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Whyzit2
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DH is on hospice due to heart condition including Alzheimer’s. My son got him to go to the nursing home by inviting him to go to his favorite place, McDonald’s.

I had been sick for 3 weeks with what I thought was a recurring bout of diverticulitis. So I headed to the hospital where The CT scan showed a mass on my pancreas.
DH was diagnosed with MCI 15 years ago. This was my first time using respite. Now DH is in long term care permanently while I am in limbo awaiting tests and facing tough decisions. Our 61 anniversary is Friday.

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  • Caro_Lynne
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    So sorry to read about what you are going through. Please know you and your DH are in my prayers. xo

  • Jgirl57
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    So very sorry to hear about this for you and your DH. I am glad you will be getting the care you need and whatever you decide , we are all here for you. (((HUGS)))

  • SDianeL
    SDianeL Member Posts: 1,803
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    so sorry you both are going through this. I have been where you are and understand how you feel. I’ll be praying for you and your DH. Hugs. 💜

  • Goodlife2025
    Goodlife2025 Member Posts: 72
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    So sorry to hear about this turn of events. Prayers for your quick recovery and better days to come.

  • midge333
    midge333 Member Posts: 540
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    I am sorry to hear about finding a pancreatic mass. Good thoughts for you and your DH.

  • trottingalong
    trottingalong Member Posts: 671
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    I’m sorry to read you are going through this. I’m glad your son was able to get your husband placed successfully so you can focus on you. Will be praying for you.

  • harshedbuzz
    harshedbuzz Member Posts: 5,405
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    I am so sorry for this turn of events.

    HB

  • BethL
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    May you have peace, strength and wisdom for the journey. We will all be thinking of you and hoping for the best.

    Beth

  • easy23
    easy23 Member Posts: 270
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    Glad you got your husband squared away. WIshing you strength for the days ahead.

  • Kat63
    Kat63 Member Posts: 148
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    Saying prayers for you and your DH. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • Joyful Heart
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    Oh, friend, I feel for you. Truly. I have my own scares with scary health things and all I wanted to do was to stand my ground and care for my husband. It just doesn't appear to be in my cards. May your health concerns be washed away by the grace of God and with the hard work you'll be doing to repair the damage caused by life and all of the stress you've endured. God bless you!

  • CampCarol
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    Sending thoughts and prayers to both of you!

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