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Like Corie, I too have a Permobil that sits way too high and can't be lowered.
But I've found that I JUST fit under restaurant tables. And I mean JUST. I just
have to make sure my chair is not tilted AT ALL (which is a pain cuz the tilting
back, if only a little, is 100% more comfortable). I can still use the recline but it's not
like the tilt as far as comfort.
So restaurants I'm ok at. But if I go to another's home to eat (indoor or out)
I take my lap tray and eat off it for comfort.
Lori Michaelson
Age - 41
C4/5 complete quad, 26 years post
Tucson, AZ
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Date: 10/21/05 22:33:34
Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] fitting under tables
I also have a Permobile and cannot fit under tables at restaurants. My knees hit the table, so I only miss clearing it about an inch or two. I wish I could lower the chair to fit under it since it's so close, but even with the foot rests in, I don't fit. It doesn't keep me from going to restaurants, but it is a little uncomfortable sticking out from the table. I take my lap desk that I use at home to eat with and that's what I eat on. Of course people stare a little bit, but it's mostly out of curiosity and they usually get over it pretty quickly.
Corie
c5 inc., 12 yrs. post
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Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2005 3:37 PM
Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Caregivers
Hi Paul ,
Especially with a tall powered wheelchair, and I only have to deal with being 5 6, I can imagine being 6 4. My Permobile is very tall with three motors for elevator, tilt and recline. I have my desk made the right height because my previous old E. and J. was to, because I ordered it that way to fit my desk. They have some really cool desk out there that go up and down. I know of no solution.
Dana (C4-5, 31 years post, 52, KC)
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I am 6 ft tall and with my powerchair and 4" cushion, I can not get under any table in a restaurant.
Has anyone solved this issue?
Thanks,
Paul c5/6
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Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2005 3:10 PM
Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Caregivers
I have had 44 caregivers in 23 months.
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Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2005 2:33 PM
Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Caregivers
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This is an ongoing problem for a majority of us. My aide called an hour
before coming on Wednesday saying she couldn't come as her
hubby was in the hospital.
And now she can't make it tomorrow either but I'm having another
lady come in. I haven't had my hair washed since Monday!
THIS IS PRIVATE PAY. THE WORK ETHIC STINKS ANYMORE!
I COULD NOT IMAGINE SUCH A LAIZZE FARE (Wrong spelling) attitude
knowing people are depending on you for IMPORTANT issues!
I'm so sick of it!
Lori Michaelson
Age - 41
C4/5 complete quad, 26 years post
Tucson, AZ
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Date: 10/19/05 21:25:22
Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Caregivers
I'd be happy if I could get people to show up for now. Today the lady that was supposed to work waited until 50 mins before she was supposed to be there to call and say she wasn't coming. I couldn't reach anyone else so he had to lay until 230 pm when they guy ( who is a college student) came in to work the evening shift with him. I did reset my alarm for 1pm and got up and fed him, he is on a gtube. I work 3rd shift so it is important these caregivers show up on time. I had 2 girls to quit last week without giving a 2 week notice. What is wrong with the work ethic today? do any of you have these problems?
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [email protected]Sent: Sun, 16 Oct 2005 09:17:28 EDT Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Caregivers
Start with medical students in your area.
Nursing students are just as good in providing you services
Try EMTs, who are not on the clock.
Check with the independent living centers for additional help.
Try the church community in your area. It really doesn't matter
the belief, just the belief to assist your fellow in need.
Best Wishes
W
In a message dated 10/15/05 6:10:36 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<< I'm not having luck trying to find help for the week after Christmas. My
helper is going on vacation. I only need someone for an hour in the mornings to
get me up for a week. The services can't find anyone willing to do it. I was
willing to pay the $25 hr, but now I might have to pay for 3 hours every
morning, just to get me up.
I wish there was a service that could match up quads that lived by eachother.
So if their helps were interested in making a few extra bucks, they could run
over to help another quad. For emergencies and vacations. It sure would be
helpful
Greg >>
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