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Lynn Goes Back to the Big Apple
78 year-old Lynn is a resident of Brookdale Vista Grande in Colorado Springs, but she is a New Yorker at heart. Her Wish of a Lifetime was to return to New York City, where she hasn’t been in over 25 years. Lynn had to leave New York City on short notice when her...
Albert and Esther Visit Holocaust Museum
Although Albert, 89, and Esther, 80, resided in different areas of France during WWII, it proved to be a pivotal era in both of their lives. Being of Jewish decent, they were forced to flee their homes in order to survive. Since Albert is nearly ten years older than...
Joyce Goes Parasailing
Joyce, 77, has always shared a deep connection with Lake George in New York, a place that holds many fond memories including swimming, water-skiing and bathing in the sun with her family. One moment in particular, though, brings her the most joy—the memory of her son...
Lynda Goes to Phantom of the Opera in NYC
Lynda, 76, is a older adult who has always put the needs of others before her own. She was born in Fort Worth, Texas, and has lived in Texas her whole life. She has always served others and has gone on several mission trips with her husband throughout her life. This...
Audrey Boards the USS Intrepid
With such a lively spirit, one would never guess that Audrey is 92 years old. Though she now resides in Brookdale Destin in Florida, Audrey spent the majority of her life in New York. She worked as a typist in New York City for many years in a large company downtown,...
Rudy Honors His Son
Rudy M., 92, is a Navy Veteran who has always been passionate about helping others. He worked hard throughout his life to provide for his family, and was a loving father to his two children. Rudy also volunteered as a firefighter for thirty years in New York City. His...