7 Things I Worry About in Advance of My Nursing Home Stay

Posted by Dr. El - June 13, 2011 - For Fun, Personal Reflections - 9 Comments

How I’m going to manage my lip balm addiction
Being cold in those flimsy cotton house dresses
Controlling my temper when staff members call me “Honey” in that high-pitched, patronizing tone
The mortifying trip from room to shower half-draped in a sheet (see “being cold” and “controlling my temper,” above)
How I’m going to get outside for fresh air, even in the winter
Getting dark, leafy greens in my salad
Internet access

One potential problem I’ve already solved: