Candy in the short story "Of Mice and Men" is old, frail, and missing a hand. He is no longer welcomed into the group of young men who go into the town to drink and have festivities. His presence is a reminder of they will one day become if they continue in their current jobs and lifestyle as ranch hands. In many ways Candy is washed up. He is no longer needed or desired as company. He recognizes this in himself and no withdraws from the company of others until he meets Lennie and learns about Lennie and George's dream. It gives Candy hope which is something he has no felt in a long time.
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