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  • 1.  Thank you

    Posted 03-19-2017 10:45
    I do not know how long ago the forum began. This is my first copy. It should be very helpful in addressing issues of concern. I have been a telephone visitor for my local chapter and hope that I can recommend the forum to those recovering from cardiac events.

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  • 2.  RE: Thank you

    Posted 03-19-2017 13:06
    Hi Dan!

    The forum is brand new and we hope that it continues to grow. It's a great way to share and support each other. 

    Thank you!

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    Andrea Baer
    Grapeville PA
    (724) 396-7820
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  • 3.  RE: Thank you

    Posted 03-20-2017 09:07
    I have been with Mended Hearts for almost 3 years. I had open heart surgery in 2009, mitral valve surgery in 2012 and an aortic dissection in 2014 After my dissection, I became extremely depressed. My wife didn't know how to help me. She still is a volunteer at a local hospital here in Georgia and asked our coordinator if she knew anyone that might help me. She put her in contact with Mr Bill Holland who called me the next morning and after several calls asked me if I would like to volunteer with Mended Hearts. I said I would try it. Bill and Mended Hearts saved my life. I volunteer 2 days a week at the hospital along with Bill and my wife who makes rounds with me as my caregiver. I'm able to help the patients I see due to my experiences. My only wish is that Mended Hearts had a way to get more exposure nationally via television. If anyone that needs or would like to talk with me, my name is Sig Cohen, Atlanta Georgia 678-634-9028

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    ------Original Message------

    I do not know how long ago the forum began. This is my first copy. It should be very helpful in addressing issues of concern. I have been a telephone visitor for my local chapter and hope that I can recommend the forum to those recovering from cardiac events.

    Sent from my iPad


  • 4.  RE: Thank you

    Posted 03-20-2017 11:04
    Hello-
    What a tremendous way to touch lives that are looking for ways to talk with others who are heart patients.
     
    Many years ago I was an Internet visitor and enjoyed helping people who were in recovery from surgery or having depression issues.  For some visitors we could help caregivers and spouses who didn't know what to do for their loved ones and it was very rewarding to reach out via the Internet.
     
    Today I am still a caregiver, and I still enjoy assisting others. I hope this will continue to meet the many needs of heart patients and their families.
    Sandy Briggs  


    ------Original Message------

    I do not know how long ago the forum began. This is my first copy. It should be very helpful in addressing issues of concern. I have been a telephone visitor for my local chapter and hope that I can recommend the forum to those recovering from cardiac events.

    Sent from my iPad


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