Merv hasn't been out of room for weeks, he is so comfortable there and too uncomfortable to go elsewhere. Myself and his carer hoaxed him into his wheelchair a few days before Vicki's visit. We took him to the cafe area, enjoyed a short walk outside and a round or two of cards.
There was hope Merv would enjoy lunch with his sister in the cafe area a few days later. The day arrived but nothing would budge him. "No, No, No." was his answer.
Mel accompanied me to the care facility that morning, she was looking forward to see her Aunty.
Where there is Plan A there is always room for Plan B. We threw Plan A out the window and brought Vicki and her carers to see Merv in his room. She shrieked with joy as he appeared in her vision. He grinned back. It was lovely to see. Lunch was soon served and once again they were apart. With lunch in the cafe area finished and everyone fed our chatting brought bonding between us all.
Plan B back in action with us pushing Vicki back to Merv's room. Vicki's carers are just young girls but they did something I had not thought of. They put Vicki's chair next to Merv's and encouraged them to hold hands which they did and then they left the room for a few minutes to give them their own space. They didn't talk to one another. Communication is difficult for both of them; they simply sat in the quiet holding hands. It was a precious time.
Vicki's carers were so touched they promised to bring her back the next day which they did. Merv and his sister ate lunch together in his room and they held hands once again. I don't know how long it will before they see each other again. I'm glad it was such a lovely time for them both.
