Physically he's doing real well. His challenge is talking and communicating, as well as thought patterns when it comes to reasoning, like reading or doing math.
2006-09-08 16:18:18 · 4 answers · asked by Marcy R 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Just visiting may be gift enough. As far as communication aids, it may be best to see how it goes after you see him. A calendar, dry erase board...those things are nice. Word searches, puzzles. Things that make the brain work.
It's nice to bring things that were meaningful to both of you as children. Candy...that sort of thing. Things that you really looked forward to.
2006-09-08 16:23:45 · answer #1 · answered by trivial 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i used to work in a stroke unit. alot of times, patients who could still write and read but were having problems talking enjoyed simple crossword puzzles or word searches - this got their brain working again. but they had to be relatively simple - no new york times level stuff :) the good thing about these things is that while some patients may find them frustrating, they are actually a form of rehab as well because it forces them to use those parts of the brain that may not be working as well. another good choice is music, or perhaps clothing that is easy to put on if he has any physical deficits - sweat pants with elastic waist band (no buttons or zippers), t-shirts or other tops without buttons, sweatshirts, comfortable clothing. good luck!
2006-09-08 23:22:41 · answer #2 · answered by stascia 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
He might enjoy books on tape
2006-09-09 00:29:52 · answer #3 · answered by Leah M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd get him a stuffed animal and some balloons.
2006-09-08 23:24:22 · answer #4 · answered by . 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋