As you may know, my 23 year old daughter has multiple chronic diseases and disorders. We leave tomorrow morning and will be flying most of the day to the Mayo Clniic (Minnesota) for several days of testing. My daughter is already not feeling well, and traveling is stressful for her My husband can't come with us due to work schedules. So it's up to me to keep things calm and get her up and to the taxi and do all the care-giver details that are necessary when taking a trip. Thankfully my adult son will be able to be in and out of our apartment (he has his own place about 10 minutes away but he'll stop in and check mail, feed the fish, and probably help himself to groceries - he's a hungry boy and I enjoy making the occasional special treat for him still!). So there are no worries there. It's just the travel. And at the Mayo, I'll be responsible for all the schedules, and getting my daughter to and from appointments. Thankfully, the Mayo is extremely generous with wheelchairs so my daughter won't have to wear herself out. Of course, that means I wear myself out pushing her, but I'll manage.
Anyway, I won't be on here for a week, and I'd sure appreciate any positive thoughts, happy thoughts, prayers, etc. It's going to be a long week! I have found that this site is generally helpful, encouraging, insightful and kind. And I appreciate that. So I guess my question is, would you please keep me in your thoughts this week? Thank you so much.
I think you will find the staff there will go above and beyond to help you both.
Very excited for you that you may get some answers and relief soon.
Wishing you safe and easy travels and sending many thoughts of strength and healing!
I loved Erica T.'s answer and hope that you will have an equally positive experience as she and her family did.
J. F.
E.,
I live in Rochester. My husband, SIL, and many friends work at Mayo Clinic. My dad had extensive surgery at Mayo about three years ago. You and your daughter will be in the very best of hands. If there is anything that you need help with don't hesitate to ask at the clinic. They will do everything they can to help make your time at Mayo the best they can. If you need help with pushing the wheelchair, they can probably find someone who can help.
I know from my dad's experience that you will be meeting with some of the most compassionate people in the medical field. There are chaplains on staff and every local church has pastors who will make visits to the clinic. If you can't make the phone call, they will find someone who can. The people who live in Rochester are generally caring people and just about anyone you stop on the street will be more than happy to answer questions. I have seen some of the most amazing acts of simple compassion since I have lived in Rochester.
If you are feeling up to it and need a little lift, on Thursdays in downtown, just outside the clinic, there is Thursdays on First. It is an art market type setting with live music and food booths. I've heard many Mayo visitors say it was such a breath of fresh air to step away from the clinic for even a short time and helped them to forget for awhile what they were dealing with.
I have kind of a busy week, but if there is anything you need, please private message me. If I can't help, I can try to find someone who can. I will be thinking of you this week and you will be in my prayers.
E.
Healing thoughts and prayers on the way to you, your daughter and your whole family!
Hoping that mayo may have some of the answers you seek.
Keep us posted!
Praying for your daughter & for you, being a caregiver is so very hard. I'll be praying things go smoothly on your flights & that Mayo will be able to help your daughter. Please don't hesitate to ask for help, at the airport, from the taxi drivers, from the aides, secretaries, nurses, drs..there are angels everywhere! I hope you'll be able to take a few minutes each day to take care of you..maybe indulge in chocolate, a hot shower, a cup of coffee. You'll both be in my thoughts & prayers this week, please keep us updated.
Keeping you and your daughter in my thoughts and prayers this week!
Good luck!
Remember, you're a mom. That means you can do anything!
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You can do this. Keep thinking positive thoughts, picture your daughter well and happy.
The mind is incredible in it's ability to impact our physical health. Whether you pray, meditate or just think healing, positive thoughts you will help your daughter. Be mentally strong for her so that she will feel your energy and benefit from your frame of mind.
Peaceful, prayerful and positive vibes are contagious. I'm sending lots your way.
Wishing you a productive visit at the Mayo Clinic and I hope you get the help and answers your family is looking for. I hope your daughter does not get too exhausted (nor you) - she is lucky to have you to take her and care for her. She sounds like a strong courageous girl.
Best thoughts and prayers to you and your daughter and safe travels :)
You got it E.. God bless you on your trip and I hope you find answers for your daughter.
Thinking of you. Keep us posted!!
Absolutely!
I hope you and your family get the answers you are seeking.
Sending you prayers of strength, patience and peace.
I hope you are able to find a few moments for yourself to remember what a strong and loving mother you are.
Keep us posted
I am glad you shared your plans. I will keep you in my thoughts and I hope the Mayo clinic will be able to help your daughter. I hope your travel is smooth and uneventful.
Please keep us posted on what happens.
Blessings!
L.
I don't know exactly what the health issues are with your daughter but I would look to see if there is a support group in Rochester for her condition, or a church group who has volunteers to help you. If you can get the help from volunteers to push your daughter's wheelchair you will have some welcome relief. You will also have someone who understands to talk to as you are waiting for her to complete tests.
Anyway, sending good thoughts to and your daughter. I sincerely hope you get some answers and hopefully a resolution.
All the kind thoughts and vibes coming your way for you and your daughter. Hopefully all goes well and only positive things come through this and all answers sought are given. Best wishes and the safest of travels.
May you have successful test results that help your daughter;s health issues and may she heal.
I also hope that you do find time to take care of yourself.
You will be in my thoughts. Do let us know how the outcome when you return.
the other S.
Absolutely. Good luck.
Many prayers and positive thoughts for you and your daughter.
I have know two people who have sought treatment at the Mayo clinic. Both were very happy with the compassion and courtesy in which they were treated. I'm hopeful that your experience will be the same!
Safe travels. Please keep us posted.
Of course, saying prayers & thinking good thoughts.
Hoping you find some help along the way to make your trip a little easier.
Wishing you well, E. - hope you get some answers and hope you are able to take care of yourself a little while caring for your ill daughter.
Blessings and strength to you both!
Praying you and your daughter have strength during this difficult time.
E., sending prayers and positive thoughts your way. Your daughter's case seems overwhelmingly complex and I pray that the doctors at the Mayo Clinic find some common threads that they can treat so that she can begin to get well and live the life someone as young as her deserves to live, and so that you can get some relief from your worry and care taking. Blessings to you both, please keep us posted when you get back!
Hopefully they will get to the bottom of all this! My thoughts will be with you.
Praying for safe travels for you and your daughter. May you find peace and calm during this time.
Prayers and good thoughts to you both. Good luck with everything!
Just prayed for you and your daughter! <3
Absolutely! You have my thoughts and prayers!
