Quick Update

Jack slept most of the day yesterday, most likely due to the Diastat. He was a little cranky, but it's to be expected.

He went to school today -- and they called saying he seemed really sleepy. They weren't alarmed and I said it was fine with me for him to nap if need be. So we'll see how his day went!

Also, we are ordering Jack's new wheelchair next week! He had a mobility eval completed and I've been bugging the poor vendor non-stop with our wishlist and questions. He's been amazing to work with. We still have to wait for insurance approval -- please keep your fingers crossed that this part goes smoothly!

We are getting Jack a Quickie Zippie manual wheelchair. It has everything on my wishlist and will be his chair for a long, long time to come.

Here were the things I've learned are important for us and Jack when using his wheelchair:

• Platform flip up foot plate
  
• Tie down option for transportation
  
• Toe loops
  
• Arm rests to help with transfers (to walker or stationary chair)
  
• Velcro leg holder
  
• Mag wheels
  
• Spoke guards
  
• Clothes guard/side guard
  
• 22" tires or 24" tires (so he can still work on self propelling)
  
• Anti tip rear
  
• Push breaks
  
• Wheelchair Back Pack
  
• Harness Chest Support
  
• Buckle Style Lap Belt
  
• Small lateral supports
  
• Pommel on seat to help prevent sliding
  

I must run! Morgan is calling!!