Dell Scott is released from prison under an early release program, and in order to stay free, he must find a job. At the same time, Dell is trying to reconnect with his son, whom he has not seen in years. One day, while looking for a job, the former convict approaches Philip Lacasse, a wealthy man with paralysis of the lower extremities. Despite the objections of his assistant, the ailing man decides to hire Dell as a caregiver, expecting him to allow him to die. However, Dell instead saves Philip's life and sets out to teach him how to enjoy it again.