Dad's being Transferred Finally ! YIPPEE!!

@webeishere (36313)

United States

September 24, 2007 12:25pm CST

I just got dome talking to the social services office and my dad is being transg=ferred to an after care facility at 4 tonight. This is a big burden finally off my shoulders as I sat all weekend wondering when he would be trabsferred if at all. I went on a tour of the facility he will be at. Not really a pleasant visit. Not becuase of anything bad just depressing seeing so many old people dependant on others to lead a normal daily life. I hope things work out well for dad so he can come back home and get back to his normal activities even though they were very limited. he has not walked a whole lot for 8 days so that's the main concern. many other concerns as far as occupational therapy and physical therapy. he needs to get back to doing for himself as he is not an invalid nor crippled. Just wanted to let friends and others that have shown concern what is happening. I still won'y be around much as I don't want to tie up the phone line. yeah I have dial-up. Uggghhh! Hahaha! Thanks all once again for all the prayers and great support shown towards dad and the rest of us here. It's been great and heartwarming as well. I will try really hard to get on late at night though I think. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@3lilangels (4639)

• United States

24 Sep 07

thats wonderful im so glad to hear that,and im glad so far everything is going good.my prayers are still with you and your family.god bless.pattie

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

In circumstanses like this there can never be too many prayers. Thanks. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@creematee (2810)

• United States

24 Sep 07

YAHOO!!! I can hear the excitment in your voice as I was reading your post. I'm glad that Dad is getting somewhere, and there are people there that can help him get where he is supposed to be. Looks like those prayers and well wishes are paying off. I'll keep mine going for a while longer, so he makes it home safely. I used to work in a care facility like that. (I was a cook.) It was so sad to see those people just waiting for someone to help them get dressed or go to bed. I did find, though, that some of them were happy because they got to see their friends everyday! :)

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

iT WAS DEPRESSING JUST VISITING THE SITE FOR A TOUR TO SEE THESE HELPLESS PEOPLE. I prayed for each of them tonight myself as well. I am hoping that dad may get to know a few and maybe want to get out after he gets home even. Would be nice to see dad socialize with some his age. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@creematee (2810)

• United States

27 Sep 07

I've been following your posts, and am happy to hear that Dad is doing well. :) Thanks for the BR! :)

@Polly1 (12644)

• United States

24 Sep 07

I am so happy you have good news to report. I am also happy that you are keeping us posted with what has been happening. I have noticed that you haven't been on that much lately, gotta get the DSL, you will love it. One of the main things for your dads recovery, will be his attitude. If he wants to get well and strong and works hard to do it he will. He will get to go home in no time. Just don't let him get too discouraged and give up. Nursing homes can be sad for some of the patients, there are so many elderly that don't have anybody who care about them. Take care.

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

That's the only thing I am concerned about. Him giving up. he doesn't care at times. So I am hoping he makes some friends maybe. he seems determined to get about walking again etc. I can only hope for the best. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@usmcsgtwife (4997)

• United States

24 Sep 07

what wonderful news, glad to hear he is doing okay!!

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@misheleen73 (6037)

• United States

24 Sep 07

Woo hoo !! Congrats Grandpa Bob. I know you have been very worried. ANd I am happy that he is finally a step closer to being able to come home. You and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers and I am sending all the strength I can to help your father get back on his own two feet !!

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Thanks bunches. They had him up and walking a few times a day at the hospital this weekend. So he is prepared. But I think he will be stunned when they start with him at the home as it is going to be rigorous. Oh well. Hahahaha!! HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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applecartronnie

@applecartronnie (1984)

• India

24 Sep 07

congratulations, all the best ever, GOD BLESS ALWAYS.

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Thank you so much. It's greatly appreciated and needed as well. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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applecartronnie

@applecartronnie (1984)

• India

25 Sep 07

silently praying.

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@gabs8513 (48686)

• United Kingdom

24 Sep 07

Grandpa Bob I am so happy to read this and I am glad that it will make things easier for you to as I think you deserve a rest you have been through a lot lately you really have Hugs

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

A rest? Hell I need a 6 month vacation after all this I feel. But alas it won't happen. HAHAHAHA!! I am still stressed a lot but okay though. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@GardenGerty (169450)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Good news! Often long term care facilities can bring in or provide just the right services to help people regain their independence. It has to do with being willing to do what is asked of them, though, and not giving up. Hope your dad is one of those stubborn old coots who works the legs off the therapists so he can go back home.

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

He is NEVER willing to do anything on his own actually. The only way he will do anything along these lines is if he is told by a Dr that it HAS to be done. And that's the only reason he is there. Otherwise if they had "suggested" it he would have told them no. Im hoping for the best results myself. We shall see in a week or two. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@brendalee (6082)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Thanks for the update. I was wondering how things were going. Hang in there Grandpa Bob.

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

It's been stressful as hell. But I am hanging in there. I just wish the stress would disappear soon. That's not going to happen yet. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@aidonia (4209)

• Greece

24 Sep 07

That's very nice.the news day by day are better so I wish soon you see your father back again at home and not only.....at so good shape that can do whatever did before the hospital. See you grandpa...

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@jennybianca (12912)

• Australia

25 Sep 07

This is good news. You have done the right thing in getting your Dad organised for care. It is too much to do it yourself. He will get the proper medication at the right time & services to rehabilitate himself, on site. This is much easier on everyone. I guess you can visit your Dad as often as you like there. Do they know how long your Dad might be there?

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Yes they are making sure he gets his daily meds as well. he is schedulued for at least one week. May be up to 3 weeks depending on his progress actually. So hopefully he will do well. Thanks again. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@vashstampede992000 (2560)

• Philippines

25 Sep 07

Hi there Gradpa Bob, i am so glad that you're that is doing ok now. And i am sure that everyone of us here are glad and happy for that. God is really good and he is so good... All the time! God bless you and your family Grandpa Bob! Godspeed, Kiko

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

All the help and support and prayers from you all is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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@pyewacket (43903)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Oh this is indeed good news GRANDPA BOB and it will be a burden lifted off of you for awhile--hey..you need a break right? And don't worry if you're not here as much..we'll be waiting for your return...Take care of yourself, and my prayers still go for your dad. (((hugs)))

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Thanks for the prayers and hugs. Much needed actually. This eases a little of the stress but not all of it. But I am managing either way though. Still sober and alive. HAHAHA!! HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@thefortunes (2367)

• Netherlands

25 Sep 07

This is some good news GP Bob :) And I hope that your dad will be soon enough able to be mooving around a bit and get back home to your family :) Wish him a quick and speedy recovery and bless you all :) TheFortunes

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Will do. And thanks for the continued prayers as well. he gets about but not a long distance yet. he walks about 10 feet and he is winded. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@Fishmomma (11658)

• United States

24 Sep 07

I'm glad he is able to leave the hospital. I would have felt sad to see a lot of older people needing help to manage. Its sad to get older and need help to do simple things. Its good to hear things are looking up now.

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

Oh when I went for a tour this afternoon there was an old lady sitting on the deck huffing away on her smokes like a chimney. Grrr! I just hope he doesn't lose hope. I don't know if I can handle trying to tend to him if he is bed ridden etc. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@someonesmom (5761)

• Canada

24 Sep 07

Hi Grandpa Bob, This is really good news, and what a relief for you too. It's so wonderful that you're willing and able to care for your dad at home. I've visited people in those facilities, and it really can be very sad. Some that are in there, are just totally abandoned by their 'families.' I pray he'll come along just great, and will be back home before you know it. Take Care.

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

I know a few people in the AA club that have put family into homes and forgot about them. IF I ever oput him in one I could never just leave him and forget him. That's sooo sad to do to another human. Thankx. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@someonesmom (5761)

• Canada

25 Sep 07

I personally know an older lady (in her seventies), who's been completely abandoned by her adult children. She's a member of our church, and some wonderful people pick her up, and get her out each Sunday that it's possible. She walks with a walker, and her health isn't good, as she's taken many falls etc. She lives in a lovely seniors facility, but if it wasn't for friends, she'd have nobody. I just don't understand how families can do this. I only wish I'd had my parents with me for much longer. You're such a good example, Grandpa Bob, of the way things should be, in this regard.

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@heavenschild (4777)

• Canada

24 Sep 07

Thanks so much for the update and I am so glad that he is going to be getting the rehabilitation care that he needs!! I will pray that he does well and there are no further complications so that he is home soon with you! Take Care my friend!!

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

It's starting to get rough for me actually. The stress doesn't end it seems. But I am alive and sober today so that's a good thing. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@Zelmarq (12607)

• Cebu City, Philippines

25 Sep 07

Hello grandpa bob! I hope all is going smooth with your daddy.And soon tthings will get back to normal. Our prayers for you always. Hazel

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

hard to say if it will be "normal" again actually. Thanks. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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@beaniegdi (1963)

•

25 Sep 07

I am so glad he is getting better and coming out of hospital. He should be fine as long as he becomes active as you say and if he eats well and gets extra vitamins etc. Does dial up not work out very expensive if you are on the Internet a lot?

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

I have unlimited access dial up so it's not exspensive at all.

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@jillhill (37353)

• United States

24 Sep 07

Hope the transfer goes well and that your dad will be cared for by the best. Also the best to you! Glad it's starting to come back full circle so he can be well enough to be home again!

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@webeishere (36313)

• United States

25 Sep 07

I am hoping he does well as far as walking and going to the bathroom by himself. I can't handle changing diapers on an adult. YUCK!! Thanks. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~

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