There's a caregiver forum at www.sciwire.com Reeve Foundation and United Spinal have services for caregivers/families On Feb 22, 2013, at 11:05 AM, Dave Krehbiel wrote:
> I was injured at the beach about five years ago, just before my 50th > birthday. I am now a C4/C5 quad who is now living at home with the > combination of insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and care by my family. > > My accident was a life changing experience for me and for my family, > especially for my wife. > > She has tried to find someone to talk to about her issues, but there are > precious few people who understand what it is like to be a quadriplegic or to > care for a quadriplegic. For example, since I have control of my shoulder > muscles and biceps, people see my arms moving and don't understand the > severity of my injury. > > Are there any family caregivers (preferably spouses) out there who would be > available to have a chat by phone with my wife? > > Thanks, > > Dave Krehbiel > (301) 924-4530
