Voc Rehab Called Me Today

[Pete53]

After four years the new Voc Rehab Officer who has been very nice to me called and said a new bed has been ordered and I should get it soon. Its not here but sounds like we got it.

Don't give up no matter how discouraged you are with any claim. Things change and so do people. I have had four voc rehab officers.

I am pretty sure they are going to turn down the a/c that was recommended but I will probably appeal that.

So don't forget to have an open mind and don't be afraid to ask for stuff cause they do have a budget ot 25,000 for each Veteran they qualify. They won't tell you.

The reason for Independent Living is to keep a Veteran in their home. Also a Veteran who rents can get stuff if the owner agrees.

[Tbird]

I am so glad this came through for you Pete, anything to make your life a bit better is a well deserved benefit.

[Wings]

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New beds are Nice!!! How will you train yourself to sleep on your back? Guess you can start in the "up" position and lower yourseslf down a few notches a week?

Thanks for updating and encouraging others to join with the Voc Rehab. program. ~Wings

[Pete53]

Dear Wings:

It is actually amazing what has happened. I have slept more in last two days than I usually sleep all week. When you lay down you slowly sink a little into mattress and it sort of locks you in. The man that brought the bed adjusted the bed where I am slighly raised at head and feet and saved the position. Now when I want to sleep I usde 1 pillow and set to sleep. I used to toss and turn but pretty much stay in sleeping position on back. No more 4 to 6 pillows and sleeping on side so far at least.

To be frank if I had to buy a bed like this it would have never happened. And yet a good nights rest is probably a thing I have had the least for over 20 years and maybe longer.

I am not saying that everyone needs a bed like this but it is something to consider if you can get ILP from Voc Rehab. Most people who do not sleep well underestimate the value of a good nights rest but many of the people we deal with do.

This morning I woke up at 6 when the massage feature started working. Freaked me out a little need to find out how to turn that feature off.

The shower I got from the grant has been great and the bed is fantastic. If that is all I am still happy and this spring will go ahead and get a new a/c system and make payments for 2 or 3 years.

The main reason I have posted about this is cause I think that not many Veterans are aware that a monthly check is not all that they are entitled to get from VA.

Mike Harris used to be our goto guy about Independent Living. He helped and still does a lot of Veterans. If I can help in any way I will try.

Pete

[john999]

I guess if you have a CPAP sleeping on your back and being comfortable is important. What kind of bed did you get, Pete? I have an adjustable bed regular springs. My problem is my lower back. I have pillows to put under my knees. I can'g sleep on my side since I have problems with shoulder injuries and TMJ.

[jbasser]

Pete, I bought one of these. I love it. The only thing I see wrong with it is the fact that it is hard to get out of. you kind of have to roll to the edge and fall off.

Another advantage is that you will never have to worry about bed bugs with that mattress. Aint going to happen.

Basser

[donh777]

Hi all....Gives me hope.....Contract consulant was here the 22nd. She was going to recommend....1. New bed 2. new walk in shower. 3 Stool riser...4. computer ( Desk top)...Garage doors (old ones wood and I can't lift because of back ddd....6 A chair that lifts you up and throws you to the floor...Just kidding on last part..