How did Marnie Crowell end up as the island’s first LifeFlight patient? Following her injury, what has helped her to lead a life filled with caring, compassion, service and positivity? What is Surimono and how does this art form play a part in Marnie’s work? What is Marnie’s biggest wish? You don’t want to miss this episode-at the end you will emerge with a new appreciation for the healing powers of nature and the human brain!

What services does Friends in Action provide to the Deer Isle-Stonington community? How do I sign up for transportation services? How do I volunteer with Friends in Action? Why is a ride so much more than just getting from Point A to Point B? I talk about this and much, much more in my conversation with Jo Cooper, Executive Director Friends in Action.

Do not miss this feel good episode! If you have been following the COVID outbreak at the Island Nursing Home over the last six weeks, this conversation with Matthew Trombley will warm your heart. Hear about the health status of residents and staff (spoiler: it is GOOD news) and the wonderful Christmas the residents of INH were able to have thanks to this community’s generous support.

In this conversation with Rene Colson-Hudson, we discuss: 1. How she ended up in Deer Isle-Stonington. 2. How her role has expanded since COVID arrived (she explains the process of organizing, cooking, assembling and delivering over 5,500 meals). 3. How Healthy Island Project is meeting the current needs of our community. 4. How we can all support Healthy Island Project fulfill it’s mission.

In today’s episode Matthew Trombley updates the community on the recent COVID outbreak at Island Nursing Home in Deer Isle.

Doug Dunbar is one of the few people (maybe the only person) who can say that he has had dinner at both the White House and at Penobscot County Jail. Today, Doug is in long term recovery and is working at Eastern Maine Development Corporation to bring workforce opportunities and support to countless people in our area. We discuss how jail impacted his work now, what workforce opportunities are available and how people can access career help. This is a story of hope and hard work. It is also a reminder that substance use can affect anyone of us no matter our economic, education or family history.

In this episode, Matthew provides an update on the COVID situation at Island Nursing Home and answers community questions.