At our age, anything that promises to add more years to our lives catches our attention. A magazine article that caught my eye proved book readers live an average of almost two years longer than those who do not read books. Like most of you, I keep books on my shelves that I revisit as I do … [Read more...]
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A Golden day for Rona Barrett
A Golden day for Rona Barrett Ribbon cutting at Golden Inn & Village opens doors to seniors, families Len Wood, Staff Rona Barrett speaks as Santa Barbara County Supervisor Doreen Farr, state Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson and Congresswoman Lois Capps, from left, listen during the … [Read more...]
Rona Barrett, others celebrate Golden Day
Rona Barrett, others celebrate Golden Day
And the winner is … our senior loved ones
Past Oscar acceptance speeches keep rattling around in my head. Remember Will Ferrell, when the music awkwardly interrupted his fellow presenter Jack Black's speech and he said to Black, "See? You're boring!" I can certainly relate to Sandra Bullock's, "Did I really earn this, or did I just … [Read more...]
Santa Maria Times: Rona Barrett shines at glamorous Golden Inn & Village benefit
The main hall in the Solvang Veterans Memorial Building never looked so glamorous as on Saturday when it was taken over for a fundraiser for the Rona Barrett Foundation Golden Inn & Village (GIV). The celebration doubled as Barrett's 80th birthday party. More than 16 years in the works, GIV … [Read more...]
Rona Barrett Foundation Welcomes Roger Battistone as New Board Member
Santa Ynez Valley, Calif., September 9, 2016– The Rona Barrett Foundation is pleased to welcome Roger Battistone as a new board member. Battistone brings to the Foundation extensive experience in national entrepreneurship, business leadership, operations and growth, philanthropy and a deep … [Read more...]
Noozhawk: Rona Barrett Foundation Welcomes Roger Battistone as New Board Member
The Rona Barrett Foundation is pleased to welcome Roger Battistone as a new board member. Battistone brings to the Foundation extensive experience in national entrepreneurship, business leadership, operations and growth, philanthropy and a deep connection with Santa Barbara County. For … [Read more...]
NPRN: The Legendary Harry James Orchestra Directed By Fred Radke To Headline Rona Barrett Foundation Fundraiser
Santa Ynez, Calif., August 29, 2016— The Rona Barrett Foundation is excited to announce the legendary Harry James Orchestra directed by Fred Radke will perform at the Foundation’s Big Band Celebration Ball fundraising gala on Saturday, October 8th. The event will support the needs of … [Read more...]
Yardi Blog: Affordable Housing
While senior living options Ronacontinue to expand and improve, older adults with limited resources often find themselves without affordable alternatives. For decades, Rona Barrett made a name for herself covering celebrity news – and plenty of gossip – for a myriad of publications and … [Read more...]