Well, it is has been quite a night and day. Unfortunately, Timothy did fall out of bed. As far as we can tell he did not hit his head and x-rays show no problems. I had barely gotten to the hotel when the nurse called so I came back for the rest of the night. Then this morning the hospital arranged for a "sitter" so I could get some rest.
I left for three hours. when I came back someone came to say that the rehab facility might not take Timothy for awhile because he had to have a "sitter" because he woouldn't stay in bed. I have not cried througout this whole time but I cried then. I was so certain that getting to rehab immediately was the most important next step. When I could think straight I called Zach. Wisely, he told me to call Madonna myself and explain the situation. I did. They immediately said they were communicating with Mercy, knew the situation and that it would not affect his acceptance. They were only waiting on authorization from Timothy's insurance.
So Timothy is scheduled to leave here at noon tomorrow for Lincoln. I so hope it happens.
In the meantime, a friend and mother-in-law of my nephew, Dale came by when Timothy was having one of his restless times. She started rubbing his shoulders and lower back. He settled down and enjoyed it so very, very much. I will have to learn how to do this.
Bryson and Kim were here to spend time today. And thinks to Rich Tim is back up here to drive with me to Lincoln.
Our family has always been ones to take care of ourselves, but we are learning that at this time we need help from our friends. And we are so appreciative.
This is the most awful experience of my life, but it is teaching me about love, friendship and caring.
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I'm so happy to hear things are going well. And I am so happy to hear he is going to Madonna, we send A LOT of patients up there from Overland Park Regional and we always get excited when the patients come back in and tell us how wonderful their experience was and how much progress they made there! I think you will be impressed! Hope the trip and transfer goes well, and everything gets settled in nicely!
ReplyDeleteI have also had another friend go to Madonna after an accident and he made progress there too and is now home! I think Madonna is a great place for Timothy. I hope the transfer goes smoothly. We all need friends and family to lean on in times like these!
ReplyDeleteYEAH!!!! I"m so happy to hear he's already on his way to Madonna. I've worked there and they are wonderful. They always go above and beyond to do any and everything they can. Tell Tim I said "HI" if u get a chance and I'll be comin by REAL SOON to visit.Again,THANKS SO MUCH FOR THIS PAGE,the onformation you share on it has just made my day!!!
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