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Motherofthree
08-15-2008, 10:18 PM
My gram has been in a nursing/rehab facility since February of this year due to a stroke that has left her right side paralyzed.. She can eat on her own but still can't verbally speak to you. She can't walk either. She knows who I am but can't really say anything but "Hi, How are you?". It just kills me inside.. But anyways.. My Grandma was rushed to the hopsital today.. BP was high, had a fever, and her foot was looking disgusting... Well they think she has a bone infection. In medical words it's called osteomyelitis. Usually caused by a bacteria called Staphylococcus. So long story short, just keep her in your prayers..

Oh! By the way...this is the only Grandmother that I have left and the only one I ever knew.. Her house it being taken away as we speak by medicaid. The only thing she has. The one thing she worked her whole life for. Only in America.

momsangel
08-15-2008, 10:21 PM
:( I'm sorry Dear for everything you're going through
if you need anything let me know
big hugs:)

Cpogie
08-15-2008, 10:43 PM
Allison I will keep your dear gram in my prayers. Gee, I wish your gran could of given someone power of attorney, they could possibly of saved her home. Hugs to you and your family.

Motherofthree
08-15-2008, 11:48 PM
Allison I will keep your dear gram in my prayers. Gee, I wish your gran could of given someone power of attorney, they could possibly of saved her home. Hugs to you and your family.

Carol, my father had POA!! he has been taking "care" of her since this happened. It dosen't matter who has POA. Once she files for medicaid the state will take all of her assets over $1500. The government is taking the house, car, and eveything else!!

Cpogie
08-16-2008, 12:32 AM
Carol, my father had POA!! he has been taking "care" of her since this happened. It dosen't matter who has POA. Once she files for medicaid the state will take all of her assets over $1500. The government is taking the house, car, and eveything else!!

That is so sad. Those who have pay for those who do not, not fair!! Hugs.

Motherofthree
08-16-2008, 02:55 AM
That is so sad. Those who have pay for those who do not, not fair!! Hugs.

I know! I cry all the time.... My gram is "gone"....the least that the government could do is let her grandkids keep the only thing she worked for! THE HOUSE~~ Just venting away......sorry...

MandMnmbr3
08-16-2008, 11:26 AM
Allison... I will keep your Gram in my prayers too! How sad about the house and all of the other belongings.

Hugs,
Mae

asumom
08-16-2008, 11:31 AM
i am so sorry to hear that the gov is taking everything, it isn't fair, I will keep you and everyone including gma in my prayers that all works out.

SSIAnkie
08-16-2008, 01:15 PM
Allison, I am so sorry! A stroke is hard, but taking everything.....that is devastating! My grandma sold her home to my Mom (thankfully) for $1 several years before she became sick. I know it is hard to see the aftermath of the stroke, and to know they are there and just can't speak. My Dad is no longer speaking either, and it is so hard to try to figure out what he wants. He can walk. And sometimes it seems as though he is cognative, and other times it seems his mind is a little fuzzy. Just be there for your Gram. It's all that you can do. And try to remember the good times with her. I like you only had one grandmother, and we had a special relationship. It is hard to see them that way....just remember the way it used to be and all the happy times! It helped me to do that. I will be keeping you, your Gram, and your family in my prayers. Thinking of you and wishing you all the best!

Motherofthree
08-16-2008, 02:00 PM
Thank you all so very much. It means a lot to me and my family. I know you all have different things going on in your life and I just really appreciate you all taking the time out and supporting and praying for my Grams situation. Thank you all.:)

~Still waiting for an update from my Dad.

momsangel
08-16-2008, 04:25 PM
Even though we all have things in our lives,it doesn't take alot to say a prayer for others;)

SSIAnkie
08-16-2008, 07:24 PM
Even though we all have things in our lives,it doesn't take alot to say a prayer for others;)

Oh how true this is..... It only takes a moment! :)

notyard
08-16-2008, 11:42 PM
Praying that your grandmother's health improves.

Motherofthree
08-17-2008, 03:52 PM
~Prayers have been answered!!~

We got the results back from the Bone scan! Well the infection has not spread to the bone!! She is still in the hospital though on really strong antibiotics to kick the infection so that the bone dosen't get infected. Thanks to everyone that prayed!

Cpogie
08-17-2008, 03:58 PM
Thats wonderful news Allison!! Prayers do work. Hope gram is feeling better asap!!

jammom
08-17-2008, 04:09 PM
May she be on the path to feeling better & stay there.She sure is lucky to have you.Hugs & prayers-Deb

momsangel
08-17-2008, 04:23 PM
~Prayers have been answered!!~

We got the results back from the Bone scan! Well the infection has not spread to the bone!! She is still in the hospital though on really strong antibiotics to kick the infection so that the bone dosen't get infected. Thanks to everyone that prayed!


Thats wonderful news- Allison so glad to hear this:) Chin up things will get better

utkd29
08-17-2008, 04:31 PM
Allison I said a prayer for your family and your gram. I hope everything is ok with her.

Jess0587
08-17-2008, 07:43 PM
Allison....I will keep your grandmother in my prayers that things start looking up for her soon. I hate to hear she is losing her home, on top of being that sick. I'm here for you :o {{{Hugs}}}

AzuAngel
08-17-2008, 08:01 PM
I will continue to pray for ur grandma... I hope she can get out of the hospital soon :)

mom2fussbudgets
08-17-2008, 09:06 PM
Glad to hear she's on the mend! My thoughts are with you and your family, girl!

bunny
08-18-2008, 09:55 AM
so sorry to hear the news glad she is feeling better. my prayers go out to all of you.

LadyPyro
08-18-2008, 02:36 PM
You, Gram, family, caregivers: all in my prayers. Government just doesn't make sense sometimes....

SSIAnkie
08-18-2008, 07:11 PM
Allison, I hope your Gram is feeling better today! Praying for you all!

Motherofthree
08-24-2008, 12:54 PM
my gram just had another stroke. she is on life support again. we will be pulling the plug here in the next couple of days please pray that i can keep it together. i have never buried a loved one.... god help me. she is ready to meet god

Cpogie
08-24-2008, 12:57 PM
my gram just had another stroke. she is on life support again. we will be pulling the plug here in the next couple of days please pray that i can keep it together. i have never buried a loved one.... god help me. she is ready to meet god

Oh Allison, I know how hard this is, not only for you but your whole family. Prayers and hugs for you all.

utkd29
08-24-2008, 12:57 PM
my gram just had another stroke. she is on life support again. we will be pulling the plug here in the next couple of days please pray that i can keep it together. i have never buried a loved one.... god help me. she is ready to meet god

Oh Allison, I am so sorry. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Loosing a loved one is never easy. :(

GeorgiaMom
08-24-2008, 01:09 PM
I'm so sorry, Allison. I'll be praying for you and your family as well.

momsangel
08-24-2008, 02:09 PM
Very sorry,Allison....You all are in my thoughts & prayers

Jess0587
08-24-2008, 02:13 PM
my gram just had another stroke. she is on life support again. we will be pulling the plug here in the next couple of days please pray that i can keep it together. i have never buried a loved one.... god help me. she is ready to meet god

:( I'm sorry Allison. I am praying for you and the family.

MandMnmbr3
08-25-2008, 04:32 AM
Allison, you and your whole family are in my prayers during this difficult time. I know how you are feeling hon, I went through this 5 years ago with my Mom. It's NEVER easy to let go.

Hugs,
Mae

Motherofthree
09-01-2008, 02:37 PM
Thank you guys for all the prayers. This is very hard to talk about.

Well, I was misinformed. Grandma was never on life support again.. She has been breathing on her own since the second stroke. Which was about a week ago but she is not all "there" if you know what I mean. Well yesterday hospice stepped in and is now giving her morphine. She is unresponsive, stares into space, and is just laying in her bed at the nursing home. My family from Florida will be flying here and will get here tonight. This looks like it's finally time and I am ready for her to be happy and in no more pain. It was so sad, yesterday my Father was pulling all of her pictures and cards of the wall in her little room and showing them to her...My father dosn't want me to be there when she passes..I do not know what to do. The kids start school on Thursday. Tomorrow will be her 88th birthday.

Just wanted to update you all..

Cpogie
09-01-2008, 03:13 PM
I'm so sorry Allison. Your dad is probably trying to spare you what your grandma is going through, Sometimes it is better to remember our dear ones they way you remember them best and not in a hospital bed. Prayers for your grandmother, your family and you dear. Hugs.

twowhit
09-02-2008, 12:58 AM
I think Carol is right, your dad probably thinks it would be easier on you to not be there. But it might give you some peace to be there as she passes into a better life. Just do whatever feels right to you... we all have different needs at a time like this. Hugs & prayers.
pj

heges girl
09-02-2008, 01:55 PM
so sorry to hear about Gram. she is in my daily prayers

utkd29
09-02-2008, 01:59 PM
Allison I am still praying for you and your family.

Motherofthree
09-02-2008, 04:50 PM
Thank you...each and everyone of you ladies for the prayers.. Honestly, It means a lot.

Well, just talked to Dad and it looks like things are slowly degressing...umm..so just pray for a fast passing..

SSIAnkie
09-03-2008, 07:36 PM
Allison, I am so sorry to hear about your Gram. It is so hard to watch the ones you love just slip away from you. Hopefully the day will come really soon that she will have no pain. Sending big hugs your way! ~Kim

Motherofthree
09-08-2008, 03:24 PM
Just wanted to let ya'll know that Gram has passed...She passed an hour after I left from visiting her today.:(

utkd29
09-08-2008, 03:25 PM
Just wanted to let ya'll know that Gram has passed...She passed an hour after I left from visiting her.:(

I am so sorry to hear that. You are in my prayers darling.:(

giraf98
09-08-2008, 03:28 PM
You and your family are still in my prayers! :(

Cpogie
09-08-2008, 04:13 PM
Allison, I am so sorry, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

2550
09-08-2008, 04:22 PM
Sorry to hear that. Please know that she is at peace in a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

imalittletoenail
09-08-2008, 07:52 PM
Allison, just wanted you to know i am thinking of you and praying for you!!!

twowhit
09-08-2008, 08:01 PM
Heartfelt sympathy to you & your family. Cherish all the memories of the good times with Gram, & remember that she's now at peace.

lizmolik
09-08-2008, 08:32 PM
Just wanted to let ya'll know that Gram has passed...She passed an hour after I left from visiting her today.:(

(HUGS) I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family Allison! If you need me I am here for you! :)

cooking4
09-08-2008, 09:02 PM
Allison, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Find comfort in your memories with her and knowing that she is in a better place.

momsangel
09-10-2008, 07:38 PM
Allison

Dear you are truely in my thoughts right now, I know you are sad and hurting however;keep in mind many people are here to help you through this just reach out to anyone if you need anything........


Big Hugs
We Love Ya

Cpogie
09-12-2008, 05:45 PM
Allison, I have been thinking about you. Just want you to know you and your family are in my prayers. Hugs.

Motherofthree
09-13-2008, 03:11 PM
Thank you all soooo very much! You are all truly so kind and sweet...

The funeral was yesterday and the wake was Thursday..She was burried beside her husband. (my grandpa which I never got to meet, he died when my father was 18 years old so my gram was a widow for 37 years) When they closed the casket yesterday I had to be held up and given smelling salt because I was swaying back and forth..I remember yelling "Grandma, Grandma" and then having people sit me down on to the chair. I was hysterical..I couldn't believe how emotional I was...I can't explain it....Thanks for letting me ramble on...pheww! Anywho...You all mean a lot to me..

Ginnycakes
09-14-2008, 09:24 PM
Sorry about your grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you also.

Ginny