Now, they make weekly visits to do simple things that are hard for Linda to do by herself, like cleaning dishes and sorting groceries.
Lori's Hands was founded by a former University of Delaware student in memory of her mother. Since then, the nonprofit has connected student volunteers to residents with chronic illnesses.
To learn more, watch the video above and visit their website.
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