{"id":80175,"date":"2026-04-22T00:46:46","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T07:46:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=80175"},"modified":"2026-04-22T00:46:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T07:46:46","slug":"supervisor-alan-wong-ratanapakdee-family-and-community-leaders-honor-grandpa-vicha-and-advance-ongoing-efforts-on-senior-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=80175","title":{"rendered":"Supervisor Alan Wong, Ratanapakdee Family, and Community Leaders Honor Grandpa Vicha and Advance Ongoing Efforts on Senior Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"

SAN FRANCISCO<\/strong>\u00a0– Supervisor Alan Wong was joined by members of the Ratanapakdee family and community leaders today to honor the life and legacy of Vicha Ratanapakdee and reaffirm San Francisco\u2019s commitment to protecting seniors and preventing violence.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The gathering brought together service providers working on the front lines of senior safety, including Self-Help for the Elderly, Senior Power, and CYC. Speakers highlighted the importance of prevention, community-based support, and ensuring seniors feel safe and connected in their daily lives.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cToday is about remembrance, but it is also about responsibility,\u201d said Supervisor Alan Wong. \u201cHonoring Grandpa Vicha means continuing the work to prevent violence, strengthen senior safety, and make sure our seniors feel supported every day.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Monthanus Ratanapakdee, daughter of Vicha Ratanapakdee, shared remarks on behalf of the family, emphasizing the importance of community support and continued awareness.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cMy father deserved to feel safe walking in his neighborhood,\u201d said Monthanus Ratanapakdee. \u201cWe hope that by sharing his story, we can help bring more protection and care for seniors across San Francisco. I also want to thank Supervisor Wong for his leadership and efforts to protect seniors and strengthen public safety across San Francisco.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Anni Chung, President and CEO of Self-Help for the Elderly, spoke to the importance of building trust and providing consistent support systems for seniors across the city.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cPrograms like our senior escort services and community outreach are about giving seniors the confidence to stay active and connected,\u201d said Anni Chung. \u201cThis work is about making sure they feel supported and know they are not alone.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Manson Leung, Housing Community Organizer at Self-Help for the Elderly, highlighted the importance of direct, on-the-ground engagement with seniors.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cSafety comes from relationships and trust in the community,\u201d said Manson Leung. \u201cThrough outreach and daily interactions, we are working to make sure seniors feel cared for and supported wherever they are.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Margaret Graf, Founder of Senior Power, emphasized the importance of elevating the voices of older adults and ensuring they are seen and respected.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cSenior safety is about visibility and respect,\u201d said Margaret Graf. \u201cWe must continue to make sure older adults are heard and valued in every part of our city.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Michael Wong, Senior Program Director at CYC, highlighted the need for comprehensive support systems that address both prevention and recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cOur work focuses on preparedness, education, and supporting individuals after they experience harm,\u201d said Michael Wong. \u201cIt is critical that no one has to navigate recovery alone.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Advancing the Work<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Later today, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors will vote on a resolution introduced by Supervisor Wong on behalf of the Ratanapakdee family, recognizing Grandpa Vicha\u2019s legacy and reaffirming the City\u2019s commitment to protecting seniors and preventing violence. Supervisor Wong also expressed his appreciation to fellow members of the Board of Supervisors for their early co-sponsorship and support of this resolution.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The resolution is intended not only to honor Grandpa Vicha, but also to advance a more coordinated and proactive approach to senior safety across San Francisco. Moving forward, the City will continue working with community partners to expand access to programs such as senior escort services, strengthen coordination between departments and service providers, and ensure seniors and their families are aware of available resources and support. This effort also includes continued investment in victim services and recovery support, as well as a broader commitment to prevention, outreach, and building trust so that seniors feel safe in their neighborhoods and daily lives.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cHonoring Grandpa Vicha means turning remembrance into action,\u201d Supervisor Alan Wong added. \u201cWe have to continue building a system where seniors feel safe, supported, and connected every day.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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The event highlighted the importance of sustained collaboration between families, community organizations, and city leadership to ensure seniors can live safely and with dignity in every neighborhood.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cOur seniors deserve to feel safe in their neighborhoods, on transit, and in their daily lives,\u201d Supervisor Alan Wong said. \u201cThis is ongoing work, and we are committed to moving it forward together.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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