Job interview w/91 year old fella

Pradaxa is the name Harry mentioned I am fairly sure. I wanted him to call his doc asap, so I guess that would be Monday. Thank you though, that put my mind at ease, and although I can tell him what I heard it will be good if he let's them know anyway on Monday. Just in case the dosage needs to be adjusted.

I did get the job and start tomorrow a.m. I will just go for a few days, driving back and forth from home, but Harry is hoping I will want to stay, and move into the Master Bedroom which is empty. I am very nervous, very, new territory as far as work. His daughter is such a nice woman, when I first saw her smile I knew I was going to love her. I think the hardest part of all this is that I got used to this "home". I've been safe and comfy here since late 2010. I hadn't been anywhere for long for many years. So now, I'm facing a move but I know it will be ok.

I appreciate those that have been kind to me here on the forum. I won't have internet for a time (just periodically when I am back here at the house). After I get my first pay, I can order up internet to be added. The VA does not provide pay for Harry's care, Patty his daughter checked on it, and no go. So he has to pay for all. Thing is, I don't need a lot, and I know Harry has not intention of working me to death, so their offer of room & board, w/400 salary is fine for me. It will pay my 2 bills, and then some.

My friends here would always allow me back, as long as there is a room available, but after December I will also be up for Senior housing. All I have is one day at a time to deal with, and I know we have to try to at least plan for "things to come", but I'm just trying to be positive and happy about my opportunity.

It is a lovely place, again, I can't remember what all I've told you, but it is neat and clean (previous gal kept it nice) newer modular. Harry has a beautiful small, red truck like mine, only he has AC, yeehaw!! Lot's more to tell, but will save that for another time. Will miss keeping up on all the fun, and interesting threads;) Denise

PS if you have questions, or send me notes, I will try and get back asap. Wow, I'm gonna have Satellite TV, I can't say I'm sure I want it, LOL! Oh, great place to walk and on the side of one of our hills so hiking too. Looks over the lights of the city. I will grab some photos for my album here;) No river for my kayak but can't have everything;) Harry's real excited to have a home-cooked meal, lol! Hope I don't burn it like the grilled cheese:sosad::lofl:
 
thanks Viv, don't care much for change anymore, used to live for it, always looking for greener grass. Now I just want to be "home".
 
i_am_Lois said:
Good luck Denise. If you get this position, I know you'll do your best and this gentleman will be fortunate to have you.
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I will do my very best Lois. I don't know who needs who more, Harry or me. Someone to care for I feel is going to be very, good medicine. I know it won't all be perfect, lots of adjustments for both him and I. I do have lots of hope about it though:) hugs, Denise
 
Denise, I'm happy for you! It sounds like what you've need praying for, and he sounds like what he needs most, you are the person to get it to him. Sounds like he needs a gentle giving friend. Good luck my friend, and take it slow. :flowers: :dontworry: :bighug:
 
Oh, goody! I thought I'd just check and see if you had any news yet before I shut down for the night and am so glad I did.

Denise, this one sounds like it's just the ticket for you and for him, too. When you're at home, please do post updates. Happy for you to have found something that suits! Best of luck (don't burn the grilled cheese):eek:

P.S. Yeeeeeeeehaw!
 
GeorgiaXplant said:
Oh, goody! I thought I'd just check and see if you had any news yet before I shut down for the night and am so glad I did.

Denise, this one sounds like it's just the ticket for you and for him, too. When you're at home, please do post updates. Happy for you to have found something that suits! Best of luck (don't burn the grilled cheese):eek:

P.S. Yeeeeeeeehaw!
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LOL, yeah, I'm sure Harry can do without the charcoal;) thank so much for you well wishes and I will keep the post updated as best I can;)
 
Ina said:
Denise, I'm happy for you! It sounds like what you've need praying for, and he sounds like what he needs most, you are the person to get it to him. Sounds like he needs a gentle giving friend. Good luck my friend, and take it slow. :flowers: :dontworry: :bighug:
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will do Ina:) thanks for your support:)
 
Congratulations Denise, I'm soooo happy for you!! :bananalama: It does sound like his medication needs to be adjusted, because it could cause blood vessels to rupture and bleed internally. He sounds like a very nice man, and you're an angel for keeping him company and making his last years a bit happier. Post whenever you have time, but I know you have a lot on your plate now to prepare for your new job. Spring time my dear, new growth and lots of sunshine coming your way! :sunshine: :flowers:
 
SeaBreeze said:
Congratulations Denise, I'm soooo happy for you!! :bananalama: It does sound like his medication needs to be adjusted, because it could cause blood vessels to rupture and bleed internally. He sounds like a very nice man, and you're an angel for keeping him company and making his last years a bit happier. Post whenever you have time, but I know you have a lot on your plate now to prepare for your new job. Spring time my dear, new growth and lots of sunshine coming your way! :sunshine: :flowers:
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I love the fact you mentioned Spring time, and new growth, that's what it is about isn't it:) Thank you so much Seabreeze, Denise
PS the weather has been so lovely here for sure. Also, I even have a tiny flower bed to care for, I will love that:) Harry has some yellow and purple tulips blooming! Love them:)
 
If he is taking Pradaxa, it should not be making him bleed. Coumadin is an actual blood thinner, which is why it has to be tested all the time, and the food you eat can affect it. If you are eating something that is a natural blood thinner, then the blood can get way too thin.
However, Pradaxa works by making the blood SLICKER, not thinner. By being slicker, it doesn't clot, so it has the same overall effect of a blood thinner; yet it is much safer. You just take a pill twice a day; and don't need to adjust the dose, at least usually.
 
Sounds lovely, good to get your fingers in the dirt and enjoy the beauty of the flowers...everything sounds perfect really, wishing you the best in your new job! :love_heart:
 
Congrats, Denise!

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Now, first things first - go through all the drawers in the house and try to find stuff to sell on eBay. Then, when you've done that ... :cool:
 
Best wishes as you begin your new job Denise! You will do fine and the gentleman is fortunate
to have found such a compassionate care giver.
 
Phil, you have the best ideas, will do:lofl:

you're so sick but it's ok, I look well next to you:coolthumb:
 
I will have to go easy in the dirt, but I already told Harry about my hand/arms. He is aok with me taking my time, plus he said he has a guy come in and mow the lawns, and lift anything heavy etc. I met the guy, I am sure he is at least 6'5", and reminds me a bit of Andre the Giant so no worries;)
 
I'll find out a lot more today, and I'm sure Harry will call his doc tomorrow (I'll be encouraging him to do so). I do remember it started with a P, pretty sure, his new med. Today I will find out all his meds, and the schedule for taking them. He does it on his own now but it will be good to help him fill his weekly containers M-Sun.;)
 
I love your posts Jill, so pretty, they really stand out:) Thank you for your congrats, so much, Denise:)
 
I start this a.m. I will land there at 8:30 and get Harry's breakfast. I can tell already, I am not much into driving back and forth, and I haven't even started. I think I'll talk to Harry about starting my regular "stay over" tonight. I live so close, but gas money is tight. I just won't move out of here until the trial period is over. I will be taking a few days to test the water. I do plan on staying for the day though, and come home after dinner is all cleaned up, and he is settled in. I just feel he needs someone there overnight. I just put myself in his place, and I would want to know someone is near. He is pretty fragile, I'm just thinking if I do spend the night, that will tell me way more if I am going to really give it a trial;)

I especially want to see what it will be like to wake up there, see how he handles his mornings. I'm thinking I will be able to have my time to wake up etc. in my room, and give him his time as well. Most folks like to have their privacy in a.m. He loves to talk so I know I will need some time to wake up first, LOL!! I'm betting he may feel the very same;) We'll work it all out, he is easy to talk to. Denise;)
 
Yes, I think that finding Harry wasn't an accident, really don't believe in things happening the way they do for no reason. But who knows. Thing is, even though his age scared me a bit, he is just find because he and I communicate well, no dementia. I had one experience with that years ago. I only stay one night with a sweet lady with altzeimers. In the night, she got up and was cooking on the stove and set it on fire. It was not huge, just enough to scare me into not wanting to try to care for anyone for a time. I am going on instinct only. I was surprised he picked me, since I have no training. I think my age had a lot to do with it. The gals were pretty young that came before me to interview. I think he felt more comfy with an older gal, yea for that, I was getting tired of getting beat out of jobs because of my age. I'm sure it wasn't the only reason I lost out, but I think it could have been "part of" at least.

I do think with this sort of thing, it is much like a lot of "close" type working relationships, or even personal. It has to be a good match. And we know nothing is ever perfect, so there is work, adjustment, compromise;) And I am so glad there is laughter with the right match. Harry and I have already discovered we share a similar sense of humor, he can be fun for sure:) See you soon;) denise
 
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