While you wait

Medical Drama | Slice of Life | Schemes & Scandals

Written by Matt Boda

Logline: While You Wait follows the lives of the staff, patients and their families at High Point Hospice Center as they tackle the humdrum of client needs, forbidden love affairs, heart-wrenching end-of-life chats and secret internal schemes.

Synopsis: "While You Wait" delves into the lives of the compassionate staff, vulnerable patients, and their families at Highpoint Hospice Care Center. Amidst the backdrop of mundane client needs, forbidden passions, heart-wrenching end-of-life conversations, and hidden machinations, the story follows a colorful ensemble of characters.

Omar, a spirited janitor battling his own demons, fights to maintain stability while contending with his conniving manager, Paul. Paul's ambitious ploy to upend the existing hierarchy jeopardizes the tranquil equilibrium of the center.

The cast includes the altruistic Dr. Anne, whose selflessness defines her medical practice; quick-witted former journalist Michael; young-at-heart surfer Tristan facing mortality too soon; and Winnie, an 80-year-old terminal patient and former backup singer for jazz legends. From the cries of the elderly to the aspirations of the youth, their collective journey embodies the courage to march forward, one step at a time. As they grapple with life's imperfections, "While You Wait" captures the poignant essence of resilience, connection, and the human experience.