Simple Needs
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< 1 min readSister Ann Mack, a resident of Saint Mary Home in West Hartford, recently had her wish for shelving and supplies for the craft room there granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter. Sister Ann is 86 and has been a Sister of Mercy for over 65 years. She spent 25 years as a teacher in Catholic…
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< 1 min readBonnie, 80, a resident of Amber Court assisted living in Westbury, NY, had dreamed for years of going whale watching with her granddaughter. Unfortunately, her doctor felt it would be unsafe for her at this time. Because Bonnie had recently lost some weight, she decided that a few new outfits would make her happy! Our…
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< 1 min readOur Allegheny County chapter granted an absolutely life-changing wish for Joyce recently. Joyce, 84, was born blind and lives on her own. Her social worker nominated her for AI glasses which will give her more independence and assist her with daily activities, improving her quality of life. The glasses read items such as menus, prescription…
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< 1 min readOur Westmoreland County chapter recently granted Virgie’s sweet wish! Virgie, 89, is known as Grandma Moose, and organizes bus trips and church functions. She loves to type letters and invitations and make posters, but was having difficulty seeing the keys on her typewriter. Our Westmoreland County chapter got her a lighted magnifier which will make…
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< 1 min readCarmella’s simple wish for a compact walker was granted by our Allegheny County chapter recently. Carmella, 93, lives on her own. She loves to go out with her family but it is difficult to navigate with her rollator as it is heavy to get in and out of the car. Having a small walker will…
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< 1 min readAn Army veteran, Charles, 68, suffers from chronic back pain and other medical issues. He wished for a new bed as his old, worn out mattress was causing him severe back pain. Having a new, comfortable bed to sleep in will greatly improve his quality of life and allow him to participate in daily activities…
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< 1 min readDeborlyne has been living with chronic, severe pain for many years. She lives on her own and having a reclining lift chair where she can sit and sleep safely and comfortably will make a world of difference for her. Now 73, when Deborlyne was younger, she volunteered at Addison Terrace Learning working with families that…
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< 1 min readBorn blind, Charles, a resident of Pittsburgh, wished for AI glasses that would give him more independence and improve his quality of life. The glasses read items such as menus, prescription bottles and bills out loud to Charles so that he doesn’t always need to rely on others to read to him. At 79 years…
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< 1 min readVincent Vu, a resident of West Hartford, Connecticut, had his wish for a desktop magnifier granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter and the New England Low Vision and Blindness Association. Vincent, 79, has a B.A. in religious studies from Trinity College and would like to earn a Master’s so he can continue to work in…
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< 1 min readJames Morris, a resident of Southwestern Veterans Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, had his wish for a Chromebook granted, thanks to our Allegheny County. The Tech Caregiver students from Forbes Road CTC visit Southwestern Veterans Center monthly to provide technical assistance to the elderly residents there. Jimmy, 73, noticed the students help many of the other…
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< 1 min readLinda Dallas, a resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, had her wish for both a new wig and an interactive stuffed cat granted, thanks to our Allegheny County chapter. Linda is 72 and lives in a facility. She loves animals and missed having a pet. Being able to brush and cuddle her new cat will improve her…
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< 1 min readDonna Gaston, a resident of Hartford, Connecticut, had her simple wish for a new mattress and bedding granted, thanks to our Connecticut chapter. Donna, 69, needed a new bed but could not afford the cost on her limited income. She is very involved in her community, helping to serve breakfast and lunch to the other…