Carola initially didn’t want a wish, telling her mum she only wished for a cure. But when our volunteers got to know her, they discovered that Carola and her friends had always wanted to go on a campervan trip.
At her home, Carola’s friends and family and best friends gathered with Make-A-Wish volunteers to see their well-equipped campervan arrive. Then they took to the road to explore lakes and gardens, to take a boat ride and share delicious meals. Together, they enjoyed barbeques, a bonfire on the beach and nights talking and laughing under the stars. Carola’s excitement took her beyond the boundaries of life with her disease. Finally she felt like her peers again and they too noticed her smile in a way she hadn’t for some time.
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Jessica Curran is Digital Marketing Manager at Make-A-Wish International, having joined the organisation in 2020 after 2.5 years at Make-A-Wish Ireland. Jessica is responsible for planning and executing social media content across all major platforms. Additionally, she oversees Make-A-Wish International’s external website, ensuring its effectiveness and alignment with our mission.