2006-07-13 05:52:21 · 12 answers · asked by ChevyLover 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
How far away is your dad any way? Or are you saying that just because he is in rehab is why you can't see him? When my mom had her stroke and went into rehab, I was right there with her. Her being in rehab had nothing to do with not being able to see her. They actually encourage the family members to be there to be a part of her rehab. I was there every day with her.
I worked a swing shift, on the 11pm-7am I would get off work, go shower and go to her, stay until noon or so and then come home, go to bed. When I worked the 7am-3pm I would get off,go home shower, go see her until 8pm or so, go home, go to bed. When I was on the 3pm-11pm I would get up early in the morning, go see her, stay until it was time to go to work.On my days off I was right there with her all the time.
So I ask you again, how far away is your dad? Is he so far away that you can't go to see him. Rehab has nothing to do with not being able to see him.
2006-07-13 07:24:57 · answer #1 · answered by SapphireB 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
First of all, I am sorry your Father is ill. Have their been Dr's orders that you cannot see or visit your Dad? Being in rehab does not usually mean that you can not visit. Talk with your family, and the Doctor's in rehab. Maybe your Dad needs to concentrate right now on getting better. Usually, after the first week family and friends can visit for short periods of time. You can send cards, flowers, or stuff animals to let him know you are thinking of him.
2006-07-13 13:05:59 · answer #2 · answered by serbskipam 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Arrange your lifestyle in such a way as to allow time to visit him. Before yo know it He will be gone and the regret you have for not doing more with him will last a very long time. He can not come to you and I'm sure He thinks about you very much. When someone is limited in physical activities they naturally spend more time reflecting on the past because they know the future is not very promising. Give him some joy and things to look forward to and He will last much longer.
2006-07-13 12:59:39 · answer #3 · answered by mr conservative 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Praying is useless. Why do you hardly ever get to see him? Is he far away? Otherwise, if he was close, I can not understand why you wouldn't be able to see him.
You could write, if there is someone there who can read to him, or call on the telephone.
Also, you didn't say how badly he was affected by the stroke.
2006-07-13 12:58:55 · answer #4 · answered by ceprn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Write him letters, call him on the phone, let him know that you are there for him and want to spend time with him as soon as you can.
2006-07-13 12:55:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
please try and make some kind of time for him. My mom had 2 strokes and i wish i would have spent more time with her. She passed away in january. If you even have to call him its better than nothing.
2006-07-13 14:08:31 · answer #6 · answered by buttseyeluv43 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
send him cards and letters. Call him . He will enjoy seeing that you are thinking of him.
It's not the gift but the thought behind it
2006-07-13 12:57:13 · answer #7 · answered by mick987g 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do some research and learn some of the therapies they are putting him through, so that when he is released you can help him.
2006-07-13 12:59:35 · answer #8 · answered by Festivalgoer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
send him cards, balloons...anything you can to let him know you're thinking of him even when you can't be there. just visit and reassure him every chance you get! he will understand, and will love it that you're there as often as possible and that you're supporting him as much as possible too! people recover faster when they have the love and support of family too!!!!!
2006-07-13 12:59:56 · answer #9 · answered by thundakat312 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start a daily journal and when you do see him, then give it to him and start a new one.
2006-07-13 13:03:03 · answer #10 · answered by mustanglady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋