Update: on Perky

Linda called tonight to let us know what's been going on with Perky. They were in Iowa City with an ALS specialist. They're going to get her set up for a breathing machine, for now it's going to be used at night, and in the day if she gets really tired. They're also getting a machine to help her communicate, they're not sure if it'll be one you type on or a touch screen. In about 2 or 3 weeks she will be having a feeding tube put in, Perky has not wanted it so far but has recently changed her mind. The Dr. said she is maintaining her weight so she is getting enough nutrients. Linda said she gets tired very easy when they're out shopping. Perky is also having problems with her eyes. Her left eye has cateract and she'll be having laser surgery withing the next week. In her right eye they found scar tissue and wanted to do surgery to remove that. The Dr. said that it wont get worse so Linda and Perky are opting not to do that surgery at this time. Also in her right eye she has a leak and they will be repairing that. Linda also said that they're applying for help through the Veterans admin. and now she is automatically on medicare. Linda will call us later on when they start doing the surgeries.