It really is important to let folks know that Hospice is available at nursing homes. My father passed a little over a year ago. His medical problems were so numerous and complex that being at home was not an option. He spent his last 18 months in a total care unit with a private room and Hospice. We could not have asked for more loving care and knew his physical comfort was a major priority.

Dad was a musician. He had not appeared conscious or responsive for about a week before he finally passed. The day before, one of his aids brought her violin in and played for him for two hours. You could see tears going down his cheeks off and on durring that time. One never knows. Best wishes to all.