Alvin Rides a Boat in Norfolk, VA
Alvin D., 93, from Brookdale Bath in Akron, Ohio, is a proud US veteran. Alvin served in the Navy during WWII and escorted vessels to the British Isles. Although Alvin and his crew were often an easy target for submarine attacks, they were never hit. Alvin said “I...
Earl Gets Up Close And Personal With the Mosquito Airplane For The First Time
Mr. Earl P. is an 89 year old man whose commitment to his family and airplanes is absolutely unrivaled. Earl’ fascination with airplanes began when he was 14 years old and began working at AVO, an airplane equipment plant in Detroit, Michigan. Since that moment,...
Ida’s Grandson Visits From Hawaii
For Ida Mae G., age 99, of Roanoke, VA, family means everything. Growing up on a ranch in North Dakota, Ida Mae was born to a mother who was Sioux Native American and an English father. Because of her heritage, she was placed into an Indian School. Though native...
Annette Visits the National Museum of the Marine Corps
Annette, 84, from Brookdale Waxahachie in Waxahachie, Texas, lost her husband, James, in 2014. The two were married for 61 years. A few years ago, Annette and James visited the National Museum of the Marine Corps. They walked the winding brick pathways to the rally...
Marie Reunites with her Two Younger Brothers
Marie, 83, of Brookdale North Austin, grew up as the middle child in a house full of brothers, four to be exact. Her two older brothers have passed away, but she remains very close to her two younger brothers, who live in different parts of the country. More than...
Ruth Visits the Beach for the First Time
Ruth, 80, of Petersburg, West Virginia is a loving older adult with a strong faith and love for life. Ruth has never seen the ocean or been to the beach before. Ruth’s Wish of a Lifetime is to visit the ocean and enjoy time on the beach with her family. Ruth grew up...