it never rains but .........

[Amy]

Hiya just thought I would give an update.

We are slowly sorting out mum's things, clothes, finances etc. Mum at present sits on a dining chair, and we all say 'hi' as we pass. Think she may move to a more permanent place in the house, till it is dad's turn, then we will place them at a favourite place together.

Last fortnight has been bad. About 3 weeks ago dad complained of numbness in one leg, this gradually spread till he was hospitalised 12 days ago - doctors took a couple of days to confirm what it was and then he has had 5 days of IV plasma. Sunday night he was rushed for a brain scan, as there was fear he had suffered a stroke - thankfully he hadnt. I was there at the time. Realised how I am really not ready to lose him. But last two days has seen a good recovery. His mobility has improved, though at present he is having to use a walking frame. The OT is involved and talking possible hand rails etc when he gets out. He hasnt been given a date to come home yet.

We never know what the future holds - good job really.

Love Helen

 

[angela.robinson]

Hi Helen ,glad to hear dad`s improving . that must have been a really bad scare for you .i hope you find a nice place to keep mum and that she will be there for a good while to come .as with your love and care hopefully dad will make a good recovery .Take care Helen ,there must be something good due to happen for you soon
love Angela

 

[Skye]

Hi Helen

Sorry, I PMed you to ask about your dad before I saw this!

You've had such a rough time recently, and you must have been worried sick about your dad. I'm glad he's getting better, and he hadn't had a heart attack. The last thing you expected or needed so soon after losing your mum. Of course you're not ready to lose him yet.

I hope you get him home soon.

Love,

 

[daughter]

Dear Helen,

Sorry to hear about your Dad, I hope he continues to improve and is able to come home very soon. I'm glad you have a place for your Mum. Keep us updated.

love Hazel.

 

[Margarita]

We never know what the future holds

That so true, no the feeling as after my father died never thought that any think could hurt me more then his death , till I was later told mum had AZ

Only new about this thread , because of a post you left in the tea room , as I don't really pop in hear After dementia - dealing with loss, only when I feel they a post that help me understand my grief of my father death and the stages that I had of grief


don't know what IV plasma is , but please to read your father improving in the last two days and he has a good recovery, hope when you can , you can keep us updated xx

 

[Amy]

Thanks Maggie - just about to go visiting. Dad is doing well, and hopefully will be home next week. He will have to use a zimmer for a while, but we are hoping that time will see a full recovery.
Love Helen

 

[Taffy]

Dear Helen,
I sure know that feeling of, 'it never rains but pours.' I am glad that your dad is doing much better and hopefully he will soon be home. Take Care Taffy.