Hi everyone, in July my 86 year old father was told that he may have 6 months but realistically 3 months to live. Until 10 days ago Dad was having a reasonable quality of live, walking albeit with a stick, so getting out and about. At the start of last week Dad’s mobility became very difficult and he had a fall and ended up in hospital. Luckily Dad did  not hurt Himself to badly during the fall but is now practically immobile. His always said he wanted to be at home and the hospital have put through a ‘fast track continuing health care plan’ to make that possible. This would mean a hospital bed at home and carersfour times a day. After discussions with my Dad it became apparent that he thought he would be able to move around his flat by himself, but this isn’t the case which my brother and I to have fear for his safety between carer visits, and he could end up back in hospital following another fall. My brother is a teacher and I work away so although we spend a great deal of time with Dad we are unable to assist during the day. Our main concern was at night. After raising these concerns and discussions with the discharge team and Dad it was felt for his safety he would be better supported and his needs met in a care home. I am devastated about this for Dad, and cannot stop feeling guilty and am concerned about this outcome for Dad’s sake. Dad seemed ok with the decision and said he was ‘going down hill each day’ but I just don’t know. Dad is barely eating and gets very tired.  Just needed to share this and would appreciate any comments, thank you