You gave my father the greatest gift of all by honoring his last wishes. Your understanding and support are truly appreciated.

Thank you for going the extra mile! We appreciate everything you did for our Mother.

Moving to the Pioneers’ Home was a dream for my father. His mother lived there until her death in 1976. He knew that he wanted to live out his years there. My mom did not share his excitement at first. She reluctantly came, but soon it became home. She fell in love with the staff and they fell in love with her. Of course that wasn’t hard to do. I know that we had mom around many extra years because of the care that she received from all of you. Even when she fell and broke her hip she was surrounded by staff that she loved so much. You were my arms, holding and comforting her.

(Directed to Linda Fischer, Director of Nursing) We would like to commend you for the excellent management of the nursing staff at Arizona Pioneers’ Home. We know that your position entails an awesome responsibility. We would like to thank you for all that you and your staff do for the residents.

(Directed to Governor Janet Napolitano) My Father, a retired Arizona miner, has been a resident of the Pioneers’ Home in Prescott for the past year and a half. Last week, he died there at the age of 92.

This letter is way over-due. Almost 7 years ago I sat for the first time with Dale and my mother in his office. Mom had been accepted into the home (she had been living with me). I thought she probably wouldn't live another year. I felt extremely guilty. I cried for 2 weeks after I left her there. My mother is happy (her kids don't visit like they should). She's made many good friends but I think most of her good friends are you. You take great care of her. You're kind and sincere. She loves you and raves about most of you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

To my dearest friends at the Arizona Pioneers’ Home:

I never expressed my gratitude enough to you when my mom was alive, so I hope this tells you how I feel.

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