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The Shelley Irwin Show

Hospice of Michigan is working to serve our veterans

By Shelley Irwin

Published November 11, 2024 at 10:59 AM EST

Hospice of Michigan

Veteran/Hospice Volunteer Ryan Gadberry and Volunteer Program Manager Lauren Becker-Barkman join in with the details.

Today is Veterans Day and we talk with Veteran/Hospice Volunteer Ryan Gadberry, found his way to continue his service long after his active duty days ended. Hospice of Michigan needs volunteers, Volunteer Program Manager Lauren Becker-Barkman along with Ryan, discuss the opportunities and service.

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Shelley Irwin

Shelley Irwin is the host and producer for The Shelley Irwin Show, a news magazine talk-show format on the local NPR affiliate Monday through Friday. The show, broadcast at 9 a.m., features a wide variety of local and national news makers, plus special features.

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