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This letter explains my medical situation and praises the Ridgefield VNA.

On Dec. 24, 2012, I was hospitalized with a major heart attack. After a week in Danbury Hospital where a stent was installed, I returned home under the care of VNA nurses. A nurse by the name of Crytstal was caring for me. Soon after coming home, I developed a heart Arythmia. Frightened by the symptoms, and not knowing what was going on, I called Crystal. She coordinated the situation with my primary care doctor. I went back into the hospital for more surgical work. I am a diabetic with stage 3 kidney disease and congestive heart failure. I went on kidney dialysis, but I was fortunate not to need dialysis after only one treatment. Needless to say, I was a pretty sick man when I returned home at the end of January 2013.

Crystal picked up again as my nurse and continued to do a terrific job. She made me feel confident in my recovery and praised my progress. She explained everything to me and my family carefully & completely. She made me feel that I could and would get better despite m y own grim outlook on my health problems.

She is a great nurse and an amazing person. You should be proud to have her as an employee. during this time I also had other people from the VNA taking care of me. An occupational therapist by the name of Theresa was instrumental in helping me take steps toward independence. She put me at ease during times of showers which was an uncomfortable situation for me. Her easy going manner and upbeat personality were very much appreciated.

Jasmine, a home health aide, was also excellent. She was kind, thorough, and a great help to me.

Lynne was my physical therapist. She was extraordinary! She got me moving and exercising, praised my progress, and in general propped up my sagging confidence in my recovery. Her great abilities as a therapist played a major part and was the main reason for my rapid improvement. She pointed me in the right direction towards cardiac rehab which I now do three times a week. She more than anyone is the main reason that I am doing so well today. Thank you to all these great ladies and the Ridgefield VNA!

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