Cedarhurst Senior Living’s “Dream Come TRUE” program embodies our mission to create communities where every resident feels loved, valued, supported, and able to live life to the fullest. Each year, one resident in every community is chosen to fulfill a bucket list wish, making their dream a reality and adding joy to their lives. A t 96 years old, Evelyn Kidd, a beloved resident of Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights, recently fulfilled a dream she had held close to her heart for decades. In June, she took to the skies once more in a Cessna, thanks to Cedarhurst Senior Living’s “Dream Come TRUE” program, which grants one resident per community the opportunity to realize a lifelong wish. For Evelyn, this flight was more than just a return to the air; it was a poignant reminder of a life filled with love, adventure, and the joy of flying. Evelyn’s love affair with aviation began many years ago alongside her husband, Gene, a Navy aircraft mechanic with a passion for flight. After his service, Gene rekindled his love for aviation by restoring a wrecked airplane. In 1948, he obtained his pilot’s license, and together, the couple spent countless Sundays soaring through the skies, visiting relatives, and creating memories that would last a lifetime. While Evelyn learned to fly and developed a deep affection for it, she faced navigational challenges that prevented her from obtaining her pilot’s license. The experience of being in the air, the freedom it provided, and the unique perspective of the world below stayed with her long after her last flight with Gene. Evelyn cherished those memories, holding them close to her heart as she moved through the years. Thanks to Elite Aviation, Evelyn had the opportunity to take to the skies once again. Accompanied by a fellow resident from Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights, Evelyn’s flight was a heartwarming occasion, not only for her but for everyone involved. As the Cessna lifted off, Evelyn’s face lit up with joy, the same joy she had felt all those years ago when she and Gene flew together.
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AUTUMN FLOURISH 2024 | CEDARHURST SENIOR LIVING
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