My grandma has alzheimers and has been in a nursing home for the last 4 years. It's been a long time since she's known who I am. In fact, the last time I was there she said I was the nicest nurse that she's had. I don't go to visit her near as often as I should because it just breaks my heart.
Anyway, I got an email from my aunt tonight. Grandma has stopped eating and drinking. She and my other aunt talked to the doctors and she is now considered "terminal". A feeding tube was an option, but the doctor and my aunts both agreed that it would be pointless and cruel, and I agree.
My grandmother is 93. My grandfather died 4 years ago at 92 and she has been lost, and has gotten worse ever since. She fell in love with him at her 16th birthday party and he was the light of her life. As hard as it is to loss my grandma, she wouldn't want to be kept alive with feeding tubes or life support.
We are going out to see her this week. I guess the vibes I'm asking for aren't for healing...because at 93 with alzheimers she isn't going to get better. I guess I'm asking for peaceful vibes for her. That sounds silly (and a bit morbid) but...well...I would appreciate them if you can spare them.
Anyway, I got an email from my aunt tonight. Grandma has stopped eating and drinking. She and my other aunt talked to the doctors and she is now considered "terminal". A feeding tube was an option, but the doctor and my aunts both agreed that it would be pointless and cruel, and I agree.
My grandmother is 93. My grandfather died 4 years ago at 92 and she has been lost, and has gotten worse ever since. She fell in love with him at her 16th birthday party and he was the light of her life. As hard as it is to loss my grandma, she wouldn't want to be kept alive with feeding tubes or life support.
We are going out to see her this week. I guess the vibes I'm asking for aren't for healing...because at 93 with alzheimers she isn't going to get better. I guess I'm asking for peaceful vibes for her. That sounds silly (and a bit morbid) but...well...I would appreciate them if you can spare them.