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Meet Grace Keller!

SOAR365 Adult Program Support Volunteer
Grace Keller is a busy woman. In addition to being the mom of a young child, she is employed as a nurse with VCU Health Systems AND is in the final stages of qualifying for medical school. But, with all of this going on, she was still motivated to apply as a SOAR365 volunteer. “I took my son [to PARK365] and he loved it. When we got home I looked up the organization, fell in love with the mission, and wanted to see how I could get involved. The mission resonates with me and I want to use my free time to help others live their best lives.”

Every Wednesday, Grace arrives at Camp Baker with a smile on her face and rolls up her sleeves to assist with the adult program. Adult Day Support Supervisor Latosha Otey says, “Grace has quickly gotten to know each of the individuals’ names and she participates in a variety of activities, from helping with arts and crafts and taking walks to reading stories in the classroom. She never hesitates to step in which gives the staff time to adjust and get ready for the next activity. Her service is beneficial to us and her presence is a joy.”

Grace’s experiences as a program support volunteer are not just helping her to be a better nurse, they are preparing her for future success in her medical career. But more than anything, she is enjoying “getting to know our participants, their personalities, their preferences, and what makes them happy. Each day is different and I enjoy aiding their independence with activities and seeing their smiles with successes.”

Despite Grace’s busy schedule, she wouldn’t miss her weekly visits to Camp Baker for the world. “SOAR365 has so many opportunities to give back to our community in such meaningful ways, I believe there’s something for everyone and the time we give is so valuable. I genuinely feel like I’m part of the team and I’m so thrilled to be a small part of it.”

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