Talked to the nurse this morning.  She took care of my dad on Saturday and so she was able to evaluate any changes.  It seems he's much improved.  He's sitting in a chair and talking a little. 

She said he would probably be discharged in a couple of days.  Which means he'll have to go to a nursing home facility because I'm pretty sure he won't be able to get up and get around without a great deal of help - which my sister and mother aren't able to manage on their own. 

Oddly enough in my father's case, he'll probably enjoy being in a place with lots of other people to talk at.  When he's home, it's only my mother and sister. Not his favorite audience. 

In the meantime - I will be making plans to head out there this coming weekend.  There is much that needs fixing and isn't being fixed.  So I will be the one doing it... or it will never get done.  Part of this is my fault for letting things be when I was told "it's all taken care of".   Note to self: ask for proof. 

Let's just hope that all the messed up stuff is fixable.  I know some is - not sure about the rest. 

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1 That sounds a lot better. Fixing things that need fixing will be good for your soul, I'l wager.

Posted by: Sissy Willis at July 14, 2008 12:51 PM (cdtTx)

2 Go, Dad!  Way to bounce back!

My Mom was in a couple of assisted living homes that were better than anything I ever lived in; maybe you can get your father into one where he has a captive audience. 

Posted by: pam at July 14, 2008 02:35 PM (l6NIn)

3 As long as he is getting the top notch care he needs, and you and your family have peace of mind, dat's all that matters.

Posted by: Erica at July 14, 2008 03:18 PM (QvlE2)

4 Trust, and Verify T... Happy pops is back in bidness.  

Posted by: RedNeck at July 14, 2008 06:46 PM (zVAJL)

5 Let us hope that in the next few days your Dad is holding court in the Nursing home, keeping everyone thoroughly entertained and enjoying getting on the mend. 

Posted by: Bou at July 14, 2008 09:36 PM (VzkNB)

6 I am glad you finally got to talk to someone who could tell you something useful!  Good luck getting things straightened out.

Posted by: caltechgirl at July 14, 2008 10:04 PM (IfXtw)

7 Thank you everyone.  It's not over by a long shot, but things are looking up.  If I can get the paperwork bits sorted out when I'm there - I'll feel much better. 

Posted by: Teresa at July 14, 2008 10:04 PM (mMa3+)

8 Teresa-
Thanks for the update! Continuing prayer for all of you and good health to ya with safe travels.

Ruv You Looong Time!!!
JihadGene

Posted by: JihadGene at July 14, 2008 10:34 PM (no8nn)

9 Wonderful news.  Thinking of you all.

Posted by: oddybobo at July 15, 2008 08:32 PM (r2Tvw)

10

Glad he is doing better. 

I will call soon- Sunday or Monday- if you are not there I understand.

 

 

Posted by: Rave at July 16, 2008 08:02 PM (2CeD+)

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