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In this edition of
Wednesday Warmth, I thought I would share a heart-warming story about a big
success between a volunteer and her hospice patient. Although new to
Agape, volunteer KK has a wonderful history as both a RN and former Recreation
Director. She recently participated in a care conference with us for one
of the patients from whom she was volunteering at a local facility.
The daughter of our
patient was visibly emotional and incredibly dedicated to her mother’s
care. She indicated that her mom is “no longer of this world” and spends
her time in silence holding her doll – having both limited eyesight and
hearing.
Week in and week out,
KK would make her visit, though the interaction was quite limited until last
week. KK found a connection… coloring! At first this little lady didn’t
know what to do, but when KK picked up the crayon and started coloring in the
book herself, her patient followed suit! For a full 15 minutes, she
colored, and she SMILED. Was it
inside or outside the lines? I don’t know, but it was beautiful.
KK called the daughter
to share this success and both rejoiced in this very special and colorful
connection. Thank you to KK and all of our amazing volunteers. ~
Beth
