Testimonials from a Neighbor in
Need helped by
Giving Neighbors
Received 1.8.08
"To The Giving Neighbor Program, My name is Jo and I live in McKinney, Texas I wanted to share with other people about a wonderful assistance program, which I was lucky enough to run across, The Giving Neighbor Program.......The Giving Neighbors are different in their approach to people, in that they were kind and informative as to what they needed from me for them to help, I wish for every community to have a Giving Neighbor Program, as they have been a blessing to me. My quality of life would be miserable had it not been for them. Case in point, I have inoperative Fibroid Tumors on my feet, and needed some expensive special shoes to alleviate the pain when walking. The Giving Neighbors did not hesitate to assist me with the costs and I should have my shoes within a couple of weeks. In closing, I wish to thank Connie, and The Giving Neighbor Program. You're in my prayers and I will pass on the knowledge of your program every chance I get. Sincerely, Jo"
Story received 10.9.07
Received 8.24.07
"Dear Ms. Gibson.
I would like to take this time to thank you and The Giving Neighbors Organization for your help regarding my dental assistance. For months I have been living with physical and mental pain from the breaking of my front tooth. For several years I was blessed to have good dental insurance from my previous employers for over 30 years. Unfortunately, circumstances changed drastically and I no longer had dental or vision insurance. I can't tell you how humbling it is to have your front teeth missing. Far beyond my physical discomfort is the mental and emotional pain of being ashamed to smile in public......
The Giving Neighbors is helping me by paying for my surgery that is scheduled for next month. Due to the high volume rate of a much better dental clinic, I have to wait longer than patients with a private dentist. Your organization went far beyond anything I would imagine just by trying to correspond with the high volume clinic. You kept on calling and faxing information until they responded. Just knowing that someone cared enough to be so patient and professional to open the doors for me to get respectable service was also such a blessing. I can write so much about Ms. Gibson continuous efforts just to have the doctor's commitment to schedule me for the implant. What the enemy has tried to take away from me, Ms. Gibson has blessed me with far more than just having a tooth replaced. She demonstrates what a true loving neighbor does for strangers who have nowhere else to turn. I had started to isolate myself from people and places due to the pain I felt every time I opened my mouth. Although, I have not had my tooth replaced at this date, I already feel less shame and humiliation because of the words of encouragement I received from my phone conversations with Ms. Gibson. I found a friend who actually cared enough to go the distance with me.
In closing, I thank Jesus for pouring me out a blessing far beyond just my tooth. My faith has been strengthen, my will to want to be a better servant to God and my fellowman has been also strengthen; and my determination to overcome my illness that I have been battling with for several years. I have been inspired so much by you Ms. Gibson to never give up and to do what I can to help others because that is what true JOY is all about. God Bless You - J. B."
Received 6.18.07
"Just wanted to say Thank You very much. My husband got sick in 2005. He passed 136 kidney stones, had emergency ulcer surgery his doctor said 2 more days he would have died and then a week before he got to go home from the hospital, we got word he had cancer (granulcyctic sarcoma). He went through 4 hi-powered doses of chemo. Thank God he is now in remission. In January 2007 our 3 grandkids came to live with us. I know God has a purpose for both of us. We lost our medical insurance in March 2007 and then I lost my job in April 2007. I am still searching for a job and we are living on his SS Disability. We thank God for The Giving Neighbors everyday because we couldn't afford his prescriptions for May and June, they worked with the pharmacy and his doctors to help us get his prescriptions. No one really knows what a releif it was when The Giving Neighbors helped us with his prescriptions. May God Bless you all. Thanks so much. T.S. & G.S."
Received 4.27.07
"I recently received medical care via the kind support from friends through the Giving Neighbors program. I truly appreciate your help.
I went to the fairly new InstaCare Clinic in McKinney to which you referred to me. I was seen by the Nurse Practitioner who is apparently the one who started the clinic. She seems very knowledgeable and answered questions that I had about my health issues. Her support staff is composed primarily of younger nurses, including a make nurse. For male patients I would think that would be an asset. They were a warm, friendly, and caring bunch. Overall I was pleased with the care I received and plan to return in six months for follow-up appointments.
Again, I truly appreciate your help and hope to return the kindness you've shown me somehow in the future.
Thank you all again and God bless you in your endeavours. May the Lord be glorified in all that you do.
Sincerly.
Mrs.D.R."
Received 04.19.07
"Dear Friend,
I'm writing to tell all the Giving Neighbors and staff Thanks again on assistance you have given me. My hearing aids work wonderful and not having to say WHAT all the time it is very nice knowing there is a lot of Giving Neighbors out there to bless people like me. Thank you very much. Sincerely, K.P."
January 17, 2007
"I would like to share my testimony about how The Giving Neighbors has been such a blessing and life saver for me.
I had been very ill for some time from dental problems, even though I was working two jobs it seemed impossible to find the funds for a simple dental fees. I pushed my self so hard that I ended up with a heart attack.
Now I was more limited than before. In my distress I shared in prayer with one of the ladies from my church and she had referred me to The Giving Neighbors. So I applied on line with a prayer. In less than a week they called me and from there Hope began to shine very bright. They took care of everything. They set a dental appointment and even followed up after the appointment to make sure I was ok. I am now on the road to recovery. The Giving Neighbors has been a answered prayer for me.
I sought the Lord and He heard me...Psalm 34:4
God Bless Always,
C.W. "
Received 11.28.06
"The Giving Neighbors,
I am sending a you a letter of thanks which doesn't even come close for what you and your Loving neighbors have accomplished for me. I had a emergency appendectomy surgery with no Insurance and only work in part time. with my disability and my medicare doesn't come in until June 2007. I was also off of work for a month and just couldn't make it until a loving neighbor told me about the giving neighbors on assistance on medical bills, prescriptions ect. The giving Neighbors got ahold of the charity program of the Hospital and sent an application to me but in the hospital they told me I made to much I didn't qualify but I fee led it out and got approved while that was being approved the Giving Neighbors worked with the Pathology services, Texas Medicine resources, Southwest Imaging and Interventions specialist the got it worked out if the charity was accepted most of the bills would be covered but they called the Anesthesiologist and explained to them my situation and cut there bill from 1479.00 down to 300.00 if i make 3 monthly payments of 100.00 they sent the first months payment then got me connected to another organization which covered the other 200.00 they also help out on prescriptions I needed and food and gave me some other organizations to help out there and a little gas to get back to work and payed for me to see my counsel er until I got back on my feet I owe you all a very big thank you and I'll keep you in my prayers you always hear about giving neighbors but never really see them but these neighbors you'll see and they will do what they can for you and again Thank you so Much And the grace of our God.
K.P."
Received 12.2006
"As the nurse at Finch Elementary School, McKinney I have been asked to communicate the effectiveness and impact "The Giving Neighbors" has had on our children at Finch.
Finch Elementary is a Title One Campus and serves about 600 children, Kindergarten through 5th grade. This classification is based on the percentage of students who qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch. The economic needs of our children can be quite difficult for many families, especially medical needs.
"The Giving Neighbors" has been a tremendous resource for us. Many of our children need daily medicatin to help them focus and learn in school. Some fall into the situation where their parents are waiting for the Medicaid they have applied for to be approved and cannot afford to buy a 30 day supply of medication. "The Giving Neighbors" has assisted by purchasing medication for these students to cover the "gap" between applying for Medicaid and actually being able to use it. By helping these children get their medication it has prevented them from losing valuable learning time.
The children at Finch Elementary School are very grateful to "The Giving Neighbors". "The Giving Neighbors" truly lives up to is name.
A.M.RN Finch Elementary School Nurse"
December 2006
"Thank you. Hi my name is Joe and I just wanted to thank you for getting me my medicine. I just wanted to remind you that it's really helping me. thank ya sincerly Joe."