annnnnnnnnnddddd....let's go!

hey all:

mom is all checked in and settled into her new room at the rehab center. dad talked with the nurses and he's really happy with the facility, program and staff so far. sounds like they'll be taking the trach out tomorrow and plugging the incision (it'll heal in a couple days). also, by the end of the week they're hoping to get the feeding tube out as well. no more tubes for mom!! just one little iv in the arm.

tomorrow morning at 7:30am sharp the nurses and doctors will be evaluating mom and setting a rehab plan for the week. she'll be in her own clothes and everything....3 hours of therapy per day (in 30 min. sessions). we're definitely not in louisville anymore, folks! no more hospital!!! next tuesday, the team will have a meeting where they will determine, based on working with mom for a week, a long term rehab plan. they should be able to tell us then how long she'll be in rehab and what the goals/plans are. yay for a schedule!! get out your planners finny clan ;)

sounds like the facility is really nice as well. mom shares a room, but has her own closet and bathroom. there are also outdoor courtyards with sidewalks. the nurses said dad can take her out in a wheelchair for a walk outside tomorrow if he wants! fresh air for mom....so great. :) dad will also be receiving training so he can help the nurses get her in/out of bed and such.

all in all, a smooth transition. the docs/nurses say she's ready to go. keep positive thoughts going...she'll be needing them as there's much hard work ahead. keep your chin up mom....we're with you every step of the way. we all know what a fighter you are! you've come so far in the past 4 1/2 weeks....and i know you'll far exceed everyone's expectations as far as recovery. we believe in your strength and love you very much!!

much love,
xoxox
steph