Tips for Hospital
Hi everyone. I am heading to Perth (live regionally) in a week for double mastectomy and stage one of reconstruction (lat dorsi and tissue expanders inserted). I won't have the luxury of anyone 'poppi...
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So sorry to see you join our exclusive group @Hoe_8 ..... but you've found the right place for support & tips on getting thru it all xx. Just whack up any question that you may have - there are none 'too small'!
If you add your 'region' in your profile, others will know where you are 'generally' - as we have a few Regional WA members .... both north & south of Perth. How are you getting to Perth? Flying or driving? I live in regional NSW & had a lumpectomy and found that a soft cushion helped preventing jarring from bumpy roads .... a 4hr drive to get home.
Here is one link on 'tips on what to take to hospital' .... and the link below that has other info on the blog that may help you find your way around the blog more easily xx
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/16442/prep-for-surgery/p1
We even have some 'funny posts' to get you laughing again xx
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/23477/a-big-welcome-to-all-our-new-members#latest
It's a good idea to cook up lots of frozen dinners if you can before heading to Perth, so it is easier on you when you return home. Will you have family support with you in Perth, other than your son at Uni? Are you aware of the PATS scheme in WA? You can claim petrol mileage & may be given flights to Perth for your trips - and access to a rebate scheme for your accommodation as well. Have you been assigned a Breast Care Nurse yet? They should be able to fill you in on the details - or just google it. xx
If you have financial stress, the Cancer Council and some other philanthropic groups may arrange some assistance there, by way of paying for Rates bills, or giving Vouchers for petrol and/or groceries - don't be afraid to speak to the hospital Social Worker whilst you are there, as you are the single bread winner. xx
take care and all the best xx
If you add your 'region' in your profile, others will know where you are 'generally' - as we have a few Regional WA members .... both north & south of Perth. How are you getting to Perth? Flying or driving? I live in regional NSW & had a lumpectomy and found that a soft cushion helped preventing jarring from bumpy roads .... a 4hr drive to get home.
Here is one link on 'tips on what to take to hospital' .... and the link below that has other info on the blog that may help you find your way around the blog more easily xx
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/16442/prep-for-surgery/p1
We even have some 'funny posts' to get you laughing again xx
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/23477/a-big-welcome-to-all-our-new-members#latest
It's a good idea to cook up lots of frozen dinners if you can before heading to Perth, so it is easier on you when you return home. Will you have family support with you in Perth, other than your son at Uni? Are you aware of the PATS scheme in WA? You can claim petrol mileage & may be given flights to Perth for your trips - and access to a rebate scheme for your accommodation as well. Have you been assigned a Breast Care Nurse yet? They should be able to fill you in on the details - or just google it. xx
If you have financial stress, the Cancer Council and some other philanthropic groups may arrange some assistance there, by way of paying for Rates bills, or giving Vouchers for petrol and/or groceries - don't be afraid to speak to the hospital Social Worker whilst you are there, as you are the single bread winner. xx
take care and all the best xx