Giving Comfort, Finding Comfort: The Emotional Turmoil of Bedside Vigils

Photo credit Samuel Edwards Dear Carol: My mother has had and beaten back several types of cancer, but then, at 83, she developed bowel cancer that spread. She said when this cancer was diagnosed that she didn’t want treatment and was at peace with her pending death. Mom’s on hospice care and is at home, though she’s non-responsive for the most part. The staff is good and uses the proper protocol for COVID so I’m incredibly grateful to them. I can work from home which is also helpful. Mom seems comfortable, so I have no complaints there either. It’s just that I don’t want to lose her. Of course, I don’t want her to suffer anymore, but my heart hurts as I watch her slip away. Is this selfish? Also, what do I do for her as I sit here by her side, and for myself?  – SG Continue reading on Inforum for insight into how we can comfort our loved ones and ourselves during bedside vigils: Purchase Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories – paperback or ebook  Egosan wants to help you live your life fully: Try Egosan premium underwear for discrete, dignified protection. For 20% off your first order on Amazon use promo Code: 20CAREGIVERS. General caregiving or incontinence questions? We’re here to help with ASK CAROL.  She has an additional 10% discount for you. ***Egosan’s PEFC certification guarantees that their products are from sustainable, managed forests, recycled and controlled sources      ...
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