Fulfilled Twilight Wishes

Rosemarie D., 95, Pittsburgh, PA

April 15, 2021/in Fulfilled Wishes

Rosemarie Druga, a resident of Squirrel Hill, had her simple wish for new bedding and a battery for her scooter granted, thanks to our Allegheny County chapter. Druga, who just turned 95 last month, still lives on her own and relies on her scooter to get around. She has a twin-size hospital bed and has been using old full-size sheets on it. Because she lives on a fixed income, she cannot afford to buy new bedding or a battery for her scooter on her own. Thanks to the Allegheny County chapter her simple wish was granted on Friday, April 9^th. They also purchased a new full-size quilt for her bed so it can hang over the side, making it easier for her to make the bed from her wheelchair. Druga is a devoted mother and grandmother and was the primary caregiver for her husband who passed away several years ago. In years past, she was very active in the senior center and ran the bocce ball and shuffleboard programs for years there. Special thanks to Ponsi Medical Supply for discounting the cost of the scooter battery.

Barbara T., 88, Pittsburgh, PA

April 15, 2021/in Fulfilled Wishes

Barbara Tufton, 88, a resident of Pittsburgh, PA, had her wish for a QVC gift card so she could purchase food granted by our Allegheny County chapter. Because Barbara is recovering from a fall and her husband lives in a nursing facility, she finds it difficult to shop and cook for herself. She loves the food from QVC so having the ability to order food from there will be a big help to her.

Dorothy R., 83, Pittsburgh, PA

April 15, 2021/in Fulfilled Wishes

Dorothy Rice, 83, a resident of Pittsburgh, PA, had her wish for cookbooks, crossword puzzle books and fiction books granted by our Allegheny County chapter. Dorothy loves to read, especially suspense or mystery books. She also loves to cook, having worked for over 32 years as a nutritionist/cook for the Head Start Program for young children. In the past, Dorothy volunteered for many years with the Salvation Army. Her wish was granted on February 26, 2021.

Goldie C., 93, Youngstown, PA

April 15, 2021/in Fulfilled Wishes

Goldie Cochran, 93, a resident of Youngstown, PA, had her wish for hearing aids granted, thanks to our Allegheny County chapter.

Peg P., 98, Sharpsburg, PA

April 15, 2021/in Fulfilled Wishes

Peg Panza, 98, a resident of Sharpsburg, PA had her simple needs wish for a battery for her portable oxygen unit granted, thanks to our Allegheny County chapter. Peg is on oxygen 24/7 and having a back-up battery would allow her more time at her doctor appointments and give her the ability to go shopping or to lunch with her caregiver. She was active in the community, serving as president of the Auxiliary at Sharpsburg Volunteer Fire Department for over 50 years and served as vice president of the resident council at Sharpsburg Towers.

Sylvia C., 79, Pittsburgh, PA

April 15, 2021/in Fulfilled Wishes

Sylvia Cochran, 79, a resident of Pittsburgh PA, recently had her wish for a lift chair granted by our Allegheny County chapter. Sylvia suffers from arthritis and fibromyalgia making it difficult for her to stand on her own. Having a comfortable lift chair would also ease the pain in her legs and back. Because she lives on a fixed income and Medicare doesn’t cover the cost of a chair, she could not afford it on her own.

Della A., 92, Vernon, PA

April 15, 2021/in Fulfilled Wishes

Della Arrington, 92, a resident of Vernon, PA, had her wish for heated massage mat and back support pillow granted by our Allegheny County chapter on December 13, 2020. Della was confined to either her bed or a chair because of her health issues and both items would give her comfort and pain relief. According to her nurse who nominated her for the wish, Della’s favorite thing about having her wish granted was her Twilight Wish certificate. She kept it on the dining room table and would look at it throughout the day, pick it up, read it and smile, saying “I can’t believe that someone thinks I’m special.” Della used the massage mat and back support pillow every day to keep warm and comfortable. Della had lost her husband earlier in the year to COVID and was not well herself. Sadly, she passed away in late January 2021, but did so knowing she was loved and appreciated.

Orpah V., 79, Pittsburgh, PA

October 13, 2020/in Fulfilled Wishes

Orpah Vankirk, 79, a resident of Pittsburgh, PA, recently had her wish for a new twin mattress granted, thanks to our Allegheny County chapter. Vankirk has multiple medical issues and chronic pain. She had been sleeping in her chair because her old mattress was so worn. Having a new mattress will greatly improve her quality of life, allowing her to get a good night’s sleep.

Leslie M., 74, Braddock, PA

October 13, 2020/in Fulfilled Wishes

Leslie McGarrity, 74, a resident of Braddock, PA, recently had her wish for a new full size mattress granted, thanks to our Allegheny County chapter.

Leonard P., 78, Pittsburgh, PA

February 25, 2020/in Fulfilled Wishes

Leonard Peluso, 78, a resident of Pittsburgh, PA, had his wish for a washer and dryer granted, thanks to our Allegheny County chapter. Peluso has severe COPD and is on oxygen 24/7. A Vietnam veteran, he is in hospice care. Peluso and his wife have very little resources and no family or friends to help with their laundry. Because they cannot afford a car, it is a hardship for them to go to the laundromat. Having a washer and dryer in their home will allow hospice staff do do laundry for them while visiting.

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