Re: [QUAD-L] bowel mgmt

Yes, that is the name of the procedure. The chait (c-tube) is the device that is connected to my large intestine. The only thing is I haven't started using the enema with it yet. Would Medicare or Medicaid pay for it I wonder since I have something connected to me that would require it.

Re: [QUAD-L] new to this

Hi Rob, I moved out on my own from rehab about 4 years ago. I was 28 when I did it, but the first thing I did was try to locate accessible housing, I contacted HUD so I could get assistance, and I also contacted those here that control the WAIVER program. That covers attendant care to get

Re: [QUAD-L] I'm back

Welcome back with us Houston, I hope things are going better with you. Stacy

[QUAD-L] Question about Pressure Sore Starting.

Time, for a green can of Udder Balm W In a message dated 8/13/05 3:46:16 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi Gang ! I'm starting to get a red spot up near my tailbone area...I have not had a sore since intensive care 8 years ago when 1st injured. I know to do more PRESSURE RELIEVES but

Re: [QUAD-L] new to this

Hey Rob and Welcome, You need to contact an Independent Living service in your area to help you get things going. I was in a nursing home for 2 1/2 years before I got out on my own. I could've done it quicker if I started earlier, You're already on the right track just by wanting to so good

Re: [QUAD-L] It's 100 here in New Jersey out my window!

I've beenin the hottest spot in the country this week with 100 degree days for a week. I've had enough. Mark ---Original Message--- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 08/13/05 15:54:36 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] It's 100 here in New Jersey out my

Re: [QUAD-L] I'm back

Welcome Back Houston! Good tosee you posting. Mark ---Original Message--- From: Houston809 Date: 08/12/05 18:51:13 To: quadlist Subject: [QUAD-L] I'm back Had been going thru some things l8ly. But things coming back 2gether. :) I just deleted all the emails I had over 2500 :(

Re: [QUAD-L] (no subject)

The word is that she's going to DC if she gets no answer. Mark ---Original Message--- From: David K. Kelmer Date: 08/12/05 18:41:02 To: River Wolfe; quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] (no subject) Hi River, I do have a friend that took a trip down there. They left a

Re: [QUAD-L] It's 100 here in New Jersey out my window!

Milwaukee's friggin cold. Only in the 60's [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What are the temps out your window now? Just courious. Bobbie No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.8/71 - Release Date: 8/12/2005

Re: [QUAD-L] Those that have Dogs.

My Irish Setter is a pretty squirly breed, and I'm not really into training his idiot brain. We can't leave the room if bread is sitting out. He's out the doggie door with it in 10 seconds if we do. He loves going for walks but because I just let him run full out while tied to my scooter, no one

[QUAD-L] BEWARE - Those that have Dogs and Prednisone

I'm adding another note to be aware of. We've had my Golden 3.5 yrs. The trash can be overflowing (even when she was only 1-2 yrs old) and she won't get into it OR anything. Never trained her ... she wasn't/isn't interested. She was beyond the chewing stage too when we got her. A month ago

Re: [QUAD-L] question for parents

Right! Right! Right! Kids these days are spoiled rotten and nag so they wear the parents down and get what they want!!I have had sooo many attendants that give their kids cell phones, cars etc but cannot pay the bills! I have an attendant right now that could not wait to get cable so she

[QUAD-L] Alone at night

I recall reading that some of you guys are home alone at night while in bed. After last night, I know I could never feel safe dioing that. I started an antibotic and last night and it made me sick. Plus all those nights I wakeup sweating cause my cath is twisted shut or something. I would

[QUAD-L] Home Care

What does it take to qualify to get insurance to cover home care from an agency? I know all insurances are different, but how about Medicare? My insurance covers home care for nursing needs, but not just to get dressed and into a wheelchair. But I wonder if they come out to cath or

Re: [QUAD-L] Alone at night

AMEN.i could not either!Greg [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I recall reading that some of you guys are home alone at night while in bed. After last night, I know I could never feel safe dioing that. I started an antibotic and last night and it made me sick. Plus all those nights I wakeup

Re: [QUAD-L] Home Care

Greg, Where do you live? Ask your doctor about in home care. He might have a list ofageny's where you live. Medicare will cover you in home care, but I have to know what state you live in. Wheelchair WarriorGreg [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What does it take to qualify to get insurance to cover

Re: [QUAD-L] Home Care

In a message dated 8/14/2005 8:06:17 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] my Mine only out to do bloodwork and about sores to look at, but not care for. I normally go to the wound care Center, because the regular nurse don't seem to know that much, sometimes applies dressing..

Re: [QUAD-L] Home Care

Hi Mark, butHas it been two years for you after your disability?Have you applied for Medicaid? It takes that long to qualify for Medicare. If you have insurance, it is generally primary, depending on if you are the subscriber or somebody else or you still work . For instance my stepmom is