She is starting to turn away all the foods and drinks she has liked before. She is spitting into a napkin a lot. She chokes, she can't walk anymore. She is up and down in her sleep pattern. 2 nights ago she was up every hour...the last two days she has been sleeping all the time. Last night she slept almost 14 hours.
Your mother seems to be exhibiting end-of-life symptoms, but not necessarily the very final symptoms. No one can say for certainty when someone else's life will end. But hospice is very experienced at interpreting signs and I think your best bet is to talk to the hospice nurse, in detail.
I hope your mother goes in peace, but even if she experiences some agitation at the end, be grateful for all the comfort you have been able to give her along the way. And I am so glad that she has had many years after her own caregiving role ended.
Hugs to you, dear msdaizy.
I wish you strength and peace through God's love. I pray for His Blessing on you and your family.
Mom was on hospice so whenever I had any questions, I'd ask a nurse. Also, no matter what time of day or night it was, if I had a concern about Mom, I called hospice and they were always very helpful.
She is sleeping better these days. She shows more feeling now than before when she was drugged. I am no longer giving her those meds that messed up her character. She is back to the sweet lady I know.
She's losing interest in food all together. The last few meals have been picked at.
I see the anguish in her eyes. I am ready for her to be at peace. I pray for that time to be during sleep. I don't want my mom to suffer anymore. God Bless all of you compassionate caregivers!
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