The Valentine's Day Dance at the Los Angeles LGBT Center highlighted the importance of community for seniors. Attendees, such as Danny Rios and Carmelita Gabriel, emphasized that such events provide essential social interactions, helping combat isolation. Mike Lopez, the center's activities manager, pointed out that seniors often experience loneliness, making community spaces vital. The celebration also included another event at the Pan Pacific Senior Activity Center, aiming to reconnect individuals after pandemic closures through card-making and celebrations of happiness.
It's just a good time to reflect and to make somebody else happy by receiving a card.
I love to be around people. Life is too short. You gotta go get somebody!
Seniors face isolation. Any space and community we can provide is the essence of our work.
Since I joined this center, I am so happy.
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