Dad had a great night. He slept last night without even stirring until 10:00 this morning. The hospice aid came and assisted him with a bath, after which he remained in the wheelchair for several hours. The ramp that my step mother wanted proved to be very expensive...due mostly to the required length in order to make it navigable. So...my brother affixed a ladder across the opening from the back porch to the yard...with a variety of bungee cords, in order to make it impossible for my dad to roll off of the porch in the wheelchair, or stumble off...should he attempt to stand.
The result is that it is now safe for him to spend some time outdoors. They were able to eat lunch on the porch and sit outdoors and enjoy the warmth of the day. I know he enjoyed it...though he can't express that joy except for a wide grin.
So far today he is doing well...down for a nap at this writing...and exhausted but happy. The agitation seems to remain under control...which is wonderful. He is still somewhat able to feed himself...but must be watched as he occasionally tries to do odd things with his food.
I am still amazed at the recent reversal of many symptoms...but I am glad for each good day that he has. I continue to be skeptical about how long this change will last...but at the end of the day...it is best to take things an hour at a time...and be grateful for each day that he does well.
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