Joe Cislowski Joins H.E.L.P.

H.E.L.P. is pleased to announce that Joseph A. Cislowski, M.P.P., will join H.E.L.P. as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 15, 2007.

Joe is articulate, strongly committed to H.E.L.P.'s mission, and has substantial experience with both aging programs and nonprofit management. Throughout his career, he has worked to solve problems facing the most vulnerable members of our society. His 15 years of nonprofit management experience includes heading the Independent Living Center, in Claremont, CA; the Southern California Leadership Network, in Los Angeles; and the Center for Health Care Rights, also in Los Angeles.

Joe and his leadership are a key part of continuing H.E.L.P. and its crucial services for the long haul. Co-founders Ed and Pat Long welcome Joe enthusiastically. They will continue in H.E.L.P. program, advocacy and outreach work -- and hope to stay involved with H.E.L.P. for the rest of their lives.

For more background on Joe (PDF format).

August 1, 2007