Rita came to the western slope to visit family living in the area. She has been battling an advanced cancer in her digestive tract, but she was determined to visit family. The day after her arrival, she had a severe reaction to her last treatment and ended up in the hospital. After several days with [...]
Mercy Flights
Samaritan Aviation’s Mercy Flights serve the southwestern region of the United States. These non-emergency flights give patients who cannot otherwise travel via car or commercial flight carrier the opportunity to visit medical specialists. We also have the privilege of taking people home to loved ones and friends when they are discharged from hospital care.
Often our Mercy Flight recipients become life-long friends and supporters!
“Our mercy flight was provided to us when we were unable to get to treatment due to road conditions and lack of energy to drive!” ~Kristi W. “The day after learning our insurance would not cover the transport I learned about Samaritan Aviation. I could only think: God is good! He was showing me to trust in him and his plan; and he was showing me his love through others.” ~Natalie B. (Baby Dean’s Mom)Update: Jack (2/17/12 Flight)
February 28 2012
Great News! Jack was out of the hospital on Day 5 following his liver transplant! Of course, people don’t recover from organ transplants overnight, but Jack is well on his way to renewed health. The medial staff is already commenting on Jack’s resilience. Thanks again for trusting Samaritan Aviation to fly you, Jack and Georgia. [...]
Update: Susan (10/31/11 Flight)
February 27 2012
We heard from Susan’s daughter, Karie, today. Sadly, Susan passed away in December. Karie told us a great story, though. She said Susan and William spent a lot of time camping in and around Blue Mesa. Samaritan One flew right over Blue Mesa and both Susan and William came back from their trip in awe [...]
Jack and Georgia
February 17 2012
Before today even happened Jack contacted Samaritan Aviation and asked if we would be able to fly him if/when a call came with news that a much-needed liver was available for transplant. After some discussion, we decided Samaritan One could do the job…and we began to wait with Jack. When the call came, Jack, Georgia [...]
Susan and William
November 01 2011
While she’s smiling and upbeat in this photo, Susan, who needed to see a specialist in Denver, had her reservations about getting into Samaritan One when she first saw it. A few days before their flight, Susan and William stopped by our offices to check everything out. Despite thinking the plane was very small, Susan [...]
Loren’s Mercy Flight Video
September 26 2011
On September 24th, 2011 the Community of Hope, Samaritan’s Annual Benefit Dinner, debuted Loren’s Mercy Flight. This video showcases just ONE of the flights we’ve flown. Special thanks to Loren and family who were kind enough to let us film during the flight as well as interview them at home! Also, thanks to the volunteer [...]
Jonathan’s 3rd Flight
September 09 2011
Today was Jonathan’s 3rd (and hopefully last) flight with Samaritan Aviation. The look on his face says it all. Jonathan has been cleared to receive a milder treatment that can be administered in a town close to home. He will be able to live at home with dad, mom and little brother and make a [...]
Jonathan’s 2nd Flight
August 23 2011
Jonathan’s Family Today’s flight started on the western slope with Jonathan’s dad, Jason, and Jonathan’s little brother seeing Jonathan and mom, Shelly, off at the airport. As you can see, it was perfect flying weather! Jonathan & mom, Shelly, with co-pilot, Terry The flight went well…so well that there was extra time to make one [...]
Welcome, Jonathan!
July 25 2011
Today we got to meet (and fly) our first 3rd Generation Mercy Flight friend, Jonathan. You see, Jonathan was at Brent’s Place in Denver with his mom, Shelly, where he made friends with Wyatt T. (July 1st, 2011). Wyatt and his mom, Heather, told Jonathan about us. Wyatt is a 2nd Generation Mercy Flight friend [...]
Loren W’s 3rd Flight
July 20 2011
Loren’s third Mercy Flight with Samaritan Aviation was exciting not only because of summer weather patterns but also because we got to film this flight to and from Denver in order to create a Mercy Flight Video. Help Support Today Your Donation today will directly benefit the people we serve everyday. Your Name(required) Phone Number [...]
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