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At age 111, oldest known World War II veteran receives birthday wishes, flyover at New Orleans home | News | nola.com

September 16, 2020 by Leo

In Central City, Lawrence Brooks dances a two-step as Victory Belles sing old tunes for him

Source: At age 111, oldest known World War II veteran receives birthday wishes, flyover at New Orleans home | News | nola.com

Nicely done.

3-year-old bakes and delivers more than 1,000 cookies for frontline and essential workers – CBS News

September 15, 2020 by Leo

Mia Villa has been baking since she was 18 months old – now she’s using that passion to spread joy during the pandemic.

Source: 3-year-old bakes and delivers more than 1,000 cookies for frontline and essential workers – CBS News

Cute!

Band keeps music alive for Miami seniors during pandemic – CNN

September 14, 2020 by Leo

As the coronavirus continues to force social restrictions, Florida musician Marisel Lopez and her band, Algo Nuevo, provide the rhythm to keep isolated seniors upbeat.

Source: Band keeps music alive for Miami seniors during pandemic – CNN

Great idea.

Landscaping Pros Have Been Giving Free Lawn Care Services to Healthcare Workers, Relieving Their Stress

September 13, 2020 by Leo

Project Evergreen helps landscaping professionals like Weed Man volunteers mow lawns for frontline workers to ease their stress.

Source: Landscaping Pros Have Been Giving Free Lawn Care Services to Healthcare Workers, Relieving Their Stress

Nice!

This Process Turns Seawater into Drinking Water – Goodnet

September 12, 2020 by Leo

Australian innovation desalinates water in just 30 minutes.

Source: This Process Turns Seawater into Drinking Water – Goodnet

Promising. Cost effective and fast desalinization could be a game changer.

11-year-old supports single mothers during pandemic with lemonade stand – CNN

September 11, 2020 by Leo

Cartier Carey is proving no one is too young to make a difference. The 11-year-old is working hard to provide relief for single mothers one cup of lemonade at a time.

Source: 11-year-old supports single mothers during pandemic with lemonade stand – CNN

Nice.

Wisconsin farmer plants sunflower fields to provide a respite during this rough year – CNN

September 10, 2020 by Leo

Everyone could use a little sunshine in their life right now, so a Wisconsin farmer decided that’s what he was going to do, and planted more than 2 million sunflowers in his fields.

Source: Wisconsin farmer plants sunflower fields to provide a respite during this rough year – CNN

Nice.

With Big-Buttons and Easy-to-Use, Seniors Get Video Devices At No Charge To Talk to Family For First Time in Months

September 9, 2020 by Leo

The Dreamweaver Foundation has delivered Facebook Portals to 300 seniors in nursing homes in Iowa and Nebraska to connect them with family.

Source: With Big-Buttons and Easy-to-Use, Seniors Get Video Devices At No Charge To Talk to Family For First Time in Months

This is a situation where technology really can help. Be it Portal, or GrandPad (used by one of my family members), or something else, staying connected is pretty key.

New treatment may help slow progression of ALS, research shows

September 8, 2020 by Leo

The research was supported in part by donations from the Ice Bucket Challenge.

Source: New treatment may help slow progression of ALS, research shows

Great to hear that particular meme might be paying off!

High school students create music program for underprivileged kids during the pandemic – 6abc Philadelphia

September 7, 2020 by Leo

A music program started by two high school students is providing much need support to underprivileged youth during the pandemic. They host virtual music lessons with a focus on emotional wellness.

Source: High school students create music program for underprivileged kids during the pandemic – 6abc Philadelphia

Great idea!

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