New Caregiver
Fri, 08/30/2013 - 6:48PMMy husband had his LVAD placed two days ago. Today I changed out the controller for the first time. I was so nervous I would screw something up. The staff who were there coaching me were full of support and encouragement. There is so much to learn and do every day I worry. Will be up to the task?
My husband got his LVAD in March. It does seem overwhelming…
Mon, 09/02/2013 - 7:57AMMy husband got his LVAD in March. It does seem overwhelming at first but it soon becomes routine. Good luck. You will be fine.
MY HUSBAND HAD HIS LVAD IN 2010, HE IS DOING GREAT, AS FOR…
Tue, 09/03/2013 - 8:25PMMY HUSBAND HAD HIS LVAD IN 2010, HE IS DOING GREAT, AS FOR ME, I'M 99% BETTER, I STILL HAVE MY MOMENTS BUT IT'S GETTING BETTER , THANKS TO THE SUPPORT FROM THE MY LVAD MEETING ONLINE THE FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH, IT HAS HELPED ME ALOT.
I KNOW YOU AND ALL OTHER CARETAKERS WILL MAKE IT.
In all honesty - it depends on the health of your recipient…
Sat, 10/05/2013 - 5:39PMIn all honesty - it depends on the health of your recipient. One gal said her husband was "doing great". Mine cries every day and has not had one day free from sickness, pain, or sadness since he had his done. Of course, his VAD implant was a surprise and non-consentual after a failed by-pass, and his heart condition was sudden and immediate - perhaps your recipients have chosen the VAD to correct a long-suffered illness. My husband is also small in stature, and his malnourished shoulders cannot barely bear the weight of the batteries. So, not trying to be a downer, just a realist, one's ability to bear caregiving may be proportionate to the health of your recipient.
Yes, you will be up to the task. Just take one day at a…
Wed, 10/16/2013 - 7:23AMYes, you will be up to the task. Just take one day at a time and you will be fine. Just remember your coordinator is your rock to lean on they will get you through any issues