Janice Yen: Ive been friends with Alan and Yvonne Nishio for over 50 years.

the OAA implemented a bilingual welfare call check-in project.the OAA celebrated the 110th anniversary of its formation and the 20th anniversary of the OAA Center facilities in Gardena.

A smaller year-end giving campaign is being organized in its place.In partnership with the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofits).OAA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to promote Okinawan culture and to contribute to local and international cultural exchanges.

a face mask project to sew and distribute reusable cloth masks to senior members as well as frontline healthcare workers and residents of local care facilities.a total of 20 young Okinawans were awarded the OAAs annual high school scholarships.

the organization provided free online information sessions leading up to the seventh Worldwide Uchinaanchu Taikai/Festival.

Hashimoto Community Service Award from the Nisei Week Foundation and raised over $33The survey not only allowed us to know the preferences and needs of older adults and caregivers in Our Community but also helped us reconnect with individuals and organizations that Keiro may have not connected with after the sale of our former facilities.

A decline in health was the biggest trigger for moving to a senior residential facility.self-sustaining program or service in the future through focus groups and feasibility studies throughout this year.

with an option to request a mailed survey.This survey was part of Keiros ongoing commitment to better understand the evolving needs of Our Community.