Pasadena Village

Authentic Connections will empower older adults to create their own support networks through relationships made at regular gatherings over shared experiences and interests. Older adult organizers will create and facilitate outings, discussion groups, and explorations of shared interests, with the support of fellow volunteers and Pasadena Village staff. Empowering older adults, especially those who are LGBTQ+, lower income, or differently abled, to pursue outings, interests, and connections that they value, will enrich the entire community.

Connections & Support will empower and equip 1,500+ older adults impacted by the Eaton Fire, particularly to those who are LGBTQ+, African American, or Spanish-speaking. Funding would assist older adults in disaster recovery through peer-support, technology assistance, resource connections, mental health access, fraud prevention, and direct assistance. This initiative is designed with and for older adults to empower them to make informed decisions, build resilience, and navigate the complex recovery processes.

Authentic Connections will empower older adults to create their own support networks through relationships made at regular gatherings over shared experiences and interests. Older adult organizers will create and facilitate outings, discussion groups, and explorations of shared interests, with the support of fellow volunteers and Pasadena Village staff. Empowering older adults, especially those who are LGBTQ+, lower income, or differently abled, to pursue outings, interests, and connections that they value, will enrich the entire community.