GETTING SETTLED

After 50 days in hospital 
my hubby was assessed 

to require much more care 
than he would be able to have at home.

The Social Worker completed the assessment 

on January 16th, 2013

 and on January 18th, 2013 

he was transferred to the Care Centre 
right next door 

to the Manor where we had lived together. 

We had moved to this Manor November 2011,

and in December 2011
 hubby required homecare already.

Isn't God's timing amazing! 

From December 23rd, 2012 
until January 16th, 2013

this center was on Outbreak Protocol

and couldn't admit any new patients

although there were 7 beds to fill.

Once again, 
can you see God's awesome timing for us?

Shepherd's Care has all levels of care 
in several different buildings

but on one campus

which are all connected by walkways. 

If you are interested 
you can check out the website

www.shepherdscare.org

This is where I have worked in a variety of 

positions for the past 26 years!

Hubby is adjusting well to his new home. 

He enjoyed his dinner tonight - left the peas,

the mashed potatoes with gravy - ate the meat, 

the salad and the dessert and then 

mumbled under his breath

"How is one supposed to lose weight

if it tastes so good!"

Oh, it's not like 'home',

and we miss lots of familiar goodies,

but we are determined to be content

in whatsoever state we are!

I've posted photos of his room

and we think it's comfy and cozy. 

He's not going to spend that much time in there

there are activities on the main floor

visits to what is now 'my' place

walks around the buildings

strolls through the garden -

ok, we'll have to wait until spring for that,

and hopefully even out-trips with the 

Recreation Bus to the mall

or special events!

God supplies all our needs! 

 Years ago, this cross stitch masterpiece 
was done by Peter's favorite aunt. 

She had taken care of him

when his mom died when he was 13.

 Before his aunt died

she wanted him to have it 
as he always loved it so much. 

 Right now Peter is still in a wheelchair and 

this is where I put my feet up when I visit him.

Nearly fell asleep in it the other day!

 Still need to bring some more stuff 
for the shelves,

but it's a start. 

  Drop-off zone when one enters the room.

Just had to put his racquet on the wall! 
Still want something

like a family photo collage on that blank space. 

Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers 

for him especially and both of us. 

So, if I'm hardly ever on here - 

you'll know where I'm hanging out!