Last week my Dad fell down and hit his head. He has spent the last several days in the ICU. Although he did not break any bones, he did have a bleed on his brain. As a result his speech is badly slurred, and he has been slightly confused. He is also having difficulty moving the right side of his body. Yesterday, the doctor moved him into a regular hospital room, but it looks like it may be a long recovery, including several weeks in rehab. We are not sure when he'll be coming home.
Beyond the obvious, here are a few prayer requests: my Dad is at risk for strokes, but because of the bleed and his frequent unsteadiness, he cannot be on blood thinners. Please pray that God would protect him from having a stroke. He also has great difficulty with his knees, causing much discomfort as well as weakness when he is walking (he has been using a walker for months). He was scheduled for knee replacement next month,
but it has been postponed until he is better.
It has also become apparent that he may no longer be able to live by himself. Please pray for wisdom for my family as we try to decide what would best serve my Dad, who he can live with, and how to care for him during this stage of his life. As you can imagine, it is difficult to see your parents suffer. Please pray for God's comfort for us all during this time.
Thank you from all 9 kids, 6 in-laws, and 26 grandchildren in the Flanigan Crew.
4 comments:
Juli,
I will be praying for you all. How heartbreaking. Please keep us updated and let me know how I can serve you.
We're praying all the way over here. So sad to here this..can't imagine.
praying again today. Love you, love you and lifting you up again and again.
Sorry to hear about your Dad, We will be praying for a complete recovery.
Love Beverly
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