Support – Thurs 27th Feb 2014
By Jeannette | February 27, 2014
I’m having a bit of a multi-task tonight, it’s been “one of those weeks”, which followed one last week.
For reasons which I haven’t yet gone into, D was very let down by our local doctors which resulted in last week’s poorly D and their (the doctors) lack of co-operation has meant that although we thought we were four months down the line with treatment, we’re more than likely back at the beginning.
It’s not fair on her and calls aren’t being returned (by the hospital who initiated the treatment), potential appointments to discuss are impossible to get and I was floundering, really floundering.
Until today.
The school nurse at D’s school asked to see me and we went through everything that had (or hadn’t) been going on. She has said she will try and get through to those people who aren’t returning calls and try and get some answers. To finally feel that someone has taken the time to a) listen and b) offer support is a relief.
I’ve got my fingers and toes crossed.
It’s been fab to see some sun this week (although snow may be on the way?!?) but “support” is both my Word Of The Week and my Reason To Be Cheerful this week because positivity rules!
Thanks for reading Jx
40 Comments
Karen Sellers on 27th February 2014 at 9:08 pm.
So pleased that someone is going to be kicking some butt on your behalf xx
Jeannette on 27th February 2014 at 9:34 pm.
Me too, me too and thank you for always being there xx
Michelle Twin Mum on 27th February 2014 at 10:01 pm.
Yay for the school nurse, I hope she gets you the help that you need. Have a good weekend, Mich x
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 6:50 am.
Thanks Mich, you too x
LakesSingleMum on 27th February 2014 at 10:45 pm.
really hope your school nurse kicks butt! my daughter has had some super help with hers in the past
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 6:51 am.
That’s great to know, I’m hopeful that she’ll get results 🙂
Kate Holmes on 28th February 2014 at 8:22 am.
Annoyed. You are a fab mum and should have back-up from the authorities not rubbish. Keep seeking support from whatever agencies/charities that can help you kick ass when needed. @kateonthinice
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:34 pm.
Thanks Kate, we will do. It was just such a good feeling that someone was offering to help, hopefully we’ll start to get some answers soon 🙂
sharon powell on 28th February 2014 at 8:23 am.
What a tough week for all of you. Glad to see some positives though and I hope it keeps getting better. Fingers are crossed for you x #WotW
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:34 pm.
Thank you Sharon, finger crossing is appreciated 🙂
Looking for Blue Sky on 28th February 2014 at 8:28 am.
Real support make such a huge difference doesn’t it? What a fab reason to be cheerful xx
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:35 pm.
Thanks, it cheered me up no end 🙂
Mummy Tries on 28th February 2014 at 9:16 am.
Sounds so stressful, poor you & poor D! Hope you get some answers asap #WotW
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:36 pm.
Thanks, me too *fingers crossed* 🙂
Redpeffer on 28th February 2014 at 9:48 am.
That sounds really hard, it’s very difficult when those in the system don’t play fair. Or at least it seems that way. Thank goodness for the school nurse. I hope she can help move you forward x
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:37 pm.
Thanks Iona, I hope we’ll start to make progress now x
Jocelyn (@ihavecards) on 28th February 2014 at 11:43 am.
Great word, and so glad that you’re finally getting some, as it sounds really difficult and stressful for you. Hope you make some progress now. Thanks for sharing with #WotW x
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:38 pm.
Thanks Jocelyn, me too. Even if the nurse gets no further than me, the fact she listened, was as frustrated as I am about it all and offered to help was fantastic 🙂
Kim Carberry on 28th February 2014 at 11:46 am.
Ohh no! How terrible! I hope you get some answers soon x
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:38 pm.
Thanks Kim, me too x
Amanda Walsh on 28th February 2014 at 12:51 pm.
Defintely a word I can relate to!! Hope you see some positive progress #WotW
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:39 pm.
Thanks Amanda, me too 🙂
Anne on 28th February 2014 at 1:39 pm.
I know where you are coming from having had a nightmare of the last six months, I think the consultants secretary knows me by voice when I call now. Thankfully, I too have just had some support with a review appointment I’ve been waiting for for ages 🙂 Good luck xx
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:41 pm.
Thanks Anne, I’m glad your appointment is sorted and I hope it goes well. It’s the complete lack of response that is so frustrating. Good luck 🙂
rebecca beesley on 28th February 2014 at 7:52 pm.
Really hope things get sorted out for you. So frustrating when things that should be put in place aren’t and i’m so glad you found someone who is going to help. x
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:42 pm.
Thanks so much Rebecca, hopefully we’ll get some answers soon 🙂
Sam on 28th February 2014 at 8:16 pm.
So glad to read that the school nurse has offered that support. I haven’t had to deal too much with the health service (touch wood) but in a situation like this it is so incredibly helpful to have an advocate for you on the inside as it were. I hope she can work some magic for you. #WotW
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:43 pm.
So agreed Sam, if there’s anyway she can get beyond the “wall” and get some progress, it would be fantastic 🙂
Broody Me on 28th February 2014 at 8:17 pm.
I’m glad you are getting some support x #WotW
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:44 pm.
Thanks, me too. Just having someone listen and understanding was a great relief 🙂
TwoBoysOneMum on 28th February 2014 at 8:21 pm.
aw it’s so frustrating when you have to fight for basic things. Hope all improves soon! #pocolo
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:44 pm.
Thank you 🙂
leanne on 28th February 2014 at 8:59 pm.
its soo refreshing and soothing when someone just listens!.. I hope everything is sorted ASAP for you… #PoCoLo
Jeannette on 28th February 2014 at 9:46 pm.
Thanks Leanne, she listened and understood and *fingers crossed*, we’ll start to get somewhere now 🙂
Vaichin@RamblingThroughParenth on 1st March 2014 at 12:02 am.
Good to see there is some support in place. #WotW
Jeannette on 2nd March 2014 at 8:49 pm.
Thank you 🙂
Victoria Welton on 1st March 2014 at 6:35 pm.
The school nurse sounds great – no wonder that is your word of the week. Thanks for linking to PoCoLo x
Jeannette on 2nd March 2014 at 8:49 pm.
Thanks Vicky, she was so supportive 🙂
Faded Seaside Mama on 2nd March 2014 at 6:44 pm.
Wow! So glad you’re finally getting some support after being let down by those you trusted. I hope the nurse comes good on her promises and you get where you need to.
Jeannette on 2nd March 2014 at 8:49 pm.
Thanks, me too. No further news yet but that might (she types hopefully) be a good sign 🙂