Re: [QUAD-L] Home Health Aides
Thanks ev1. Youse guys r the best. Sent from Billy Lang's iPad On Mar 17, 2013, at 19:20, wheelch...@aol.com wrote: Billy, I have included this Link to New Jersey'sCenters for Independent Living. There are more then a dozen in your State, beginning with Edison. CIL's located in the state of NJ Call the closest in your area to serve you with information and resources. I'm sure the Discharge Planners at Kessler Rehab Center may also be aware of your closest CIL. Best Wishes In a message dated 3/17/2013 2:53:31 P.M. Central Daylight Time, blan...@verizon.net writes: Monmouth County NJ, thanks Sent from Billy's IPAD2 On Mar 17, 2013, at 12:38, wheelch...@aol.com wrote: Congrats Billy! You have done both good and well in raising your daughter and the grandchildren. Thanks to computers, and cell phones you will always be in contact with them and watch them grow. I'm sure you have a Federally Funded, Center For Independent Living in or near your community to guide you in your search for information, as it may vary from state to state. What State and County do you reside? Best Wishes In a message dated 3/17/2013 11:05:06 A.M. Central Daylight Time, blan...@verizon.net writes: Guys, My wife and I are finally empty nesters with my daughter moving south with her husband and three of my grandchildren 7,2 and 6 mos. We're going to miss them terribly. I have been Connor's male influence for 5 of his seven years, and my heart is breaking to see him go. Anyway, I am 64 and My wife my primary caregiver for 23 years is 65. She can't physically take care of me anymore. (Transfers mainly). How do we go about getting an aide in home? Who pays, and what is the going rate? I have nurses in the morning who do ADL, BP and cath care. That's done in about an hour every day. The need is needed when I go back down in the evening or during the day, if necessary. Thanks for any advice you can offer. Sent from Billy Lang's iPad
Re: [QUAD-L] Florida?
I don't know about Florida, but there are a few of us on the quad-list who live in Arizona. I moved to AZ from snowy Wisconsin in 1986, four years after my spinal cord injury. I completely understand your feelings about the cold weather, and frankly don't know how any of you cold state quads survive (you're stronger than I am!) I have no idea how AZ benefits compare to NY, but I can tell you it's 86 degrees here today and forecast calls for 80's for the next 10 days. Of course, we'll be above 100 F for about six months, starting in late April and going halfway through October. I happen to LOVE the heat, but most people here don't. I'd be happy to answer specific questions about Arizona, if you're considering it. Don. c5-6, 30 years post TEMPE, AZ From: Nan nlg52...@yahoo.com To: quad-list@eskimo.com quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 8:10 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] Florida? Hi all. :) Does anyone on the Q-List live in Florida, or somewhere warm? My benefits in NY are pretty darned good, but the weather is killing me! Any advice is appreciated. Nan
[QUAD-L] vegas vacation
planning my first big trip since becoming a quad from ontario, canada to las vegas, usa...looking for tips, tricks or advice on anything vegas or flying for wheelchair users, thanks
Re: [QUAD-L] vegas vacation
You just might meet several Quads while you are in Vegas. The city is quite friendly and many of the new hotels have battery operated ceiling lifts. I would talk directly with the hotel you are planning to stay at and ask them all the questions you want. The streets of Vegas can be narrow with all the traffic and construction going on, so plan on taking the overhead train. I know they have one taxi but I also think they have several cabs that are accessible, if needed. What month are you going? Best Wishes In a message dated 3/19/2013 5:16:38 P.M. Central Daylight Time, caars...@hotmail.com writes: planning my first big trip since becoming a quad from ontario, canada to las vegas, usa...looking for tips, tricks or advice on anything vegas or flying for wheelchair users, thanks =
[QUAD-L] Oxybutynin
For those of you who take oxybutynin, how many mg do you take? Thanks in advance. Julie c4/5
Re: [QUAD-L] vegas vacation
That Vegas Tram only goes to a few of the hotels, but it's a good option for easy travel [although it seemed a bit pricey to me.] If you're staying on the Strip and don't plan to go anywhere off the Strip you can get around just fine taking an accessible cab from the airport to your hotel and then just walking [rolling] up and down the Strip. There are so many things to see along the street you will not get bored. You can catch an accessible cab at any of the big hotels. Just look for the taxi line in front of the main entrance. Go to the front of the line and let them know you need an accessible cab, as you'll get priority. Kind of like going to the front of the line at Disneyland. A few free things you should see: Fremont Street [the old downtown strip] Bellagio dancing fountains Treasure Island pirate battle Talk to your hotel's concierge to get special deals and learn about other happenings you shouldn't miss. If you plan to see shows be sure to get tickets ahead of time. If you want to eat at specific restaurants call and make reservations the day before. Have fun!!
Fwd: [QUAD-L] Oxybutynin
I take a 5 mg each morning and another during the day if needed, which isn't often. Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: Resent-From: quad-list@eskimo.com From: Julie Napper jnapp...@msn.com Date: March 19, 2013, 6:46:24 PM EDT To: quad-list quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: [QUAD-L] Oxybutynin For those of you who take oxybutynin, how many mg do you take? Thanks in advance. Julie c4/5
[QUAD-L] My new chair was approved!
Hi All, Today a nurse from my HMO came to evaluate me for approval or denie me for a Quantum Q center wheel drive (never had one before) chair. I was approved! Including a power headrest. Not the kind of power headrest that oporate's the chair's movements but a power headrest that I oporate from the joy stick where I can comande it to raise up into any position I desire and ten tuck away. It is a Motion Concept power headrest. My vendor said this will be the very first power headrest to be approved that they have done or have EVER known to be approved. There most likely will be wanting to do a short video of me demonstrating it and they will put it on their web site and YouTube … I'll keep you all posted. My turning radius will shrink down 18 because of the poor seating my chair now has and going to center wheel drive. I live in a 400 square foot apartment, so this is going to be a BIG deal. Also, this chair is going to be 3-4 lower and narrower. The chair I have now has been a complete nightmare ever since I sat in it because of the hight and width being WAY to big. There will be somethings I won't be able to reach but I will be able to get back under tables again. Bobbie Smile Everyday
Re: [QUAD-L] My new chair was approved!
Congrats Bobbie, I'm curious about the headrest, never knew they had that...please let us in on how well it works. Meredith - Original Message - From: bobbie...@aol.com To: quad-list@eskimo.com, cwalla...@verizon.net, lorilivin...@gmail.com Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 6:06:21 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] My new chair was approved! Hi All, Today a nurse from my HMO came to evaluate me for approval or denie me for a Quantum Q center wheel drive (never had one before) chair. I was approved! Including a power headrest. Not the kind of power headrest that oporate's the chair's movements but a power headrest that I oporate from the joy stick where I can comande it to raise up into any position I desire and ten tuck away. It is a Motion Concept power headrest. My vendor said this will be the very first power headrest to be approved that they have done or have EVER known to be approved. There most likely will be wanting to do a short video of me demonstrating it and they will put it on their web site and YouTube … I'll keep you all posted. My turning radius will shrink down 18 because of the poor seating my chair now has and going to center wheel drive. I live in a 400 square foot apartment, so this is going to be a BIG deal. Also, this chair is going to be 3-4 lower and narrower. The chair I have now has been a complete nightmare ever since I sat in it because of the hight and width being WAY to big. There will be somethings I won't be able to reach but I will be able to get back under tables again. Bobbie Smile Everyday
Re: [QUAD-L] Oxybutynin
5mg 2/day From: Julie Napper jnapp...@msn.com To: quad-list quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tue, March 19, 2013 5:47:02 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] Oxybutynin For those of you who take oxybutynin, how many mg do you take? Thanks in advance. Julie c4/5
Re: [QUAD-L] My new chair was approved!
Consider sending an email to Mark Smith at Pride. He's a Quantum Manager and Edge User, regarding your order and its progression. He may require the provider's order number. He can follow the progress and address any question you might have before or during construction. Best Wishes In a message dated 3/19/2013 8:06:31 P.M. Central Daylight Time, bobbie...@aol.com writes: Hi All, Today a nurse from my HMO came to evaluate me for approval or denie me for a Quantum Q center wheel drive (never had one before) chair. I was approved! Including a power headrest. Not the kind of power headrest that oporate's the chair's movements but a power headrest that I oporate from the joy stick where I can comande it to raise up into any position I desire and ten tuck away. It is a Motion Concept power headrest. My vendor said this will be the very first power headrest to be approved that they have done or have EVER known to be approved. There most likely will be wanting to do a short video of me demonstrating it and they will put it on their web site and YouTube … I'll keep you all posted. My turning radius will shrink down 18 because of the poor seating my chair now has and going to center wheel drive. I live in a 400 square foot apartment, so this is going to be a BIG deal. Also, this chair is going to be 3-4 lower and narrower. The chair I have now has been a complete nightmare ever since I sat in it because of the hight and width being WAY to big. There will be somethings I won't be able to reach but I will be able to get back under tables again. Bobbie Smile Everyday
Re: [QUAD-L] My new chair was approved!
I'm happy for you Bobbie. I hope you make a video about the chair so we can see how it works for you. Dana Congrats Bobbie, I'm curious about the headrest, never knew they had that...please let us in on how well it works. Meredith From: bobbie...@aol.com To: quad-list@eskimo.com, cwalla...@verizon.net, lorilivin...@gmail.com Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 6:06:21 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] My new chair was approved! Hi All, Today a nurse from my HMO came to evaluate me for approval or denie me for a Quantum Q center wheel drive (never had one before) chair. I was approved! Including a power headrest. Not the kind of power headrest that oporate's the chair's movements but a power headrest that I oporate from the joy stick where I can comande it to raise up into any position I desire and ten tuck away. It is a Motion Concept power headrest. My vendor said this will be the very first power headrest to be approved that they have done or have EVER known to be approved. There most likely will be wanting to do a short video of me demonstrating it and they will put it on their web site and YouTube … I'll keep you all posted. My turning radius will shrink down 18 because of the poor seating my chair now has and going to center wheel drive. I live in a 400 square foot apartment, so this is going to be a BIG deal. Also, this chair is going to be 3-4 lower and narrower. The chair I have now has been a complete nightmare ever since I sat in it because of the hight and width being WAY to big. There will be somethings I won't be able to reach but I will be able to get back under tables again. Bobbie Smile Everyday
