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Title: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: Auntie V on February 06, 2009, 10:38:14 AM

Hello All! My name is Vicki and I am the caregiver for my 84 year old Mom. We just went to our first dialysis treatment at the center yesterday. Mom was in the hospital for 30 days and just got out Wednesday. Needless to say I am going to have lots of questions. CKD is new for us. Mom has lots of other problems that are making things more difficult. She has CHF, Diabetes, Heart Valve Failure and Liver problems to name just a few.

I have looked around a little bit but need to spend some time getting to know my way around. I am looking forward to getting to know everyone.

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: Wenchie58 on February 06, 2009, 10:46:29 AM

Hiya Auntie V!
  I'm a Vicki too!  Welcome to IHD. Take your time, look around.  I have found that this site has more information than one could ever expect.  And the people....ahhhh what can you say....they're a WONDERFUL bunch!

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: rose1999 on February 06, 2009, 10:49:13 AM

Hi from  :ukflag; I too am a carer for my Dad who is 80, he has heart failure, PAD, AAA and other problems so I understand what you are going through.  The people here will give you all the support and answers you need.  :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: paul.karen on February 06, 2009, 10:50:35 AM

 :waving; Vicki

Glad that you found the best site for Dialysis patients and caregivers.
If you cant find the answers by browsing many people here have vast real life experiences in many aspects
of dialysis and other ailments.
I feel bad for you and your mom.  But i am glad you are there for her :thumbup;.
Hope to see you on many of the threads.
P&K

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: willieandwinnie on February 06, 2009, 12:27:09 PM

:welcomesign; Vicki. Bless your heart and your Mom. There are lots of caregivers here and the information you gain will be a life safer and don;t forget the support that everyone offers. We hope to hear more from you and take your time looking around, loads of information posted in older threads.  :cuddle;

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: Tinah1968 on February 06, 2009, 01:06:23 PM

Welcome and thought I am new I have found very caring people and lots of information on this site. Never be afraid to ask a question ..  :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: Romona on February 06, 2009, 01:16:06 PM

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: pelagia on February 06, 2009, 01:20:06 PM

 :welcomesign;  It's great that you found IHD!

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: Joe Paul on February 06, 2009, 01:42:00 PM

Welcome Vicki, good to have you aboard.

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: thegrammalady on February 06, 2009, 02:05:39 PM

:welcomesign; this is a good place to land. i'm in castle rock, let me know if there is anything i can help with?

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: jessup on February 06, 2009, 02:08:36 PM

G'day and  :welcomesign; mate
I am a caregiver too
This site is a bloody ripper
I can assure you that you and your Mum will find the best support here
Keep reading past threads
I have learnt so much here and have found the IHD family very supportive
Take care

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: monrein on February 06, 2009, 03:34:07 PM

 :welcomesign; 

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: Bajanne on February 06, 2009, 04:36:29 PM

Welcome to our community, Vicki!!  This is one of the best things you could have done for your mom (and for yourself)!  This is the place for information, support and even some lighthearted fun at times.  This is much more than a website, as many will tell you - it is a genuine family  :grouphug;  caring and sharing.  We will be with you through the good times and the difficult ones.  Just keep reading and keep posting so that we will know how you mom and you are doing.
Looking forward to hearing from you.




Bajanne, Moderator

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: petey on February 07, 2009, 03:28:47 AM

From one caregiver to another, welcome!

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: boxman55 on February 07, 2009, 09:03:36 AM

Hi and welcome to IHD. please take your time getting to know the site and ask questions. There are alot of informed members to help you.


Boxman,Moderator

Title: Re: Hello From Colorado...New Caregiver
Post by: Dan.Larrabee on February 11, 2009, 05:18:48 PM

Hi! :waving;