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Wel dad has for the last few weeks sad with his head in his arms but today he attempted to sit up as his brother came to see him but even sitting dad was falling over sideways and ended up hanging on to the table to stay upright.He can longer shave even with an electric razor.

He also seems to be a little more confused than he has been,also he has to wee urgently comes on all of a sudden and then he is desperate  but mac nurse is out tomorrow so mum will get her opinion on it  sadly I am working so wont be there to poke me nose in lol

He has been asked if he wants to go for a day at the hospicewill also give mum a little time off to do stuff but he wasnt keen may get mum to pop his name down anyhow as there is a waiting list to go and he may change his mind  .

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  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Bless him bobs.  It must be so hard for your dad and so hard for your mum and you to watch.  I hope his mac nurse can help with his balance and confusion.  Do you think it might be low sodium again?  Think it's a good idea to pop his name on the waiting list just in case he changes his mind.  My mum was offered a visit to the hospice early on but wouldn't entertain it, refused point blank.  I think a lot of older people see the hospice as a place you go when you are about to die and no amount of telling them otherwise will change that view.  I know that's what it is with my mum.  I tried to get her just to go along and maybe have a massage or something as they offer a lot of stuff for patients and their families but I was unsuccessful.  It would certainly give your mum some respite if he went to the day hospice.  My friends father in law goes every week and seems to really enjoy it.  Take care.  Love to you, your mum and your lovely dad.  Caroline XX

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    yeah i think dad is of the same mind set although he didnt actually say no

    I think its his sodium again or course wo(am hoping it is anyhow lol)

    thanks for your kids thought hun means alot xx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    I know how hard it is to watch, my thoughts are with you. Has your dad got a MacMillan nurse or a Cancer Specialist nurse at the hospital? They may be able to help. Sending you love and strength, Val X

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Hi Bobs,

    Its not easy watching your Dad in that condition.Ask

    the Mac Nurse, if he has one to see if she could arrange for him to visit a hospice.It would give both you and your Mum a deserved break.No harm in trying. Good Luck.

    Take care and be safe Big Hugs Love sarsfield.xxx