Ann Brogan

[Fiona_McL]

My mum died this week, 4 years after being diagnosed with PSP. She'd spent the last 2 years in a nursing home. She died peacefully and pain free of pneumonia in hospital.

I don't think I believe it yet.

Thoughts from being in the hospital below

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[jillannf6]

hi Fiona

i am so sorry that yiou rmum has gone from this world

But she is at peace now.

It must be so difficult ot realise that hers and your battle is finally over against the PSP - she died at a relatively young age too

Please . my condolences to the family and stay on the site!!

we need your blogs

love jillxxxx

[ray-wiffen-1958]

hi fiona,

im so sorry that your mum has passed away

my throughts are with you at this sad time

if theres anything i can do to help dont be afraid

to ask,

ray xxx

[hazelb]

Hi Fiona...I'm so sorry your Mum has lost the fight but you now know that she is no longer suffering this horrible disease. I read your article in PSP Matters & agree that it is exceptionally hard work caring for someone with PSP 24/7. My husband Frank was diagnosed in April 2007 but we feel he started approx mid 2005. I am his full time carer & even with aids I find it very tiring. He is 71 & I am 62.

Your Mum is now at peace. I hope you can soon find time to recover & remember the good times when she used to make you laugh.

Love Hazel B xx

[SuzieQ]

Hi Fiona

So sorry that your mum has gone. I hope your sorrow will soon lessen and you will remember only the good times you spent together. It's very much a cliche to say "Time is a great healer" but from personal experience, I can tell you that it is true. I still care for my hubby who has PSP but sadly things seem to be accelerating now and I dread the day coming when he will no longer be with me. Take care and remember you have many friends on here who are always willing to listen if you need to offload.

God Bless............SuzieQ xx

[kay1]

So sorry for your loss Fiona, Seems you and your family met PSP head on and gave your mother the most comfortable loving care in her fight. My husband 89 is in hospital, going into care home Wednesday, i hope i will be as brave as you facing the future.

love Kx

[Kathy]

Hi Fiona,

So sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in knowing her suffering is at an end.

Much love

Kathy x

[PSPA_DebbieB Partner PSPA]

Hi Fiona,

I was so sorry to hear about your mum. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love Debbie x

[Fiona_McL]

Thank you all for your kinds words and warm wishes. I still feel like I'm in shock, but I'll get used to it eventually- early days yet x

[PSPA_HelenP]

Hi Fiona,

So sorry about your Mum, look after yourself and let your wonderful family look after you. We're all thinking of you, xx

[Louise-Alabaster]

Hi Fiona - I know how you feel - dad died in Jan and I still cant believe it - looking after them and being around, waiting for the phone to ring etc takes over your life for a while then all of a sudden its gone. It does get a bit easier but I really tell myself every day that he is now happy and free of it all. Big hugs xxxxxxxx

[Hidden]

Hi Fiona,

I was so sorry to read about your sad loss, of your dear Mum. Losing your mother is dreadful at any time but to see her suffer from this dreaful illness must have been very hard indeed. As several people have said, time does lessen pain...slowly but surely........and I hope that the happy memories will surface, as the pain gives way..... she has been granted a release from further suffering, which must be the kindest thing for her. That still leaves you with a huge, dark, void...the person who was always there for you, all your life....irreplaceable & so special. I dread the day - it was tough enough losing my Dad at 68 but I just don't know what I will do when my lovely, brave, Mum, Jean, passes away. My heart goes out to you - keep strong & smile for her. Bron xxx

[hmfsli]

Fiona,

My heart goes out to you and your family after the loss of your Mum. Praying you will be comforted by happy memories of her in better times.

love

hmfsli

[Faiza]

Dear Fiona,

I'm sorry to hear about your mum. X

[AmyT]

Hi Fiona

Im so so sorry. I have just seen your post. Sending you all the positive vibes I can at this time.

Much love

Amy xxxxxx

[LesleyB]

Hi Fiona

So sorry for your loss. I lost my dad 3 weeks ago and understand the shock you are feeling. Take care of yourself. Love Lesley

[HannahDaykin]

Oh my goodness, I've only just seen this.

So sorry to hear about your loss. We can all see what a great woman your Mum was and you've shared a lot of lovely photographs etc with us.

Here if you want to talk.

Hannah x