I suppose one could say that much was accomplished today. Data is now in the psych unit at the Coliseum Hospital. I do not know how long she will be there, but long enough to get proper psychotropic meds in place, along with any other meds the Doctors deem necessary. When she leaves, she will go directly into the Flint River Memory Center (near the Northside hospital) where she will remain as a resident. The cost is high: $3,000 + per month plus med copays and other incidentals. This will be a real stretch financially, but hopefully it will work out. I took her daughter, Linda, there today, so she could see the facility. Diane, also Data’s daughter, is aware, as well. I  had a long talk with Ralph and he is agreeable. I am sure it will be difficult for him, both emotionally and financially, but he knows that something has to be done.

Ralph was dismissed from the hospital, just as I was leaving this afternoon. He should be at home within an hour or so. Tests today did not reveal anything of consequence, so I guess we will just have to wait for the next event.

No visitors for Data while in psych unit, at least for the next few days. After that, only I and certain family members can visit. When she is moved to the Memory Center, visitors are welcome anytime.

These are major, life-changing decisions, so please keep this family in your prayers, and don’t forget to pray for me, as I attempt to make this journey with them.