Neither can I. I logged on earlier hoping for news from you.

Deb,

Same here, I went to bed late, checking and as soon as i woke up.....

Are the Hospice people able to help you with where he is at?
With my Dad the Hospice people gave me a pamphlet that described some of the processes that would be seen with dying......and when one came in the afternoon she said something like 'he is going off soon".......


I do hope you are surrounded by people who love you and can help you ...please rest as much as you can and drink water......


hugs and prayers.....

I, too, checked at midnight and as soon as I got up this morning.

Praying Judy's prayer.

((((((((Hugs)))))))))

Deb,

I have no words apart from hoping that it will be his last. Prayers are all I have to offer.

I pray that both of ur pain ends soon. Hospice did tell me that they can last as long as 14 days with no food or water. Mom and dad both lasted 8 days.

May today be the day that rest and peace come.Try to get some sleep and emotional down time.The next step is going to be very busy, and very draining.God bless.................Cheryl

He is completely inactive, doesn't move a bit, his eyes are closed most of the time and when they are open he has a glazed look, his aren't even the usual hazel color, more grey. Everyday his diaper is full of a light brown foul smelly liquid. When I get really close to him and say his name his open just a bit wider. He does not seem like he is in pain.

Hopsice hasn't been here for 2 days and I really don't care- they do nothing, they check his blood pressure and that's a bout it. I ahve asked for some repsite and even someone to come bathe him but nothing.

I am really disappointed in Hospice and my kids say I should call them but I feel like NO, I don't want them here if they don't want to be.

My kids however are AWESOME! I mean they are really standing by him, doing just about anything that needs to be done.

Oh Deb, i'm so sorry hospice isn't helpful. They seemed to not be very helpful with dad, but with mom they were great.

Deb,

I can only imagine how you feel about the Hospice non-response (I've written before that I have had very mixed experiences with Hospice at both ends of the spectrum), but....I would call and talk with a supervisor stat (they have someone you can reach 24/7)and get a clear schedule...something is fouled up somewhere...if you can't make the call can a friend make it for you ?..... there may be a need for supplies or other things.......

My Hospice has been wonderful. They came in the morning to help me bathe him, then the nurse came at noon to see how things were progressing and to check on how I was doing and then the aide came back in the evening to help me turn him, clean him and make him comfortable for the evening. They even offered to stay all night if it would make me feel better. I feel so sorry for you and your family. Those last days were awful for me. I don't know what I would have done without Hospice.

Deb.
Today is the 14th and for some reason, I just this morning got your post of the 13th. I looked last night before going to bed and got on here this morning hoping you had posted that it was over.

Maybe today....God isn't quite ready for him I guess.

Love and prayers and tears,

Carolyn

Like all others sending prayers, love and good thoughts to you and Rollie and family today. So sad how this has dragged on for him.

As far as hospice is concerned...call, maybe a supervisor is unaware of how they are handling things. It is absurd that they say they will be there, and do nothing or dont even show up. People simple amaze me.

Loving huge warm hugs to you and yours
Janel

Dear Deb, Even though we can't be there with you in body, we are holding the vigil with you and praying Judy's prayer for you and Rollie.
Hugs xoxo