By SDCN Staff
San Diego, CA–Many older adults in Chula Vista face growing challenges accessing nutritious food, wellness services, transportation and opportunities for social connection.
Chula Vista Community Foundation is investing in community-based solutions through $60,000 in grants to three nonprofit organizations serving local seniors.
The grants were announced during the foundation’s annual Grant Awards celebration held May 21 at Enagic Golf Club at Eastlake.
The grants support the following organizations:
- $20,000 to Mama’s Kitchen to provide medically tailored meals, nutrition education and companion animal food support for more than 200 seniors in Chula Vista living with chronic illnesses, helping older adults stay healthy, independent and connected to their community.
- $20,000 to Parkinson’s Association of San Diego to support 150 seniors and caregivers in Chula Vista living with Parkinson’s disease through adaptive wellness programs, digital literacy training and community-based support that help older adults stay active, connected and independent.
- $20,000 to San Diego Oasis to help 500 older adults in Chula Vista access wellness programs, nutrition services, digital literacy training and social connection opportunities that support healthy aging and independence.
“Across Chula Vista, we are investing in programs that help older adults stay healthy, connected and independent,” said LaVonne Cashman, Chair of the Chula Vista Community Foundation Grants Committee. “Each of these organizations is expanding access to nutritious meals, wellness services and digital tools while helping reduce isolation and barriers to care. CVCF is proud to support community-based solutions that help seniors thrive.”
Since 2011, the Chula Vista Community Foundation has invested more than $920,000 in 48 nonprofit programs that strengthen quality of life for people who live, work and enjoy Chula Vista.
