We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who contributed to the fundraiser for “Mel’s Wheels.” Your expression of love and compassion will always be remembered. This will make life a lot easier for Mel.
We feel so blessed to live in East Norwich and Oyster Bay because of all the caring people who live here.
Thank you and God Bless You,
Rene and Mel Warren
Editor’s Note: While the Warrens are grateful for the help they have received, in some ways it is a case of the problems involved when getting what you asked for. The new wheelchair meant they had to enlarge the foyer in the center of the house to accommodate the size of the motorized wheelchair; the garage had to be broadened so he can get into the van as they need 8’ clearance of the sliding door to enter it; the garage door had to be widened to get the new van inside; the van itself is undergoing a modification of its power steering; the new wheelchair is 4” higher and Mel cannot get into it. His wife Rene strained her back trying to help him. He wants to get a new system that will lift him into the chair without needing help. At every step of the way there were new unexpected costs to get the job done. I guess you can guess that they still have need of help from their friends. But that is what friendship is all about.
