Sunday, March 21, 2021
3:00 pm: OPENING CEREMONY
JOIN US safely on Zoom as we launch a week of festivities to entertain, enlighten, and engage you—our caring community.
In the midst of challenging times, we pause to thank those who faithfully support and reflect our mission.
In addition to an exciting auction, we’ll recognize distinguished honorees (see below) through special tribute videos and stories.
Come as a sponsor, auction bidder, and guest. SHARE THIS LINK WITH FRIENDS! With your help we make it possible for seniors to receive vital services they need to live independently with dignity in their own homes.
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Deb’s 2020 Thank You to the Community
2021 Honorees
KRISTEN CHAZAUD
TEX CORNWELL AMBASSADOR AWARD
Kristen seeks challenges and finds solutions. As owner of Keepsake Companions, Kristen embraces and supports the needs of older adults in our community, not just as a business, but as a passion. “I see no boundaries,” cites Kristen when asked about helping seniors. “We have to work together as a society to take care of all people.” Kristen’s advocacy for older adults has epic impact with global reach–through ElderHelp, through legislative involvement, and through relentless efforts to create a better world for all.
MICHELE KINKADE
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
As one of 11 children, Michele was raised by parents who believed in serving. After retiring from a career in systems engineering, Michele joined ElderHelp’s volunteer team as a friendly visitor, Seniors A Go Go driver, and office volunteer making check-in calls on Friday mornings. Overhearing staff discuss implementation of a new software system, Michele jumped in to help—giving us more time with clients and helping us work more efficiently.
THE SYCUAN BAND OF THE KUMEYAAY NATION
CORPORATE PARTNER
Honoring a rich tradition of respect for elders, The Sycuan Band of Kumeyaay Indians supports local seniors. We are grateful for a 20 year partnership that spans program support, volunteer service, and in-kind donations that directly improve the lives older adults.
LIEUTENANT COLONEL JOHN SEISSIGER
INSPIRATIONAL SENIOR
Enlisting at age 17, John’s service to country as a US Marine spanned 30 years. He fought in three wars, came home, earned a Master’s degree from SDSU, and built a life in San Diego as a CPA. But ask John about his astounding accomplishments, and he’ll humbly tell you that he “had nothing better to do.” Lee Covell, John’s former employer–now friend and companion—is honored to support this hero who lives independently in his home.
THE G.O.L.D. DIGGERS
Gifts of Loving Donors
COMMUNITY PARTNER
Founded on the principles of Philanthropy, Friendship, & Community, the G.O.L.D. Diggers set out to make “Gifts Of Loving Donors” to San Diego’s most vulnerable populations. From a core group of just four women, they’ve donated over $715,000 over the past 25 years to worthy causes San Diego causes. We at ElderHelp are honored to be one of them. Through their famous “Hats Off” events, they build community awareness and raise not only valuable funding, but also the spirits of everyone they encounter.
GILBERT OLSON
CYNTHIA HANSEN MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
As ElderHelp’s Program Coordinator, Cynthia had a gentle, yet direct approach to making sure seniors received the vital services they needed. Honoring her memory, we’re recognizing Gilbert Olson a client who loves and appreciates his rides through Seniors A Go Go and the friendly visitors who spend time chatting about times gone by.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2020 SPONSORS!
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
In Kind & Custom Sponsors
2019 GALLERY
“All San Diegans need to pay attention to this vulnerable population. Congratulations to ElderHelp for finding innovative solutions that help seniors live independently in their homes.”
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