Christine,
my sister in law had to make a similar decision with her dad, who has dementia and assorted physical issued, including falling. She felt like a failure at first, but is now coming to see that there is a limit to how much one person can do - and she went over that limit a while ago. I don't think you would call her a failure; I don't think you should call yourself a failure, either. Like my SIL, you are a wonderfully brave and caring person; but you are human, and we humans sometimes need some help. Best wishes for you both whatever your decision.
Maria


CG to husband - SCC Tonsil T1N2M0 HPV+ Never Smoker
First symptoms 7/2010, DX 12/2010
TX 40 IRMT (1.8 gy) + 10 Cetuximab
PET Scans 6/2011 + 3/2012 clear, 5 year physical exam clear; chest CT's clear of cancer. On thyroid pills. Life is good.