My 95 yr old dad had a stroke in March and is in a nursing home under hospice care. For a while he was doing better, eating a little, and taking his meds. once again he is refusing meds and food. I am worn out with coaxing him to eat, drink, take meds play nice! is anyone out here dealing with this and how do you cope?
Kind regards,
sumlerc
Thank you.
However, I visited with my Dad 2 days ago and I had the most peaceful visit with him than I can remember. He expressed gratitude under the circumstances, said he doesn’t hurt, everyone is nice at the Home and takes good care of him and that he has no complaints. Said a whole lot more but you don't know what that did for my heart to hear him say these things. I did ask but I didn't fuss this time about eating and meds, he said he eats and take meds most of the time but sometime he just doesn't want them. We parted with kisses and smiles. Whenever the end comes for either one of us, peace has been made.
Thank you all.
It is OK to let him go, and to let him know that you are allowing him to go if he needs to. You said he is under hospice care.
They should have a SW or bereavement councilor that you could talk to. Are you able to go get a massage? It really is the best thing for relaxing. Take care.