"This morning is about remembrance but it is also about responsibility. It is about continuing the work to prevent violence strengthen senior safety and connect people with the support and resources that they need."
"This year, our senior escort program was cut back by $100,000. I'm glad we still have the program. But that means many seniors don't have chance to meet up with their doctors during the time they need to go because we have a long waiting list now."
San Francisco supervisors passed a resolution honoring Grandpa Vicha, who died after being attacked five years ago, highlighting the importance of protecting seniors. Supervisor Alan Wong emphasized the need for community responsibility in preventing violence and connecting seniors with resources. The resolution aims to raise awareness of incidents involving seniors and promote support efforts. However, the senior escort program by Self-Help for the Elderly has faced budget cuts, impacting seniors' access to necessary services.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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