My Mum is back in Hospital.

[Cherie]

I have just come back from Mum's. She has gone off to hospital in the Ambulance just now. :(
I am quite worried this time, she looked so pale. I think with all her symptoms of late, she has Pneumonia. I know I am not a Dr. I just think it is. For the first time she looked so old and frail.

[Di Nana]

Aww Cherie :hug: hope she is OK poor thing and you God we never stop worrying do we If not our kids it's our ageing parents

[redrobyn]

Hope she's all right Cherie I'm going through a similar thing with my mum mentioned to her about going into care I know it's not easy but try not to worry she's in good hands.
Let us know how she's getting on.

[jenr]

Hope she is ok Cherie:hug:
Its hard not to worry are you going up to the hospital?

[Cackle]

(((Hugs)))Cherie and I'm thinking of you and your Mum. It's scary when you realise they are getting old.

[Cherie]

Yes it is very hard not to worry. No Jen not at the moment, there is nothing I can do as yet.
I just had a call, they have diverted her from her hosp of choice where they have all her records, and have her just locally now. She will be upset on top of this as she likes her fav hosp as she knows all the staff..:uhno: I know but she is 89..They get pannicky.

[Mad Old Cow]

Big :hug: Cherie to you & mum, i know you have been really worried about her & you know she is in the best hands, not that that will stop you worrying :comfort:

[jenr]

Yes Cherie she will not be happy they do panic I hope she settles:(

[Mrs B]

:hug::hug:Cherie hope she will be ok ..
I know its hard not to worry ..Thinking of you

[Melinda]

she will be in safe hands Cherie...

[Binx]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm77/elliotdotvictoria/bfa72a56.gif - I hope she's on the mend soon C.

[Cherie]

Thanks girls,
I have just gotten off the phone. I rang emergency to see what they thought, and they put her on phone.
She was talking clearer,still having trouble, but said it is the Pacemaker playing up. She said she was ok and was being looked after very well. Told me to relax and stop worrying.
So now I am a bit more at ease.

[Di Nana]

Now that's reassuring Cherie, so hopefully you will get a good night sleep :comfort:

[Heather]

Hope you both had a good night.

[jenr]

Thats good Cherie how is she this morning?

[sandydee]

Just found this thread Cherie:yes: sorry to hear this ..hope all is well and I wish your Mum a speedy recovery :comfort::hug: its very hard for them at that age ...they get soo anxious so can understand how she is stressing about the hospital situation.

[Cherie]

I will ring in about 8.30am Jen, They have my number in case of emergency.
Thats right .She seemed ok with it all last night Sandy.
My night was ok H, Am up early this morning doing housework before going out..so much on the go today.

[Leilani]

Cherie , I hope your Mum is doing better today, old age is a bitch hey ? and when you see your parents failing it is heart breaking I know
Chin up !!

[lucyloo]

:hug: Cherie, to you and mum. I hope she is okay.

[Perfectly Precious]

:hug: it's awful to see someone looking fragile

[Cherie]

I just spoke to mum a few minutes ago, she sounded ok. Apparantly she has Pneumonia..They are waiting on an ambulance now to take her to the other hospital. I told her I will be in tomorrow as they will be mucking about with her for a while with the move.:) So I am a bit more at ease now.

[lucyloo]

At least she is in the right place, and Mum will be happy transferring to her fav hospital. :)

I hope she starts improving real soon Cherie.

[Cherie]

Me too Lucy. She is a strong minded woman, and it will take a lot to bring her down..She is a fighter thats for sure. As was her parents who lived for 96 and 94 yrs. She did sound heaps better this afternoon, so much so that it's hard to imagine why I was so worried.:blink:

[lucyloo]

Pnemonia can be scary, especially in the elderly.

they like to give us a scare :hehe: keeps us on our toes.

[sandydee]

glad to hear your Mum is sounding better Cherie....wishing a speedy recovery..glad she is going to fav hospital..will make a difference for her:)

[Stormy]

Only just saw this now and I'm surprised she's not at her usual hospital of choice. They might surprise you and have an expedited transfer. Yes I know, pigs might fly too. :hehe:

Glad to hear they are looking after her well though. :)

[Jules]

:hug: Cherie, sorry to hear your Mum is unwell and has gone into hosiptal, what a worrying time for you! I am pleased to hear that she seems better today though and hopefully she is well on the way to recovery now :comfort:

[lizbeth]

Cherie just caught up with this thread.. Hope mum is on the mend..
Take care..:comfort:

[jenr]

Glad she is on the mend Cherie:comfort:

[lucyloo]

Hope today is a better day for her, and hope that she is nice and settled :)

[Cherie]

Called in to see mum in hosp this morning. She was sleeping when I got there so went downstairs and had a coffee, then went back up. She was waking as we walked in. Doesn't look the best. Has been diagnosed with Pneumonia as I thought. We didn't get to stay long though as she was going down for more xrays. My sis will go in this afternoon.

[redrobyn]

Hope she's alright Cherie my mums had that a few times she has a lung disease so can't afford to get sick again it's a worry that's for sure big hugs to you and your mum.

[Heather]

Always a worry Cherie.

[old woman]

Huge hugs to you & your Mum Cherie :hug: How has she been since yesterday?

[lucyloo]

Has your mum improved today Cherie?

[Cherie]

Spoke to mum today. She sounds much better, says she has a bad time of a night, but picks up during the day.

[Mad Old Cow]

Thats to be expected Cherie, i think with any illness it gets worse of a night.
Is she in her fav hospital yet?

[Cherie]

Yes Di, She is well and truely settled in there now.:D Only problem is all the girls she knows are on the floor below.:( I told her she will have to make friends on this ward now.haha

[redrobyn]

Glad she's o.k. Cherie my mum was the same in rehab knew everyone even all the patients they were actually sorry to see her go..in a good way.

[Heather]

She is getting good care and hopefully will be settlling into the Aged Care facility soon.

[lucyloo]

Good to hear things are improving C :)

[Di Nana]

Hope your mum gets better by the day Cherie :hug:

[Leilani]

Me too Cherie , hope she is better soon

[lucyloo]

How is Mum doing Cherie?

[Cherie]

Saw her today Luce, She looks very frail, but otherwise ok. Says the coughing is taking it's toll. Poor thing.
Anyway, I will go in on Thurs to take in her clean washing etc. Sis going tomorrow and Bro on Wed. So we got it covered.lol.

[Di Nana]

Hope everyday is an improvement for her Cherie

[sandydee]

Hope your Mum is able to return home soon :)

[Cherie]

Been in to see mum today. She looks very tired, keeps closing her eyes..poor darling. I gave her a big hug before I left her.
She is a very alert woman for 89, and has a very good brain, so all this sickness is making her upset..
I am a bit worried as to how she will be tonight as she was having a few breathing probs today while I was there.
I don't think they will let her go back to her own home now even if she picks up a bit..she just needs so much care.

[jenr]

Thats upsetting Cherie it must be hard for her as she is so alert:(:hug:

[lucyloo]

Must be frustrating for your mum Cherie. :hug:

[sandydee]

sorry to hear Cherie:comfort::hug: must be very frustrating for your Mum:yes:

[old woman]

Iwas hoping she was on the mend Cherie :( Old age can be cruel :( big hugs to you all :comfort:

[redrobyn]

My mums getting a bit like that Cherie I don't think she can take another shock either.. hope your mum picks up a bit more soon big hugs to you.

[Melinda]

thinking of you and your mum Cherie.......x

[Cackle]

(((hugs))) thinking of you tonight Cherie

[Cherie]

Thanks very much girls, I will be going back to check on her on tomorrow.

[Mrs B]

:hug::hug::hug: for you and your family Cherie..

[Jules]

Hope your Mum is doing okay today Cherie, it must be very hard for her and for you too :hug:

[Cherie]

I have been talking to her today, she sounds a lot better. They have got her on prednesone again. Still tired but not as bad.

[lucyloo]

I hope she picks up Cherie :hug:

[Mad Old Cow]

That doesn't sound very good Cherie, i hope she picks up :hug:

[Leilani]

Thinking of you all Cherie, hope Mum improves from now on!!!

[old woman]

Sending well wishes her way >>>> & strengthness ( is that a word?? ) to you & your siblings :comfort:

[Cherie]

Thanks girls, Mum did say one Dr. told her she may not have a good outcome...but mum says, Oi I got places to go and things to do..:haha:
She has always said she will make 100. So I am not arguing with her.:hehe:

[redrobyn]

A positive attitude always helps Cherie good onya mum.

[sandydee]

wellness wishes to your Mum :)

[Perfectly Precious]

:hug: sounds like your mom has the right idea :D

[Heather]

Have you been in contact with the place where she had her respite....sounds like it would be a good idea if she can move straight in.

[Melinda]

your mum sounds like not much would get her down....good on her

[lizbeth]

Sending wishes for your Mum and to you Cherie..:comfort:

[Jules]

Hope your Mum is doing okay today Cherie :hug:

[sandydee]

Hope your Mum is doing much better now Cherie:)

[Cherie]

I have been a bit upset today about my mum. She is not the best, looking very frail. She is having body problems I wont go into. They are hoping to get her into the hospital respite while she is waiting for a permanant residence at a nursing home of her choice. The home she wants does not have a bed for her yet. We have a couple of other choices, and will follow that up tomorrow. They have said she can't go back to her own home..That now means I have a lot of stuff to do there before house is put on the market..which it will have to be, as she will need the money for the N/home etc. She has a good brain, so no prob there, it's just her body is breaking down. Very sad.

[jenr]

Cherie it must be so sad for you to see this happening with Mum:hug:
Be positive mate I hope she gets settled soon:comfort:

[Mad Old Cow]

Cherie, i am sorry to hear about your mum, you are doing everything possible thought so try to stay positive :hug:

[Mrs B]

Cherie sorry tho here the news ..about your Mum.
But you must think positive i know can be hard ..:comfort:

[Cherie]

Yes thanks Girls, I know. I am seeing her tomorrow, and will see whats happening.

[old woman]

Just a big tight hug from me Cherie :hug:

[Frannie]

I know it is very hard Cherie for you and your siblings and I feel your pain....... just be grateful for what time you do have with her and just love her the most you can !!

[sandydee]

:hug:so very sorry to hear this latest news Cherie:comfort: thoughts are with you ...:hug: hope your Mum gets settled somewhere soon .

[Cackle]

Give us a hug Cherie, I'm thinking of you.

[Heather]

She has your strong spirit Cherie......

[lucyloo]

So sorry to hear this news Cherie. :(

A big hug, and just know that we are all here to support you, if needed :hug:

[Cherie]

Hi Girls, I have just been in and seen mum. She has been crook overnight but is looking ok and is talking without any breathing probs or coughing etc. Gosh one minute she is dreadful and the next she is good.
I have been ringing around yesterday and today tring to find a permanant placement for her. She is on the list for emergency accommodation in her homes of choice..So waiting to hear back now.

[lucyloo]

Hopefully you won't have to wait too long :fx:

[Cherie]

I hope not long too Lucy. I have to take some papers down to the local home today..so may speak to someone there as well.
It would be ideal to have her close, and on my school run..lol. Gosh here I am thinking about myself.:haha:

[lucyloo]

No. With everything on your plate, some sort of convenience would be nice :)

[jenr]

Cherie is it difficult to get her in to a home? Is there a long waiting list?

[Cherie]

I am not sure how long it is Jen. She has had her name down at a couple of homes for about 4 years now.
I have heard they move fairly quickly if they have to. other than that I do not know.

[old woman]

We have empty beds here Cherie & she would be well looked after!! :D:

Hope you get something sorted soon :hug:

[Heather]

You have to be proactive Cherie.....has she been assessed by ACOSS (Aust Council of Social Services) and get started with the house and contents.

[Cherie]

Heather I don't know what ACOSS is, but if it is sililar to the DVA or an ACAT yes she has. Things are underway, and I am sure it wont be long before she is where she wants to be.
I spoke to someone this morning. The same person I spoke to earlier this week who said no bed available..when she saw it was me she was more than accommodating.
I am sure that they have her in mind for their high care room. We are not panicking at this stage.

[Cherie]

I went to see mum this morning for a couple of hours. She was looking good, no breathing problems, they have had her off her oxygen for a few days and she says no problem. Her stomach ache had gone and she says she is feeling pretty good. She even walked a fair distance(for her) yesterday.
I had a meeting with the care co-ordinator while I was there. She wanted to put mum downstairs in respite care til she can get into the home of her choice..BUT mum said No she didn't want to go there, she wanted to go home and wait there til the time comes. So...where does that leave things...? A bit up in the air I think, but it looks like she will get her way..My god.That woman is like the bloomy queen, nobody dare argue with her when she sets her mind to something.
So looks like she will be home next week, and I will be going over every day... or night if need be.
I said it before, one minute she looks like she is about to meet her angels and the next she ain't going anywhere near them. LMAO

[redrobyn]

My mums the same Cherie they can be difficult wonder if we'll be the same one day..I was really worried about my mum she was so frail but she's picking up a little now though I told her she's not to go any where on her own and we do all her shopping for her now..she has a couple of good friends that visit her and one takes her out sometimes the man next door keeps an eye on her and brings her bin in my stepsister visits occasionly..occasionly being the word she doesn't drive either and her hubby is an a***hole.
I'm glad your mum is picking up hope you can resolve her accomodation issues.

[Cherie]

Red I don't know if I will be like that. I hope I have it all planned better so I do not have to rely on my kids for help.

[redrobyn]

I'm not fantastic health wise but I'm a lot healthier than mum at the same age she retired in her early fifties from ill health then had breast cancer not long after I can remember mum having massive asthma attacks when she was in her thirties she's been in and out of hospital ever since though she never gives in and travelled around Australia for 12 months and played lawn bowls til a few years ago she travelled til last year don't think she'll be doing it any more she's too frail her only living sister wanted her to visit in Q'ld don't think that's going to happen doctor won't approve it..she was a feisty little thing hate seeing her like this..sorry Cherie for hijacking your thread I've been thinking about your mum a lot as well that's what got me started about my mum.

[Cherie]

Thats ok Red. I know you do a lot for your mum also.
We are all good daughters here..all of us.
The girls here on AFW help me a lot even without knowing it some days.:)

[redrobyn]

I think it's because we can relate to what each other is going through that's why we understand..I have a friend at work that lost her mum last year that I talk to all the time she helps me a bit as well but at night when you can't talk to your friends it helps to get it out on here.

[old woman]

Just a great big :hug: to you both & your mums :comfort:

May they both be here to exacerbate you a while longer :yes:

[Heather]

Things are underway, and I am sure it wont be long before she is where she wants to be.
I spoke to someone this morning. The same person I spoke to earlier this week who said no bed available..when she saw it was me she was more than accommodating.

Don't let them forget you Cherie.

To you and Red, I envy (wrong word but it fits this early in the morning) you both the trouble that you are going to with your Mothers.
My brother let his 50yo shoulder chip get the better of him and poisoned my Mother's feelings against me. The only time I was able to be with her before she died was when she was in a coma. I still feel guilty that I was not more proactive.

[lucyloo]

Good to hear that she is improving Cherie.

It sounds to me, as if you are a lot like your mum :hehe:

[Alexa]

How is she today Cherie?

[Cherie]

She is good thanks Alexa. Coming home tomorrow. I just have to run in there with some clothes one more bloomy time, so she can look presentable coming home in the limo..............................
FGS, she could have come back in the ambulance..they are coming and going back and forth all the time..but no.That would be helpful to Meeeeeeeeeeeeee. (insert frustration smily)

[Perfectly Precious]

So glad things are much better Cherie :D

[Cherie]

Just made a decision to fly in there with her stuff first thing in the morning..Then come back to the daycare centre for Grandparents day.:D I think I can..I think I can..puff puff..:haha:

[Melinda]

glad Mum is coming home Cherie...

[Mrs B]

that's wonderful that your mums coming home..

[Frannie]

So glad to hear that your Mum is now coming home Cherie..... :D