Fulfilled Twilight Wishes

A wish for a good night’s sleep

January 28, 2025/in Fulfilled Wishes

Jeree Harris, a resident of Immanuel House in Hartford, Connecticut, recently had her wish for a new twin bed and bedding granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter. Jeree needed a comfortable, safe bed, but couldn’t afford it on her fixed income.

Connell’s simple wish is granted

January 27, 2025/in Fulfilled Wishes

Connell Benjamin, a resident of The Retreat in Hartford, had his wish for a new bed granted thanks to our Connecticut chapter. Connell, 68, lives on a fixed income and could not afford a new bed on his own. He is an active volunteer at The Retreat where he helps to serve breakfast every morning. Having a new bed will greatly improve his quality of life!

Hartford senior has wish for twin bed granted

January 27, 2025/in Fulfilled Wishes

Cynthia Pittman, a resident of The Retreat in Hartford, Connecticut, had her wish for a new twin bed and bedding granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter. Cynthia, who is 71, had been sleeping on her couch because she could not afford a bed. Having a new, comfortable bed will greatly improve her quality of life.

Connecticut senior has wish for a new sofa granted

January 27, 2025/in Fulfilled Wishes

Theodore Hawley, a resident of Hartford, Connecticut, recently had his wish for a new sofa granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter. Theodore, 77, needed a sofa and saved money for months in order to buy it. Sadly, his son’s car needed repairs and Theodore selflessly gave him the money instead. He is a valued resident of his facility and is known for his generosity and kindness to others. Theodore was so grateful as having a sofa to sit on will make his place feel like a home.

Carmen’s wish for a laptop is granted

November 11, 2024/in Fulfilled Wishes

Carmen Pansi, a resident of Norfolk, Connecticut, recently had his wish for a laptop granted by our Connecticut chapter. Carmen recently had a heart transplant and must isolate from others for a full year. Having a laptop will allow him to research information on heart transplant recovery, play games and search the internet while he recovers.

David spends the day on a farm!

September 26, 2024/in Fulfilled Wishes

David Boone, a resident of Waterbury, Connecticut, had his wish to visit a farm and spend some time a day with horses granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter. David, 66, grew up with horses and still talks about his favorite horse, Diamond, to this day. He is very active in his church, volunteering his time doing maintenance and setting up for events. Thank you to Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center for helping to grant this wish. David was able to help groom, walk and brush the horses.

Christmas in July!

July 30, 2024/in Fulfilled Wishes

A merry time was had by all at the Christmas in July event at The Retreat in Hartford last week! Thanks to our Connecticut chapter and Connecticut Society of Santas, lots of lucky residents sang Christmas carols, played Christmas trivia and had a Christmas grab! Of course the day was topped off with Christmas cookies and juice!

Joe has his wish to visit Yankee Stadium granted

June 24, 2024/in Fulfilled Wishes

Salvatore “Joe” Magano, a resident of Durham, Connecticut, recently had his wish to visit Yankees stadium and tour the clubhouse granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter. Joe, 80, has COPD and needs a wheelchair or walker to get around. In years past, he and his wife took the train from Connecticut but that is no longer possible. The New York Yankees rolled out the blue carpet for Joe and his family! Not only did they get to tour the clubhouse and field, but he got to try on World Series rings and hold Babe Ruth’s baseball bat! It was a day they will never forget! Joe is truly deserving of this wish as he worked as a counselor for many years with the homeless and addicted. Thank you New York Yankees for making this amazing wish possible!

Residents of Rocky Hill Veterans Home treated to YardGoats game

June 24, 2024/in Fulfilled Wishes

Fifteen residents of the Rocky Hill Veterans Home recently were treated to box seats at a Hartford YardGoats game, thanks to our Connecticut chapter and NBC CT/Telemundo. It was Veterans Appreciation Night at the ballpark and the veterans were so happy to be honored for their service.

Mamie visits the National Museum of African American History and Culture

June 24, 2024/in Fulfilled Wishes

Mamie Darden, a resident of Hamden, Connecticut, recently had her wish to visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington DC granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter. Mamie, 80, would like to explore and learn more about African American history and contributions to our country. She was thrilled and grateful to be able to spend two days at the museum.

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