Here we wait, outside Roswell, for transportation company to pick mom up with wheelchair van and return her to rehab facility. It has been a difficult afternoon for mom, to put it mildly.

Dad and I arrived ahead of mom’s appointment. We went straight to imaging department. To our dismay, the transportation company did not communicate clearly that they just drop patient off outside. It would have been helpful for them to let us know to meet mom at a designated point. She was scared for a minute.

After getting her into imaging department, the techs did their best to get mom’s tests done quickly, while keeping her discomfort to a minimum. They were professional and kind. Mom is in so much pain, and only getting Tylenol to ease it. Her strength is amazing. Still feisty, joking though obviously suffering.

Having spent hours today seeking answers for mom’s condition, it seems we will have to wait a few days for results. It was also indicated to dad that further tests may be scheduled. Given mom’s weakened state, dad and I are extremely frustrated about the complete lack of care coordination from facility to facility. Dad has spoken with mom’s care providers at rehab regularly since her arrival. Prior to that, he communicated clearly with medical staff during her hospital stay. If the patient’s family has provided a clear history of said patient, why is there no communication between the professional providers? Roswell staff struggled with mom today. These kids had no prior knowledge of mom’s other existing medical condition. We were all reminded today that information is key, particularly in matters of the treatment of a loved one.

Mom was transported back to rehab, dad and I not far behind. We made sure she was safely back in her room before returning home. We had a brief window visit, saying our goodnights. Mom was exhausted. She will surely rest well tonight. I pray that she does.

Dad and I are grateful for the health care mom has received, and continues to receive. We have immense respect for health care professionals, at all levels, in every position. But, we are disappointed in the lack of communication and absence of continuity among facilities.

Please continue to pray for mom, and for all those living with chronic illness. Thank you all for your concern and love. We have each other, therefore we have everything.

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