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Patricia Smith, 71, a resident of Grundy Hall, a government-subsidized senior housing complex in Doylestown, has medical issues that limit her mobility, making it difficult for her to remain independent.  Smith contacted local State Senator Charles McIlhinney’s office to see if he could assist her in getting a lift chair that would make it easier for her to get up and out of her chair more frequently.  McIlhinney, in turn, contacted Twilight Wish Foundation, submitting a wish application on behalf of Smith. 

Coincidentally, a local woman, Susan Adams, had contacted Twilight Wish the same day wishing to donate a barely used lift chair. Adams had been diagnosed with CIPD, an ailment that left her almost completely paralyzed and bedridden.  Luckily, her treatment at the University of Pennsylvania was successful and she is back on her feet, leaving her with an unused lift chair.  Adams’ daughter, TaiMarie, searched the internet to find someone who could use the chair and found Twilight Wish. Twilight Wish staff facilitated the wish process in a manner of days, and her simple wish was granted Tuesday, August 23^rd at Grundy Hall in Doylestown.  Senator McIlhinney attended the wish granting, along with donor, Susan Adams, and representatives from Twilight Wish Foundation. 

“I love everything and can’t begin to tell you how much,” said Smith.  “It’s so comfortable, it’s like I am living in heaven.  I am finally at peace and at rest.” 

Adams was also overwhelmed by Smith’s gratitude and the circumstances of the wish granting.  “It was such a blessing to be part of this,” Adams said.  “Just to see her sitting in her chair, is beyond words.”

Harold Selvin, 80, a Korean War veteran, had his Twilight Wish to attend a Phillies game with his daughter granted, thanks to Twilight Wish Foundation and the Philadelphia Phillies.  Selvin is battling Parkinson’s disease and is wheelchair bound.  He is a lifelong Phillies fan who had never had the chance to attend a game at Citizen’s Bank Park.  Selvin’s wish came true on Saturday, April 30, 2011 when he attended a game with his daughter, Rochelle Bradley.  He couldn’t have asked for a better day; they saw Roy Halladay go the distance once again and beat the Mets! Special thanks to the Phillies organization who donated the handicapped seating tickets for Selvin and his daughter.

Twilight Wish Director of Community Relations, Mary Farrell, presents Regina with her wish certificate.Regina Snyder, an elderly Levittown resident, had her Twilight Wish for new dentures granted, thanks to local nonprofit Twilight Wish Foundation and the generosity of a anonymous Doylestown dentist. Representatives from Twilight Wish presented Snyder with a Twilight Wish certificate in her honor at her last dental appointment on Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Snyder, 82, badly needed new dentures; her lower dentures had not been replaced since 1964 and were loose, affecting her ability to chew and eat certain foods.    A resident of low-income senior housing, Snyder could not afford them on her own.  Snyder worked throughout her life as a teacher’s aide and grocery store cashier and took care of her husband until his death from cancer.  She was forced to retire from her cashier job after a car accident in which she sustained a severe back injury.  Because of her age she was not a candidate for surgery and is now in chronic pain and unable to stand for any significant length of time, requiring her to use a walker. 

Snyder also volunteered throughout her life in Bristol, serving as manager of the Bristol Township 9-12 year-old girls’ softball team for nine years.  After moving into her senior housing center, Snyder served terms as Resident Council treasurer, secretary, vice-president, and president over a 15 year period.  Snyder also organized transportation for shopping trips and events for the residents of her facility. Thanks to a generous Doylestown dentist, Snyder’s wish has been granted and she has a beautiful smile again!