Laura, I am so sorry to hear about needing long-term care. Did the doc’s say why this happened or what is causing the decline? I am assuming you will have the computer and will be able to keep in close touch with us. Are you familiar with where you are going? Please keep in constant touch with us – we care. Janice
From: Laura Beaudin Sent: Wednesday, March 16, 2011 11:54 AM To: [email protected] ; [email protected] ; Transverse Mylitis Group ; [email protected] Subject: [TMIC] an update now that my dictation software is working properly on a laptop with Internet action, I can finally let you guys know what's going on. Sometime in January, I noticed that transfers and rolling around in bed getting difficult. I didn't pay any attention to it since it is normal for things to get difficult, that easier, is difficult to get. It seems to mean the end and flow of people with these kinds of diseases. When I went to see my neurologist for a follow-up appointment I was able to tell that I have been doing much better but for this particular day I felt kind of bad. I chalked it up to just having an off day. Two days later, I found no longer able to mobilize in bed or transferred to my chair using transfer board method. Needless to say, when home care came, I was too difficult to assist so an ambulance was called and was transported to the hospital on February 12. I've been here since under assessment and it was decided last week (and also became my own conclusion) that I be placed in long-term care. The girls will be going to stay with her dad, which I now think works well, since my time with them will be a better quality. His apartment is wheelchair accessible so visiting should not be an issue. My ex also intends on bringing them to me at regular intervals. Laura Lifeportunities: transform your home-based life into freedom. Visit the Practical Homeschooling blog!
