1yr; Day 577 – our job is to keep moving
Hi Everyone, Our day was pretty good. Corey had her moments but she had a good session with Diane (ST), Jen (PT) and Alice (OT). Diane worked on analogies and was surprised by Corey’s accuracy in answering questions she could not answer before. Jen and Corey walked 20...
1yr; Day 576 – insurance policies and networking
Hi Everyone, The Hand Bell Concert was beautiful! We would like to thank Avondale Presbyterian for including Corey as one of the beneficiaries of this event. The proceeds will help us purchase supplies for Corey’s weekly Cooking therapy. We love to donate her dinners...
1yr; Day 573 – short term memory and anxiety
Hi Everyone, We are in a new phase of recovery in our house. Corey’s short term memory appears to be getting worse and her impulsivity is increasing. She is trying to cope with her frustration and it’s often manifested in reactions of anger. Her separation anxiety is...
1yr; Day 571 – the child teaches the parent
Hi Everyone, Corey had a good day, however she’s still complaining of headaches. Dr. Brown ordered blood work and another CT scan which we have scheduled for tomorrow. Today’s therapy sessions went well. Diane is amazed with Corey’s progress. Today they worked on...
1yr; Day 570 – the more I learn the less I know
Good Morning Everyone, For those of you who are parents, you will definitely understand the following scenario. Remember when you had your first child? You might have had some babysitting experience but never a 24/7 shift. The baby cries and you check the standard 3...
1yr; Day 568 – the caregivers struggle
Hi Everyone, It’s been a long weekend. Corey has not been herself since last Friday. She has been complaining of headaches and that her eyes hurt. She’s been lethargic for the better part of the weekend as well. I’m keeping a close watch on her. It could be the...
1yr; Day 565 – Advocates boxing gloves
Hi Everyone The following is a brief overview that represents the motivation behind why we must work with the Senate and Congress to fight for legislative changes that hopefully affect Insurance coverage. Yesterday I shared that not only were we being discharged from...
1yr; Day 564 – Corey’s Story
Hi Everyone, We continue to face many challenges but received a few amazing gifts today that reminds us perspective is everything! Today was actually a very difficult day as we continue to fight for therapy coverage. Now we are not only trying to find another agency,...
1yr; Day 593 – Resilience; a process or a trait?
Hi Everyone, Today was a good day for the Beattie woman. Caitlin and I headed to North Jersey to attend the BIA-NJ annual Conference and Corey worked hard at Bryn Mawr. I called to check in every 45 mins during the day and each time the staff shared she was asking for...
1yr; Day 563 – I am your GOD
Hi Everyone, We had no nurse today and all therapies were scheduled for the afternoon. Corey and I had a nice quiet morning. I love the mornings as she is usually bright and very chatty. Corey usually initiates the conversations depending on what she’s thinking or if...