NAMPA, Idaho (CBS2) — Cassie Knudsen, a 96-year-old volunteer, has been a dedicated presence at the Nampa Senior Center for three decades. Her commitment to the center has only grown over the years, particularly since 2021, when she increased her volunteer days from one to five days per week to help the thrift shop thrive.
“After COVID and when we were closed all the time, she asked to run the shop here,” said Nampa Senior Center coordinator Sam Atchley. “I’m like, oh my gosh, what a blessing. She’s done an amazing job.”
Knudsen’s work at the thrift shop has inspired many, including Nampa Senior Center volunteer Wilma Anderson, who said, “I’m amazed at the things that she can still do. It makes me think, well, maybe I better be trying!”…