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Alma Shoemaker And Drs. Lee And Mabry Discuss Her Journey To Caring Hearts United

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Alma Shoemaker of Caring Hearts United joins Drs. Lee and Mabry to share her journey from truck driver to devoted volunteer in this moving episode. She reflects on meeting founder Melinda Breedlove at the Warren County Fair and the compassionate mission that sparked Caring Hearts United. After Melinda's passing, Alma and Melinda's sister, Diane Sneed continued her legacy—providing hospice units in Middle Tennessee with donated care packages and heartfelt support. Discover how one woman’s vision continues to impact hospice patients throughout the Upper Cumberland.

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