My family and I were blessed by the kindness and selflessness of Bobbi and John Robinson with Unity when our dog went missing in Uniontown, PA. They are such a wonderful couple with a wonderful charity, full of love and light, looking to help make others lives better and more fulfilling.
I’m a disabled medical first responder by malpractice and negligence in the State of Arizona. 2018 is When it all started. I was put on AHCCCS the worst health care insurance ever to be set up. I’m going to try to make this as brief and short as possible.
Since 2018- I have been red flagged. Denied care, Discriminated against, Retaliated, Abused, Mistreated, Misdiagnosed, Left Untreated to go blind x2 with a diagnosis of most rare complex neurological case. Multiple diagnosis, multiple Drs, Specialist.
Been through 8 Neuro Team’s who denied me care and only did billable services. I’ve lived in hospitals. I now need 5 plus surgeries all due to Malpractice and Negligence. I have declined in health so badly that I’m now on hospice with possible lung cancer as well as needing a VP shunt placed in my brain that was ignored. I believe I am red flagged for reporting multiple entities for serious misconduct, violations. HIPPA, Medicare and Medicaid, Falsified documentation, abuse. Raped in a SNF by the OT. Malnourished,abandoned and Harmful Retaliation causing the rapid decline in health to almost my death. I have won a Priority Level One against the SNF for Harmful and safety negligence with all allegations founded AZDHS. I have 8 or more open investigations for harmful and safety negligence and more. I have pics, records, communications, recordings and proof of major violations and harm against a pt. I have witnessed atrocities most cannot fathom. I believe I have one of the largest cases of abuse, ongoing malpractice and negligence and civil rights violations that I could go after the state of AZ. I should not be on Hospice preparing to die . This all happened due to corrupt,Abusive,DISCRIMINATORY, Negligent staff. Discrimination so bad I was denied life saving services, medical treatment,caregivers, transportation. All entities involved:
AHCCCS, DES, The State, APS, ACDL ALTC, Banner University, Suncrest healthcare, Chandler Regional, Abrazo health, Honor Health, St Joes . CVS, Pain Center, Valley Hospital, Housing Authority, housing assistance services. Tucson Hospitals, Haven of saguaro valley SNF. Most hospitals violated rules and regulations and standard medical procedures. Staff so Uneducated and incompetent that they were injuring patients and more. I witnessed a male CNA who had just been caught by the only competent travel nurse who was raping non ambulatory patients . He was handcuffed in front of me. I assisted this nurse a lot due to the corrupt staff leaving her alone. She left immediately the next day after seeing the atrocities and wasn’t going to lose her license. I told her I agreed to run. Pts lying on the floor for hours in feces and urine. Medications not given as prescribed as well as class 3 medication stolen by staff.
Drunk Patients with head lacerations bleeding all over with No staff around and I had to help. As a medical first responder. They allowed drugs and alcohol in the facility. I was horrified. Wrongful deaths rapidly escalated. My Health insurance provider who dealt with Stolen drugs and reports of RX not given. Such as mine. All taken. Called me after I had made my report and said to get out of there they were killing people.
I was at the most vulnerable place ever in my life and was Raped by the Occupational Therapist. I had been through so much trauma that I blacked it out until almost a year later when it came to my mind I almost fell over sobbing. I was advocating for pts who had been waiting for appointments for a year. They fired the social worker the next day after I had helped the pts with a letter go to her. Patients were Neglected to die. They also stole all my personal possessions and I assume while they were in the process they almost got caught and dropped there petty cash fund records and receipts. No money just paperwork. I found in my bag post Discharge. They were also writing class 3 scripts in my name months after I had left. The Pharmacy accounted for it. Then when I called them back to confirm dates that pharmacist was fired and they denied any wrongdoing covering up for the SNF. There’s so much more. This is just one entity. And I was subjected to multiple whom were corrupt and illegally practiced. It’s bigger than me or an episode of American Greed. Yet it happened and I have multiple grievances and complaints as well as open investigations. The only one’s doing their job’s is AZDHS.
Millions are affected by this, Severely suffering and dying in record numbers.
Sincerely
Kimberly Lueck- Patient-480-392-7387
Kimberly Callan-RNBSN-MPOA
520-437-8654
We are extremely pleased to have been associated with Unity for over 2 years now. They are a small but highly dedicated group of folks who simply want to make a difference in people's lives. They don't have million dollar marketing and ad budgets or hundreds of employees. What they do have, and share, is their love for those adults who need some help with last wishes and finding peace.
Bob and Danielle Reuther, The Owls Nest.
When friends of ours needed to repair their first-ever home, I contacted Unity a Journey of Hope because they had done so many other good deeds in the past. Our friend is a US Marine and is diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. In spite of that diagnosis, he has volunteered for many nonprofits, does errands for shut-ins, and cheers others up with his great attitude toward life. Unity worked their magic once more and collaborated with another great group to finish bathroom walls and flooring, things that were necessary before the couple could move in. The fact that Unity has this determination to help others has made them many grateful friends and recipients.
November 30-dec 4 they granted me and my daughter the most amazing gift! I was diagnosed with Multiple myeloma cancer and it was so overwhelming.... The gift in the log cabin in the mountain left us with so many amazing memories. We were able to not think of cancer during these days and just have a good time. We bonded even more during this time,me and my daughter. The log cabin was BEAUTIFUL AND SO PEACEFUL. Unity paid for our activities and even dinner!!!! We went on a off road jeep tour and had THE MOST AMAZING SPA DAY EVER!!!! I WILL NEVER EVER EVER FORGET WHAT UNITY DID FOR US!! THANK YOU SO MUCH! At times I still think of this wonderful vacation they gifted us!! Thank you so much for all that you did and I will never ever EVER FORGET YOU GUYS!! Bobbi and John are AMAZING living kind spirited people and are now like family!!! Thank you so much for the GIFT!!
I have been a volunteer with Unity for a few years in the past, but we drifted away as the rest of life has us so distracted all the time.
Just recently, my mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer and John (one of the 2 founders) ended up being her hospice nurse !! (Ive always been friends with John and Bobbi and having him as my mom's hospice nurse was more than I could have hoped for).
My mom and I didnt ask for a wish, but John knew her time was short and Christmas was soon (although she wouldnt be making it that far). in our conversations, I asked John about having Thanksgiving and Christmas early for her and he said it was a great idea. But my mother didnt have enough money to buy gifts for any of us and she enjoyed seeing us open our gifts at Christmas so much, that we hated that she would have missed it. Then, without us even asking he asked me for a list of gifts we would like to exchange and next thing we knew, his wife Bobbi and him were telling us that they had gotten the gifts that my mom would be giving us !! He also said that we should be doing it very soon as her time was short.
We had the Christmas right at her hospital bed with our entire family and she was both surprised and overjoyed at the prospect that we had done this for her and that my friend John had done this for her and our family.
The next few days were a joy for her and I saw her smile for the first time in literally years. she passed a few days later, but I think John and Bobbi made the last few days of her life a joy. She died in her bed peacefully and we are so grateful to Unity for their generosity and their pro-active approach to this last wish of my mom's that she didnt think would have even happened.
If you dont pay any attention to charity or if you're maybe a bit jaded by seeing soooo many charities all asking for money, I say this: Unity: a journey of hope is no regular charity. In fact I consider them a god-send to people. They work so hard on this for no pay at all and I personally feel that even if you never donate to any charity, I ask that you consider, even a small gift to these wonderful, caring and compassionate people. The money will not be wasted or go to line some executive's pockets. This money goes to a charity among charities. They are the finest example of what I believe people should be and if you only give 1.00 this year to any charity, give it to Unity - Please.
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I have been involved with Unity- a Journey of Hope for a few years now when time permits me to and not only do they help terminally ill people fulfill their last wish, but these are also on the other hand, really GOOD people.
They have spent countless hours and sometimes cash from their own pockets not only fulfilling wishes (Bucket-list type things that are sometimes very involved or expensive), but while all this work is going on, they then have to go out and raise the money to continue the work they are doing, so they are probably the hardest-working group of people I have ever met.
It seems they have been passed-up on the charity gravy-train that the larger charities enjoy because they would rather spend their time doing their work than pandering to the money-bags that hand out the money or "prizes" to charities, They have done countless things to help terminally ill people and the only thanks they get is to have to do more fund-raising to keep it afloat. THIS IS ONE OF THE GREATEST INJUSTICES I HAVE EVER SEEN AND UNITY IS DESERVING OF NOT ONLY GROWTH BUT ADMIRATION FOR THEIR WORK.
I am a volunteer with Unity, A Journey Of Hope. This small organization has changed many lives ofthe people with life limiting illnesses. They may be small but they are mighty! From the moment I became a volunteer, they have treated me like family, we are always looking for volunteers. Can't wait to see what big things Unity does in 2019.
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An excellent nonprofit that grants wishes for people with life limiting illnesses. They accomplish this with few volunteers and funds.
Great organization that does amazing work. There are many large organizations out there that get funding easily, but these people really work hard to grant the wishes they do. These are the little guys with big hearts and they never stop trying to grant wishes, regardless of how hard it is for the underdogs.
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I have been a volunteer since November 2014. I am 30 years of age and have been involved in many organizations over those years. I have never been a part of an organization that gives hope like this one. From the founders down to every last volunteer I watch people brainstorm, give time, give whatever they are able to give to show someone who needs it that there is still genuine human love to give to this world. We live in a world that is infatuated with technology, money, and a slew of other bitter qualities, but the existence of Unity helps to build a bridge between genuine human love and emotion to the person who truly needs it in their life.
My mom was granted her wish to put her toes in the sand one last time. Bobbie and John Robinson was able to fulfill her last wishes by taking her to Atlantic City. She took pictures with the surfer guys, they rented an oversize wheelchair for the beach, and gave her forever lasting memories she was able to take to heaven. I cannot say enough and can never thank them enough for what they did for her. John and Bobbie do this out of the kindness of the heart, they are forever my moms angels and mine.
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My mom, Carmel, was diagnosed in sept. of 1999 with ovarian cancer. She went in for a cyst removal of her right ovary, the doctors assured her it was NOT cancer. When she woke up she was on the oncology floor of the hospital, she thought however, it was because my cousin who is an Registered Nurse on that floor that they put her on there. I was starting my freshman year of high school and my little brother was 10years old. Well the doctors broke the news to her, she took it well! She began Chemo immediately. However when her hair started falling out in the shower by the clumps, that was the hardest for her. My mom worked hard all her life to provide for my brother and I. She had to quit her job the chemo gave her neuropathy in her feet (could not feel her feet). Many many years pasted, many other problems made her health worse. The cancer had spread to her lymph nodes.. She knew she did not have much longer on this earth. She found this awesome wonderful organization.. Journey of Hope... Her last wishes was to stick her feet in the sand. Bobbie and John made this all possible.. My parents did not have the money to made her wish come true, but because of Bobbie and John my mom got her dream. Sadly on August 22, 2008 my mom lost her battle with cancer.
She was 48 years young.. In conclusion, Journey of Hope is just not an organization, it is a persons last days months of their dreams, wishes, and or hopes... I have never meet Bobbie and John but from the experience my mom had in her final months here, this trip was what she talked and about. I can never thank Bobbie and John for what they have done for my mom, but please know you have touch so many people and their families with what you do.. Thank you Bobbie and John, so was my moms angels here on earth and she can be yours from heaven.. Thank you again, Teri Linn
My Mom, Debi, was diagnoised with Stage 4 Small Cell Carcinoma and was given 1 month to live when she was released from the hospital. She came home and was put into Hospice Care. Her main nurse was John Robinson. A very sweet, caring, witty man with a huge smile and bubbly personality. He knew exactly how to handle my mother. LOL! He was very compassionate with the family and helped us understand the entire process. He also, happened to be one of the founders of a nonprofit organization, Unity A Journey for Hope. He and his wife started the organization to grant individuals facing life ending illnesses a last wish. He asked my Mom if he could grant her a wish. She was so honored to be given such a gift. I have no words to describe how elated I was to hear that the impossible was going to be possible. He truly wanted to see my mom happy. To see her enjoy the last weeks of her life. He arranged for everything that my sister and I needed to take my mom to New Jersey for a week. My mom got to enjoy playing with my kids and my husband made all of her favorite meals. After a couple days, Leslie, Mom and I set off for a girls trip to Atlantic City. We stayed in an amazing condo that overlooked the water. Mom loved that she could see a lighthouse out of her bedroom window. We rode the tram up and down the Boardwalk just looking at the sites, collected sand and ocean water in bottles so she could take home. We did a lot of people watching and even had drinks on the beach. It was an amazing time. Unfortunately, we had to cut the trip short by 2 days because Mom wasn’t feeling so great and I wanted to get in back home to be in the care of her Hospice nurses. My Mom passed less than a week later, on August 9th. Exactly one month from her leaving the hospital, as the doctor predicted.
Because of John and his organization, my family was able to create the best last memories with my Mom. I am forever grateful. I know God put John into my mom and I's life..... I will be eternally grateful.
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I'm a volunteer for Unity A Journey Of Hope. Its been a rewarding experience. I've met and worked with so many wonderful people. I've had the pleasure of meeting wish recipients and seeing first hand the lives they change. They really do change lives one wish at a time.
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I was involved in a recent fundraiser for Unity. I was so impressed by all the help from all volunteers in attendance. Unity gives so much of themselves so they can give to others. When they say " Changing Lives One Wish at a Time" , they really mean it.
This is a great organization. They grant wishes to terminally ill adults.. They are so loving and caring. Wish there were more like them. God bless you all.
This organization granted my mother a wish to meet Bruce Springsteen back in 2012. We still talk about that moment years later. What this organization was able to do for not only my mother but my family is something I can't thank them enough for. If you are looking for an organization to support,I can assure you there is no other organization more deserving. These people are angels on earth. What they do every day for people they have never met is incredible. I hope this organization is able to grant wishes and changes lives for years to come. They will always have my families support.
After my Mom passed away about 5 years ago I saw a post Facebook. The post was about a wish this group was trying to grant for a man that was dying from cancer. I contacted Bobbi and told her i would like to donate money for the wish. She asked me to come help with the wish so i could see what they are all about, and why they do what they do. Not only did Unity change that man's life, but that day it changed mine. I've learned to appreciate and enjoy the time that we are given on this earth, and to appreciate those we love. Bobbi and John have become like family to me and treat their volintegers as part of their family. I am proud to be a part of this organization and the work they do. The smiles on the faces of the wish recipients is priceless. Unity helps them forget about tgeir disease, if only for a day. They truly do change lives one wish at a time.
Small town people with big city dreams! Unity is filled with so many people who have compassion, and love to help others. John and Bobbie couldn't have been more perfect for the job they do! ❤️
I cant say enough about Unity a Journey of Hope. They are amazing and work so hard to make a persons wish happen. In 2010 they granted my daughter ashley her wish of seeing Josh Turner. My daughter has a chromosomal and heart issues. We will never forget what they did for us. John and Bobbi work so very hard to help others. Thank you for all you do.
I have been a volunteer since 2013. I have had the privilege to attend and help with a number of wishes over the past 4 years and to see the smiles on the faces of our clients is so amazing. It's nice to know we can help them forget about being sick if only for a moment. Please consider donating to this awesome organization if you can't monetarily then volunteer! It all helps bring more wishes to more people in need.
Unity a journey of hope is exactly that!!! Bobbi and John Robinson are fantastic people doing wonderful things for those who are overlooked by most other nonprofits.
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This wonderful organization not only granted us a wish, they gave us back a semblance of normal. Gave us a week of laughter, love and family time and made us forget all things cancer for a time. They also personally called me and built me up when I needed it most. I will never forget you or what you did for my family, especially the smiles you put on my girls faces that cancer had erased for so long. If you are looking to make a difference donate to Unity. Every penny will go right where you intend it ,not in the organizations pocket. I can never thank you enough !
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How do you put into words the gratefulness you feel when God places selfless, wonderful people in your life?
John and Bobbi Robinson are exactly that.
I have been battling cancer for three years now. My children were aged 7 and 11 when I got diagnosed and have seen things and worried about things a child should never have to.
My condition was so bad that I couldn't even have physical closeness with them for over a year.
John heard about my story and contacted me. He and his wife worked tirelessly until they were able to send my family away from all things cancer for awhile.
It rejuvenated us and reminded us what life feels like besides cancer.
They have been great friends and have talked me through some rough things.
I will be forever grateful for the smiles and laughter placed on my families faces, I haven't seen that carefree look in a long time!
If you are able to donate to this organization can personally attest that they will make s difference in someone's life.
They certainly have in mine !
Unity, a Journey of Hope are amazing group of people!! I couldnt not be more thankful for them to come into our lives and help my mom's dream come too. She got to meet Rascal Flatts in person. She has been battling small cell carcinoma lung cancer for 2 years. She has been through radiation, chemotherapy , brain surgery ( as it spread ), hospital stays, etc. a rough road for her and to see something like this happen to her after all the bad has been amazing. She was the happiest ive seen her for a long time. It meant so much not only to her but to her whole family. Rascal Flatts pointed to my mom.. said her name and sang to her " my wish " . Moments like that we will forever cherish. THANK YOU to everyone who made this possible!! ❤️
Unity of hope is an amazing organization, my sister Tammy has stage 4 small cell carsonomia for the past 2 years she has been in the battle of her life she has had all the treatment she can get and her cancer is still spreading through her chest and twice to her brain she has had 2 tumors removed from her brain she is truly the strongest person I know and amazing fighter, unity ask her what her one wish was an she said to meet rascal flatts in person and they made her wish come true. Not only did they do this amazing thing for my sister and made her wish come true but they also made her family's wish come true as well by seeing her smile and be happy that whole day was so priceless an amazing I will never be able to thank unity of hope enough for doing this amazing meet an greet with my sister favorite country singers.. and I wanna thank you rascal flatts for giving my sister and awesome experience and keeping her in your prayers!! The Groves family is so thankful for everything !! Bobbi and john robinson you truly are amazing we love you both !!♡♡
How truly grateful I am to have met John and Bobbi Robinson. God made sure I was supposed to meet these wonderful people .They say people come into your life for a reason and now I know the magic of his power. I am just passing my third year battle with small cell lung cancer with mets to the brain, It has been a long rough road but I still continue to fight.
Unity a Journey of hope granted me the best wish I could have ever received. 1 week in Selbyville , Delaware . (It is right on the border of OC Maryland) My husband and I never did get a real honeymoon so this of course was the ultimate wish for me !!!! We stayed at a wonderful beach house at Mallard lakes.
The trip was great!! Lots of beach time !! The ocean is my favorite place . Lots of fishing, lots and lots of wonderful sites to see. and LOTS OF FOOD! I was amazed at how much country was there, I soaked in all I could in 1 week. It was so great to be able to feel the sand between my toes and hold my husbands hand and have his heart. I appreciated all the things you had given us. I prayed several times thanking the Good Lord for the kindness of John and Bobbi for giving me this wish and the wonderful time. I wish somehow I could have just froze time .
Thank you to Unity a journey of Hope and to all who volunteer their time to this exceptional organization. I will never forget the most wonderful week of my life and will forever be grateful for all you did for myself and my husband God bless all of you!! Edie And Jeff Rice
While battling cancer for the third time, Unity provided my want, need and desire to sit on the beach with the wind on my face and feet in the sand. It gave me the renewed strength to keep up the fight. Words can't thank them enough. God bless you both for the things you are doing. How can you rate them anything less than a five star. They give expecting nothing in return.
Our mother has passed away but Unity granted her last wish of having all her kids together for one last meal. Unity provided a beautiful meal and we shared it together in her honor. Thank you unity for loving our mother and for supporting her.
Unity provides my daughter Stacey with her wish to meet race car driver Kasey Kahne.I had been trying to make this happen for her without any luck.Contacted John at Unity one evening,he got right on it.Within 2 days he had it all set up for my daughter! I was in tears When I received the call saying when and where the meeting would take place.Just let me say as a mother of a daughter who wanted this so badly ,Unity made this happen for her.Seeing the smile on her face when Kasey came out will stay in my heart forever.There are no non profits out there that make wishes come true for adults but Unity does and John never stop till he makes it happen.This group is like no other the way Grant wishes to adults who also deserve their wish to come true as well.Thank you John at Unity for putting a smile on my daughter's face something I hadn't seen along while.You all ROCK.God Bless!
Unity may be changing lives one wish at a time but they have changed my life more than you can imagine by letting me volunteer to help make these wishes come true. These people have the biggest hearts of anyone I have ever known!
In 2014 we found out my husband who was only 34 at the time has congestive heart failure that his heart was only working 10%. We were devastated! He coded twice and was on life support we didn't know if he would come back to us or not and by the blessing of God he did. He than got the LVAD (left ventricular assist device) that helps pump the blood flow to his heart and was put on the heart transplant list. We just took it day by day and never knew what would come our way. He has always wanted to take me and our children to the beach since he has never been there and our children who are 4 and 6 also never been there. But when he got sick he is not able to work again at least not until he gets his new heart and then there after we really don't know if he will be able to, its just a hope and a pray, so we thought our chances to take a family vacation to the beach was gone. Until one day Unity a Journey of Hope came into our lives and changed it so much. They made that dream come true for us. They blessed us with a weeks vacation to Ocean City Maryland to have that vacation and that dream that we thought we would never be able to have. We are so thankful to Bobbi and John and every single person that helped make it a dream come true for us. The memories we made, the time we got to spend together and show our babies the beach and the ocean and do all the fun exciting things we were able to do was priceless. I can not thank them enough for what they have done for my family its something we thought we would not be able to do being my husband is sick but now we did and we have those memories forever that will last a lifetime!! My husband is also a big fan of Chuck Norris and when we met Bobbi and John they surprised my husband with an picture of Chuck Norris and he had wrote a note on there to my husband. When Will opened that and seen it he was so shocked and happy and never thought he would get something like that from one of his idols. My husband doesn't cry or tear up much but that day he did and to see that made me so emotional and happy for him.. Because of Unity A Journey of Hope this amazing blessing happened to my family and if it was not for them we may never got to experience and see everything we did and have the memories we now have! They touched our hearts and we are forever grateful for them!!! From The Robison's
I would like to thank John and Bobbi for the compassion you have to go out of your way.To grant wishes to people. How awesome is that. My Husband Andy Kubiak had Gliobastoma brain cancer. And his wish was to see Jerome Bettis. And to be on his Show. You two made that wish come true. When we got the call that we were going to go watch the show Andy was very excited. When we arrived at the station John was there waiting for us. It was time to meet Jerome. the look on Andy's face was priceless. Andy got to spend sometime with Jerome he let him try the superbowl ring on . What a nice guy. After the show started Jerome spoke of Andy like a friend throughout the tapping. Then we got to go to Jerome's grill and we ate in his private room. The food was amazing. For one night through this terrible battle with cancer.we got to enjoy ourselves without thinking about it for one night. Cannot Thank you enough for everything. God bless.
My brother Andy Kubiak has glioblastoma stage IV Brain cancer and John & Bobbi has gone out of their way to plan an extra special meeting with Jerome Bettis and be part of the tapping of his show. After spending time with Andy and signing autographs all of us enjoyed a meal at Jerome Bettis Grille #36. Such a great and memorable day! Felt wonderful to see my brothers smile like we haven't seen in months. This experience helped him forget about his cancer if only but a short time. Would highly recommend this origination and ask for donations and/or volunteers so as to carry this hope and dreams on to others!
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This was a review sent to me John Robinson from a medical Social worker about a patient she has and UNITY granted a wish for....
I am a pediatric oncology social worker. One of my "kids" had recently relapsed at the age of 19. Most wish foundations allow wishes up to the age of 18. My young adult was understandably upset by the news, She is a sophomore in college and was unable to return to school. She had committed to 18 months of missionary work and, due to the relapse, was unable to meet her commitment. Her world, along with the family's world, had crashed around them. This news put me on a mission to find an organization who could grant her the wish of an iPad mini. She said it would allow her to keep in touch with her friends at school, read books on line and communicate with her family, during times when she could not leave her home.
When I read about "Unity A Journey of Hope", I immediately sent in a referral. John Robinson contacted me through email, requesting more information. John was very clear with stating the foundation could not guarantee to grant the wish but he would do his best. Several weeks later I received the email stating the wish had been granted. I am not sure who was more excited, John or me. I promised not to tell the family so it would be a surprise.
The next time I saw my family, the recipient was just smiling from ear to ear; something I had not seen since she began treatment. Mom was just as excited.
I would like to thank your wonderful foundation for being so generous, not only to my family, but to all the families you touch. I wish there were words to describe how much our families appreciate the gifts but, the wonderful by-product of it all, is the parents finally seeing their child smile again. It is just priceless.
Wishing all the best to everyone involved with "Unity A Journey of Hope".
Have a great day!
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I am John the Co-Founder of UNITY. Recently we have been seeking grants and support. A lot of corporation want to see outcomes and goals that produce something material or tangible that you can see, feel, smell, touch. With Unity we may not be able too fill those shoes but, when a wish recipient says to me, " I forgot I had cancer today" or " I did not think I would see my husband ever smile again" or after Unity granted a wish to a 94 year old lady she said to me, " I have been on hospice waiting to die, but because of the wish I can't wait to live!" UNITY A JOURNEY OF HOPE, "Changing lives 1 wish at a time..." This is what UNITY is about and IF you want to make a difference come join our PASSION!
My name is Megan and I am 19 years old. When I was 13 I was diagnosed with Acute Lymophoblastic Leukemia. I went through treatment and then four years later I relapsed. This has been a difficult time for me and Unity A Journey of Hope was so kind to grant my wish of receiving an iPad mini. I wanted one so that I could watch movies, read eBooks, and play games on it while I was at clinic getting treatments and for at home to distract me when I'm not feeling well. They have been so kind and I am extremely grateful for the gift they sent me!
I belong to a not for profit motorcycle rights organization, ABATE, and I've been fortunate enough to work with Unity on several fundraisers as well as helping grant a wish. I'm always amazed at what they can accomplish on such a grand scale while operating on such a minimal budget. I've nothing but positive and glowing comments to say about the organization and it's volunteers. In this era of such negativity and selfishness, Unity stands as a reminder that there is still good being done in this world.
There are not enough stars for this organization. My father was diagnosed with cancer in sept 2009. In Nov. I was in the car in the mid. of the nite and I heard about this wish granting thing on the radio. I wrote the number down and passed it on to my mom not really thinking anything would come of it. Boy, was I wrong.
Mom called the number and talked to John Robinson. And things kind of snowballed from there. I believe it was within a month that Dad and mom were outside the Statue of Liberty. Daddy was a Navy Vet of 22 years and I never knew that he always wanted to see the Statue of Liberty. He had seen it from a distance but was never actually there and the look on his face when he saw it was priceless. John ended up being my dad’s Hospice nurse at the time also.
John and Bobbie both cared for my mom and dad with a lot of empathy, Humor and love.
In 2013 my mom was diagnosed with cancer and passed away in 2014. . John was her nurse also. I learned a lot about how hospice worked and the processes when someone passes. There is too many words for this organization.
He was always real honest, even when it was hard to do so. Had my family and I not had the great fortune of being blessed by this organization, I don’t know that I would have been able to handle their passings as easily as I have. I know they really Helped my parent’s and many other families. They are really a blessing. Thank you Unity!
Terri
Daughter of David and Shirley Hall
Such an amazing group of human beings making then impossible, possible! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication that you do every day and the countless hours that go unseen!
I just have to say that John and Bobbi Robinson are the best, the most caring people that care for others and that loves to do for others. I have had the honor of working with them some, I have seen the ins and out of this organization and I have to say that they are the best, they are truly legit and I am honored to be a part of Unity a Journey of Hope.
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I met Bobbi and John where I worked, and we got to talking about what they do and about a wish that they were working on and they said that they are always looking for volunteers, so I thought right then and there that this is something that I would love to do. So I now volunteer with Unity, and I couldn't feel any prouder of what Unity does and the feeling that you get from knowing that you had a part in helping with a wish, no matter how small your help is in granting a wish, John and Bobbi appreciate it. You couldn't ask for nicer people or a better organization to volunteer for. They are a legit organization who has made a lot of people very happy before meeting their fate in life. They go out of their way to make these wishes happen, this is their life and they are very happy with it.
Had the honor of participating (as a business vendor) at a charity bike run with these wonderful people. This charity strikes a chord with me, as I am a nurse often dealing with the terminally ill. Looking forward to participating with them in the future!
You will never find a more caring organization, from the founders John and Bobbi Robinson, to the volunteers...these people CARE! I'm proud to say that I've had the chance to work with them and see what they do first hand!
Unity is a wonderful Charity. My mom was diagnosed with Small Cell Lung Cancer in July of 2012. She has always been a HUGE fan of the Steelers and in particular Hines Ward. She reached out to Unity when Hines was about to receive his Lifetime Achievement Award at the Dapper Dan Awards Ceremony in February of 2013. Unity provided her with this extravagant experience. According to her doctors, she shouldn't have been with us to even attend the event and we did lose her a few months later. But for this one night, She was carefree and didn't have to worry about her battle with cancer. She got to get all dressed up and have her moment on the red carpet. It was truly an awesome night for the both of us and one that I will never forget- to see her smile the way she did that night was priceless and Unity did that for her! Thank you again- Tera Abriatis- daughter of Tracey Cochran
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This organization, Unity, A Journey of Hope, really is fantastic. My mom, who is an unbelievable Steelers fan, wanted nothing more than to see Hines Ward receive his Dapper Dan Lifetime Achievement award. The cost of tickets was too much as she was in the middle of her battle with cancer. Here came Unity, they not only got her tickets but allowed for my brother and me to share this with her. It was an unforgettable experience for her and us as a family. We lost her in that same year but we will always have that night thanks to Unity!
I had the recent opportunity to help out with one of their fund raiser events. The event was well thought out, organized and staffed and the Unity personnel went out of their way to be helpful and make everyone feel welcome.
Unity is a wonderful organization which really has a goal to serve it's mission statement. I plan to continue to support this charity. It's made up of truly caring individuals who want to help those who need assistance. It is an honor attending their events to support them.
Participated in an event with Unity A Journey of Hope...Meeting those that grant wishes for others was an honor. This is a first class nonprofit organization. Such kind and wonderful volunteers and organizers and the love they have for those they help is immense! I am honored to support Unity and will continue to do so in the future!! We look forward to helping Unity every chance we get!! Keep up the good work Unity!!!
Unity continues to be my favorite charity. They do so many great things for people who need it the most. They helped my brother-in-law when he was battling lymphoma and they helped my neighbor when she was fighting breast and ovarian cancer. Unity is run by two of the most caring people you could meet. Please consider donating to Unity.
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Unity was the only charity that tried to help my dad by granting his last wish. We looked everywhere to find someone to help move my dad from MDA hospital in Houston back home to Spokane, Wa and even though it was outside the area Unity usually tries to help and waaaay outside the scope of charity they perform (the cost of an air ambulance was over $25,000.) they still tried to make it happen and find ways to get my dad home to say goodbye to his mom and the rest of his family this May. Unfortunately, dad's health declined quickly and I had to tell them it was too late but I'm sure we would have gotten dad home had his health held up. I'm so grateful to Unity because they gave us hope in a hopeless situation and helped remind me of the wonderful people that are in this world.
Unity, A Journey of Hope is a great organization who really gives back to the community in more ways than anyone could ever imagine. They have granted so many amazing wishes and made so many people unbelievably happy. It's an awesome thing to be a part of. They granted a wish for my cousin and gave him a huge wedding and reception. It was absolutely beautiful. Unity really does go above and beyond to fulfill their wishes and more.
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Great group of people who do everything in their power to grant the wishes of those with life limiting illnesses.
This is an amazing group of people. I have seen many wishes granted (one was my neighbor). It means so much to the people whose wishes are granted.
This is a great organization. .I have seen many beautiful moments shared and wishes granted. I know how important a person's dying wish can be..when my husband was sick he wanted to go on a train trip and I made it happen but most people in that situation can not make it happen and that is where the beautiful people of unity ome in..I had the opportunity to donate once and it was the best experience. .unity is the best and has the best people that love what they do and how the client feels when the wish is granted is priceless to them but they need people like us to help along the way.
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I just love snd am so proud to know some of this group..truly beautiful people that work hard all for the benefit of someone else..so inspiring. God bless you unity for all you do day in and out.
I got a chance to help with a wish for a guy named john he wanted a computer and web cam to talk to his son over seas I set up the computer and talked with john and his last request of me was to quit smoking and I can say today I have stopped smoking and think of him everyday. Unity is great john and Bobbi got a heart of gold
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I had the chance to help unity and grant a wish with them and put a computer together for a guy passing away from cancer his wish was to have a web cam to talk to his kids unity stepped up got the computer and we set it up desk and all John and Bobbi have big hearts and do this and ask for nothing in return
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Unity a Journey of Hope is just wonderful. I had two great wishes, one with Nemacolin Resort for a great dinner and with Beauty Connections Spa for a spa day. Unity a Journey of Hope does so much to help me and so many others that are sick and make our wishes come true. Thank you Bobbi and John and all the others that donate their time to help us.
This nonprofit is ran by two of the most dedicated and sincere people that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I am the Director at Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals, and we work with them to give guests getaways in our rentals located in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania. I have seen more amazing stories and wishes come true than one could ever believe thanks to the hard work of John & Bobbi. I am blessed to be a small part of this organization and making a difference in others lives. May God bless you all.
Thank you so much Unity A Journey of Hope. You had made David Yerkey's day a dream of relaxation and to forget about the cancer for a little time while he was away. We appreciate all you have done for this to come true. He did not want to come back and deal with his illness, he would have rather stay there.
Everyone was so sweet, compassionate to us. The OVR was so sweet way to go Jordan. Our dinner at Stone House was wonderful and delicious. If you go up that way I recommend you eat there. Site seeing of the Ohio Pyle even though they are under construction, we had a blast. Also, a BIG THANK YOU AND ALL YOUR HARD WORK JOHN AND BOBBI ROBINSON. We just can't get over what a great time we had of peace and quiet and time together and with our two dogs.
I can not say enough great things about Unity. The endless hours the people behind the scenes, John & Bobbi put in to make someone's wish come true. Bobbi reaches the un-reachable and does NOT stop when phones are hung up and doors are shut. She keeps going, it matters to her to make a difference. John keeps brings compassion and they truly are doing this out of love for people they may not know prior to a wish coming in. SO thankful for this group.
Thanks to Unity A Journey of Hope; my guy Tom got to make a very important memory with his son Phillip last night. I reached out to Unity a while back and explained that Tom who is fighting pancreatic cancer wanted very much to take his 21 year old son to see a Brooklyn Nets Basketball Game for his birthday and his own; both are days apart. Well, let me tell you. The Robinsons Organization made it happen...and then some. Tommy said that thanks to there kindness he feels a great sense of peace and will never forget the memory of this night with his boy. John and Bobbi Robinson are incredible people. They are humble and diligent and they actually share the joy in all the wishes they grant. I am going to pay it forward and make myself available to Unity in any way that I can.
Unity a non-profit business who grants wish to this with life limiting illnesses. Thy have blest many people with their hearts and their care. Bobbi and John that run the organization takes what someone would need to help make their lives a little brighter.
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I got the honor of meeting Bobbi at a BMB concert. She was there granting a wish for someone to meet Bret Michaels. It was amazing & heartfelt to see the smile on woman's face when she got to the front row next to me. Bobbi & I got to talk for a few minutes after the show & she told me what they do. It's nice to know that UNITY is going above & beyond to help make peoples lives a little more happier!
I called Unity looking for someone to grant a wish in California for a 23 year old young man with Testicular cancer. Bobbi answered the phone in the middle of the night, bright and cheerful, answered my question and was game for trying to help. She and John followed up on the necessary paperwork, and Greg and his girlfriend Michaela enjoyed a nice evening together with excellent tickets to a Michael Buble concert complete with soundcheck passes. It was a nice evening before his last surgery the following week.
These people fill a very important void, not only in a world of charitable organizations, but in lives.
I've worked with them in the past and have seen first hand how lives are touched in ways sometimes seeming miraculous.
I thank God for the opportunity to know them and to know Unity.
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I've seen Unity giving of themselves and their own money to help those in need.
I'm very blessed to know the founders and to have worked on projects with them. So many people would have missed on a last wish or a last opportunity without their intervention.
Long may they wave to help others with nowhere to turn and no hope for that one more chance in their lives.
Jeffrey Leeper
My 33 yr. old daughter, Deborah, had a wish that the family go to the ocean as a group. She did not get to see this as she went home to be with the Lord on June 24, 2013. Hearing that another daughter, Penny, also had cancer, Unity stepped up and fulfilled Deborah's wish though her. Eighteen of us got to go to Bethany Beach in Delaware, write Deborah's name in the sand with a heart and fulfill her wish. They provided us with lodging, gas, and some food. All because they care. It did not profit them, it profited us!
Thank you Unity!! We will forever be grateful!
What can I say about John & Bobbi Robinson? I have never met such loving, caring people, who go out of their way to grant these wishes. Bobbi works very hard behind the scenes to set things up, set dates & times, gathering info to help make these wishes happen--And John--well, he is the most compassionate person, and the way he speaks & handles his own patients & his wish recipents is so heartwarming. Just watch the videos, You can see his love & compassion shine through. They truly love what they do and it shows. I am proud to call them my friends
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Bobbi and John Robinson and the Unity staff give of their time and love to help those in need, and to give some people their last wish in the world, in wonderful ways. They are a loving compassionate group of people, and I am glad to know them. Just go to the Unity A Journey Of Hope website and watch the videos. You will see what wonderful work they do, straight from their hearts. They go above and beyond!
Unity is always making people cry!
Photos and videos of persons who have been helped, always show men, women, and little kids weeping happy tears in gratitude that others have shown their love and concern when days look hopeless and dark.
Just knowing that there are people so kind hearted in our area is wonderful. Even the smallest request for a wish requires so much planning and work. Unity often has to beg for help to get grant wishes for persons with life-challenging illnesses, but they are not ashamed to beg and do not quit when they get no response.
In short, they are there, and with their group of loyal volunteers, they have caused happiness in the lives of many others.
They are a blessing!
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With just one post and request from Unity, we learned what they needed to help another person. With a few more posts, we were able to connect Unity with a helper in a distant city, and it was a great feeling to be part of the machinery that operates solely to help others. But the biggest part of the engine is the ignition, and Bobbi and John provide that by being there for others. Never doubt the power of one (or two) person to connect with others and make a change in someone's life.
unity a journey of hope it is !!!! I could never thank you enough !!! I was givin 1 yr to live all I wanted to do is see my sister . I thought , I would never see her again . then I got a surprise, unity gave me my sister!!! I was estatic , they paid for her car rental and gas to come see me . it made my impending death easier to deal with . igot to see my lil sister thank you Bobbie and John !!!! what u gave me was hope . there is no a amount of money that can buy what u gave me . I love you guys !!!!and that book john wrote , is so helpful in dealing with emotions on your journey home or a loved ones journey . you see my husband is also dying, he is a handicapped vetran . he was happy too.they help so many . in so many different ways . our lives have been happier because of their ways .
Unity has provided a much needed civic service to their community. Their compassion and unselfishness that they provide are every lasting. Not only for the client, but their extended families. This nonprofit should be praised for the great work they have done and continue to do.
Unity gave my mom her last big night on New Year's Eve of 2012. We heard of unity from my moms cancer doctor. They not only helps my mom in enjoying a spa they also helped me my husband and my daughter get one last great memory before she passed. I can't thank you all enough!
I have been priveleged to work with this great
organization via a Twitter message. Little did I know
being a part of making a wish come true would
change my life. Megans wish to swim with the dolphins
In Key Largo Fl was an amazing journey for Megan
and her family, and I was able to capture those
priceless moments permanently. John and
Bobbi and their crew are totally dedicated
individuals and we can only hope they continue
their journey. Barbie Wilson, Key West Fl
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Journey of Hope came into my life thru the power of a tweet on Twitter. I was invted to photograph Megan from VA who has Aicardi-Goutiersa syndrome. Her wish was to swim with dolphins. Meeting John and Bobbi and Megan and her family truly changed my life. I met some incredible people doing incredible things thru Journey of Hope. I still get goosebumps remembering the smile on Megans face, and the incredible experience the dolphins had on all of us. Thanks to Dolphins Plus in Key Largo, Journey of Hope and Megans family, I will never forget the time we spent together. Thank you for letting me a special part of Megans wish.. Sincerely... Barbie Wilson Key Westl FL
My name is Jack Evans and I have a radio talk show on WMBS 590 in Uniontown, Pa. Unity has been guests several times and they always generate many calls of support and praise. I reach hundreds and hundreds of people and I am stop in public by listeners who tell me how wonderful Unity is. I had a company call me and they then gave a donation to Unity. They could only do this because Unity is a non-profit. Unity must keep their status.
Unity actually went above and beyond their usual mission (helping adults with life limiting illness) this year with journey's mission. Unity volunteers and good samaritans collected numerous items for staten island and rented a large box truck and drove it to staten island...In this truck were countless needed items including, full size deoderant,toothbrushes,toothpaste,floss,mouthwash,bar soap, bath gel, lotion,antibacterial gel,face cleasner,makeup remover, shampoo, conditioner, hairspray, razors, shaving gel, female sanitary products,diapers,cleansing wipes, as well as hotel sized items of all the previous items. Brand new socks,gloves,winter coats, hoodies, hats,scarves, as well as used brand name items. Jeans,new undies,bras,sweats, etc. Blankets,bed sheets, dog bedding, dog blankets, dog/cat toys, food bowls, animal shampoo, 50lb,20lb,and 12lbs bags of pet food, kitty litter, leashes etc. There were lots of house cleaners,bleach,sponges,brushes, 300pairs of work gloves, toliet cleaners, floor cleaners etc. Glucometers, first aid products, medications such as cold meds,tylenol etc. Shoes, boots, children and baby clothing. Baby items and care products, diapers! Then don't forget the food items! Some store donated 200 loaves of bread, large boxes of stuffing, etc. Bobbi and John are also going to go buy turkey(s) with donation money. Many generously gave! Go Unity!
Unity a journey of hope works hard to provide a free service in this area. There literally are very few groups (if any) that grant wishes to adults with a life limiting or terminal illness. They also adopt a family for operation christmas wish and will work hard to fufill wishes of US veterans. This is a small local group with no big connections so you can imagine how hard they work to grant wishes that involve celebrities. The only payment they need is to see the smile on the wish recipients faces!
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Unity a journey of hope works hard to provide a free service in this area. There literally are very few groups (if any) that grant wishes to adults with a life limiting or terminal illness. They also adopt a family for operation christmas wish and will work hard to fufill wishes of US veterans. This is a small local group with no big connections so you can imagine how hard they work to grant wishes that involve celebrities. The only payment they need is to see the smile on the wish recipients faces!
A close friend says "I want you to go to a meeting with me". "What kind of meeting?" I ask. "You'll see" she responds. When we get there we are welcomed with warm embraces and many thank you's for coming. They don't know who I am, but treat me as if they have known me forever. John and Bobbi Robinson treat everyone that way. They pour there heart and soul into every wish and treat each one as if it is the most important wish they have ever been asked to do. They are truly loving and giving people and it shows in this wonderful charity they have created. Unity, A Journey of Hope is their life. Every volunteer mirrors thier enthusiasm. I am proud to say that I am a part of Unity!
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Life's path can lead you in many different directions, and for me it lead me to Unity, a Journey of Hope. A close friend asks me to accompany her to a "meeting". Not sure what I'm in for I reluctantly go with her. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. The founders and volunteers there were so passionate about their cause, I couldn't help but want to become a volunteer! The wishes they have granted astounds me and the time, effort and heart they put into each and every wish is, without a doubt, amazing! I am so proud to be a part of Unity and I am so thankful that life's path (and my friend) led me to this wonderful organization. I feel blessed to have met all the people that make Unity, a Journey of Hope what it is....a true blessing to those that need it most.
Unity-A Journey of Hope's founders work morning, noon and night to grant the wishes of Adults . John and Bobbi grant wishes sometimes in a matter of hours when the need occurs. They give their time and expertise to do things that, when you hear what they've done with the little money they have to work with,, you shake your head in disbelief. There is such a great need in our area for these wonderful wishes. They not only help Fayette County residents but all the surrounding counties. Without Unity, many adults will miss out on a final experience that makes them smile when their Soul is leaving for it's final destination.
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I am in awe of Unity- A Journey of Hope. John and Bobbi Robison and their volunteers put wishes together in hours that woud take most of us days or weeks. As a hospice nurse, John truely sees the difference one small thing can make to someone on that final Journey and also the family. Bobbi really goes above and beyond with the little details that make a difference. Things the reciepient may not have even asked for. They are the Top of The List Non-profit for so many, not just in our area , but across the country !!!
I have small cell lung cancer, a cancer that spreads quickly and is quite deadly. I try to live life to the fullest, continuing to work and do things that I enjoy. I am a huge Steelers and Pirates fan, I run a facebook page called We Support Hines Ward, and have been honored to do work on his career highlights for his website. Being the fan that I am, I desperately wanted to see Hines Ward receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Dapper Dan. Thanks to Unity I was able to have my wish granted!! It was the most wonderful and incredible night, and I am so thankful to them for making sure I had my wish. I can't say enough great things about them!
Small but mighty! So nice to have wonderful people helping their local community and beyond .
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I once read a book about mother Theresa and someone asked her how they could help and she said start in your own community and go in from there .... Unity is doing just that:) I know John and Bobbi personally and their pic should be in the dictionary next to selfless !
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holly with out people like you unity is nothing ,support doesent come easy here in fayette county , i dont think people read the paper or watch the news because people here dont know we exist ! my staff of hard working wonderful people that i call family are truly the backbone of unity , thanks for your support !
Why would you take this great non-profit off your list? THAT is just wrong. These people work day in and day out to serve dying people. No it doesn't get lots of publicity. SO WHAT? Why is that a requirement to do good work? Every day they are on the phone looking to grant someone's wish. EVERY single day. Looking for people who can donate 10 minutes of their time to fulfill a wish of a lifetime . Looking for a sympathetic hotel chain or an airline or publicity dept. You should seriously rethink your protocols if that is what they are. Look at their web page, look at their Facebook page and see wishes granted and dare to say they are not among the most selfless giving people you can find. They are a great organization and deserve ANY support you can give them, whether it is looking for something a recipient needs, or arranging a trip or a visit with one of their heroes.
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These people are heroes. They grant wishes to dying adults to make a dream come true. They give of their time, their income, their respect, and their love. They NEVER say something can't be done, but who do we call, who do we know who cares, how can we help this person fulfill a dream? Its not easy asking companies to give a free room for the night, an airline free tickets, a star to do a meet and greet but again and again they get people to come thru because remind them of the truly important things in life: love - family - dignity - and how they would hope to be treated in similar circumstances. This past weekend they arranged for someone to meet Bruce Springsteen, they arranged a marriage and reception for a dying man and his girlfriend in I think 3 days. The list goes on and on. I wish I had some skill to offer them, but I don't, so I re-post their stuff everywhere I can because what they do is precious, a life-changing act of love. They make a difference in someone's life EVERY SINGLE DAY. We are blessed to have these people in this world.
I came into contact with the organization a couple of years ago. I find what they do so totally
inspiring and heart warming it's hard to say.People can make the choice to improve the world
and environment or just sit and watch. These people deseve recognition in the biggest way.
My daughter Chrissy is in the process of having her wish to swim with the dolphins fulfilled. Chrissy was diagnosed with a glioblastoma in November & had a craniotomy in December. We are scheduled for our trip next month to Key Largo. John & Bobbi are wonderful to grant this wish for Chrissy! She is thrilled beyond words! I hope they will continue to be able to do their good work!
I've seen so many postings re this wonderful organization and all the things that they
have done/are doing to help dying people receive their dying wish..John and Bobbi have done so much wit;h their organization and I am so proud of them...
I was approached at work by John and Bobbi several years ago. They were looking for a donation of internet service for a few months so a wish recipient could stay in contact with her family. I had just read an article in a local paper about their mission, so I was familiar with their organization. I was more than happy to help them, and approached my boss to see what we could provide. He was on board instantly, and we got everything set up to help for them. They were so appreciative of the help, and could not thank us enough. I have remained in contact with them over the years, and have donated what I can when I can as this is such a wonderful, caring and compassionate group! Im so fortunate to know them, and will continue to support them!
The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.
-Albert Schweitzer
This is what my sister would of said to her friend Bobi
thank you Bobi for helpin me when i could barley help myself
you came thru on everythign for me, Seein all my needs were meet
getting me stuff even my own Insurance wouldnt.
Even now althou i am gone,,your still in contact with my family
thank you Bobi i love you
Michelle
Now i say ,,,,
Thank you Bobi for everything you have done for my family
you are an angel
i dont know how you find the time for just yourself
Im glad your there to help people
im glad that your my friend.
so proud fo you
nel
I have watch over the past few years as these loving, caring people give 150% of themselves to grant wishes for people who may not (and have not) live long enough to see them come true. The people who volunteer for, work with, and are Unity Staff members are an amazing bunch of people who Bless so many others and work harder than anyone knows to make dreams come true! They ARE changing the world......... One dream at a time!!!
i have been lucky enough to volunteer on a couple of wishes and to also do an "operation Christmas" wish. it is very heartwarming to see the looks on the faces of the wish recipients faces to know how much what you do means to them.
Unity also made it possible for me to see my cousin Leslie and her family who we had not seen in years when they granted her wish to meet the members of Paranormal State.
I will never forget having the opertunity of being able to work with UNITY. To see just how much they REALLY care about the ones they strugle and fight so hard for every day . The look in their eyes when they tell you their stories of the people they have helped or are helping. And now its not just the people , but UNITY has also been doing what they can to help our 4 footed friends also . It is my opnion that *UNITY ROCKS*
Who say's angels on Earth aren't real? These folks are the real deal. I've never met a group more dedicated to helping others in need without asking for anything in return. They are so selfless and caring. It is not only to know them, but to support them and call them my friends! Way to go Unity! Keep up the great job that you do!
We are proud to have a great organization like this in Pennsylvania. Our organization (Walk On Foundation Inc) is so proud of each of these organization that take time out of their day to assist others. May God Bless each of you greatly!
Words cannot describe what Journey has done for my family and I, in particular my father Joe Augustine, Sr. My father who lost both legs to a hospital error eight years ago had recently been experiencing issues with his legs when I contacted Journey, as he was becoming depressed. Once I contacted Bobbi and John about his situation they ran with my dad's request of visiting the Airforce Museum in Dayton, OH. I even offered my assistance in helping with arrangements, but they thanked me said leave everything to them. Once at the museum, my father was greeted by the staff and even had a reserved spot for him museum. First time I seen my dad cry in about 20 years. I could go about this organization, but they would just words. I say for those in need in Southwestern, Pa., contact them yourself and find out how gracious this organization truly is.
wonderful organization great people we had an oppurtunity to be a part of a benefit for entertainment what a wonderful loving caring unselfish Im not much for writing and speaking but if you have an oppurtunity to be a part of this great cause please do so you will feel honored like we did to be a part keep up the great work UNITY were here if you ever need us again Gerald from The Stonehorse Band
https://www.facebook.com/JourneysPaws?ref=hl
Im a golden doodle my name is Journey, I came from lawpdoodle kennel, im 8 mo old 80 lbs ,im unitys mascott I am Loving others, putting smiles on others faces, and bringing hope!
Biography
Journey is a Goldendoodle donated by Tina and Rich Law, owners of Lawpdoodle Kennel in Lost Creek, West Virgina to Unity a Journey of Hope. We cannot thank them for this precious gift that will keep on giving as a therapy dog for the elderly and those with terminal and/or life-limiting illnesses. Please follow Journey as his paws touch the lives bringing joy and hope to so many others! Today i helped Mom & Dad grant a wish to a man, mom said he has liver cancer. He was not feeling well I could tell, but when he saw me he did smile...so I made him feel better for a minute...I guess thats what I can do to make a difference!
Then this nice lady took me and mom around the nursing home to every room and let the peole touch me and pet...I loved it cause they all smiled at me. I heard one lady say "is that a pony?" This is dad, and of course lil ol me...WOOOF thanks mom i feel good about myself helpin out and makin him and all the residents smile ,i sure cant wait till i graduate , i go to school at mike garrows hes a police man ,and i hang out at joys doggy bed and biscuit in uniontown and my nanny thats vicky :) oh my hair the knotty dog takes care of that, and i love my doctor tummons my favorite treats are pigs ears and cones from micky ds
This is a Non Profit org. That truly rocks . As a Bret Michaels Tribute artist i had the pleasure of meeting and working with Unity. And they are Awesome to say the least. Please keep strong and keep the Faith and May God Bless You All. Call me if u ever need anything i would love to help out again. 3307081918.Love Gary Barker Something to Believe In. A tribute to Rock Great Bret Michaels
Two months ago, the telephone call was made in the hopes of granting a wish for Pam Cook to meet Bruce Springsteen. Who would think anyone could make that wish come true? I mean.. we ARE talking about "The Boss"! But Unity, A Journey of Hope made it happen! With smiles large enough to light the City of Pittsburgh, we celebrated! It was an incredible evening. We thank you for your dedication to Unity while balancing work and family. This one wish granted is just one of many for you but one we won't ever forget.
I started volunteering for Unity, A Journey of Hope about 4 years ago. When I put the first photo montage video together and asked Bobbi and John (the Co-founders) about each photo, they were both able to tell me the full names, what their diagnostic were, and stories about the wishes. That is one of the first times I realized how much dedication they have in making wishes come true for other people. It is not just them though, Bobbi and John have an incredible group called the "Wish Warriors" standing behind them at all times ready to make dreams come true. I have never experienced so much selflessness before and I am incredibly honored to be a part of this charity.
My 96-year-old father is in hospice near Pittsburgh and I live over three hours away. Without Unity a Journey of Hope both of our lives would be considerably more difficult. Unity has provided my dad with an electric recliner that allows him to sleep comfortably at night since he cannot sleep lying down. I get frequent email or Facebook updates from John and Bobbi Robinson about my dad's condition and what any immediate or future needs might be. When it was time to close up my dad's apartment Unity "swept in" and took over! We had the place cleaned out and cleaned up before I knew it. Working with them on a project is like being at the center of a hurricane! They are amazing folks and I have come to value their worth to the community as much as I have come to call John and Bobbie my brother and sister. Dr. Terry Drew Karanen, Carlisle, PA
Unity a Journey Of Hope is a wonderful organization. They have granted an enermous amount of wishes to those in need and have touched so many hearts with everything they do. Bobbi and John (and the rest of the volunteers) go above and beyond to ensure that they are able to grant as mnay wishes as possible.
In life things happen that you, no matter how many years pass, know you will always remember. You will remember the feeling you had when it happend, whether it be good or bad. For me one of those moments occured on October 27, 2012 when Unity, A Journey of Hope granted a wish for my mother to meet Bruce Springsteen. The feeling I had when he was walking down the hallway to greet my mom was pure excitment. The moment where I looked at her and saw the happiness and joy that came over her, there are no words for. She stood there smiling from ear to ear not a worry or care in the world, just in pure awe of who stood before her. That moment I will cherish for the rest of my life and I have this organization to thank for that. This past year has been a struggle and this organization has uplifted our spirits more than you will ever know. A simple thank you will never be enough for what they did for us. It was more than granting a wish, they showed us that dreams really do come true. For that, this organization will forever be in our hearts! You have made a lasting impression on all our lives and made a year of saddness turn to pure happiness in the matter of one night. May God Bless you all and may you grant many more wishes in the future
Unity A Journey Of Hope is an amazing organization! What they do for people is close to unheard of now days! John and Bobbi are remarkable people with great volunteers! They go above and beyond to grant wishes for people who are at the end or close too the end of their journey. Again, absolutely amazing!!!!
Unity, A Journey of Hope is one of those rare groups that truely puts it's heart into every aspect of their mission. I have been fortunate enough to know the founders and a few of the staff for several years now and it is inspiring to say the least to see the life changing acts they always seem to fullfill. The ability to grant wishes using a small pool of funds and volunteers is an absolute standout in this organization. That is one of the reasons why the organization I belong to has held fundraisers for this deserving charity for several years now. One look at the list of their accomplishments and anyone can see the dedication of Unity to aiding those in need. What strikes me the most is the personal sacifices that I see constantly occuring within this group. To put others well-being ahead of one's self is a very rare quality these days and it is one of the main reasons that I felt obligated to write this review. If you have any interaction with this organization, it will be quite easy to see why they deserve the praise that is given to them.
I want to give a huge shout out to Unity A Journey of Hope for working so hard to make my sister Pam Cook dream come true!! This is a wonderful group of people who spread such joy and cheer!! Thanks for all your hard work. Pam is still smiling. She was so surprised to meet her guy --- Bruce Springsteen. And also a huge Thank you to Bruce and all his "people" that made this happen. I am in awe...........
Unity,A Journey OF Hope is like a "make a wish" for adults.Being just a small charity, they have worked on some big wishes for people, and you can tell they get as much satisfaction from seeing the smile on the faces of the recipients, as the recipient themself does. Everyone should support them!
Unity of Hope is amazing!! They granted my friend a very difficult wish and everything was more than perfect. They are generous, kind, and very compassionate! Our wish took alot of hard work, maybe even a miracle to pull it all together, and yet they never gave up on bringing this life changing experience to someone they did not even know. Unity of Hope is a huge blessing; our lives are changed forever and it is because of you!! Besides my son's wedding, I think it was one of the best experiences of my life - so it was very very special. Like Bruce Springsteen said "We are counting on a miracle!"; you are part of that miracle. Thanks for everything.
I'm proud that my organization works closely with Unity, and that we get to see the impact that our donations make on helping others.
I met these folks through my best friend Michelle Emerick Murphy when she was in her last days of cancer. She invited me on a trip that Journey had for her last wish. It was a ghost hunt and adventure with some great paranormal folks @ the Stone House. It was great, Michelle was treated like a Queen. We have been friends for over 30 years and I lost her last year to that cancer. I'll never forget the joy she got from the things Journey did for her, including portable oxygen tank that ins. wouldn't provide and motorized chair. We miss her so much. I still try to help this group when I can with donations for raffles and selling tickets and such. Please do the same. Thank you, Annette Jane James
John and Bobbie Robinson of Unity: A journey of Hope are kind and very generous people that help make a difference in the lives of the sick and the suffering. Sometimes all it takes is a little kindness to have a big impact, but Unity doesn't do anything on a small scale. I was really touched when I saw them grant the wish of a wedding to a very ill man and his beloved bride. And that's only one example of all the great work that they do. These are selfless individuals who truly care and the people they help are blessed to have them. They make me want to be a better person too.
Unity a Journey of Hope is about as genuine and personal as anyone could find. John and Bobbi work tirelessly to help adults with life-limiting illnesses live out their wishes - whether it be something as simple as a day at the spa, to meeting a celebrity or athlete, to a vacation, they spare no effort to make sure it happens. They also draw support from the community like nothing I've seen for a humble non-profit, with fundraisers like Rock-A-Wish, as well as their community outreach through local radio and social media. They do not lack for heart or willpower, and I feel it's our obligation to help them to help others.
I think this is a fabulous non-profit organization!! My family has sent donations to help both them and their ambassador, Journey, for his schooling to become a therapy dog. They do their best to make wishes come true for adults that have a life-limiting illness. They put their heart and soul into making these wishes come together and go to awesome lengths using their time and resources. I would absolutely recommend this group to anyone!!
There are no words good enough to explain what unity does for the people whom they take under their wings and give a little bit of hope and happiness to during their difficult time on life. Bobbi and Jon do this completely out of the goodness of their heart not expecting anything from noone. I've seen time and time they spend endless sleepless nights working out plans for wishes and usually the wishes they receive are wimmneeded to be granted within a short period of time due to the illness and life expectantacy of the person with the wish. I've seen them throw weedings together in a few days. Not only do they grant these wishes they work full time jobs, have a home to operate, have journey ( service dog) they are in the process of trainging and preparing for his future duties, they fundraiser, also they've rescued dogs from the shelter nursed them back to health and got them adopted to a new loving forever home. This organization has touched several hearts and have several more I'm sure they'll touch in the future. The world needs more people with hearts as BIG as theirs.
Great Organization! They really care about the people they grant wishes for. They go above and beyond to help make sure that the people they grant wishes for, and their families are provided with many great smiles and memories that will last forever. John, Bobbi, and all the people who volunteer with Unity A Journey of Hope work very hard, and every penny that comes into the organization goes towards doing good for someone else with a life limiting illness.
Unity A Journey of Hope is one of those organizations that seems to be rarer and rarer these days. Upon first encountering them, I thought, "Okay, another charity, what is their angle?" and I expected it to be another high-administrative, constant donation, little turn-out thing but I was wrong. Having given to many charities over the years I've become disillusioned with the way most of them are run. You give and you give and it seems that so much of what you give is spent on things that don't matter and never gets to their intended recipient. Not so with Unity A Journey of Hope. The founders give 200% of their time to fulfilling the last wishes of terminal patients. There is no age limit and no boundary to the request. I have personally seen them work tirelessly to organize events and get the wishes of real people granted. Having helped them out on a few occasions I can say that I see the gratitude in the eyes and smiles of those they help and their families. They give with no thought to reward and it's that personal touch and their tireless determination that sets them apart from the rest.
Honestly, I had never heard of this organization until I attended one of their fundraising events in 2009. The founders gave a presentation about Unity a Journey of Hope and showed a video of some wishes that were granted. All of the wishes were heartwarming, but contained in the video was the story an elderly gentleman who had been stricken with a disease and didn't have much time left in this world- all he wished for was to have a garden again- a vegetable garden that he could no longer independently create. The Unity volunteers made this wish come true for him by planting the garden he desired. A simple wish by any means, but it meant the world to that gentleman. As I watched this through my tears, it instilled new awareness in me that there truly are people out there who care; there truly are people who want to make a difference. I also realized, what the heck was I doing by not being a part of this. So, I became a volunteer; me,- the type of person who always said 'I don't have time for that, I have too many other responsibilities', me- a person who had been through an illness and still had bitterness locked inside because of it, because of the experience of it, because no matter who was beside you during that time, you tend to feel alone/ like the battle is yours alone,- well somehow, that didn't matter anymore. I wanted to be a part of making a difference in someone's life. The founders of Unity , John and Bobbi are what I consider to be angels residing on earth for the purpose of making a difference/ of giving hope. Unity has since granted many more wishes, they work tirelessly to make a difference! Even when they are faced with a seemingly impossible request- they make it happen! It is a struggle without a big corporate sponsor/ without funds, but they somehow always make the wish a reality. The smile on the wish recipient's face says it all ! Unity a Journey of Hope has granted many wishes to adults with a life limiting illness and opened quite a few hearts to the realization that good does exist in the world !
Unity a Journey of Hope granted a wish to my younger brother that passed away in 2010 from cancer. His wish was to meet a Pittsburgh Penguins which he got to meet Chris Kunitz! That was a memory that my family and I will never forget to see the smile on my brothers face was priceless!! So I'm so grateful for what Unity does they do give you an extra piece of hope!! So now we are volunteers of Unity to give back what they gave to my brother!!
I take much pride in being a Unity volunteer. John Robinson, co-founder of Unity a Journey of Hope was my Dad's hospice nurse as he courageously fought cancer. John treated my Dad with amazing compassion and respect and was an amazing support for my family and I. This is how I first became familiar with Unity a Journey of Hope. I decided to volunteer for Unity several months following my Dad's passing, and I will be forever grateful that I did so. Unity touches the lives of so many adults with life-limiting illness by granting there wishes and giving them hope when sometimes it seems as there isn't any. I have been involved in wishes as simple as a 102-year-old woman riding a motorcycle one last time to a precious woman bringing her family together for a family reunion and meeting baseball legend and former Pittsburgh Pirate Kent Tekulve. There are many organizations out there for children, and I am thankful there is and support those organizations; however, I have never heard of an organization that focuses on adults. After having my father pass away while battling cancer, I know the importance of giving hope, even when it seems there is none. As long as we are here, we have life, and there is hope. Unity gives those who have given up hope and special memories with their loved ones, and it is for this reason I will forever support and be proud to be a volunteer for Unity a Journey of Hope, changing lives one wish at a time.
I first met John and Bobbi Robinson and learned of the non-profit, Unity, A Journey of Hope, which they co-founded, in the summer of 2008. I atended my first benefit, Rock-a-Wish in August of that summer. When I learned more about the work Unity does in granting wishes to adults with life-limiting illnesses and saw the support that John and Bobbi had from their friends and community, I volunteered to assist them in any way that I could. In December of 2008, John and Bobbi braved the cold and stood outside of the local radio station, accepting donations of food, money, and/or clothing in order to see that some less fortunate families were able to celebrate Christmas. I, personally, made a monetary and food donation and spent one evening standing outside with the two of them accepting donations. Unity did this over several occasions that December, with John playing Santa Claus. I observed several families coming to make donations and enjoyed seeing the joy the children showed when they got to sit on Santa's lap. That same Christmas, Unity asked me to do some shopping for one of these families. Being that I have no children of my own, I thoroughly enjoyed buying clothes and toys for a local needy family. When I, along with Unity volunteers, delivered the goods to the said family, it was very heart-warming to see what this meant to the recipients. The parents could not thank us enough and said that if it had not been for Unity, their children would not have had a Christmas. I have always been fortunate to have everything that I need, so seeing this family's gratitude meant more to me than any material gift I received that, or any other, Christmas. That same holiday season, I also accompanied Unity volunteers to deliver Christmas presents to a family about an hour away. The vehicle was completely filled with toys, clothing...even bicycles for the children. Unity also gave the parents gift cards, so that they could purchase whatever else they might have needed in order to have a nice Christmas. I decided right then that I wanted to do this with them every year. Since then I have been fortunate to have been able to participate in many fund-raising events and more wishes, including a whirlwind trip to Tennessee to help a 38 year old with cancer receive her wish of a wedding. I have been honored to meet many people whose lives have been positively affected by Unity, including the family I delivered presents to in 2008, Karen, who they built a barn for, Don, who needed and received a heart and needed help with his family at Christmas, and Michelle, who had a wish granted to meet paranormal investigators. I have also seen many other wishes documented through pictures and video. Seeing the joy and
gratitude from the many wish recipients is very heart-warming and makes me proud to be a small part of such a wonderful organization. No matter how small or how large a wish, John and Bobbi and the Unity "Wish Warriors" will work diligently to try to make it happen. I am very proud to be involved with Unity, A Journey of Hope and will continue to support the organization and help in any way I can.
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I have seen many wishes granted by Unity and the experience of witnessing someone receiving their last wish is in itself the most amazing yet bittersweet feeling! Unity is with out a doubt the most giving charity I've ever seen. They work non-stop to make every wish go above and beyond the receivers expectations! It's a truly amazing organization!
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I am a board member with Unity, A Journey of Hope. I first came to find out about Unity when a friend's band was asked to help out with a fundraiser charity event for Unity. We attended the event, which was an all day music festival. The organization was very well put on and professional. I got to know the co-founders of the charity and became more interested in what they do for people, because I also work with Seniors in my day to day work. I started to volunteer with Unity, helping out as I could on wishes to be granted and I was hooked after going on my first "wish" as a volunteer. The smile that was brought to the face of a person with terminal cancer when they met their life long hero was just amazing. No words could describe the look in the eyes of the wish recipient as his life long dream was fulfilled by Unity. From that point on, I was hooked and also humbled that I was a part of this. Making a bright spot in the day of someone who is otherwise has nothing to look forward to except for misery, pain and eventual death. I became more active within the organization, helping as much as I could and decided to become a board member. The co-founders are simply amazing and selfless, giving all they have to keep Unity the upstanding organization that it is. We are now working from being a regional organization to becoming a national one. The volunteers and all involved with Unity are simply awesome, giving all of themselves and taking nothing in return. I am so proud to be working with this organization, as I have seen what joy it brings to an adult with failing health.
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