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Chicago area girl with severe illness has wish for her own hot tub granted

Wish for hot tub granted for Chicago area girl with critical illness
Wish for hot tub granted for Chicago area girl with critical illness 00:28

CHICAGO (CBS) -- A west suburban girl with a critical illness got a wish granted Tuesday.

The girl, 13-year-old Amelia, lives with multiple medical conditions—including a life-threatening disorder of the nervous system that causes multiple and concurrent seizures.

On Tuesday, volunteers from the Make-A-Wish Foundation joined Amelia's family, friends, and schoolmates to present her with her very own hot tub.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation says Amelia is a resilient and funny girl who loves splashing around in water—especially hot water. Now, she can be a mermaid in her new hot tub—and make lasting memories with family and friends.

The hot tub came thanks to donations and support from partners—including Marquis Spa and The Great Escape, the foundation said.

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