Since we found out about the transplant, life has been hectic. There are lots of appointments to try and fit in before we go, lots of chores to accomplish, lots of lists to make and then cross off, and lots of family time to sneak in.
Tim has been seen by a pain clinic, an orthopedic surgeon, and a chiropractor for his back. He has had X-rays, an MRI, decompression therapy and will have, essentially, a cortisone shot on Friday. Currently his back is still sore, although his neck is doing it’s best to make him forget about the back pain, and he is still popping pain pills like tic tacs. We are hopeful that the shot on Friday will do the trick.
There have been lots of phone calls with all kinds of doctors’ offices, financial coordinators, insurance people and work people. Among the phone calls, we did find out that Cassie will be able to stay at Hope Lodge in Iowa City. It is, basically, a Ronald McDonald House for cancer patients and their caregivers. This is a HUGE blessing as it will be FREE for her to stay there.
Many of the details of Tim’s insurance, long term disability, and social security disability are starting to fall into place which is also a huge relief.
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Tim is pretty frustrated by the back/neck pain. Please pray that the cortisone shot will help him feel much better. The processes he will have to go through for the transplant will be hard enough. He doesn’t need this pain going on at the same time.
Please pray for us as we work on the things that need done before we go. Lots of little things that you don’t even think about. It’s good they send you all kinds of information to remind you to think about them!
Cassie will be attempting to work remotely during the time we are in Iowa City. Her job is not one that is easy to do remotely, so please pray that it will go as smoothly as possible. She will be doing a trial run before we go to see what kinks need to be worked out.
PRAISES:
We are so thankful that Cassie will be able to stay in Iowa City for free and for some of the assistance we are able to take advantage of from the University of Iowa Hospitals.
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