Congresswoman Sánchez holds 18th Annual Senior Fair
Over 700 seniors and 40 vendors attended the event
WHITTIER – Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA) hosted her 18th Annual Senior Fair on Friday, August 4 at Cerritos College in Norwalk, CA. This marked the return of Congresswoman Sanchez’s Annual Senior Fair since the pandemic limited larger in-person events. Over 700 constituents and 40 vendors from across the 38th Congressional District attended. Click here for usable videos and photos from the event! Congresswoman Sánchez updated seniors on legislation in Congress that directly affects them and the programs they rely on, such as Social Security, Medicare, and Veterans’ benefits. Seniors participated in free health screenings and consulted with agencies such as the Social Security Administration, Department of Veteran Affairs, and senior advocacy organizations. “Senior Fair is one of my favorite events every year,” Congresswoman Linda Sánchez said to the crowd. “As your voice in Washington, one of the most important parts of my job is making sure our seniors are financially stable and can enjoy their golden years in good health. You’ve worked hard your entire life. You kept your end of the deal. I want to do everything I can to make sure you have access to the resources you need to enjoy retirement. That is one of my biggest goals as your Congresswoman – to be a resource for you at home and strong advocate for you in Washington!” Over 40 vendors were present at the event, offering various services for seniors, including screenings for oral health, visual, and blood oxygen. Other vendors offered information on topics like financial planning, reverse mortgages, elder rights, housing rights, and caregiver assistance. Representatives from the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service and Social Security Administration were also available to answer individual questions. As part of her dedication to serving her constituents, Congresswoman Sánchez had her team of caseworkers available at the Senior Fair to address individual questions. Congresswoman Sanchez’s staff remains accessible to constituents who require assistance. If seniors were not able to attend the Senior Fair, have questions, or need help finding information, Congresswoman Sánchez encourages them to contact her office by calling (562) 860 - 5050 or visiting www.lindasanchez.house.gov. A free lunch was provided by Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District and water for the entire group was provide by the Water Replenishment District.
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