FEBRUARY 2019
P.02 IT’S TAX TIME!
P.03 LET’S DANCE!
Relax! The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide’s team of IRS-certified volunteers are here to help!
Come dancing every Thursday afternoon. Keep fit, make friends and have fun!
P.04-5 WHAT’S HAPPENING? Over 60 classes and events to choose from! Use this easy guide to find your interests.
THE CHANGING FACE OF HOMELESSNESS
THE FACE OF THE HOMELESS POPULATION IS CHANGING – IT IS GETTING OLDER. For the first time, people age 50 years and older make up more than 30% of the nation’s homeless population. We see this trend in Fremont, too. The City of Fremont’s Winter Shelter has had 250 different people sleep overnight, eat a warm meal, and access a shower since it opened in November 2018 and 41% were over the age of 50 years. A recent survey showed that almost half of older homeless individuals became homeless for the first time after 50 years of age and have difficulty adjusting to a homeless life. These are people who lost their job or partner and eventually lost their home. Homeless people of all ages suffer from the effects of poor nutrition, limited health care and high stress. But the majority of older homeless adults also struggle to manage chronic health conditions, pain and falls. Some are veterans and have additional emotional stressors. The Human Services Department has hired a Homeless Intervention Specialist and the City has purchased a mobile hygiene unit (with showers and laundry) which will be deployed at different locations throughout the City. The Winter Shelter which will operate through March 15 at the Teen Center has added medical support through Tri-City Health to better meet the needs of the homeless, especially older people in our shelter. 510.790.6600 www.fremont.gov/seniorcenter /FremontSeniorCenter seniorcenter@fremont.gov
Hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Office hours 8am-3pm
The Fremont Senior Center will be closed Monday, February 18 in observance of President’s Day. February Birthday Party Celebration Friday February 8 1—2pm Wing A Come listen to the sweet sounds of The Fremontaires. Everyone is welcome, even if it is not your birthday! Free cake and ice-cream will be given to all attendees and all those celebrating a February birthday receive a FREE gift. Sponsored by Roses’ Mortuary, the Builders Fund and the Garden Club.
12th Annual Crab Feed Friday February 15 6pm Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave Fremont CA All are invited to attend the Fremont Senior Center’s only fundraiser of the year! Enjoy all you can eat crab with all the fixings. It’s sure to be a good time and all of the proceeds support the wonderful Fremont Senior Center. Tickets on sale now for $55.00. Call 510.790.6600 for more information.
THE PLACES YOU WILL GO! Sign up at the front desk or call us at 510.790.6600
BASKET DONATIONS NEEDED Please bring in new items for the crab feed raffle baskets. Gift cards and prepared baskets are also needed by February 8th. Thank you in advance.
IT’S TAX TIME!
AARP TAX ASSISTANCE
Since 1968, volunteer-based program AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has helped an estimated 50 million low-to moderate-income taxpayers. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has more than 5,000 locations in neighborhood libraries, malls, banks, community centers and senior centers. There’s no fee and no sales pitch for other services and AARP membership is not required. The Fremont Senior Center is a location that offers free tax preparation and in 2019 tax assistance will begin on Tuesday, February 5th from 1pm to 4pm. P.02 | 02.19 AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT
Appointments will also be taken for Thursdays 9am to 2:30pm. If you have come to the FSC to get your taxes done in the past, stop by between 8am and 3pm to make your appointment or call us at 510. 790.6600. This service is for adults 50 and older who could benefit from getting their taxes done at no cost! AARP and the FSC understand that retirement or other life changes may mean taxes are a little more complicated. With the help of AARP Foundation TaxAide’s team of IRS-certified volunteers they make it easy for you!
Craig Smith SF Architecture Tour February 13 $73 Member $78 Non Member Delicato Vineyards, Hilmar Cheese and Wente Vineyards February 28 $91 Member $96 Non Member EXTENDED TRIPS (Provided by Collette Tours) Explore Tuscany (Italy) April 25—May 3 Japan (Cultural Treasures) June 9—22 America’s Music Cities October 6—13
ARE YOU A NEW MEMBER?
Senior Center Orientation Wednesday, February 13 10.30—11.30am Wing B If you are a new member, existing member or just curious about the Fremont Senior Center this Welcome Orientation is for you! Receive a tour and learn all about the vibrant center. Stop by the front desk during office hours or call us at 510.790.6600 and reserve your space today!
SCHEDULE
Every Thursday from 1.30—3.30pm Cost $5 includes refreshments and entertainment.
1st Thursday The Magic Notes 2nd Thursday Canyon Band 3rd Thursday Heartland 4th Thursday Nancy Long & The Encores 5th Thursday The Hornet Combo Quartet
Simply email: seniorcenter@fremont.gov to receive your monthly copy of Age Friendly Fremont electronically.
APPOINTMENTS AND SERVICES
Sign up at the front desk or call us at 510.790.6600.
All services are held in the Service Office (unless indicated otherwise).
THIS MONTH’S HIGHLIGHT The nation’s largest volunteer-run tax counseling and preparation service AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, starts providing services at the FSC on February 5th and goes through Thursday April 11th. If you need your taxes done and could benefit from the low cost of FREE sign up today!
HEALTH
LEGAL
Blood Pressure Every Thursday 8:30am—12pm Cholesterol and A1C* 2/5 — 1st Tuesday of each month 8.30am—12pm Vision Screening 2/13 — 2nd Wednesday of each month 9am—12pm Dental Screening 2/14 — 2nd Thursday of each month 8:30am-12pm Foot Care Screening* 2/19 — 3rd Tuesday of each month 8.30am—12pm Tri-City Mobile Health Clinic Every Tuesday 8am—2pm Caregiver Counseling 2/8 and 2/22 2nd and 4th Friday of each month 9.30—11am
Estate Planning* 2/21 — 3rd Thursday of each month 9.40—10.40am HICAP Health Insurance Counseling* 2/7 and 2/21 — 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month and 2/11 and 2/25 — 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 1—3pm Legal Assistance for Seniors* 2/4 — 1st Monday of each month 10am—12pm
TRANSPORTATION
TCV Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry 2/14 and 2/28 — 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month 1.30pm
Senior Clipper Cards (Please bring proof of age document) 2/14 — 2nd Thursday of each month 10—11am Wheelchair Van and Taxi Services 2/14 — 2nd Thursday of each month 11am—12pm Travel Training Workshop* 2/11 and 2/12 — 9am—12pm Learn how to ride buses and BART in this 2 day workshop
BEAUTY Ladies Hairdresser* 2/11 — 2nd Monday of each month 10.30am—12pm
NUTRITION
(This service does not take place in the Service Office — Food will be distributed in the covered Courtyard area of Wing B until further notice.)
Grocery Rescue Program (Takes place in the MPR/Dining Room) Every M, T, Th and Fri at 1pm excluding Mobile Food Pantry days.
TAX SERVICES
(Located in Wing B) AARP Tax Assistance Tuesday’s beginning on 2/5 1pm—4pm Thursday’s beginning on 2/7 8am—4pm Appointment required.
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CLASS SCHEDULE FEBRUARY 2019 CHANGES SUBMITTED AFTER JANUARY 14 WILL NOT BE REFLECTED IN THIS PUBLICATION
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CLASS SCHEDULE FEBRUARY 2019 CHANGES SUBMITTED AFTER JANUARY 14 WILL NOT BE REFLECTED IN THIS PUBLICATION
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LUNCH Monday — Friday Served at 12 PM Member: $5 Non Member: $7 All ages welcome!
TICKETS SOLD
FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED NO REFUNDS, NO EXCHANGES
FEBRUARY
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA 94538. Menu Hotline: 510.790.6610
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Oven Baked Crab Cakes, Tartar Sauce, Lemon Rice Pilaf, Vegetable Blend, Salad and Bread
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Mediterranean Chicken with Kalamata Olives and Feta Cheese, Creamy Orzo, Oven Roasted Cauliflower, Salad and Bread
Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs, Steamed Vegetables, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread
Beef and Turkey Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Green Beans with Red Bell Peppers, Salad and a Roll
Spanish Beef Stew, Ranch Beans, Cumin-Cilantro Rice, Roasted Corn and Tomatoes, Avocado Slaw, Flour Tortillas
Coconut Thai Chicken Stew, Steamed Basmati Rice, Roasted Cumin Lime Carrots, Cilantro Cucumber Slaw and a Roll
BBQ Chicken Teriyaki, Chow Mein Noodles, Asian Stir Fry Vegetables, Vegetable Egg Roll, Spinach Salad and a Fortune Cookie
Pan Seared Tilapia with Caper Tomato Salsa, Roasted Red Potatoes, Green Beans, Salad and Bread
Grilled Salmon, Basil Pesto, Citrus Lime Rice Pilaf, Roasted Cauliflower and Carrots, Spinach Salad and a Roll
Tex Mex Carnitas, Spanish Rice, Pinto Beans, Sour Cream, Salsa, Lettuce, Guacamole, Cilantro Lime Slaw and Flour Tortillas
Turkey and Ricotta Cheese Lasgana, Roasted Zucchini and Yellow Squash, Caesar Salad and Garlic Bread
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Basil Tomato Soup, Italian Salad (Salami, Olives, Parmesan Cheese, Red Peppers, Tomato Garbonzo Beans) and Focaccia Bread
Cornmeal Crusted Catfish topped with Garlic Butter Shrimp, Ham Collard Greens, Black Eyed Peas, Salad and Cornbread
Frozen Meals When Available: M, T, Th, F: 9.30—10.30am, 1—2pm 2/$5 — Regular Meals 2/$7 — Special Meals
Closed in Observation of Presidents’ Day
Apricot Leek Chicken Breast, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato, Steamed Broccoli and Red Bell Peppers, Salad and Bread
Shrimp Scampi with Linguine Pasta, Mushroom and Roasted Zucchini, Caesar Salad and Garlic Bread
Roasted Turkey Breast, Mushroom Stuffing, Brown Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Broccoli and Peppers, Salad and Bread
Shredded Chicken Tamale Pie, Black Beans, Spanish Rice, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Cheese, Lettuce, Tortillas, Chips and Salsa
Filipino Pork Adobo, Steamed Jasmine Rice, Soy Glazed Carrots and Onions, Spinach Salad and a Roll
Kaluha Pork with Glaze, Jasmine Rice, Hawaiian Mac Salad, Garlic Green Beans and Hawaiian Soft Roll
MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABILITY OF FOODS.
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To Go’s must be called in by 11.00am Special dietary requests (i.e. vegetarian) must be called into the Chef by 10.30am. We accept cash, checks and major credit cards Taking food home with you is done at your own risk. Please be sure to eat within 30 min. or refrigerate.
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Information about useful, local resources that you or a friend may need. COMMUNITY INFORMATION
HOUSING
COF Senior HelpLine afs@fremont.gov
510.574.2041
Community Ambassador Program for Seniors (CAPS) www.capseniors.org
510.574.2055
Area Agency on Aging I&R
510.577.3530
COF Office of Housing Assistance
510.494.4500
COVIA Shared Housing Program
510.574.2173
Fremont Landlord/Tenant Support
510.574.2270
COF Rent Review Program
510.733.4945
Habitat for Humanity Home Repair
510.803.3388
OUTDOOR SPACES AND BUILDING DEMENTIA—SPECIFIC SUPPORT
COF Recreation & Services
510.790.5541
East Bay Regional Park System
888.327.2757
Alzheimer’s Services of the East Bay www.aseb.org
510.656.1329
COF Family Caregiver Support
510.574.2041
Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org
800.272.3900
Transportation Helpline 510.574.2053 (for wheelchair van, taxi, travel training, etc.)
Stanford/VA Alzheimer’s Center www.med.stanford.edu/svalz
650.858.3915
LIFE ElderCare VIP Rides www.lifeeldercare.org
510.894.0370
Drivers for Survivors http://driversforsurvivors.org
510.579.0535
East Bay Paratransit www.eastbayparatransit.org
510.287.5000
EMPLOYMENT AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
TRANSPORTATION
VOLUNTEER AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
SparkPoint Fremont
510.574.2020
Fremont Library Programs www.aclibrary.org/fremont
510.745.1400
COF Senior Center www.fremont.gov/seniorcenter
510.790.6600
Economic Development Department www.edd.ca.gov
510.794.3669
City of Newark Senior Center senior.center@newark.org
510.578.4840
Senior Employment Program
510.238.3535
Union City Senior Center 510.489.6629 ruggieriseniorcenter@unioncity.org
HEALTH AND WELLNESS COF Care Coordination and 510.574.2041 Support Services Medicare and Insurance Counseling (HICAP)
510.839.0393
LIFE ElderCare Meals & Fall Prevention 510.574.2090 www.lifeeldercare.org
Life ElderCare Friendly Visitors www.lifeeldercare.org
510.894.0370
CityServe Compassion Network www.compassionnetwork.org
510.796.7378
SOCIAL PARTICIPATION AND INCLUSION Well Connected 877.797.7299 www.covia/services/well-connected/ COF You Are Not Alone (YANA)
510.790.6691
COF = City of Fremont
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VOLUNTEERS!
Hostess/Host and Lunch Ticket Sellers Needed Do you want to help your community but don’t know where to start? Become a hostess or host or sell lunch tickets once a week! Hosting duties include greeting people that walk into the center, asking them to sign in and answering general questions. Lunch ticket seller duties include money handling, selling lunch tickets and answering questions about lunch. Contact Nick Jordan for more information at 510.790.6602 or email him at njordan@fremont.gov
AARP Mature Driving Instructor Needed The Fremont Senior Center is currently looking for a motivated volunteer to teach our AARP Mature Driving Safety Class. We hold classes on consecutive Friday’s every other month from 8am—12.15pm. Must be able to teach both classes, have some background or enjoy public speaking and be able to work a dvd player. A certified instructor from AARP will give you ample hours of training before you teach your first class. Volunteer today and help adults 55+ save money and drive safely! Contact Nick Jordan for more information at 510.790.6602 or email him at njordan@fremont.gov
ARE YOU A CAREGIVER THAT NEEDS SUPPORT?
Family Caregiver Support Program is pleased to offer a series of eight workshops designed to provide training, education, support, and resources for Family Caregivers caring for their elderly loved ones. Pre registration is required.
All workshops will be held at City of Fremont 3300 Capitol Ave, Building B Fremont, CA, 94537 HR Training Room Refreshments and check-in: 9.30am All classes will be held from 10.00am to 12.00pm. As part of the workshop you will be asked to participate in a survey about your experience as well as your caregiving experiences. Participation is voluntary. For more information and to register please contact Frishta Sharifi at 510.574.2035 or fsharifi@fremont.gov For special accommodations please call or e-mail three weeks prior to start of the workshop.
DO YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WITH REHABILITATING YOUR HOME? Habitat for Humanity East Bay/ Silicon Valley has partnered with the City of Fremont to offer home repairs to eligible low-income homeowners. The Emergency and Minor Home Repair Grant Program and The City of Fremont’s Housing
Rehabilitation Loan Program are grants and loans that are available citywide. The program offers financial assistance to eligible homeowners, mobile home owners, and property owners with tenants with disabilities (who require
510.790.6600 www.fremont.gov/seniorcenter /FremontSeniorCenter seniorcenter@fremont.gov
reasonable accessibility upgrades) that meet minimum health and safety standards. For more info or accomodations Call 510.803.3388 or email homerepair@HabitatEBSV.org TTY/TDD 1 800.735.2929 The City of Fremont does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you need an accommodation please contact the Human Services Department at 510.574.2050