A Note from Caregiver Charlene Batts Thomas

CaringOn gave Charlene Batts Thomas a night at the MGM resort and casino to thank her for her tireless caregiving. She wrote a testimonial to CaringOn to thank us for the gift and tell us what it meant to her. We wanted to share it with you.

“I really needed the revitalization of my spirit. This experience was exceptional. I Thank God for your organization helping me to live again and find my way. God is so good. It brings me to tears, because I was incredibly happy and free. It was a blessing for me. I cannot thank you for refueling my tank and spirit. The love you and your organization have to giving me, I will pass that love on to others. I had given so much, that I needed, love too. Thanks so much.” – Charlene Batts Thomas

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