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Senior Wishes/UCHS

Senior Wishes/UCHS

非盈利组织

Orchard Park，New York 179 位关注者

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Our Mission is to foster respect and appreciation for seniors by granting life enriching wishes. The Senior Wishes story began in 2013, when ideas were being discussed on how the United Church Home Society might best serve the senior citizen population of Western New York. UCHS, founder of Fox Run at Orchard Park and the United Church Manor in West Seneca, was looking for a program that could bring real value to the aged. Wendy Miller Backman had volunteered with a small wish program years earlier and began describing it to Mike Maloney, CEO of Fox Run Orchard Park and UCHS Inc. Mike and Wendy began a series of brainstorming sessions and much research, and realized that although there were a handful of these wish programs throughout the country, none existed in Western NY. Mike, having an extensive knowledge in the field of aging, felt there was a real need that Senior Wishes could fulfill. Our first wish was granted March 7, 2014 to Grace Festa. Her wish was to work with a professional photographer who could teach her about lighting, composition and camera operations. Senior Wishes partnered with Katie Schneider Photography to make this wish come true. Since then, the organization has granted many wishes to seniors, such as: travel to reunite with family and friends; take part in a sporting or cultural event; provided supplies for hobbies or past times; or planned events to celebrate milestone birthdays or anniversaries. Senior Wishes has expanded programming to include *Remembering a Senior on Valentine's Day - goody bags distributed to care facilities *Hero Boxes to Veterans - patriotic boxes delivered to senior veterans *Simple Wishes for the Holidays - recognizing not all seniors enjoy the holidays when they are isolated and lonely. Gift giving program to hundreds of seniors each year. Whether it's a simple need or a bucket list wish, Senior Wishes strives to make a difference in the lives of local seniors.

网站
https://www.seniorwishes.org
所属行业
非盈利组织
规模
2-10 人
总部
Orchard Park，New York
类型
非营利机构
创立
2014

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    1 Fox Run Ln

    US，New York，Orchard Park，14127

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  • Senior Wishes is delighted to welcome Gertrude to our Century Club! Last week, she celebrated an incredible milestone—her 102nd birthday. Gertrude continues to live independently in her apartment, where she starts each day by cooking her own breakfast. She credits her longevity to prioritizing self-care. Gertrude’s vibrant personality and positive outlook made spending the afternoon with her an absolute joy! Do you know a senior turning 100+ this year? Nominate them to become a Century Club member at https://lnkd.in/gX4VCnqH

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  • We had the honor yesterday of meeting Joe, a Korean War Veteran. Joe has chronic back pain and was in desperate need of having a lift chair that would allow him to elevate his legs, and stand up more easily. We partnered with @accessibilitysolutionsofwny to help make this wish come true. Joe also appreciated his new hat, blanket,, mug and Chicken Soup for the Veteran's Soul Book. Joe reported the chair is so comfortable, he sleeps in it sometimes. We are so grateful for the opportunity to give back to those who sacrificed so much to us. Thank you for your service Joe!

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  • We'd like to welcome back Jenna McDonnell to our Board of Directors! Jenna was a former Vice-Chair and served on the Board for six years before her second term ended in 2021. We are so happy to have her back! Jenna McDonnell is a Partner in the Defense Litigation department at Bennett Schechter Arcuri & Will LLP. She is experienced in the defense of casualty and negligence matters including toxic tort liability, trucking liability, motor vehicle liability, premises liability, products liability and municipal liability claims. Ms. McDonnell is admitted to practice in the State of New York and the United States District Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of New York and the Supreme Court of the United States. Ms. McDonnell regularly appears in state and federal courts throughout New York and handles matters from initial case investigation through dispute resolution or trial. Ms. McDonnell serves as a Local Director for the Board of the Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York, Western New York Chapter and co-chairs the Membership Committee. Ms. McDonnell is also a member of Phi Alpha Delta, the Erie County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association and DRI. Ms. McDonnell previously served as a Board Member for the Pet Emergency Fund, an organization designed to provide financial support to pet owners who cannot afford emergency medical care for their pets. Ms. McDonnell is a native of Western New York

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  • This year, thanks to all of our generous donors, we will be bringing gifts to over 125 isolated and lonely seniors in our community. Additionally, we have adopted all 80 residents of Southtowns Care Center in Buffalo. They will each receive a gift bag with new sleepwear, a blanket, stuffed animal, word search book, lotion and more. Our Simple Wishes for the Holidays campaign reminds seniors that they are not forgotten. ??

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  • We finished our Veterans Appreciation "HERO Box" Campaign this week! We recognized a record 150 Veterans this year, including 11 WWII Veterans and Four Purple Heart recipients. Listening to these men and women share their stories of their remarkable service deepens our appreciation for their sacrifices. We thank all of our sponsors and volunteers who are so critical to this program. The crafts and cards made by children were so appreciated. Below is a small sampling of some of our honored Veterans!

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