Never made it home today with all the snow. Not that I am complaining, this place is becoming like home! The people are really nice, I love being with Ian and the food mostly comes from home. Chris and Tessa came at about 2:00 and we all spent time together playing scrabble and Blokus. Chris beat Ian by 4 points in scrabble, it has been a long time since Dad beat Ian but considering everything, Ian did awesome. (Thanks Mr. Biegun)
Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy were all in again evaluating him and comparing their notes to Saturday when they all saw him. Improvements all around. By the time they got their act together and recommended that Ian go to inpatient rehab for a few days it was too late to get insurance approval. So, assuming that gets approved, he will move into inpatient rehab tomorrow and MAYBE go home by this weekend.
The short term memory is the biggest issue but we have figured out that if we ask him to pay attention to something like names of his therapists, he remembers them otherwise he does not. It is more work than it used to be. He went on several walks today around the "block" and got better as the day went on. Right now I am watching him and he is listening to his IPOD and texting some friends. Can't do that for long but it is nice to see some normalcy. We have tried really hard to stimulate his brain and not let him veg in front of the TV. It has been a lot of talking, playing games, puzzle, writing in his journal, etc.
Keep the prayers going, they are working and we are more grateful everyday. We see others that have not done as well. This has changed all of us forever!
Sending you light and love all the time ~ continued prayers for everyone too.
ReplyDeleteIt still amazes me how everything can change in the blink of an eye. Thinking of you all and sending lots of love!
ReplyDeletePuran and Chris, it is wonderful to read about Ian's progress! Jason is happy to know that Ian is getting better--they know each other from jazz band. Prayers and good thoughts continue!
ReplyDeleteI will echo you in saying GOD IS GOOD!!!
I am happy to hear that he is making such wonderful progress! Much love to you and yours. You guys are a daily inspiration. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for continuing to post Ian's daily progress, we are happy to learn of each and every positve momemnt for Ian. Your positive attitude and deidcation is inspiring to all. The brain has a way of repairing itself in ways that even medical science can't explain. The games, puzzles,and love and support that you are providing for Ian will do wonders towards his recovery. We are continuing our prayers and think of you guys each and every day. Please let us know if you need anything, we are always here for you. God bless and may Ian's complete recovery be a speedy one. Miracles do happen. Believe.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, this is Chris. We believe and God has already given us more than one Miracle. We just need them to keep coming! My prayer is for Ian to see this as a detour or speed bump and to stay positive. The support of his friends will be key to his outlook on this.
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