Danielle was an angel. My uncle was admitted to Lowell General after a visit in the ER. It was shortly thereafter that we were told that he would qualify for Hospice. It was difficult to hear but after a long battle with Corticobasal Degeneration, we understood that this made sense. Because this is such a rare disease, the medical staff did the best they could to make my uncle comfortable. This was not a typical case for Hospice and they were not certain of the many steps of his decline to come. Danielle was a God send for my uncle as well as my whole family. There were so many times she would come in to check on my uncle and make sure he was bathed, he was comfortable and showed him compassion. My uncle was no longer verbal, but that didn't matter. She would always address him directly and treated him with dignity. Beyond her compassion for my uncle, she could tell that my aunt and mother were so concerned about their brother. She would make sure to ask them how they were doing. She would spend time with them, talking about what to expect and what the different changes in his condition were. She showed true compassion. She could have easily come in to administer meds and leave, but she always took the time to check on all of us. Her kindness and compassion were felt by all of us. My uncle passed away after four long weeks. The staff at Lowell General were all skilled and competent, but Danielle shined!!! Her occupation is being a caregiver, but her kind personality and genuine care for her patients make her extra special. I want her to know that what she did for my uncle and my whole family makes her a true hero. Thank you, Danielle, always remember that what you do really matters!!