Contributed by Paul Magiire
I’ve spent the last 75 days in May-Su Regional Hospital and Maple Springs Rehab. Center in Palmer. Being institutionalized during this pandemic presents unusual circumstance, including “no visitors”, wearing masks, etc. My family became nurses, CNA’s, staff, etc. at both places.
When I transitioned from May-Su Regional to Maple Springs, I was picked up in a large van by two “heroes”, Hesse and Corey. Jesse hurdled van seats and at one point he was on all fours securing my wheelchair. We had a friendly chat on way to Maple Springs. I only discovered later that Jesse is the director of Maple Springs and realized he is a hands-on leader who walks the talk of caring and competence.
Many nurses and CNAs expressed their love of serving patients with joy at seeing patients’ success and recovery.
I’ve shared with many that nurses and support personnel are “beyond heroes” and the fabric of our Valley. While we may be distracted by the insanity of our times (pandemic, election, etc.), we’re in good hands when at our most vulnerable times.
