Garth Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 Our Mexican neighbor had a heart attack a few days ago, and is now home. His son is our gardener, and he also is a gardener. Can anyone offer me advice on how we can support them over the next few months? Are there ongoing services offered here for heart attack victims. They speak no English. We live in Riberas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMBurnen Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 If you are mobile, perhaps drive them to doctor's appointments in Chapala or to the bus station if they have to travel to GDL (at the crack of dawn) to see a specialist under Seguro Popular. How old is the person with the cardiac condition? It may make a difference in their mobility. Best thing is to provide the emotional support you're offering as evidenced by your question. Que bueno! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVGRINGO Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 The patient will need rest, and monitoring of his medications. Transportation to his follow-up appointments is something else you might be able to provide. That, and a daily visit to chat, or just be there, will be most welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garth Posted July 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 Our neighbor who had the heart attack is young, in his mid forties. I can easily offer rides for them. His son has been bringing him over twice a day to use our blood pressure monitor. It offers a good opportunity to talk a little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justathought Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 I have always offered support as In previous posts to neighbors who have lost a dear one or ill . I would also bring over meals ,( healthy ), offer to go to the store for them , etc .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeside7 Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 I guess going to the local SP clinic and setting up a regular appointment, also many services offered by DIF I am very surprised a local Mexican is not up to sped on what services are available, but rides etc will be appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bontepar Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 maybe some food Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suegarn Posted July 24, 2017 Report Share Posted July 24, 2017 On 7/23/2017 at 11:22 AM, Garth said: Our Mexican neighbor had a heart attack a few days ago, and is now home. His son is our gardener, and he also is a gardener. Can anyone offer me advice on how we can support them over the next few months? Are there ongoing services offered here for heart attack victims. They speak no English. We live in Riberas. I'm so glad to see that you are a kind, thoughtful neighbour. Like many others have said on here, rides to appointments, doing their grocery shopping for them, or bringing them prepared food. Any of those things would be appreciated, I'm sure! I know that when my partner passed away, there was only one person who brought me prepared meals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryB Posted July 25, 2017 Report Share Posted July 25, 2017 There are some meds that he MUST take daily from now on. You could ask the son if the patient is managing his meds OK and if they need help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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