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In the heart of downtown Lexington, KY, our neighborhood crew thrives on a sense of togetherness and community, especially as the seasons change into crisp fall evenings. It is not uncommon to pull in to find a homemade treat on the porch, a bag of children’s hand-me-down clothes, or even for someone to stop by or walk right in for a visit. “You really never know who is going to show up at the Kinders’ house; their neighbors just walk right in!
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We are sad to announce that our Chief Executive, Andy Fletcher, will be leaving Together for Short Lives. Andy joined the charity in 2018. During his time he led significant growth in the charity’s impact and income, extending support for families and professionals, supporting quality improvement in palliative care and successfully advocating for better funding. […] The post Chief Executive Andy Fletcher announces his departure from Together for Short Lives appeared first on Together for S
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We are sad to announce that our Chief Executive, Andy Fletcher, will be leaving Together for Short Lives. Andy joined the charity in 2018. During his time he led significant growth in the charity’s impact and income, extending support for families and professionals, supporting quality improvement in palliative care and successfully advocating for better funding. […] The post Chief Executive Andy Fletcher announces his departure from Together for Short Lives appeared first on Together for S
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