Josephine Chavez, 76, puts on her jewelry before the Christmas dance at the senior center in El Sereno. Behind her are photographs of three generations of her family, including a portrait, right, of her late husband. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)
Irene Flores, left, hugs her longtime friend Mary Berger, center, as they get ready for lunch at the senior center. With them is their friend Pat Garcia, 73, right. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)
Josephine Chavez, 76, left; Irene Flores, 80, center; and Mary Berger, 85, stand in line to have a photo taken with Santa Claus. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)
Alice Duran, 80, sits on Santa’s lap during a photo session at the Christmas dance. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)
Couples dance during the Christmas party at the senior center. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)
A couple are reflected on the wooden dance floor. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)
Josephine Chavez, 76, left, and her Irene Flores, 80, cross the dance floor. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)
