Bringing Elevated Wishes to Life
Bringing a senior’s most deeply cherished dream to life is the goal of the Elevated Wish program, a partnership between Vital Life and Wish of a Lifetime from AARP.
An Elevated Wish reconnects loved ones, fulfills lifelong dreams, commemorates service or renews and celebrates passions. Every Elevated Wish starts with a senior’s rich life and compelling story. For all who participate in making that dream come true, it’s a miracle.
Frank Walsh playing his cymbals during a football game at Wilsonville High School
Elevated Wish Highlights
One unforgettable highlight from 2024 was the remarkable journey of one resident Beth. After a devastating car accident in her twenties resulted in a traumatic brain injury and ongoing physical challenges, Beth committed herself to rebuilding strength and independence over many years. A former athlete and passionate water lover, Beth aspired to return to the ocean.
Through determination, long-term rehabilitation, and the steadfast support of those around her, she prepared for a scuba diving experience in Honduras that would change her life. Preparing to scuba dive was not a vacation; it was hard work that led Beth to reclaim her physical freedom.
Immersed in the weightlessness of the ocean, Beth experienced liberation she hadn’t felt in years. “It felt like flying,” she shared. We are honored to celebrate Beth’s courage and life-changing Elevated Wish. Beth reflects on her Elevated Wish experience, “I just want to show people that anyone can do everything they want to in life.” We were honored to support Beth’s Wish with support from her Physical Assistant and Scuba Access for Everyone (S.A.F.E.), a nonprofit that helps people scuba dive.
