by Sarah Benson | Nov 16, 2024 | Our Stories, Our Volunteers
By Andrea Hogan, Chairperson of the ElderHelp Board of Directors It was my mother’s diagnosis with Alzheimer’s that made me first think about aging and subsequently compelled me to get involved with ElderHelp of San Diego. I am almost embarrassed to admit that up until that point, I just...
by Sarah Benson | Aug 5, 2024 | Our Stories
He reached for my hand, and for 10 strong seconds, we connected. “I miss human touch,” he said. “I miss having someone to talk to. That’s why I appreciate ElderHelp. You give me a connection, and I need that. Everybody needs that.” Mel recently celebrated his 90th birthday. On hand was his...
by Sarah Benson | Jul 30, 2024 | Our Stories
Bruno receives food pantry support from ElderHelp and also utilizes rides through Seniors A Go Go to get to his doctors’ appointments and to help with errands. At 90, Bruno has no living relatives in the U.S. and just a few friends. He said the birthday card we sent him for his 90th was the...
by Sarah Benson | Jul 22, 2024 | Our Stories
Her two-room apartment abounds with memories–collectibles, mementos, photos of happy times and sentimental reminders of loss. She grieves the recent death of her son. With declining vision, she had to give up her car. Yet Thalicia’s life is joyful. A music lover, she fills her days and her spirit...
by Sarah Benson | Jul 8, 2024 | Our Stories
