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This coat design isn’t just saving lives. It’s launching new careers for homeless people – CNN

January 24, 2020 by Leo

Now, a nonprofit aimed at solving that problem has accidentally led to one of the most successful homeless employment programs as the country’s homeless crisis keeps growing.

Source: This coat design isn’t just saving lives. It’s launching new careers for homeless people – CNN

It’s a longer, but very inspiring story.

Woman reunites with lost father after 56 years when he is suggested as a friend – by Facebook – The Scotsman

January 23, 2020 by Leo

A woman was reunited with her long-lost father after 56 years when he was ‘suggested’ as a friend – by  Facebook

Source: Woman reunites with lost father after 56 years when he is suggested as a friend – by Facebook – The Scotsman

Social media can lead to good things. 🙂

Youth Teaching Tech To Seniors Fosters Generational Connections | KUNM

January 22, 2020 by Leo

The United States now has 46 million people age 65 or older. That’s a record number, according to a study by the Pew Research Center. More of these

Source: Youth Teaching Tech To Seniors Fosters Generational Connections | KUNM

I’m sure it won’t surprise you to know I think this is an awesome idea.

‘Snow angels’ help drive hospital staff to work in winter weather | CTV News

January 21, 2020 by Leo

Nearly 100 people are volunteering their time to drive hundreds of Island Health employees to hospitals across Vancouver Island.

Source: ‘Snow angels’ help drive hospital staff to work in winter weather | CTV News

4×4 groups, and others, can be super helpful not just in inclement weather, but you’ll also see them out helping search and rescue operations as well.

Road travel in the US is safer than ever — Beautiful News

January 20, 2020 by Leo

More drivers, more cars, more journeys. Fewer deaths per mile.

Source: Road travel in the US is safer than ever — Beautiful News

Too easy to take for granted.

Meals On Wheels Opens Local Diner To Feed Seniors : NPR

January 19, 2020 by Leo

Meals on Wheels usually means home delivery or lunch at a senior center. But at a new project in Vancouver, Wash., it’s a retro-hip neighborhood diner where seniors can get eggs, coffee and community.

Source: Meals On Wheels Opens Local Diner To Feed Seniors : NPR

What a neat idea.

Australia fires: Plants photographed regrowing in ashes – BBC News

January 18, 2020 by Leo

Plants are photographed regrowing in parts of Australia ravaged by fire last month.

Source: Australia fires: Plants photographed regrowing in ashes – BBC News

It takes time, but nature perseveres.

Senior With Dementia is Climbing UK Music Charts After a Caregiver Recorded Her Sinatra Cover

January 17, 2020 by Leo

Not only is the single raising awareness for the neurodegenerative disease, it is also raising money for Alzheimer’s charities.

Source: Senior With Dementia is Climbing UK Music Charts After a Caregiver Recorded Her Sinatra Cover

It’s pretty touching…

40 Wholesome Middle-Age Success Stories | Bored Panda

January 16, 2020 by Leo

TV writer and producer Melissa Hunter created a viral Twitter thread asking people to share their middle-age success stories.

Source: 40 Wholesome Middle-Age Success Stories | Bored Panda

The responses are amazing and inspiring.

Sydney Opera House lights up with images of firefighters in support of Australia’s bushfire crisis

January 15, 2020 by Leo

The sails of the Sydney Opera House have lit up with touching images of volunteer firefighters in support of bushfire affected communities. The projections […] are a tribute to the firefighters and communities who have suffered through months of searing temperatures and smoke.

Source: Sydney Opera House lights up with images of firefighters in support of Australia’s bushfire crisis

Beautiful.

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