For us, my sons assets could not be more than $2000. Medicare paid the first 100 days after the initial 3 day hospitalization, and then Medicaid picked it up. There are still some charges that mMedicare pay for but mostly it is Medicaid. Because we are now legally his guardians, we have two accountings to do each year, one for the state, and one for the courts because he is an incapacitated person. These accountings are very thorough, and included copies of all bank and tax records. Thwere are some very nice options if full time skilled nursing is not required. Our son spent time in a family home, that was wonderful. They were a large family and had three paying residents. Unfortunately he got sick and there was fear, he was ocntagious so we placed him in the nursing home. All nursing homes are not the same. Your friend or an agent looking out for her, needs to check the facility out by being there at meals, when they first get the day started, and times when there should be some activities available. If they don't allow you to check it out, cross it off your list. Check the kitchen and the foods served. Do they have a choice of foods? So much to check, but someone needs to be an advocte for her. Residents are so vulnerable, and if it turns out to be a bad situation, it can be overwhelming for her. An advocate can make sure it is going as smooth as possible. Never assume anything either. This got long. Sorry.

Does the manufacture of the subpanel allow tandem breakers? If so, you're good to go.

The T70.3150 should fit with the 562 series. I purchased mine at A&H Turf Specialties and after reading off the complete # on the tandem plus glides that's what they sent. Give them a call. Make sure you're putting them in correctly as I put several in backwards. Once you get the hang of it they clip in quickly. One tip is when you get to the bottom drawers unscrew the front of the tandem plus, clip on the T70.3150 and then screw the track back in. Otherwise the blumotion is a bear to clip on. A&H assured me I wouldn't have to cut the backs of the drawers but they were wrong. I spent $25 on a Black and Decker jig saw and notched the drawer 4.75" on each side (NOT the 3.75" the Blum diagram shows) and everything went smoothly. Best of luck to you. The Blumotion is a really nice addition for not a lot of $.

If they give you the pitocin, get the epidural. I didn't want the epidural but after a while, the pain left me no choice. They gave me another drug before the epidural and all it did was calm the contractions - prolong labor for a what seemed an eternity. Depending on how much they give you, Pit, as others have said here, can be very very uncomfortable. DD was 10lbs and wouldn't stay turned. There was talk of a C-section but she eventually decided it was time to say Hi. The trend is to walk a lot even with pit and contractions going at the same time. That will help, but it can be rough too. I've never heard of any fetal distress from the pit but you and the baby will be monitored. Unless you have a strong coach, I wouldn't try the pit without the epidural or some other paid meds. You will wear yourself out - and you want to have all of your strength to hold that beautiful bundle of joy!! Congratulations and best wishes. Babies are such a joy, and bring you so much fun and love. gneegirl