Day 261 - Training the Caregivers

Part of being in rehab is to get ready to go home.  There are weekly meetings every Tuesday to determine when each patient is ready to go home.  There is discussion that Cindy might leave the rehab withing the next week or so, but there is no definite date at this time.

Cindy and crew do not believe she is ready yet.  She doesn't feel safe or strong enough yet.  This is more an insurance decision than anything else.  The doctor is trying to extend her stay.  Any suggestions?

Going home means that Cindy's crew - Rita, Mary and Debbie - need to be trained to care for Cindy.  Today we had a Diabetic Teaching Session.  We heard some good information and Cindy got a new meter for measuring her sugar.

 

Next Monday we are getting Physical and Occupational Training.  We will also be trained by a nutritionist.