Hello April; What a March it has been. Perhaps we were born for a time such as this, but oh my, God has more confidence in me than I often have in myself. But while I might doubt my ability to forge ahead, I never doubt our caregivers. You continue to be the most awesome group of people. The work you do means so much to those you care for, especially in times like these.
While thinking about our email this week, I read a letter to the Editor in the GR Press (excerpts of which are below) that expressed better than I ever could say how valuable you are to those you take care of. So I thought I would just share his words with you this week.
The letter from Mike E, begins “I have a confession to make, something that in the age of COVID-19 seems almost seditious: Daily, up-close human contact is an indispensable part of my life. I use a motorized wheelchair and I need assistance doing the routine things everyone does every day, like getting dressed and getting out of bed and doing laundry and all that. I’ve hired a crew of people to come in and help me do that stuff. Their wages are paid by a state Medicaid-funded program.
If my crew members do not show up, I don’t get out of bed. There’s no way around it….Generally, I think this reliance is a good thing. It’s a good reminder that, no matter what, everything comes down to us all taking care of each other. That’s what’s gotten us humans this far.
The tougher the times, the more important human contact is to me…
My crew members are among those who can’t just hide at home and wait for the “All clear!” because if they do, some people will suffer even more… Full Letter here.
Many days the change from despair to joy is triggered by your presence in your seniors’ life. Thank you for all you do. We are so appreciative of you.
