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I'm glad that you went ahead and introduced yourself to the list. I
know it's not easy for you. Stephen is a lucky boy to have such a
concerned Mom looking up resources that will help him. Like I told you the
other day, there are a lot of caring people here and have a world of information
to share. One thing your son and I have in common is the time of year the
paralysis happened to us. It happened Memorial Day weekend for me as
well.
It's great that his friends are there for him and it will defiantly help
with his recovery to have them around. They obviously care about Stephen so you
discussing the fact that he needs a schedule with them, they will
understand. It's going to be frustrating for your son to keep a schedule.
I'm sure most everyone here can agree it's a pain in the butt being on a
schedule, but it is very important.
The neuro psychologist at the rehab center explained to me about the
mourning period when something this dramatic happens to you. I wouldn't be
surprised if Stephen went through the phases as well. He could get
depressed or even angry and this will put stress on you as well. You may feel
like you cant help him at times, but just bare with it. I wasn't even
living with my parents, but I found myself getting pretty upset with them when
they were trying to do things for me. I still get depressed, but I get
through it.
There are so many resources for Stephen out there when he is ready to go to
college and start driving and when the time comes and you are ready for the
information, there are many people here that can give it to you. If you
have questions about care, equipment, or just about anything else someone can
direct you to the right source whether it be a place you can call or a web page
you can look up.
Again, welcome to the list and I hope you enjoy it here. Like I told
you before, many people here are friends. You may see some arguments when
a topic comes up, but it always blows over with time and everyone can go back to
buddies again. Please do not get discouraged when your mail box gets
filled up quickly because it will
happen.
Stacy
T 7/8 30 yr old paraplegic from rare disease
"People who hate you do not win unless you hate them. Then you destroy
yourself"
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