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Originally Posted by Maudcat 
John, kinda surprised that the fact you did not have a driver/helper wasn’t addressed earlier in the process.
When I had cataract surgery last year, that was a question asked while scheduling.
Not blaming you, and I certainly sympathize with your being alone for the procedure.
Anyway, now that you know what to expect, do you have a friend who can help you next time?
So glad you are happy with results.
I opted for corrective lenses, which are not covered by insurance.
Worth it, though, as I now only wear glasses for driving at night, which I rarely do anyway.
When I had cataract surgery last year, that was a question asked while scheduling.
Not blaming you, and I certainly sympathize with your being alone for the procedure.
Anyway, now that you know what to expect, do you have a friend who can help you next time?
So glad you are happy with results.
I opted for corrective lenses, which are not covered by insurance.
Worth it, though, as I now only wear glasses for driving at night, which I rarely do anyway.
No, I will not have anybody to drive me the next time when I get surgery on my other eye. But I'm fine with that. John
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Originally Posted by DarklingSong
Delighted it went well John. I don't have any experience with eye surgery but if you got such great results this time it must be tempting to get the other eye done?
As to going home alone.....yes, I can see how it is lonely. Might be worth trying to get out this weekend and connect with others?
As to going home alone.....yes, I can see how it is lonely. Might be worth trying to get out this weekend and connect with others?
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This fairly minor situation was a wake up call if and when I will need any major medical help in the future. I pride myself in being very independent and capable of taking care of myself with no help, but there might be a time when I will have to rely on others for help. Just the reality of getting older. I guess I could move into a retirement community that provides services for senior citizens, but I don't feel I need that right now. I think there are agencies in my area that provide services to senior citizens. Now might be the time to look into them. John
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That’s a good idea. Check with your local Council on Aging, and there are likely senior resource agencies.
My mother’s town has subsidized housing for the elderly, but there is a waiting list. If that is the way you eventually want to go, best to look into it sooner rather than later.
My mother’s town has subsidized housing for the elderly, but there is a waiting list. If that is the way you eventually want to go, best to look into it sooner rather than later.
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Originally Posted by Maudcat
That’s a good idea. Check with your local Council on Aging, and there are likely senior resource agencies.
My mother’s town has subsidized housing for the elderly, but there is a waiting list. If that is the way you eventually want to go, best to look into it sooner rather than later.
My mother’s town has subsidized housing for the elderly, but there is a waiting list. If that is the way you eventually want to go, best to look into it sooner rather than later.
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