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Wish Stories

We have granted over 2,000 stories in 50 states.
Browse wishes and read older adults’ inspiring stories.

John Starts a New Path to Wellness

John Starts a New Path to Wellness

Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Liz Honors Brother’s Service at Vietnam Veterans Memorial Anniversary

Liz Honors Brother’s Service at Vietnam Veterans Memorial Anniversary

Commemorating Service, Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Cathy Lights Up at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Cathy Lights Up at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

WWII Nurse Doris Declared Living Legend

WWII Nurse Doris Declared Living Legend

Commemorating Service

Rex Honors His Father’s Legacy in Bastogne

Rex Honors His Father’s Legacy in Bastogne

Commemorating Service, Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Donald Soars in the Goodyear Blimp

Donald Soars in the Goodyear Blimp

Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Roland’s Fascination Takes Flight

Roland’s Fascination Takes Flight

Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Ophelia Honors Her Father’s WW II Service and Legacy

Ophelia Honors Her Father’s WW II Service and Legacy

Commemorating Service, Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Ray Records an Original Country Song in Nashville

Ray Records an Original Country Song in Nashville

Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Kathleen Rekindles Her Love for the Road

Kathleen Rekindles Her Love for the Road

Renewing & Celebrating Passions

Robbie is Electrifying

Robbie is Electrifying

Renewing & Celebrating Passions

Sharon Retraces Her Family’s Journey to America

Sharon Retraces Her Family’s Journey to America

Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Pat Bulldozes through Barriers

Pat Bulldozes through Barriers

Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

Shirley Travels Home to be Honored for Her Service

Shirley Travels Home to be Honored for Her Service

Commemorating Service

Ken Faces Two Fears with a Flight to the Ocean

Ken Faces Two Fears with a Flight to the Ocean

Fulfilling Lifelong Dreams

All Aboard! Louvenia Reunites with Her Family on a Train Ride

All Aboard! Louvenia Reunites with Her Family on a Train Ride

Reconnecting Loved Ones

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