Hi Michelle, you have gotten some great advice above. I just want to EMPHASIZE that taking care of yourself is gonna be really important to both of you over the long haul. I have been in contact with several of the caregivers on this forum and we all have admitted that there were times where we didn't think we could make it one more day-but you do. I wonder if there are 1 or 2 people in the apt bldg. that Steve could form a "buddy system" with, so that they could check on each other in the evening. Or share phone #'s for emergencies, etc. Please drop the idea of driving back and forth each day-you will be exhausted.[ and Steve will also hae to worry about you] By the way, Jonna's husband and mine felt alike during the rad. tx's about being "hovered over" My husband just wanted to be left alone to sleep. Can you arrange to be with him on weekends? We are pulling for you to get this worked out and stay healthy at the same time. Amy