Jillian O'Connor, Author at Seattle's Child

Jillian O'Connor

Jillian O’Connor is managing editor of the Seattle's Child print magazine. She lives in Seattle with her husband, two sons and a dog named after the Loch Ness Monster.

Teen’s goal: A robotic pet for every Alzheimer’s patient

Redmond boy is raising money to help seniors in memory care.

Following up to see if you have any interest in covering the heartwarming story, below? As a reminder, inspired by his grandmother, 17-year-old Luke Torrey has been working tirelessly to raise $50,000 to aid in the fight against Alzheimer’s & dementia among older adults in the state of Washington. Luke’s goal is to provide every senior living in Memory Care facilities across the state – which he estimates is about 500 people – with a Joy for All Companion Pet Cat or Pup, which are proven to ease anxiety, alleviate feelings of loneliness, and provide recipients with a sense of companionship – particularly has the restrictions resulting from COVID-19 are still looming. Additional information can be found at Luke’s website. As of today Luke has raised just over $15,000 in support of his mission. If interested in telling this inspiring story, Luke Torrey is local to the state of Washington – just outside of Seattle in King County – and is available to chat with you any time. Thank you! Christie

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Pitch In

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Family Travel Northwest

Fun, flat hiking amid beautiful Painted Hills

This area of Oregon is remote, sunny and spectacular.

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