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Bensenville’s ‘Golden Wishes’ uses donations to help seniors, disabled

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The Golden Wishes program in Bensenville this fall gave Chicago Bears tickets and a round-trip limo ride to the game for Jim and Lauri Collins, pictured, as well as resident Betty Madland and her son, George.

Paul Michna | Staff Photographer

The Golden Wishes program in Bensenville grants wishes to disabled and senior residents. The program secured Bears tickets and a round-trip limo ride to the game for Jim and Lauri Collins, along with Betty Madland and her son, George.

Paul Michna | Staff Photographer

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This fall, Bensenville's Golden Wishes program sent Jim and Lauri Collins, along with Betty Madland and her son, George, to attend a Chicago Bears game. Village President Frank Soto, left, saw the Madlands off to the game in a limo.

Paul Michna | Staff Photographer

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Bensenville's Golden Wishes program grants the wishes of senior citizen and disabled residents, often for requests many people take for granted. And the fairies who make them come true are local residents and businesses who donate to the cause. "You're thankful someone has that kind of consideration for you," said one recipient.