Shirley Beauregard: It took a village to move this senior
At 81 years old, I never expected to be in a situation where I had to move unexpectedly without a driver’s license, a car or the strength to lift my belongings.
I went to many organizations for help, but was discouraged at the responses. I decided to call Assemblymember Kristin Olsen’s office. Margie Palomino, director of the local Area Agency on Aging, was contacted along with Elizabeth Price from Stanislaus Senior Foundation and The Grace Moving Company, owned by Patrick and Sally Bolger.
It takes a village to raise a senior!
We have exceptional people and organizations who serve seniors and their special needs with compassion and professionalism. I cannot express the gratitude I have for the help that was given to me in my darkest hours. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for help, seniors; you are not alone and someone cares.
Department of Aging and Veterans Services is a great resource that partners with the Senior Foundation to assist seniors with emergency needs. Any senior can call them at 209 848-2635 or visit http://www.stanislausseniorfoundation.org/.
Shirley Beauregard, Modesto
This story was originally published June 27, 2016 at 5:49 PM with the headline "Shirley Beauregard: It took a village to move this senior."