Archives: Stories
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Jun 24, 2019
Social services and support all along the way
Juana has received many different services at LCH to help coordinate the care of her daughter, who has special needs. Juana uses LCH transportation services, where an LCH staff person drives members to specialty medical… Read the Article
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May 29, 2019
Two blind LCH members learn English from Kendal volunteer
Diana lost her vision six years ago as a result of an accident, and Ana lost her vision due to a chronic illness fourteen years ago. Both have been working hard to function and succeed… Read the Article
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Apr 29, 2019
Carlos receives a warm LCH welcome and good care
Having just left his corporate job that had health insurance to open his own business, bloodwork without health insurance cost him $400. Yari encouraged him to check out LCH. She told him that through LCH's… Read the Article
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Mar 27, 2019
Roberta becomes patient to give back, shares community art project with LCH
The family also used LCH’s social assistance services to complete and submit Nana’s application for services to the Department of Aging. “My family was impressed by LCH’s dedication to detail. Our concerns were answered in… Read the Article
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Feb 27, 2019
On the unexpected road to recovery: Nilsa and her breast cancer diagnosis
She mentioned the mass to her sister, and her sister suggested that she schedule an appointment at LCH Women’s Health Center in West Grove. When Nilsa came to LCH, she was seen by our Nurse… Read the Article
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Jan 30, 2019
A new wheelchair for Epitasio’s wife
Everyday functions like eating, speaking, and standing up are a challenge for her, but somehow, the loving couple find a way to stay positive through every obstacle. Epitasio leaves work every day at his break… Read the Article
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Dec 17, 2018
Integrated care for Lupe and her son
Guadalupe has been an advocate, cheerleader, and friend to him as he goes through the public school system and begins the challenging stages of adolescence. “Change is very tough for my son. He does not… Read the Article
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Jul 17, 2018
With integrated health care, Dawn hears again
A few years ago, Dawn received a cochlear implant which allowed her to hear well enough so that she was able to engage more fully with those around her. Sometime last year, her $10,000 sound… Read the Article
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Feb 27, 2018
A story of kindness and dignity
After several years of experiencing homelessness, a group of local Oxford churches learned of Kate’s situation and was able to make contact. The group of churches helped her find stable housing and employment. It had… Read the Article
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Jan 18, 2018
Many years of care at LCH
but he didn’t pay too much attention to it. He flew to Mexico and got married. During his time in Mexico, he was able to deal with the pain, which was less severe in the… Read the Article