ST INS CARES-Hope Healthcare-Beyond Hospice

ST INS CARES-Hope Healthcare-Beyond Hospice

Hospice is often misunderstood as a place you go, but what we see on the ground is a network of care that follows families through some of the hardest seasons of life. We’re joined by Jennifer Thrash, Director of Philanthropy for Hope Healthcare, to unpack what they actually do across Southwest Florida, including Charlotte County, Lee County, Collier County, Hendry County, and Glades County. From hospice houses in Bonita Springs, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, and Cape Coral to in-home visits, the goal stays the same: comfort, dignity, and real support for patients and families. We dig into Hope Healthcare’s bereavement services, which are available to anyone in the community, even if you’ve never been part of their programs. Jennifer shares how they provide more than 10,000 hours of grief support each year to around 1,500 participants, with services available for up to 18 months after a death and for many kinds of loss, including the death of a pet. We also talk about their uniquely intensive pediatric hospice and pediatric palliative care program serving babies through age 21, plus the funding reality behind “extras” that change daily life, like music therapy and art therapy, and a $150,000 grant supporting their partnership with Golisano Children’s Hospital. From there, we explore the PACE program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), which supports low-income adults 55+ who are often homebound by coordinating care, coverage, and specialist access for hundreds of participants each year. We also highlight the Valor program honoring veterans and first responders, Camp Braveheart for children experiencing grief, and the volunteer engine behind it all, including pet therapy and bedside companionship. If this conversation moves you, subscribe for more community stories, share it with someone who cares about nonprofit impact, and leave a review so more listeners can find these resources. What part of Hope Healthcare’s work should more people know about? Hope Healthcare Jennifer Thrash Director of Philanthropy 9470 HealthPark Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908 800-835-1673 239-482-4673 hopehcs.org [https://hopehcs.org/] Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/] https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/ [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/]

FMBGN-HW-Naples Cancer Advisors-Cancer Advice Without The Sales Pitch

Cancer can make everything feel urgent, but urgency is not the same as clarity. We sit down with Nikki from Naples Cancer Advisors to talk about a rare kind of resource in Southwest Florida: free, expert cancer second opinions that are independent, unbiased, and built to support you and your current oncologist, not compete with them. Naples Cancer Advisors is a local nonprofit that does not bill insurance, does not require a referral, and does not make you “qualify.” If you have an active cancer diagnosis, you can self-refer and get access to a powerhouse oncology team that reviews your medical records in depth and meets with you via telemedicine. Nikki explains why their model works like “Switzerland” in the cancer industry: their physicians are not aligned with pharmaceutical companies or health systems, so the focus stays on what’s best for the patient. Even if your treatment plan does not change, you walk away with something many people never get in cancer care: time to understand the diagnosis, the reasoning, the side effects, and the real options in front of you. We also talk about the fear that drives snap decisions and why self-advocacy matters so much. Screening comes up in a big way, including lung cancer screening, environmental risk like radon exposure, and the reality that not all lung cancer is tied to smoking. Nikki shares practical ways to ask better questions, slow things down, and use second opinions as a tool for confidence, not conflict. Subscribe for more local health and wellness conversations, share this with someone who needs steadier footing right now, and leave a review so more listeners in Fort Myers Beach and beyond can find these resources. Naples Cancer Advisors Nikki Audia 201 Tamiami Trl N suite 112, Naples, FL 34103 (239) 846-2273 information@naplescanceradvisors.org naplescanceradvisors.org [https://naplescanceradvisors.org/] Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/] https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/ [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/]

ST INS CARES-Into His Image-Healing That Lasts In Five Days

Some pain doesn’t go away with time or willpower. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same reactions, the same inner narrative, or the same relationship patterns, this conversation puts language to what many people quietly carry and offers a clear path toward change. We sit down with Pastor Warren Kooi of Into His Image, a Southwest Florida nonprofit that provides emotional healing and spiritual healing through a structured “Restoring the Foundations” approach. Warren explains how the ministry looks for roots beneath the surface, including generational issues, wrong beliefs, fractured identity, life traumas, and spiritual strongholds. We talk about why those roots can block joy, patience, and self-control, and how healing can be both deeply spiritual and surprisingly practical. You’ll also hear what the process actually looks like: a five-day sequential ministry format (about 10 to 15 hours), plus two- and four-week follow-ups to help people stay steady after the work is done. We get specific about couples ministry too, where each spouse completes individual sessions before coming back together for forgiveness, restored connection, and the option to renew their marriage covenant. For listeners outside Florida, Warren shares how Zoom ministry and Zoom training make this accessible from anywhere, along with the training pathway from issue-focused ministry to thorough-format ministry. If this story resonates, listen through and share it with someone who needs hope. Subscribe for more community stories, and if you found value here, leave a review so more people can find the show. Into His Image Pastor Warren Kooi (239) 315-3648 25050 Cypress Hollow Ct #203 Bonita Springs, FL 34134 info@intohisimage.com intohisimage.com State Insurance USA 4450 Camino Real Way Ft Myers, FL 33966 239-567-9992 office@StateInsuranceUSA.com [office@StateInsuranceUSA.com] stateinsuranceusa.com [https://stateinsuranceusa.com/] https://www.facebook.com/Stateinsuranceusa [https://www.facebook.com/Stateinsuranceusa] #StateInsuranceUSA #SupportLocal #WeLoveOurClients @Stateinsuranceusa Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/] https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/ [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/]

ST INS CARES-Advanced The Faith-Preparing Foster Youth For Adult Life

Turning 18 is hard enough with a family to call. Now imagine hitting adulthood with no safety net, no steady adults, and a history of being moved again and again. That’s the reality for many foster youth aging out of foster care, and it’s why we invited Rebecca Clark from Advanced The Faith to join us for a frank, practical conversation about what real support should look like. Rebecca walks us through how Advanced The Faith, a Christian nonprofit serving Southwest Florida and beyond, partners with group homes and emergency youth shelters to help teens build a foundation for adult life. We dig into the life skills that most of us take for granted, like budgeting, financial literacy, scheduling appointments, handling car problems, and learning conflict resolution. But we keep coming back to the deeper need: trusted relationships with safe adults who don’t disappear when the system does. We also talk volunteering and what it means to enter a group home with respect. Rebecca explains why these teens are not “criminals,” why group homes are not “jail,” and how trauma and disrupted placements can shape trust. From faith and fitness Saturdays to customized programming across Florida, her stories make it clear that consistency is its own kind of intervention. If you care about foster care transition support, mentorship, and practical ways to reduce homelessness after aging out, this conversation will give you a clear next step. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’d volunteer, and leave a review so more people find the nonprofits doing the work up close. Advance the Faith Rebecca Clark 2258 Campestre Terrace Naples, FL 34119 239-248-2838 Info@advancethefaith.org advancethefaith.org [https://advancethefaith.org/] State Insurance USA 4450 Camino Real Way Ft Myers, FL 33966 239-567-9992 100 Lovers Ln 3rd Floor Ft Myers Beach, FL 33931 (239) 690-6300 office@StateInsuranceUSA.com [office@StateInsuranceUSA.com] stateinsuranceusa.com [https://stateinsuranceusa.com/] https://www.facebook.com/Stateinsuranceusa [https://www.facebook.com/Stateinsuranceusa] #StateInsuranceUSA #SupportLocal #WeLoveOurClients @Stateinsuranceusa Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/] https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/ [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/]

FMBGN-ROXIE-Friends of the Ft Myers Beach Library Tour

Join Us on a Tour of the Fort Myers Beach Library with the Friends of the Library as a beautiful reminder that this isn’t just a place for books — it’s a true island treasure filled with history, heart, resilience, and community spirit. Hosted by Jan Fleming and Kelly Smith from the Friends of the Library, the tour highlighted everything from patron parking and the volunteer-run bookstore to the whimsical signs, murals, bike racks, local art, children’s spaces, quiet rooms, historic displays, and stunning third-floor views. Every corner of the building seems to tell a story, including the lasting legacy of Dr. Leroy Hummerding, whose vision and love for the library can still be felt throughout all three floors.  What stood out most was how much love and local support continue to flow through this library, especially after the damage from Hurricane Ian. The Friends of the Library help fund special projects, support local nonprofits, offer affordable memberships, run book sales, provide free books for children after story hour, and keep the bookstore alive through dedicated volunteers. Whether you’re a resident, snowbird, visitor, parent, reader, history lover, or just someone looking for a cool place to connect, work, explore, or escape the beach heat for a bit, the Fort Myers Beach Library is absolutely worth a visit — and becoming a Friend is a great way to help keep this Good Neighbor gem shining. The Friends of the Fort Myers Beach Library Jan Fleming & Kelly Smith 2755 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL, United States, 33931 239-765-8162 friendsatthefmblibrary@gmail.com library@fmb.lib.fl.us [library@fmb.lib.fl.us] Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/] https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/ [https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasst/]