Hi,
The tone at today's staffing for Denny was generally very positive. He is much stronger, although still quite fatigued by the end of each therapy session, and his attention span is noticeably improved. The chemo definitely took a toll on him last week and the reduction in the Keppra had a positive effect, so that drug is being reduced again and we are all hoping he will be off of it completely by the time he is discharged from the rehab program.
Dr. Gu emphasized to Denny once again the importance of forcing himself to stay awake for longer periods of time. The nurses are going to make an attempt to have him eat with other patients and participate in some of the activities offered in their sub acute unit. This is a huge step in the right direction -- Denny has been a patient far too long. I am already anxious for next week's assessment.
They did say that Den will need someone with him 24/7 for at least the first few weeks when he gets home, so the timing for all of this will work out as school will be over by then. What a year it's been!
Hoping to see many of you soon,
Carla
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Thanks for continuing to post updates. I'm sure it's difficult to continue to post. Just want you to know I'm thinking and praying for you and your family.
Hi Carla and Denny. It has been awhile since we wrote but be assured that we have been praying for you all. So happy to read the nice article in the Post Cresent tonight (May 28th)--Well deserved. Will send it along to the kids. Love,Pat and Dick Schermerhorn
Hi Carla and Den,
Glad to hear that Den is feeling some stronger. I really admire the both of you for your dexterity and positive attitude that you both have had during all of the ups and downs.
I am looking forward to coming to Appleton to celebrate Keira's first birthday, and I hope I can do this with you and Den. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Hi Denny,
Just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I was a student at SMC when I first ran across you and have been a coach since high school at Seton Middle School. Whenever I ran into you at games, you always knew who I was and I appreciated that, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Patti Houlihan
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