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SVDP 45│Embracing the Elderly with Mother Mary Richard, Little Sisters of the Poor

With Arms Wide Open

With Arms Wide Open
SVDP 45│Embracing the Elderly with Mother Mary Richard, Little Sisters of the Poor
Jan 13, 2026 Episode 45
St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

“The elderly shouldn’t be forgotten; they are precious.”

Did you know by 2030, one out of every five people will be over 65? 

As our population ages, it underscores the importance of organizations like Little Sisters of the Poor, which provides not only shelter but a community for this vulnerable community. In this episode, Mother Mary Richard answers "How can the community care for the elderly?"

Like SVDP, Little Sisters of the Poor has a rich history and presence in Louisville that spans over 150 years. Mother Mary shares about the cultural challenges and changes to caring for the elderly poor, and creating a nurturing environment for its nearly 80 residents. 

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