Karma Companions aims to help seniors find connection and friendship
Story by Shanee Edwards. Photos by Zsuzsi Steiner Date Published Apr 8, 2026
In a city as connected as Los Angeles, loneliness can still quietly take hold, especially for older adults whose lives have shifted after retirement, loss, or maj...
Two L.A. Women Turn Personal Experiences Into Companionship Service for Older Adults
SMDP article - Sarah Kolenik and Kat Hatayama launched Karma Companions, pairing adults 55+ with paid companions for friendship. By Maaz Alin (Photo Credit: Zsuzsi Steiner)
A chance friendship between two neighbors on the same Los Angeles ...