Little Sisters of the Poor 3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk

• 5K Run/Walk:- Run 3.1 Miles

Little Sisters of the Poor

Jeanne Jugan Residence

The Little Sisters of the Poor of Los Angeles have served in Southern California since 1905.  The first home was St. Anne’s in Boyle Heights.  It became structurally obsolete over time.  In 1979, the Little Sisters moved to San Pedro and opened the Jeanne Jugan Residence. The Little Sisters serve the elderly poor without regard to ethnic or religious background.  They offer lifelong security and care for the elderly in a home-like setting, surrounding them with thoughtful attention, spiritual support and appropriate medical care.  The Little Sisters uphold the dignity and value of each life promote the well-being of every needy elderly person and keep vigil with them when dying.  The Sisters embrace poverty and depend on the generosity of others who are willing to share in their mission.

Our home currently has approximately 98 Residents men and women. 70% are over the age of 80. 

The Little Sisters provide a continuum of care:

1. The Independent Living Apartments (14 units) are for individuals capable of their own care.  The apartments were opened in 2002.

2. Residential Care (24 licenses) is provided in private rooms for Residents who are the most physically capable and require limited assistance with medicine and personal needs.

3. Assisted Living (36 licenses) is provided for Residents who require additional custodial care such as dressing and bathing, assistance with getting out of bed, going to the bathroom or dining room.  Wheel chair dependent residents reside here. 

4. Skilled Nursing (27 licenses) is provided for Residents who receive hospital-type care 24 hours a day by licensed, trained professionals.  These Residents have dining services on their floor. 

Regular medical service is provided for all residents by a competent staff of doctors and nurses, along with a physical therapist, a podiatrist, a dentist and a social worker.  There is also an Activities Program that includes arts and crafts, bingo, cards, ceramics, sewing, physical fitness, shopping and outings to local attractions.

The proceeds from our 5K Run/Walk will contribute to our general operating budget so that we may continue to make the elderly happy as we build a tomorrow of love and hope for our eldest brothers and sisters in our home.

The Little Sisters of the Poor

The Little Sisters of the Poor are an international congregation founded in Brittany, France by St. Jeanne Jugan in 1839.  Since their inception, the Little Sisters have given quality care to over 1,000,000 aged poor.  Today 2,700 Little Sisters serve in over 200 homes in 30 countries around the world.

Event details and schedule

Registration deadline March 27 to order shirts

Course Information: The 5K will be 3 laps around the trail in the park
T-Shirt/ Packets pick up: April 21, 2017 10:00am to 5:00pm at the home @ 2100 S. Western Ave., San Pedro, CA 90732 or the morning of the event

• Arrival Registration: Saturday, April 22, 2017  7:00am at 22nd Street Park
• Parking: The parking lot on either side of Park enterance Balloons will mark the area 
• Please be sure to sign the waiver, bring your t-shirt and bid number. 

• Contact Development Department (310) 548-0625