At A Passion for Care, we’re dedicated to supporting San Diego County’s aging community through a variety of initiatives year-round. Some of our favorite efforts include participation in the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego’s annual Empowerment Day, as well as walks for Parkinson’s Disease, ALS, Alzheimer’s, and Dementia. Additionally, we proudly sponsor aging well-being causes in collaboration with community organizations and regularly present workshops on senior-related topics to promote healthy aging. Below, we’ve highlighted some of our recent activities and contributions.

Partnering with San Diego Oasis

San Diego Oasis (https://san-diego.oasisnet.org/) provides programs promoting healthy longevity and intergenerational literacy, serving older adults and at-risk children in some of San Diego’s neediest public schools.

Most recently, A Passion for Care sponsored the January Taste of Oasis event held at the San Diego Oasis in Rancho Bernardo. This quarterly event coincides with the release of class schedule catalogs in January, April, and August. The day was packed with free wellness demonstrations, instructor presentations, delicious refreshments, and plenty of opportunities to socialize with fellow members. A fan-favorite feature was the exciting drawings for Oasis gift cards that rounded out the day.

Silver Sponsorship Highlights

In November, we served as a Silver Sponsor for the 2024 Black & Bold Gala, as mentioned in our previous newsletter.

In December, we continued our support for the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego as a Silver Sponsor of their 2024 Empowerment Day at Four Points by Sheraton San Diego. This marked our third consecutive year of sponsorship for this impactful event.

Empowerment Day featured an impressive lineup of Parkinson’s Disease experts speaking on topics ranging from new research and treatments to exercise and alternative therapies. Dozens of vendors were also on hand to showcase products and services tailored to Parkinson’s needs. Visit this link for videos of the day’s presentations: https://parkinsonsassociation.org/empowerment-2024/.

Educational Outreach at Ocean Hills Country Club

In January, Pat joined a panel at the Ocean Hills Country Club, a vibrant independent senior community of approximately 2,500 residents in Oceanside. The panel addressed key topics relevant to seniors, including caregiving, assisted living, and end-of-life planning. Pat’s presentation focused on caregiving options, providing valuable insights for the audience.

A Passion for Care is available for workshop presentations on senior aging and learning topics. Contact our office for more information: 858-798-5005

If you or an aging loved one are considering home care in San Diego, CA, please contact the caring staff at A Passion for Care today. Call (858) 798-5005

A Passion for Care is a Trusted Home Care Agency serving San Diego, La Jolla, Del Mar, Rancho Bernardo, Encinitas, Oceanside, Rancho Santa Fe, Point Loma, and surrounding areas.

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Pat Melzer

Owner at A Passion for Care

Like many people in the senior care business, founder Pat Melzer was motivated by personal experience to start an in-home senior service business in 2010. After watching chronic conditions, dementia, and surgeries take over the life of her once very intelligent and lively mother-in-law, Pat saw the enormity of the need for better in-home care. Drawing on her 23 years of experience in the computer industry as a software product manager, engineering manager and computer programmer, she decided to develop best practices to build an organization that provides truly excellent, personalized care. Throughout the company’s history, Pat has been personally and professionally committed to ensuring your loved one receives the quality care they deserve. With often heroic efforts by the staff and dedicated caregivers, the vision has become a reality to be very proud of.

Making the transition to a completely new industry brought the opportunity to learn and grow, which continues still today. Pat studied Gerontology in San Diego State University’s certificate program and became licensed as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), a Home Health Aide (HHA), and completed the California Certification Program for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCCFE) as a Certified Administrator. She presented workshops at Aging in America Conference four years in a row and served as Chair of the San Diego Regional Home Care Council 2019-2020 and was the education board member for several years. More recently, Pat became a Certified Senior Advisor and was a San Diego Business Journal “50 over 50 2022 Women of Influence Honoree”.

Pat and her husband Roland have lived outside San Diego in the San Pasqual Valley for over three decades. She has two children who are grown professionals and three grandchildren. Pat enjoys traveling to, and visits from, family and friends throughout the year. While at home in San Pasqual Valley, she and Roland enjoy peaceful views and exploring the surrounding valleys.

Latest posts by Pat Melzer (see all)

• Championing Senior Well-Being Through Local Initiatives - January 27, 2025
• Why Transportation Options are So Important for A Senior’s Independence - January 23, 2025
• Six Mindfulness Practices for Seniors to Help Them Stay Present and Peaceful - January 13, 2025