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Heart's wishes by the sea: The moving journey of the wishing car to Greetsiel
The Lower Saxony wish car fulfills the last wishes of seriously ill people, such as trips to special places. Support the project!
Heart's wishes by the sea: The moving journey of the wishing car to Greetsiel
A heartfelt wish on four wheels: ASB Lower Saxony's wish car is enthusiastically committed to making one last dream come true for people at the end of their lives. You often hear impressive stories about how significant this final journey can be. This was also the case in May, when the patient Caro and her husband Anton went on an unforgettable trip to Greetsiel. The 417 kilometer long journey was not just a final undertaking, but was lovingly accompanied by the ASB volunteers in order to feel the warmth and joy of life despite the adverse circumstances.
The Wish Car, which has been active since 2017 and relies entirely on volunteer support, offers passengers not only medical care from trained volunteers, but also the comfort of a modern ambulance. It is details like these that make the project special and allow people to realize their final wishes. How news38 Reportedly, the trip not only took Caro to her desired location, but also let her enjoy various activities, including buying a watch and visiting a local craft market.
One last look at the sea
The group took breaks to recover and also to give their dog Amy freedom - small moments of normality in a difficult time. When she arrived in Greetsiel, when the weather surprisingly improved, Caro experienced the splendor of the Pilsum lighthouse and enjoyed the view despite her exhaustion. When the group finally started their return journey as it began to rain, Caro was tired but happy. Such trips not only leave lasting memories for the passengers, but also impressions on the local people, who often willingly gave small donations or gifts to support the project.
The Wish Car has no age limits and is open to all people, regardless of skin color, religion or social status. In order to maintain this valuable support for the seriously ill and dying, the ASB relies on donations. Anyone who lives in Lower Saxony and has a heartfelt desire can submit a request. Only a few simple steps are necessary: application forms must be signed and the consent of the treating doctors is required. The ASB Lower Saxony website provides further information, where you can also find the relevant forms.
Together for common wishes
The idea of the wish car is not new in Germany. The ASB in Munich has been involved in similar projects since 2016 and shows how important such heartfelt wishes are for people. These voluntary activities are financed through donations, sponsorship funds and membership fees, which once again underlines the necessity of voluntary work. asb-munich illustrates how valuable the support from society is in making these experiences possible for those affected.
Traveling one last time, experiencing one last view or visiting a special place - that's what the ASB Lower Saxony Wish Car and other similar projects achieve: moments full of joy in life in difficult times. It is important to support these initiatives so that many more wishes can come true.