How do you cope with a client dying?

I was with her for 4 years. I feel like I just lost my grandma 😭 My heart is so heavy this morning. I would be with her from 8-5 today but she became free of pain yesterday afternoon.. Right before I was supposed to go in for my shift. God knew I would’ve taken this harder if I had to witness her last breath..

I started out as just a friendly companion for her as she was diagnosed with dementia. As her disease progressed, so did my duties for her care and our bond only grew. I loved her so much like she was my own 😭 We had 3 weeks to prepare pretty much but I feel like this is something that no matter how much you know it’s coming, you just can’t prepare for that kinda loss 💔

When I first started and I walked in wearing purple and she had purple. She was over the moon about it.

Last summer together

Just a week ago. She had built up enough energy to soak up some sunshine and share some laughs with me.

I love you so much my little ladybug. My life will be so different without you but you taught me so many things. You saved me in ways you’ll never know. Thank you 💜