Need advice about Mum

[Flowerpot]

Hi All

I have not posted for a while , but have been looking at your news and commenting from time to time.

Mum is deterioating quickly. We can barely understand her , she has lost the use of her hands and is struggling with swallowing. Her appetite is almost non-existent.

My question is , that because Mum is refusing medical intervention ( with our agreement ) ie does not want a peg or mechanical breathing assistance, is there anything there as an alternative ? Her MND nurse said there is medication that can help.

Kind regards to you all

Flowerpot

 

[joelc]

If you have decided against life saving devices, the only thing they can do is medicate her to keep her comfortable.

Have you been in touch with hospice?

 

[Flowerpot]

Thanks Joel - we have not , as yet as she is in a nursing home and they offer palliative care. Mum is also very comfortable with her carers now , especially the lead nurse who is very clued up and caring.

At this point in time we feel a move would distress her , to her detriment , and she agrees.

Kind regards

Flowerpot

 

[joelc]

Sounds like she is in the right place.

They are likely already doing all they can for her.

My heart goes out to you!