A Career of Care: Celebrating Lisa Grant’s Heartfelt Service
Her work has supported faculty, ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵs, and staff, leaving a lasting impact of kindness on the Scripps community.
A Career of Care: Celebrating Lisa Grant’s Heartfelt Service
After more than two decades of dedicated service to ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ, Lisa Grant retired from her role as Program Assistant at the Scripps Gerontology Center. Lisa joined in 2004 and quickly became known for her reliability and positive spirit. Her work has supported faculty, ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵs, and staff, leaving a lasting impact of kindness on the Scripps community.
“Lisa has been like family to us ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵs,” said Xiao Qiu, recent doctoral graduate in Social Gerontology. “It’s hard to pinpoint a single moment of her support because it was her everyday acts of kindness that truly defined her. Whether she was lifting our spirits during stressful semesters or celebrating our milestones, Lisa was always there. On tough days, she offered a kind word or a listening ear.”
Throughout her time at Scripps, Lisa wore many hats. She provided administrative assistance to professors and research associates. She supported graduate ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵs by organizing events and receptions that created a family atmosphere of belonging. Lisa was often the first friendly voice people heard when they contacted the office, and she made sure visitors and callers were directed to the right place.
Cheryl Johnson, Scripps’ Director of Finance and Operations, expressed her admiration for the way Lisa “took the time, every semester, to really get to know each new grad ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ who walked through our doors. Lisa always made it a priority to personally connect with each ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ. She didn’t just stop at asking their names—she wanted to know their stories.”
Lisa described herself as a cheerleader, and that was truly the service she brought to this community that cares deeply about the lives of older adults. Whether she was formatting a report, helping a ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ, or organizing an event, Lisa brought care and excellence to every task. As she begins her well-earned retirement, Lisa leaves behind a legacy of kindness that will be remembered for years to come.
Katy Abbott, Executive Director of the Scripps Gerontology Center, remarked, “We are grateful for all Lisa has done. From being the first smile people saw when they walked through the door to being the helpful voice on the other end of the phone, Lisa reminded us of the importance of our common humanity. We wish Lisa all the best in her retirement. She will always be part of our Scripps family!”