It must be wonderful to live a long life and watch your family prosper while sipping a soft drink in a cozy recliner and watching your grandchildren play with the dogs in the backyard. That scenario seems extremely wonderful, doesn’t it? Well, elders aren’t always valued for what they truly are, despite how much they’ve done over the years to build families and contribute to society through their labor. For instance, this man was turned down when he went to the bank to make a straightforward request. The bank personnel simply and unhesitatingly turned their backs on him. He was unable to contain his annoyance and expressed it to the ignorant individuals.
According to the person who called in that day, the LAPD in Montebello recently received a few complaints about an elderly man who was a little upset and caused some problems. When the police arrived to look into the matter, they discovered a 92-year-old man who had a straightforward request. The elderly man only wanted to withdraw some cash, but because his ID had expired, the bank was unable to comply with his request because of its restrictions. The policeman who arrived at the bank to deal with “the situation” that day, Robert Josett, understood that the elderly man wasn’t causing any trouble, just someone who needed assistance. He then sprung into action.

Robert informed the elderly guy that they might have a backup strategy. They promptly renewed their identification card at the DMV that day, and after signing a few pieces of paperwork, they headed back to the bank with it. Officer Josett waited for the man to withdraw the required amount in order to ensure that the man arrived at the bank and that his request was fulfilled. As they entered the bank together, with the elderly guy holding Robert’s hand, Officer Josett’s partner snapped a photo of them.

When the two’s photo was released online, it garnered tens of thousands of reactions and compliments. The world needs more people like these, and it makes me happy to see kindness prevail. At some point, we can all assist someone. Don’t hesitate; simply act. Share this heartwarming tale to encourage others to carry out deeds of kindness and improve the world. Make a distinction.