Thursday, July 19, 2007
Week of July 2, 2007
Monday was therapy day. They worked on Terry's balance and some leg exercises. Lynn can see that he has made MAJOR improvements but she is anxious for him to move more. They had some trouble with the lift again. They called Ted (friend) and he said to see how it goes for a while (then let him know).
Tuesday and Thursday were cleaning the trailer days. Lynn got Terry settled before Beth (friend) came over to help her clean it. Lynn will be going to the festival in Fortville on July 20-22.
Thursday AHHE brought a power wheelchair for Terry to try. It was too tall for the van entry (but it can be adjusted).
Friday was therapy day. The therapists did some evaluations on Terry for improvement. They didn't find too much improvement but Lynn sees it differently - attitude, determination, gratitude, and pain level. After therapy, they picked up Taco Bell and went to the county fairgrounds. Chase, Wyatt, and Rylee (grandkids) were showing their ponies at the county fair. While at the horse show, the announcer mentioned that Terry was there and welcomed him. They were able to watch the kids perform in two events. Then they left as Terry was uncomfortable (he had been in wheelchair for about 10 hours). They enjoyed watching the kids.
Saturday was a Fourth of July party at Lynn's moms house. They had a really good time visiting with family. They made a short stop at home before leaving again to go to Esteina's (DIL) parents house for a fireworks display. They had dinner and visited with friends before the FANTASTIC fireworks show. By the time they got home, Terry was worn out and hurting.
Sunday was a quiet and relaxing day spent at church, short trip to Walmart, and home (after a very full weekend).
Tuesday and Thursday were cleaning the trailer days. Lynn got Terry settled before Beth (friend) came over to help her clean it. Lynn will be going to the festival in Fortville on July 20-22.
Thursday AHHE brought a power wheelchair for Terry to try. It was too tall for the van entry (but it can be adjusted).
Friday was therapy day. The therapists did some evaluations on Terry for improvement. They didn't find too much improvement but Lynn sees it differently - attitude, determination, gratitude, and pain level. After therapy, they picked up Taco Bell and went to the county fairgrounds. Chase, Wyatt, and Rylee (grandkids) were showing their ponies at the county fair. While at the horse show, the announcer mentioned that Terry was there and welcomed him. They were able to watch the kids perform in two events. Then they left as Terry was uncomfortable (he had been in wheelchair for about 10 hours). They enjoyed watching the kids.
Saturday was a Fourth of July party at Lynn's moms house. They had a really good time visiting with family. They made a short stop at home before leaving again to go to Esteina's (DIL) parents house for a fireworks display. They had dinner and visited with friends before the FANTASTIC fireworks show. By the time they got home, Terry was worn out and hurting.
Sunday was a quiet and relaxing day spent at church, short trip to Walmart, and home (after a very full weekend).
Week of June 25, 2007
Terry works with one therapist for his hand - stretching and bending left arm, elbow, and shoulder. The main focus is the left hand but all of his upper body needs attention.
His other therapist is working on his balance and strengthening his lower body. They talked about the best way to use the therapy time. They are all working toward the same goal - Terry walking - so any ideas are appreciated.
Terry's shoulder is healed so they will be scheduling his first aqua therapy session.
Tuesday they went to New Castle - visited the nursing home he stayed at and went to Michael's (son) work.
Wednesday at therapy, the therapist gave them some more tools and wraps for Terry to use on his fingers throughout the day. (Some days Terry is pretty aggressive with his therapy on his own but other times Lynn has to push him.)
The other therapist put him on the tilt table again. He also hooked up some electrodes to Terry's right thigh (those muscles seem to be lagging behind the others). It took a while but he finally got some results.
Thursday Terry was a little depressed but Lynn reminded him that they needed to count their blessings. They worked on some exercises to chase away his blues.
Friday Terry had another shower. Ted (friend from church) picked up the van.
Saturday they worked on some therapy at home since the van was with Ted. They stopped for lunch and a nap. After the nap, Ted called and said he was done with the van. When they got it back, they ran a few errands. Terry took another shower when they got home.
Sunday Terry planned for Lynn to go shopping with a friend - Helen. She had a really good time and bought some new stuff for the bathroom. When she got home, they went to visit Michael (son) at his work. Later that night, she decorated the bathroom with the new items she bought.
His other therapist is working on his balance and strengthening his lower body. They talked about the best way to use the therapy time. They are all working toward the same goal - Terry walking - so any ideas are appreciated.
Terry's shoulder is healed so they will be scheduling his first aqua therapy session.
Tuesday they went to New Castle - visited the nursing home he stayed at and went to Michael's (son) work.
Wednesday at therapy, the therapist gave them some more tools and wraps for Terry to use on his fingers throughout the day. (Some days Terry is pretty aggressive with his therapy on his own but other times Lynn has to push him.)
The other therapist put him on the tilt table again. He also hooked up some electrodes to Terry's right thigh (those muscles seem to be lagging behind the others). It took a while but he finally got some results.
Thursday Terry was a little depressed but Lynn reminded him that they needed to count their blessings. They worked on some exercises to chase away his blues.
Friday Terry had another shower. Ted (friend from church) picked up the van.
Saturday they worked on some therapy at home since the van was with Ted. They stopped for lunch and a nap. After the nap, Ted called and said he was done with the van. When they got it back, they ran a few errands. Terry took another shower when they got home.
Sunday Terry planned for Lynn to go shopping with a friend - Helen. She had a really good time and bought some new stuff for the bathroom. When she got home, they went to visit Michael (son) at his work. Later that night, she decorated the bathroom with the new items she bought.
Week of June 18, 2007
They are working on getting a power wheelchair for Terry.
Ted (friend from church) came to look at van. He said it doesn't need to much work, and he would do it on June 30.
Terry went to the eye doctor. His vision has changed and he will be getting new glasses.
They are still waiting on the aqua therapy until a sore on Terry's should has healed completely.
Terry received a new brace for his arm. It bends a couple of fingers more (they seem to be lagging behind the others). Terry really is a challenge for his therapists, but they keep coming up with fresh ideas. On Friday, the therapist put Terry on a tilt table. They strapped Terry to the table and then stood him up. He was standing and bearing weight on his right leg. It was GREAT!! He was "standing" for about thirty minutes. It was great to be able to get off his bottom and just change his perspective for a while.
Terry go another shower on Saturday. It is getting easier every time he has one, and he enjoys it.
Ted (friend from church) came to look at van. He said it doesn't need to much work, and he would do it on June 30.
Terry went to the eye doctor. His vision has changed and he will be getting new glasses.
They are still waiting on the aqua therapy until a sore on Terry's should has healed completely.
Terry received a new brace for his arm. It bends a couple of fingers more (they seem to be lagging behind the others). Terry really is a challenge for his therapists, but they keep coming up with fresh ideas. On Friday, the therapist put Terry on a tilt table. They strapped Terry to the table and then stood him up. He was standing and bearing weight on his right leg. It was GREAT!! He was "standing" for about thirty minutes. It was great to be able to get off his bottom and just change his perspective for a while.
Terry go another shower on Saturday. It is getting easier every time he has one, and he enjoys it.
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