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“Sometimes that’s just friendship!” This Good Neighbor Team finds ways to connect, even when words fail. 

February 19, 2025 | Comments Off on “Sometimes that’s just friendship!” This Good Neighbor Team finds ways to connect, even when words fail. 

Luckily, she wasn’t alone. With support and assistance from her Good Neighbor Team, Robina successfully found an apartment, enrolled her children in school, and attended medical appointments. In the process, a genuine friendship blossomed between Robina and the kids, and their support team. 

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