Seasonal & Holidays

Love Is In The Air: Send Balloons To Seniors At DuPage Care Center

See how to make Valentine's Day extra special for seniors at DuPage Care Center this year.

WHEATON, IL — Residents can show some love to seniors at DuPage Care Center on Valentine's Day by buying helium, holiday-themed balloons.

For a $5 donation, a balloon will be delivered to one of the care center residents on Valentine's Day. The deadline to order a balloon is Feb. 13.

A personal message can be included with your balloon.

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"During cold winter days, fundraisers like this warm the hearts of the residents of the Care Center," Greg Schwarze, Chairman of the County’s Human Services Committee, said in a statement.

Schwarze added, "Every year, we hear incredible stories from the residents about how this event lifts their spirits. It's a wonderful way to let our friends at the Care Center know how much we appreciate and cherish them."

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