Hospice Care Being Considered

The docs are asking us to consider hospice care now for Dad's last remaining days. The insurance will no longer cover care in the ICU since he is not improving. Besides, it will be much more comfortable for him than the sterility of an ICU ward, connected to countless machines. JuliAnne Nuttall, wonderful nurse practitioner and friend that she is, broke the news to Mom today ever so compassionately and with such love and care that Mom was finally able to accept that Daddy will not be coming home, ever. Her tears were of grief and pain; then she gathered herself and held herself with such composure the rest of the day it was amazing. Jimmy and I checked out a very nice hospice not too far from the hospital where Dad is located now; the staff are very caring and the place is clean and home-like. The out of state siblings and spouses are coming in tomorrow for a conference with the doctors. Everyone has tears in their eyes and hearts.

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Rickey Lynn said…
Our hearts go out to you in this great time of need. We are here for you and yours. Just say the word and we will be there to help in any way we can.
Rickey Lynn, Lori, Jennifer, and June
Wednesday, April 19, 2006 6:28:00 AM
Anonymous said…
It is such a hard decision to make, but hospice care is so compassionate and caring and will be all about making your Dad comfortable and free from pain. I pray for God's Angels to surround his bedside, and for Holy Spirit to bathe his room in peace. I pray for your Dad's home-going to be filled with love and trust and peace to all your family.
Love,
Mary
Wednesday, April 19, 2006 10:58:00 AM
Anonymous said…
My heart is full ---- with love, with sadness, with grief, with support. And with joy that Tom Tate was a huge man in spite of his small stature and lived an enormously large life with a family and friends who will love him forever. I am here whatever the decision and outcome with love and any support you need.

Jan
Wednesday, April 19, 2006 11:57:00 AM
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