I set up companion care last week on 2 different days. He was already set up for more skilled care when we needed it. The doctor predicted 3 weeks left to his life at that time. It's been 8 weeks and today he started to actively die. But last week I needed to be gone for many things and had companion care for 4 hours on 2 separate days. It is very obvious that he is very unsteady when he walks. I specifically stated the reason for the companions was for safety only. She spent most of the time sitting in the backyard, not checking on him. He is a vey kind man and when he asked her if she needed anything, she said the mosquitoes were bothering her. She allowed him to walk up the uneven surface of the backyard hill, carry a box fan and extension cord, set it up without any intervention or assistance. When I called the next day I was furious, understandably. It was malpractice. I did use the F word a few times. Today, right now, he is actively dying, his systems are shutting down. The hospice nurse has been out. It won't be long and they have called to say they would no longer give us service when I need it the most. They have NO staff available. He could have fallen and gotten injured that day. I had every right to be furious. Another agency that the hospice nurse recommended is coming out tomorrow. He probably has 2 to 3 days left. Do not use them for your loved ones if want want them to be safe. read more