Today is the second week that Tony has attended his Day Care and he loved it! He came back very tired as he had been playing cards. I was amazed that he was able to concentrate for long enough but he told me he won 3 times so I think that helped spur him on. He also joined in the relaxtion group which he said made him really sleepy. I am so pleased that he is enjoying it although he doesn't tell me much about it unless I ask. Having time to myself is lovely and today I went "me" shopping. It was good not having to worry about getting home quickly. I have had a little respite from the effect this horrid illness has had on our lives and although it's only 5 hours each week, I am so grateful to be able to switch off for a short while. Two friends who saw Tony after his first week, both commented how much more alert he seemed. I really feel it helped him as he had his own "news" to talk about.
The Marie Curie Day Centre that he attends is a lovely place and the staff are very attentive and caring. I consider both Tony and I are extremely fortunate to have this few hours respite and all my doubts that he would be OK without me have now gone.
I would say to anyone who has an opportunity to get just a few hours break, give it a go. You will feel so much better. It's certainly helped me.
Take care everyone.
SuzieQ xx
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lovely to meet you last Thursday.Glad the respite is working for you both,and I am glad you went me shopping(a girl after my own heart) thats one of the things i really miss,we used to go out for a days shopping and a lunch,Terry cant do it now he gets exhausted very quickly.
So glad that you and Tony had a good experience of your Day Care centre. It has put my mind at rest while we wait for a place for my Tony at our local Day Care.
I have asked to pick Tony up after his lunch there, as he needs his afternoon sleep, which they are happy to let me do.
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