[tbritton]

Thanks for the link to the webpage in #90! I have one quick question, which I hope you, or perhaps phenn can answer, please.

Are these actions something the Schindlers are aware of, and encouraging? I remember reading something somewhere (I'm danged if I can find it now) about the Schindlers lawyer suggesting that we back off. I'm glad to do whatever I can to help Terri, but the last thing I want to do is something that the Schindlers or their legal team believes might somehow backfire on her.

I'd like to know for sure that the Schindlers believe this is the right action to take. Thanks!

[cyn]

bump your question.

And joining in the prayer that with God's wisdom and guidance, a way can be found for Terri's release from her prison. Preferably by those in positions of trust doing what they need to do for her.

[phenn]

A great many people have already contacted those state agencies to lodge complaints about Terri's isolation and the apparent decline in her care. They have all received 'form letters' explaining that no wrongdoing was evident.

Problem is: these 'form letters' do not disclose who carried out the investigation, their medical credentials, if Terri was personally examined, if her medical records were in order or if they believed she was being isolated.

Under FS 825.102 (Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation of Elderly Persons and Disabled Adults):

---(b) Willfully tortures, maliciously punishes, or willfully and unlawfully cages, an elderly person or disabled adult;

With the exception of visits from her family, Terri has been in isolation since 2001 when she was transferred to Hospice Woodside. She is not permitted outside, in the common areas of the facility, away from the facility or home with her parents for an afternoon. She does not have interaction with anyone other than her immediate family and caregivers. She is not allowed around other patients.

The responses from the Health Care Administration do not address this. They do not clarify any aspects of their investigation or if complaints should be referred to another agency. This is something they are required to do, as I understand it.

Yes, I believe people should keep on these agencies. They are charged with ensuring the proper care of all individuals. However, I don't suspect any of us will easily get the answers from them. In my personal opinion, they have already decided to stay out of the matter.

Serious pressure would be required to get anything done.