Derek Garrett, 91, says he is desperate for his wife of 71 years to return home.
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She was declared fit for discharge in June, but as no suitable carers are available where the couple live, near Dereham, she remains in hospital.Jane and Derek met on a double date while serving in the RAF"She is my life," he said. "Quite honestly, I don't know how I've managed so long without her.Mr Garrett said he had seen his wife of 71 years "deteriorate in hospital".
The couple's son, Colin Garrett, who lives in Chelmsford, Essex, said it felt as though people "have to wait for someone to pass away" for their carers to become available."She doesn't want to be there," he said. "I don't want her to be there."I've got a bedroom up there absolutely kitted out, including a teddy bear, ready for her to come home.
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