Kate J.: The Light Up Network

October 25, 2023 00:16:07
Kate J.: The Light Up Network
Simple Acts, Big Impact
Kate J.: The Light Up Network

Oct 25 2023 | 00:16:07

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Hosted By

Natalie Silverstein, MPH

Show Notes

In early March, 2020, Kate J., a high school senior from Houston, TX, had a wonderful idea to launch an arts program in nursing homes. The pandemic quickly forced her to pivot her plans, and provided even more inspiration to move forward, as already isolated seniors suffered through long periods of isolation.

Learn more at https.//thelightupnetwork.wordpress.com and the anthology "The Joys of Me: Poems by the Extraordinary" is available now at www.barnesandnoble.com.

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