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Ruth’s Story

Since 2002, Bridgewell resident Ruth has worked through Bridgewell’s employment support program and attended our day program in Lynn. She is active in Bridgewell’s recreation program, including our Special Olympics team, her favorite activity being the 400 and 800-meter walking events.

Things changed in 2013 when Ruth was diagnosed with stage 4 kidney disease. She was added to the transplant list, but while she waited for a new kidney, Bridgewell staff brought Ruth to dialysis in Boston, monitored her medication and cared for her as she battled this serious chronic illness. In 2023, Ruth got the call: there was a kidney ready for her.

Bridgewell staff rushed into action – they had been waiting on this call for over a decade. After the transplant and recovery, with her own self-determination and Bridgewell staff’s support, Ruth is feeling good and back to doing what she loves: spending time with friends during cooking classes and Bingo games at Bridgewell’s day program, taking part in Special Olympics, and coloring while listening to her favorite pop songs in the comfort of her home.

Please donate today and help us support our neighbors like Ruth. Your contribution will make a real difference.