Simple Needs

Joanne is a 69-year-old woman living in Inverness, Florida. Due to ongoing health conditions, she relies on sleeping in her recliner for comfort and rest. Unfortunately, her current chair is very old and beginning to fall apart. Joanne hopes to receive a new lift chair that will make sleeping more comfortable and allow her to…

You can be part of this journey. Your donation helps grant wishes both big and small— meeting a simple but essential need like a new mattress to rest comfortably or an appliance that restores independence at home. Please donate today to an unfulfilled Simple Needs Wish.

Wishes like this take lots of planning, volunteers and resources to make it a reality. For every wish we’re able to grant, two more seniors are waiting for theirs. That’s where you can help. Please donate today to an unfulfilled Wish involving accessibility equipment.

Darrel has always been someone who serves others. In his younger years, he was a volunteer firefighter with the local department. Even now, when he’s feeling up to it, he continues to lend a hand to elderly neighbors—leaf blowing for them, helping with groceries, and offering support however he can. Darrel’s Twilight Wish is to…

Lefender is a 70-year-old resident of Houston, Texas, who dreams of having a peaceful and welcoming backyard where she can spend time with her grandchildren and enjoy the outdoors. As a devoted grandmother, Lefender rarely leaves her house except for medical appointments. Her only family consists of her daughter and two grandchildren, who bring her…

Celinda C., an 83-year-old retired dual language teacher from Round Rock, Texas, dedicated her life to education and music. She taught in the Lutheran Church, led choirs, and played the pipe organ, enriching others’ lives through her passion and service. Now blind from glaucoma and only able to see shadows with the aid of a…

Ruby P. is a 79-year-old from Morrisville, PA.  who simply wants something many of us take for granted — a working refrigerator. Ruby’s current fridge no longer cools, and she’s relying on a small mini fridge to store her daily medications. It’s a temporary fix, but she needs a reliable, full-size refrigerator to stay safe and…

Jerry has spent his life in service to others. He was a volunteer Pennsylvania State Police Constable for many years and dedicated over 45 years to the Lawrence County Housing Authority, where he worked to support the elderly and disabled residents. Even during his time off, he could be found helping those in need—offering rides, fixing things, or…

Linda 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…

Donna 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…

Carolina Cardillo, a resident of Verona, Pennsylvania, had her wish for a lift chair granted by our Allegheny County chapter. Carolina who is 74, has several medical issues and needs a lift chair in order to sleep comfortably and safely. She has always helped others in need. Having a lift chair will greatly improve her…

Richard L., a 74-year-old resident of Greensboro, PA, dreams of owning an electric scooter. For years, he dedicated his time to volunteering at the local food bank and the Greensboro Firehall. Unfortunately, health issues have now prevented him from continuing his volunteer work. Richard faces mobility challenges and hopes to use a scooter to visit…