Progress in Higher Gear

Sorry I haven't posted in a while, but there hasn't been a lot of changes. Mom's progress continues to grow, she gets stronger each day, and walks a little more every day. She's now somewhat able to get herself from bed to the wheelchair and back again (still with some difficulty, but managing). Also, she is walking on carpet as well as tile, so she is able to get up and down the halls at Vista Ridge a little more often.

When Vista Ridge decided that July 5th would be the magic date, they have now changed some of the therapy rules. They are asking that she spend more time out of bed and moving around. They are asking that she do more to establish her independence. In fact, they are asking that they consider some nights away from the nursing home over the weekends to facilitate her leaving. We are getting ready to host her here whenever she is ready!

She has changed her therapy times- once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Pam & I still think she spends too much time in bed, but that may change- we keep hinting for her to spend more time sitting in a chair and less time in the bed. We'll see if that makes a difference!