Legally blind woman arrives home to find big surprise from Secret Santa

The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy helping Secret Santa give away $500,000 this holiday season!
We will be surprising deserving people and families every day from now until Christmas with gifts unique to their circumstances.
Lori Nelson began volunteering at Turtle & Crane Assisted Living in February. Her supervisors say she is very dedicated even though she an eye condition called Primary Cone Dystrophy.
Lori is legally blind and her eye condition worsens every year. Due to her condition, she can not drive and walks two miles every day to volunteer during the activities at Turtle & Crane. She has to use a cane to cross the street and never misses a day - regardless of the weather. Lori has become like family at Turtle & Crane. The residents love her and she brightens everyone she meets.
Lori has no family in the area and due to her disability, she can not work. She lives by herself and all of the furniture in her apartment is owned by the landlord - she owns very little. Her bed isn't hers and it is extremely uncomfortable. She has resorted to sleeping on an air mattress because it's far more comfortable.
She has one loveseat but the springs are starting to poke through and she has started to use a folding chair for guests to sit in.
Secret Santa was touched by Lori's story and sent the EastIdahoNews.com elves over to her apartment. With the help of her supervisor, we were able to get inside the unit and change everything while Lori was volunteering. Plus we surprised her with an extra gift that left her speechless. Watch the video above to see how the surprise went down!
#SecretSanta #EastIdahoNews #Christmas

[@fredhill6962]

I'm a 53 year old guy even before I start watching secret Santa I'm already crying.

[@pheenix42]

Did you ever notice--that sometimes the people who have the least in this world, are those who give the most of themselves?

[@KaylahDemi]

I watched a video on Asian Boss yesterday detailing how a grandma lives on $2 a day. They fixed up her home and donated to her $40,000USD that had been donated for her after her last time on Asian Boss. Her first words when told about the money were to the effect of "I can help so many with this money!" She had so little and yet her first thoughts and words were for others.

[@OkieDokeyThen]

Perfectly said sir :)

[@KJ-je9pm]

They truly do because they know what it feels like to have nothing.

[@ktaber317]

Also the most uncomfortable with receiving the gifts.

[@suadpolashek6400]

200%!!

[@johnjames6620]

Hats off to the lady (her supervisor) that nominated her. Great respect.

[@juliescheidler7763]

What a lovely lady, and so deserving of this sweet gift

[@ozunaspainting9329]

Amen when the world thinks people don't care!! God steps in and touches people to give to those who are in need.

[@jasmin0930]

She doesn’t realize by volunteering she is already paying it back. The help she provides is invaluable. ❤❤❤

[@50Street21]

I love Nate. He's just so genuine. And Secret Santa is a godsend.

[@edsmith3461-z7m]

Mansend

[@MOTAvatedHashtronaut]

Nate and his people have made me wish I lived somewhere wholesome as east Idaho lol

[@rayfellers]

Nate must love this part of his job. I would. My own problems fade into obscurity as I watch what so many others face daily.

[@stephenishom2898]

East Idaho News definitely chose the perfect field reporter Nate to give these special gifts to deserving people!

[@kystars]

I was just getting ready to say something like that myself. Nate is SUPERB!

[@raymondrodriguez8859]

Oh, WOW!!! What a deserving woman...literally walking so much, so far, to volunteer her time and energy... with vision issues, and she just keeps on going...health issues and she just keeps on going... A better candidate you will not find! Thanks Secret Santa!!! What a difference you've made in this woman's life!!

[@nancyforoughi5517]

I'm crying like a baby. Such a deserving lady! Love to every one from Texas!

[@chrishullrocks]

Such a lovely thing to do. I'm hoping to move to Texas soon and would love to find a way to help people

[@Claycat4]

Texas here, too, and my tears are flowing!

[@stoneshrink]

I'm not crying, it's the darn ninja onion cutters.

[@rpierce62]

I love these Santa segments. Grown hardcore dude crying like a baby. What is most appealing to me is that this crazy world is all in the media and Hollywood. Great people still adorn this land.

[@cathystanley6086]

Yep, I am balling through all of these 😭

[@NB-ky5ol]

This lady probably lives off of disability and uses her free time to volunteer religiously. She is very deserving of this!

[@jasonbates8867]

Generally I don't use profanity but absolutely f****** wonderful just the best Merry Christmas

[@markmark5269]

and to think that she has more than many others do ...

[@finallyfiguringoutlife9177]

Oh my these segments are killing me!! Just when you lose faith in the world.

[@hop529ddlft]

❤️

[@joyanna9124]

I'm with you. God Bless this wonderful lady.❤

[@mastiffpeople4868]

I have been addicted to this and have swollen eyes

[@river8760]

Finally Figuring out life so true.

[@andiNZ2020]

mastiff people bloody onions

[@johnthompson3462]

So little money - in the scheme of things - to make a decent kind person feel like a queen. This is one of the best things on you tube

[@stephenishom2898]

There are so many negative videos on KZbin and other websites. It's nice to see videos of this nature. I wish a service such as Secret Santa were available where I live.

[@AlisaDowellRadiantRefresh]

This is true ❤️

[@BassAckwards2020]

She was hungry, when she realized that was 2000 in grocery money the true breakdown happened. Prayers to this loving soul

[@godsbread7892]

Sweetest lady ever. Who the hell is giving this thumbs down you need a heart transplant

[@kellyford5903]

Wouldn’t it be GREAT to have a News Channel that reported ONLY the wonderful, terrific, caring, generous actions that millions, truly I believe MILLIONS of people do for one another every day??!!! OM G!! It would be the ONLY thing I would EVER watch!!! This was fabulous THANK YOU❣️❣️❣️

[@babyaf23]

Kelly Ford agree!

[@hippiecowgirl4231]

Kelly Ford , I agree ! I’ve been saying that for years , the media believes that bad news gets more viewers but I disagree. I think we would much rather see about all that is good in the world instead of highlighting the negative . Thank goodness for the internet

[@dougoverhoff7568]

@@hippiecowgirl4231 I 100% agree. That would be the most successful station around, GUARANTEED!

[@tiarnan76]

Absolutely...great comment Kelly - God Bless :)

[@lisaellis9749]

Yes,that would be food for the soul,

[@nancyarmisto5377]

My dad was legally blind. You'd be amazed what they can do. He was secretary for the Mt. Pleasant Sportsman's Club for 25 years. He served in the Merchant Marines during WWII. He worked as a production planner - walking from the house to the train station, and then the train station to the facility, and then did it in reverse after the day was done. Rain, sleet, snow, every workday for 42 years before he retired. I'm so happy for this woman - hope she can sleep comfortably now!

[@LizfollowsHIM]

He is the nicest reporter. Has a good heart, I can tell.

[@anitastodolak9882]

He really is! Nate is AWESOME ALONG WITH HIS CREW! GOD BLESS THEM ALL!

[@xBlackThoughts]

A 46yr old man's sitting here and cries like a little child.......

[@ashleynicole3499]

Its nothing to be ashamed of. These videos show the beauty in this world. We dont get to see it very often ❤

[@kimberlysevastyanenko3798]

It just shows you've got a heart! These are pretty tear-jerking.

[@kiwismx5]

Me too, it's a nice change to see good stories rather than the bad these days. God bless to all the secret santas out there.

[@justjoe942]

56, same.

[@markmiller3713]

It's a good thing!

[@KJ-je9pm]

She's a real hero!

[@ashiljohn]

7:12 *"I hope someday I can return....gifts like this to people who really need it"* 👌 That speaks volumes about her character. She's such a wonderful person! Thank you, Secret Santa & East idaho News. Merry Christmas 2019.

[@Excitable101]

I think she already does in her own way, she volunteers and likely is loved by those she interacts with.

[@Gigi-bl6cs]

Happy Holidays With Love From Me 2 U.......

[@ashiljohn]

@@Gigi-bl6cs Happy Holidays...

[@Gigi-bl6cs]

@@ashiljohn Thank u very much....

[@ashiljohn]

@@Gigi-bl6cs Thank *you*, for wishing a total stranger and making his day. I wish you an amazing new year ahead🖖.

[@jerryupp239]

Every State needs a SECRET SANTA

[@njames_234]

I love how genuine nate is. He isn't exploitative or anything, just delivering gifts and trying to brighten their days up. and what a lovely lady who received the gift. really happy for her :')

[@vikram0607]

Secret santa binge watch ❤❤❤

[@karenfugagnolo1897]

it amazes me that so many selfish people can dislike this. jealousy is a curse. this lovely lady deserved this gift. bless her

[@TampaJohn]

How can people dislike this? I mean, seriously!!

[@andrewdaley3081]

Maybe your arm's could persuade them to rethink the decision. Andy England 🇬🇧😉

[@AndreasEUR]

They can't stand people getting things for free..

[@TampaJohn]

Andreas Well, I’m sure that she would gladly trade places with them and be able to see. And they can be blind and get a Little bit of money. Some people really suck.

[@sven615]

fucked up people i guess

[@lisaellis9749]

@@TampaJohn People are stupid, who would begrudge a blind person anything?

[@janebryant4901]

It lifts my spirit that there is good in the world. Love from Australia

[@awkwardjacuzzi8828]

These segments really came outta no where for me but I love em all.. don’t even live in Idaho anyone else?

[@Kahluhagirl71]

New Jersey and these segments are the best! I could watch these 24/7

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

Massachusetts here! I enjoy a happy ending that actually leads to a new beginning. God bless you! Peace, Lynne 🍃💜🍃

[@dragonlover2085]

I'm watching from germany. Peace to the world 🙏

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

@@dragonlover2085 Amen. Yes, PEACE to the world. God bless you! 🍃💜🍃, Lynne

[@art3misx2so]

Ohio here, and I'm crying with the rest of you! God bless this Secret Santa!!

[@lynneleeluckdowsing6654]

Lovely, lovely woman, thoroughly deserving!

[@nevermore4971]

The simple things we take for granted.. food and a warm bed. You guys are wonderful!

[@254tom]

She already gives gifts to others with her time she volunteers at where she helps.

[@Vallentina0325]

See. This is what happens when you give of yourself selflessly!!

[@gailthomas2631]

Almost gave the poor dear lady a heart attack. She was so happy. Love from Maine

[@julianaalexander6939]

I love this. I don't have much money if I did I would help people. I can only afford to give my mother my son and two grandkids and my dog. I celebrate Christmas for two reasons the birth of our Lord birth of my son born Christmas day forty five years ago. Thank u secret Santas. May the Lord be with everyone.

[@psychedelicpsycho]

She already does soo much in her community and is paying back everyday! She deserved this! Also gooo Nate you da man!

[@briancameon1602]

I started watching East Idaho News Secret Santa last year. I live in a village in Zambia, Africa. This is a great way to ring in the Christmas season. Blessings on Secret Santa and EIN!

[@marycook1644]

Brian Cameon It is so beautiful for this Secret Santa to be so generous! Christmas blessings to you and your family from California. 🎁 🎅🏼 🦒

[@kirbycat]

Sitting in the dentists office waiting on my adult daughter, trying not to bawl out loud. Beautiful story.

[@movileone7420]

I hope that secret santa gets that back times 10

[@severusrogue259]

"Just know that there are people that care about ya."

[@carieb6396]

My goodness how my residents at the Nursing Home, they would just luv her. If I lived in Idaho I would take her wherever she needed to go. God Bless this wonderful woman. Luv from Virginia Beach, Va 🏖

[@vincentplacibe3872]

She's literally shaking for being so grateful receiving the gifts. Much love from Philippines 😍😍 Merry Christmas to ya'll.

[@daniholmes4897]

Jancent Montgomerry It’s a day late, Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

[@vincentplacibe3872]

@@daniholmes4897 thanks Dani.. Adva Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@kystars]

SECRET SANTA IS WONDERFUL, WHOEVER HE, SHE, OR THEY ARE! AND I LOVE NATE! The Secret Santa wouldn't be the same without him. He is so sincere and always knows how to respond to people. He is GREAT

[@andrewfernandes4288]

OMG. I had a lump in my throat and tears. This was a really emotional video. God bless the person funding secret Santa a million times over.

[@aridill]

Credit to the news and cameramen, true professionals. They get the moments naturally and don't spook people or move the camera while people speak.

[@alfiedomingo4118]

God bless you secret santa and Nate Eaton

[@hollishollis.6323]

I am in tears God Bless secret Santa and all who make this venture a succesd. Merry Christmas all.

[@christophercongelos5197]

JUST WHEN YOU THINK YOU NEED SOMETHING YOU SEE SOMEONE WHO NEEDS IT MORE //TIME TO PAY IT FORWARD

[@sophiecormier7031]

She deserves it. I have a good friend who is almost totally blind so it hits home for me. Nate your the perfect person for the job by the way.

[@stephenishom2898]

Nate' wife must be so proud of the excellent service he provides to the community.

[@tiggerlady6282]

I want to let you know that there is Lighthouse for the blind at Seattle, Washington. She might try to work there. To Secret Santa, it’s very nice of you providing her furnitures and gift cards for the foods as a Christmas gifts! Bless your heart!! ❤️❤️

[@ianmontgomery7213]

What a lovely lady! She already gives.

[@charlenestroh8098]

God Bless her people in need deserve nice things for doing nice things for others.

[@normaandaverdi1445]

What a blessing from God and secret santa

[@Wrexxxx]

Wow this was a good one! A very deserving lady it seems! What a kind heart.

[@erasethepavement]

I love her. What a dear... she deserves this and so much more!

[@janeokonkwo2164]

This is what the world needs today

[@Ann-kw1pn]

Every "celebrity" on earth should watch this.This woman and "Secret Santa" demonstrate what it is to be a human being.

[@naowright9308]

This makes my problems look a whole lot smaller. Let's remember to be thankful for our blessings.

[@ElwoodPDowd-nz2si]

I didn't expect them to be in her house when she opened the door. And neither did she.

[@origamigirl95]

Such a sweet lady. I'm glad they helped her. :)

[@derekwalters4980]

This is a woman who has no idea the gifts she brings to the folks she works with every day. To have someone show up, that they can count on and rely on, is worth it's weight in gold. She probably brings so much joy and happiness to others and she just has no idea because she's doing what makes her happy. What a lovely deserving person.

[@MrJking065]

Just when I think Wow such a deserving person. Nate Has another one. I am putting East Idaho On My Bucket List To Visit.

[@ginaevans3058]

Fantastic surprise! She was so appreciative. Way to go Secret Santa. That was so wonderful and thoughtful. Bless your heart! ❤❤❤

[@doje2810]

I am legally blind also and this made me cry. I’m not from your state but have subscribed to your channel because of Nate and his reporting on the Vallow case. God Bless this secret Santa. (I have watched the teacher & car video also. ) Blessings to you all

[@GregWittstockThePondGuy]

God is Good!

[@RockVocalist59]

AMEN BROTHER...AMEN!

[@MegaDeansy]

What a lovely lady, she personifies 'Good' - she deserves all of this and more !

[@lafondawilliams]

amen

[@virginiataylor5593]

This does my heart good. Thank you Secret Santa for restoring my faith in humanity.

[@oldnerdreviews]

Just consider that the majority of us take a bed for granted and don't really think much about jumping into it every night. It's a true blessing and this lady showed us just how much of one.

[@exdoode]

He's got a very nice voice...

[@jenniferjusten7253]

The look on Nates face near the end is everything!😭❤❤🎁🎄 This is my favorite story. I'm watching from Minnesota and I have seen over 70 Secret Santa stories now and this one story just touches my heart like no other. She is a sweet lady and so grateful.

[@terriblemook]

Found this gentleman, randomly, and am now addicted to finding more episodes from every year he has done this. Genuine and uplifting…Nate has really brought the Christmas spirit into my house. Keep it up, you’re appreciated here in the Boston area👍

[@sammyjo8109]

I hear ya! I have been binging on episodes and crying like a baby.

[@kristiwilkerson8947]

This woman deserves this so much!

[@JosePerez-pj1qb]

MAN I WISH I HAD THIS GUYS JOB , I BET HE LOVES IT

[@alexander.chance]

This is like the best show on KZbin too bad they don't share like they do all those pranks videos or games... please do more of these every year watch.. I love them

[@nikhilsukumar23]

This lady is an angel I can see it her mannerisms so grateful and humble. These are the real angels we always forget. We always forget.

[@panicxitsxbrea]

i've been there, had a broken mattress that was making my chronic pain worse and not a single hope of being able to replace it, and man when you finally get a new one it's like getting your life back. i'm so happy for this sweet, sweet lady

[@dahmars_Hrangchal]

Who ever secret Santa 🎅 is... God ( Jesus) bless him/ her abundantly........

[@bonitawauls6274]

She is more active than I am. Puts me to shame. What a wonderful Secret Santa. Thank you, Santa. God bless you so much!

[@alabamatrixie7379]

I would love to shake the hand of secret santa

[@DaddyBear3000]

She’s shaking like a leaf bless her. What a wonderful thing to be able to do. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏼

[@annetteslife]

We need more secret santas in this world. So very sweet

[@coltsfan69]

How Nate, never cries during these surprises, is amazing

[@oofoot]

Sitting here binge watching all of these love this stuff

[@chockycake1]

Arthur proudfoot same here and sobbing through them all

[@melissaupton2097]

Me, too! Each story is so deserving and so AWESOME!

[@stephypooh5214]

I love Nate!!! He makes this so much sweeter . He’s so loving

[@kerrycalderon6973]

i am so happy for her, i'm totally blind, good job guys.

[@kathleensmalltowngirl8357]

What a beautiful lady! Angels walk among us!

[@brunchmunchies]

These videos are so motivating, I just want to be rich so I can do this kinda of stuff for people! Lol

[@tiranosaurio2565]

LOOONG AND HEALTHY LIFE TO SECRET SANTA....ANGEL IN OUR LAND

[@kkensh]

She's such a good hearted women ♥️

[@iangrassby]

crying... im not crying someone is peeling onions....

[@nyomisweeney4431]

All of these are so touching and beautiful. It's always amazing to see the good in the world is still here and bright!

[@Twangtown7]

Yo, this guy is the perfect guy for this job.

[@nikkishears6402]

This is just a beautiful thing to do for someone who needs it. Well done, secret Santa. God bless you.

[@RebeccaLynnMusic]

Beautiful. Good one, Secret Santa 🎅🏿. I felt that! Thank you to those who volunteer. You're heroes.

[@theresabollman8061]

So happy that God blessed such a wonderful & kind woman. I hope she gets another miracle and her vision is restored 100%

[@calliemcinvaille6326]

So sad no family😢😢😢❤❤❤

[@bhumphries1360]

She really deserves this. What a sweet, kind woman! Thank you to the folks who do this!

[@andrewgage6942]

I always end up blubbing when I watch these videos, Nate is brilliant too, and Secret Santa, whoever you are, you're an inspiration to the human race, if I had money to spare, I'd love to be able to do the same for my fellow human beings, thank you for your generosity

[@driver8M3]

This is probably the greatest news series I've ever seen.

[@bbsteele671]

Please someone reach out to her and help with transportation!!! She deserves it and honestly these days it's to dangerous. If I lived there I would in a heart beat.

[@sweetpea_socal.]

These videos are so JOYOUS! I wish I had the means to be a Secret Santa. These recipient's stories are so memorable & deserving!

[@snippetsordinarylife]

Bless Secret Santa and all involved for all the joy they spread in the world.

[@stevescott7794]

This is by far one of the best, most deserving, most heartwarming Secret Santa gifts of all! Good for you Secret Santa!

[@vickykeener9430]

God bless this woman the secret Santa helpers and secret Santa such a truly heart warming story