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Trailblazers Stories

Trailblazers at Oak Trace are redefining what it means to retire. They’re driven by curiosity, passion, and purpose. This ongoing series celebrates their journeys—and the spirit of possibility that fuels our community.

A couple walks hand-in-hand on a sunny day near a brick building with greenery and a pathway.
Trailblazers Stories
A Career Without a Map: How Anna Marie Hajek Led the Way
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A smiling elderly woman sits on a beige couch by large windows with green plants and light streaming through.
Trailblazers Stories
Always on the Frontlines: Nancy Carlson’s Lifelong Fight for Justice
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Man playing upright bass near bookshelf with books and decorative items.
Trailblazers Stories
Dave Humphreys: Where Music Meets Meaning
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Elderly woman smiles while adjusting gray coat over black polka dot blouse near framed artwork and couch.
Trailblazers Stories
Still Glamorous at 92: The Remarkable Life of Jeanette Adams
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Two skydivers with harnesses and helmets soar through cloudy skies.
Trailblazers Stories
Lindy Pond: Fearless at Any Altitude
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