The security guard who greets everyone in Mission Dolores
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The security guard who greets everyone in Mission Dolores
""I've met a lot of people in the neighborhood, probably within a mile radius of here, and they've all been really nice throughout the years," he said."
""When you're passing by and you have someone that's greeting you with 'Good morning' or 'Have a good day,' it's a positive thing, and it's what Jose does every day," said Diana Parada."
""This is my soil, so I'm loyal. I can't help it. I just love this place," he said."
""You just kind of get to know them," Hernandez said."
Jose Oscar Hernandez has served as the security guard at Holy Family Day Home for seven years, becoming a familiar face in the Mission neighborhood. He greets families, joggers, and locals, fostering connections through small interactions that reveal personal stories. Hernandez knows the names of everyone he meets, including their pets, and is regarded as a positive presence. He has lived in San Francisco for most of his life and values the community deeply, having transitioned from various jobs to his current role in security.
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