Essence of Life Awards
Essence of Life honors ElderHelp’s community of supporters and those who advance our mission of helping seniors age with dignity and independence in their own homes. Thank you to our guests, honorees, sponsors and supporters for celebrating with us on March 23, 2025. View the videos of our honorees by clicking on their photos bellow. Pictures and more will be posted soon.
2025 Essence of Life Honorees
Fabienne Hanks—Inspirational Senior
San Diego Women’s Foundation—Community Partner
Dawn Saad—Volunteer Spotlight
Nikki Ostrem—F.V. “Tex” Cornwell Ambassador
Russell Winslow— F.V. “Tex” Cornwell Ambassador
Joanne “Joedy” Adams—Cynthia Hansen Client Spotlight
About Essence of Life
Essence of Life is a celebration event that honors ElderHelp’s community of supporters and those who advance our mission of helping seniors age with dignity and independence in their own homes.
2025 photos will be posted soon.
On March 23, 2025 we gathered at the beautiful Southwestern Yacht Club to commemorate five decades of achievement while celebrating the heartwarming stories of our honorees.
Thank you to our Presenting sponsor
Thank you to these additional sponsors
2025 Essence of Life Committee
Sarah Mariuz, Chair
Jaimie Christensen and Leta Keyes, Auction Co-Chairs
Keely East
MaryAnn Lentini
Sylvia Lowell
Mercedes Margritz
Chris Mirsky
Patty Moises
Mimi Murray
Francy Nichols
April Rysewyk
Carmen Sanchez
Lauren Shetterly
Amy Sutter
Jeanne Walsh