What people are saying…

  • "At first, I thought, ‘not for me.’ But my first day was good. I was like, ‘oh, I’m coming back.’ The people here are good we actually do things—not just sit around. I painted a birdhouse. A birdhouse! And I love the barber shop—I haven’t felt this sharp in years."

    — George R., Participant

  • "Honestly, when I refer someone to Hanna Z, I feel good about it. I know they’re going to be taken care of, not just babysat. It’s not like some of the other places I’ve seen. People there are smiling, doing activities they actually seem to enjoy. It’s… it’s a place with heart, you know?"


    — Amanda K., Social Worker

  • "My dad is not the easiest guy to please, but he really likes Hanna Z. He talks about the food, the staff, and his ‘buddies’ there. He even mentioned joining a cooking class, which made me laugh because he’s never cooked a thing in his life. I’m just glad he’s happy and not home watching the same TV shows all day."


    — Michael T., Family Member

  • "Every time I visit Hanna Z, every room has a buzz. Like… there’s life in the room. It's hard to explain. But I know there will always be people eating, laughing, music playing, someone’s humbly painting the most beautiful artwork you've ever seen—it feels warm. They’ve created something special here. It’s not just a program—it’s a place people want to be. And that’s a gem for any community. I'm grateful we have it here."


    — Megan K., Community Organization Lead

  • "Hanna Z changed my dad's life. I haven't seen him smile so much in years. What a gift."


    — Victoria P., Caregiver

  • "I wasn’t sure about this place at first. You know how it is, you don’t want to feel… forgotten. But it’s not like that here. They know my name, they know what I like. The food’s good, the people are better, and I even got a manicure last week. At my age! A manicure! Feels good to feel good, you know?"


    — Masha M., Participant

  • "Hanna Z has been a game-changer for my mom. She went from spending long, lonely days at home to looking forward to every morning at her good times place. She’s painting, dancing, and acting like her old self again. The staff is warm, attentive, and truly invested in every person there. Knowing she’s happy and cared for has given me so much peace of mind."


    — Jessica L., Caregiver