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Mail-in voting under fire — Seniors could be hit hardest

August 2025

Published by Spectrum NewsBy Nathalie Basha President Donald Trump is once again taking aim at mail-in voting, announcing on Truth Social that he is leading the campaign to end the policy altogether. “Elections can never be honest with mail-in ballots/voting, and everybody, in particular the Democrats, knows this,” he wrote. “I, and the Republican Party, will…

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Seniors Make Up a Growing Share of Los Angeles’ Homeless Population

August 2025

Published by Westside Current by Rachael Gaudiosi LOS ANGELES —Jane Jefferies, born and raised on the Westside, became unhoused for the first time this February. Now in her 60s and relying on Social Security, Jefferies says her benefits only cover the costs of living in her vehicle. Unable to find work willing to hire a…

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Trump’s order on homelessness gets it all wrong, and here’s why

July 2025

By Steve LopezPhotography by Genaro MolinaPublished by the Los Angeles Times President Trump has the answer to homelessness. Forcibly clear the streets. On Thursday, he signed an executive order to address “endemic vagrancy” and end “crime and disorder on our streets.” He called for the use of “civil commitments” to get those who suffer from mental illness or…

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LA’s population of unhoused older adults is growing while services are being cut

July 2025

By Makenna SievertsonPublished by LAist Congress has cut federal funding for public media – a $3.5 million dollar loss for LAist. We are counting on readers like you to protect our nonprofit newsroom. Become a monthly member and sustain local journalism. The number of unhoused people living in and around Los Angeles is trending downward, local…

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Eli Veitzer’s, JFSLA CEO, Interview on KPPC Radio

July 2025

The number of unhoused older adults is rising fast—up more than 17% since last year. JFSLA CEO, Eli Veitzer spoke to the urgent need for support in a recent KPCC feature, saying for older adults, homelessness is a matter of “life or death.”

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Homeless Count on the rise for L.A. County seniors

July 2025

“It’s not just a meal—it’s a lifeline.” As senior homelessness rises, JFSLA continues to provide vital support to older adults across L.A. This Spectrum story shows why our work matters more than ever.

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CEO Eli Veitzer’s ‘Wake Up Call’ on KNX News Radio

June 2025

In a powerful interview with Emily Valdez of KNX News Radio, JFSLA CEO Eli Veitzer sheds light on the growing crisis facing vulnerable older adults as federal budget cuts threaten critical state and city services. 🔊 Listen now on our YouTube channel https://youtu.be/ELy3lV0IyZA

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The benefits and financial challenges of providing food to Los Angeles senior citizens.

May 2025

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Jewish Family Service LA Contracts with FEMA to Help L.A. Wildfire Survivors

April 2025

Reported by Westside Current LOS ANGELES — Jewish Family Service LA is proud to announce a two-year contract with FEMA to offer disaster case management services to survivors of the L.A. wildfires. Services include helping survivors find emergency shelter and access FEMA financial assistance for essential items and expenses not covered by insurance. JFSLA will begin…

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Concern Over Proposed Changes to Social Security

April 2025

Thank you to Spectrum News for shining a light on the urgent challenges facing our vulnerable senior community. In this latest report, they highlight voices from JFSLA, including one of our own clients—a former Social Security attorney—sharing firsthand insights on the impact of recent cuts. Together, we continue to advocate for dignity and security for…