…How you brightened someone’s day!
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...close your eyes right now and think of a big warm hug and what it feels like. That embrace right there is from me. May you have many smiles to come.

Remember Cheer Mail, Friend? We launched it in June as a community effort to boost peoples’ spirits during Covid-19—like our seniors at Volunteers of America’s care facilities. Hundreds of notes poured in, filled with encouragement, laughter, and, yes, cheer! They were so deeply appreciated. I copied some below. Don’t be surprised if you feel a bit cheered up while reading these (We certainly did 😊)

...close your eyes right now and think of a big warm hug and what it feels like. That embrace right there is from me. May you have many smiles to come.

As we all continue navigating life in a pandemic, it feels good knowing you are not alone.

Blessings and be well,

Maria Jamiero, Campaign Manager CHEER Mail
Volunteers of America

P.S. Your caring act creates positive change for others, and maybe even for yourself. If you're able, please consider a donation today. Covid-19 continues to stress our local resources for providing food, shelter, treatment programs and mental healthcare. We will be there, but this work relies on support like yours.

P.P.S. You can still send Cheer Mail to a uplift a senior in our care.

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