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Last Tuesday I got a phone call from my Dad telling me that my 92 year old Nan's carer couldn't get in to her flat and could I go round to make sure she's ok.



I found her on the floor wedged between her bed and the wall. She was breathing but unconscious. I called an ambulance and she was taken to hospital.



We've been told that she has had a stroke and a massive heart attack, she also had a lot of fluid on the lungs. They said they would make her comfortable, treat her with antibiotics but let nature take it's course. We agreed that my fiercely independent nan would hate lingering on with little dignity and no chance of recovery. The family hoped for a swift end to this final illness.



She's still fighting - stubborn old so and so! She's regained some speech but can't make herself understood very well, she can't be given any food or water as she can't swallow and is obviously quite uncomfortable and a bit distressed.



Her mind is still active - she's checking up that her hairdresser's appointment is cancelled and the cleaner too!!



I'm asking for your prayers for her, we don't think there is any chance of her getting her health back and she'll never go home again. My darling, wonderful Nan needs to pass away quickly with little pain, God willing.



Please remember her in your prayers.

Imladris;1197848 wrote: Last Tuesday I got a phone call from my Dad telling me that my 92 year old Nan's carer couldn't get in to her flat and could I go round to make sure she's ok.



I found her on the floor wedged between her bed and the wall. She was breathing but unconscious. I called an ambulance and she was taken to hospital.



We've been told that she has had a stroke and a massive heart attack, she also had a lot of fluid on the lungs. They said they would make her comfortable, treat her with antibiotics but let nature take it's course. We agreed that my fiercely independent nan would hate lingering on with little dignity and no chance of recovery. The family hoped for a swift end to this final illness.



She's still fighting - stubborn old so and so! She's regained some speech but can't make herself understood very well, she can't be given any food or water as she can't swallow and is obviously quite uncomfortable and a bit distressed.



Her mind is still active - she's checking up that her hairdresser's appointment is cancelled and the cleaner too!!



I'm asking for your prayers for her, we don't think there is any chance of her getting her health back and she'll never go home again. My darling, wonderful Nan needs to pass away quickly with little pain, God willing.



Please remember her in your prayers.


My thoughts and prayers are with you all Imms :-4:-4

Imladris;1197848 wrote: She's still fighting - stubborn old so and so! She's regained some speech but can't make herself understood very well, she can't be given any food or water as she can't swallow and is obviously quite uncomfortable and a bit distressed.


Still fighting. Perhaps she herself has got hope. Consider all angles. Best wishes.

Imladris;1197848 wrote: Last Tuesday I got a phone call from my Dad telling me that my 92 year old Nan's carer couldn't get in to her flat and could I go round to make sure she's ok.



I found her on the floor wedged between her bed and the wall. She was breathing but unconscious. I called an ambulance and she was taken to hospital.



We've been told that she has had a stroke and a massive heart attack, she also had a lot of fluid on the lungs. They said they would make her comfortable, treat her with antibiotics but let nature take it's course. We agreed that my fiercely independent nan would hate lingering on with little dignity and no chance of recovery. The family hoped for a swift end to this final illness.



She's still fighting - stubborn old so and so! She's regained some speech but can't make herself understood very well, she can't be given any food or water as she can't swallow and is obviously quite uncomfortable and a bit distressed.



Her mind is still active - she's checking up that her hairdresser's appointment is cancelled and the cleaner too!!



I'm asking for your prayers for her, we don't think there is any chance of her getting her health back and she'll never go home again. My darling, wonderful Nan needs to pass away quickly with little pain, God willing.



Please remember her in your prayers.




Oh my, you and your family must be devastated.



I hope for you and your family that your Nan's passing is surrounded with love.



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Thoughts and prayers are with you, lots of hugs to you Immy :-4

One with a strong will can surprise you.

Best wishes for you & your family

Patsy

it's a selfless love that is able to let go.



You have a wonderful family, it seems..:-4

I dont pray but I hope you find peace and strength to get you through this time.

I hope you nan's passing will be without pain surrounded only by the ones who will love and remember her fondly..

Wishing you and your family the strength to cope with this :-6

All my good thoughts coming your nan's way hon. :-4

Thinking of you always Immy. Thoughts and prayers to you and the family. xoxox

Wendy

Prayers for your Nan. And hugs for you.

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You and your family are in our thoughts Helen. Love and hugs to you all. :-4

Love & prayers going out to all of you :-4:-4

:-4 Oh, we are all praying for your Nan!

Sending my love and prayers to you, your nan and your family sweetheart. Although it's a painful time for you all at least you have some time to say your goodbyes and give her your love. If only we could all pass surrounded by our loved ones, knowing they love us in return. Your nan is blessed. :-4 :-4 :yh_hugs :yh_hugs :yh_hugs

Oh my, I'm in tears now! Thanks for all your kind words, they mean so much to me.



I've been so busy lately I've not had the time to come here much, now I remember why I do. :-4

My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.

May your nan find peace without suffering any more.

My darling Nan passed away peacefully this morning. The last few days she'd been deteriorating and she was on a morphine drip this weekend. She just slipped away in her sleep. I shall always be thankful for that.



Thank you so much for your kind thoughts they have meant the world to me. xxx

Oh Immy:-4



I just saw your thread. I am so sorry to hear about your beloved Nan. All of my love and best wishes are with you and family today.



I'm happy that she went peacefully......sweet dreams for Nan:-4

Loving thoughts and wishes for a peaceful understanding are going across the miles to you and your family. I know you have a lifetime of wonderful memories of your beloved Nan to comfort you at this time.

just spotted this immy , am very sorry for your terrible loss there really is no love like a grandparents love :-4:-4:-4:(:(:(-1

Blessings

I am very sorry for your loss.

So sorry to hear of your Nans passing. My condolances to you and your family.

So sorry to hear about your nan. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Immy. :-4:yh_hugs

My condolences. I hope you find the peace and courage you need to get you through the difficult times.

Thanks again guys.



I'm just dipping in and out of here at the moment, so busy with work and family stuff when I have any spare time I'm just soo tired!!



Your kind thoughts and words are really uplifting and are gratefully received.



And yes, I do have wonderful memories, too many to share and just a bit too poignant at the moment, maybe one day.

Imladris;1201255 wrote: My darling Nan passed away peacefully this morning. The last few days she'd been deteriorating and she was on a morphine drip this weekend. She just slipped away in her sleep. I shall always be thankful for that.



Thank you so much for your kind thoughts they have meant the world to me. xxx


Im so glad she had a peaceful ending Immy,, thats a blessing,,, im sure you will always miss her:-4:-4:-4

Oh Immy I´m so sorry for your sad loss. :-4

What a very sad time for you Immy. I'm so sorry. Your nan is now very peaceful and your memories of her will never wane. Thinking of you and the family.