Benefit to Help Wade Family – Plans Underway

By John Face

July 24, 2024

City Watch has received information regarding fundraising efforts for the Wade Family of Albion, Michigan. Galazio of Albion graciously offered their business to “Help out a great family,” said Sean Hare, co-owner of Galazio. CLICK HERE IF YOU WISH TO DONATE MONEY FOR THE WADE FAMILY or you can attend the event at Galaizo. On Thursday, August 1, friends and family will come together to raise money to offset the tremendous expenses Ben and Jenny have run into in order to get their daughter, Ann home after a medical emergency. Following is the most recent update from Ben Wade:

Update from the Wades

July 21st update – While we do not yet know for certain, it is hard for all of us to not have high hopes that this is our last weekend in France! Ann has a “clearance to fly” appointment this Thursday, July 25th – and as long as the x-ray continues to look good, we will know for certain when she can fly – it could potentially be as soon as Friday. That will be 40 days after she landed in France for her 10 day visit, and 33 days after Jenny and I rushed to board a plane to get to her (thinking it would be a few days). We are all a bit homesick, but grateful to have Ann healthy again and happy to see an end in sight.

Our gratitude for everyone who has contributed, messaged, helped at home, and supported us in Noisy le Roi and Bailly cannot be overstated. That our friends, family, and community organized this and came to us without needing to be asked makes it all the more meaningful. It has admittedly been a bit uncomfortable for us to be in such a position, but the costs have been significant, and we are not so humble to not accept the support and be eternally grateful. We are starting the process of seeking insurance reimbursements for some of the nearly $20k in medical costs that the hospital here required us to pay up front and in full, but the path is onerous and uncertain. Other costs such as travel (especially the return flights during the Olympics!), food, necessities, lost wages and inventory at our businesses, long term airport parking, international phone / communication, and a constant trickle of always accumulating little things that we never could have considered… well, we will just leave it at Thank You.

We are passing some of this time reuniting with people we have hosted in our home over the past 12 years or so of our involvement in Albion’s Sister City program. This experience has reminded us how impactful these relationships can be, and encourage anyone who has the opportunity to get involved to do so. We look forward to opening our doors and repaying some of the favor and care that we’ve received here in the near future!

Thanks again – and we will update everyone after Thursday!
Ben, Jenny, and Ann

Jenny Risner-Wade, Ann Wade, Ben Wade

Benefit Information

The Wades, a family with multi-generational roots in Albion, have poured their hearts into rebuilding our beloved town.  Their contributions, though often unnoticed, have significantly improved the quality of life in Albion.  Now, it’s our chance to show our gratitude.

5 Second Rule

You can attend this planned benefit, enjoy music, and grab dinner and drinks if you wish.  The event has some incredible items that are up for grabs, but, you have to enter. You don’t have to be present to win items, but you do have to stop by the day of the event to enter.

Who: 

Friends and Supporters of Ann, Jenny, and Ben Wade

What: 

A party to raise funds to offset emergency expenses

Where: 

Galazio of Albion 301 North Clinton Street, Albion, Michigan

When: 

Thursday, August 1st, 5:00 P.M. -10 P.M. Raffle table will be staffed from 4 PM until 9 PM

Dinner:

4:00 P.M. -9:00 P.M. Galazio kitchen and restaurant is open for business as normal

Band:

8:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. – 5-Second Rule – Come and relax and listen to the music

Drawing: 9:00 P.M.