‘It’s a happy place’
With cheerful hearts, volunteers help make the West Michigan Vaccine clinic an efficient, joyful experience.
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‘It has been everything for me’
Internship program continues to help Michigan veterans move from military roles to the civilian workforce.
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- July 4, 2018
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Falling into place
Breast cancer survivor Mary Rottier has joined forces with her therapy dogs to deliver a message of hope and healing.
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- May 16, 2018
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‘Helping others, helping yourself’
Studies show volunteers receive many benefits, from improved cardiovascular health to lower cancer and depression rates.
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- April 15, 2018
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A legacy of letters
German-born volunteer Hildegard Krusch, 90, delivers cheer and mail to hospital patients.
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- May 12, 2017
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‘And a child shall lead them’
A cancer survivor helps organize an epic toy drive for the children's hospital.
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- December 13, 2016
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A bunny and a chinchilla try to charm kids with their soft fur …
... and it worked.
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- August 4, 2016
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‘I didn’t think I’d make it’
Creativity and technology helped motorcycle crash survivor Derrick Curtis along his road to recovery.
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- July 27, 2016
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Gaining wisdom through service
In nurturing bonds with patients, aspiring professionals gain new perspectives.
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- January 6, 2016
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Five decades and counting
Arlene Swanson reflects on a long career in nursing and her plans to continue the profession she loves.
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- December 15, 2015
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‘The gift of a heart’
Emergency room volunteer aims to make a difference in someone's life every day of the week.
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- December 5, 2015
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