7/10/24 - Update On My Husband - Part 1
By LindaOH
@LindaOHio (178568)
United States
July 10, 2024 2:18am CST
He was tired yesterday and didn't do too well. All the residents have a wheelchair without footrests so they can "walk" the wheelchair around. My husband had walked his wheelchair all the way to PT and was quite exhausted. He was too tired to attempt steps; so they will do that on Thursday.
Millie from the Business Office didn't return my call; so I sent her an email.
The final form for the appeal/hearing is on its way via registered mail thanks to our housekeeper.
Thank you for your continued support, prayers and thoughts.
Photo Credit: Pixabay
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@iKONICNoona (4194)
• Philippines
10 Jul
I am not aware what happened to your husband but I wish him a speedy recovery ...
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84010)
• Rupert, Idaho
10 Jul
Well hopefully Thursday that will go well and he won't be too tired then.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
10 Jul
Yes, he must be able to do steps to come home. There are 3 steps into the house.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84010)
• Rupert, Idaho
10 Jul
@LindaOHio Understandable, that makes sense...
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@moffittjc (121581)
• Gainesville, Florida
10 Jul
That’s a bummer to hear, but unfortunately the reality is that there will always be good days and bad days, and the best we can hope for is more good days than bad days. I will continue to keep both of you in my prayers.
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@moffittjc (121581)
• Gainesville, Florida
10 Jul
@LindaOHio I know how disappointing that can be when real life doesn’t want to follow your planned timeline. Just keep the faith.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
10 Jul
Thanks, Jeff. I'm just disappointed because we both said "2 weeks" the 1st of July.
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@Beestring (14553)
• Hong Kong
10 Jul
If he feels tired, better don't push himself too hard.
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@Juliaacv (51190)
• Canada
14 Jul
@LindaOHio My Grandpa used to do that when he was in a nursing home during the last few years of his life.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
15 Jul
@Juliaacv I wish my husband would do that more often. He needs to ask one of the aides or nurses to help him into his wheelchair.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
14 Jul
Yes, the residents often walk themselves up and down the hallways.
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@1creekgirl (41423)
• United States
10 Jul
That sounds a little encouraging that he could "walk" that far.
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@1creekgirl (41423)
• United States
11 Jul
@LindaOHio It's been a long five months with all you've both been through. Still praying he'll be home soon.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
11 Jul
It's 3 steps forward and 2 steps back at his age. I'm trying to be patient; but the costs are so high and he's been gone since February 1.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
12 Jul
@1creekgirl Thank you. It seems like he has reached a plateau; and any improvements are coming very, very slowly. He has a lot of muscle and mass to regain.
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@just4him (317041)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
13 Jul
@LindaOHio That doesn't sound good.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
14 Jul
@just4him She actually did her job. I'm amazed.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
11 Jul
Millie sent me a new invoice via email. I'm shocked.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
10 Jul
Unfortunately assisted living doesn't have nurses and aides. He can't go to the bathroom by himself, he needs help changing, etc. But thanks for the suggestion. He's recovering so slowly because he will be 83 in August. Getting old sucks. I don't recommend it.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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10 Jul
I hope he can get some good rest before attempting PT again. I’m sure it’s exhausting for him.
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@luisadannointed (6189)
• Philippines
11 Jul
Whatever it is I hope and pray that everything will be fine. God is good always.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
11 Jul
He rides a stationary bike for 15 minutes Monday through Friday. The PT people should be preparing him for going home and concentrating on steps and on my husband being able to get in and out of bed and the wheelchair. He will need to get in and out of his recliner at home.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
12 Jul
@rebelann I suggested getting a lift chair; but he says he wants to try one out first.
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@FourWalls (67977)
• United States
11 Jul
Praying for a quick and positive ruling for you!
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
12 Jul
I wish! Thanks. I doubt we will win; but I will do my best on Wednesday.
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@RasmaSandra (79833)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
10 Jul
Many blessings to you both,
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@kobesbuddy (78882)
• East Tawas, Michigan
10 Jul
Those office people are lax, they aren't doing their job. At least your husband is using his legs, that's beneficial.
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@kobesbuddy (78882)
• East Tawas, Michigan
11 Jul
@LindaOHio I wonder what PT is forcing him to do.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
12 Jul
@kobesbuddy He does 15 minutes on a stationary bike, does walking with a walker...I don't know what else he does.
@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
11 Jul
Yes, he needs to strengthen his core as well.
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@porwest (90699)
• United States
10 Jul
That's the one thing I have noticed about all these places. No one walks, even if they are able. They put them in wheelchairs and they scoot themselves around the joint. It seems counterproductive to me that they do that. If you can walk, WALK. Why just purposely vegetate people?
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
11 Jul
Many of these people can't walk...just like my husband.
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@porwest (90699)
• United States
11 Jul
@LindaOHio I am saying some can, yet they won't let them.
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