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Rondus - I'm sorry to hear that you don't have family near you. I'm not sure about your recovery since I had a mitral valve repair, but I will say, that preparing meals in advance and putting them in individual portions in the freezer will help. I also recommend getting a shower chair just in case you feel weak. Lastly, you may find a foam wedge or bunch of pillows help you to get up more easily from a horizontal position. I had family to help me, but I required almost no assistance from the day after surgery. You will find that your progress will greatly improve when you're home and back in a comfortable environment. Best of luck to you!