I watched both my parents, and my dear mother-in-law go down slow, hard, and agonizing. It was hard on everyone in the family, especially watching them fade and struggle and know we couldn’t do much more than that, none of us being medical specialists.
Those folks who provide elder care and hospice really are angels in the flesh. And they do indeed wind up helping the whole family, not just the ailing or dying member. I’m glad that such help is there, in this day and age. I’m extra glad it was available to you and your family.
Shit - these transitions are never easy or painless. And I guess most of us will face some version of it near the end. Sometimes that’s all one can pray for: safe passage.
Just know you’re surrounded by love, affection, sympathy, and support here, too, for sure.
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