Our staff at Franklin United Methodist Community, might say all we want for Christmas is a better day, or a better afternoon, or a better hour, for the residents and rehab guests we are privileged to care for in this place. It is our goal to help them have a good quality of life.
And so, as I read my report from the RN who is in charge of our Restorative Nursing Program at FUMC, it gave me a picture of those receiving their Christmas gift early. Here's some of their success stories:
Mr. G. came to us through the rehab unit with severe COPD. He had difficulty stabilizing and remains on O2 but attends exercise routinely. He asked the staff to walk him to meals when he is up to it and we have been happy to comply. Mr. F. transferred in from another facility where he had been in a geri-chair, immobile for some time. Mr. K. now walks with staff, participates in his range of motion and waves to us when he sees us. Mrs. L. moved to the health center for hospice care. After observing other residents being walked, she requested the same. She now attends exercise and walks daily. Mrs. V. has a similar story. She was non-ambulatory for some time, but after observing others being walked, asked for the same. Not only did we begin a program but have steadily increased her distance. Everyone has a story; these are some of the best.
We pray that these stories will inspire you and remind you of the Hope that we find in the one whose birth we celebrate and serve!
