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spathiphyllum | 16:08 Thu 07th Nov 2019 | ChatterBank
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The comments on Facebook were mostly from elderly people saying how much they loved this or just how needed it was to be shared, so I thought you folk may love it.


When I Wander - Author Unknown - (NHS Lothian)

When I wander, don't tell me to come and sit down. Wander with me. It may be because I'm hungry, thirsty, need the toilet. Or maybe I just need to stretch my legs.

When I call for my mother (even though I'm ninety!) don't tell me she has died. Reassure me, cuddle me, ask me about her. It may be that I am looking for the security that my mother once gave me.

When I shout out please don't ask me to be quiet... Or walk by. I am trying to tell you something, but have difficulty in telling you what. Be patient. Try to find out. I may be in pain.

When I become agitated or appear angry, please don't reach for the drugs first. I am trying to tell you something. It may be too hot, too bright, too noisy. Or maybe it;s because I miss my loved ones. Try to find out first.

When I don't eat my dinner or drink my tea, it may be because I've forgotten how to. Show me what to do, remind me. It may be that I just need to hold my knife and fork, I may know what to do then.

When I push you away while you're trying to hep me was or get dressed, maybe it's because I have forgotten what you have said. Keep telling me what you are doing over and over and over. Maybe others will think you're the one that needs the help!

With all my thoughts and maybes, perhaps it will be you who reaches my thoughts, understands my fears and makes me feel safe. Maybe it will be you who I need to thank.

If I only knew how.

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Thought I'd share this too - was apparently written by a student nurse about barriers to communication with patients. She'll make a good nurse I think. I’m weak - in fact I’m useless now, I can’t speak. I’ll never get to grips with this, I HAVE REACHED MY PEAK! You don’t know what I’m thinking ‘cause you can’t hear what I say. You share a distant...
16:58 Thu 07th Nov 2019
'pensioners pin up' You cheeky cow !
APG @1734
Lol. That gets my vote. I don't take sugar. :-)
A death with dignity doesn't preclude love and care while the person is alive. Thanks Spath, I hadn't seen that one before, it just nails it.
Precious care,love or dignity displayed in my parent's care homes.I am sure death couldn't come quick enough in their minds.
'precious little'

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