Ma

[jawnbc]

Ma went into hospital again a couple of weeks ago--this time whilst in Pennsylvania. First the first time in over a year they had to put her on a vent (intubation)--largely because she couldn't get enough air into her lungs.

A couple of days ago they put a trach in (which means no intubation and makes weaning from the vent much easier. They did this last time and it worked. As of yesterday she's in a short-term rehab facility.

This time the doctors are saying either she'll get well enough to go home in a short period of time, or she'll have to go into a nursing home for keeps. And I can't think of anything that would gut Ma more than being in a nursing home.

And so I am very, very sad. As soon as we get a sense of the next phase, I'll be heading back East for a visit.

Comments

[melanie.livejournal.com]

my heart goes out to you both. That is a very difficult and painful situation to face. If only the world were set up differently somehow.

[zurcherart.livejournal.com]

Dude. My heartfelt thoughts.

[jamaisneutral.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry, hon. Keeping my fingers crossed for you.

[ptownnyc.livejournal.com]

I know well from experience the changes with our parents in these years are painful to go through. I'm sorry.

[beastbriskett.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear about your mum. I know how disturbing it is to see your parents fading. Please let us know how we can help you.

[paterson-si.livejournal.com]

I am with you, DrE

*hugs*

[jeffbriggs.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear this Jawn. My mom is 75 and her greatest fear is having to go into an assisted care living facility. Knock on wood she is in great shape right now but I still worry.
I wish her and you the best in the next weeks ahead.

[8dreamcatcher8.livejournal.com]

*hugs all the way from France*

[garpu.livejournal.com]

Hugs and good thoughts from the south...

[logisticslad.livejournal.com]

Hugs and good thoughts to you both.

[london1967.livejournal.com]

So sorry to hear that. Fingers crossed.

[aadroma.livejournal.com]

You and your mother are in my thoughts.

[f8n-begorra.livejournal.com]

Blessings to you both

[wrascalism.livejournal.com]

Oh buddy, I'm so sorry. Your mom seems like a fighter to me. BIG HUGS!

B

[bear-left.livejournal.com]

Wishing her & you all my very best...

[lusty-librarian.livejournal.com]

*fingers crossed* and sending love...

[jeneration.livejournal.com]

Sending good thoughts for strength for you all.

[minimac.livejournal.com]

I feel for you both and am keeping ya'll in my thoughts and hoping for the best.

[la-cochina.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry to hear this. I'll light a candle to los santos for you both.

[puzzld1.livejournal.com]

Is she still in PA? Is there anything I can do for you all since I'm local? Just let me know. Do you still have my phone number? Seriously, if I can help at all...