Recovery Slow, Steady for 'Mr. Gandhi' -- Resident Hero of Mercy Home in Good Spirits
By James A. Mitchell
VeAhavta Press Officer
Grace Care Center manager Diane McLaughlin reports that the beloved resident of Mercy Home Mr. Chandradasa -- known fondly as 'Mr. Gandhi' -- is recovering well from his amputation surgery last month.
After clearing early concerns of jaundice, Diane said by Tuesday the patient was feeling more like himself.
"His spirits are up, and he was joking around a bit," Diane said. She joined her friend for a lunch, which the patient enjoyed while seated at a table for the first time since the procedure.
Diane lovingly told VeAhavta friends and doctors that by Wednesday, the patient was recovering many functions, including bodily ones that were taken as a good sign.
"Fascinating, huh?" Diane said that everyone enjoyed the basic accomplishment. "He was so proud. He can't wait to get back to Mercy Home."
Ann Arbor Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam confirmed the evidence of progress, and gave additional credit to Diane's efforts as a caregiver.
"He is on the upswing," said Gunaratnam. "Diane's efforts in caring for Mr. Gandhi are above and beyond what would be expected from anyone. The 'big guy' upstairs is surely pleased."
Diane was waiting on arrangements to return to Trincomalee, and Grace Care Center.
