1 am email received by LifeChronicles…
“Hello, I want to thank you guys from the bottom of my heart for coming to record my Mom early on in her Hospice Journey. I had no idea how much this video was going to mean to me later down the road. I recently ran across it and it brought joy, laughter and tears to me. I am forever grateful.. Chelsea P.s. My Mother’s name is Andi L, she passed away 3/29/10” Andi passed more than 1yr after we taped her. Shannon Parry, an LC intern, will always remember her experience that day, and the family will always remember that Shannon volunteered to create this priceless gift for...
Read MoreTracy & Joe’s girls
Nominate LifeChronicles! Hello all…I am going to ask for your help…which I don’t usually!! Please read the attached email. It is from LifeChronicles, they are the non profit organization that taped my late husband Joe, prior to his death. He made a tape for the girls & I that spoke of his wishes for their individual lives as well as my own after his passing. LifeChronicles arranged the taping, editing and even sent us four copies (one for Jessica, Miranda, Karly & Lilah) to have when they are older. We have watched this tape a few times and I imagine we will countless times...
Read MoreShannon P-Student Volunteer
July, 2008 My first introduction to LifeChronicles and the work of Kate Carter was a magazine article. After reading the article, I thought about volunteering, but quickly my life grew busy. I waited a year before my life settled down, and though I am happy I finally made that step into the doorway, it took me a year too long. I realized how powerful a videtape or photograph can be when about six months ago as I scanned photos for a family, I felt so humble and honored to be able to look into the life of another human being, and for a moment, know them without meeting them face to face. It...
Read MoreSenior Residence Testimonial
Sitting in the living rooms of some of our residents, listening totheir stories, has been among my most enjoyable times at ourresidence. Some of them are no longer with us. So, I ask, who willcarry their fabulous stories of adventures, hopes, simple wisdom,heartaches, triumphs, failures, sheery joy and humble accomplishments? The Native American culture has lost many of itstraditions, because those who were told, tell no more. Their method ofpassing the history of their ancestors was through storytelling. Nothing was written or recorded. The life experiences of another humanbeing are best...
Read MoreSBCC Students
April 30, 2008 Thank you for allowing our group the opportunity to volunteer for LifeChronicles. It was truly a treat and an honor to learn about the amazing things your organization does for the people of the Santa Barbara community. Our experience with LifeChronicles was enlightening as well as life-changing for all of us. We would especially like to thank you for taking the time out of your important and busy schedule to share your amazing stories and experiences with the group. You truly helped us understand the importance of the service you provide to people. This experience was truly...
Read MoreRuth S-Friend’s Video
October 31, 2008 Dear Kate, I will remain forever grateful to you for your great gift to those of us who treasure our memories of Elina… Love, Ruth Snyder
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