When Brian Myers suffered a stroke in January and collapsed on the floor, his rescue dog Sadie was right there to help save his life.
When police arrived at the wrong address and couldn't find the van, they called the woman back but did not get an answer.
When she called firefighters Thursday morning, they rushed over and dug a path so she could get out.
The woman refused medical attention and assistance to a shelter or a family member's home.
Firefighters also offered to shovel out her vehicle, but she refused.
The Newark Office of Homeless Services is working to offer assistance to the woman.