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PATH RIBBON CUTTING for the dedication of the final phase of its Metro Villas (whose colorful rooftop sign is very visible on the south side of the Hollywood Freeway, just east of Vermont Avenue). Holding the giant scissors in the center of the photo is PATH Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Hark Dietz. Photo by Gary Leonard

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(Continued from page 1) our streets and sidewalks is to utilize available parcels in multi-family zoned neighborhoods and along arterial streets to build permanent housing.

On Sept. 30, numerous community leaders came together near Beverly Boulevard, just east of Vermont Avenue, to celebrate the grand opening of the second and final phase of PATH Metro Villas, an expansive urban campus providing permanent and interim housing and supportive services for low-income households and veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness. The affordable apartments in the project have available a range of on-site support services.

Created and operated by People Assisting the Homeless (PATH) and its development arm, PATH Ventures, this residential complex includes services such as case management offices, community rooms, and a variety of amenities including mental and community health care clinics. This is what comprises supportive housing — facilities that reinforce an holistic and service rich approach to housing people formerly experiencing homelessness. PATH

Now a large, statewide organization, PATH actually started in Westwood in 1984. It was founded following a community meeting the previous December at Westwood Presbyterian Church.

Committed to ending homelessness for individuals, families, and communities in California, PATH now accomplishes this by building affordable supportive housing and providing homeless services in more than 150 cities.

An example of a PATH project immediately adjacent to single-family homes is Winnetka Village Apartments, built by PATH in 2016 and pictured on the front page of this issue. Housing First

Numerous speakers at the PATH Metro Villas dedication

FRANCO’S 65TH BIRTHDAY on October 17 is celebrated outside of Peet’s Coffee on Larchmont. From left: Nick, Helene Seifer, Anthony Azizi, Marilyn Wells, Franco Iervolino (aka Giorgio) and Alan Perlstein. Franco now resides in senior assisted living nearby.

Photo by John Welborne

emphasized that these new apartments are testament to the power of Housing First – the proven effective approach that prioritizes providing people with safe, stable homes. Of course, both candidates now running to be the city’s next mayor also emphasize that there still needs to be a transitional step of getting people off of the street and into interim housing.

The supportive homes at PATH Metro Villas end homelessness for the residents, and the project’s wrap-around services support their ongoing physical and mental health needs, ensuring that they can reach their goals.

At the dedication event, PATH Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Hark Dietz said of the completed project, “[It] epitomizes the partnerships that are required to end homelessness for individuals, families and communities. Through public funding, private giving, and community collaboration, we are able to end homelessness for nearly 200 people and provide them with comprehensive services to help them thrive.” More information is at: epath.org. PATH Ventures

The development arm of the nonprofit organization was started in 2007. PATH Ventures builds and operates affordable rental homes paired with on-site services. PATH Ventures has nearly 2,500 affordable and supportive homes constructed or in pre-development. Learn more: bit.ly/3StrEnk. 17th Annual Jazz Night

To help raise funds for its continued production of affordable homes, PATH Ventures is hosting its 17th Annual Jazz Night at The Broad Stage in Santa Monica on Thurs., Nov. 3. Tickets for the fundraising cock-

‘Sweet Dreams’

“Sweet Dreams of Service,” the Assistance League of Los Angeles’ Family Day of Service, is Sat., Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the League’s Chapter House at 6640 Sunset Blvd. Visit: sweetdreamsandcozynights. eventbrite.com. tail reception, dinner and live jazz concert start at $200, and more information is available from katiet@epath.org and at: bit.ly/3F9MQvM.

skin deep skin deep

by Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald by Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald Q: How do I choose between Ultherapy and Thermage? A: While both popular FDAapproved options have become modern day alternatives to a face lift, your best choice really comes down to how you age. Both devices use heat to stimulate collagen production in the deep layers of the skin: radiofrequency (FR) energy from Thermage, and ultrasound technology from Ultherapy. Here’s where it gets specific to you. We can generally categorize the way faces age into what some call “sinkers” and “saggers.” While we’re all a combo of both types, we tend to lean toward one over the other. If you’ve had a fairly angular face through the years and volume loss and thin creepy skin are what you’re looking to improve, you’re a sinker. If you started off with a fuller face and are now eyeing folds and jowls in the mirror, yes, you’re a sagger. I promise the news gets better. A sinker will reap greater benefit from the skintightening skills of Thermage. The treatment is superb at smoothing lines and wrinkles. So much so that Thermage can function as a Botox alternative for brow lines. Ulthera’s deep tissue-lifting capability is ideal for saggers. Imagine a restored smooth jawline, lifted jowls and improved facial contours. And if you’re truly a combination of both facial aging types, we can customize our approach for you with both Thermage and Ulthera. Contact our office for your face lift alternative consultation and let’s get started. Q: How do I choose between Ultherapy and Thermage? A: While both popular FDAapproved options have become modern day alternatives to a face lift, your best choice really comes down to how you age. Both devices use heat to stimulate collagen production in the deep layers of the skin: radiofrequency (FR) energy from Thermage, and ultrasound technology from Ultherapy. Here’s where it gets specific to you. We can generally categorize the way faces age into what some call “sinkers” and “saggers.” While we’re all a combo of both types, we tend to lean toward one over the other. If you’ve had a fairly angular face through the years and volume loss and thin creepy skin are what you’re looking to improve, you’re a sinker. If you started off with a fuller face and are now eyeing folds and jowls in the mirror, yes, you’re a sagger. I promise the news gets better. A sinker will reap greater benefit from the skintightening skills of Thermage. The treatment is superb at smoothing lines and wrinkles. So much so that Thermage can function as a Botox alternative for brow lines. Ulthera’s deep tissue-lifting capability is ideal for saggers. Imagine a restored smooth jawline, lifted jowls and improved facial contours. And if you’re truly a combination of both facial aging types, we can customize our approach for you with both Thermage and Ulthera. Contact our office for your face lift alternative consultation and let’s get started.

Adv. Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald is a Board Certified Dermatologist located in Larchmont Village with a special focus on anti-aging technology. She is a member of the Botox Cosmetic National Education Faculty and is an international Training Physician for Dermik, the makers of the injectable Sculptra. She is also among a select group of physicians chosen to teach proper injection techniques for Radiesse, the volumizing filler, around the world. Dr. Fitzgerald is an assistant clinical professor at UCLA. Visit online at www.RebeccaFitzgeraldMD. com or call (323) 464-8046 to schedule an appointment. Adv. Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald is a Board Certified Dermatologist located in Larchmont Village with a special focus on anti-aging technology. She is a member of the Botox Cosmetic National Education Faculty and is an international Training Physician for Dermik, the makers of the injectable Sculptra. She is also among a select group of physicians chosen to teach proper injection techniques for Radiesse, the volumizing filler, around the world. Dr. Fitzgerald is an assistant clinical professor at UCLA. Visit online at www.RebeccaFitzgeraldMD. com or call (323) 464-8046 to schedule an appointment.