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Joy Fruth

http://www.sagecares.com
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During this time of health care reform talk, Joy Fruth walks the talk. She’s actively involved in improving medical care for geriatric patients, families and caregivers. Joy, an associate clinical social worker with an interest in aging-related issues, is the Program Director for S+AGE™ (Specialized Ambulatory Geriatric Evaluation). She hails from Ohio where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Miami University of Ohio and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver. Oh yay, Joy is a do-gooder and thrives on the idea that she might help people and make a difference in their lives. We need more people like you, Joy!!!

Joy currently serves on the Advisory Council of both the Circle of Care Leeza's Place and the LA Caregiver Resource Center. Her social work experience has also included work at ONEgeneration, Motion Picture & Television Fund, and with the national offices of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and American Humane Association.

When not working you might find Joy at a Flaming Lips concert, at a Dodger game (she’s a huge fan) or hiking at Griffith Park.

Your favorite place in LA to have a cocktail?
Hungry Cat -- they have the best, most fresh and innovative cocktails!

Your favorite LA place for bargain shopping?
I'm not a great bargain shopper. :( I do like to stop in BarKeeper in Silverlake, periodically. It's a fun place to shop for unique and vintage barware.

You could change one thing about LA - what would it be?
The weather - I miss rain and snow!

You’ve always wanted to go to this LA spot – but just haven’t made it there yet?
Mozza on Melrose

Your favorite LA extravagance?
All the fabulous restaurants!

Your favorite neighborhood haunt?
Little Dom's in Los Feliz

Your favorite local getaway?
Hope Springs in Desert Hot Springs

Your favorite place for cheap eats?
Yuca's on Hillhurst in Los Feliz or Daiko-Koyu in Little Tokyo

You always take out of town guests to this spot?
The Getty Museum

You're most connected to this charity or your last volunteer experience?
City of LA North Central Animal Shelter