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TESTIMONIES OF PARTICIPANTS, CAREGIVERS AND FAMILY MEMBERS

"I want you to know that since my Mother has been coming to join you, I have seen such a positive turn-around in her! It's so wonderful to know that she is happy and excited to be with all her new friends at the Clelian Center. But most of all, I would like to say thank you to everyone that makes it such a wonderful place for Mom to be. It is so good for her to be with her own peers. I think it was difficult for her at the beginning, but now she really looks forward to coming. She actually wonders what she misses on the days that she's not at the Center! I truly think that you have brought something special into her life and she loves sharing her life too!"
A Family Member

"What the Clelian Center Means to Me"
"I want to thank the staff and volunteers and Sisters for the splendid job they do. They welcomed me, with open arms, from the kitchen help to the administrators, from the first day I arrived. I have seen many people with handicaps that are so willing to live life to the best of their ability. I thank God every day for their determination. I also thank God that I am so blessed to know them. The fellowship among the people here has been very rewarding. From the songs we sing to bring back memories of what used to be has given me inspiration. I enjoyed the fashion show, the Easter celebration, St. Patrick's Day, Cinco de Mayo, Little Italy Day, Groundhog Day to mention a few. I enjoyed being Santa Claus to the little children and the intermingling with the children from the different schools. I am looking forward to many more pleasant and fun events. I just enjoy getting up each day and coming in and saying good morning to all. I anticipate what I'm going to do today. Thank you."
A Participant

"My family was so worried about me before Clelian Center. I sure woke up since!! I learned to smile and talk again. The games and fun, Nuns and volunteers- I love it all. Thank you a million times for such a wonderful welcome you always give me."
A Participant

"We can't thank you enough for the wonderful, loving care given our Mother by all of you. Her daily attendance at the Clelian gave her a renewed purpose in life, something to look forward to each day."
A Caregiver

"My Dad enjoyed interacting with the members, the variety of activities and especially the staff's loving touch. My family always felt that warmth and happiness when we brought my Dad, dropped in for a visit or recently while volunteering. We believe you have something very special. It has made a wonderful difference in our lives."
A Caregiver

"There are no words that can thank you and all the staff for what a tremendous job you are doing and have done for my Mom. I could not have survived the five years without each and everyone who are fantastic, loving and caring people"

A Family Member