San Diego Women’s Foundation awards to $240K to fight senior isolation

San Diego Women s Foundation Photo via SDWF Facebook Page Since its founding in the San Diego Women s Foundation has united over women each year to pool tools and award impactful grants to causes that strengthen the local district Together they have granted more than million to charitable organizations throughout San Diego County In June SDWF members awarded in multi-year unrestricted funding to four outstanding organizations tackling a critical issue senior isolation and loneliness a growing challenge linked to serious fitness risks and reduced quality of life among older adults The grantees Bayside Neighborhood Center ElderHelp Casa Familiar and Serving Seniors offer vital programs such as social engagement sessions home visits and advocacy services designed to reconnect isolated seniors and promote well-being Through these grants and ongoing efforts SDWF continues its commitment to fostering a stronger healthier population where all members especially vulnerable seniors can thrive