On 5/13/24, Jamie woke up from a nap in extreme shoulder pain and was taken by a friend to the ER. While in the ER, he experienced a seizure, bit his tongue, had a cardiac event, and sustained major orthopedic injuries in both of his shoulders requiring a bilateral surgery to repair. For the next 7 weeks he was in two hospitals and a rehabilitation center that was far away from where we live while his initial injuries were healing up and we've now moved on to the home-care/outpatient portion of his recovery story as of July 2nd! This is a place for the enormous outpouring of love and support we have received so far to unfold and be organized as he takes the next step toward wellness and full-180 degree rotation.
Dietary Restrictions: Jamie - Is lactose Intolerant. Thinks oatmeal and grits are gross. Spices are OK at low-medium levels. Does not like fruits but enjoys juice and smoothies. Ashleigh - pollo/pescatarian (AKA only eats animals with two legs, or none, or ten so long as they also have gills) House Rules: 1. Please plan to leave by 9:00pm weeknights 2. We have two indoor cats - be mindful of the door and please take your meds if you need them! 3. We are a "dry" household until further notice 4. Do not drop the game controllers 5. Please be mindful of Jamie's shoulders and when in doubt - no touchie. His rehab nurses have "lovingly patted" him enough for one lifetime Special Skills Desired: 1. Wound Care Dressing 2. Personal Hygiene Assistance 3. Dishes 4. Recycling/Trash 5. Cat Whisperer 6. Musical Appreciation 7. Video Game Connoisseur 8. Physical Therapist/Personal Trainer 9. Lunch Making/Sous Chef