Christmas in July: Santa’s Helpers Deliver Cheer
- Even during the sweltering summer months, the spirit of Christmas thrives in Franklin, Tennessee, thanks to Harry Petty, a professional Santa Claus.
- Candy McNeese,Home Health Clinical Manager for AccentCare,discovered Petty's unique vocation a few summers ago.
- Petty, a graduate of the International University of Santa Claus, has portrayed St.
in Franklin, Tennessee, the magic of Christmas endures year-round, thanks to Harry Petty, a professional santa Claus, and his home health care team at AccentCare. This heartwarming story unveils how AccentCare ensures Santa stays on the “Nice List,” enabling him to spread cheer even during summer’s heat. Candy McNeese, AccentCare’s Home health Clinical Manager, plays a crucial role in supporting Petty, a graduate of the International University of Santa Claus, as he fulfills his mission to bring joy. Discover how AccentCare surprised Petty with a special gift. From parades to children’s hospitals, read how Petty is working to regain his signature jolliness. news Directory 3 is proud to share this uplifting news. Discover what’s next for Santa and his AccentCare family.
Santa Claus Spreads christmas Cheer in Tennessee Summer with AccentCare
Even during the sweltering summer months, the spirit of Christmas thrives in Franklin, Tennessee, thanks to Harry Petty, a professional Santa Claus. AccentCare’s Home health team ensures Petty, who embodies the jolly icon year-round, remains in top form.
Candy McNeese,Home Health Clinical Manager for AccentCare,discovered Petty’s unique vocation a few summers ago. While visiting a patient, she noticed a Corvette with the license plate ”Ask Claus.” This led her to a house transformed into a Christmas wonderland, where she met Petty, who prefers to be called Santa.
Petty, a graduate of the International University of Santa Claus, has portrayed St. Nick for years, including appearances in the Tennessee governor’s parade and various galas. He needed AccentCare’s help to regain his signature jolliness.
McNeese said Petty told her his primary goal was to resume his role as Santa. AccentCare has provided intermittent care for Petty, and his caregivers always enjoy working with him.
Last December, Petty visited the AccentCare office, bringing holiday cheer and posing for photos. The team surprised him with a carving of Santa Claus, a gift that moved him to tears.
While Petty hasn’t yet returned to the holiday parade, he recently achieved a significant therapy goal: visiting a Nashville-area children’s hospital in his Santa suit. The smiles he brought to the children reaffirmed his purpose. His AccentCare caregivers consider him part of their family.
What’s next
Petty continues his therapy with AccentCare, aiming to resume all his Santa Claus activities, including the annual holiday parade, bringing joy to even more people.