When my Dad suffered his stroke he remained in hospital for 6 months due to his quite serious condition. His release was predicated on his home being made accessible for him in his wheelchair; his paralysis was on his right side and walking was very painful for him. Complicating things was the fact he had been scheduled for hip replacement at the time of his stroke and that of course would not be happening now. So he was in pain when he walked – yet walk he must to maintain circulation and try to get his life back.
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My parents passed away within one year of each other. They never expected it, they intended to live forever.My dad had suffered a stroke 7 years before and mother cared for him at home. When he passed away she was suddenly diagnosed with a 4th stage cancer that took her just 9 months later.

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