Stories from Grateful Patients: Carl

September 27, 2024
Patient after receiving treatment thanks to gas cards

In His Own Words...

"I became disabled about 6 years ago. I have several orthopedic issues that have led to nerve damage and chronic pain. It took almost 4 years to get approved for disability and as you can imagine, it was difficult to make ends meet."


"My wife and I have lived on the Navajo reservation for about 10 years. We are not Navajo, and that is why we have to travel for medical care. It's a three-hour drive from my home in Chinle, Arizona to the specialist in Flagstaff, Arizona. I would sometimes have to cancel doctors appointments simply because we didn't have the gas money to travel."


"Finding out about Mercy Medical Angels and receiving assistance with fuel costs has made a world of difference for us, as well as helping to improve my quality of life. The whole team is very helpful and courteous. We appreciate their work so much. Thank you, Mercy Medical Angels!"




~Carl

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