Re: I'm Taking Care of My Mom
Merry,
I am taking care of my mom too she does not have cancer but has congestive heart failure. I was advised to get hospice. At first I was horrified, but after talking to people I found out that hospice can help a patient for longer than just a few weeks. They can help her feel more comfortable and even provide drugs and beds that might make her feel better. You need someone to help you and you need to be able to get out and just be outside. If a nurse or aide comes to help you you can at least get out for a half hour break and it will make it better for you and your mother both.
You need to take care of yourself in order to take care of her.
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