Twilla and Larry’s Story

From working to marriage to retirement, Twilla and Larry have been able to navigate it all with the help of Hope.

Twilla and Larry were living in the same residential care home, and Twilla's stepmom was visiting with her when she noticed Larry and said, “Twilla, look at that guy—he looks like a catch!”

And Twilla started to take notice. Little by little, a romance sparked. We know they're very fulfilled with each other and it's a good example for the other seniors. In 1998, with the blessing of both families and the involvement of the residential care administrator, Twilla and Larry realized their dream and got married.

Hope has continued to support them in their transition from working to marriage to retirement. That's the unique thing about the senior center as well—in retirement, you can just enjoy your golden years.

—Program Staff

When you plan a gift to support the future of Hope, you ensure we are here to help those we serve navigate various lifestages and milestones. Contact Courtney Barry at 408-284-2850 or development@hopeservices.org to learn more about how you can make a difference.