Hi All,
I had a lot of trepidation about moving Pat to the facility in Norfolk, its not near as posh. The first time my parents went in they also were kinda shocked. Yes it is not posh, but then its also runs a little differently. We have all come to appreciate that.
Thing are a little more worn here, it is more clinical, no carpetting in rooms, etc. However there is a big focus on rehabilitation. Pat’s room is right next to rehab. It is somewhat comfortable, however, the goal is not to make it a permanent place to be, this is what makes it different from the previous place in NC.
Pat is getting rehab 5 days a week, as opposed to 3 days a week previously, and this may have a lot to do with her own progress and/or the facility. All I can say is that she is doing better and the trend is positive.
Shortly I will be contacting some of you, and if you want , you may visit her. If I don’t contact you, please contact me. I am not trying to omit anyone. Please do not go visit her without me knowing.
Pat is vocalizing a bit more.. actually quite a bit. We did have an incident on Wednesday that required a trip to the ER. It stemmed from her being found at the foot of her wheelchair and no one had seen it happen. As a precaution she was sent to the ER for analysis (CT scan, X-Ray.. etc). She is fine. Although we spent some really boring time in the ER.
Anyway, things continue to look up 🙂
Thanks for your support,
Scott
Great news and we are awaiting your call~ We will be leaving town for the holidays on Thursday the 20. Hope to connect! Thanks Scott!! Love you both!
Scott – Does the facility allow decoration or personal items in the room? I thought it might be nice if we could send her something to brighten up the room, but I wasn’t sure if that would be okay.
Sarah,
Sure, I think that would be nice 🙂
Nothing big, but a pic of you and your beau would also be a good idea.
Feel free to email me or call me…
If you don’t have either, ask your Dad
Scott
Great news!
That’s wonderful! Does this facility allow the pups to visit?
Yes… But I want to be carefull about which ones, Chuy may not be the best idea based on innocent exuberance. Sammy be no issue
What?! Chuy would be fine. He’s nice and tall for people in wheelchairs! 😉
Please keep me in mind for a visit. I am so very happy for both of you to hear Pat is back in town and that she continues to improve! Love to you both.
Will do Vija,
Today was not such a good day. A woman across the hall kept everyone up all night with some vocals. Apparently no one got any sleep. Poor Pat needs her sleep right now.
So happy that she is making a turn around in a positive way.
Very glad for you both to hear of Pat’s progress.
Merry Christmas Scott & Pat! And to your parents too.
You have each other to be so thankful for!
Love Jamie & Carol