| Burdie |
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| 15/05/2008 20:46 |
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Thanks for messages everybody, I was thinking may be I'm boring you all out there! But each time I post an update I do get such nice feedbacks.
My sister visited today and no tears and she was actually sat with another resident today. Mum doesn't do sitting down much as the moment! So another good sign. I am desperately looking for them.
In answer to your questions, yes they have activities every weekday loads of different things from tea dances to Ladies afternoon. She goes swimming (they employ a lifeguard) to meet them, visits to cafe, parks etc. Trouble is when she sees the home after a trip she refuses to go back in. They have such patience, they now call up for support as soon as the get near.
They have an open day in July, I'm pushing a resident in the wheelchair race. How about all of you joining me !!!!
Only joking, I want to win.
Burdie
| Foxie |
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| 15/05/2008 20:52 |
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Hi Burdie
Thanks for posting. No way are your posts boring.
Hugs Foxie x.
| pinkannie |
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| 15/05/2008 21:08 |
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Hello Burdie
I always look for your postings, they are really interesting, you're open and honest about the situation and even manage to keep a sense of humour. My parents are not ready for a home but I recognize many signs you talk about and it gives me a lot of infos to read your postings. Thanks! And you're doing fine you know, it IS a hard situation but you're doing the best you can and not forgetting yourself. Not easy!
Hugs
| Gemini |
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| 15/05/2008 21:11 |
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Hi Burdie,
Lovely to hear that your mum seems to be in a really good home. It gives you hope and it's good to know that there's lots of activities for her to participate in!
Good luck in the wheelchair race! No cheating now
| Chickadee |
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| 16/05/2008 09:42 |
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It sounds as though yu ahve made a good choice for your Mum - and at least if she is enjoying the activities, that's a start. It's a horrible situation to be in, feeling that she is unhappy, but if she sees you and your sister regulalry and begins to find some companionship there, she will settle in time - and good luck in the wheelchair race!!
| issi |
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| 16/05/2008 10:26 |
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I haven't commented on your posts Burdie because I have not been in your situation so find it difficult to say more than good wishes. My own 86-year old father lives with my older sister and is in good health. I do find your posts very interesting though. What you are going through seems to really shine through and it is the details that make it so easy to empathise with. I am sure there are lots of people who are not registered, or who do not post, who look for your threads because it is helping them. x x
| mjm |
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| 16/05/2008 13:45 |
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Hi Burdie, it does sound like a really nice place that you have chosen for your mum, well done you, its difficult to get it right for everyone, but you have come up trumps, I am so pleased for you and your family.
I look for your updates, so keep them coming.
| Berengaria |
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| 20/05/2008 23:16 |
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I haven't been around for a few weeks, Burdie, but I always try to come back and see how your mum's getting on. This is much better news - it sounds as if she's starting to settle and that she will start to have a pleasant, fulfilling life in the home. It really does appear that you made a good choice for her. It must be a great weight off your mind.
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