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A child is referred to us. Nearly anyone
can refer a child, but the child’s parents must
be aware of the referral and we must receive authorization
from the child’s doctor. There are several ways
to refer
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If the referral source is not the child’s
doctor, the family physician is contacted for authorization
and confirmation that the child meets the medical criteria
for a wish.
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When we receive medical authorization,
we tell the family the good news, and assign a team
of volunteer Wish Granters.
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The
Wish Granters arrange to visit the family.
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During
their visit, the Wish Granters have one very important
responsibility: to help a child identify one heartfelt
wish. A second wish is also determined (just in case
the first one is not approved by the doctor, or is one
of the few wishes our chapter cannot grant).
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Our office contacts the child’s
doctor to get approval that the wish is safe and appropriate
for the child’s medical condition.
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Once
we receive medical approval, our Wish Granters will
contact the family again and begin the magical work
of making a wish happen.
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The
Wish Granters will stay in touch with the family as
they plan the wish. |
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With the help of community members,
and sometimes magical intervention, Wish Granters dream
up surprises, seek donations, organize itineraries,
and set dates. |
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On
the wish day itself, the family sits back as the wish
unfolds, often with special joys and serendipitous touches. |
