Testimonials

Patsy Hodges

(Patsy Hodges’ husband, Gary, died in May of 2002 after the couple suffered severe injuries in an automobile accident in Lake Forest. Gary, who had traumatic brain damage, spent several months in a coma at CareMeridian’s Santiago Canyon residence before he passed away last year. At Gary’s funeral services the following framed message from his family was in place: “The Hodges family would like to recognize CareMeridian’s loving dedication to patients who suffer from brain injury or illness. Their compassionate approach to rehabilitation and nursing allowed Gary to live this past year with dignity and grace. Thank you, CareMeridian family.”)

“CareMeridian was our home away from home, enabling us to go on as a family. They were our second family throughout Gary’s ordeal.

“The staff’s kindness and caring created an environment of love and respect. Santiago Canyon was our greatest support, a wonderful home, not a sterile hospital. It became my sanctuary, too, as I tried to heal physically and emotionally.

“The atmosphere was just beautiful. Everybody was so kind to Gary that it made our son’s (Ian, 9 years old) acceptance of Gary’s situation much more bearable. Each time, it felt good to come to Santiago Canyon and good to leave. Through all of their amazing efforts, we never lost hope.

“Gary received the best care possible. We owe a great debt to CareMeridian and its marvelous people. Their kindness will remain with us forever. We are truly blessed to have had them in our lives at such a heart-breaking time.”