We had a meeting with the intake nurse from Hospice today at the VA Home. Jim has decided that he wants to move back home. Today, after the meeting, Sarah, our Angel (My Son Jeff's Girlfriend) and I set about the 4 hour task of rearranging bedrooms to accommodate all of the medical equipment necessary for him. Tomorrow (Friday) all of the meds, and equipment will be delivered. Saturday, Jim will arrive home by wheelchair van or ambulance. Jim feels that he will be more at peace here at home with us. I am honored that he feels that I can provide for him better than a nursing home. He will require round the clock care, but with the involvement of Hospice and family and friends, I know we can take on this new chapter in our lives. He is looking forward to being near the boys and "his" animals and having me under the same roof as him. This seems to provide him with the comfort and security that he previously did not seem to need or want. Please keep us in your prayers.
Susan, thank you for placing my star. I know Rob had more comfort at home till almost the end. I wish you so much luck with this and I will pray that they can make this work for Jim. My arms are around you (((((hugs))))) you are in my prayers.
Susan, as one who brought my husband back home after three years in a facility, I say it will be the best thing you can do. My husband was completely bedridden and was unresponsive but easy to care for so I decided to bring him home.....I didn't think he would live long but he lasted over three years in my care. It just felt right.....he was home, I was relaxed by not having to visit him and even though he probably didn't know me or where he was, I knew him and knew he was home.
However, and there is always a however in life, you know that if it doesn't work out you have other options.