The families of Steps Together have been invited to create holiday wish lists. Most wish lists should include recipient mailing info for direct shipping to each of their homes. In the event that you need mailing information, please email courtney-newman@comcast.net. Lists for families who are being assisted anonymously by Steps Together will ship direct to Steps Together or a community member who has offered to be the recipient on behalf of their family.
Gift cards are always appreciated too for everything from food to fun. Over the years of assisting families, we’ve learned that sometimes families miss the act of shopping and giving most.
Remember to support the wreath sale by the youth group at Faith Lutheran Church in Hillsborough to support the families of Steps Together. Read more here. Additionally, we need a community of volunteers to support our fundraising efforts at the upcoming Kringle Market. Sign up here.
The Eick Family
The Eick Family
Both dad Ed and daughter Adeline are battling brain cancer. Adeline was diagnosed first in June 2021 with grade III anaplastic astrocytoma. Ed was diagnosed in October 2023 with grade IV glioblastoma (terminal brain cancer). Adeline is still on chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments and her scans have been stable for nearly 3 years. Unfortunately Ed's cancer has spread to his spine and is now considered "end stage" with limited treatment options. Mom Christine had to leave her job last year to take care of Ed, Adeline, and baby (now toddler) Scarlett. We are so grateful for a little Christmas cheer to raise our spirits. Thank you so much to Steps Together for all the support.
Amazon List
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/20U11ER92YQT7?ref_=wl_share
Gift Cards
DoorDash, Walmart, Amazon, Shell/BP/Exxon, Starbucks. No grocery gift cards because it's too hard for me to get to the store. I have everything delivered.
Description of Recipients
6 year old girl who loves Disney princesses (especially Ariel), Bluey, medical play, reading (early reader), playing Roblox games, and Legos
20 month old toddler girl who loves board books, Daniel Tiger, Bluey, Fisher Price Little People (or similar), and snacks
Wish
A stair lift for our front steps outside. I don't know if this can be done for under $1000 and I suspect we'll need permission from the HOA. Something like this https://www.solanoma.com/products/1000-perch-stair-lift-complete
The Wertz Family
After battling breast cancer diagnosed in October 2023, Jenn was diagnosed with B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in October 2024. Ryan was diagnosed with Hairy Cell Leukemia in September 2024. Both Jenn and Ryan are actively receiving treatment and are getting by with support from friends and family. Jenn is unable to work at this time and Ryan is working as he is able. They are looking forward to Jenn receiving a stem cell transplant in a few months. Jenn and Ryan live with their teenage sons, Lincoln (18) and Jackson (almost 17). They are keeping busy with school and sports while supporting at home as needed. We are so very appreciative of this opportunity from Steps Together.
Wish List
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/eXBrU4x?ref_=wl_share
Gift Cards
Wawa for gas, McDonald’s, Uber Eats, Door Dash
Description of Recipients
We have two sons that are almost 17 and 18 so gift cards for gas and food would help them immensely as they’re running between school and sports practices and I’m not always able to have meals ready.
The Falcone Family
Our family received an unfortunate new development this year - Ben was diagnosed this year with a brain tumor which is due to the genetic disorder he has, Behcet's syndrome (which is very rare and doctor's do not know what will happen next but causes tumors, cysts , pain, sores on body and blindness). He has body pain often from the disorder and life has been very challenging this year - weekly blood work, doctor visits and daily injections of medicine leaving him with bruises and more pain. His disorder also causes extreme fatigue. Ben cannot do many things so he does love to game and we allow him as a reward after working probably 4Xs as hard to get through basic homework as reading and writing are huge challenges for him. Just from this additional diagnosis of the brain tumor our monthly bills have increased tremendously as well as time on all of us which has been wearing.
Amazon List
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2S0UTZPWDD6OX?ref=cm_sw_sm_r_un_un_8m8oEXZB1KfI9
Gift Cards
Amazon and Whole foods we shop at a lot. a treat is always pizza, Blaze has a gluten and free option that ben eats so that's a great option for us , Play station or STEAM gift card
Description of Recipients
We have a 15 year old boy, Jack who loves to play steam and PS4 so gift cards to those would be great. Benjamin loves 100 piece puzzles and it keeps his hands busy with his Tourettes
Wish
We have on our amazon wish list a PS5 (Disc model) - that would be a dream or a STEAM playing deck, these are both dreams as they are very expensive.
The Shomers Family
In July 2023 at 12 years old, Charlie was diagnosed with Ependymoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. It was discovered during an MRI to diagnose the cause of infrequent but severe headaches. He immediately underwent a craniotomy to remove the tumor, followed by several weeks of proton radiation in the summer and fall. Since then Charlie continues to heal physically and emotionally. His doctors monitor him through regular MRIs. The time from then until now has been with worry and uncertainty about what come next, but a tremendous amount of gratitude and love for all the support and prayers that we have received.
Amazon List
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17M6CQ8WQN7LW?ref_=wl_share
Gift Cards
Our family shops at ShopRite, target and Amazon, we get gas from shell
Description of Recipients
Charlie a 14 year old boy. He loves playing games on his phone. He also loves Legos and nerf guns. He love Jurassic park, Star Wars, Minecraft and Pokémon.
Anna a 12 year old girl. She also loves playing on her phone and watching you tube videos about Five Nights at Freddy’s. She loves listening to music- especially Taylor Swift. She also loves to read. Reading is her favorite hobby after listening to music.
Wish
Our family wish would be a Disney Gift card to put towards the purchase of tickets, Charlie participated in marching band this year for the first time and it was the most amazing experience for him. The band will be traveling to Disney this spring to march in Magic Kingdom. It would be an absolute dream come true to be able to watch him march doing something he loves in a place he loves and getting to share that experience with him.