A Life Dedicated to Service

communities. Among these individuals are military veterans, who sacrificed part of their lives for our country and chose to continue their lives of service in healthcare.

One of the veterans on our team is John Lowe. John is a navy veteran and serves as a care partner in our personal care services branch. John is often lauded by his colleagues for his responsibility, dedication, and generosity. John never calls off and appreciates all those around him. He goes above and beyond for our clients. In a particular case, John found a safe way to transfer a vulnerable patient in and out of a bed. It was a challenging task, but John managed it with patience and understanding.

Before he became a care partner and after his time in the navy, John met his wife, Connie, and they were married for 36 years. When they married, John became Connie’s primary caregiver, as she was suffering from a lifelong battle with cancer. He accompanied her to almost every doctor’s appointment and was integral in providing Connie the care she needed.

As demonstrated in his time as a veteran, care partner, and caregiver for his wife, John’s vocation is a life dedicated to service. John honors the dignity of each individual and focuses on efforts, whether small or great, to serve them. For instance, he sends out daily affirmations to more than sixty people. John once said, “Many say you always must put yourself first, but it makes me unhappy. I am happy when others are happy,” which summarizes his passion for service.

John is an invaluable member of our team. John shared that he will be caregiving until his body does not allow it. He is truly an extraordinary person, finding service and joy in the ordinary so that others may benefit. The picture below shows John, his wife, and children. We are grateful for John and the impact he has made on our staff and community.

From his time as a caregiver, John wrote a book called, “The Caregiver’s Challenge.” The book shares his personal experience as a caregiver, but also explains how it is normal and acceptable to have good days and bad days as a caregiver and patient. “The Caregiver’s Challenge” can be purchased at most major book retailers.