I've been away from TP for so long, but I feel the need to return once more.
It has been a tough year for Eric (my husband) He's now entered his 4th year in care and has substantially deteriorated over the last few months.
He is now classified as end stage dementia. A series of chest infections have left him extremely breathless at rest. SALT have assessed him and he is aspirating..so is now on thickened fluids and a fork mashable diet. His GP has put the 'end of life' care package in place.
Last week we had a Continuing Care Assessment and am now waiting for the outcome. As Eric is in Residential Care it may mean that I will have to move him to a more suitable home with Nursing Care. The current CH are unsure as to whether they can meet his needs as his condition continues to deteriorate.
While I'm reluctant to move him at this late stage, I can see the logic.
Naturally I'm waiting for the assessment outcome before I do anything..I just want what's best for Eric.
Love xx
It has been a tough year for Eric (my husband) He's now entered his 4th year in care and has substantially deteriorated over the last few months.
He is now classified as end stage dementia. A series of chest infections have left him extremely breathless at rest. SALT have assessed him and he is aspirating..so is now on thickened fluids and a fork mashable diet. His GP has put the 'end of life' care package in place.
Last week we had a Continuing Care Assessment and am now waiting for the outcome. As Eric is in Residential Care it may mean that I will have to move him to a more suitable home with Nursing Care. The current CH are unsure as to whether they can meet his needs as his condition continues to deteriorate.
While I'm reluctant to move him at this late stage, I can see the logic.
Naturally I'm waiting for the assessment outcome before I do anything..I just want what's best for Eric.
Love xx