The needs are endless. Look no further than the government's $2 trillion dollar Coronavirus stimulus package. While government assistance is a step, it doesn't always (never?) reach the right hands at the right time. The next day I reached out to an old friend (and fellow Louper) who is a doctor at the Lenox Hill Hospital hospital (John Boockvar) to see what we could do. His first answer was personal protective equipment, which we didn't have, but next, he put me in touch with the Community outreach folks at the hospital. I asked them to tell me how I could help.
After a thoughtful conversation and speaking to doctors/nurses, they responded that they need immediately 200 iPad Minis for patients and doctors. This would allow patients to easily communicate their needs with staff, thus lessening the need for face-to-face contact with limited personal protective equipment (PPE). Furthermore, the COVID-19 patients are alone in the hospital, separated from their concerned loved ones leading to feelings of loneliness and fear. These iPads allow them to Facetime and communicate with their families. This is a small ask, but with everyone's help easily attainable and will guarantee to make a huge difference. Make your donation, by clicking here!
