
Caregivers Support Group
A voluntary caregiver is a spouse, relative, friend or neighbor of a disabled person or child who assists with activities of daily living and assists those unable to fully take care of themselves. The challenges of a caregiver are unique and sometimes it's hard to find people to talk to who know what you're going through. Join the conversation and find others who...

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We just found out that my husbands father has cancer. They basically said it was everywhere and they give him 2 weeks at best to live. We volunteered to be his hospice caregivers. Are they usually "right on" about the 2weeks to live? or can they live longer? Whats your expereance

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It just depends.. I have found them to be pretty much right.. although Mom has been going now for close to three years and they gave her 6mo..Love D

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Lately I have been watching a number of medical shows on this situation of doctors telling a family how long a family member has to live. Many doctors are hesitant to give a time for no one truly knows an exact date. I truly feel it is in everyone's best interest to live for today and make your loved one's lasting days as comfortable as possible. My heart goes out to you.
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