Georgia teen uses Make-A-Wish to give instruments to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta patients

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – An Augusta area teen is using her wish to give back to other patients at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

Three years ago, Taylor Brown needed a bone marrow transplant. Through the ups and downs of treatment and recovery, Brown said she found herself looking forward to visits from her music therapist, Laura. With Laura’s help, music became more than just a distraction for Taylor. It became a journey of healing and inspiration.

With Make-A-Wish Georgia’s help, Brown will donate new musical instruments to Arthur M. Blank Hospital, which is set to open on September 29, 2024.

Make-A-Wish Georgia representatives said the nonprofit’s mission is to create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. They said research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight their illness.

At a press announcement on Tuesday, Brown said she recognized how important music was for her while receiving treatments and hopes this will help others.

“I give all of my thanks to the music therapy program for existing and Make-A-Wish for caring about me and carrying out my wish for me. I want more kids who might be in the hospital for even longer than I was will be able to benefit from the instruments I give, and the accessories to give,” Brown said.

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