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Quick-Thinking 6-Year-Old Saves The Day After Mom Collapses

July 25, 2024

Today's good news story comes from Northern Ireland.

A six-year-old boy named Aiden is being praised for his quick actions after his mother, Elizabeth Crooks, collapsed at home.

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Elizabeth, a 26-year-old mother of three from Belfast, became unwell due to a neurological condition known as FND (Functional Neurological Disorder) and passed out.

Aidan, showing remarkable composure for his age, immediately sought help. He approached a delivery man named Bryan, who was dropping off a package at their home. The heartwarming moment was captured by Crooks' doorbell camera and has since gone viral.

@n.irishmum2 My last account got removed ! sharing this beautiful video again of my son and daughter getting help from Amazon guy. The importance of teaching your kids what to do in an emergency! #hero #fyp #chronicillness ♬ original sound - n.irishmum

Elizabeth shared with Belfast Live that seeing her young son remain calm and polite during the emergency was incredibly moving.

"It was so heartwarming to see how he handled the situation," she said.

Thanks to Aidan's swift actions and Bryan's kindness, Elizabeth received the help she needed. Elizabeth later managed to track down Bryan to thank him personally for his assistance.

"His sister-in-law saw the video, and I think he is still in shock, the same as me, that it has gone so viral. You can tell he's kind of a shy guy," Elizabeth said.

This story is a touching reminder of the extraordinary capabilities of children in emergency situations and the kindness of strangers. It also highlights the importance of teaching children how to respond in emergencies, which can make all the difference in critical moments.