Mother in law has terminal cancer. Given days to live.

What it says in title really. Mother in law has been in hospital past month, recently found out she has cancer and yesterday found out it's terminal, she's been given days to live. Trying my best to look out for my husband and daughter. I've been in this position myself, where I've lost both my parents in under a year, and it's toughened me up. It's hard to watch, now shoe is on other foot.  I managed to see MIL for 5 mins today  She was alert, but she's aware she is dying. I'm heartbroken for my husband and his family.  His dad wants her to recieve paliative care at home. 

 

I've got my daughter's school in the loop to keep an eye on her, to help support my daughter. I'm trying to be as supportive to my husband and daughter as much as I can. It's so hard to watch. 

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat EG1981 although I'm very sorry for the news your mother in law has been given. I can't begin to imagine how tough this must be for you all.

    I know there isn't much I can say that can make this situation any better but I just wanted to let you know we're all thinking of you and sending our strength and support to you and your family at this difficult time.

    I hope this information we have on getting help and support at home will prove useful but if there is anything you'd like to discuss in more detail with one of our cancer nurses, they'll be available tomorrow on 0808 800 4040 between 9a.m - 5p.m (phone lines are open Monday - Friday).

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat EG1981 although I'm very sorry for the news your mother in law has been given. I can't begin to imagine how tough this must be for you all.

    I know there isn't much I can say that can make this situation any better but I just wanted to let you know we're all thinking of you and sending our strength and support to you and your family at this difficult time.

    I hope this information we have on getting help and support at home will prove useful but if there is anything you'd like to discuss in more detail with one of our cancer nurses, they'll be available tomorrow on 0808 800 4040 between 9a.m - 5p.m (phone lines are open Monday - Friday).

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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