August 6

Melinda slept well through the night. OT - Jenna gave her an A for effort for trying to use both hands to put her socks on. Melinda has a lot of work to do on her right hand and arm, but she is starting to move it on her own. Dr. Smith said, "Hemoglobin is fine, but Melinda has an urinary tract infection(UTI)." This will get cleared up with an antibiotic. Still waiting on a call back from the neuro doctor about the neck brace. PT - Teresita and Elizabeth took Melinda down to the gym. She worked with the shopping cart. Her stepping, shifting her hips and posture all have improved from yesterday. As we were walking down the hall, we talked about going to the mall to do some serious shopping. Melinda smiled and said Yes!! ST - Jenny worked with Melinda on addition, sequencing and memory. Jenny said, "Melinda is doing well, her process is slower, but will get better." Melinda's 3rd week evaluation states she is progressing well. Melinda is improving and doing so MUCH better! We know it is all the prayers we have received. They are very much appreciated. Thank you and God Bless!