DP Editorial

letter to the editor

December 13, 2009

Writer expresses thanks to Senator Baker and her staff

Dear Editor:

On behalf of the family and many friends of Anthony “Bruce “ Matus, we would like to thank Senator Lisa Baker and her staff, especially Mr. Thomas Yoniski of the Dallas office.

In January 2009, Bruce suffered a debilitating stroke, resulting in severe paralysis of his upper and lower extremities. Since then Bruce had been a guest at the Manor Care Nursing Home in Kingston and, although he was still in need of assistance with daily activities of living, he did not need to be in a nursing home.

In August of this year, Bruce’s family began the process of trying to get him back into his own home with the help of a state program and the Center for Independent Living in Scranton. After three months of trying unsuccessfully to get Bruce home, the family finally turned to Senator Baker’s office.

Within days of contacting Senator Baker’s office, visible signs of progress were being made. Throughout the process, Mr. Yoniski kept the family apprised of where the paperwork was, which agency was responsible for processing the various requests and acted as Bruce’s advocate.

Happily, on December 1, 2009, Bruce was finally able to return to his own apartment and return to his life as an independent and viable member of our community. The positive outcome for Bruce is the direct result of the senator and her staff of dedicated professionals who worked so hard for him.

Again, on behalf of Bruce, his family and friends, we all offer our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to everyone who contributed to Bruce’s success.

Justin Matus

Harveys Lake

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