Having watched my mother live her last years here in Santa Monica, while being vulnerable with alzheimers and dependent upon the care of others - I know personally how critical it is that we ensure that seniors in our community can age gracefully, comfortably and independently as possible.
 
I enthusiastically support city funding for organizations like Meals on Wheels,  Westside Independent Services to the Elderly (WISE) and others, to ensure that we provide sufficient meals and in-home services, viable transportation / mobility options, mental and physical health support, affordable housing, and lively social, cultural and educational opportunities for our senior community.