Dr. Josephine Beebe Quotes

You've got to try and normalize your life. I just walked around every morning, the same as I do here (in Connecticut). - Dr. Josephine Beebe

Those that were directly exposed to the disasters had a threat to their lives, and faced extreme losses, which led to an extremely disruptive environment as a result. - Dr. Josephine Beebe

The shelter was an abandoned Wal-mart. Another shelter I worked in (halfway through her stay) was a former textile factory. - Dr. Josephine Beebe

Stress is the number of changes endured, divided by a short period of time. This includes a change of residence, death of family, change in job, etc. - Dr. Josephine Beebe

People were stressed and had nobody to talk to. Most people weren't happy to be there, but some were content, like two ladies I met that made the shelter their home. They had everything (they needed there) and were enjoying their stay. - Dr. Josephine Beebe

Many have reacted so great in the shelter. I'm amazed at the resilience of these people. They're very religious people, sincerely so, and they have what it takes ... people are out there doing things and living. - Dr. Josephine Beebe

I told one couple that here I'm free. Many came from inner city New Orleans. Many had a better life here (in the shelter). - Dr. Josephine Beebe

Cheryl was my friend. She kept looking for me (whenever she didn't see me). - Dr. Josephine Beebe

A score of over 300 is a very high score. I took the test myself, based on what people were going through, and had a score of over 500. - Dr. Josephine Beebe

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