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Originally Posted by hannabee
Head phones was also my first thought. Can you bring her something sweet maybe those packages of "smarties" that have plenty of small bites?) to keep her occupied while you are doing your duties. I took care of a woman for about 2 years and she finally passed away at home with the help of hospice. If they have not be called, they should be. They are a tremendous help. Big hug and bless you.
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We do try to give her ice cream sandwiches (she loves those) and Ensure shakes (she likes those too) to eat or drink while we're doing personal care, but sometimes we have to remind her she's holding food and encourage her to eat. Most of the time she is spoon fed. She forgets that she has food in her hand and can't handle silverware anymore.
We do have a hospice line to call when the time comes, but despite her mental state and advanced age, she currently doesn't have any life-threatening conditions, if that makes sense. She's declining but not at the point of dying. We've had home health when needed and take her to the hospital if an illness arises.
Thank you.
I really don't think there's anything I can do to change the situation. Mostly it's more about, "What can I do within myself to deal with this better?"