Dear Camilla: I must write and let you know that I admire your contributiion you make to our PD group. You are always there to assist and support. I am amazed at your wise suggestions you offer to those of us in need. We take our hats of to you and all of the other supporters who are always there. Keep it up, we need you. Thanks Henry Guttentag ([log in to unmask]) You wrote: > >Bob Adams--yes, the message got through, and although I have no helpful >personal experience to offer, I feel for you in that situation. MY first >reaction was to wonder what you know of your father's wishes--did he ever >express to you or others in family what HE would want in that case? If his >dementia prevents him now from doing so, that is an example of the importance >of a document that makes the patient's wishes clear, and appoints a "proxy" >for health care, while the patient is rational. How much easier your role would >be if you had this! >I hope others will respond, and my thoughts are with you. Please stay connected > here. >Camilla Flintermann,CG for Peter,78/7in July,Oxford,OH >