I just received word that my scooter order just went in. It took a little while longer, but everything is complete and I should be receiving my chariot in a couple of weeks. This is great news since I suspect that I will soon need it to assist my getting around not long after arrives. When we started the process a couple of months ago, I felt it was premature. I was still walking fine and had no trouble getting around. I felt guilty ordering something so expensive while my legs felt strong. It was on Dr C’s (my palliative physician) recommendations that I went ahead with it and now it appears to be a good call. The legs are getting a bit tired now and I’m going to need that zoom-mobile pretty soon to help me get around.
I’ve always said that there is always something to be thankful for and this is a great example of just that. Normally, a scooter isn’t in the cards for me. The normal process here is to go directly to a motorized wheelchair when walking becomes difficult. It’s all part of the government compensation guidelines and the insurance process. For me, this sucks because the scooter would be so helpful in helping me retain a sense of normality for a little while longer. It’s only because of the The Americans with Disability Act and great people such as Dr C, Tony, and a few others who pushed beyond the “No” to make it happen.
I am grateful, it is something I will always keep in mind. The power we all have to significantly impact the lives of those around us. Dr C and Tony could have stopped. Their job didn’t require them to push as far as they did and I wouldn’t have faulted them – they were doing their job. But, because of them I will get to enjoy this life a little better for a little while long – Thanks, I owe you one.
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