On Lok Documentary Series Wins Two Telly Awards

"Combating Seniors' Loneliness" Earns Silver and Bronze in Nonprofit and Public Service Categories

SAN FRANCISCO, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Lok is proud to announce that its documentary series, "Combating Seniors' Loneliness," has received two honors at the 45th Annual Telly Awards.

Celebrating excellence in video and television across all screens, The Telly Awards is a prestigious, international award program that honors excellence in video and television across all screens. Established in 1979, it recognizes both broadcast and non-broadcast content, including commercials, online video, and social media. 

Selected from over 13,000 global entries spanning six continents, On Lok's series stood out among entries from top advertising agencies, production houses, and media outlets worldwide.

The series earned:

• Silver Winner – Local Commercial Campaign for Nonprofit
• Bronze Winner – Local Commercial Campaign to Promote Public Services

Produced in collaboration with industry-leading partners Sky Link and IW Group, the video series highlights On Lok's mission-driven work to address the critical issue of loneliness among older adults—a growing public health concern.

"We are incredibly honored to be recognized by the Telly Awards," said Helen Huckleberry, Director of Marketing at On Lok. "These awards reflect On Lok's deep commitment to the communities we serve—amplifying the voices of older adults, fostering understanding and raising awareness around issues that impact their well-being, and inspiring meaningful conversations to support aging with dignity, connection, and care.

The award-winning video series can be viewed here:
Maggie: https://youtu.be/YMZOcF63xis?si=XkdJZM8BeJA0uPFG
Josephine: https://youtu.be/a3rrU7R4F1I?si=BQtPb9LT-qm3cTrI
Henry Kee: https://youtu.be/PDcO8pMp-a8?si=03rkNJAOqcKHGYi7

This recognition by The Telly Awards reinforces On Lok's mission to uplift diverse communities and spark meaningful dialogue around aging and social connection. It adds to a growing list of honors, including the International Davey Award for Creativity and the ANA Multicultural Excellence Award, which celebrate On Lok's continued leadership in inclusive, impactful storytelling.

About On Lok
On Lok is a nonprofit organization that empowers older adults to age with dignity and independence. Founded in 1971, On Lok is a trusted resource in San Francisco, Santa Clara County, and the Tri-City area of Alameda County. On Lok founded and still operates the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which allows eligible seniors to live at home for as long as possible by providing comprehensive medical care and social services. On Lok 30th Street Senior Center, the largest multipurpose senior center in San Francisco, provides a second home, health programs, activities, and case management services to active seniors. The On Lok Mission Nutrition Program provides more than 250,000 meals annually to seniors through its dining locations and meal delivery program. For more information, please visit www.onlok.org.

SOURCE On Lok