Through their loyal volunteer work for Bluegrass Care Navigators, the Draytons are dedicated to making a significant impact on the health of our community.

“We chose BCN because we were new to Lexington, and we heard about the organization's reputation in the community. We have neighbors who are nurses at BCN, and Steve is a former Volunteer Coordinator at a hospice in New Jersey,” said Stephen. 

In addition to having a personal connection with our team members and with hospice volunteer needs, Stephen and Steve know first-hand how essential hospice care is for individuals in our community. 

“Steve, in his past, was diagnosed with several potentially terminal diseases, leading him to elect hospice care at one point. New treatments restored his health, but the impact inspired him to dedicate much of his time to healthcare in support of those who are medically frail,” Stephen said. 

Steve added that, “Hospice is important to us because we know how easily one's health can quickly change and how vital it is to have access to quality symptom management and pain control as one prepares for the end of life.” 

Recently, the Draytons decided to take the next step in their commitment to hospice by naming Bluegrass Care Navigators as a beneficiary to a legacy gift.

“Leaving a legacy gift has always been our intent. We don't have any children, and we feel that it is better to leave a gift to an organization that is important to us, rather than leaving smaller gifts to friends and extended family,” said Stephen and Steve. 

“We are tremendously excited to welcome Stephen and Steve as the newest members of our Sara Kaufmann Society, “ said Laura Klumb, Vice President of Philanthropy. “Stephen and Steve aren’t just leaving a legacy gift, they are leaving a legacy of compassion for others, helping to sustain our hospice services well into the future and ensuring that no one is ever turned away from hospice care, due to being un-insured or underinsured.” 

Join Our Sara Kaufmann Society!

Named after one of Bluegrass Care Navigators’ most generous supporters, the Sara Kaufmann Society recognizes those who have included Bluegrass Care Navigators in their will or estate plan or have contributed a life-income gift. 

If you have already included Bluegrass Care Navigators in your will or estate plan, please let us know by contacting us at 859.296.6865 or at the link below. We would be honored to thank you and welcome you into the Sara Kaufmann Society. 

By letting us know, we can ensure that we fulfill your gift exactly as you intended. Information you share will be kept confidential and we respect any desire to remain anonymous.