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Hospice can't come in unless the principal agrees to it. IMO it is a grey area if someone has dementia, they should get to choose the way they die and an ethical hospice provider should also be taking their wishes that into consideration if they are contacted by the healthcare proxy.
In my mom’s case, hospice worked totally quietly, unobtrusively, and below her level of consciousness.
My mom despised being put on the spot or being in the spotlight. Hospice would bathe her, massage her body with baby oil, wrap her in a cozy nightie, position her comfortably in bed, and LEAVE.
They DID NOT pray over her, play guitar in her room, or sit with her unrequested.
If a hospice has been recommended, you should be able to choose services on her behalf, or choose another hospice.
I feel that the responsible party needs to step in and order hospice for patients with dementia. We do this for loved ones with dementia regarding driving, medical care and all other care issues. We do it because they can no longer make rational decisions.
My mom had mild dementia towards the end and basically had fallen herself to death. I didn’t discuss hospice with her as she said she was just fine and should drive home. I signed her up for hospice and her last days were made much easier with the meds and care she received from hospice.
Thanks Windyridge. It helps to hear this perspective especially since so much of this process involves grey areas where there is no clearcut obvious choice.
To most people Hospice means they person is terminal. Maybe the person doesn't want to admit their time is short.
If its Home Hospice, you can tell them its Homecare. An aide only comes to bathe them. A nurse a few times a week. Family is still left with most of the care. If in a facility, again Hospice can blend in.
thanks for your response, it is really helpful! I'm just planning ahead when I can. My parents haven't planned ahead and it's very stressful learning about these things right in the middle of it all.
Not well if the person understands what it is and isn't ready for it. Hospice includes the patient FIRST, then the family. And Hospice comes when it is the considered opinion of the person's physician that the person has 6 months or fewer to live. This is not something that everyone wants to know. If this person is demented and not clear as to what is happening then just make it about "the visiting nurse". Wish I had a more clear picture of your situation.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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My mom despised being put on the spot or being in the spotlight. Hospice would bathe her, massage her body with baby oil, wrap her in a cozy nightie, position her comfortably in bed, and LEAVE.
They DID NOT pray over her, play guitar in her room, or sit with her unrequested.
If a hospice has been recommended, you should be able to choose services on her behalf, or choose another hospice.
My mom had mild dementia towards the end and basically had fallen herself to death. I didn’t discuss hospice with her as she said she was just fine and should drive home. I signed her up for hospice and her last days were made much easier with the meds and care she received from hospice.
To most people Hospice means they person is terminal. Maybe the person doesn't want to admit their time is short.
If its Home Hospice, you can tell them its Homecare. An aide only comes to bathe them. A nurse a few times a week. Family is still left with most of the care. If in a facility, again Hospice can blend in.