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Husband doesn't recognize me: Struggling to keep him safe
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Dec 26, 2025 | Replies (18)Comment receiving replies
@laura1970 Perhaps thinking of Hospice as an additional resource, another person in your circle, rather than a death watch, will make it easier to accept. My mom had hospice nurses coming to the house and supplies (diapers, ensure, cleansing/calming wipes, etc) until she passed from COPD. It took 5 years. When it was time, we called the nurse, and she stayed with the family in the room and was a source of strength for us. She did a magnificent job preparing not only my mom but my siblings and I for that moment.
I believe Medicare pays for hospice and palliative care…at least it did then, not sure about now.
I hope y’all find some peace and joy on this holiday.
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@cyds if I’m correct, Medicare covers hospice under part A ( usually just for hospital services) regardless of where the care is provided, home, hospital, nursing home, etc.
I think the catch is that you give up access to curative therapies. Something to that effect. Medicare.gov is probably a good information source. So is your doctor, perhaps, perhaps not. But that brings up a good point. You might consider switching to a gerontology or palliative care doctor. I’m pretty sure one can have a palliative care doctor regardless of hospice status. They focus on comfort measures and would be a good resource for behavioral strategies.