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Ida Barnes

Location: Washington, DC
Age: 68
Cared for by: Michele Green
Years of Care: 11
This story is about a client that I once had. She was such a good person--I would dedicate myself to her. Ms. Barnes was outgoing, happy--always wanted to be on the go. We would do the park, go out on walks, and shopping. She loved to eat fish. I would cook her good meals. Her favorite was baked chicken and fresh string beans, and she loved her lemon pies, too. It was very sad when we found out that Ms. Barnes had to go in the hospital. She had cancer and it had spread all over her body so unfortunately we lost her. I really cared for her and loved her dearly but she is still here in my heart. I sometimes still communicate with the family from time to time.
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