On a recent Saturday afternoon while out walking with my wife on 11th Avenue, near Middleton Way, I had the unfortunate luck to slip and fall.
I immediately realized that my left arm was broken and I was unable to move.
As it was still snowing and a side street, my first thoughts were this is poor timing and I will be in for a long day.
My wife quickly called 911 on the cell and before the call was completed, people were arriving to help.
Rene came from his house and promptly fell himself (not hurt thankfully), and soon we had many helpers on scene. Jeremy, from Telus, quickly offered his coat as the road was cold and wet.
In less than 10 minutes, the ambulance arrived and everyone helped to get me on the spine-board and bed while slipping and sliding on the snow.
Upon arrival at the hospital emergency I was processed and prepped for a splint by the ambulance attendants who cut off clothing and removed the spine-board.
After X-rays, my arm was set then re x-rayed, and I was ready to go home.
This whole process took three hours from the initial call on a very busy and hectic day for everyone involved.
I would like to thank everyone who helped make this a positive experience for both my wife and I.
The hospital staff did a great job and at no time did I feel alone. I was kept well informed and was totally impressed by the efficient care that was extended to me.
Thank you one and all.
Mike and Jean Haug
Vernon