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Update:

715pm cst

The vet said that Casey should do nothing but rest today, and around 7pm get her up and about. I have checked in on her every 30 mins and she changes positions (switching from right side to left and vice versa) and also moves 4-6 feet.

I got her up from under the bed and took her into her food. Sadly, as yesterday and today, she just looked at it and decided to lay down, too exhausted to even look at her food (science diet) and water.

I then put her in the litter box where she also collapsed, but I think she smelled the litter box and TRIED to upright herself. I helped her out and she had a good urination.

Then I took her downstairs to her favorite chair(s) and currently, have had her next to me on the couch while we both watch Fox News.

I couldnt believe what I just heard 5 mins ago and thought I would come up and tell you that even though she is exhausted and almost paralyzed with non-movement, she is actually PURRING....

I called my mom, and she told me that sometimes when cats are in pain they purr, which I HOPE is NOT the case. Anyways, her eyes are a little brighter laying next to me on the couch and she has a gentle, light purr going on.

Going back downstairs to give TLC. Will force feed nutri-cal and hydrate in an hour or so.

Will post soon

Thanks for the prayers, I think they are working! (dont they always though?)

"I couldnt believe what I just heard 5 mins ago and thought I would come up and tell you that even though she is exhausted and almost paralyzed with non-movement, she is actually PURRING...."

That's so sweet. Casey sure loves you!
Hate to disagree with your mother, but I don't know that I agree about the purring business. Cats sometimes purr when they're nervous, but my guess is that she's carrying on cause she's happy to be near you.
Years ago, when our Edgar was in renal failure, our vet suggested that I put a smudge of molasses on his nose to help jumpstart his appetite. Theory being, when a cat licks it off, it raises their blood sugar level which tends to make them feel a bit better. If all goes well, that sometimes makes them willing to take a bite of food -- though it doesn't always work. Do know that cats are notorious non-eaters when they are ill, which you likely know. Only other "trick" I know is to try to bribe a sick cat with a jar of baby food. Gerbers junior meats, notably lamb and chicken, work well with my "kids." BUT, and this is important, I'm not a vet. I highly recommend that you check with Casey's vet before following any of my suggestions.
You really need to know that you're doing a wonderful job! Hope you realize that. If you don't, please give it some thought. Sounds to me as though you're fighting right alongside her and helping her at every turn -- which is a whole lot. According to our super-vet, many people throw in the towel the instant they discover their pet is sick. That's their perogative, but it's clear you're working hard to give Casey a chance. She's a lucky girl.
Please stay in touch. Everyone's pulling for you and Casey. Take good care.