“I feel so fortunate to have Rona Gladden join the Las Vegas Senior Lifeline team. She has a calm confidence that is well earned through her 25 years of experience,”   said Lisa Popovsky, Director of Las Vegas Senior Lifeline of the Jewish Federation.  “During her interview, Rona told me she enjoyed working with the senior population. But the first time I saw her interact with our seniors I knew that she more than enjoys working with seniors, she truly loves just being around them.”  

“Of all the positions I have held I always find those where I was able to work with seniors the most satisfying. Providing services can be very complicated, but I think that sometimes they just need someone to listen.  I am very blessed to have this opportunity. ” states Gladden.

Rona recently moved her from California where she gained a wide range of experience in non- profit organizations and state funded programs.  She has worked in group homes for juvenile delinquents, teaching at non-public schools for at risk adolescents and extensive case management services for developmentally disabled adults, children and seniors.

Rona has a BA in Sociology with a certification is Social Work from California State University San Bernardino and has completed extensive graduate level coursework Education.  She was considered a career in teaching but social service is her true passion.

Rona said, “I am looking forward to assisting seniors to maintain their independence. I feel the Las Vegas Senior Lifeline is providing services that can enhance the senior’s way of life. The services that are offered here at the Las Vegas Senior Lifeline are some of the best I’ve seen. ”

The Las Vegas Senior Lifeline is a non-denominational program of the Jewish Federation of Las Vegas.  This grant-funded program provides social services to low-income seniors who need assistance to remain living independently in their own homes.  The social service resources available are: transportation to shopping and medical appointments, homemaking, nutrition and prescription assistance support and supplies.  The program also has a senior center that offers congregate meals.

For more information about the Jewish Federation’s Senior Lifeline Program or how to get involved please contact Lisa Popovsky, Director at 702-933-1191 or Lisa@jewishlasvegas.com