A man presumed dead by his family reappeared in an inspiring tale when they stumbled upon a social media post detailing a homeless man’s life-changing encounter.

After a decade, family members finally realized their dreams of reunion, demonstrating how a fresh perspective can indeed transform lives.

In mid-December, Joao Coelho Guimares, a homeless man, was noticed by Brazilian singer and entrepreneur Alessandro Lobo near his clothing and barbershop in Goiania.

Rather than dismissing him, Lobo offered help, asking if he needed food or clothing, reports Universo Online.

Instead of other offerings, the visitor asked for a razor. Moved by compassion, Lobo instead invited him to his barbershop for a haircut, shave, and new clothes.

Despite being generally quiet and reserved, it was clear he was pleased. “Afterwards, he thanked us,” Lobo recalled.

Lobo then shared the remarkable transformation on Instagram, not only to showcase his work but also to encourage fellow entrepreneurs to embrace philanthropy whenever possible.

Unbeknownst to Alessandro, this act of kindness would significantly impact a life. A social media user amplified Lobo’s post, leading Joao’s mother and sister, who thought him long deceased, to discover he was alive.

They immediately contacted Lobo for help in tracing a family member who lacked both a home address and contact information. It emerged that Guimares had disappeared a decade earlier.

Despite a long and fruitless search, the family had resigned themselves to their loss, unaware that platforms like Facebook and TikTok could have provided clues earlier.

The day after the makeover, Joao’s mother and sister Maria approached Lobo’s business in search of Joao. It took some effort, but the family was eventually reunited.

Lobo was privileged to witness the joyous reunion and felt gratified that his good deed had brought about such positive change.