I am currently living at home, but looking for an assistant living
facility, as I do not have the help here that I need. I pay someone to come in
the
morning to get me washed and dressed and into my chair. The remainder of
the day, my 80 year old mother, who is in poor health, is here with me. I
pay someone to come in the evening, to put me into bed. During the night
time, my mother and husband are here, but they both sleep upstairs, and I am
downstairs in the family room, with my cell phone headset on in case of an
emergency. During the nights, I sleep on my back entire time and sit in my
chair from 8 AM to 9 PM. I've been fortunate to this point (five years post as
of tomorrow July 2) but now my bottom is starting to break down and I need
even more care and attention that I don't have. My husband does not want
to be a caregiver. He provides for what I need, but is not very attentive,
which is why I need assisted-living. It is so expensive that I really can't
afford it, which is why I'm still at home.
Naomi, C-4 quad since July 2, 2005
In a message dated 6/30/2010 1:33:08 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
big46...@fuse.net writes:
Hey Everyone,
It has been a while since I posted. I hope you don’t mind me asking but
what is everyone’s living situation? Are you in a group home, nursing home,
apartment, independent living situation? My situation is changing and I
am looking for my best option. I am a C 3/4 quad who needs about 50 hours of
care. Any info would help.
Thank you,
Adam
