Sound the horns! Dad has finally been moved from the ICU to his own room. This means he has a mailing address! It also means that he will now be able to rest a bit easier, and have more space to move around.
I called the hospital this morning I was happy to hear that they were arranging his transport to an in-patient room where he will remain for the rest of his stay at the hospital. After a final clearance from his doctor (and 3 unanticipated days in the ICU) they moved him to room 6118.
Once there, I made sure the phones worked. Dad picked right up; he seemed bright and lucid. We had a short talk, but he sounded better than the last time we spoke! He is still very tired and can only talk for a few seconds at a time (he is not allowed to drink water). However, I would like to make it clear that Scott is not currently taking phone calls. Please do not contact him directly through the telephone.
But do feel free to send him your letters and gifts (if you have them ready and waiting--I know there are a few!). Here is his address:
Scott Carey
UPMC Passavant, Room 6118
9100 Babcock Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
USA
Unbeknownst to him, Allie and I are driving back down to Pittsburgh tomorrow morning to visit. We're looking forward to seeing him healthier and in a better room. Hopefully this suprise winter (spring?) weather storm doesn't slow us down too much...
Cheers,
Adam
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