Podcasts about Meals on Wheels

Tonight, I'm excited to introduce you to some young difference makers who prove you're never too young to change someone's life. Joining me are Lennon Curtis, Irie Blade, and Camryn Curtis as they share the story behind Cousins for a Cause, a special effort that also included Miles Curtis, Mia, Lily, and Holly. Together, these cousins hosted a lemonade stand to benefit Meals on Wheels and the seniors it serves throughout the Shoals community. What started as a simple idea became an opportunity to teach children about compassion, generosity, and serving others. Even more inspiring, they're hoping the effort doesn't stop with them. Through their “Pass the Pitcher” challenge, they're encouraging other families, neighborhoods, teams, and organizations to host their own fundraisers and continue spreading kindness. I hope you'll join us for this encouraging conversation about small hands, big hearts, and the difference one family can make when they decide to serve others. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

On this Make a Difference Minute, I have Lennon and Camryn Curtis, along with Irie Blade, as they share how a simple lemonade stand became an opportunity to help seniors in their community. Through Cousins for a Cause, the cousins came together to raise money for Meals on Wheels. Everyone had a role, from making lemonade and creating signs to pouring drinks, greeting customers, and explaining where every dollar would go. While they were a little nervous when the first customers arrived, that quickly turned into excitement as the very first donation was $20. Throughout the day, they were surprised not only by how many people stopped by, but by the generosity of those who gave more than the cost of a cup of lemonade. Now, these young difference-makers hope their effort inspires other families, neighborhoods, schools, churches, businesses, and community groups to pass the pitcher by creating their own lemonade stands to support causes that matter. Sometimes making a difference begins with something as simple as a pitcher of lemonade, willing hearts, & a community that cares. This MADM is brought to you by Premier Structures, Inc., proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on July 14, 2026, was highlighted by a controversial budget reconsideration for public safety, a significant land-use decision in Rio Linda, and various community presentations and administrative approvals.   Budget Reconsideration: Sheriff's POP Team The most contentious item involved the reconsideration of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget specifically to address the Sheriff's Problem Oriented Policing (POP) team. Restoration of Funding: Following a 3-2 vote (with Supervisors Serna and Kennedy dissenting), the Board moved to restore approximately $3 million for the POP team by reducing the county's General Fund contingency. Public Debate: Business owners and community members strongly supported the restoration, arguing the POP team provides vital proactive crime prevention and addresses quality-of-life issues like illegal fireworks and encampments. Conversely, social service advocates and community organizers opposed the move, arguing that the budget should prioritize the "social safety net"—including foster youth services and mental health—rather than "bloated" law enforcement budgets. Procedural Context: The Board emphasized that a broader discussion on the final budget, including the potential restoration of other cut programs like Birth and BEYOND, will occur during the September budget revision.
 Planning and Land Use: Chandra Commons The Board held a public hearing regarding the Chandra Commons Apartments in Rio Linda, focusing on a request to remove 2007 zoning conditions that required the site to be developed as "for-sale" units (condominiums). Developer's Argument: The applicant argued that for-sale units are no longer financially feasible due to high construction costs and a lack of market comparables in the area. Community Opposition: Numerous residents opposed the shift to rental apartments, citing concerns over high density, increased traffic on Dry Creek Road, potential property value decreases, and environmental contaminants from the site's former use as a wrecking yard. Decision: Despite Supervisor Rodriguez's motion to deny the request to protect homeownership opportunities, the Board voted 3-1 to support the staff recommendation, effectively removing the "for-sale" requirement and allowing the developer to proceed with market-rate rentals. Consent Calendar and Administrative Highlights Election Certification: During public comments on the consent calendar, several residents questioned election integrity and non-citizen voting. The Registrar of Voters clarified that all registrations are vetted through a statewide database that confirms citizenship via DMV and Social Security records before information ever reaches the county level.
 Impact Fee Offset Program: A proposal to expand this program for affordable housing was continued to July 28 to allow for the participation of the full Board, as Supervisors Rodriguez and Hume expressed concerns about using General Fund dollars to subsidize private developers during a deficit. Airport Improvements: The Board approved architectural amendments for the Sacramento International Airport, leading to a discussion on finding "efficiencies of scale" by seeking volume discounts for major equipment maintenance, such as chillers, across all county facilities. Mental Health: The Board approved the expansion of school-based mental health programs to 35 additional school sites. Public Hearings and Departmental Reports One-Year Action Plan (HUD): Staff presented the 2027 plan for federal entitlement funding (CDBG/HOME), which estimates $6.55 million for projects focusing on ADA park improvements, pedestrian safety (e.g., safe routes to schools), and senior services like Meals on Wheels. Sacramento Welcome Home: The Department of Child, Family and Adult Services (DCFAS) provided its quarterly report on temporary foster youth stays, noting a stabilization in operations and zero staff injuries this quarter due to enhanced training and a proactive partnership with the Sheriff's Department. Service Assessments: The Board approved annual service charges for Zone 3 mobility programs and Landscape Maintenance District Zone 4, despite a "no" vote from Supervisor Rodriguez regarding the use of road funds to supplement the landscape district's budget gap. Community Recognitions The meeting included a presentation for Parks and Recreation Month, highlighting a new $25 summer annual pass for families. The Board also recognized Probation Supervision Week, with staff and supervisors sharing stories of the department's positive impact on rehabilitation and community safety.   The meeting was adjourned at 6:14 p.m.

Today we talk to Jon Eriquezzo, a long-time nonprofit leader, who as president and CEO of Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County, is working to bring meals to those in need and foster connections and reduce social isolation across NH. For more information about Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County, click here.

This episode is all over the place in the best way. We get into the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding, the nationwide Cyclospora diarrhea outbreak (you're welcome), Bryan Johnson's autoimmune gastritis diagnosis, the Tyler Robinson trial, Wimbledon influencer backlash, and the insane story of a student who had to land a plane after the pilot jumped out mid-flight.Then we get to the main event: The Great Influencer Reassignment. After watching one too many painfully self-important influencer videos, I officially become America's career counselor and assign influencers jobs that actually serve other people. From airport wheelchair assistants to Meals on Wheels volunteers, 911 dispatchers, search and rescue teams, air traffic controllers, and more, we're finding careers this country could actually use, while still letting them film content if they absolutely must share their new career online.Plus, neighborhood drama, my birthday recap, World Cup updates, and a rant about shopping at Target. Thanks for listening and supporting the show! Enjoy! :) REVIEW THE SHOW ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ https://open.spotify.com/show/4ijzUBunTIHgVmahB0ISEN BECOME A PATRON! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/tjms⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ KEEP IN TOUCH!INSTAGRAM »⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinemonroe/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TIKTOK » jacqueline.monroe EMAIL THE SHOW!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ tjmsshow@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MY MUSIC GUY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://soundcloud.com/robmonmusic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this episode of the Future Learners podcast, Brett Campbell and Ellen Brown tackle the question underneath almost every parent’s worry right now: how do I prepare my child for a world that is changing faster than the one I grew up in? The short answer is that preparing children for the real world is less about facts and figures and more about the skills a curriculum alone rarely teaches, and homeschooling gives families the time and space to build them. Brett and Ellen walk through six real-world skills the Euka program is built to develop: financial literacy and entrepreneurship, independent thinking, self-awareness and reflection, hands-on real-world experiences, connecting learning to the world around them, and responsibility and self-management. Along the way they share practical, do-it-today ideas any parent can use, from letting a five-year-old scan the groceries to understand money, to a nightly gratitude check-in, to the simple “this or that” trick that helps a child feel ownership over their own choices. Want to have a positive impact on thousands of families like you? Leave us an audio question or share your homeschooling journey — anonymously if you like. Real questions from real families help us bring more value to every episode.  Send us a message We're listening Send us your voice message Up to two minutes. Speak in your own words Your name Email ● Tap the red dot to start Re-record Download I'm happy for Euka to keep this recording and to share it (or part of it) on the Future Learners Podcast. See our privacy policy. Yes, let me know when new episodes drop. Fresh conversations every week — unsubscribe any time. Send to the Future Learners team Thanks — we've got it. Brett, Ellen and the team will give it a listen. Keep an ear out — we'll let you know if your message features in an upcoming episode. Key Points The six real-world skills covered Financial literacy and entrepreneurship, Grade 7 and 8 business studies where students run their own small business, building into a practical Grade 9 and 10 financial literacy program covering budgets, tax, and how money actually works. Developing independent thinkers, lessons written directly to the student, plenty of hands-on activities, and a “why this lesson matters” section so children see the relevance before they start. Building self-awareness and reflection, a reflection section at the end of every lesson, achievement certificates, and an upload space so students can look back on what they have made with pride. Creating space for real-world experiences, volunteering, work experience, and the everyday curiosity that the slower pace of homeschooling makes room for. Connecting learning to the real world, teaching children to weigh opposing views, question a single source, and stay curious about the world around them. Developing responsibility and self-management, age-appropriate ownership, from doing their own washing to organising their own weekly timetable. Practical ideas any parent can use today Let young children scan a few grocery items to learn how money and barcodes work. Give a small daily reward tied to completed lessons so children learn the value of earning something. Run a nightly gratitude check-in, and lead by sharing your own first. Use “this or that” choices so a child feels ownership over their decisions. Why preparing children for the real world starts outside the curriculum The starting point Ellen and Brett keep returning to is that the world today’s students are entering is not one where memorising facts is the thing that makes them successful. It is about how they think, not just what they think. “The world that our students are going into isn’t a world where facts and figures and things like that are going to be the thing that they need to take with them to become successful in their future. So it’s about looking outside of the curriculum.”— Ellen Brown, co-founder and Head of Education, Euka Brett frames the urgency around change. As the world moves into an AI-infused future, he argues families will see more change in the next three years than many have seen in decades. That can feel daunting for a parent, but he is clear it is an opportunity, not a doomsday, and the job is to prepare children to think and adapt rather than simply to remember. Financial literacy and entrepreneurship The first skill starts in Grade 7 and 8 business studies. Rather than only learning how a business works in theory, Euka students start their own small business and look at a different part of running it each week, from marketing one week to budgets the next. Ellen shared a real example from a parent she spoke to recently, whose Grade 7 daughter runs a ragdoll cat breeding program from home and applies what she learns in her business subject directly to it. Brett is careful to say this is not about turning every child into a business owner. It is about the lessons entrepreneurship teaches, whether that is a lemonade stand or simply understanding how commerce works. His everyday example is letting his five-year-old scan a few items at the shops to learn how money and barcodes work, and where the food on the plate actually comes from. “When you pay, you pay attention.”— Brett Campbell, CEO and co-founder, Euka That principle carries into the Grade 9 and 10 financial literacy program, which covers the practical money knowledge many of us wish we had been taught: what tax is, what happens when you buy a car, and how to build and stick to a budget. “It’s that real practical financial literacy that, I guess we all take for granted, and then of course when you’re a young person you’ve got no idea.”— Ellen Brown Developing independent thinkers The second skill is built into the way Euka lessons are written. From the foundation program, lessons are written directly to the student, even before they can read, so the child feels ownership over their learning rather than being talked at through a textbook. Two other design choices support this. Plenty of hands-on, practical activities give children room to try things with their hands and develop their thinking without a boundary around it. And a “why this lesson matters” section in the introduction helps a student see the value of what they are about to learn before they start. Brett connects this to a bigger idea: children who have everything done for them can end up unprepared for adult life. He shares the memory of a friend whose parents did everything for him, and who struggled with the basics of running a household when he finally moved out. “Anything that your child can do, you should probably get them to try it and do it and practice it.”— Brett Campbell His caution to parents is that giving a child everything, without any ownership attached, can quietly build entitlement. The more useful question is not what you can give them, but whether they understand and are prepared for the real world. Building self-awareness and reflection The third skill is one Brett describes under the umbrella of emotional intelligence: helping a child first understand how they feel, and then learn to regulate it. Ellen points to the practical tools inside the Euka program. Every lesson ends with a reflection section where the student picks an icon for how they felt, happy, frustrated, bored, and that small habit helps them notice patterns and act on them. “It’s about getting them to think of themselves as learners and reflect on their learning experience and improve it, because that’s the kind of thing they’ll take on into the workforce.”— Ellen Brown There is also an upload space after practical activities, so a student can look back on a diorama or poster they built and feel genuine pride in it, plus achievement certificates each term. The slower pace of homeschooling, Ellen notes, is what gives families the time to reflect together in the first place. Brett’s at-home version is a nightly gratitude check-in with his daughter. The key, he says, is to lead by sharing your own first rather than forcing gratitude, because that models the behaviour instead of demanding it. Creating space for real-world experiences The fourth skill is about the experiences that time makes room for. For Ellen, this was one of the biggest draws of homeschooling, and her family did Meals on Wheels together when her children were little. “What the kids got out of that was seeing where people live, how much just spending a few minutes talking to somebody can mean to someone.”— Ellen Brown She contrasts the packed after-school schedule of soccer, dance, homework and bed with the breathing room homeschooling can offer, room for volunteering, work experience, or a child simply pulling things apart to see how they work. Brett’s thread is that real-world experiences quickly show a child where their real interests and abilities lie. He wanted to be a professional athlete growing up, but experiencing it taught him the gap between natural ability and the work required to break through. “Putting yourself in real world experiences quickly shines a spotlight on where your areas of opportunity lie.”— Brett Campbell His encouragement to parents is to pay close attention to what their children are drawn to, even a video game, and ask why they love it, because there are usually clues in it worth pulling a thread on. Connecting learning to the real world The fifth skill builds on the first two. Brett describes how, as children grow into independent and critical thinkers, they start to question a single source of information rather than accepting it at face value. His practical tool is teaching children to look at the “steel man” of the opposing view, so they learn there is usually more than one side, and that beliefs can and should change when new evidence appears. “Being able to be fluid and not rigid and dogmatic on your thinking is a very, very important skill to bring into the big wide world.”— Brett Campbell Ellen’s example is meeting her first homeschooled teenager, who had a strong sense of self and an awareness of local issues that surprised her. She sees homeschooling as an opportunity to live in the real world rather than being cocooned from it, so young people grow up engaged with what is going on around them. Developing responsibility and self-management The sixth skill is responsibility, and Ellen’s view is that children often love the ownership it gives them. Her kids have done their own washing since they could press a button, and by their teenage years that responsibility was simply part of who they were. “If the worst thing is you can’t find some clean knickers, then you’ve learned that lesson the hard way and you’ll work that one out.”— Ellen Brown That same principle extends into managing their own weekly timetable when homeschooling, and reflecting on what did and did not get done. Brett’s practical trick for younger children is “this or that”: offering two choices rather than an instruction, so the child feels ownership over the decision. “She’s not being told what to do. She’s now making the choice herself, which feels like she’s got this ownership over it and it’s her decision.”— Brett Campbell Answered Questions Real questions Australian parents ask about preparing their children for life beyond the curriculum. What life skills does homeschooling teach that a standard curriculum might miss? + Brett and Ellen focus on six: financial literacy and entrepreneurship, independent thinking, self-awareness and reflection, real-world experiences, connecting learning to the world around them, and responsibility and self-management. Their argument is that these skills, more than facts and figures, are what prepare a child to think and adapt in a fast-changing world. How does Euka teach financial literacy and entrepreneurship? + In Grade 7 and 8, students take business studies and start their own small business, looking at a different part of running it each week. This builds into a Grade 9 and 10 financial literacy program covering practical money knowledge like budgets, tax, and what happens when you buy a car. How can I teach my young child about money at home? + Brett’s suggestion is to let them scan a few items at the shops so they learn how money and barcodes work, and where things come from. He also gives his daughter a small daily reward tied to completed lessons, so she learns the value of earning something rather than being given everything. “When you pay, you pay attention.”— Brett Campbell How does Euka help children become independent thinkers? + Lessons are written directly to the student, even before they can read, so the child feels ownership over their learning. Plenty of hands-on activities and a “why this lesson matters” section help children see the relevance of what they are learning before they start. What is a simple way to build self-awareness in my child? + Every Euka lesson ends with a reflection section where the student picks how they felt, which helps them notice patterns over time. At home, Brett suggests a nightly gratitude check-in, and leading by sharing your own gratitude first rather than forcing it. How does homeschooling create space for real-world experiences? + The slower pace of homeschooling gives families time for volunteering, work experience, and following a child’s curiosity, experiences that a packed after-school schedule can crowd out. Both hosts see these experiences as one of the fastest ways for a child to discover where their real interests and strengths lie. Why This Episode Matters Preparing a child for the real world is not mainly about how much they can memorise. In a world changing as quickly as this one, the skills that matter are how a child thinks, reflects, and takes responsibility, and those are exactly the skills a curriculum alone rarely has time to build. Homeschooling gives families the time and space to build them deliberately, from financial literacy and independent thinking through to real-world experience and self-management. And most of it starts with small, everyday moments any parent can create. Your Family, Your Journey Choosing to homeschool for your senior year is a genuinely viable option with Euka Future Learning. The assessed university pathway can guarantee you entry into over 100 universities across 18 countries without the requirement of an ATAR. For those students not seeking to go to Uni, our assessment-free path can be a breath of fresh air. Students still receive their Grade 12 certificate, but have the freedom and stress-free environment to learn in. New to homeschooling? 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Ann sits down with Tom Hill and Roger Schmidt (event organizers) and Estrellita J. Doolin (CEO of Meals on Wheels Waco) to discuss "Wild Game Dinner", an annual evening of good food, community fellowship and a live performance by country musician Pat Green. Features musical performances by Mark McCallister.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Clare community services provider that suffered a break-in last week says staff are "devastated" by the incident which they've branded as "unfair". Obair on the Ennis Road in Newmarket-on-Fergus was burgled in the early hours of last Wednesday morning, with the perpetrators absconding with approximately €600 in cash. The service operates a Meals on Wheels service which caters to over 300 people five days a week, while the building also contains a creche, an afterschool and post-primary programme, remote working hubs, a youth café and an environmental section. Siobhan Griffin, who works for Obair, says the burglary is particularly upsetting in the context of the positive work the organisation does in the community.

Brenda Burns from the Newport Senior Center & Sullivan County Meals On Wheels program is here with Tiffany Eddy with Revo Casino as we talk about the partnership between Meals on Wheels and Revo from now until 7/9/26, what to expect at Revo, this is not all the funding Meals on Wheels need, and lots more.

The All Local for Tuesday, June 30th, 2026

From Sullivan County Meals on Wheels /  Newport Senior Center, Brenda Burns is here with Kim from Best Of Times Travel as we talk about the travel opportunities that are happening at the Senior Center, with day trips and get-a-ways.  We talk about how the trips work, what are available, raising money for the programs and more.

View this sermon (with video and/or audio recording) on our website: https://www.lordoflords.org/sermons/funeral-sermon-for-doris-miller-faithful-unto-death/Watch this sermon directly on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VdyEzsPZwIIn Jesus Christ's Revelation to Saint John, Jesus is speaking in chapters 2 and 3 to the seven churches in Asia Minor. In verses 8 through 11 of chapter 2, Jesus is speaking directly to the church in Smyrna. He says, "I know your suffering and your poverty―but you are rich. And I know the blasphemy that comes from those who say they are Jews but are not; rather, they are a synagogue of Satan."Smyrna was one of the finest seaports in the Roman world. Smyrna had exclusive rights to export myrrh, which was a valuable spice. Smyrna is named after myrrh. This is like the valuable spice in Star Wars with Han Solo's Kessel Run.Jesus noticed that the Christians in Smyrna were enduring a great deal of persecution or pressure. There was an ancient torture where a victim was laid on his back while a series of weights were laid on his chest. The three weights on the chest of the church of Smyrna were poverty, blasphemy, and persecution.It was a poor church -- a sitting duck for the afflictions Satan wanted to pour out on its members. Yet Jesus commends them. Despite their monetary poverty, because they held on to their faith in Jesus Christ, they were eternally rich.The angel at Jesus' open tomb tells the women, "Do not be afraid! I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here. He has risen, just as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay" (Matthew 28:5-6). The resurrected Christ later tells the women, "Do not be afraid. Go, tell my brothers that they should go to Galilee, and there they will see me" (Matthew 28:10). The ascended Lord Jesus tells the Christians in Smyrna, "Do not fear anything that you are about to suffer. Look, the Devil is about to throw some of you into prison so that you will be tested, and you will suffer for ten days. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life" (Revelation 2:10).The force of the verbs in Greek is "Stop being afraid." Stop being afraid -- not just once -- but always. Stop being afraid, because there is no one and nothing that can defeat you, overwhelm you, or take you out of the nail-scarred hands of your Good Shepherd. St. Paul gives this encouragement to the Christians in Rome, "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor rulers, neither things present nor things to come, nor powerful forces, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord" (Romans 8:38-39).Jesus gives the goal for every Christian to be faithful in enduring whatever pressures he may allow Satan to set on our chests. Jesus desires Christians who are willing to suffer for him. Then they will receive the crown of eternal life. The crown is given to God's saints as they enter the glories of heaven. Jesus Christ is victorious as he sits on his higher throne, wearing his golden crown and robed in glory. Jesus -- our King, Savior, and Shepherd -- gifts his faithful saints with a crown as they gather around his golden throne for all eternity.Our faithful God gave physical life to Doris on October 6, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He then gave the gift of spiritual life through water and the Word when Doris was baptized at St. Lucas Lutheran Church in Milwaukee on October 14, 1933. Doris attended Sunday School and Catechism classes at St. Lucas during her childhood years. On May 25, 1947, she made her vows of faithfulness to her faithful God in her confirmation at St. Lucas. Doris was asked similar questions as these at her confirmation, "Do you intend to continue steadfast in this teaching and to endure all things, even death, rather than fall away from it? Do you intend faithfully to conform all your life to the teachings of God's Word, to be faithful in the use of the Word and Sacrament, and in faith and action remain true to God---Father, Son, and Holy Spirit---as long as you live?" The response to both questions is, "I do, and I ask God to help me."Doris chose Revelation 2:10 as her confirmation verse. "Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life." By God's grace and the working of the Holy Spirit, Doris took her confirmation vow seriously. It was a vow of life and death. Doris made another vow of faithfulness to Bob and the Lord on December 6, 1952, at St. Lucas. By God's grace, Bob and Doris remained faithful in marriage for 58 years, until God called Bob to receive his crown of life in 2011. God blessed Bob and Doris' marriage with seven children.You can witness Doris' faithfulness in her various vocations as wife, mother, and employee. In Milwaukee, Doris was employed as an office worker. When she lived in Casper, she served as a medical records clerk, she volunteered as an office worker for the Casper Police Department, and volunteered for Meals on Wheels. She was always busy packing lunches, doing (I'm assuming lots of) laundry, cooking meals, cleaning the house, and cleaning up after seven children. It was a challenge to get seven children to church, but they always made it.Doris was a good cook. She made peanut butter sandwiches served with chocolate milk. She made excellent potato pancakes. She even made tater tots taste good! She would get up early to ask how her kids were doing before they started the early shift at work. She made sure her children made it to doctor or dentist or ophthalmologist appointments. She volunteered to help with crafts at the St. Lucas Girls Club -- but not in her kids' classes -- to the chagrin of her children, who heard from other students, "Your mom is so nice!" She would play the organ in the family room, often taking requests. "Hernando's Hideaway" was the most popular request of her children. It seems that Star Wars theme music became popular with her grandchildren.Bob served in the U.S. Air Force. While Bob was stationed in Tripoli, Libya, Africa, he, Doris, and the first of their two children lived in an apartment building. During the day when Bob was at the airbase, an Arab man knocked on the apartment door. Doris opened the door, and the Arab man began insisting that he babysit the two daughters. The man continued to insist, trying to work his way inside the apartment, while Doris kept telling him to leave. This had no effect. So, she reached grabbed the shotgun on the wall, that was there for emergencies and pointed it at him. The Arab screamed and ran down the hallway. He never returned. I wonder why. Doris was faithful in protecting her family ... with a shotgun, if necessary.The family has great stories to tell. I encourage you to ask them to go more in-depth later in the fellowship hall. The beautiful part of a Christian funeral is that God is able to mix laughter and joy with our grief and tears.When Bob and Doris moved to Casper in 1981, Lord of Lords was small and only had a handful of members. You can imagine that those members were excited to see the Miller clan in church because they doubled the size of the congregation! Ruthie volunteered her mom to Pastor Russow to play the piano for worship. She played for a long time, until her fingers didn't cooperate. Doris made many of the banners that beautify our sanctuary. These were ways that the Lord of the Church used Doris and her vow of faithfulness to the Lord for his kingdom work.The members here miss Doris making coffee for them in the coffee pot every Sunday morning. When Doris became homebound, I took on that task of making coffee. That lasted two weeks ... until I was banned from making coffee. You can also ask me later to tell you the story of that misadventure.As faithful as Doris was in her vocations as a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, employee, organist, and church member, she did not do it on her own. Because of her inborn sin passed on to her from her parents Edward and Emilie, and because of her actual sins, Doris could not be faithful. None of us can be faithful for the same reasons. Not to our spouse or our children or our employers ... and especially not to our God. By his grace, God both calls us to be faithful and gives us the sanctified ability to be faithful. All through the faithfulness of his Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus makes us faithful.Jesus knows from experience about the pressures on his chest. The pressures of being born into a world that did not want him -- where the king of the country tried to murder him as an infant. The pressures of the Devil's 40-day desert temptations. The pressures of his hometown neighbors attempting to throw him off a cliff. The pressures of the Jewish religious leaders opposing everything Jesus claimed about himself. The pressures of the gates of hell being opened, so the demons possessed so many people. The pressures of one of his closest friends betraying him, another denying him, and the rest deserting him.Jesus was perfectly faithful in worship to his heavenly Father, faithful in respect to his earthly parents, faithful in his protection of life, faithful in his sanctity of marriage, and faithful in the way he never coveted a home, a meal, or even a pillow, since he didn't own any of those things. Why did he do this? Because he knew that Doris, and we as Doris' family and friends would not and could not be faithful. We don't always worship the Lord -- we skip worship if the weather is too nasty or too nice. We disrespect our parents and are frustrated with our children. We don't protect the lives of the most helpless among us. We are not faithful before marriage or during marriage. We have been given so much, yet we still covet more.Jesus was faithful, so he could give his faithfulness to cover our unfaithfulness. Jesus was perfect to cover our imperfections. Jesus was holy to cover our unholiness and then make us holy. More than that, Jesus went to the cross to pay for all our unfaithfulness.For every cowardly act on our part, Jesus stood strong against the temptations of Satan. Every time we put him last on the weekend, he made our salvation his singular thought on the cross. Every time we are afraid to be forsaken by friends or family because of our faith in Jesus, he endured being forsaken by his heavenly Father. He was crowned with thorns so that we might receive a crown of glory. He walked the streets of sorrow so that we might walk streets paved with gold. He endured an eternity of hell on the cross so that we might spend an eternity in heaven with him in Jerusalem the Golden. He was covered with blood so that we might be covered with his robes of righteousness.Today we celebrate that by God's grace, through his Word, Baptism, and Lord's Supper, Doris remained faithful to the Lord. On May 7, she entered the gates of heaven. Jesus was there to say, "Well done, good and faithful servant." Then Jesus put a white robe and a golden crown on his new heavenly saint. Now the encouragement for you is to follow Doris' example as your mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Remember, remain faithful to the Lord unto death. Not because of the vow you make before God's altar in church, but because of the vow Christ made to you on the altar of his cross. He is the One who is speaking in Revelation 2:10. He makes his promise to you: "Do not fear anything that you are about to suffer. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life." Amen.

In this episode of the Dover Download podcast, Deputy City Manager Christopher Parker chats with Katy Cordova-Brooks, executive director of the Strafford Nutrition and Meals on Wheels program, continuing the series spotlighting nonprofits that strengthen Dover. The program delivers hot lunchtime meals to seniors and adults with disabilities across Strafford County, helping people remain independent at home and easing the burden on families who can't be present during the workday. Deliveries run Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with an extra meal sent on Tuesday to cover Wednesday, and drivers double as wellness checks, reporting any concerning changes. Headquartered in Somersworth with sites in Dover and Rochester, the organization runs 17 routes serving urban and rural communities alike. State contracts cover only 60 to 70 percent of costs, so the group fundraises and never charges clients, though donations are welcome. Cordova-Brooks, who relocated from Las Vegas about a year and a half ago, described menus that vary for variety while following loose patterns, low-sodium meals with some modifications, and nutritional education built into state contracts. Drivers are paid employees because they use their own vehicles, while volunteers assist at sites and with congregate dining, which emphasizes social connection and combating loneliness for those 60 and older. Client retention is high. She urged listeners to set aside the misconception that meals should be reserved for someone in greater need, stressing that both nourishment and human connection matter. Learn more or donate at straffordmealsonwheels.org.In This Week in Dover History, we hear about Dover caterer Roscoe Simpson, who in 1923 was in high demand for his celebrated clambakes and shore dinners across the region — from MIT graduates at the Rollins estate to events in Exeter, Haverhill and Rye — a thriving business he would later expand with the Simpson Pavilion in Madbury.

Volunteers are being sought for a popular meals on wheels service expanding into North Clare. Obair has announced that its Inagh route is being extended into Ennistymon in response to demand. Established in Newmarket-on-Fergus over 20 years ago, the Obair Meals on Wheels service also has bases in Kilrush and Lisdoonvarna, and is planning to move into East Clare this summer. Service Coordinator with Obair, Eimear Murphy, says the more volunteers they have on their roster, the better the service can function.

Join LaTangela as she chats with Tasha Clark-Amar, CEO EBR Council On Aging chats on the #tanline The East Baton Rouge Council on Aging has been serving seniors in our parish since 1973. 1,502,085 total meals served annually (congregate and Meals on Wheels) 41,394 Lotus Rides - transportation trips provided 27,889 units of Information & Assistance delivered to seniors in need 28,519 units of Material Aid distributed (Medical supplies, fans, heaters, walkers, canes, incontinent supplies, and more). 22 Senior Center locations serving seniors across the parish A fleet of 14 transit buses serving an average of 168 daily rides Over $14 million in total annual funding leveraged to serve our community. The EBRCOA provides hot meals, transportation, health screenings, social activities, insurance counseling and more. Watch full episode HERE www.EBRCOA.org Chime in: www.LaTangela.com RADIO - WEMX- Baton Rouge, La. Mon-Fri 10a.m.-3p.m.CST KTCX - Beaumont, Tx. Mon-Fri 3-8 CST KMEZ - New Orleans, La. Mon-Fri 7p.m. - mid WEMX Sundays 6a.m. KSMB Sundays 6a.m .WWO - YouTube - #LaTangelaFay Podcast - ALL digital platforms - #iTunes #Spotify #WEMX www.LaTangela.com www.TanTune.com www.TanCares.org Special Thank You - Gordon McKernan Injury Attorney - Official Partner #GordonGives #TanCares #225BulletinBoard TanTune #POOF Power Over Obstacles Forever GT Legacy Auto The Fiery Crab Hair Queen Beauty Super CenterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How cuts to Meals on Wheels could impact thousands of Kentucky seniors, Congressman James Comer's House Oversight Committee questions former Attorney General Pam Bondi about the Epstein case behind closed doors, and a man convicted of killing the daughter of a former state lawmaker is sentenced.

Meeting the Needs of Delaware County's Growing Older Adult Population with SourcePointWe talk with Fara Waugh. Chief Executive Officer, LISW-S, CEO of SourcePoint, to explore how Delaware County, Ohio, is innovating to meet the needs of its rapidly growing population of older adults.As the county's senior population doubles, SourcePoint stands out by offering a broad spectrum of services—from in-home care and Meals on Wheels to robust community programs and resource navigation—ensuring older adults remain independent, connected, and thriving.With funding structures, caregiver challenges, and the digital divide in focus, this episode looks at the everyday issues facing seniors, the critical importance of local support, and what the future holds for aging in the community.If you like this episode, please let us know. We appreciate the feed back, and your support of offset costs of producing the podcast!Here's What You'll Learn in This Episode:Delaware County's Unique Growth - Find out why Delaware County stands out as its population 65+ has doubled since 2010—and what that means for community services.SourcePoint's Spectrum of Services - From Meals on Wheels and transportation to arts classes and caregiver support, get the inside scoop on how SourcePoint helps older adults live life to the fullest.The Realities of Caregiving - Hear honest stories about caregiver challenges, the “crisis point,” and why having the right information early can make all the difference.How Funding Shapes Services - Learn how federal, state, and most importantly, local levy dollars keep programs like SourcePoint running—and what happens when that funding is at risk.Bridging the Digital Divide - Discover how technology—and the lack thereof—affects independence, social connection, and access to services for older adults.1. What services does SourcePoint offer for older adults in Delaware County?SourcePoint provides a wide range of services for older adults including in-home care (such as Meals on Wheels, personal care, homemaking, and medical transportation), community programs like fitness and wellness classes, caregiver support, creative arts, educational workshops, and Medicare guidance.2. How is SourcePoint funded?SourcePoint is primarily funded through a local property tax levy in Delaware County, which makes up 75% to 80% of its overall funding. Additional support comes from federal and state funds, grants, donations, service fees, and volunteer support.3. Who can use SourcePoint's services?Services are targeted to adults aged 55 and older in Delaware County, as well as their caregivers. Many programs begin with a needs assessment to create a personalized care plan and connect individuals or families with appropriate resources.4. How can I contact SourcePoint for help or information?You can call SourcePoint, visit their website, or drop in to connect with community resource navigators for guidance and support related to aging services.5. Are there opportunities to volunteer or work with SourcePoint?Yes. SourcePoint relies on dedicated volunteers, especially for programs like Meals on Wheels, and offers opportunities for community members to get involved, starting as volunteers or interns and sometimes leading to employment.We would love to hear from you.Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message.Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com.Find us on Bluesky and Facebook.Please review our podcast on Google!And of course, everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way.Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/Copyright 2026 Carol Ventresca and Brett JohnsonFull transcript & key moments from "SourcePoint":https://app.castmagic.io/share/Z99mtFMG7l17gNjyMentioned in this episode:Listener DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed by the experts interviewed on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or any affiliated organizations. The information provided in these interviews is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for specific advice or information related to their individual circumstances. The podcast host and producers do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided by the experts interviewed. Listener discretion is advised.

On this segment, host Todd VanDyke talks with Jessica Mills from Copper Shore Meals on Wheels about their expansion since the passage of the Houghton County Senior Nutrition millage.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation. Copyright © 2026, ListenUpRadio, Houghton, MI.

In this episode of Voices in Leadership, host Melissa Andrews, president and CEO of LeadingAge Virginia, talks with Laura Lamb and Megan Bradford of Episcopal Retirement Services (ERS) about the organization's evolution and its growing commitment to serving older adults across the full economic continuum. The conversation explores ERS's 75-year history, its expansion from a single retirement community to a multi-state organization with life plan communities, affordable living campuses, and community-based programs including Meals on Wheels and memory support services.Laura and Megan also discuss ERS's focus on serving the “middle market” — older adults who have too many resources to qualify for affordable housing but not enough to access traditional life plan communities. They explain how personal family experiences helped shape the initiative and outline ERS's approach, including no entrance fees, service coordination instead of heavy staffing models, and pricing designed to remain attainable for middle-income older adults. The episode also highlights ERS's servant leadership culture, emphasis on internal growth and promotions, the importance of strategic partnerships, and why providers should stop simply “musing” about middle market solutions and start testing new models in their own communities.Voices in Leadership is produced by Association Briefings.

Joan Greene, 84, trained to be a teacher but found her true calling as a social worker and innovative advocate for older adults. In New York State, she helped create programs from the ground up—from nutrition services and Meals on Wheels to case management and family support. When her accomplished daughter was diagnosed with severe mental illness, Joan's work took on new urgency and personal meaning. In this conversation, she reflects on key turning points in aging, gerontology, and mental health care, while urging our culture to recognize mental health as an essential part of overall health. Joan calls for greater advocacy, research, and access to providers for older adults and families alike. Stay to the end to hear how knitting has become an unexpected source of connection, creativity, and advocacy.Connect with JoanEmail: greeneward@yahoo.comThanking our Sponsor, Plymouth Place, LaGrange Park, IL. As innovators in inspired living, Plymouth Place caters to vibrant and changing lifestyles…with resort-like amenities, fabulous cuisine, and beautiful residences including The Arboretum Villas – their new community for adults 62 plus. Learn how they make each day exemplary at PlymouthPlace.org or call (708) 859-7152.Shining the Light on Age-Wise Collective, a group of women podcasters championing pro-aging voices. This week we highlight Beverley Glazer, a transition coach and strategic thinking partner whose podcast—Aging with Purpose and Passion—showcases the raw, empowering stories of high-achieving women who have navigated the most extreme life transitions with unshakeable resilience. https://www.agingwithpurposeandpassion.com

Host Will Rasmussen talks with Zackary Schmidt and Pam Davis from the Salmon Senior Center and Meals on Wheels about the Spring Musical Fundraiser.  Next in the studio are Courtnee Bowen, Lexa Leonoud and Michelle Moodie for the Lenox Strong Foundation, promoting the 3rd annual Color run.

[DONATE TO NMCAA] In this episode of The Collective Us, hosts Ryan Buck and Erica Austin celebrate Community Action Month and explore the many ways impacts communities across Northern Michigan. The conversation highlights stories of perseverance, collaboration, volunteerism, and the collective effort required to support individuals and families working toward greater stability and independence. The episode begins with a recap of the annual Moomer's for Meals fundraiser benefiting Meals on Wheels and Older Americans Month. Ryan and Erica thank sponsors, supporters, and community partners who help ensure seniors throughout the region continue receiving nutritious meals, connection, and support that allow them to age independently in their homes. Listeners then hear from Kerry Baughman, Executive Director of , and Tish Stave, Housing & Energy Efficiency Director, about the meaning and mission behind Community Action Month. Kerry reflects on the 60-year history of Community Action and shares a snapshot of NMCAA's impact in March 2026 alone, including:1,487 food boxes deliveredNearly 4,500 volunteer hours completed1,400 tax returns preparedMore than 1,000 families served through early childhood educationHousing, financial stability, and senior nutrition services provided across the regionEmployment opportunities and support for local businesses and contractors Tish discusses how NMCAA's work extends beyond individual assistance to strengthening entire communities through partnerships, housing rehabilitation, weatherization, energy efficiency projects, and economic investment. She also shares stories connected to the agency's Community Impact Award received through the “My Hope” program, which helped families make critical home repairs and improve safety, dignity, and comfort in their homes. The hosts also discuss how Community Action agencies across the country align around the “Community Action Promise,” a shared mission focused on reducing poverty, strengthening communities, and helping people achieve self-sufficiency. Kerry explains the importance of leadership development through the Certified Community Action Professional (CAP) program and encourages staff and future leaders to pursue opportunities for continued learning and advocacy. Additional segments celebrate employee milestones, staff kudos, and volunteer recognition leading up to Michigan Community Action Legislative Day in Lansing. The episode highlights powerful stories from individuals whose lives were changed through NMCAA services, including Larry, a former homeless client who became a homeowner through Community Action support, and Chuck Corwin, a dedicated volunteer and board member recognized for his service to Northern Michigan communities. The episode closes with reminders about Early Head Start enrollment, Meals on Wheels donations, and a fun discussion about this year's “Big Scoop” ice cream collaboration, before Ryan and Erica reflect on the importance of gratitude, partnership, and community connection in the work NMCAA does every day.

Reporter, Sheila Naughton visits Bud's Meals on Wheels in Kerry to understand the struggles Meals on Wheels providers are currently experiencing.

Join host Lee Henrikson and her guest, Marlene Munsell, with Wasilla Area Seniors as they discuss WASI and the Meals on Wheels program.

Host Will Rasmussen first talks with Pam Davis from Meals on Wheels about an upcoming dinner event.  Then the Penalty Box is on with baseball coaches and boys, Chimerie with rodeo info, and Fred Snook all the other sports activity around the area.  

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On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined on the show by Obair Service Coordinator, Eimear Murphy. Based in Newmarket-On-Fergus, Obair provide a meals on wheels service to older people in Clare. Eimear spoke to Alan about the challenges they are facing with the service during the ongoing fuel protests. Photo (c) Obair

[DONATE to NMCAA] This episode highlights the impact and community support behind the Meals on Wheels program through the Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency. The program serves seniors and homebound individuals by delivering nutritious meals along with wellness checks, social interaction, and emotional support—often the only daily contact some clients receive. Meals are carefully planned with dietitians to meet federal nutrition guidelines, accommodate health conditions (like diabetes), and reflect client preferences. The emphasis is on meals being both healthy and enjoyable, recognizing that “food is medicine” but must also be appealing to be effective. Beyond food, the program provides a “360-degree” service—ensuring safety, reducing isolation, and fostering dignity for seniors. It relies heavily on community partnerships, volunteers, and funding, with only about 30% coming from government sources and the rest raised locally. A major fundraising effort, “Moomers for Meals,” brings the community together through a family-friendly ice cream event, sponsorships, and campaigns to support the program's growing financial needs amid rising costs and uncertain funding. Overall, the episode emphasizes that Meals on Wheels is more than food—it's connection, care, and community, ensuring seniors can remain healthy, independent, and supported.

Let's eat the headlines: Xander from ‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer' has passed away at 54. Shirley Maclaine went out to eat in Malibu. Enya lives in a castle with several cats. Bill Cosby is ordered to pay $19M to another victim. Vinnie's got good news! A meals on wheels driver is being proclaimed a hero. The rhino has new hope! Can we please keep throwing croissants?

Hour 1: Let's eat the headlines: Xander from ‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer' has passed away at 54. Shirley Maclaine went out to eat in Malibu. Enya lives in a castle with several cats. Bill Cosby is ordered to pay $19M to another victim. Vinnie's got good news! A meals on wheels driver is being proclaimed a hero. The rhino has new hope! Can we please keep throwing croissants? Hour 2: Email us! SarahandVinnie@audacy.com. The Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary celebration is tonight on Disney+! Bob will be tuning in. Megan Maroney is a huge fan and is getting in on the celebration. A Bachelorette contestant reportedly asked Taylor Frankie Paul about her domestic violence charges, and she freaked out. Jessi Draper's husband filed a restraining order against her - Bob is calling BS. Let's talk about beef because it's National Cheesesteak Day. Disneyland says feral cats aren't so bad. Was Michael B Jordan paid to go to In-N-Out after his Oscar win? The ideal fast food meal requires 4 stops. Hour 3: Sarah's old friend Village is in the studio! Meanwhile, Sarah is frothing for Ryan Gosling's curling cardigan. The final season of ‘Hacks' is premiering in April. The Duggers are still in the news. Opening Day for the San Francisco Giants is tomorrow! Enjoy the weather or catch it LIVE on Netflix. Alphabet's Wing is about to start drone delivery. What does Alabama have against confetti? Sarah's throwing out her Magic 8 Ball. Hour 4: What does Moby have against L-o-l-a Lola? Ella Langley has beaten a very specific Taylor Swift record. TLC and Salt-N-Pepa are going on tour together! BTS's long awaited new album is here, and it's a hit. The most streamed K-Pop album of all time. Ariana Grande's most recent album just went Double Platinum. Don't forget to go see ‘Project Hail Mary' before Bob's Movie Club on April 2nd! Long distance couples have a new toy to play with. What happens to unsold Girl Scout cookies?

Zack East fills in for Ken today live from Biggby Coffee in St. Joe, joined by Sarah Spoonholtz from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, and Linda Tinsley from Meals on Wheels of Southwestern Michigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of HI Now Daily, we're finding out how this small business' greenery-inspired art can help transform interior spaces while also connecting us with the outdoors! Next, we're learning how to make your breakfasts healthy with Hawaiʻi Meals on Wheels!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Clare organisation which delivers meals to homes across the county is hopeful a funding boost will mitigate its soaring food costs. After first floating the measure in Budget 2026, the Government has announced a €2 million increase in the HSE funding allocation for Meals on Wheels organisations nationwide. Obair in Newmarket-on-Fergus brings meals to roughly 300 service users each day and has 12 vans traversing the length and breadth of the county. Eimear Murphy, who works with Obair, says it's getting more difficult to cover food bills.

Meals on Wheels should take over responsibility for the entire Hot School Meals programme nationally, rather than continuing to rely on different suppliers across the country. That's the call from Michael Collins Leader of Independent Ireland Party & TD for Cork South West. Michael explained why to Anton this morning.

Host Craig Larsen talks with Pam Davis from Meals on Wheels about fund raising for Meals on Wheels and also how to sign up for meals.

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we're joined by Ashley Menard, Executive Director of the Montgomery County Free Clinic, and Judy Pfledderer, Secretary of the Free Clinic Board, to discuss the impact of Meals on Wheels in our community. We talk about the history of the program, how meals are prepared and delivered, who is eligible, and how the program ensures no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Mayor Todd Barton also shares his experience delivering meals and why Meals on Wheels is so important to quality of life in Crawfordsville. We also highlight volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved. Learn more or sign up for Meals on Wheels: www.mcfreeclinic.org/mealsonwheels Montgomery County Free Clinic: 765-362-3244 Contact Ashley Menard: ashley.menard@mcfreeclinic.org  Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville To ask questions or submit podcast topic ideas, email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov .

Jennifer Steele from Meals on Wheels San Francisco joins Murph & Markus to discuss how they have been supporting older adults since 1970 by delivering nutritious meals, safety checks, and essential services that help seniors live independently with dignity in their own homes. Through daily meals, human connection, and supportive programs, they reduce isolation and health risks while ensuring homebound seniors get the care and respect they deserve. Tune in each week on KNBR as we spotlight incredible individuals and organisations making a difference in the Bay Area with the Forever Young Foundation Hero of the Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the All Local morning update for December 24, 2025.

In this episode, I'm opening up about something incredibly close to my heart: the power of service and how it has shaped my life through both joy and unimaginable loss. I share my early experiences volunteering with Meals on Wheels, the years I spent serving in Haiti with Haitian Roots, and the profound shift that happened after losing my 14-year-old son, Gage. In the middle of grief, I watched his friends search for comfort and it became clear that we needed to help them channel their pain into purpose. That moment became the beginning of the Gage Schroeder Compassion Foundation. You'll hear how we created a compassion-based curriculum for teens and elementary students, started Compassion Clubs across the country, and awarded nearly $80,000 in scholarships over the past eight years. I also talk about rebuilding after divorce, moving back to Utah, and how serving alongside kids continues to bring healing, purpose, and connection into my life.   Resources: The Meeting Place Membership Rock The Reels 1:1 Coaching Free Client Welcome Guide Additional Trainings and Resources Connect with Brittni: Follow me on the Gram - @brittni.schroeder Join my Facebook Group  Visit my website Subscribe to my Youtube You can find the complete show notes here: https://brittnischroeder.com/podcast/finding-healing-through-service  

Send us a textThe moment you step through the door for a holiday visit, everything feels different: expired food in the fridge, untouched meds, slippery steps, and a parent who seems a little more confused than the last FaceTime. That's the recognition moment countless families experience in December—and the exact point where a responsive, empathetic home care agency can make all the difference.We dive into a practical playbook for meeting families where they are right now. You'll hear how to craft clear, seasonal messaging that mirrors what adult children see—bath avoidance, mobility issues, unpaid bills, loneliness—and offer one simple next step: a same-day safety assessment. We walk through a high-converting email cadence for early December, Christmas week, and post-New Year; social and search strategies that reach ages 45–65; and print leave-behinds designed for referral partners who want tools, not pitches. You'll also get our winter home safety checklist approach, plus ideas to get you in the home quickly and respectfully.Beyond marketing, we share community moves that build genuine goodwill and long-term referrals: cookie decorating events with activity directors, elf-style deliveries with small gifts, reading classic holiday stories, partnering with Meals on Wheels, and sponsoring residents who don't have family. We also outline concrete ways to support current clients through the season—decorating safely, gift shopping, post office runs, worship transport, wellness checks, and caregiver-led connections with distant relatives—so care feels personal and present.If you're ready to turn December's urgency into compassionate action, this guide gives you the words, the assets, and the timing to show up fast and do real good. Subscribe for more timely strategies, share this episode with a colleague who needs new holiday ideas, and leave a quick review to help us reach more agencies ready to serve.Continuum Mastery Circle IntroVisit our website at https://asnhomecaremarketing.comGet Your 11 Free Home Care Marketing Guides: https://bit.ly/homecarerev

This week we're privileged to talk with designer Amie Corbin of Lola Crow Cross Stitch. The show is sponsored by the Embroiderer's Guild of America at egausa.org. Amie has sewn clothes and stitched all of her life. Her first full-time venture was making costumes for a belly-dance troupe. The pandemic changed things and she shifted to cross-stitch design and has rapidly built up a large and fascinating catalog of designs. In the conversation, we learn how that all happened and what's behind her many creative charts. Her latest design, “A Very Bigfoot Christmas” is a set of three ornaments. Through the end of November 2025, stitchers can get the charts by making a minimum $10 contribution to Meals on Wheels. All of the details are at the Lola Crow website.—Cindy and Gary Listen to the podcast: Watch the video You can listen by using the player above or you can subscribe to Fiber Talk through iTunes, Amazon Music, Spotify, Audible, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Podbay, and Podbean. To receive e-mail notification of new podcasts, provide your name and e-mail address below. We do not sell/share e-mail addresses. Here are some links: EGA website website Lola Crow website Lola Crow on Instagram Lola Crow on Facebook We hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Amie Corbin. We’re always looking for guests, so let me know if there is someone you’d like me to have on the show.–Gary To add yourself to our mailing list and be notified whenever we post a new podcast, provide your name and email address below. You won’t get spam and we won’t share your address.

Born into family committed to public service, Dan Driehaus has been civically involved since birth. He continues to serve his community on Wyoming City Council, in addition to non-profit boards, public boards and through his own children's activities and schools. ​Dan earned his B.A. in Public Administration from Miami University in 1994. Following graduation, Dan served as the Volunteer Coordinator of the Joel Hyatt for Senate Campaign, based in Cleveland, Ohio. Following the campaign, Dan began his insurance career at Cincinnati Insurance Company, where he served as a commercial underwriter. As an insurance agent, from 1998 to 2012, Dan built a client list consisting of public entities, school systems, civic organizations, commercial accounts, non-profit entities & personal lines accounts. Since 2012, Dan has started his own firm, Driehaus Insurance Group. The insurance agency profession lends itself to community involvement. Dan enjoys serving with community members on several boards & civic organizations.​From 2014 to 2019, Dan served on the Cincinnati Planning Commission, eventually serving as Board Chair. During his tenure, Dan presided over 142 Planning Commission meetings, approved 23 updated community plans and hundreds of development projects, including Cincinnati Children's Hospital Expansion, the Anthem Walnut Hills Mixed-Use Development, Uptown Gateway Project and much more - as envisioned by residents and planning professionals.​From 2013 to 2018, Dan served on the board of Cincinnatus. From 2013 to present, Dan has served on the board, and eventually chaired, the Cincinnati Area Senior Services. Dan is also proud to serve as the Immediate Past Board Chair for Meals on Wheels of Southwest Ohio & Northern Kentucky, a Board Member of the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA), the Chair of the Cincinnati Fire Museum, Chair of the Cincinnati Junior Rowing Club, and is a member of the Leadership Cincinnati Class 45.​As a member of Wyoming City Council, Dan serves on the Planning Commission, the Community Improvement Corporation, and is Wyoming's representative on the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana Regional Council of Governments.

 “What if the secret to a better morning isn't just the coffee you drink, but the stories you share?” In this lively episode of The JB and Sandy Show, JB, Sandy, and Trisha dive into the rituals, revelations, and unexpected adventures that shape their lives. From the surprising rise of mold-free coffee and its impact on JB's health, to the camaraderie of college football fans raising $176,000 for a rival team's barber in need, this episode is packed with heartwarming moments and laugh-out-loud banter.Key Moments & Themes:Coffee Reinvented: JB shares his journey from giving up coffee due to stomach issues to discovering “Danger Coffee,” a mold-free, smoother brew recommended by Trisha. “Life without coffee is not worth living,” JB admits, capturing the passion and nostalgia behind morning routines.[1]Community Kindness: Sandy highlights the generosity of BYU fans supporting Texas Tech's barber, reminding listeners of the power of sports to unite and uplift.[1]Austin's Food Scene: The crew explores Michelin-rated barbecue at Leroy and Lewis, sharing the thrill (and frustration) of chasing the city's best brisket.[1]Giving Back: Trisha introduces Tito's “Turkey Rot”—a spoof race supporting Meals on Wheels, blending humor with heartfelt charity.[1]Car Culture & Curiosity: From classic VW buses to the mysterious world of Tesla RoboTaxis and AI-powered cemetery drives, JB and Sandy spark curiosity about technology's role in everyday life. “Is Elon screwing with you?” Sandy jokes, as the team debates the eerie avatars Teslas display in cemeteries.Memorable Quotes:“Sometimes I go to sleep at night excited because I know when I wake up I get to drink coffee.”“If it's fake, it is so well done. It is so eerie.”“Do us a solid and copy and paste the link to this episode and send it to a friend or two.”[1] Call-to-Action Love what you hear? Subscribe to The JB and Sandy Show, leave a review, and share this episode with friends who need a dose of inspiration, laughter, and local flavor. Your support keeps the stories coming!

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Kiki Said So and Medinah Monroe are back in the studio catching up on everything from dating guilt to setting boundaries with moms, lovers, and LinkedIn connects. This episode is peak grown woman era — reflective, funny, and real.The ladies talk about embracing the freedom of dating multiple people without shame, learning when to speak up (even to family), and why being “too nice” might just be messing up your love life.You'll also hear about Medinah's Meals on Wheels volunteer birthday, her gala honor, and her new Lover Girl Retreat in Thailand — plus Kiki's new collab, her take on the “Winter Arc” trend, and why LinkedIn just became her new favorite social app.They close it out with reflections on reading more, healing from burnout, and what it means to stay authentic when life gets messy.Cocktail of the Week: Unruly — just champagne, because we're celebrating making it through another week.

From bipartisan cooperation to prayerful gratitude, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joins Drew Collins to reflect on joy, wisdom, and love of enemy in a divided nation—offering a vision of public service grounded in the way of Jesus.“Jesus defied expectations—he welcomed the stranger, he fed the hungry, he loved his enemies.”Together they discuss the role of faith in public life amid deep division. Reflecting on Jesus's call to love our enemies and the Apostle Paul's exhortation to “rejoice always,” she describes how Scripture, prayer, and gratitude sustain her work in the U.S. Senate.From bipartisan collaboration to the challenges of resisting an authoritarian executive branch, Gillibrand speaks candidly about the challenges of embodying gentleness and compassion in politics, consistently seeking spiritual solidarity with colleagues across the aisle. Drawing on Philippians 4, she testifies to the peace of God that transcends understanding, revealing a vision of political life animated by faith, courage, and joy—all in the spirit of hope, humility, and the enduring call to love in public service.Episode Highlights“Faith is the greatest gift you could have. It grounds me; it reminds me why I'm here and what my life is supposed to be about.”“We can disagree about public policy, but we don't have to be in disagreement as people.”“Jesus defied expectations—he welcomed the stranger, he fed the hungry, he loved his enemies.”“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again, rejoice… let your gentleness be evident to all.”“I pray for wisdom every day. Scripture tells us if you ask for it, you will receive it—and boy do I need it.”About Kirsten GillibrandKirsten Gillibrand is the U.S. Senator from New York, serving since 2009. A graduate of Dartmouth College and UCLA Law School, she has focused her legislative career on ethics reform, national security, and family policy. Grounded in her Christian faith, she seeks to model bipartisan leadership and compassionate public service. For more information, visit gillibrand.senate.gov.Helpful Links and ResourcesPhilippians 4:4–9 (Bible Gateway)Redeemer Presbyterian Church (Tim Keller)Gospel in Life Podcast (Tim Keller)Chaplain Barry C. Black – U.S. Senate ChaplainKirsten Gillibrand, Official Senate PageFaith and DivisionGillibrand describes America's current political and social moment as deeply divided, weakened by retreat into ideological corners.“We're stronger when we work together—when people love their neighbors and care as if they were their own family.”Faith offers grounding amid chaos; social media and tribalism breed extremism and hate.Following Jesus in Public LifeFaith clarifies her purpose and sustains her in political life.“It makes everything make sense to me.”Living “out of step with what's cool, trendy, or powerful” defines Christian vocation in public office.Bipartisanship and Common GroundWorks with Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) on crypto regulation, Ted Cruz (R-TX) on first responder support, and Josh Hawley (R-MO) on stock trading bans.“If I can restore some healthcare or Meals on Wheels, I'll go that extra mile to do that good thing.”Collaboration as moral practice—faith expressed through policy partnership.Loving Enemies and Welcoming StrangersDraws parallels between Jesus's ministry and bipartisan cooperation.“He would sooner convert a Roman soldier than go to war with him.”“If I went to a Democratic rally and said, ‘love your enemy,' I don't know how that would go over.”Testifying to FaithWeekly Bible study with Senate Chaplain Barry C. Black.“He told us: Testify to your blessings. Share what God is doing in your life.”Posts daily blessings on social media, mixing joy and public witness.The Faith of DemocratsCounters perception that Democrats lack faith: “There are more ordained ministers and theology degrees on our side than people realize.”Mentions Senators Tim Kaine, Chris Coons, Raphael Warnock, Amy Klobuchar, and Lisa Blunt Rochester, all of whom regularly meet and discuss their faith and its impact on public office.Faith and Policy DifferencesOn reproductive rights and LGBTQ equality: “It's not the government's job to discriminate.”Frames Matthew 25 as central to Democratic faith—feeding, caring, welcoming.Compares differing theological interpretations of government's role in justice.Joy and GratitudePhilippians 4 as daily anchor: “Rejoice in the Lord always… let your gentleness be evident to all.”Keeps a five-year daily gratitude journal: “You rewire your brain to look for what is praiseworthy.”Rejoicing doesn't deny suffering; it transforms it into solidarity.Prayer and WisdomPrays constantly for family, colleagues, nation, and reconciliation.“Wisdom's usually the one thing I ask for myself.”Prayer as discernment: deciding “where to put my voice, effort, and relationships.”Production NotesThis podcast featured Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.Edited and Produced by Evan Rosa.Hosted by Evan Rosa.Production Assistance by Alexa Rollow and Emily Brookfield.A Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School (faith.yale.edu/about)Support For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: faith.yale.edu/give

We're back—fashionably late thanks to last week's tech gremlins—but the Virgo Vixen energy is intact. Kiki and Medinah kick things off with the Virgo Vixen cocktail, then catch up on names vs. nicknames, a quick shout to Lula's Legacy of Love (Breast Cancer walk 10/25 in Tampa), and Kiki's Drinks & Reads book club featuring author Kimberly Brown.Kiki recaps Podcast Movement (anxiety to applause), a heavenly stop at Southern Classic Daiquiri Factory, and why her birthday plan is all about volunteering with Meals on Wheels (53 friends confirmed!). We get into Hedonism plans for December, TikTok family moments, sweet-16 prep, clubbing at Revel, and a real talk segment on dating while on a “soft pop-out”—fly-outs with boundaries, bundles discourse, and why “a lot” isn't an insult.Medinah opens up about Paradise & Vibe Sedona: the celebrity no-show, the lessons learned, and how an intimate Lion Babe performance turned into a tiny-desk-style moment.Send us: Advice letters → advice@cocktalespod.com |Cocktales → cocktales@cocktalespod.com Visit soakingwet.com and use code COCKTALES for 10% off

Washington principal ripped for post that ‘condones’ Charlie Kirk’s murder. Washington State Superintendent Chris Reykdal is worried that some people might use the state’s dismal test scores as a reason to privatize schools. Far-left activists in Seattle are very upset that the city council voted to implement more security cameras. // Big Local: Senior Citizens caused an uproar at a Skagit County meeting after there were fake rumors online about cuts to programs like Meals on Wheels. A state audit found a lack of financial oversight oversight in the Pierce County city of Roy. The judge in the case of the teen charged with killing several members of his own family in Fall City is getting fed up with the defense team’s constant delays. // Fridays with Jake Skorheim: Should school faculty making grotesque comments about Charlie Kirk be fired? Also, Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA) is backing a proposal that would make active shooters drills at schools optional.