Catch-up on some medical stuff

Over the past several weeks, Raj has made progress using the C-PAP to treat sleep apnea, back on the inhaler to help with coughing, and getting much more lucid during the day. He took over his own med management at Sunrise, and has been asking questions about his conditions. But he has some symptoms that are new/worsening: ankle swelling, elevated blood pressure/heart rate, blood thickening, aggression, lying and paranoia.

Emergency Admission (again)

Took Raj from Sunrise to St. Alexius ER last night, due to elevated temp/pulse & pain in his shoulder near the new pacemaker. He was admitted (3rd stay for July! Wonder if they give volume discounts?), and they're running various tests to determine the cause of this infection.

Hospital, another time

Released Friday, we had to call an ambulance when he fell yesterday. Nobody saw the fall, but he was bleeding from his nose and disoriented. Again he was admitted, thank goodness, mainly for his safety. I've made contact with an organization that helps with living/care arrangements for seniors, but they've agreed to help me locate something for Raj.

Hospital, again

Took Raj to his PCP today, who had him admitted to the hospital; At least the doctor now agrees that coughing to pass out 10-20 times a day is no way to live! Ruth and I have been doing our best to break his fall each time he goes down, but it's mentally and physically exhausting, freaks people out when we're in public, and he doesn't even seem to care. His mental and physical health is failing, and I can't seem to locate sufficient help. At least while he's an inpatient, I'm not on duty.

Assisted Living

Does anyone have experience with assisted care living for loved ones? For me to go back to work, I need to have Raj somewhere safe. Nursing homes, in-home care, group homes, . . . I don't know where to start. I'd appreciate any referrals and/or advice.

Social Security Disability

Besides our private insurance LTD claim, I have to file a claim for Social Security Disability. Can anyone offer advice or support on this? How about an attorney specializing in this?

Prayer Requests

Please pray for the kids and me.