On arrival of my shift with Loretta, Fela was coming downstairs. We received handover from Kingsley, and shortly after, Carla called to advise on the activities for the day. Fela was very vocal and went to relax in the lounge.
I updated the board and went through it with him, explaining that Mama would be driving us to the gym and that Green Door was closed. Fela chose to go to the gym instead of doing a walk at home with Leslie. I confirmed his choice, and he remained consistent.
Fela was served his tea, and as we prepared to leave, I applied Tiger Balm as he appeared slightly unsettled. Carla arrived on time, and we set off.
On arrival at the gym, Fela was still vocal, possibly due to the delay in having his beef broth. He used the elliptical cross trainer for approximately 20 minutes. The main gym area was crowded and noisy, so Carla identified a quieter space called the wellness room. Although Fela remained vocal, he engaged in activity for a further 15 minutes and appeared focused, particularly watching the water feature.
Fela then relaxed on a sofa, where he had his bone broth and water. In the changing room, he was assisted to change out of damp clothes due to sweating. He then independently entered the sauna and sat down. Carla set the timer for 15 minutes, and Fela remained seated, calmly observing the timer. Afterwards, he went into the steam room, where he stayed for approximately 5 minutes.
Fela was then assisted to dry off and change into fresh clothes. Carla drove us back home.
On arrival, I began preparing lunch while Loretta stayed with Fela. Michael arrived to collect Carla, and they left shortly after. We then sat together, prayed, and had lunch.
Fela went to relax in the lounge. I updated the board again and went through it with him. Later, we completed Makaton. Fela chose a story from Aesop’s Fables—The Grasshopper and the Ant—which I read to him. He appeared engaged throughout.
Fela later had his snack. We then completed foot physio and hand exercises. Esther arrived for her shift, and a full handover was completed.
Arousal States – Start: 1 Baseline End: 1 Baseline Did his state change? No to Did he have a bowel movement? n/A Bristol score: Was Fela incontinent?: No Did he have vigorous exercise?: –
