For Louisville native William “Bill” Laird, helping veterans is a labor of love. The former Marine (1970-74) and current Commander of the American Legion in Shepherdsville knows how difficult it is to readjust to civilian life after service in the military. “The military does … [Read more...] about Helping Veterans Adjust
Meaningful Work
Cut Out The Constant Busyness – Embrace The Power Of Restoration
“Taking time to rest and restore is important because we cannot help others unless we are in a good position to help,” says retired surgeon Wayne B. Tuckson, MD. And Wayne knows a lot about what it means to restore. A Washington, D.C. native, Wayne moved to Louisville in … [Read more...] about Cut Out The Constant Busyness – Embrace The Power Of Restoration
Spreading Critter Love
A love of “kids and critters” motivates Louisville Zoo volunteer docent Diana Grammer in her work. After growing up in Illinois, Diana attended Sullivan College and married a Louisville native, making this area her home for more than five decades. A few years after retiring from … [Read more...] about Spreading Critter Love
Ask More From A Hired Caregiver
What do you think your loved one would benefit from? A few exercises? A daily walk? A midmorning smoothie? A shower? It can be impossible for you to provide these types of things every day, but these are things that hired caregivers can do. Asking your hired caregiver to … [Read more...] about Ask More From A Hired Caregiver
Finding Purpose On The Forest Trail
A shared love of nature and education drew Kat Panther and Leslie Senn to their volunteer roles at Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. Both are volunteer naturalists in their 70s who lead guided hikes, host staff discovery stations, and help connect visitors to nature through a … [Read more...] about Finding Purpose On The Forest Trail