Reply #18: I am a nurse. I got hospice involved in my mother's care

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and they were absolutely wonderful. They take care of the living, period, making sure the main client is comfortable and able to participate in what time s/he has left. They care for the family, educating members on what to expect during the process and providing support 24/7.

My dad hung in there as a caregiver until three weeks before her death due to the wonderful care provided by hospice and only gave up and called me when she became diaper dependent.

My mother did die at home. We were able to call hospice and they came in and made the arrangements (which were pretty much set, only required phone calls) and got the paperwork squared away. They also offered my pop grief counseling afterward, something he took them up on very briefly.

It's hard to overstate the care hospice provides. They are great. I recommend them both as a professional and as someone who has benefitted from the services they provide.