Mom survived Covid -- twice! She is in memory care, and we have good days and not-so-good days. She seems to understand what I'm saying, but I cannot always understand what she is saying. Yesterday, she kept touching her chin and lower lip, saying something like, "I can feel it." Today, she "saw" children and dogs that were not there, and her mouth was mostly open -- she kept pushing her chin up, as if trying to close her mouth. She was once in Hospice, but they discontinued care because there was no need; that was over a year ago. Is this behavior typical -- for someone her age?
I think considering such an advanced age, I would take one day at a time.
Each day Mom can chat with you or smile is a blessing indeed ❤️
I would not be surprised to find one morning soon she had slipped away with the dawn 🕊️
So you may be right that she can still hear you and understand, even if you can’t understand her. Tell her stories of nice things you did together in the past, perhaps she will remember and be happy. Lots of love to you both, Margaret
And at your moms age there should be no reason that she wouldn't qualify for hospice care. I mean really.....at 102 it doesn't take a rocket scientist to know that her time here on earth is extremely limited. Perhaps you may need to contact a different hospice agency, as I'm sure there are many that would be more than willing to offer their services.
Best wishes to you and your mom.
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