Take your time!
It's nice when we feel a connection/attraction with someone new.
It's most interesting when it catches us by surprise.
Many of us feel especially lonely when experiencing more challenges.
I have known of many "patients" trying to hook-up with one another.
Take it slow and get to know him, as well as you reaction to him, in the longer run. Maybe he is the person you think he is, maybe not.
In the meantime, enjoy an interesting friendship.

WC