Posted on 04/14/2016 12:45:33 AM PDT by Califreak
My dad had a stroke 22 years ago that eventually left him permanently disabled.
He had another one Sunday before last. He was in the hospital for three days then they shipped him off to rehab in a nursing home.
I was somewhat concerned because he was already completely disabled on his left side and the most recent incident weakened his right side as well.
While he was at the hospital, I fed him meals a few times. He could feed himself before this happened but he seemed to be having difficulty picking up his sandwich or using a fork or lifting a cup of water.
I think my mom was kind of in denial or shock. Dad wasn't feeding himself. At one point I wondered if something happened to his mind that it just didn't occur to him to pick up the fork or spoon. Hospital staff assured us he could feed himdelf but there was a CNA that came in and fed him. Mom claimed he was milking it. I wasn't too sure about that but didn't want to argue or cause alarm.
You are most welcome!
Thank you all for your kindness and prayers.
My father passed away at 11:30 AM on Monday, April 25, 2016.
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for Comfort for you and your family.
Thank you.
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