We are writing to express our deepest gratitude for the extraordinary care your ICU and respiratory staff provided for my husband over the last three and a half weeks.  It was important to my husband that each care worker be recognized and acknowledged for their dedication, compassion, and skill.  We hope that you would be able to convey our heartfelt appreciation and deep thanks for all they did and who they are.

First and foremost, ICU nurse Kate Falibene and respiratory therapist Nicolle Elliott moved mountains in order that my husband could hold his newest grandchild born the day before his passing.  There are not enough words to express how much this meant to my husband and our family.  Kate’s nursing skills, her nurturing and compassionate care were extraordinary and provided my husband great peace, solace, and many, many smiles.

Nicolle, along with many of the respiratory team members was a powerful force to ensure each day was the best it could be.  Nicolle is deeply caring and brought my husband encouragement and laughter over her many patient check-ins.

Max, Adam, Todd, Savannah, Allyson, Ellie, Shane, Abbey, Savanah in respiratory, Jenn, Cat, Sarah, Lydia, Ross, Alla, and Amara were all amazing nurses, and we greatly appreciated each and every one.

Shane from respiratory facilitated time for my husband to walk despite challenging oxygen needs, and a plethora of wires and equipment.  This was a critical step in helping his positive mental disposition and hope.  Additionally, Shane was a constant source of encouragement, and he conveyed his sincere care and concern for my husband’s health and well-being.

Deni from respiratory was amazing in her attentive care and nurturing presence.  She demonstrated excellent skills and empathy, and they formed a mutual admiration duo.

During one night, Max was on ICU night duty and my husband experienced a breathing struggle.  Max delivered exceptional care to correct the situation and exhibited the most gentle concern to attend to my husband’s comfort.  Max held his head gently and my husband’s words to Max were “You have an amazing future; I feel your care.”  What better way to convey the difference he made in the life of a patient.

Jaquen Stoops from Respiratory was an additional support to meet my husband’s needs and for our family. He personally visited a number of times to ensure my husband’s comfort as well as helping to facilitate the visit with his new granddaughter.

Our deepest appreciation to Parker Adventist for your care, expert assistance, and compassion.  My husband was so grateful for every individual involved in his care. I know my husband brought his humor to help lighten the load for each of the nurses and conveyed just how important their dedication to the profession was.

Thank you to the doctors as well.  We know they play a critical role in facilitating the care that the nurses and respiratory staff implement.