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OldBaldy1701E

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20. You did what you could with what was available.

Reply to Ziggysmom (Original post)

Wed Feb 11, 2026, 07:58 AM

3 hrs ago

There is no fault to that. You did what was best for him based on your understanding of the situation. The fault is with those who did not handle the situation as expected.

Treated for dangerous dehydration and their response was that they will update his 'care plan'? Really??

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I feel responsible [View all] Ziggysmom 10 hrs ago OP

honestly, I would get a lawyer Skittles 10 hrs ago #1

Yes, it always seems so sudden. Figarosmom 10 hrs ago #2

yes Skittles 10 hrs ago #4

You need all your energy for you right now. I'm sure no one will be offended... 3catwoman3 10 hrs ago #3

I hope that you can be at peace. essaynnc 10 hrs ago #5

This is not your fault Bayard 10 hrs ago #6

I am so very sorry Ziggysmom, JMCKUSICK 10 hrs ago #7

My deepest condolences, Ziggysmom. HeartsCanHope 10 hrs ago #8

I wish we could all hug you, literally. Not just with words. calimary 9 hrs ago #9

It's hard not to feel guilty when you lose a loved one who depended are your care and judgement. Ilikepurple 9 hrs ago #10

I am so sorry. It is not your fault. You did what should have been best for him; LoisB 9 hrs ago #11

You are in our prayers RainCaster 9 hrs ago #12

Ziggysmom, you are not responsible. Prairie_Seagull 9 hrs ago #13

Holding you in love and light. Remember that your DU family is here niyad 9 hrs ago #14

My heart goes out to you stage left 9 hrs ago #15

Do not blame yourself, you did everything you could. Grumpy Old Guy 9 hrs ago #16

i'm so sorry this happened. orleans 7 hrs ago #17

Please allow yourself some grace. 10 Turtle Day 5 hrs ago #18

Sending you light and love Ziggysmom. mnhtnbb 4 hrs ago #19

You did what you could with what was available. OldBaldy1701E 3 hrs ago #20

🕯💙🌷 quaint 1 hr ago #21

I am so sorry. Solly Mack 1 hr ago #22

Oh, Ziggysmom. I am so sorry for you and your husband. May the memories of your dear husband be a blessing to you. Love, debm55 52 min ago #23