#Humblebrag Holiday Season

This holiday season, the South County Center became a true hub of generosity thanks to a beautiful community partnership that brought comfort and joy to older adults who often spend the holidays at home alone.

Alice Appel (SCA) and Angie Reed (HDMC) worked closely with our home-delivered meal participants to learn what they were facing this season, listening with care and compassion as individuals shared both practical needs and simple holiday wishes. From there, they helped create thoughtful wish lists tailored to each person, reflecting not just what was needed, but what would make them feel seen, remembered, and celebrated.

Pam Sterneau from Garden Place then picked up the wish lists and shared them with her employee group, and once again, the Garden Place team stepped up in an extraordinary way. Their employees purchased gifts for our homebound clients and wrapped each one with care. Pam personally returned the beautifully wrapped packages to the South County Center, ensuring every detail was handled with love. Garden Place has supported this tradition for more than five years, and their continued generosity has become a meaningful lifeline for the older adults we serve.

With the help of Aging Ahead volunteers, these gift bags were delivered directly to the doorsteps of homebound individuals, bringing warmth, kindness, and holiday cheer to those who need it most. For many, it wasn’t just a gift, it was a reminder that their community hadn’t forgotten them.

This effort is a powerful example of what’s possible when caring people come together, neighbors supporting neighbors, and a community spreading goodness.