What Her Day Looks Like
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By Yelena Sapin Photos Submitted
ebra Finneran considers herself fortunate to have been able to pursue a life-long career doing what she loves. For over 40 years, Debra has been a passionate advocate for senior health services and long-term care, most recently serving as senior vice president of Health Services for Masonic Homes Kentucky.
Newly retired, Debra Finneran still gets up early like she is going to work and keeps her days busy outside and getting together with family and friends.
Debra knew she would miss many aspects of her work when she retired at the end of last year, but she welcomed the opportunity to make changes and spend more time with family and friends. Embracing the transition to a different lifestyle, Debra moved into a new home, enjoyed a long visit with her mother in Florida, and joined a golf league. The newfound flexibility of retirement has also allowed Debra to see a lot more of her 2-year-old twin grandchildren, who live in Louisville. “It has really been wonderful, and I think my son now appreciates his mother in a way he may not have before,” she jokes. Her plans to stay involved with seniors through volunteer work are currently on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic, but Debra is optimistic for the future. “Like all of us I’ve had to make some adjustments,” she says, “but I’m very confident that I’ll find those opportunities to help.” PAGE 22>>
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