March 2, 2025 • 8 mins
In an inspiring episode centered on community kindness, we explore the impactful mission of Graceful Journeys, spearheaded by Angela Craft. This organization not only offers essential transportation services tailored for seniors and individuals with special needs but embodies a compassionate commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those facing mobility challenges. We delve into various services, including non-emergency medical transport and companion rides that foster connections and reduce isolation.
Listeners will gain insights into how Graceful Journeys goes beyond transportation — it emphasizes dignity, companionship, and community support. We reflect on the importance of recognizing needs within our neighborhoods and taking actionable steps towards making a difference. The conversation serves as a catalyst for imagining communities where every person is valued and within reach of essential services.
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that invites you to consider how we can foster similar initiatives in our own towns. Let’s work together to redefine aging and community care! Don’t forget to subscribe and share your thoughts on how we can make our communities more inclusive and supportive!
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right, everybody, welcome back.
We are taking a deep dive todayand we're going to be looking
at something really neat, Ithink.
Speaker 2 (00:08):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:10):
And it's called Graceful Journeys.
Speaker 2 (00:12):
Oh, very cool.
Speaker 1 (00:12):
Yeah, so this is an organization and it's really
fascinating what they're doing.
Speaker 2 (00:16):
Sounds interesting.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
Yeah, and it's all about.
You know, people in ourcommunity sometimes need a
little extra help.
Speaker 2 (00:21):
Mm-hmm.
And sometimes that meansneeding a ride right you know,
sometimes when you can't driveyourself yeah, exactly, or you
know it's just.
Speaker 1 (00:31):
I mean, there's a million reasons why somebody
might need some assistance, andso that's kind of what graceful
journey is all about yeah,that's great.
Speaker 2 (00:38):
I mean, it's just one of those things that you don't
really think about right untilit's an issue, you know, and
then it can be a real challenge?
Speaker 1 (00:45):
Yeah, totally, and so this is going to be, I think, a
really cool deep dive, becausewe're going to kind of see what
they're doing.
Speaker 2 (00:51):
I'm excited to learn more.
Speaker 1 (00:53):
Yeah, I'm excited too , and it looks like the founder
of this organization is AngelaCraft.
Speaker 2 (00:57):
Okay, I'm always interested in the people behind
these kinds of initiatives.
Speaker 1 (01:02):
Me too, Me too.
Speaker 2 (01:03):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:03):
I think that's actually a really good place to
start.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
So what do we know about Angela Craft?
Speaker 2 (01:09):
Well, it seems like she really knows her community.
You know she's seen firsthandjust how tough it can be, oh
yeah, for folks, especiallyseniors and people with special
needs, to get around.
You know, when reliabletransportation is just not an
option like that really limitswhat you can do.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
How you can live your life, yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:31):
And so she decided to do something about it.
Speaker 1 (01:33):
And that's how Graceful Journeys was born.
Speaker 2 (01:35):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:37):
That's really cool.
Before we dive into, like, allthe different ways that Graceful
Journeys helps people I mean,you know, just thinking about
Angela Craft's story, what doyou think like?
What's the biggest takeawaythere?
Speaker 2 (01:49):
Well, I think it's about recognizing a need in your
community and then takingaction.
You know, not just sitting backand saying, oh, somebody should
do something about that, butactually stepping up and making
a difference.
Speaker 1 (02:01):
And I think that's something everybody listening
can relate to Absolutely.
You know, you see something inyour neighborhood, your
community.
You want to change.
You know, take a page fromAngela Craft's book and Be the
change.
Yeah, be the change.
Love it Okay, so let's get intothe nitty gritty here, right?
What kind of services doesGraceful Journeys actually offer
?
Speaker 2 (02:20):
So they've got a whole range of services offer.
So they've got a whole range ofservices.
Speaker 1 (02:27):
Okay, and they're designed to really meet a
variety of needs, okay, cool.
Speaker 2 (02:28):
So for starters, they have what they call
non-emergency medical transport.
Speaker 1 (02:32):
Non-emergency medical transport, yeah, so I mean,
that sounds prettyself-explanatory.
Speaker 2 (02:38):
Right, right it is, but it's more than just a ride
to the doctor's office.
Speaker 1 (02:43):
Oh, okay.
Speaker 2 (02:44):
Think about it you know, you or someone you love,
they've got a medicalappointment.
Speaker 1 (02:48):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:48):
Maybe they have trouble getting around, maybe
they need help with a walker ora wheelchair.
Yeah, graceful Journeys takescare of all of that.
Wow, they make sure theirclients are comfortable.
Speaker 1 (02:57):
That's huge.
Speaker 2 (02:58):
That they arrive on time Right and that they have
all the assistance they need.
Speaker 1 (03:02):
Yeah, that takes a lot of the stress and anxiety.
Exactly Out of going to thedoctor, which, let's be honest,
Right.
It can already be a stressfulexperience.
Speaker 2 (03:09):
Absolutely, absolutely.
Speaker 1 (03:11):
Especially for seniors.
Yeah, no question so that'sreally cool and you know we were
talking about how Angela Craftshe was really aware of the
needs of her community.
Speaker 2 (03:20):
Right, and I see here that Graceful.
Journeys also offers somethingcalled companion rides.
Oh, that's interesting.
What is that?
So this is for seniors, whomight need a little extra help
OK.
Or companionship, gotcha, youknow, maybe they're not
comfortable going out alone.
Speaker 1 (03:36):
Right.
Speaker 2 (03:36):
Or maybe they just want someone to chat with on the
way to the grocery store or toa friend's house.
Speaker 1 (03:42):
Yeah, that's really nice.
Speaker 2 (03:43):
And here's the thing.
Speaker 1 (03:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:45):
The drivers aren't just drivers.
Okay, they're trained torecognize if something's not
quite right.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 2 (03:52):
You know, if a senior seems confused or withdrawn,
they can alert family members orcaregivers.
Speaker 1 (03:58):
So they're like an extra set of eyes and ears,
exactly Looking out for theseseniors, exactly.
That's amazing, and you know wetalk a lot on the show about
the importance of socialconnection.
Speaker 2 (04:08):
Oh, absolutely.
Speaker 1 (04:09):
Especially for seniors.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:10):
And it looks like Graceful Journeys.
They're really tackling thathead on with their social and
recreational transport.
Speaker 2 (04:17):
Yeah, this is great.
Speaker 1 (04:18):
Tell me about that.
Speaker 2 (04:26):
So this is great.
Tell me about that.
So this is all about helpingseniors stay active and engaged.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
They provide transportation to senior centers
, social gatherings, churchservices, you name it.
So it's not just about gettingfrom point A to point B.
Speaker 2 (04:34):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:34):
It's about helping seniors live full and enriching
lives.
Speaker 2 (04:38):
Exactly, and I think it's so important to remember
that, as people age, theirsocial needs don't just
disappear.
Speaker 1 (04:46):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (04:46):
They might even become more important.
Speaker 1 (04:48):
Right, and it's so easy to feel isolated Absolutely
, especially if you're not ableto get out and about as easily
as you used to.
So that's really cool andgraceful.
Journeys doesn't stop there.
Speaker 2 (04:58):
No, they don't.
Speaker 1 (04:59):
They also have grocery and errand services.
Yes, so tell me a little bitmore about that.
Speaker 2 (05:03):
It's pretty straightforward.
They'll help seniors with theirgrocery shopping, picking up
prescriptions, running errands.
Speaker 1 (05:10):
But what sets them apart is that they'll actually
go the extra mile.
Speaker 2 (05:14):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (05:15):
And help with things like carrying groceries inside.
Speaker 2 (05:17):
Yes, putting them away Exactly.
Speaker 1 (05:19):
Which can be a huge help for seniors who might have
trouble with those tasks.
Speaker 2 (05:23):
Absolutely.
It's those little things thatcan make a big difference.
Huge difference, you know.
It's about recognizing thatsometimes people just need a
little extra help and beingwilling to provide it.
Speaker 1 (05:34):
Yeah, totally so.
We've talked about how GracefulJourneys helps individuals,
right, but they also haveservices for groups.
Speaker 2 (05:42):
Yes, they do.
Speaker 1 (05:43):
So tell me about their customized group transport
.
Speaker 2 (05:46):
This is specifically designed for senior living
communities.
Speaker 1 (05:50):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:50):
Or other organizations that work with
seniors.
So imagine a group outing to apark or a museum.
Speaker 1 (05:56):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:57):
Graceful Journeys can arrange all the transportation,
make sure everyone gets theresafely and comfortably.
Speaker 1 (06:03):
That sounds really convenient.
Speaker 2 (06:04):
Yeah, it takes all the hassle out of planning group
outings.
Speaker 1 (06:07):
Right.
Speaker 2 (06:08):
Which can be a real barrier for some senior group.
Speaker 1 (06:11):
Yeah, especially if they're relying on volunteers or
family members to do all thedriving.
So that's really neat.
And we can't forget about theirhospital discharge and
follow-up care services.
Speaker 2 (06:22):
Yeah, this is so important.
Speaker 1 (06:24):
Yeah, tell me about that.
Speaker 2 (06:25):
So when a senior is discharged from the hospital,
Graceful Journeys can providetransportation home.
Speaker 1 (06:33):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (06:33):
But they also make sure that the senior is settled
in safely, wow, and they'll evencoordinate with caregivers to
ensure that the senior haseverything they need.
Speaker 1 (06:42):
Yeah, that's a huge relief for families.
Speaker 2 (06:44):
Oh, absolutely.
It can be so overwhelming totry to manage all of that on
your own.
Speaker 1 (06:49):
Especially if you're working or you live far away.
Speaker 2 (06:51):
Exactly, so that's a really valuable service.
Speaker 1 (06:53):
And of course, graceful journeys, make sure
that all their vehicles arewheelchair and mobility
accessible.
Speaker 2 (06:58):
Absolutely.
That's essential for serving adiverse population.
Speaker 1 (07:02):
It really shows that Angela Craft has thought of
everything.
Speaker 2 (07:05):
She really has.
It's clear that she'spassionate about making sure
that everyone, regardless oftheir physical abilities, has
the opportunity to live a fulland active life.
Speaker 1 (07:15):
That's fantastic.
You know, I'm really blown awayby everything that Angela Craft
and Graceful Journeys are doing.
Speaker 2 (07:21):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
It's so much more than just transportation.
Speaker 2 (07:24):
It really is.
Speaker 1 (07:25):
It's about community.
Speaker 2 (07:26):
Yeah, it's about caring for one another and it's
about recognizing the value andthe dignity of every individual.
Speaker 1 (07:31):
Yeah, absolutely yeah .
And before we wrap up, I dowant to give a quick shout out
to our sponsor.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (07:37):
Flowers and Associates.
Speaker 2 (07:38):
Oh, yeah Great folks.
Speaker 1 (07:39):
They specialize in special needs housing which, as
we've been talking about, is soimportant for creating inclusive
communities.
Speaker 2 (07:46):
Absolutely A perfect fit with what we're talking
about today.
Speaker 1 (07:49):
Yeah, totally so, if you're looking for accessible
and comfortable housing optionsdefinitely check them out.
Be sure to check out outflowers and associates.
Speaker 2 (07:57):
Oh.
Speaker 1 (07:58):
Okay, so before we sign off, Right.
Here's something I wanteveryone listening to think
about.
Speaker 2 (08:03):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (08:04):
What if every city had a service like Graceful
Journeys?
Speaker 2 (08:10):
That's a great question.
Speaker 1 (08:11):
You know how would that change the way we think
about aging and communitysupport, I mean it?
Speaker 2 (08:16):
would be a game changer.
Speaker 1 (08:18):
Right.
Speaker 2 (08:18):
For so many people.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
It would allow seniors and people with special
needs to stay active.
Speaker 2 (08:25):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (08:26):
Engaged Connected.
Speaker 2 (08:28):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (08:28):
For so much longer.
Speaker 2 (08:29):
And it would really send a message that everyone is
valued and that everyonedeserves to be a part of the
community.
Speaker 1 (08:35):
Yeah, food for thought, right.
Speaker 2 (08:36):
Definitely.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
So that's it for today's Deep Dive.
Speaker 2 (08:39):
Awesome.
Speaker 1 (08:39):
I hope you learned something new, that you're
feeling inspired.
Speaker 2 (08:41):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (08:44):
And if you're interested in learning more
about graceful journeys yes.
Or finding similar services inyour own community.
Be sure to check out the linksin our show notes.
Speaker 2 (08:50):
Great idea.
Speaker 1 (08:51):
Thanks for listening.
Speaker 2 (08:52):
Thanks everyone.
All right, everybody, welcome back.
We are taking a deep dive todayand we're going to be looking
at something really neat, Ithink.
Speaker 2 (00:08):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:10):
And it's called Graceful Journeys.
Speaker 2 (00:12):
Oh, very cool.
Speaker 1 (00:12):
Yeah, so this is an organization and it's really
fascinating what they're doing.
Speaker 2 (00:16):
Sounds interesting.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
Yeah, and it's all about.
You know, people in ourcommunity sometimes need a
little extra help.
Speaker 2 (00:21):
Mm-hmm.
And sometimes that meansneeding a ride right you know,
sometimes when you can't driveyourself yeah, exactly, or you
know it's just.
Speaker 1 (00:31):
I mean, there's a million reasons why somebody
might need some assistance, andso that's kind of what graceful
journey is all about yeah,that's great.
Speaker 2 (00:38):
I mean, it's just one of those things that you don't
really think about right untilit's an issue, you know, and
then it can be a real challenge?
Speaker 1 (00:45):
Yeah, totally, and so this is going to be, I think, a
really cool deep dive, becausewe're going to kind of see what
they're doing.
Speaker 2 (00:51):
I'm excited to learn more.
Speaker 1 (00:53):
Yeah, I'm excited too , and it looks like the founder
of this organization is AngelaCraft.
Speaker 2 (00:57):
Okay, I'm always interested in the people behind
these kinds of initiatives.
Speaker 1 (01:02):
Me too, Me too.
Speaker 2 (01:03):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:03):
I think that's actually a really good place to
start.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
So what do we know about Angela Craft?
Speaker 2 (01:09):
Well, it seems like she really knows her community.
You know she's seen firsthandjust how tough it can be, oh
yeah, for folks, especiallyseniors and people with special
needs, to get around.
You know, when reliabletransportation is just not an
option like that really limitswhat you can do.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
How you can live your life, yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:31):
And so she decided to do something about it.
Speaker 1 (01:33):
And that's how Graceful Journeys was born.
Speaker 2 (01:35):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:37):
That's really cool.
Before we dive into, like, allthe different ways that Graceful
Journeys helps people I mean,you know, just thinking about
Angela Craft's story, what doyou think like?
What's the biggest takeawaythere?
Speaker 2 (01:49):
Well, I think it's about recognizing a need in your
community and then takingaction.
You know, not just sitting backand saying, oh, somebody should
do something about that, butactually stepping up and making
a difference.
Speaker 1 (02:01):
And I think that's something everybody listening
can relate to Absolutely.
You know, you see something inyour neighborhood, your
community.
You want to change.
You know, take a page fromAngela Craft's book and Be the
change.
Yeah, be the change.
Love it Okay, so let's get intothe nitty gritty here, right?
What kind of services doesGraceful Journeys actually offer
?
Speaker 2 (02:20):
So they've got a whole range of services offer.
So they've got a whole range ofservices.
Speaker 1 (02:27):
Okay, and they're designed to really meet a
variety of needs, okay, cool.
Speaker 2 (02:28):
So for starters, they have what they call
non-emergency medical transport.
Speaker 1 (02:32):
Non-emergency medical transport, yeah, so I mean,
that sounds prettyself-explanatory.
Speaker 2 (02:38):
Right, right it is, but it's more than just a ride
to the doctor's office.
Speaker 1 (02:43):
Oh, okay.
Speaker 2 (02:44):
Think about it you know, you or someone you love,
they've got a medicalappointment.
Speaker 1 (02:48):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:48):
Maybe they have trouble getting around, maybe
they need help with a walker ora wheelchair.
Yeah, graceful Journeys takescare of all of that.
Wow, they make sure theirclients are comfortable.
Speaker 1 (02:57):
That's huge.
Speaker 2 (02:58):
That they arrive on time Right and that they have
all the assistance they need.
Speaker 1 (03:02):
Yeah, that takes a lot of the stress and anxiety.
Exactly Out of going to thedoctor, which, let's be honest,
Right.
It can already be a stressfulexperience.
Speaker 2 (03:09):
Absolutely, absolutely.
Speaker 1 (03:11):
Especially for seniors.
Yeah, no question so that'sreally cool and you know we were
talking about how Angela Craftshe was really aware of the
needs of her community.
Speaker 2 (03:20):
Right, and I see here that Graceful.
Journeys also offers somethingcalled companion rides.
Oh, that's interesting.
What is that?
So this is for seniors, whomight need a little extra help
OK.
Or companionship, gotcha, youknow, maybe they're not
comfortable going out alone.
Speaker 1 (03:36):
Right.
Speaker 2 (03:36):
Or maybe they just want someone to chat with on the
way to the grocery store or toa friend's house.
Speaker 1 (03:42):
Yeah, that's really nice.
Speaker 2 (03:43):
And here's the thing.
Speaker 1 (03:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:45):
The drivers aren't just drivers.
Okay, they're trained torecognize if something's not
quite right.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 2 (03:52):
You know, if a senior seems confused or withdrawn,
they can alert family members orcaregivers.
Speaker 1 (03:58):
So they're like an extra set of eyes and ears,
exactly Looking out for theseseniors, exactly.
That's amazing, and you know wetalk a lot on the show about
the importance of socialconnection.
Speaker 2 (04:08):
Oh, absolutely.
Speaker 1 (04:09):
Especially for seniors.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:10):
And it looks like Graceful Journeys.
They're really tackling thathead on with their social and
recreational transport.
Speaker 2 (04:17):
Yeah, this is great.
Speaker 1 (04:18):
Tell me about that.
Speaker 2 (04:26):
So this is great.
Tell me about that.
So this is all about helpingseniors stay active and engaged.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
They provide transportation to senior centers
, social gatherings, churchservices, you name it.
So it's not just about gettingfrom point A to point B.
Speaker 2 (04:34):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:34):
It's about helping seniors live full and enriching
lives.
Speaker 2 (04:38):
Exactly, and I think it's so important to remember
that, as people age, theirsocial needs don't just
disappear.
Speaker 1 (04:46):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (04:46):
They might even become more important.
Speaker 1 (04:48):
Right, and it's so easy to feel isolated Absolutely
, especially if you're not ableto get out and about as easily
as you used to.
So that's really cool andgraceful.
Journeys doesn't stop there.
Speaker 2 (04:58):
No, they don't.
Speaker 1 (04:59):
They also have grocery and errand services.
Yes, so tell me a little bitmore about that.
Speaker 2 (05:03):
It's pretty straightforward.
They'll help seniors with theirgrocery shopping, picking up
prescriptions, running errands.
Speaker 1 (05:10):
But what sets them apart is that they'll actually
go the extra mile.
Speaker 2 (05:14):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (05:15):
And help with things like carrying groceries inside.
Speaker 2 (05:17):
Yes, putting them away Exactly.
Speaker 1 (05:19):
Which can be a huge help for seniors who might have
trouble with those tasks.
Speaker 2 (05:23):
Absolutely.
It's those little things thatcan make a big difference.
Huge difference, you know.
It's about recognizing thatsometimes people just need a
little extra help and beingwilling to provide it.
Speaker 1 (05:34):
Yeah, totally so.
We've talked about how GracefulJourneys helps individuals,
right, but they also haveservices for groups.
Speaker 2 (05:42):
Yes, they do.
Speaker 1 (05:43):
So tell me about their customized group transport
.
Speaker 2 (05:46):
This is specifically designed for senior living
communities.
Speaker 1 (05:50):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:50):
Or other organizations that work with
seniors.
So imagine a group outing to apark or a museum.
Speaker 1 (05:56):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:57):
Graceful Journeys can arrange all the transportation,
make sure everyone gets theresafely and comfortably.
Speaker 1 (06:03):
That sounds really convenient.
Speaker 2 (06:04):
Yeah, it takes all the hassle out of planning group
outings.
Speaker 1 (06:07):
Right.
Speaker 2 (06:08):
Which can be a real barrier for some senior group.
Speaker 1 (06:11):
Yeah, especially if they're relying on volunteers or
family members to do all thedriving.
So that's really neat.
And we can't forget about theirhospital discharge and
follow-up care services.
Speaker 2 (06:22):
Yeah, this is so important.
Speaker 1 (06:24):
Yeah, tell me about that.
Speaker 2 (06:25):
So when a senior is discharged from the hospital,
Graceful Journeys can providetransportation home.
Speaker 1 (06:33):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (06:33):
But they also make sure that the senior is settled
in safely, wow, and they'll evencoordinate with caregivers to
ensure that the senior haseverything they need.
Speaker 1 (06:42):
Yeah, that's a huge relief for families.
Speaker 2 (06:44):
Oh, absolutely.
It can be so overwhelming totry to manage all of that on
your own.
Speaker 1 (06:49):
Especially if you're working or you live far away.
Speaker 2 (06:51):
Exactly, so that's a really valuable service.
Speaker 1 (06:53):
And of course, graceful journeys, make sure
that all their vehicles arewheelchair and mobility
accessible.
Speaker 2 (06:58):
Absolutely.
That's essential for serving adiverse population.
Speaker 1 (07:02):
It really shows that Angela Craft has thought of
everything.
Speaker 2 (07:05):
She really has.
It's clear that she'spassionate about making sure
that everyone, regardless oftheir physical abilities, has
the opportunity to live a fulland active life.
Speaker 1 (07:15):
That's fantastic.
You know, I'm really blown awayby everything that Angela Craft
and Graceful Journeys are doing.
Speaker 2 (07:21):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
It's so much more than just transportation.
Speaker 2 (07:24):
It really is.
Speaker 1 (07:25):
It's about community.
Speaker 2 (07:26):
Yeah, it's about caring for one another and it's
about recognizing the value andthe dignity of every individual.
Speaker 1 (07:31):
Yeah, absolutely yeah .
And before we wrap up, I dowant to give a quick shout out
to our sponsor.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (07:37):
Flowers and Associates.
Speaker 2 (07:38):
Oh, yeah Great folks.
Speaker 1 (07:39):
They specialize in special needs housing which, as
we've been talking about, is soimportant for creating inclusive
communities.
Speaker 2 (07:46):
Absolutely A perfect fit with what we're talking
about today.
Speaker 1 (07:49):
Yeah, totally so, if you're looking for accessible
and comfortable housing optionsdefinitely check them out.
Be sure to check out outflowers and associates.
Speaker 2 (07:57):
Oh.
Speaker 1 (07:58):
Okay, so before we sign off, Right.
Here's something I wanteveryone listening to think
about.
Speaker 2 (08:03):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (08:04):
What if every city had a service like Graceful
Journeys?
Speaker 2 (08:10):
That's a great question.
Speaker 1 (08:11):
You know how would that change the way we think
about aging and communitysupport, I mean it?
Speaker 2 (08:16):
would be a game changer.
Speaker 1 (08:18):
Right.
Speaker 2 (08:18):
For so many people.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
It would allow seniors and people with special
needs to stay active.
Speaker 2 (08:25):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (08:26):
Engaged Connected.
Speaker 2 (08:28):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (08:28):
For so much longer.
Speaker 2 (08:29):
And it would really send a message that everyone is
valued and that everyonedeserves to be a part of the
community.
Speaker 1 (08:35):
Yeah, food for thought, right.
Speaker 2 (08:36):
Definitely.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
So that's it for today's Deep Dive.
Speaker 2 (08:39):
Awesome.
Speaker 1 (08:39):
I hope you learned something new, that you're
feeling inspired.
Speaker 2 (08:41):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (08:44):
And if you're interested in learning more
about graceful journeys yes.
Or finding similar services inyour own community.
Be sure to check out the linksin our show notes.
Speaker 2 (08:50):
Great idea.
Speaker 1 (08:51):
Thanks for listening.
Speaker 2 (08:52):
Thanks everyone.
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