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@taci

I do not trust the rehab either. That also goes for Assisted Living and Convalescent homes. Thank goodness we have two vehicles. However, the second vehicle has not been used in over 2 years. Thankfully Triple came out and the battery is good. The not so good, car needs gas. Triple will come out tomorrow to start the battery again and will include some gas. I will then go to one of the wholesale clubs where gas is a bit less expensive. I will also make an appointment for an oil change and for other things that may be needed. The van will take up to two weeks for repair. As for a rental, the dealerships do not offer a loaner. I will need to visit some of the rent a car places. Probably will need to go to the local airport. It will be less expensive for me to use the second car. So happy that I didn’t give it away or do a donation.

I will be contacting the Rehab physician for an authorization for PT. So happens that this doctor is with the same team as our primary. Hopefully, I will see something started within a few days. I did hear from the assistant to the orthopedist and hubby has an appointment the beginning of January. The head nurse received a phone call from them as well for scheduling. Not sure if reconstructive surgery are in the cards. This group is one of the best and they have offices a few hours from our Cape home. However, all

surgery is performed in Boston. Another note on this is that the Head Nurse wants to wait until after this appointment to start any PT. I told him that we cannot wait on this. The sooner we start, the sooner he will be home. All I need is for him to be able to get in and out of bed himself. I have a wheelchair and a walker here if need be. For the bathroom, I will have handles on either side of the toilet to help him. There is also a commode we can use as well. Funny, I put it into the shower stall so he could sit when his back and legs gave out. The shower is easy in and out. Just a very small step that actually houses the sliding door.

I do have knowledge on the ramps. My only concern is how steep because the wheelchair is heavy and cumbersome. Also going down the chair does not have brakes and if hubby does this alone my heart will be in my mouth. I am also thinking about an electric cart similar to what you see in the markets. In Florida you see many ramps attached to the vehicle to house this while traveling. It also saves you pulling the thing apart in order to fit in the trunk of a vehicle. The electric motor is quite heavy. Another possibility is a three wheeled folding bike. This would make traveling more accessible for sightseeing or for a cruise. Best part, the person using these will never feel left out or handicapped. There are quite a few possibilities out there. You just have to do a study.

Thanks again for your concern and advice. Looks like we are all on the same wave length.

@taci,

I wrote a nice long note to you and it went poof. I will make this brief and write again
tomorrow.

Be care during this season the animals there has been a change in the weather so they
are on the prowl. My cats are not late anymore they know other critters are out so they go
for safety and eat a good meal.

I agree with the blackout curtains our son has them in his room.

I have three large windows in my bedrooms so we put up wooden plantation blinds
I put a sheer between them and the curtains when are made out of satin and have
black out covers on the backside. I have a total of six in my rooms because I double the
three windows. In the summer they stay open to let in the sun and in the winter I close
them to help keep the heat in.

I hope your son sleeps well tonight.

The system knocked me off I am wishing you a goodnight. 😉

What a great looking Grandmother. Wow.

Sheba, The Heidi set you want is lovely and well sized. Wowa!
I know you will look fab!
Today I had to trespass through an hole in a gate, and walk through a large parking lot to exit the trail. One coyote was at the top of a hill I needed for exiting. I think it was about to cruise the homes in the area for dinner. Considering a gym…. But i really love the area and the views.
Added some blackout curtains so my son could sleep better. He said they worked and seemed happy so I will get one more for another window.

Oodie, I don’t trust these rehabs. Glad your Insurance Company responded to your needs. By the way, I don’t know about insurance but I know someone who just had her 2nd hip replacement, and both times PT came to her house. She lives happily alone and one of her kids stayed with her for a day or 2 just in case. You can also add ramps for Wheelchairs, they don’t have to be major ramps just ones that cover the doorways. I know you have checked into it but ask your insurance to help more.
Hope your husband is doing well and you too!

@taci,

I would be the first to buy a few. 😎🎈Great idea.

@oodiebom,

Good evening I do not like someone hitting your Van and don’t leave any kind of info.
I know you have a lot you are dealing with and don’t need this at this time.

I bet it happened during the storm I am so sorry.

I am glad you have some good answers to your questions about your husband’s treatment
plan. Go Oodie!

I know you are tired I would rest on the new mattress with a good book and I hope the
Dealership gives you a loaner. 🎈 I feel for you sincere concern here.

Please let me know how today went the whole country is in a weather pattern.
Oz had rain we were dry as a bone. We really needed it. 💕

Enjoy a good book or whatever you feel like doing.

Wondering if Heidi Daus should do boxes for her own jewelry? Many comments mention Heidi Jewelry and therefore needing more space and larger boxes.

Welcome back Heidi! Only one hour.
Lets just call this the Colleen blow out day.

Peace Out Peeps enjoy your evening and Happy Holidays. 🎈😎