We admitted, “Claudia”, eighty-nine, to our hospice services today. Claudia suffers from Alzheimer’s Disease. Claudia has five sons, who all live nearby with their families. All of her sons are devoted to their mother. One feels the strong love the moment you enter her home. It is so wonderful.
Claudia was lying down in her bedroom. The moment the nurse and I walked in, she gave us such a beautiful smile. One could see her gentle soul and kindness. The family would laugh so easily while teasing. You know they all got it from Mom. They had the nurse and I laughing a lot. I told them that it was very difficult to remain in any kind of professional role when in their presence. It was great.
We were informed that Claudia’s husband died two years ago after a short hospice admission. They said their mother missed their dad every day. Claudia has shared with her sons many times that she is ready.
The family understands and has accepted her wish. They say that she has had a wonderful life, but she misses their father so deeply. Claudia, I wish you peace and know that you will go when it is your time to do so. Here’s to a beautiful journey.
SHE IS READY
The moment you meet her,
you easily embrace her huge heart.
She immediately gives you one lovely smile
the moment you enter her room.
She's had a full and wonderful life,
raising her five sons till grown.
Traveling all over the world
with her husband of whom she adored.
She is now dependent needing so much help.
Alzheimer's has taken its toll.
She forgets so easily and cannot recall,
but does feel the love of her family around.
"She has good days and bad days,
but each day it is getting worse.
Our dad died on hospice two years ago.
She so misses him every single day."
One wants to help her; to take care of her.
To give her comfort and peace of mind.
But she is so ready for it to be over.
She just wants to totally let go.
She has told her sons,
"I'm slowly dying. I want to be with Papa."
While her sons understandably say,
"She is dying of a broken heart.
She is losing her will to live."
She is ready.
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