What would you do if your husband slipped down trying to get back in bed at 6 a.m.? In the past I would do everything possible to help him up. Today he insisted on trying to get himself up, but knew that my left shoulder wouldn’t allow me to help anymore.
So at 6.15 I called the Hospice number, and asked for my husband’s team. The on call nurse called me immediately, and I told her he was on the floor, didn’t hurt himself, but unable to get up. She said that she would call the ‘Assist and Lift’ for me.
Around 15 minutes later the firefighters turned up, with no sirens, or equipment, and came in. All they asked me was his name, and date of birth. They picked him up, and put him in the wheelchair, where he said he wanted to be, and left. That easy, and not having to wake the neighbors with sirens.
So it’s 7.30, already showered, have the laundry on, and sipping a good cup of coffee. Hubby is in his electric recliner, safe and sound.
susiesopinions 
It is so great that you have a way to help without endangering yourself Susie. Now if Hubby would only be able to stop falling….Stay well
LikeLiked by 1 person
My firefighter grandson says they do that all day and don’t mind. It’s part of their job and in my opinion, part of their helpful personalities so no worries.
Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
LikeLiked by 2 people
Nice one
LikeLiked by 1 person
I know
LikeLike
It’s really appreciated. Next time I will ignore hubby and phone immediately 😊❤️
LikeLiked by 2 people
I will phone immediately next time 😊❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
It’s coming together isn’t it?
LikeLiked by 1 person
that is awesome.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Will take some coaxing but yes😊❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
😎
LikeLiked by 1 person
That sounds a brilliant support outreach. I think here it would be a case of calling 999.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Did the right thing, dear Susie! Is there a way to install safety railing on the bed for your husband? Alternatively, would your insurance pay for a hospital bed with railings for him?
LikeLiked by 1 person
We have an adjustable bed, and Hospice is ordering a rail, or something for him to hold onto 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
That’s good to hear. I had one brought in for my father, and it made all the difference.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It can be awfully scary when someone falls. I was the sole caretaker for my Mother during her last 8 months before she transitioned. When she fell it was terrifying. Thank goodness for Hospice and the assisted lifting guys!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Excellent!!
LikeLiked by 1 person