A Century of Compassion: Ardis’ Story of Nursing, Faith, and Gratitude

from The AgeWell Podcast by Bethesda · host Kristin Rucks

In this heartfelt episode of the AgeWell Podcast by Bethesda, Kristin Rucks sits down with Ardis, a nearly 99-year-old resident of Sunrise Village, alongside Holli Cogelow Ruter from Bethesda at Home and Pastor Grant Hoekstra. Ardis reflects on a remarkable life that spans World War II, her time as a Cadet Nurse, decades of caring for others, raising a family, and now receiving hospice care herself. Through stories filled with humor, gratitude, faith, and resilience, Ardis offers a powerful perspective on aging, caregiving, and finding joy in every season of life.

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