Thank you to everyone for your concern, care and prayers. My Grandparents are doing much better already.It got really ugly after I left yesterday and the nursing staff suggested all of the visitors leave (which at that point was my folks, my uncle and his wife) so that they could assist Grandpa better with Grandma. They also put a call into her doctor to explain what was going on and how she was behaving (very aggressive). The doctor increased her anxiety medication and that really seemed to help.
My folks returned after dinner and they said it was a night and day difference. Dad was even able to take Grandpa to the building they moved out of so that he could play some pool. Mom said Grandpa was quite proud of the fact that he beat my dad in 4 out of 5 games. Mom was able to sit and visit with Grandma and watch some Wheel-of-Fortune (Grandma's favorite, she can usually solve the puzzles before the contestants).
Grandpa was also shocked to see how much food they got. All of their meals are now provided whereas they had a full kitchen in their old unit and would eat there a lot when Grandma wasn't up to going to the dining room.
Dad and Mom are feeling much more comfortable with leaving tomorrow knowing that Grandpa and Grandma are in capable hands.
Thank you for your prayers!
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I am so glad that your grandparents are adjusting quickly. I was so touched by your post from yesterday. Brandon's grandparents moved to an assisted living facility from thier condo late last year and I was amazed at how relaxed his grandpa looked in just a few days. I don't think we realized how stressed he was, (he took care of grandma's colostemy stuff and her meds) I think knowing he had someone to help him was a great relief even if he never said it and already they have had situations where having help available has been great! (Oma just fell earlier this week)
What blessings they are to us and it is so good to know they are being cared for 24/7.
DMS
So glad to hear things are better! I'm glad your Grandpa has the load taken off him so now they can enjoy each other!
I was so glad to read that your grandparents had settled in to their new home, and that the meds had helped stabilize your grandmother. Life should be more enjoyable for them now. I am sure that you are all relieved and happy knowing they are being cared for.
What a great answer to prayer. I am so happy things are working out. This will give your Grandpa and the whole family so much peace of mind.
I'm glad that everything is going well now. What an answer to prayer! I hope that they continue to do well and can adjust well to their new surroundings.
I'm so glad everything is working out. It sounds like they are in a really nice place being cared for by wonderful people!
Glad to hear some good news! Still praying for you though.....
I am glad to hear that their new arrangements are going to work out for them. I know this will help everyone in your family. I am glad it is going to workout for them.
Glad they are doing better. btw, I love Calvin and Hobbs.
So nice to read your post today. So glad to see how quickly God answered prayers for your Grandma and Grandpa.He loves them!!Take care,Patty
I'm glad things are better today. I'm sure they will really love it there.
Oh, I am happy to hear they are going better. I am still praying.
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Hope
I'm so happy they're doing better. That's great that your parents will be able to enjoy their vacation and not be worried.
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