The Borrego Seniors Community Center staff and volunteers partnered with the San Diego Seniors Community Foundation to bring holiday cheer to our homebound elders in the Borrego Springs area. The week before Christmas, along with meals, the volunteers delivered a holiday-themed gift bag with puzzle activity books including a pencil and sharpener, a local phone book, back scratcher, spa/bath tools, warm fuzzy socks, and household items such as scented wipes and a bright battery-operated lantern. 

“It was such a pleasure to see the glow that these gifts made to these otherwise socially isolated seniors. They appreciated it and this grant enabled us to be able to provide this for them,” said Executive Director Leslie Greathouse. 

In addition, our volunteers brought them each a living house plant which was a holiday themed Poinsettia; along with a signature artwork piece crafted by the Children’s Center. The art was a reindeer created from children’s footprints that included the festive touch of a little red bow. 

“It is a joy to know that homebound or isolated people are thought of in a special way and I love seeing the beautiful artwork from the children’s center. Knowing the colorful passion that my own 20-month-old daughter (who attends the Children’s Center) creates when she is coloring art to share with someone else; it connects the youth and seniors in a unique and heartfelt way that counts.” ~ Assistant Executive Director Jennifer Dodge-Heater.

Our seniors were grateful and excited to receive these gifts and called to leave messages expressing their appreciation. “I am very appreciative of the thoughtful holiday gifts I received!” ~ Cinder. 

Another was enthusiastically thankful; sending a holiday card sharing the Joys of Christmas.. “Thank you so much for all the trips made to my house for food! Happy New year! "~ Rita Ann. 

On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers and especially our home bound seniors, we are sending a big shout out to the San Diego Seniors Community Foundation for this heartwarming gift to our community, the No Senior Alone for the Holidays grant, which made possible our successful gift bag outreach event!

Seniors Community Center Volunteer Mary Mossay bringing

 holiday cheer to Nutrition Client Rita Anne

The Children's Center Forms the Foundation of the Community

At the Children’s Center, loving and caring teachers provide a safe and nurturing place for the children of our young working families. Without the Children’s Center, our local families, especially moms, would not be able to pursue their careers and provide for their families. 

Our teachers, led by Center Director Teresa West, provide social, emotional and physical support to their students while maintaining a safe and educational school environment.

Please take a moment to support this vital agency that is providing essential care and service to the working families of Borrego Springs.

Donations can be mailed to PO Box 1362, Borrego Springs 92004, or use the "DONATE NOW" button below to donate via PayPal or credit card. All donations are fully tax deductible.

The Children's Center wants to express gratitude to

a Major Donor of 2024

The Alphonse A. Burnand

Medical and Educational Foundation