While rushing through a busy Chicago bus terminal, Michael Jordan was stopped by a trembling voice—a homeless woman named Taylor Winslow asking for just one dollar. Unlike many passersby, Jordan didn’t just hand her money; he asked how long she had been on the streets.
Taylor shared her story: she had been homeless for eight months after losing her job as an ICU nurse during the pandemic. Despite her hardships, she was still fighting to keep her nursing license and complete training online. Instead of cash, Jordan gave her contact information for a vocational rehabilitation program tailored to healthcare workers recovering from trauma.
Though skeptical at first, Taylor was reassured by Jordan’s commitment to helping her find support. A crowd gathered, offering clothes, toiletries, and rides. Within hours, Taylor was cleaned up and on her way to recovery, ultimately returning to nursing and becoming a mentor for traumatized healthcare professionals.
