My schedule for visiting my T decreased today from twice a day to once a day. It seems as though the nurses (not all) are getting concerned about preventing injuries. (that's understandable) I lift my wheelchair out of the trunk of my car; however, I'm unable to put it back in the car when I'm ready to leave. So, I solicit the help of a nurse to do the task. I find out that one of the aides hurt her shoulder helping me. Now, I feel that I'm being avoided when I want to leave. I was also told that they are talking about alternative modes of mobility for me. I've decided that I'll cut my visit to once a day, and I'll call one of my two kids to come to the VA to put my wheelchair in the car. Problem solved.
A visitor and former resident of the VA and I helped Bob sit on the edge of the bed this evening. He's a bit shy about moving yet. I don't believe he has all the confidence he needs. Mark, the visitor, was unable to walk also. He was talking Bob through every step and what to move in the order that a normal person would never think. Think about it...how would you move to go from lying on your back to sitting of the edge of the bed? Now, add about ten more steps. That's what Bob has to do.
*NEW A PRAYER FOR TODAY
"Father in heaven, thank You for this new day. Thank You for the opportunity to begin again. I choose to press forward and keep believing for the dreams and desires You’ve placed in my heart. I trust You today with everything that I am. In Jesus' Name. Amen."
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VA Healthcare System, Transitional Care Unit, 913 NW Garden Valley Blvd, Roseburg, OR 97470 Room 108A
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