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Is it time for a nursing home?

Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Aug 3, 2025 | Replies (32)

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@trishaanderson, thank you so much! Sadly, my dad passed away the day after my post above. He had a long and rewarding life, but it’s still so sad to say goodbye. I’m still processing everything. We were searching for nursing home placement and suddenly it went to a steep decline and the end stage. I still can barely believe it. I would say that you might want to plan very well for a sudden decline. I had done quite a bit of planning, but would have done more.

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I'm so sorry about your Dad - and glad you had help to keep him with your Mom at the end. Those final days, no matter how well-planned or expected, are difficult for all. We had exactly the same sudden decline with both of my parents at the end - nobody prepares you for it!

Now, give yourself grace and time to process before you begin the labor of settling up all the bills and accounts. Will you have help with it?

Sending virtual hugs to you and your Mom.