Jeez Mandi
if only you had the time and the energy,sounds like a bit of Petey like screaming is due.Local press or TV to take up the gauntlet on your behalf and kick some butt about the poor levels of home nursing available,and the mindfield that seems to be involved with health insurance.
I will never complain about the National Health Service again,and am thankful every day for The Macmillan Cancer Nurse Specialists who provide home care services for patients AND their families.
liz