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We saw the CELA

Hoot619
Hoot619 Member Posts: 342
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We got all the paperwork done, now to a place.  The one I was interested in has covid ,Sign was on the door  Covid postive  We left. Tomorrow I start looking and hoping to find a opening for my wife.   Have a idea on the spend down but will find out after she is placed.

Also picked up UTI meds now if she will drink it,  it was in powder form I mixed it with pepsi.

The time away was nice also didn't have to drive. The CELA  was very helpful and dear son liked him very much.  He said I picked a good one.   How the hell that happened I don't know.  Dear wife is eating a toasted cheese sandwich another win    Hoot

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  • Joe C.
    Joe C. Member Posts: 944
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    This is an important step, good for you getting it done.
  • Sligo177
    Sligo177 Member Posts: 165
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    Hi Hoot,

    You are accomplishing a great deal, and I know how stressful each thing is.  Worrying about DW's happiness and safety, hoping it goes alright with the meds, and that a good spot becomes available - so much other stuff!  But that was so good that you didn't have to drive, there was a bright spot.  And the sandwich!  I am thinking of you, and I pray you have a peaceful night.

  • Just Bill
    Just Bill Member Posts: 315
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    Good job Hoot. Feel good about yourself.
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  • pennyloafer2
    pennyloafer2 Member Posts: 8
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     Hi hoot,

    What is a cela? Where did you get your paperwork done?

    I also need to take over finances how do I do that legally?

    Thank you! It's been a rough day here

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  • Ed1937
    Ed1937 Member Posts: 5,084
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    Hoot, that's a big step. Glad you got it done. Hoping you find a place soon.
  • Hoot619
    Hoot619 Member Posts: 342
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    The most important part of all of this is to see a CELA before you do anything with finances ,property etc also before you place your loved one.  There are a lot of pitfalls that could cost you a whole bunch of money etc later on. Your CELA guides you thru  all of this. Hoot

    She drank all the medicine, took a while but hopefully it will still work.

  • Joydean
    Joydean Member Posts: 1,498
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    So glad she drank all the meds in her Pepsi! Happy for you getting everything taken care of with your lawyer. That’s a very good day for you! Lots accomplished, enjoy the win. 

  • jmlarue
    jmlarue Member Posts: 511
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    Celebrating your win, Hoot. These CELAs are worth their weight in gold. They really take a lot of burden and worry off our shoulders. Now, if we can just get some all-star Social Workers/Discharge Planners to smooth the path to finding good placement options, we'll have a virtual party to celebrate the win.

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DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
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AL = Assisted Living
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