Hi,
I'm looking for some advice about dementia patients attending a funeral.
Both our parents have dementia. Our Dad is at the end of his life, he has been receiving palliative care for the last 7 days and we expect him to pass away any time in the next few days.
He lives in a care home with our Mum, in the same room. They have always done everything together. She is not aware how seriously ill he is, but she is showing anxiety about his wellbeing. We're a bit unsure whether she should attend Dad's funeral or whether that would be detrimental to her. She may not understand what is happening at the funeral. And she will almost certainly forget that he has passed away. If anyone has any experience of this situation we'd be grateful to hear your thoughts / experiences.
Thank you
I'm looking for some advice about dementia patients attending a funeral.
Both our parents have dementia. Our Dad is at the end of his life, he has been receiving palliative care for the last 7 days and we expect him to pass away any time in the next few days.
He lives in a care home with our Mum, in the same room. They have always done everything together. She is not aware how seriously ill he is, but she is showing anxiety about his wellbeing. We're a bit unsure whether she should attend Dad's funeral or whether that would be detrimental to her. She may not understand what is happening at the funeral. And she will almost certainly forget that he has passed away. If anyone has any experience of this situation we'd be grateful to hear your thoughts / experiences.
Thank you