The Missing Piece

Sarah felt a sense of relief and joy as she visited her brother, David. The once withdrawn and depressed man she knew had been transformed. The David she saw now was more engaged, social, and like his old self.

It had all started when she reached out to A Friend Indeed. They had matched David with a compassionate and patient man named Friend Michael. Friend Michael had a knack for connecting with people, especially those living with dementia. He visited David regularly, engaging him in activities he was successful at and that played to his strengths, bringing him joy and fulfillment.

Friend Michael often reads to David, they build puzzles, and go out for walks around the facility. These activities helped to awaken David's spirit, drawing him out of his shell. With Friend Michael's encouragement, David even tried out a few group activities and meeting others.

Sarah was amazed at Friend Michael's positive impact on her brother. She could see the difference in David's eyes, a spark of life that had been missing for so long. As she watched her brother feeling a little more independent, she felt a sense of gratitude for A Friend Indeed and the invaluable support they had provided to her brother and to her.
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Disclaimer: All stories are fictional and loosely based on actual events. No client, employee or facility names have been used. If this story feels familiar to you, it is because many caregivers, families and aging loved ones feel the same. You are not alone
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