Fortunately, I was documenting in the office this afternoon. We received an urgent request from a hospital about thirty minutes away. One of their patients, “Glen” had been hospitalized for four days. He was ready for discharge, and did meet the criteria for hospice. They asked for hospice to visit this afternoon to educate him about our program.
Glen is
homeless and lives in his pickup truck. The
hospital wanted us to help with his needs as his cancer is limiting his
ability. I immediately drove over to
meet Glen. He instantly started telling
me his truth. He had complaints about
the hospital which built up his emotions.
After sharing that story, he
started to talk about his life and the good that he experienced. He had an amazing positive attitude. I strongly believe that his positive look at
things is helping him with the many challenges that his life has given
him. I wish him the best.
POSITIVE DIRECTION
He’s been
hospitalized for several days.
The facility
asked that we come to visit;
to educate
him about our program;
to see if he
wants hospice support.
He was
diagnosed with lymphoma
just three
and a half months ago.
Since the chemotherapy
did not work
there are no
other options available.
He’s been
homeless for many, many years.
He lives in
his blue Dodge pickup truck
which he
parks in the parking lot
from where
he used to work.
He has had
many rough times in his life.
He likely
has burned many bridges.
When asked
who his emergency contact would be,
he replied,
“There is no one.”
He then
spoke about so many good times.
Sharing
stories with a strong positive attitude.
His total
appreciation of so many moments;
no regrets;
no unfinished business; no fears.
As I was
leaving, he started to cry while saying,
‘You were
meant to be here today;
to talk with
me; to give me the support.
You are
truly an Angel”.
No regrets
at all.
True and
total appreciation.
My listening
to him; supporting him.
Yes, with
his totally clear and positive direction.
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