Saturday, March 16, 2013

The move to hospice care

Mom was discharged from the hospital on Thursday (3/14). Unfortunately, due to recent bloodwork, it is evident that the leukemia is getting significantly more prominent in her blood than before. Dr. Cripe recommended that we get hospice services involved. They will be coming out to the house in the coming week to evaluate what mom will need, etc. In the meantime, Dr. Cripe said to do what ever she wants on her good days and take it easy on the rougher days. We met with the hospice nurse today and she was very nice and helpful. Mom has a fever right now, so we may actually be calling them for some advice already! Mom had been very tired since leaving the hospital and hasn't slept well, so she's a little disoriented and groggy at times. Please pray for this fever to leave her body, sleep for both mom and dad, and strength! Thank you all!! Much love to you! 

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  1. I'm so sad to hear this news Melissa. Please know I'm praying for your mom, dad, and all of you. Give your mom a hug and kiss from me and let her know she's in my daily thoughts & prayers. May God be with you all and keep you in His loving care during this difficult time.

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