Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Open for visitors

Hi folks,

Dennis is doing well and is in good spirits. He may move up to the 8th floor sometime next week to get started on his rehabilitation. His short term memory is still poor but with some cognitive rehab this should improve.

He is open for visitors. He is currently on the 5th floor of the Cascade Elevators. Make a left once you exit the elevators and ask the staff at the nursing desk the directions to his room. My mom is living with Dennis in his room. Her name is Kathy. Please remember that his short term memory is poor, therefore, you may need to remind him of your name and where you know him from. He may seem a little confused or mix up his words or appear to be thinking about what he is trying to say. You will need to be patient with him as he tries to express himself.

I am traveling back and forth from Vancouver, BC now so, I may or may not be at the hospital during your visits. I hope I get a chance to meet you all but if I don't, have a great visit with Dennis and my mom.

e

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

Great job Dennis! With God on our side we can all do anything. You have definately proven that. Keep up the good work.If you need help with your cats let me know. I live only about 15 minutes from you. I would love to help.

Fabric addict said...

This is the best news! Thank you Eunice for the update! I only wished I lived closer to come and visit you Dennis but you are definitely in my thoughts and prayers! God is so good!

blessings,
Dawn

Anonymous said...

yipppeeeee! yay, dennis. were u waiting till i left town before you got better to avoid me talking at u?? or to avoid having to listen to me ramble with your sister?? u can run but u cant hide! XO & prayers from shanghai, man!

Anonymous said...

Thank you Eunice for all you have done for all of us who know Dennis and have hoped so much during these last few weeks. We have all been blessed by you. You have a great family Dennis! This is an exciting time but we know patience is all the more a virtue now. You have done so well and we are so thankful!! May God continue to bless you in all good things!!! Jeff N

Paul, Brenna, Jack and Molly said...

What a relief. Thank you for continuing to keep all of us updated on our dear friend Dennis. Our family continues to hope and pray and read about his strength and determination. Love you Dennis!!!

-Paul, Brenna, Jack and Molly

Victor and Sandie said...

this is AWESOME!! Looking forward to seeing you Den!! We love you!

zicole said...

fantastic news Dennis! congratulations on your continual progress... I'm sure Eunice has been keeping you up to date, but since weeks and weeks there have been so many of us pulling for you- trusting that good things were to come.. even total strangers like me! (so far)... I'm a friend of Mary & Shirley's, and am thrilled to hear how things are going for you... All the best & thanks Eunice for your unfailing support and your warm, detailed, spirited (not to mention well-written!!) updates. We too have yet to meet but it's clear you are a special person.
nicole

Anonymous said...

This is GREAT News...I am so happy for you Dennis and for all of the people cheering you on. Keep up the great work Dennis and always listen to those nurses :)

Anonymous said...

Good afternoon Dennis!! I hope you are enjoying your freedom from many of the "attachments" that have been so much a part of your life these past several weeks!! Plus you are more mobile and you can probably watch TV. I hope your throat is healing up. We are having great late summer weather!! It won't be long and they will have you outdoors a bit!! May God continue to Bless you in all good things!!! Jeff N

Anonymous said...

Dennis!!!!!!!!!!!! This is the greatest news! I plan on popping in for a visit sometime soon, maybe wednesday evening :)

Eunice, thank you so much for keeping us all informed so much and so well. For those of us who love dennis, it gave us such great comfort to be able to know what was going on every step of the way. The internet is such a blessing!

God bess!

Laura T. The Mars Hill girl :)

Anonymous said...

Dennis today, Saturday is a beautiful day outside - I hope you can see a little of it. Enjoy everything you can. It is all a gift to you!!!

May God continue to bless you in all good things!!! jeff n

Anonymous said...

Dennis, you are begining to enjoy some of the sports events on TV again no doubt. Thoughts are becoming more clear day by day. Setbacks will happen but progress will continue!! Some of our best summer weather is happening right now! Enjoy everything around you as much as possible - thankfulness and enjoyment will greatly aid your recovery!! May God continue to bless you in all good things!!! jeff n