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  • Cherryfudge
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    What a relief they spoke to you! 
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  • Seasidegal58
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    Yes - such a relief. He is a crafty so-and-so!  Mind you, they know he has had brain seizures - why on earth do they not speak to you first before they make these decisions?🤦‍♀️
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  • Makingabobor2
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    Could be a blessing in disguise that he failed the stairs test. At least they will have to seriously look at getting him more care, and he may not have any say over it. It may be a big help to you in the long run..
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  • EssexHebridean
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    Well thank goodness for that - and there's a surprise too, eh!

    I suggest that when you are there, you ask for a chat with the ward manager to ensure that they know that he will indeed tell lies about his capabilities, and also the frequency of his falls and anything else you think it might be helpful if someone else knew, too. That way it should get put on his notes so that other members of staff are aware that they really must be checking with you before making decisions about him. (It's tricky if he is deemed to have capacity though, which I assume he is?) 

    Well done on drawer clearing though. You might want to stash those mobiles aside for the next time he wants a new one, mind you... ;-) 
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    One switched on nurse - well done to them and you SA!
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    Just to let you know that there is a Lidl beauty box launching tomorrow. Online I think. 
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  • Sun_Addict
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    beanielou said:
    Just to let you know that there is a Lidl beauty box launching tomorrow. Online I think. 
    Thank you. Yes I saw that. I thought it was a joke. 
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  • enthusiasticsaver
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    I know when they discharged my husband after his open heart surgery he had to do the stairs test even though we have a downstairs and upstairs bathroom so I am glad they made Mr SA do one.  As you say he was obviously fibbing to get home. That could be a disaster though as he obviously cannot move quickly meaning loads of clearing up accidents for you.  I suggest you make sure when he goes into hospital they know to check with you first before doing any discharges. 
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