Maybe a start in the right direction....

[timer lady]

GP doctor ordered in home nursing because of a decline in my health; I expect it's mostly to the decrease of prednizone ~ my body isn't producing the cortisol to replace it.

Having said that, I thought I might have a RN out here to help with medication management (I sometimes mess up setting up my pills for the week or miss doses) & possibly physical therapy a couple of times a week.

Well so far, I've seen 2 nurses, physical therapy & a home health aide to help me get in & out of our big clawfoot bathtub safely. HHA massaged my back, neck & feet. I lost any sense of modesty when she went into massage mode.

I'm scheduled to see Occupational Therapist (OT) & speech therapy tomorrow. A SW is coming in next week to help with some transportation issues (and other more long term answers) when husband cannot take off to drive me & I can't drive for any given reason.

Physical therapy's goal is for me to walk 150 feet with-o excessive pain/fatigue at the end of the walk.

I took a walk on Tuesday! It was wonderful to get outside & walk like that (I slept the rest of the day but it was worth it)!

I'm hoping/praying that these in home services will get my body "unstuck" , for lack of a better term. I'm tired of physically being in the same spot I was in last year.

It's just so exciting for all of this going on.....gently nudging my body as far as it will go. I expect as I gain strength I'll be able to be about here more & offer more support.

 

[KateM]

I am very hopeful for you, Linda! Having a holistic team should definitely help. Home care services are usually successful,but progress can be slow -but it is progress, one step at a time!

I am a home care RN for children who are ventilator dependent. I love working with families in their home; much better environment than a hospital.

Wishing you the best in your continued recovery!

 

[Lothlorien]

That definitely sounds like what you and husband need right now. I'm very happy for you.

 

[Suz]

Linda, there is a lilt in your voice again that is terrific to "hear." Many gentle hugs to you- optimism is a wonderful thing.

Suz

 

[nvts]

Linda! That's great news!

Truthfully, didn't that massage feel absolutely wonderful! I've had exactly 1 in my life and I have to say, I remember it more clearly than ANYTHING that's gone on in my life!

You sound so much better!

Bravo!

Beth

 

[Star*]

Soooooo we are to assume that husband did NOT get eaten by a bear. Jolly good news.

I'm happy to see YOU are WALKING - sounds like you're going in the right direction.

I am very proud of you - I know you are going through heck on earth - and you're fighting it tooth and nail.

Very VERY Good -

YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!

 

[Wiped Out]

Very good news Linda! I'm thinking super positive thoughts for you!

 

[mrscatinthehat]

glad things are moving forward.

beth

 

[donna723]

Linda, I think it's a great idea! You sound optimistic and positive, and a little relieved!

I can't imagine how difficult this has all been for you trying to contend with it all while you are not feeling well yourself. This should make things a lot easier and much less stressful at your house, and that's got to be good!

 

[KTMom91]

Glad to hear the good news!

 

[Nomad]

This sounds good help for you. Wishing you well.

 

[amazeofgrace]

so glad to hear you're making progress and your spirits are up

continued prayers of healing coming your way ><>

 

[Hound dog]

Linda

Woot Woot! Good for you on the walk.

Sounds like a good plan. It's good to hear the optomism in your voice again. I'm glad doctor is on the ball and getting you the in home help you need.

(((hugs)))

 

[DDD]

How wonderful to read that things are "up" for you.
Keep up the good work and hang on to the happy
thoughts! DDD