Hometown Stories

Season 8, Episode 12

Episode Title: Yuko Kuroda's Legacy of Care

Air Date: 2019-05-04

Overview:

Yuko Kuroda dedicated herself to helping disaster victims live healthy, independent lives. She worked hard to understand their individual needs and tailor her support to meet them. She believed in the importance of building a community and keeping people from becoming isolated -- no matter how old or ill they were. Yuko passed away 5 years ago, but people across Japan continue to carry on her mission. We look at their efforts and struggles to follow her path and honor her legacy.