1yr; Day 374 – bruises and patience

Hi Everyone, Our nurse reported that Corey had a few episodes of agitation today. They have lessoned; however, as she continues to struggle with expressing herself she still responds inappropriately with scratching, hitting and biting. We work through those moments...

1yr; Day 373 – “tell everyone”

Hi Everyone, Corey had a good day today. In speech, Diane typically asks Corey questions that will illicit single, double and/or triple syllable responses. The answers have also been the key to unlock what Corey comprehends both in short term and long term memory....

1yr; Day 372 – You are SURVIVING

Hi Everyone, Corey’s had a challenging day. I can’t identify the reasoning behind her discomfort. Perhaps it’s just one of those days. We started off with a good morning. Corey was up, bright, alert and wanted to try her new standing frame. She was giggling as she...

1yr; Day 371

Hi Everyone, Corey and I both had a good day. Today, our regular nurses called out. Tiffany, a nurse that was with us the first few weeks home, covered the day shift so I could go into Philly and have brunch with JohnPaul and Caitlin. We had a fun afternoon spending...

1yr; Day 370 – hints

Hi Everyone, On the days I’m on the road, our therapists write Corey’s progress notes in a communication log for me. It’s fun to come home and read what Corey worked on. Today’s progress note from our school OT was outstanding and I decided to transfer the note...