Annual Life Options Expo linked residents to crucial resources

Veterans Plaza was bustling with energy on June 30 as residents flocked to and fro at the Life Options Expo, gathering advice and information on how to live their best, healthiest lives.

The annual expo brings a myriad of health providers to Leisure World, creating a dense resource of crucial health information in residents’ backyard. The event was presented by GRF in partnership with Sunrise of Seal Beach Assisted Living.

Various vendors from home care and elder care agencies, residential care facilities, county organizations and more presented information on their services along with giveaways, raffles, games, snacks and refreshments. Representatives from Lucent Hospice entertained people with Plinko games and prizes.

“I love it! There are so many things and information to choose from that I may need in the future,” said Mutual 4 resident John Russell, who’s attended the expo for the past six years.

The LW Orchestra provided entertainment and people enjoyed food options and sweets for purchase from Mandi’s Candies Ice Cream and Berlin Food Truck.

The ambiance, along with beautiful sunny weather, was welcoming and pleasant. The excitement was palpable, as people gathered to watch presentations and review products and services.

The hugely popular event was deemed a success.

Residents perused a variety of booths, collecting snacks and prizes along the way.