Grant Memorial Hospice – Petersburg, W.Va.
Grant Memorial Hospice in Petersburg, W.Va., was caring for
a patient with lung cancer who was always extremely short of breath. Lois
Moyers, CNA, was assigned to help him with a shower three days a week. Sometimes,
due to his shortness of breath, she would question his ability to comfortably
complete his shower, but he always wanted one and would tell her how good it
made him feel.
Lois took extra time with him so he could move slower to
save his breath – even though her schedule didn’t always allow for extra
time. After he passed away, Lois received a card from his daughter which
read:
“Dear Lois,
Thank you for the
kindness and care you showed my father in the last three months of his
life. He enjoyed his showers and his chats with you so much.
It takes a very loving
and kind person to do your job with grace and keep a big strong man happy and
allow him dignity when he probably feels like he has nothing left.
Thank you for using
your gifts to help families during times of eminent tragedy. Your time in
our home brought us all joy (especially Daddy).”
Thank you, Lois, for taking the time to understand what your
patient wanted and making it happen. You definitely made his last days
more comfortable and enjoyable and also provided support to his family. Lois,
you are our Hospice Hero!
