Fulfilled Twilight Wishes

Wadsworth Glen, Middletown, CT

November 28, 2022/in Fulfilled Wishes

Two residents of Wadsworth Glen in Middleton, Connecticut, had their wish to go to lunch and see a performance of “Christmas in Connecticut” granted, thanks to the Central Connecticut chapter of national nonprofit Twilight Wish Foundation. The residents and their aides were picked up from their nursing home in style in a stretch black limo from Liberty Limousine and taken to lunch at the Gelston House in East Haddam. After lunch, they walked across the street to the Goodspeed Opera House where they enjoyed a performance of the classic “Christmas in Connecticut.” These residents are being thanked for being so helpful at their facility with visitations and community activities.

Donna G., 67, Hartford, CT

November 15, 2022/in Fulfilled Wishes

Donna Gaston, 67, a resident of Hartford, Connecticut had her wish to have a day out at the hairdresser and have lunch with her friend granted, thanks to our Central Connecticut chapter. Gaston, a resident of a nursing facility, lives on a limited income so could not afford this treat on her own.

Sr. Charles Mane, Windham, CT

November 15, 2022/in Fulfilled Wishes

Sister Charles Mane, a resident of St. Joseph Living Center in Windham, Connecticut had her wish for a cell phone with enlarged keys and texting ability granted, thanks to our Central Connecticut chapter. Sr. Charles Mane has been a Baltic Sister most of her life; she taught music and played the organ at several parishes. Having this phone will enable her to communicate more easily with her family and friends.

Bertha K., 104, Farmington, CT

June 2, 2022/in Fulfilled Wishes

Bertha Komor, a resident of Village Gate of Farmington, had her wish to pet a penguin granted, thanks to our Central Connecticut chapter. Komor, who will turn 105 in December, has been a resident of Village Gate at Farmington for several years. Her husband passed away after 72 years of marriage together. When Komor was younger and more mobile, she helped with activities and other residents in the facility. Komor is well known throughout Village Gate for being caring and kind to everyone she meets. When asked why she wants to pet a penguin, she replied “because they are adorable and my favorite animal!” Thank you to Mystic Aquarium for helping to grant this very special wish!

St. Joseph Living Center, Windham, CT

May 26, 2022/in Fulfilled Wishes

The senior residents of St. Joseph Living Center enjoyed a spring fashion show courtesy of our Central Connecticut chapter. A dozen of the residents there walked the runway showing off new spring fashions including sweaters, dresses, scarves, hats, and sunglasses. Because this event coincides with National Skilled Nursing Care Week, several staff members also participated in the fashion show. A special guest escorted the models down the runway. Following the fashion show, all the residents were treated to a party with refreshments and goodie bags for all. In addition, there was a raffle for staff members to have the chance to win a “thank you” basket to thank them for their hard work and dedication to the seniors there.

Sisters of Charity, Baltic, CT

May 26, 2022/in Fulfilled Wishes

The senior residents of the Sisters of Charity enjoyed a “Spring Fling Celebration,” thanks to our Central Connecticut chapter. These retired sisters have dedicated their lives to serving others as nurses and teachers and have all lived a life of poverty. The sisters enjoyed a nostalgic singalong led by one of the nuns there. Following the singalong, the sisters did a service project, putting together 100 “surprise packages” for the Saint Vincent De Paul Place soup kitchen in Norwich. Refreshments were shared by all followed by a flower making craft project to beautify the sisters’ living space. In addition, they each received a gift bag with a prayer box, an olive wood pocket cross, a lap blanket, and candy. Finally, there was a photo booth where the sisters were able to take a “selfie with Pope Francis!” The photos were printed out and given to the sisters in a special Pope Francis frame.

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