Linda Bean, of E.Stroudsberg, PA - In 2001 Linda’s husband Alford, was diagnosed with environmental sinus cancer. Unfortunately, as a result of the radiation treatment, Alford developed a bone infection where half of his skull had to be removed, as well his left eye, the roof of his mouth and all of his teeth. Medical bills have been piling up and financial assistance is needed to take the pressure off their family during this difficult period. There to accept the $5,000 grant was their Guardian Angel Walter Brunt of Phillipsburg, NJ.
Keely Ritchie, of Oakfield, ME - $3,000 grant – Keely is a single parent with two disabled children (Michaela and Michael) who both suffer from Krabbe’s leukodstrophy. A $3,000 grant will build a handicapped ramp for her two children and help with her traveling expenses to and from the hospital, which is four hours away. Her Guardian Angel is Kelly Brown, Family Coordinator for Hunter’s Hope in Durham, NC.
Shannon & Timothy Bullock, of Belmont, NH - $2,500 grant – The Bullock family recently lost their home, their pets, and all their personal belongings in a horrific fire. This $2,500 grant will help the Bullock family to replace clothing and other items lost in that fire. Their guardian angel is Terrie Weintraub of Nashua, NH.
Marlene and Randy Wentworth, of Exeter, NH - Marlene was recently diagnosed with a rare form of liver cancer. Since her disability insurance will not take effect for 6-months and she can no longer work, this $5,000 grant will help Marlene with her uncovered growing medical expenses. Her Guardian Angel is Clara Mattheson of Stratham, NH.
Mary Pizzi, of Belmont, MA - At this time, I’d like to bring up Frank Manzelli from Tokyo Joes Studio in Belmont, MA. Frank is the Guardian Angel of our next recipient Mary Pizzi also from Belmont, MA in her time of need. Frank had requested that the money his studio raised go to help Mary. Mary’s Mom & Dad both tragically passed away in early January of this year. At 13 years old, Mary is in need of assistance to cover her education, clothing and living expenses. Mary was presented with a $4,000 grant.
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Jacob Laliberte, of Windham, NH - 19-year old Jacob was struck by a motor vehicle while walking down the street. He is now a tetraplegic and is confined to a wheelchair due to paralysis from a broken and dislocated vertebrae in his neck and a fractured vertebrae in his lower back and pelvis. Jacob is receiving a total grant of $7,500 to purchase a Tub Slide Shower chair, an A4 wheelchair, a Wanchiks writer, a hi-low table, and to assist with a making his driveway handicapped accessible. His Guardian Angel is his Aunt, Patty Sherman from Tewksbury.
Brooke Ferrara, of Tamworth, NH - Two and one-half year old Brooke was diagnosed with Leukemia this past November. With 5 children at home this grant will help the family with Brooke’s transportation needs for medical treatment and other medical supplies to keep her comfortable. A total grant of $4,500 was given to help Brooke and her family. Her Guardian Angel is her Aunt Beryl Rotondo of Medford, MA.
Donna Iannelli, of Whitman, MA - Donna is a single mom who was diagnosed with breast cancer and had to undergo surgery, and soon after was told that she also has brain cancer. A request was made to help assist Donna with her health insurance payments, as she can no longer work. A $5,000 grant will help Donna with her insurance needs. Her Guardian Angel is Fran Carney of Melrose, MA.
Cindy Farney, of Silver Creek, N.Y. - Cindy has sustained numerous injuries due to a major car accident. As a result of her serious trauma, as well as a stroke, she is faced with the challenge of ongoing therapy. This $5,000 grant will contribute towards the many months of therapy she will be required to receive, which her insurance does not cover. Her Guardian Angel is Dr. Jonathan Davis, Buffalo, NY.
Collette Nichols, of Springfield, MA - Collette Nichols, of Springfield, MA - Collette’s husband Steven was sent to Fort Drum, NY after two injuries from his tour overseas in Iraq. Steven who is disabled has two sons, one of whom is terminally ill and in a wheelchair. Due to the multiple challenges the family faces, they were about to have their mortgage foreclosed on their home. This $3,500 grant will assist the family in their immediate crisis. Her Guardian Angel is Jake Comer from The American Legion.
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