2021 DPSS Annual Report Online_FINAL

Annual Report 2020/2021

Adult Services

Woman of the Year: MICHAELA WILLIAMS

Michaela Williams with Adult Services leads an award- winning team that protects seniors and at-risk adults from financial fraud and homelessness. That work earned her an honor — the “Woman of the Year” Award for 2020. The woman of the year award celebrates Women’s History Month. Each March, senators and assembly members recognize women making a difference in communities across the state. Williams was nominated by Senator Richard Roth (D-Riverside). Williams, a Senior Community Program Specialist with the Curtailing Abuse Related to the Elderly (C.A.R.E.)

Program, also served as co-chair of the annual Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Symposium. Williams coordinates a specialized team of medical, behavioral health, social services, law enforcement, and other partners to safeguard at-risk seniors from housing instability and homelessness. Roth selected Williams for the Woman of the Year award for her advocacy. “Ms. Williams has helped get justice for those who have been financially exploited and played a critical role in getting resources and support for our most vulnerable residents during this pandemic.”

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