Dad was walking around the room with assistance. The staff is amazed at his progress and said we will be surprised to see how fast he recovers. He was able to use the rowing machine and can definitely understand our commands. Unfortuneatly the piece for his trach won't be ready for a week or more so he won't be able to talk. The staff said they are going to work with him and use a device that will allow him to communicate through typing. I will try to ask him about visitors as soon as I know he can give me a clear response. I have told him how all of you are asking about him and he nods and smiles so I know he understands.