To stalk a stranger in A&E

[TheRozzers]

Witnessed a nasty accident today. An elderly lady had a fall in the street and was bleeding badly. I was coming back from the gym and had a towel with me so used it to help stem the bleeding and stayed with her until the paramedics arrived. Others helped too.

We were talking to her and trying to reassure her as she was very distressed and in a lot of pain. I'm pretty sure she's broken a bone.

I asked if there was anyone we could call. Partner, children, friends. She said she had nobody.

I can't stop wondering how she is, she's probably in the hospital A&E corridor and will be for the next week knowing the state of the NHS.

I have tried to call the hospital to enquire after her but no answer.

Would it be really weird and stalker like to go to the hospital and check up on her? Maybe take her something to eat and drink? I know her full name and date of birth so assume I could track her down?

Or would that be an invasion of her privacy?

It's also quite late now.

She has someone, now.

You.

I think you are incredibly kind and it's lovely of you. Not stalker behaviour at all. I think she would appreciate it.

Fantastic update. Thank goodness there are people like you in the world.

Read update! Thank you op for doing this and what amazing lady x

This is one of the most heartwarming threads I've read on here.
OP you sound like an angel. I bet that lady was so happy to see you!

I understand that some people might think it’s a bit strange; but it’s a sad reality that some people in society are all alone in this world and reliant on the kindness of strangers.

I think if more people thought like you and considered that we as humans, could be more responsible for the most vulnerable in Society, then the world would be a more pleasant place to live.

If we consider the lady could have been an only child and didn’t have children herself, well that could be any one of us or our own children in decades to come.

This is one of the nicest stories I've ever read on here.

I think that would be really kind and it’s hard to imagine it being taken the wrong way, given that you were there when the fall happened.

"I find it utterly heartbreaking that modern society has made you feel so conflicted that you even have this doubt, let alone the need to ask the question."
Absolutely this ^^
And maybe this thread and your actions will encourage others to offer kindness even if they fear it's somehow not appropriate .

Oh @TheRozzers I've been checking for your update. Well done. The world needs more of you 🥰

Absolutely shameful she is still in A&E though. Wishing her a very speedy recovery 🙏🏼

The poor lady, still at A&E. It's a shame she wasn't prioritised.
You're such a thoughtful, kind person. I hope you make a nice new friend from this lady.

I wish this kind of stuff made headlines. People, on the whole, are kind and thoughtful and look out for each other. You have done more than many would, though. It’s very kind of you.

This is is how we make the world a better place. One act of random kindness at a time. Put the division to one side and focus on our common humanity.

Tell her we are all thinking of her and these are for you 💐

You've made a difference to someone today, OP. Well done!

How lovely Probably one of the nicest threads I've ever read on here. Thank you for caring 😊

@TheRozzers this thread and your update after your visit has made my heart melt a little.

How very kind of you. An angel in disguise and the world needs more of you!

I hope something really lovely happens for you in the near future 💐

My pregnancy hormones can't cope with this. I've just cried. You are a diamond.

I would do it too.

I stopped the car when I saw an old lady fall and I took her home. I took her number and called her for a few days running. I was quite bossy, and said if she didn’t answer the phone, I would come round and check. All her legs were scraped but she didn’t want to go to hospital.

Done this more than a few times in my life. When I see a situation, I am the one that takes the initiative and can’t stop thinking about it until I know it is sorted.

Are you from the olden days when people were still nice and cared about each other? 🙂

Love this thread. What a great example to your children, OP. Thank you.

What a lovely, kind thing to do x

Aw thanks everyone, yes it feels like we may end up being friends.

She's an only child and never wanted a husband or kids 'not for me dear' and lost two of her closest friends recently.

I lost my mum a few years ago so I don't have the caring responsibilities that lots of women have.

What a lovely thing to do, OP.

I have not had a good day so now I am in tears!

DS just came down and said whats up so I told him about this thread and he sort of raised his eyebrow and said "So a woman you dont know is in hospital and another woman you dont know visited her, and you are crying?" Well yes, yes I am!

How lovely OP, how glad for her that she now has a friend and advocate. Couldnt drop me some kleenex off on your way to the hospital tomorrow could you?!

Well done OP 😊

What a lovely update! 😍