Upsetting News About My Uncle

@CarolDM (203396)

Nashville, Tennessee

March 31, 2020 11:44am CST

While browsing the news stories online this morning, I came across a story that got my attention. My uncle, 90 y/o is in a nursing home, in another state, and has been on lockdown due to the virus. A resident at his facility has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. Of course I knew sooner or later this could happen. But to read it online was a shock. They did not identify who the resident is, and I respect that. I searched and found another story that explained the resident is a female, and was transferred to the facility about 10 days ago. Maybe she brought the virus with her, I don't know. But she is in the hospital now. One nurse was sent home for a 14-day isolation period. And the facility is still on lockdown. No answer when I call my uncle. I have to hope he is ok. I will keep trying to call him. A shame the stepdaughters do not stay in touch. I have to read this online. Oh well, nothing can be done but wait and see what happens. Hoping for a good outcome. The photo is the last birthday card I mailed him last year.

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@nonersays (3344)

• United States

31 Mar 20

That must be so scary for you. Specially with no answers when you try to call. I hope you can get an answer and some peace of mind soon.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

Very difficult. Thanks.

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@xFiacre (14783)

• Ireland

31 Mar 20

@CarolDm It's hard being at a distance and you can't see for yourself how they are.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

Very difficult, a helpless feeling.

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@snowy22315 (208746)

• United States

31 Mar 20

That would be upsetting. I know in one of the nursing homes in the Richmond area the virus has been running rampant..They were profiling some people last night who have a relative there and are terribly concerned. They should probably test all the residents and staff..whether they show symptoms or not.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

Yes I know.

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@LadyDuck (502190)

• Italy

1 Apr 20

I am so sorry you cannot get in touch with him. No one can visit people in nursery homes here right now, it is to protect the residents.

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@LadyDuck (502190)

• Italy

1 Apr 20

@CarolDM I hope you can talk with him.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

I know but I had been talking on the phone with him. I will keep trying.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

@LadyDuck Thank you, me too.

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@simone10 (54180)

• Louisville, Kentucky

1 Apr 20

I can understand how worried you must be. I hope you are able to get through to your uncle.

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@simone10 (54180)

• Louisville, Kentucky

3 Apr 20

@CarolDM Have you heard anything from your uncle yet?

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Apr 20

@simone10 I talked to him yesterday, he was confused. Thanks for asking.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

Just holding out hope. Thanks.

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@NJChicaa (127117)

• United States

31 Mar 20

I hope he is safe

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

Thanks, me too.

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@Tampa_girl7 (54714)

• United States

31 Mar 20

That’s an awful way to hear bad news. I hope that he’ll be okay.

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@Tampa_girl7 (54714)

• United States

31 Mar 20

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

I know Marie, thank you.

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@DianneN (254949)

• United States

31 Mar 20

Oh, my! That was bound to happen sooner or later. I wonder if she was tested first before being brought in.

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@DianneN (254949)

• United States

1 Apr 20

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

I know but you are never ready. I have no idea about anything.

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@Courtlynn (67089)

• United States

2 Apr 20

I hope he doesn't get it

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Apr 20

Me too.

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@Hannihar (130150)

• Israel

1 Apr 20

@CarolDM I can imagine how you must be concerned about your uncle. I hope he is ok too.

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@Hannihar (130150)

• Israel

2 Apr 20

@CarolDM You are welcome.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

Thank you.

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@freelancermariagrace (29342)

• Philippines

1 Apr 20

I hope he is okay, though. :(

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

Thank you.

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@Moon24 (22394)

• Serbia

1 Apr 20

Sorry for that news. I hope he is ok. Don't lose hope.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

Thanks.

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@DocAndersen (54399)

• United States

1 Apr 20

Carol I am so sorry that has to make everything harder right now. Best wishes and hopes attached to this message

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

As if things needed to be harder. It is tough. Thank you for your support.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

@DocAndersen Thank you.

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@DocAndersen (54399)

• United States

1 Apr 20

@CarolDM i am so sorry. You know if there is anything I can do, just ask!~~

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@Nicolla (1456)

• Serbia

4 Apr 20

I’m sorry to hear that . Stay positive ..

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

4 Apr 20

Thanks

@GardenGerty (169406)

• United States

1 Apr 20

It is alarming. And it is hard to learn this online rather than from family.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

Very much so. Life happens like this sometimes. I will keep trying.

@wolfgirl569 (135583)

• Marion, Ohio

31 Mar 20

I hope he is ok. He could be busy or sleeping for not answering the phone

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

Thanks, I hope you are right.

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@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

31 Mar 20

I'm sorry you're learning this online. I'm glad it's not your Uncle and hope he's doing all right. I hope his step-daughters get in touch with you.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

Thank you but I doubt if I hear from them. It is ok, I expected this.

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@JudyEv (381815)

• Rockingham, Australia

1 Apr 20

I'm sorry to hear this. I do hope you are able to make contact soon or at least find out what is happening.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

1 Apr 20

Thanks, me too.

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@LindaOHio (222288)

• United States

31 Mar 20

I hope he is safe and healthy and will answer your calls soon.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

Thanks and so do I. Difficult situation.

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@Nevena83 (66063)

• Serbia

31 Mar 20

Oh, that's not good news, but I hope he does well.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

31 Mar 20

Thank you.

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