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[shenmue]

1. Best of luck

Shared. {{{hugs}}}

[shenmue]

3. Thank you.

[pnwmom]

4. You didn't mention his age, but is he getting all of the visiting nurse services that he is probably

eligible for? Even when you are nearby, you will need help. Good luck on this!

[pnwmom]

9. Good for you for getting the disability set up -- that can be quite a challenge.

Here's some general info from Social Security about benefits, phone numbers, etc., in case this is of any help.

http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/EN-05-11011.pdf

[daredtowork]

10. A number have articles hve said thousands die each year

waiting to get through the SSI/SSDI application process. It wouldn't surprise me if the stress involved in having to fall back on the welfare-isn't-there non-system is enough to exacerbate medical conditions and send people to early graves. I really want to see the hard statistics on this as well as some models for how many people could be diverted from permanent disanility with more humane treatment: for instance a temporary disability program that emphasized stability of life situation so people could focus on taking care of their health issue.

[PowerToThePeople]

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[Hoppy]

6. If your father is a combat veteran, contact American Legion.

[Hoppy]

11. Also contact the social service agency at his municipality or county.

They can often find assistance.

[Omaha Steve]

12. Marta and I are in

Good luck.

[Liberal_in_LA]

13. kick

[roguevalley]

15. I gave a donation and I challenge those of you who

can give more to do so if you can. We are looking at 3k. Help a woman help her dad. There is nothing more terrifying than not being there when your DADDY is so ill. Good luck, honey.

Cathy aka Roguevalley COME ON, DU! HELP!

[roguevalley]

17. from me to you back, angel. he looks like my sweet

dad

[pinboy3niner]

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