Been back from Florida for a full week. I think the month long trip was moderately successful. I got to take my mother to a few appointments. Things may not improve greatly but they are stabilized.
Got blood work done. Mom has an under active thyroid. The doctor is concerned about her sodium level and the cholesterol level have not changed. He prescribed a supplement for the thyroid.
Got eyes checked. Cataracts are the same, but with the eye paresis I will not press the issue when it comes to removing them. Her vision is the same and the eye issues continue. Still a problem with dry eye.
Caregiver issue remains. Had to cut hours. Mom is paying $2000 month for care. Some people feel that if it is needed just pay it, but it is not coming out of their pockets. Plus, to go from paying nothing two years ago to paying two grand would be shocking to anybody.
Have to keep pushing the water. I was told that her mood changes when she doesn't drink the water as she should and I notice it. She is more forgetful when she fails to drink.
Brought in her birthday, Christmas and New Years.
Took her to church.
Took her to a couple of functions and out to eat.
I often wonder if Mom is going to be here next year. I think she can if she keeps up with her water. Her cholesterol is not going to change but she doe not need to be dehydrated. She moves around less than I would like but at least she moves. I talk to her at least twice a day to help keep her spirits up.
What's next: Tax forms and personal forms (POA, Advanced Directive and Living Will)
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