THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 10, 2023 Page 15 Ari Taylor wins Ward 5 Councillor seat E “Ari for Malden” volunteer Mei Wu, campaign treasurer Alicia Garza and campaign advisor Zayda Ortiz are shown getting ready to knock on doors to remind voters about Election Day. (courtesy photo) Malden community leader Julio Salado honored in Annual Latino Excellence Awards very year during National Hispanic Heritage Month, the “Ari for Malden” campaign manager Amanda Smith and volunteer Thomas Dalton are shown heading out to knock doors on Election Day. (courtesy photo) Ward 4 School Committee member Dawn Macklin and her husband Wallace Macklin held signs for Ari Taylor outside the Salemwood School polls on Election Day. Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus (MBLLC) commemorates Latino community leaders and trailblazers dedicated to bettering their communities across the state. This year Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and State Representative Bud Williams featured among the speakers at the event. The 2023 Latino Excellence Awards celebration was hosted in the Gardener Auditorium of the Massachusetts State House on October 26, 2023. Representative Steven Ultrino (D-Malden) and his office were proud to have nominated Julio Salado and joined his family to celebrate him at this year’s ceremony. Julio Salado is a longtime Malden resident, fitness coach, author, educator and business owner of Fitness Foundry. He is also proud to be a first-generation Dominican and a licensed EMT. Salado shares his passion for health equity with the Malden community, where he spends time teaching strength classes at the Malden Senior Center and serving as an ambassador to Malden’s outdoor Fitness Court. Beyond the gym, he actively volunteers for several organizations in the city, including Bread of Life and the homelessness, he has also dedicated his time to volunteering at the Malden Warming Center and helping connect the guests to much-needed services. Salado has also made an enormous impact globally as a volunteer for World Central Kitchen and Lviv Volunteer Kitchen, where he traveled to Poland and Ukraine to serve food and assist Ukrainian citizens and refugees. His dedication to his community, compassion towards those in need and selflessness have been inspiring for many in Malden – and reflects the values of excellence recognized by the city’s Community Emergency Response Team. As someone who has previously experienced MBLLC’s award. “Julio’s work over the years can only be described as selfless and truly impactful,” said Representative Ultrino. “He has brought the Malden community closer and always placed the needs of our most vulnerable ahead of himself. I am proud to have nominated him and would like to congratulate him again on this wonderful recognition. Malden is very fortunate to have community leaders like Julio who are committed to making this city a better and more inclusive community for everyone.” Af ter Ari Taylor along with two of her daughters and several friends held signs at the polls on Tuesday evening at the Salemwood School. (courtesy photo) the result s were announced, an emotional Ari Taylor addressed a packed room of over 50 supporters at Pearl Street Station on Tuesday night. (courtesy photo) Hearts, Hugs & Hope: An Alzheimer’s Support Group at Forestdale Park Senior Living N “Ari for Malden” volunteers Lisa Porro, State Representative Mike Day, Nancy Free, Jenna Camell and her two boys and Iodiah Henry are shown outside Forestdale School on Tuesday. (courtesy photo) ovember 28, 2023, 5:00 pm, at Forestdale Park Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, 341 Forest Street, Malden. Our support group for caregivers meets in person at Forestdale Park. Dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia isn't easy, so it is helpful to share your concerns and personal experiences with others who completely understand what you're going through. You will also learn about proven strategies to help you better care for your family member. RSVP to 781-333-8903 or reception@forestdalepark.com. Forestdale Park Senior Living is a project of the nonprofit Volunteers of America Massachusetts, which has supported local seniors with specialized services for over 75 years.
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