Kentucky volunteers deliver 90,000 vases of rescued flowers
Since 2006, the group has moved discarded blooms from events to care facilities, while a new report examines the pitfalls of fat-free food labels.
By Nicholas James ·
Volunteers in Kentucky have delivered more than 90,000 vases of flowers to local care facilities since 2006. The group, known as the Flower Buds, rescues discarded blooms from weddings, funerals, and other community events. They transport these arrangements to nursing homes, the VA hospital, assisted living facilities, and shelters.
The program provides a second life for flowers that might otherwise be thrown away after a single celebration. By moving the bouquets to places where residents may have limited access to fresh flowers, the volunteers aim to offer comfort to those in long-term care. The 90,000 vase milestone marks two decades of this ongoing effort.
In a separate segment of the broadcast, Dr. Rhea Rogers, a board-certified physician, discussed how food labeling can mislead shoppers. She noted that when manufacturers remove fat from products, they must replace it with other ingredients. Rogers advised consumers to read the ingredient list and packaging carefully rather than relying solely on the front-of-package claims.
Rogers explained that she previously found the various fat categories on nutrition labels confusing. She developed a simple method to sort these ingredients to help others make clearer choices. Her advice centers on the idea that a fat-free label does not automatically signal a healthy product.
Jason Resendez, CEO of the National Alliance for Caregiving, appeared on the show to discuss the pressures facing the sandwich generation. He recently testified before the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging. Resendez proposed three specific policy changes to support family caregivers.
His proposals include funding for the Older Americans Act, the establishment of national paid family and medical leave, and a larger role for Medicare. Resendez stated that these measures would create a stronger foundation for caregivers to provide care with dignity and equity. He described the goal as addressing the daily pain points that family caregivers face.
The broadcast also featured Jamie Inglett, who owns a crystal shop in Sedona. Inglett warned buyers to be cautious of fake products entering the market. She noted that lab-grown crystals are sometimes sold as natural stones in stores and at gem shows. The segment aimed to help consumers avoid purchasing counterfeit gemstones.
Source: WBTV
