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Carrying Around Kindness

July 8, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Small, everyday acts of kindness don’t feel small when they are truly needed. Kim Holsclaw of Blessings in a Backpack knows this firsthand: “Being kind has life-changing effects on other people,” she says.  Born in Pikeville, Kentucky, Kim is the proud daughter of a coal … [Read more...] about Carrying Around Kindness

Filed Under: Featured, Passions, People, Positive Mental Thinking, Read Magazine, Volunteering

Tech To Pay It Forward

June 30, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Giving back to your community is one of the most rewarding things you can do, not only for those around you, but for your own heart and happiness. With these digital tools, you can easily find ways to stay connected, involved, and inspired.  VolunteerMatch: … [Read more...] about Tech To Pay It Forward

Filed Under: Caregiver Resources, Caregiver Solutions, Featured, Passions, People, Positive Mental Thinking, Read Magazine, Technology, Volunteering

Traveling To Give Back

June 27, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Many of us already have a mission when we travel: relaxation, visiting family, experiencing new cultures. But there are also travel opportunities in which the mission of the trip isn’t to please ourselves but to help others in need. While many mission trips are based on Christian … [Read more...] about Traveling To Give Back

Filed Under: Featured, Meaningful Work, Passions, People, Travel and Daytrips, Volunteering

Meet The Animal Advocate

June 20, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Karen Koenig first volunteered for the Kentucky Humane Society 22 years ago. Today she serves as vice president of animal welfare, leading the society’s mission of championing companion animals and the people who love them.  Karen and her team are working to create … [Read more...] about Meet The Animal Advocate

Filed Under: Featured, Meaningful Work, Passions, People, Volunteering

Sharing The Gift Of Reading

June 17, 2025 · Leave a Comment

You may have seen Little Free Libraries dotting neighborhoods throughout the city. These colorfully decorated, tiny houses on stilts are filled with books, making the joy of reading more accessible for everyone in our community. Started in 2009 by Todd Bol of Hudson, … [Read more...] about Sharing The Gift Of Reading

Filed Under: Featured, Home and Books, Meaningful Work, Passions, People, Volunteering

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“We can take a lot from Satchel Paige’s attitu “We can take a lot from Satchel Paige’s attitude: ‘Age is a question of mind over matter,’ he would say. ‘If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.’” Read more from Bob Mueller about the lessons we can learn from sports heroes about our view of aging.
When you or a loved one needs to navigate life in When you or a loved one needs to navigate life in a wheelchair or scooter, it can be a challenge to find places to go that are truly accessible, with adequate parking, accessible restrooms, and a navigable interior. Members of the disability advocacy organization Gathering Strength put together a list of fun outings around Louisville for people who use a wheelchair. ⁠
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Kindness isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s as essential as food, water, and sleep. Giving it and receiving it is like breathing in and out. ⁠
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This issue is packed with stories to inspire kindness in your life:⁠
✨ Meet people making a difference for kids in our community.⁠
🍪 Discover ways to share — from tasty treats to your creativity and home.⁠
🌱 Find inspiration in giving, whether it’s plants from your garden or support for your own mind.⁠
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Throw someone a lifeline of kindness today—and remember to show it to yourself too. 💕⁠
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Whether you are working, retired, or caring for so Whether you are working, retired, or caring for someone, finding an outlet for creative expression can be a great way to focus on what is important to you, connect on a deeper level with loved ones, and find a sense of peace from the chaos. Consider these tools as a source of your inspiration at the link in our bio.⁠
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Small spaces can still bring maximum function and Small spaces can still bring maximum function and beauty: Check out how professional organizer Kentuckiana Professional Organizer arranged the kitchen of this client’s 1,200-square-foot home in Mount Washington. (You won’t believe how good a ‘junk drawer’ can look!) ⁠
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Visiting a loved one—whether in person or virtua Visiting a loved one—whether in person or virtually—can brighten their day, especially when you come prepared with thoughtful questions and engaging activities. Learn how to make your visits more meaningful in Part 3 of the "Building Good Moments" series at the link in our bio.⁠
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Engage your senses and immerse yourself in nature Engage your senses and immerse yourself in nature this season. Here are some ideas to bring nature closer in your yard and even inside your home.⁠
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Her fitness routine helps her get nine solid hours Her fitness routine helps her get nine solid hours of sleep a night! At age 61, Lynn Knepshield of Baptist Health/Milestone Wellness Center is a fitness inspiration. Read more about how she got started and how she stays so active at the link in our bio.⁠
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For many of us, decluttering can be an emotional e For many of us, decluttering can be an emotional experience. It’s not always easy to part with possessions we have an emotional connection to, making a real clean-out challenging.⁠
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The answer is... yes, no, and sometimes, maybe. Ca The answer is... yes, no, and sometimes, maybe. Caregiving expert and educator Karen Stobbe unpacks this question and covers what you need to consider at the link in our bio.⁠
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In our rush for newer, quicker, better, we seem to In our rush for newer, quicker, better, we seem to be missing out on what we fundamentally crave: a calmer, gentler, sweeter and more grace-filled life. Is it easy to achieve such a life? Definitely not. Is it possible? Absolutely, positively, certainly, yes. Follow the link to read this month's article from Bishop Bob Mueller.⁠
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Most of us know there are sometimes beautiful mome Most of us know there are sometimes beautiful moments in the midst of bad days or horrible weeks. But how can we capture them? How do we keep the bad, the boring, and the disappointments from overtaking the good? Here are two strategies that can help you find positivity and purpose in each day of caregiving. {link in bio}⁠
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After being a church pastor for many years, George After being a church pastor for many years, George Ross is now focusing on creating a community for those over age 55. George shows kindness daily by delivering treats, making music, sending texts (“I can cover a lot of ground with texts”), and just being available to “do for one what I wish I could do for all.” Read more about how he keeps the kindness flowing at the link in our bio.
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