Notes from seniors
Here are some of the lovely notes we have received from seniors over the years:
June 2022
Dear Steve + Howie + Volunteers
Thank you for all you do to make old folks like me happy. Reaching the age of 100 years may sound incredible – but living it is not!!
It comforts me to know you are there. Steve, I thought this picture, a scene from “the good old days" (ho ho ho!) would make you smile.
I send you ALL my love may peace and happiness be yours.
March 2022
To Whom It May Concern
Re: Visiting Neighbors
Visiting Neighbors is more than a service for shut-ins and people with limited mobility: it’s a lifeline. The efficiently-run organization could be a model for other nonprofits.
The screening process is meticulous, and Steve and Howie are a stupid, casting directors.
The alchemy of pairing people who “fit“ together is magical: each party is a beneficiary. The VN constituency, spans generations, and geography. The age to have knowledge to share, while the young bring their perceptions of today.
It’s more than handholding to comfort those heading to medical appointments, it’s providing the thread that connects sometimes marginalized people to the community. I count VN among my blessings. It puts sunshine back in my life, for which I am profoundly grateful.
Thank you.
January 2022
Dear Cynthia, Steve, Howie, and Mary,
Thank you so much for the gift bag with all the goodies. The new masks will certainly come in handy during this time of Covid and new toothbrush is always handy. The tea bags will be soothing once made into hot tea on these cold winter nights, the hard candies are refreshing, and I love the scarf! As a beginning knitter, I appreciate the perfect stitches and the softness of the yarn. The color is beautiful (my favorite) and I love the feel of the scarf around my neck.
Hope you had a happy holidays and warmest wishes for a healthy rewarding new year.
With thanks and appreciation,
Marge.
PS the young ladies, who delivered the gift bag for a lovely and gracious. They brought a smile to my face. Thank them for their efforts!
December 2021
Dear Visiting Neighbors,
Thank you for all that you do for me. I am grateful to you and always will be for improving the quality of my life and for knowing the wonderful compassionate people that you all are.
May your Christmas (and all holidays) sparkle with love and after and good will and in the New Year!
Love,
Marilyn
February 2022
A belated "Happy Valentine" to one and all!!!
To: Members of the "Visiting Neighbors, Inc"
Just want you to know that your kind messages bring much joy & warmth to the heart of this 87-year-old lady who lives alone. Thank you for remembering... I wish I could do something for you or a needy someone in return!!.
Meanwhile, may you all enjoy a fruitful, healthy, safe, and rewarding 2022!
From a grateful friend.
January 2021
To: Cynthia, Steve, Howie + Mary
Dears -
You made my day!! What a wonderful surprise to receive all those goodies.
The scarf is beautiful and so welcome in this weather. Thank you, thank you. I'm a coffee lover, especially for my morning coffee, so my thanks for indulging me. I'm also a sneezer, so have to have lots of tissues on hand. Thanks for adding to my supply -- and my supply of face masks. Which I always wear going out - can always use extra ? and an extra supply of hand santanitizer. And you indulge me as a cookie-eater with those delicious cookies.
This is a beautiful gift and I'm thrilled to receive it. As I mentioned, after I returned from this rehab hospital after my fall and fractured my leg, I've had an aide with me. At my age -- 103 & 1/2 -- I can no longer live alone. So that is why I haven't been calling you. But always remember with appreciation all your kind help.
Best New Years wishes to all
Fondly
Margaret, 103 & 1/2
September 2020
To Visiting Neighbors
New York, NY
c/o "Funders"
This volunteer organization has been a life-saver for me. I am 92 years of age, have difficulty getting around, especially when I need to see a doctor.
These men and young women have assisted me a number of times. They are reliable, so supportive and wish I could afford to pay for the service, but I live on a fixed income. These volunteers are so appreciated.
In gratitude,
(Mrs.) Sydelle, 92
March 2019
Dear Howie, Steve and Staff,
I am grateful for the great volunteer services you provide. The 'Visiting Neighbors' are special; they are so patient and careful. Those I've had the pleasure of meeting are helpful and good company.
Thank you,
Ruth, 99
Thank you for all that you do for me. I am so grateful for your help.
Love,
Arlene, 88
Dear Visiting Neighbors
Thanks for caring
Florence S., 102
I am writing to let you know how much I appreciate your program. I am a senior person who is pretty much homebound. I am alone and when I have appointments with various physicians, I need to have a volunteer assist me.
I use a walker and need assistance crossing streets, climing stairs, and opening heavy doors.
I depend on Visiting Neighbors and their wonderful, dedicated volunteers. Without their help I would be unable to receive needed medical care.
Visiting Neighbors provides a much needed service to the community.
With the changing political climate, I am hoping that your program will continue to receive much needed support.
Very warmly yours,
Evelyn, 100
February 2023
Cynthia, Steve, Howie, and Mary --
Thank you ALL for your kindness and always warm words -- all the best to you all!
Aldona
Knowing that you around always willing to help -- it is priceless.
Thank you
A
Hope you know the reason why you're thought about so much...
Is just that every thought of you
Is warmed by friendship's touch!
Feb 18 2021
To the youngsters of Visiting Neighbors,
Thank you for the lovey card you made for me.
Happy Valentine's Day to all for your kind thought to me. In this time of need, is good to have some one think of me. Love the card with all the hearts on it. Nice work you did for me.
Olga
Be Happy you all. You are so kind. Love it so much.
December 2023
Dear Visiting Neighbors,
I am truly grateful for the work that you do. Without your services I would never have the quality of life which brings me joy and peace of mind. Thank you.
May your Christmas sparkle with love, laughter, and goodwill
Sincerely,
Marilyn
January 2024
Dear Visiting Neighbors,
Thank you so much for elf gifts. I love the Norman Rockwell calendar especially and the woolen scarf, what a labor of love! And I enjoyed seeing my dear friend, elf Ray, too! And the meals on heels -- I am speechless!!! Thank you again, wishing you all a wonderful 2024!
Wishing you happiness and joy this festive season
Barbara
February 2024
Cynthia, Steve, Howie, and Mary
Visiting Neighbors
Thank you for the Holiday Gift Bag and the Services. I will be 103 in February 2024. I thank you for helping Seniors.
Sincerely,
Viviana
To: info@visitingneighbors.org
Date: 02/12/2024 11:03 AM EST
Subject: Thank you!
LOVE LOVE LOVE my Valentine’s Day card! It’s simply WONDERFUL!
Please thank NORA for her FABULOUS card. The design is SO great, as well as the sentiments.
Made me happy!
Please wish NORA a Happy Valentine’s and thank her for her GREAT card!
Wishing everyone at Visiting Neighbors a Happy Valentine’s Day, too!
🥰
Eliane
2/18/2024
Dear Boys & Girls
Thank you for the beautiful Valentines card you sent me. It is the only one I got! So it was very special and made me smile.
Genny
Feb 18, 2024
Dear Children,
I received a lovely Valentine's Day card from one of you today. I want to thank you for it because if was a very pleasant surprise that brought a big smile to my face. I loved the beautiful art work on the card and wish the artist of my card and all the other children a very happy Valentine's Day!
Love,
Susan
