Hubert Hacking Birthday Celebration During Covid 19
Hubert Hacking was referred to NBIA in June of 2017. He had sustained multiple acquired brain injuries, including a trauma from a car crash. When he came to us, he was living alone, being victimized, and his health was deteriorating resulting in frequent trips to the hospital.
Hubert’s case manager, Tekah Sabal, worked closely with him and other community partners and health services to get him into a long-term care facility in Terrace, and to get the supports and protections that he needed. Hubert is now living in a safe and secure environment where he has healthy social interactions. He has a scooter to get around safely, and his mental and physical health have improved greatly.
Hubert was getting pretty bored and lonely due to the COVID-19 restrictions, so as a surprise Tekah Sabal gathered a few friends to serenade him for his 72nd birthday on April 29th. People showed up with banners, balloons, a 2-foot (pretend) cake, and a poster-sized Greeting Card.
Then with guitars and ukuleles in hand, everyone stood six feet apart on the grass and sang Happy Birthday, along with a couple other favourite golden oldies to cheer him up as he watched from his balcony.
Other residents came out on their balconies too, and staff also joined in on the occasion. There were a few tears from Hubert when he said, “Thank-you. This is the best birthday I have ever had!”
Case Manager Tekah Sabal Organized A Special Birthday For Hubert During Covid-19
Gathering For A Special Birthday For Hubert During Covid-19
