A church member’s hunch may have just saved a life on Sunday morning when he noticed something was wrong and called 911 to check on a fellow congregant.
When the woman didn’t show up for church, the concerned friend expressed his worries to police. He mentioned he had heard that the woman had quit her job recently and that no one had heard from her for several days.
Officers responded to the woman’s home and discovered she had fallen and been lying on the floor for some time. Medics arrived quickly, transporting her to Southern Ohio Medical Center (SOMC) for treatment. In addition to the emergency response, adult protective services were contacted to offer further assistance and ensure her safety.
Just hours later, a second concerned neighbor called police about a woman he hadn’t seen in a few days. He had tried to reach her by message but hadn’t received a response. When officers checked on her, they learned she had simply left the house and was doing fine. Police advised the woman to let others know she was okay to help ease concerns in the future.
How Churches and Community Groups Can Help
Checking in on elderly or isolated members is vital, and churches or community groups can play an important role in ensuring their neighbors and fellow members are safe. Simple actions like sending a text message, making a phone call, or having a regular “check-in” day can make all the difference in preventing situations like these.
By staying connected and looking out for one another, churches and neighbors can help prevent emergencies before they happen and provide the support that many people need.
