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Originally Posted by CrazyCoffey
first in with antifreeze....
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I was wondering who would be first to post that. :
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I have only one of 4 GP's left alive. The 3 that have passed on have all managed to stay out of the nursing homes thanks to my parents. My Granny first, she developed Alzheimer's. She continued living at home with my Grandad until here death. My parents saw to it that she got the care she needed. My dad was at her side when she passed away at home in her bed. My Grandad lived alone until he had a stroke that left him unable to care for himself. My parents moved him into their house to care for him until his death. My Grandpa had dialysis, but was still self sufficient until his death. My Grandma lives alone, but can take care of herself. She had to go into the hospital recently due to her passing out and falling. The hospital released her to a nursing home for rehab where she stayed for 20 days and then returned home. I realize that it is not possible in all cases, but I know that my grandparents were happier living at home.