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Geoff

Visit Cottesloe

Geoff’s wish was to visit Cottesloe Beach with his family. Geoff has always loved going to the beach – especially Cottesloe where he regularly walked, cycled and kayaked. Post exercise he enjoyed a coffee and cinnamon scroll while watching the waves roll in. Geoff, along with his wife and 3 daughters, was recently able to …

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jenine

Visit Mum’s

Jenine’s wish was to visit her mother’s Kalamunda home, including enjoying the sunshine in her garden. Elvis’ – Jenine’s favourite musician – music filled the Wish Ambulance from start to finish, including the descent from the Perth Hills via the Zig Zag Scenic Drive. Jenine is in her 5th year of advanced stage Motor Neurone …

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Dave

Visit home

First wish of 2023: Dave’s wish was to return home to see his home, cats and family one last time. Dave was brought into St John of God Hospital’s Bendat Cancer Care Centre for a few days treatment and to boost low immunity before embarking on more chemotherapy. He fully expected to be able to …

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2022

Wishes in 2022

In 2022 Ambulance Wish WA fulfilled 14 final wishes for terminally ill West Australians – that is 14 wishes which would have previously been unfulfilled due to the wish recipients’ mobility or medical requirements. In 2023 we want to increase this number, by at least 50%, but need your help to achieve this goal. If …

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60th Birthday

Brad’s wish was to leave his bed at Murdoch Hospice for his 60th birthday party. Brad postponed his 60th birthday celebration in March due to COVID, so last week his family organised a belated birthday celebration for Brad at his daughter’s house. Thanks to volunteers Alex, De and Louise for accompanying Brad on his wish. …

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Brian

Attend BBQ

Brian’s wish was to leave his bed at Murdoch Hospice to relax in the beautiful garden of his family home, in the company of his wife, children and grandchildren. His family organised a tasty BBQ to tickle his tastebuds while he watched his grandchildren play in the pool. Thanks to volunteers Mark and Leanne for …

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symposium

AW symposium

Peppi was delighted to be involved in the first Australian Ambulance Wish Symposium this week. The symposium saw representatives from Ambulance Wish Queensland, Ambulance Wish Western Australia and Victoria’s RFDS Memory Lane join individuals and organisations interested in establishing an Ambulance Wish programme in their respective states. The symposium, which will become a regular event, …

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matt

Family time

Matt’s wish was to leave his bed at Murdoch Hospice and visit home, where he enjoyed time with family, ate his favourite dumplings and watched the children decorate the Christmas tree. Thanks to volunteers Louise, Vanessa and Gary for accompanying Matt on his wish. The Ambulance Wish Western Australia final wish programme is only made …

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kelly

Attend funeral

Kelly’s wish was to leave her bed at Fiona Stanley Hospital to attend her son’s funeral. Thanks to volunteers Louise and Sarah for accompanying Kelly on her wish. Vale Ryan The Ambulance Wish Western Australia final wish programme is only made possible through donations, and so we are extremely grateful to everyone who helps us …

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steve

Visit garden

Steve’s wish was to leave his bed at Murdoch Hospice to return home, where he was able to enjoy some time in his garden with family and friends. Thanks to volunteers Susie and Gary for accompanying Steve on his wish. The Ambulance Wish Western Australia final wish programme is only made possible through donations, and …

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