{"id":8303,"date":"2026-04-01T15:31:46","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T15:31:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/01\/leezas-care-connection-celebrates-with-community-event\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T15:31:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T15:31:46","slug":"leezas-care-connection-celebrates-with-community-event","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/01\/leezas-care-connection-celebrates-with-community-event\/","title":{"rendered":"Leeza\u2019s Care Connection Celebrates with Community Event"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pictured are Managing Director Cece Mai, Leeza Gibbons, Chief Operating Officer Mel Price and Melissa Busby from Well Haven.<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Leeza Gibbons<\/span><\/span>, founder of Leeza’s Care Connection<\/span><\/span>, celebrated her birthday alongside her late mother’s legacy during a community gathering March 30. \"\"<\/p>\n

The event, Light Bites and Live Music with Leeza<\/em>, was held at the organization’s location on St. Andrews Road and welcomed community members for an afternoon of cake, music, and connection. The celebration also served as a fundraiser to support Leeza’s Care Connection and its mission of assisting caregivers and their families.<\/p>\n

Founded in honor of her mother, Jean, who passed away in 2008 following a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease<\/span><\/span>, the organization provides resources, education, and a support network for those caring for loved ones.<\/p>\n

“I wish this had been available when we went through this journey,” Gibbons said.<\/p>\n

Through its programs, Leeza’s Care Connection helps caregivers develop skills, build resilience, and maintain their own well-being while caring for others.<\/p>\n

The organization is located at 201 St. Andrews Road and can be reached at 803-888-7525.<\/p>\n

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Resources for Caregivers<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and overwhelming. Local and national resources are available to help caregivers navigate the journey:<\/p>\n