Using a snow-making machine, Lauriello created a winter wonderland in the hospice’s garden, providing Kennaway with her much-longed-for snowy experience. A video of Kennaway enjoying her snow day was shared on social media and quickly went viral. The heartwarming clip showed Kennaway smiling and laughing as she enjoyed the snow, making it clear just how much this experience meant to her.
Following the video’s release, St. Richard’s Facebook page was flooded with comments from people all around the world, expressing their gratitude for everything the hospice does in the community. The hospice was humbled by the overwhelming response and expressed their thanks to their supporters.
In a statement, St. Richard’s said, “It is always our privilege to help make time spent at St Richard’s as personal and special to our patients and their loved ones as possible and, of course, none of that is possible without our incredible supporters.”
The heartwarming story of Helen’s snowy day is a reminder of the important work hospices do to provide comfort and care to those who need it most. It is clear that St. Richard’s Hospice goes above and beyond to ensure that their patients have the most fulfilling experience possible, and the outpouring of gratitude from the community is a testament to their incredible work