My blogging may be sort of sketchy this week. My mother in law, who is 90, and in failing health, was hospitalized last night with a perforated stomach. Very serious situation. As you can imagine, I am quite distracted.
Both my in laws are declining noticably of late, and are now incapable of making their own medical decisions. This morning when the surgeon phoned us to tell us the news, he said "If she doesn't have surgery, she will die". Now doesn't that seem pretty simple? I thought so too, but my poor father in law seemed confused and thought that this was a decision that needed some time to deliberate. To complicate things, he has had a stroke and is now virtually unable to speak. He can say "yes" and "no" and "ok". My husband got on the phone after speaking to the doctor and said, "Dad. Just say yes. Nod if you have to, but somehow say 'yes'".
My husband has been up with them at the hospital all day. MIL survived the operation, and time will tell if she will make a recovery. There is such a danger of infection and other dreadful happenings when a person suffers a stomach perforation. She is in ICU for a while, will be in the hospital for 10-14 days, and will probably spend the entire summer in a nursing home.
What on earth are we going to do with them? Assisted care? Live with us? Near us? There is a lot on my mind these days my friends, so please forgive me if I am not able to blog every day, or respond to your lovely comments. I'll do my best….
144 responses to “Don’t Get Old”
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
What terrible news! All the best for your parents in law, your husband and yourself. I’ll pray for you.
What terrible news! All the best for your parents in law, your husband and yourself. I’ll pray for you.
Thank the Lord you have these decisions to make. Many of us weren’t lucky enough to have our parents in their 60’s much less 90’s. You family is in my thoughts as you make some difficult decisions.
Thank the Lord you have these decisions to make. Many of us weren’t lucky enough to have our parents in their 60’s much less 90’s. You family is in my thoughts as you make some difficult decisions.
Nicole, I lost my 84-year-old mother-in-law this past weekend after a brief hospitalization – I am very keenly aware of what you are going through, and I send you and your family healing vibes. Doctors are wonderful and nurses are angels on earth. Stay strong.
Nicole, I lost my 84-year-old mother-in-law this past weekend after a brief hospitalization – I am very keenly aware of what you are going through, and I send you and your family healing vibes. Doctors are wonderful and nurses are angels on earth. Stay strong.
Praying for you and your family….
Praying for you and your family….
Praying for you and your family Nicole.
Praying for you and your family Nicole.
I am keeping your family in my thoughts and hoping for the best in your MIL’s recovery.
I am keeping your family in my thoughts and hoping for the best in your MIL’s recovery.
Praying for you!Hugs
Praying for you!Hugs
I went through the same decisions and it is never easy. I pray God’s blessing of wisdom and peace be upon you during this time.
I went through the same decisions and it is never easy. I pray God’s blessing of wisdom and peace be upon you during this time.
My prayers go out to your family. I just went through a similar time with my dad. It’s never easy, but I was honored to be able to do it.
My prayers go out to your family. I just went through a similar time with my dad. It’s never easy, but I was honored to be able to do it.
Holding you — all of you — in the Light, my friend.
Holding you — all of you — in the Light, my friend.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Health issues are never easy. I would look into a medical power of attorney so that way your husband can make the decisions for his parents. I hope things go well.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Health issues are never easy. I would look into a medical power of attorney so that way your husband can make the decisions for his parents. I hope things go well.
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Oh, dear friend, I’m sorry to hear of this situation. I hope and pray your MIL has the strength to recover from the surgery, but it is a fact the surgery was the only way to save her.
I’ve been in a similar situation with my aunt and my mother and all you do is make the best decision you can on behalf of your loved one. I had to put my mother in assisted living but it was the only way I could keep her safe, warm, fed, and dry 24/7. It was difficult and heartbreaking but it was the only real choice.
In Virginia, it is Durable Power of Attorney that enables you to handle any decision for a parent: medical, financial, or property. Find out what it is there.
Praying for all. Hugs!
Oh, dear friend, I’m sorry to hear of this situation. I hope and pray your MIL has the strength to recover from the surgery, but it is a fact the surgery was the only way to save her.
I’ve been in a similar situation with my aunt and my mother and all you do is make the best decision you can on behalf of your loved one. I had to put my mother in assisted living but it was the only way I could keep her safe, warm, fed, and dry 24/7. It was difficult and heartbreaking but it was the only real choice.
In Virginia, it is Durable Power of Attorney that enables you to handle any decision for a parent: medical, financial, or property. Find out what it is there.
Praying for all. Hugs!
I am so sorry. I am starting to go through the same thing so I know what you are dealing with.
I am so sorry. I am starting to go through the same thing so I know what you are dealing with.
I’m sorry to hear about your mother-in-law, Nicole. I hope you get some good news about her condition.
I’m sorry to hear about your mother-in-law, Nicole. I hope you get some good news about her condition.
I am very sorry for this hard time you will all be going through. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I am very sorry for this hard time you will all be going through. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Nicole, I feel your pain. so many of us with ailing parents are feeling the pinch of “what to do”. Taking care of ailing parents and grandkids, answering questions of children and trying to help everyone out. It gets old and tiring. Our generation seems to have the burden of it all. Be true to yourself, and get all the rest you can. Take care and I am thinking of you. Lizzie
Nicole, I feel your pain. so many of us with ailing parents are feeling the pinch of “what to do”. Taking care of ailing parents and grandkids, answering questions of children and trying to help everyone out. It gets old and tiring. Our generation seems to have the burden of it all. Be true to yourself, and get all the rest you can. Take care and I am thinking of you. Lizzie
I’m so sorry to hear about both of your in-laws. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
I’m so sorry to hear about both of your in-laws. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear about this. As someone above mentioned, you are fortunate to have them this long, but it’s never easy dealing with this sort of thing. My Mom passed away a couple of years ago from kidney failure. Fortunately she was able to make her own decisions about how to handle the situation. She did live in assisted living for a few months nearby and I do have to say that was a God-send. The staff was able to provide for her in a way we couldn’t. It allowed us to spend quality, loving, caring time with her without worrying about meds and things like that. She loved the place and was constantly surrounded by people, which she also loved. It wasn’t without stress, we were watching our Mom’s health deteriorate, but it was a good decision. We’ll keep you and your family in our prayers.
I am so sorry to hear about this. As someone above mentioned, you are fortunate to have them this long, but it’s never easy dealing with this sort of thing. My Mom passed away a couple of years ago from kidney failure. Fortunately she was able to make her own decisions about how to handle the situation. She did live in assisted living for a few months nearby and I do have to say that was a God-send. The staff was able to provide for her in a way we couldn’t. It allowed us to spend quality, loving, caring time with her without worrying about meds and things like that. She loved the place and was constantly surrounded by people, which she also loved. It wasn’t without stress, we were watching our Mom’s health deteriorate, but it was a good decision. We’ll keep you and your family in our prayers.
Nicole, My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. I agree that your husband definitely needs a Power of Attorney in order to be able to make important decisions for his mother and father.
I am sure that your resilience will stand you in good stead as you weigh all the alternatives for your in-laws’ care.
Best wishes to your mother-in-law for a speedy recovery.
Nicole, My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. I agree that your husband definitely needs a Power of Attorney in order to be able to make important decisions for his mother and father.
I am sure that your resilience will stand you in good stead as you weigh all the alternatives for your in-laws’ care.
Best wishes to your mother-in-law for a speedy recovery.
Nicole, Such stressful and difficult decisions your family is facing. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs…
Nicole, Such stressful and difficult decisions your family is facing. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs…
oh Nicole . . . you will all be in my prayers . . . I know exactly what you are going through . . . we have been living the same thing for the last 18 months with my Mom . . .
the stress level is incredible . . . several times a day I tell myself . . . “breathe” . . .
and make sure your husband gets that Power of Attorney . . . ASAP !!
oh Nicole . . . you will all be in my prayers . . . I know exactly what you are going through . . . we have been living the same thing for the last 18 months with my Mom . . .
the stress level is incredible . . . several times a day I tell myself . . . “breathe” . . .
and make sure your husband gets that Power of Attorney . . . ASAP !!
I understand. I’m so sorry and hope all the details work out.
Get well to your MIL too!
I understand. I’m so sorry and hope all the details work out.
Get well to your MIL too!
Nicole, you and your family are in my thoughts. It’s not easy, but a sad fact of life, that we become the ‘parents’ as our parents grow older. You will know the best thing to do…surprising how the right decision appears and you’ll know. promise. Take care of yourself and we’ll all be right here waiting for you.
Nicole, you and your family are in my thoughts. It’s not easy, but a sad fact of life, that we become the ‘parents’ as our parents grow older. You will know the best thing to do…surprising how the right decision appears and you’ll know. promise. Take care of yourself and we’ll all be right here waiting for you.
Know that we are thinking of you and your family.
Know that we are thinking of you and your family.
It is a difficult for many of us as our parents are aging. My Husband’s Father. aged 94, passed away yesterday after a short illness. He had a turn for the worse and it happened quickly. They celebrated their 66th Wedding Anniversary on Monday (25th). Take care and hope your Mother-In-Law recovers.
It is a difficult for many of us as our parents are aging. My Husband’s Father. aged 94, passed away yesterday after a short illness. He had a turn for the worse and it happened quickly. They celebrated their 66th Wedding Anniversary on Monday (25th). Take care and hope your Mother-In-Law recovers.
Prayers and hugs, Nicole.
Prayers and hugs, Nicole.
I’m so sorry to hear about your mother-in-law, Nicole. You go and do what you have to do. You will be in out thoughts and prayers.
I’m so sorry to hear about your mother-in-law, Nicole. You go and do what you have to do. You will be in out thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts are with you and your hubby as you travel through this stage. My father is 70 and I know the time is coming, but just the thought of it makes my eyes sting and my throat close. I hope she recovers with no further complications. Please take care of yourself, it’s easy to drop the care of yourself when the care of others is so urgent.
My thoughts are with you and your hubby as you travel through this stage. My father is 70 and I know the time is coming, but just the thought of it makes my eyes sting and my throat close. I hope she recovers with no further complications. Please take care of yourself, it’s easy to drop the care of yourself when the care of others is so urgent.
You and your family are in my prayers. *happy thoughts*
You and your family are in my prayers. *happy thoughts*
How lucky they are to have you and your husband to run interference for them! I think there are many of us in the baby boomer (and slightly younger) contingent that are in this situation, of being parents to our parents. My mom is 92 and has advanced Alzheimer’s and is nearly blind and we are greatful she is in a loving and well-run care facility. Please be sure to take care of yourself duing this stressful time.
How lucky they are to have you and your husband to run interference for them! I think there are many of us in the baby boomer (and slightly younger) contingent that are in this situation, of being parents to our parents. My mom is 92 and has advanced Alzheimer’s and is nearly blind and we are greatful she is in a loving and well-run care facility. Please be sure to take care of yourself duing this stressful time.
Hi Nicole,
I’m so sorry to hear that you and your family are going through such difficult times – I guess it comes to us all, but that doesn’t make it any easier. I’m thinking of you all….xxx
Hi Nicole,
I’m so sorry to hear that you and your family are going through such difficult times – I guess it comes to us all, but that doesn’t make it any easier. I’m thinking of you all….xxx
It is a tough situation to be in. My Dad was diagnosed with a lung disease and passed away rather suddenly. So, we didn’t have to deal with the logistics of health care for him.
My Mother, on the other hand, declined rather rapidly after Dad’s death. It was so tough to see her where she is now. My brother is her medical advocacy and she is now in nursing care.
After seeing both, I think I want to go out of life like my Dad did. I do not want to end up in the situation my Mother is in.
It is a tough situation to be in. My Dad was diagnosed with a lung disease and passed away rather suddenly. So, we didn’t have to deal with the logistics of health care for him.
My Mother, on the other hand, declined rather rapidly after Dad’s death. It was so tough to see her where she is now. My brother is her medical advocacy and she is now in nursing care.
After seeing both, I think I want to go out of life like my Dad did. I do not want to end up in the situation my Mother is in.
Nicole, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nicole, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
What to say……What to say…..We have been through the same and it was painful,joyful at times and hard. All you can do is the best you can do…God Bless
What to say……What to say…..We have been through the same and it was painful,joyful at times and hard. All you can do is the best you can do…God Bless
So sorry to hear of these developments. Prayers lifted for you and your husband and the whole family. It’s hard to be the “sandwich generation” where you seem to be taking care of the elders as well as the young people to some degree.
So sorry to hear of these developments. Prayers lifted for you and your husband and the whole family. It’s hard to be the “sandwich generation” where you seem to be taking care of the elders as well as the young people to some degree.
I’m dealing with this right now with my parents. Email me if you want my opinions on assisted living/living with you, etc.
I’ll pray for you and your family.
I’m dealing with this right now with my parents. Email me if you want my opinions on assisted living/living with you, etc.
I’ll pray for you and your family.
Nicole, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you feel the love and strenght each of us sends your way!
Nicole, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you feel the love and strenght each of us sends your way!
Nicole: I am so sorry! I hope she is doing better. It’s very difficult when your parents get to this point. My mom is going to have to have more surgery for skin cancer on her head. It’ll be about her 7th or 8th. She’s very depressed about it as this one is quite invasive. At least she lives near to us. I’ll keep you MIL as well as you FIL in my prayers.
Nicole: I am so sorry! I hope she is doing better. It’s very difficult when your parents get to this point. My mom is going to have to have more surgery for skin cancer on her head. It’ll be about her 7th or 8th. She’s very depressed about it as this one is quite invasive. At least she lives near to us. I’ll keep you MIL as well as you FIL in my prayers.
I’m so sorry to hear that Nicole. It is such a difficult thing to go through when your parents get older. I will be praying for you and your family.
I’m so sorry to hear that Nicole. It is such a difficult thing to go through when your parents get older. I will be praying for you and your family.
Your MIL is in our thoughts, Nicole. Take care.
Your MIL is in our thoughts, Nicole. Take care.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry Nicole. This isn’t an easy to solve situation. The answer will come. Just take each day step by step and things will resolve. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary
I am so sorry Nicole. This isn’t an easy to solve situation. The answer will come. Just take each day step by step and things will resolve. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary
Sorry to hear your MIL is suffering so–that sounds so painful. Glad she had the surgery and hope complications are minimal. What a hard thing to have to try to do the right thing with elderly folks! My MIL is 92 and had a malignant breast tumor removed last year, but refused all other treatment. Otherwise she is in good health for her age, but of course that could change in a second. My thoughts are with you and your DH!
Sorry to hear your MIL is suffering so–that sounds so painful. Glad she had the surgery and hope complications are minimal. What a hard thing to have to try to do the right thing with elderly folks! My MIL is 92 and had a malignant breast tumor removed last year, but refused all other treatment. Otherwise she is in good health for her age, but of course that could change in a second. My thoughts are with you and your DH!
My prayers are with you Nicole. Seems so many of us dealing with aging parents. I am also. Hang in there and hopefully the right answer will come. May God surround you with His strength, comfort and peace.
My prayers are with you Nicole. Seems so many of us dealing with aging parents. I am also. Hang in there and hopefully the right answer will come. May God surround you with His strength, comfort and peace.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts are with you.. this is such a hard decision to make. I hope she gains strength and makes a full recovery. Your poor FIL as well. Life is so dang hard at times. xo
My thoughts are with you.. this is such a hard decision to make. I hope she gains strength and makes a full recovery. Your poor FIL as well. Life is so dang hard at times. xo
Tough decisions. My thoughts are with all of you.
Tough decisions. My thoughts are with all of you.
Sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You’ll get through this.
Sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You’ll get through this.
Don’t worry about blogging or replying or anything else, you have enough to thing about. It’s so hard to go through, but I hope things work out for the best for you all. Prayers for your strength to cope as well as for your mother in law.
Don’t worry about blogging or replying or anything else, you have enough to thing about. It’s so hard to go through, but I hope things work out for the best for you all. Prayers for your strength to cope as well as for your mother in law.
Blessings to you and your husband for wisdom. My mom is responsible for her mother in her 90’s who has dementia and lives in a nursing home. Sad to say that even though she is in a ‘good’ nursing home my mom has to be there each day to make sure my grandma gets the attention she so desperately needs because she cannot speak up for herself. Tough decisions a head, God will always be with you. Lisa in Texas
Blessings to you and your husband for wisdom. My mom is responsible for her mother in her 90’s who has dementia and lives in a nursing home. Sad to say that even though she is in a ‘good’ nursing home my mom has to be there each day to make sure my grandma gets the attention she so desperately needs because she cannot speak up for herself. Tough decisions a head, God will always be with you. Lisa in Texas
So sorry to hear about this difficult situation. Hope it works out for the best for all of you.
Take care,
Laila
So sorry to hear about this difficult situation. Hope it works out for the best for all of you.
Take care,
Laila
You and your husband will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers. My 86 year old Mother broke her hip (accident) the middle of Feb and is now back home from the rehab center but will she be able to live alone, make good decisions, etc., etc.? This can be a very stressful time, being the parent to your parent.
You and your husband will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers. My 86 year old Mother broke her hip (accident) the middle of Feb and is now back home from the rehab center but will she be able to live alone, make good decisions, etc., etc.? This can be a very stressful time, being the parent to your parent.
I’m thinking of you and your family. Two years ago my mother in law aged 60 spent spent several months in a nursing home. It was extremely tough on all of us but especially my husband. We had many of the same questions you did. We just took it one day at a time and planned for the future best we can. She recovered but not enough to work. The hospital and nursing home both will have social workers to help you through each step of the way.
I’m thinking of you and your family. Two years ago my mother in law aged 60 spent spent several months in a nursing home. It was extremely tough on all of us but especially my husband. We had many of the same questions you did. We just took it one day at a time and planned for the future best we can. She recovered but not enough to work. The hospital and nursing home both will have social workers to help you through each step of the way.
Prayers for all of you, Nicole…and some hugs for the down times.
Prayers for all of you, Nicole…and some hugs for the down times.
So sorry to read of this. My father was an only child and his father died when he was 5 years old. His mother raised him alone and when she was in her 60s fell and broke her hip and leg in several places. We were stationed in Germany at the time and Dad had to be reassigned to the States. She moved in with us and remained there until she passed away at 91. My family took care of her the entire time. It isn’t easy but it beats worrying if someone else is really caring for your loved ones as you would. I wish you luck and her a speedy recovery.
So sorry to read of this. My father was an only child and his father died when he was 5 years old. His mother raised him alone and when she was in her 60s fell and broke her hip and leg in several places. We were stationed in Germany at the time and Dad had to be reassigned to the States. She moved in with us and remained there until she passed away at 91. My family took care of her the entire time. It isn’t easy but it beats worrying if someone else is really caring for your loved ones as you would. I wish you luck and her a speedy recovery.
Dear Nicole, My husband and I have also been in this situation with my mother-in-law, who has since died. My father-in-law took on the task of taking care of her since he made a vow, you know, in sickness and in health. Very noble, but also stupid, frankly. He tried his best, and he did a great job caring for her. It was very isolating for both of them. A medical emergency happened and it became necessary for her to be admitted, after a time , to a long term care place. That was so much better for both of them. He could feed her at home but keeping her clean was a huge problem, if you could imagine what I mean. When she was under great nursing care, she bloomed and so did my husband’s father, who still volunteers at the nursing home at the age of 86, so grateful is he for the care my mother-in-law received. Sorry to be so wordy, but I strongly believe that even if you have the best intentions about looking after her, you might not have all the resources necessary for her best care. She would probably agree that you should devote more time to that new baby girl who is coming before you know it.Fondly, Rae Parkin.
Dear Nicole, My husband and I have also been in this situation with my mother-in-law, who has since died. My father-in-law took on the task of taking care of her since he made a vow, you know, in sickness and in health. Very noble, but also stupid, frankly. He tried his best, and he did a great job caring for her. It was very isolating for both of them. A medical emergency happened and it became necessary for her to be admitted, after a time , to a long term care place. That was so much better for both of them. He could feed her at home but keeping her clean was a huge problem, if you could imagine what I mean. When she was under great nursing care, she bloomed and so did my husband’s father, who still volunteers at the nursing home at the age of 86, so grateful is he for the care my mother-in-law received. Sorry to be so wordy, but I strongly believe that even if you have the best intentions about looking after her, you might not have all the resources necessary for her best care. She would probably agree that you should devote more time to that new baby girl who is coming before you know it.Fondly, Rae Parkin.
Oh my, so sorry to hear of that. You are all in my thoughts. I hope it goes as well as it can be and that you feel good about whatever decision you make as to where they will go.
Oh my, so sorry to hear of that. You are all in my thoughts. I hope it goes as well as it can be and that you feel good about whatever decision you make as to where they will go.
What a difficult situation. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
What a difficult situation. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I’m so sorry to hear about the health problems with your inlaws. We’ve gone through something similar the last couple of years and it sure is challenging.
Be sure to take care of yourself as well and my prayers are with you and your family.
Laura T
I’m so sorry to hear about the health problems with your inlaws. We’ve gone through something similar the last couple of years and it sure is challenging.
Be sure to take care of yourself as well and my prayers are with you and your family.
Laura T
I know of two recent cases in older women just like this. both recovering but takes a while. Assisted living facilities for both may meet their medical needs. Ask for the social worker at the hospital to help give options and make arrangements. Take care.
I know of two recent cases in older women just like this. both recovering but takes a while. Assisted living facilities for both may meet their medical needs. Ask for the social worker at the hospital to help give options and make arrangements. Take care.
Such a scary time for you and your family. My inlaws were sick at the very same time a few years ago and it can be all consuming but just be there for them and your husband. Family is everything. My prayers are with you.
Such a scary time for you and your family. My inlaws were sick at the very same time a few years ago and it can be all consuming but just be there for them and your husband. Family is everything. My prayers are with you.
My mother is needing more and more care also. I understand what you are going through. I am thankful they have someone to watch out for them.
My mother is needing more and more care also. I understand what you are going through. I am thankful they have someone to watch out for them.
Sorry to hear about your situation and I’ll be thinking about you and your family.
Sorry to hear about your situation and I’ll be thinking about you and your family.
Nicole, This is a very difficult time. Will be thinking of you, and hoping for the best. I agree that your husband needs a Power of Attorney. Over the past couple of years we’ve been dealing with my mother-in-law, who is failing, and my husband having power of attorney, and being able to put her in a senior’s residence has helped enormously. Good luck. And make sure to take at least a few minutes each day for you — to breathe, to sew, to listen to music — whatever will help you to be calm, strong and centred.
Debbie R.
Nicole, This is a very difficult time. Will be thinking of you, and hoping for the best. I agree that your husband needs a Power of Attorney. Over the past couple of years we’ve been dealing with my mother-in-law, who is failing, and my husband having power of attorney, and being able to put her in a senior’s residence has helped enormously. Good luck. And make sure to take at least a few minutes each day for you — to breathe, to sew, to listen to music — whatever will help you to be calm, strong and centred.
Debbie R.
Sending lots of prayers and comforting requests to heaven on your behalf. Hugs!
Sending lots of prayers and comforting requests to heaven on your behalf. Hugs!
I am so sorry to read about your in-laws health problems, and the decisions that this situation is placing on you and your husband.
As others have written, have faith that the answers will come to you. When you do make your decisions, don’t second-guess yourself! You already know that this is part of life so take comfort in knowing that you are not alone in dealing with this.
And as someone also wrote, if you don’t already have them, make sure you get the legal stuff handled right away for your in-laws. As soon as possible.
I am so sorry to read about your in-laws health problems, and the decisions that this situation is placing on you and your husband.
As others have written, have faith that the answers will come to you. When you do make your decisions, don’t second-guess yourself! You already know that this is part of life so take comfort in knowing that you are not alone in dealing with this.
And as someone also wrote, if you don’t already have them, make sure you get the legal stuff handled right away for your in-laws. As soon as possible.
I understand a little of what you are going through. We have had to care for my MIL off and on for several years. I will be praying for you !!
I understand a little of what you are going through. We have had to care for my MIL off and on for several years. I will be praying for you !!
I, too will pray for your family.
I, too will pray for your family.
So sorry to hear this news. My husband’s parents are in the same age group and experiencing similar issues. It’s extremely stressful for everyone. Take care of your family and yourself. Sending a warm hug to you. I really enjoy your blog and seeing your lovely quilts.
So sorry to hear this news. My husband’s parents are in the same age group and experiencing similar issues. It’s extremely stressful for everyone. Take care of your family and yourself. Sending a warm hug to you. I really enjoy your blog and seeing your lovely quilts.
Keeping you in my prayers as well as your family. Assisted living is extremely expensive. It would have been the best choice for my parents, however it was not in their budget. We spent several months researching our options here. ($4,000 a month for the least expensive assisted living here and that was a tiny living space) So, the next best thing was to move them as close to me as possible. My new part-time job is assisting them both. I also need to go back to work so not sure how it will all work out. It is a difficult time no matter what.
Keeping you in my prayers as well as your family. Assisted living is extremely expensive. It would have been the best choice for my parents, however it was not in their budget. We spent several months researching our options here. ($4,000 a month for the least expensive assisted living here and that was a tiny living space) So, the next best thing was to move them as close to me as possible. My new part-time job is assisting them both. I also need to go back to work so not sure how it will all work out. It is a difficult time no matter what.