Psycho-Babble Administration Thread 4247

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The scary city - Dr. Bob or any Chicago resident

Posted by Chris A. on April 20, 2002, at 23:05:51

Does anyone know where patients can stay in Chicago sporadically when there for medical treatment? My father-in-law was just diagnosed with a myelodysplasic disorder (bone CA). He is starting a clinical trial with an experimental medication that he is to receive once a week for eight months, and has to be at Rush once a week. They live 500 miles away from Chicago and don't want to move away from family. The air service from where they live is lacking, and we are concerned about them trying to drive 1,000 miles so frequently, especially if he is not feeling well or has side effects from the treatment. They hadn't considered the possibility of staying over for two treatments at a time until I mentioned it as a possibility. They can't afford to check into the University Hyatt on a frequent basis.
Any leads would be appreciated. They have been so overwhelmed that they haven't factored in the transportation and lodging aspects. I guess that's not unusual when you're told to go home, get your affairs in order and take your last vacation. They see this drug as his only hope. Sorry for the off-topic post. We are all a bit clueless about Chicago.

Thanks,

Chris A.

Re: The scary city

Posted by Dr. Bob on April 21, 2002, at 11:50:06

In reply to The scary city - Dr. Bob or any Chicago resident, posted by Chris A. on April 20, 2002, at 23:05:51

> Does anyone know where patients can stay in Chicago sporadically when there for medical treatment?

Maybe the social worker (or someone else) on the treatment team might have some suggestions? Or maybe even other patients? This probably isn't the first time this has come up. Best wishes,

Bob

Re: The scary city

Posted by Chris A. on April 21, 2002, at 17:35:02

In reply to Re: The scary city, posted by Dr. Bob on April 21, 2002, at 11:50:06

Dr. Bob,
Thanks very much for the suggestions. Linking up with a Rush social worker is something I can probably do. We feel like we aren't of much help, being so far away from them.

Thanks for all of your work, and responding. I've learned a lot from this board. Sometimes textbooks and journal articles don't tell "the whole story." Just knowing we're not alone is a big help.

Blessings

Chris A.

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