Debra, everyone's recovery is different, possibly because expectations figure in. I had a full load of rad and chemo, and three weeks later was out jogging - short distances to be sure, and the running was a few weeks away, but I was able to feed and hydrate myself via PEG, apply the Fentanyl patches and keep track of them, and could have changed the dressings on my neck if I had not had a helpful husband. While I was strongly motivated to put it all behind me in record time, I think someone less nuts than I would be able to be alone if he could take care of food, meds, and hydration. Because your job/insurance are very important, I suggest checking to see if there is a visiting nurse program whereby someone could check on him. Welcome to the Between a Rock and a Hard Place Club!