tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post3880913832576866246..comments2023-03-24T04:02:17.469-06:00Comments on I am my mother's keeper - A job I cherish!: 30- You might be a caregiver.....healthcare hostageshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287109617200568023noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-20846650431971602412013-07-31T23:38:10.882-06:002013-07-31T23:38:10.882-06:00Bless you Kathy! I agree, it's not easy being...Bless you Kathy! I agree, it's not easy being a caregiver for an aging parent. I also agree that it can be a rewarding experience also.<br /><br />I was just as proud of mom when she took her first steps after working so hard in rehab as I am sure she was of me, when I took mine!<br /><br />Thanks for your comment. I'm glad you stopped by!healthcare hostageshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08287109617200568023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-80233452109931858592013-07-31T21:51:28.610-06:002013-07-31T21:51:28.610-06:00I was caregiver for each of my parents until their...I was caregiver for each of my parents until their deaths. It wasn't always easy, but I was glad to do it and be there for each of them as I know they would have been for me if things had been reversed. <br /><br />Kathy<br />http://gigglingtruckerswife.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11564863484894692249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-44269002968364466422013-07-31T01:27:12.030-06:002013-07-31T01:27:12.030-06:00Kind of like the old joke: What do they call docto...Kind of like the old joke: What do they call doctors who graduate in the bottom half of their class? DOCTORS!<br /><br />If I didn't laugh once in a while, I would cry all the time!<br /><br />Thanks so much for your kind words!<br />I appreciate you taking the time to read AND comment!healthcare hostageshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08287109617200568023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-82699588474048953652013-07-31T01:16:26.448-06:002013-07-31T01:16:26.448-06:00Once again, I am impressed and amused by how well ...Once again, I am impressed and amused by how well you're keeping your sense of humor in the face of such insane travails. I've heard that doctors practice, but you would think that after so much practice, they might actually get one diagnosis right! It seems you've been exposed to a lot of slow learners! Hang in there!!! You are amazing, and don't ever forget that!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14688662981615819361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-34880896342140750352013-07-30T23:40:37.548-06:002013-07-30T23:40:37.548-06:00Thank you Annett! I'm glad you enjoyed it.Thank you Annett! I'm glad you enjoyed it.healthcare hostageshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08287109617200568023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-71393999559341829682013-07-30T23:26:03.581-06:002013-07-30T23:26:03.581-06:00Thank you very much.
It's not just medicare t...Thank you very much.<br /><br />It's not just medicare that needs fixed, unfortunately. I truly believe attitudes have to change also.<br /><br />Not only should doctors listen to their patients and treat with them with respect, consumers (patients) should DEMAND it!<br />healthcare hostageshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08287109617200568023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-63785347813170872182013-07-30T23:21:41.461-06:002013-07-30T23:21:41.461-06:00Wendy,
I'm glad you enjoyed this post. I am ...Wendy,<br /><br />I'm glad you enjoyed this post. I am sorry you are able to relate to it so very personally. It's very challenging to be a caregiver for a loved one, it's also very rewarding.<br /><br />I'm glad you have been given more time with your mom and that she is doing well.<br /><br />I agree, LTI is extremely important. Unfortunately, due to my mothers long history of RA she was turned down over and over. Too bad she didn't know when she was 25 that by the time she was 28 she would be dealing with such a terrible affliction! It definitely IS financially challenging without it!<br /><br />I would love your thoughts on my earlier posts!<br /><br />Thank you for sharing your own experience. It really does make a difference when you realize you are "not the only one"!<br /><br />I really appreciate your comments!healthcare hostageshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08287109617200568023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-75465249618465122072013-07-30T23:17:01.545-06:002013-07-30T23:17:01.545-06:00I read the whole thing and I am not a care giver y...I read the whole thing and I am not a care giver yet. I appreciated the humor you weaved into this post. It made it enjoyable for me to read. Thank you so much for sharing.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17697155902371350453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-3015873335407313812013-07-30T23:16:34.391-06:002013-07-30T23:16:34.391-06:00Yep, you're a caregiver, all right! And you&#...Yep, you're a caregiver, all right! And you're doing a great job, my dear.JMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03232189191058395798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-63045751002681523232013-07-30T23:15:04.290-06:002013-07-30T23:15:04.290-06:00Yep, you're a caregiver, all right! And a ver...Yep, you're a caregiver, all right! And a very good one, too! You're doing a great job, my dear.JMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03232189191058395798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-51650820907516954842013-07-30T23:10:47.715-06:002013-07-30T23:10:47.715-06:00I think you did an excellent job these last 30 day...I think you did an excellent job these last 30 days. I know Medicare needs to be fixed to help people do well, not worse! Thank you for sharing your story with us. Thank you for all you do! Love you mucho!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3367313881309638457.post-50535519816285399982013-07-30T23:07:54.282-06:002013-07-30T23:07:54.282-06:00OMG...I am a Care Giver for my Mom and I can so re...OMG...I am a Care Giver for my Mom and I can so relate. My life has completely changed and wow...so much to do. Like you say, bills, medicare, doctors, scheduling special transportation, shopping for supplies and food, changing clothes bedlinens, washing/drying/cooking etc. etc. Early this year, she was tubed fed and totally bedridden. It was a 24/7 duty. She had a stroke and has blood pockets on her brain. She was knocking on heavens door and the Doctors to give her much time. However, she is a miracle and has done so well that Hospice can no longer take care of her because she has improved so much. She's eating, swallowing, talking, moving, even getting out of bed now. It's been such an amazing experience. Nobody really knows what care giving entails until it happens. I never did prior to her illness. But it's so amazing how many people I have talked to and met, that they have taken care of either one parent or both. One thing baby boomers should ensure is that their parents have long term insurance that includes this type of care. They will be so thankful if their parent(s) ever needs support and care. It can be financially challenging if not. Thanks for sharing and thanks for allowing me to share.<br /><br />I am a fellow UBC...so nice to meet you. Come visit me some time.<br /><br />Wendy Baudín<br />Self-Love Sherpa <br />http://wendy643.wordpress.com/<br />www.wendybaudin.com Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com