Today is Groundhog Day — a small tradition that always brings to mind the film many of us know so well.

Rooted in the spirit of the Daughters of Charity, we serve those most in need without condition — with reverence for each person’s dignity and the belief that every neighbor deserves to be seen and valued.

January is National Poverty Awareness Month — a time to name a reality that too often goes unseen, especially among older adults.

We recognize the generosity of Ralphs and Food 4 Less/Foods Co., whose recent gift to Vincentian charities in Los Angeles reflects shared values and a shared commitment to caring for our neighbors.

This week, students from Niagara University volunteered at St. Vincent Meals on Wheels and Hotel Dieu—working in the kitchen, packing meals, and spending time with residents.

As we step into 2026, our focus remains clear: preparing and delivering food and love to homebound seniors across Los Angeles County. That commitment is carried forward every day by the people behind the scenes who make sure our mission stays strong, responsive, and rooted in care.

For longtime Circle of Angels donors Michelle and Charlie Kirkpatrick, service isn’t an abstract idea. It’s something they’ve woven into their lives, their family, and their understanding of responsibility to others.

Because of you, seniors across Los Angeles are seen, cared for, and not forgotten.

A new year always invites us to ask not only what needs to be done — but what more might be possible.

As we begin a new year, I find myself looking ahead not by leaving the past behind, but by carrying forward what has sustained us.