How it must bless Bill's heart that Alex wants him to read the stories. And it is also nice that his Dad is willing to help with getting them to Bill.
Good news to hear about Joyce.
Sure hope she continues to improve.
Bear is like all of us, I think, we adjust to our circumstances, and make peace with what frightens us. I am sooo glad for his sake and yours, I suspect you did not like to see him shaking like that.
Will be watching for how you like the new social worker, and pray for getting what needs to be done .. done. Bill does not need any more stress in his life, nor do you.
Assure him that he and you will continue to have our love and prayers as long as is needed. We all need each other.