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Retire to Play and Purpose: Retire to Hobbies
Do you have a hobby? Maybe you’re a photographer? Or you love baking or painting? So many options, so little time!
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20214 min read
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Couples in Retirement: Start Somewhere, Anywhere
Is your spouse at loose ends? They might hope to take advantage of an already planned day and fit right in.
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20215 min read
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Volunteering in a Time of Social Distancing
Volunteering in a time of social distancing Three years ago I began a grand plan: I will assist retirees in finding a volunteer...
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20213 min read
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Jan Lockard—Tennessee Respite Coalition
What’s a friend? Someone with whom you can laugh, someone who helps you with little things and big things, someone who makes you feel specia
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Tom Starling—Mental Health America
After a mental illness “blows up” and can no longer be denied (Stage 4), people often say they “knew something was wrong.” But they didn’t k
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20213 min read
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Mariah Ragland—The Nashville Food Project
One in every seven people in Nashville experiences food insecurity every day. Nearly 1,000 volunteers every month have looked back on their
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Dr. Rhonda Switzer-Nadasdi—Interfaith Dental Clinic
For people struggling with meeting needs for food, housing, and other basics, going to the dentist feels like a luxury they simply can’t aff
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Jennifer Abernathy—Tennessee Respite Coalition
Patients who need care and social interaction, caregivers who are stretched to the limit and need a break, and volunteer Senior Companions w
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Johnny Rose—Hummingbirds at the Park
Johnny Rose has always loved nature. After moving to Nashville, he discovered the 3,100+ acres of the Warner Parks and spent many wonderful
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Faye Maynard—Project Connect Nashville
Project Connect Nashville has a heart for the poor and creates both an effective curriculum and the kinds of relationships—especially with v
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Cathy Shull—Salvation Army
Since 1865 the Salvation Army has collected money Christmas after Christmas for people in need, including children and seniors who benefit f
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Paul Fowler—Friends of Warner Parks
Volunteer Coordinator for the 3,200 acre Warner Parks, Paul Fowler points out that other natural areas—both in metro Nashville and in Tennes
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Kathy Jackson—Racetrack Rescue
People often think that greyhounds need to be rescued from an abusive racing situation. Or they worry that such a big dog will be aggressive
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Sue Baumgartner—Senior Ride Nashville
Without being able to drive, aging adults can easily lose the means for taking care of themselves physically. Additionally, they may be unab
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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John Hisle—Jubilee Jobs
Nearly 40 years ago the Church of the Savior in Washington, D.C. stepped into the job market—not for themselves, but for others. A group of
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Pat Dishman—Full Moon Pickin’ Party
Like many people whose professional life keeps them behind a desk, Pat Dishman longed to be outside. Unlike many people in that circumstance
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Nelson Santos—Volunteer Overseas for Free
You care about others, and you are adventuresome. Volunteering overseas appeals to you, but not at the price quoted in the fancy brochures!
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Amy Bond—Monroe Harding
Monroe Harding has been providing care for 125 years, first for orphans and now for the young people in foster care. They regularly see fost
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Don Schulze—Nations Ministry Center Citizenship Classes
The pressure is on! Could you answer questions about the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, government structures, American history, and the
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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Katie Richards—Nashville Neighbors
Many refugees have fled violence and war, been "housed" in a crowded refugee camp, and then leave behind whatever little support s
Ed Zinkiewicz
Aug 20, 20212 min read
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