You may remember that about a year ago, sitting on his bed for that amount of time was a victory. His wheelchair use at that time was also rare. He now stays most of every day in his motorized chair and you can often find him kicked back in the recline position, taking a little snooze almost anywhere in the halls or outside:)
We are two steps forward a half a step back in getting independent in the van we bought. We have enjoyed going out to church several times, eating out (in the van) and taking drives. We still needed help getting him up the ramp that pulls out of the van. Recently, Sam Slayden installed a winch system in the van, which pulls the wheelchair up, requiring less muscle power. (I have none!)The goal is to be able to go out by ourselves and broaden our travels around town! Currently the van, we call her old Bessie because she creaks around, has a broken ramp/door and must go back to MC Mobility this week for repair.
I continue to research where Steve can go when he leaves Rosedale. There have been a few disappointments and a possibility. One facility we liked can't take him as long as he needs two people and a transfer board to be moved from chair to bed, etc. The other facility we thought was the one told me that he must be able to feed himself....even if I live with him. State of Kentucky laws. Even in the midst of all the calls and visits I make, I know God will lead us to an answer, just as He did when we found Rosedale..
I've recovered from my fall in March:) Next on my agenda is surgery on my toe that didn't heal correctly during last June's surgery for all toes on my left foot. That's scheduled for this Friday, May 20th. Ugh.
Your support and prayers are crucial as we stay the course. There are quite a few hours of discouragement, more for me than Steve it seems. He continues to amaze me and many others with faith that is bearing fruit of peace, patience and perseverance.
Thanks so much!
Nancy and Steve
