Later that day, Frank shared the truth he had been too afraid to say earlier. He didn’t have family waiting for him, and he had left a care facility where he felt unhappy and unheard. He hadn’t known where else to go and feared being sent back if he told anyone. His honesty was met not with judgment, but concern. We listened carefully and reassured him that he was safe. Over the following weeks, with his consent, we helped connect him with local support services to ensure he received proper care and respect. The process wasn’t simple, but it reminded me how important it is to speak up for those who feel invisible. Frank, in turn, regained a sense of dignity and hope he had nearly lost.
