Monday, July 14, 2008

Nice birthday party!

We had a nice birthday party for Jess with 15 of our friends. Unfortunately, Jess has lost touch with all of his old friends so he got to celebrate with our wonderful friends. Two of the guys Jess grew up with did call to wish him a happy birthday. I am sure it made his day. I let him listen to their message several times and he would just smile. Jess even blew out one candle.
It was Brandie's last day on Jess' birthday so we said good-bye and wished her the best with her new addition they will be having in September. I know Jess misses her and so do we. We are looking for her replacement. We are actually looking for two different people. Here are descriptions of both positions:

Personal Care Assistant

Looking for a reliable, non-smoking, patient, caring and honest individual to assist parents with disabled son. Must have a compassionate heart and interest in helping with his physical and cognitive rehabilitation and be able to cope with the physical demands of the job. CNA license preferred. CPR & 1st aid required. Flexible hours with hourly wage dependent on experience & qualifications. Email twohelpers@gmail.com for job description, details, questions and application or call 208-788-4816.

Companion

Looking for a caring, patient, non-smoking individual with an interest in assisting a 21 year old man with multiple disabilities. Need someone 1-2 flexible hours a day or evening to do various activities such as reading to him, helping him access computer learning programs, initiating art projects, playing games, helping with range of motion exercises or spending time outdoors. Email twohelpers@gmail.com for an application or with questions or call 208-788-4816.

If anyone knows of someone who might be interested, please pass on the info.

We also had a nice 4th of July weekend. I went to get my mom so she could be here for Jess' birthday. Jess gave her a big smile when he first saw her. I am sure after her being around him for 21 years he does miss her. We all do. We also took mom & Jess to watch the fireworks on the bike path. The next day we went for a ride up north and stopped to visit some friends who were camping. The wild flowers were beautiful! Summer is going by fast...I hope you are all making the most of it. We will be shoveling snow before we know it!