Trish was released from the hospital yesterday after almost eight weeks of ICU, surgery and neuro rehabilitation. She accumulated quite a bit of stuff in her hospital room, and it was a major project getting everything moved out.
Now that she is home, Trish can begin the real adaptation process of living day to day. She and Scott are still working to make the major home modifications that are required, but they will improvise until they get these things completed.
I understand from Scott's mom that a lot of wonderful folks have offered to help with meals for the family. This will make Trish's transition a little easier, and will be very much appreciated.
Next week Trish begins her out patient therapy, which will be two days per week. She and her mom decided to drive back to St. Joseph's so Trish can take advantage of the SCI specific treatment offered only there. She will maintain this therapy schedule for up to six months so she can complete her transition to full Independence.
More later ...
Friday, July 20, 2007
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Trish,
I am so glad to know you are home!!
It must be so good to wake up in your own home and be with Scott, Parker, Hunter and your pets!! I am sure they are as happy as you are this morning!!
Keeping you in my prayers each day...prayers of continued support and prayers of thanks for all the progress you have made.
Debbie
Trish,
Happy Homecoming!!! Enjoy your time at home. You deserve it!!
Sandi
I am thrilled to hear you are home.
To be in your own surroundings with your family and your own comforts of home. My prayers are with you and family.
Thinking of you often.
Deb K.
Yea, you're home!!!!!
One giant hurdle has been acomplished, leaving the hospital. I'm sure things will get to be routene quickly at home.It must feel so good to be back where you belong, with Scott and the kids. Keep giving your all at rehab.
Love ya,
Laura
So glad to hear you are home!!!!!
Much love,
Ashley and Jim
Trish,
I am so glad you are finally home. I am sure Scott and the boys love having you around all the time. I imaging you are happy to be surrounded by your family and the comforts of home.
It is wonderful that your father has allowed us to follow your progress and see what a strong woman you are. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Sharon Wilp
Hi Mrs Stressman
We hope you are feeling better and getting stronger each day. We are so glad to hear that you are at home. We are thinking of you and saying lots of prayers for you as well. We look forward to seeing you at Brisas as soon as possible.
Lucas wanted you to know that he broke his left arm this summer. He will be in a cast for a few more weeks but is healing nicely. Take good care, we love you,
Lucas and Maureen Ykema
Way to go Trish! How nice to be home and to have a chance to be with your family. How liberating to know that you are in familiar surroundings and can start planning for the future. I am so glad to hear that you have made this transition much sooner than most. We are all missing you at school and looking forward to when you are back with us. Much love and continued prayers for your progress. Monica
Hi Trish,
We are so glad that you are home and hope to see you soon! You are always in our prayers.
Tatiana
Trish
I am so happy you are home. I have been thinking about you and keeping up with your progress through this site. It sounds like you are doing a remarkable job in your recovery. Keep your head up, each day will get a little easier. Getting through rehab is quite an accomplishment!
Deb, Mike, and Colin Irving
Trish,
Welcome home!!! It's always nice to come home to your own surroundings. I know there will be adjusments, but look how far you have come! "You go girl!"
Kristin
Yea Trish, I am so happy that you are home with the people you love. This will help you to mend and give you a chance to spend time in your own home and pool with the boys and Scott. Hope to see you soon! Kathy Hawthorne
Trish,
You are doing so awesome! I am so impressed with your strength and determination! You have come so far. I am glad to hear that you are home, I am so excited for you to have gotten so far in your recovery. I am sure you will have new challenges and new celebrations daily. Keep up the hard work and keep smiling. You are in my prayers!
Love, Lynn
Congratulations Trish----You are home. It must be soooo good to be with your family each day and again in your lovely new home. "Thers no place like home" I imagine Scott and the boys are thrilled to have you with them each day. Now you can get things organized, set your schedule, continue your theropy,and maybe relax a bit now and then. You have accomplished so much!! Love, Aunt Joy & Uncle Carl
So glad to hear that you are home. It must feel so go to be able to be back in your own space and your own bed. I expect that no matter how well prepared, the transition to home will have a few challenges. Don't let the frustrations get to you. You will find a way to accomplish all things. Just give yourself time to settle in.
We can provide meal support and I let Pam know at church yesterday to include us on the list.
Enjoy your homecoming,
Myrna
Hey Trish, I'm out of town at the National High School Rodeo Finals in Springfield, IL. I have my laptop with me and I was so glad when I checked your latest update and saw that you got to come home. Just not having the stress of being in the hospital away from your home and family will help alot.
I hope your father will keep these updates coming even though you are home. I really like keeping up with how you are doing. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Keep up the hard work. I know it is going to pay off.
Love, Pam Baker - Wrangler
Dear Trish,
Wow, I just found out today and wanted to reach out to you. Stacie told me that your dad created this blog for you. I have read through some postings to find out more about your progress. I shed tears and also smiled at the beautiful photos of you. I would like to contact you directly but I do not have your e mail address. Mine is ehlershouse@cox.net.
Our family is praying for you. May the Lord give you strength each and every day.
Lisa Ehlers
Hi Trish,
I'am so glad to hear you are HOME!
Congratulations on all your hard work that got you there. Thinking of you daily!
Love, Kerri(Murray)Frantz
Trish,
I was so glad to hear that you are at home! You are amazing! I read everyday! Pray for you all the time think of you everyday!!! Jolette
Congrats on finally being home! Enjoy you're time at you're house, best of wishes-Richard
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