In June 2025, SDWF will award unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations working to prevent and address senior isolation and loneliness by fostering ongoing or increased social and community connections, particularly for those most acutely impacted—low-income individuals, those from under-resourced communities, the homebound, and individuals with disabilities.

Join us on Wednesday, January 22nd, to hear from Amy Abrams, Chief Community Health Officer at Grossmont Healthcare District, and Israel Hernandez, Associate State Director – Advocacy at AARP California, as they discuss the critical issue of senior isolation and loneliness and explore strategies to address this growing concern.

Please note: Registration is required in advance to receive the Zoom link.

About our Speakers:

Amy Abrams holds a joint Master of Social Work and Master of Public Health from San Diego State University. She started her career in aging life care management, supporting individuals with chronic conditions and their caregivers. For seven years, Amy led education and community outreach programs at Alzheimer’s San Diego

Israel Hernandez is the Associate Director for Advocacy and Community Engagement at AARP San Diego. A former Marine Intelligence Specialist, he holds a BS in Health Communication from SDSU and an MA in Psychology & Human Behavior from National University. Israel has managed homes for adults with developmental disabilities and mental illness and led the Orange County Family Housing Agency.