Bono Mot said:
Aw, BB12, I just went through this six months ago. I have to say, the Hospice people are great. They took excellent care of my Dad and us.
The ones that I have encountered from hospice so far I really like
. Met the nurse earlier today and she was so sweet and truly caring. Those damn nurses in the hospital could learn a few things from someone like this
But there were a couple of discrepancies on my father's medical chart and Susan took care of that right away. Discussed too what medicines and other routine work that should be stopped. Was decided that no longer will they draw blood and my dad's vitals are only to be taken in the morning. Said it's ridiculous to keep waking him up at all hours for that. Really feeling quite good about hospice being involved
The plan is that a nurse will come in each day. However we found out that as long as my dad is in the hospital than hospice will only be involved temporarily. Not sure what happens once their time is up and if my dad is not able to make it home yet.
On a very good note my dad ate half of a muffin this morning!
Had some juice with it also which is a big relief. My mom has promised him a milkshake tomorrow and he actually smiled when she mentioned it. He hasn't requested one in over a week. Btw Bono mot I see your dad had quite the sweet tooth too
If it takes a sweet treat to make them happy than Im all for it! Oh and thank you for the offer to PM you
Before I forget my oldest brother called today. There is a chance that he will be coming home around the 4th of July with his wife. Had to purchase the plane tickets today if they were going to go ahead with coming home. My brother has a lot of trials next month but around that time he's free. Hopefully we will hear by the weekend that he's coming home.
I honestly don't know how anyone can survive without health insurance. The bills that I have seen are like WOW!
If we were able to put my dad into a nursing home than that would be $5,000 a month out of the pocket. Thankfully that is not an option so we are covered with care.
In case I never say this enough: Thank you for everything from the very bottom of my heart! Your heart's are so big and full of love
Truly have been such a great source of inspiration for me during the really rough times
Know at times it seems like Im just ranting. Yet all of you are so sweet to let me get it out and that is greatly appreciated.