[Ellieknits]

Thanks so much for your kind post.

I believe Dad is ready for hospice care. I spoke with our local hospice this morning, and they said that Dad is a likely candidate.

There had been some talk about his starting EPO, and this still may be a possibility. I don't think Dad would allow me to talk with his doc, as he and my step-mother are making the decisions.

Dad said he is just accepting of all this. I believe when I go up I will get more answers.

I'm not listed as a decsion-maker for him, and as long as he is able, he will do this himself. SM is a kind person, and I know she will do what is best for him when he is no longer able to do this himself.

I wish the AA had been found earlier, and perhaps more could have been done. Dad will not opt for aggressive treatment in any case, but will receive comfort care.

Thanks again, and I hope you and yours are well.

Ellie