FEBRUARY 2021
THE AGE WELL CENTER AT LAKE ELIZABETH (formerly the Fremont Senior Center) — offers online classes, services, trainings and curbside to go meals! OUR BUILDING IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE due to COVID-19 and the Shelter In Place Order issued by the Alameda County Public Health Department.
Two months into 2021 and the question is “How can I stay emotionally well as we complete a year of living in a pandemic?” UCSF Professor Andreea Seritan, MD gives the following suggestions for a healthy balanced day:
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1. Start your day with a few stretches, yoga or meditation. Mindfulness practice has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety and has many beneficial health effects, including improving cognitive functioning in older adults. 2. Eat breakfast. Everyone one knows the first meal of the day is important. Did you know it is also an opportunity to take an inventory of your physical and emotional state that day? Find time to exercise for at least 15-20 minutes a day. Get outside and take a walk for some fresh air. If you own a stationary bike or treadmill, now is the time to dust them off. Stay connected. Since everyone continues to practice social distancing you are encouraged to use Facetime, Zoom, WhatsApp, or other video calls. A phone call helps, too. Set aside a regular time to check in with family or friends. Creativity is very important for brain health. Now is a good time to complete projects you may have started long ago. You can organize photos, draw, write your memoir, knit or build. Stay active intellectually. Reading is not the only intellectual activity you can do. You can play chess, sudoku, do crossword puzzles or other games. You can also play with others on the computer or tablet.
Take extra care of your mental health and get enough sleep. If you have a history of anxiety and/or depression and feel familiar symptoms coming back, call your doctor and ask for advice. If you need additional support to improve your emotional wellness you may call the Senior Information line 510.574.2041. The Age Well Center also has programs that provide exercise, allow you to stay connected on a regular schedule and stay active intellectually. Read our newsletter and/or call 510.790.6600 for more information. Hang in there. A brighter day is around the corner!
510.790.6600 www.fremont.gov/agewellcenters /AgeWellCenters agewellcenters@fremont.gov
Monday February 15 – the Center will be closed in observance of Presidents Day
We can’t wait to have you participate in the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth’s (formerly the Fremont Senior Center) only fundraiser of the year! Show your support and love for the Center that keeps adults 55+ active, connected and supported.
BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE TODAY!
To purchase your dinner simply go to https://bit.ly/Crabfeed2021awc today! You may also call 510.790.6600 or email agewellcenters@fremont.gov. (Credit cards only.) During these difficult unprecedented times the Age Well Center really needs your support. If you believe in what the Age Well Center has been doing for the past 40 years and wish to be a sponsor of the popular community event, please call Aisha Jasper at 510.790.6606 or email her at ajasper@fremont.gov. for further details. Donations range from $175 to $5000 and are gratefully accepted. We hope to see you in your cars with your mask on! (Your food will be placed in your trunk with care and appreciation.)
ORDER DEADLINE IS SUNDAY FEBRUARY 7th
Cultivating Resilience on Zoom Friday February 19 11am
Join the City of Fremont’s Caregiver Support Program to to discuss the reflective strategies for cultivating resiliency. Taking care of our elderly loved ones has always been challenging, demanding and stressful. This has been especially accurate during this unprecedented COVID-19 Pandemic. This webinar will include discussing stress reaction in response to uncertain times and teach steps to cultivate resiliency. To get more information or to register please email fsharifi@fremont.gov or call 510.574.2035.
Caregiving and Forgiveness on Zoom Thursday February 25 11am
The City of Fremont’s Family Caregiver Support Program will discuss forgiveness as a key element of taking care of yourself. You will learn how forgiveness relates to your health and wellbeing. Everyone can experience guilt from time to time and it’s especially true for family caregivers where perfection is expected. Forgiving yourself and your loved one may be a significant step in overcoming the guilt feelings. To get more information or to register please email fsharifi@fremont.gov or call 510.574.2035.
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Although our building is closed right now, dedicated Partners volunteers and staff continue to offer services for you and your neighbors: Legal Assistance for Seniors and Health Insurance & Advocacy Program
If you need legal help regarding elder abuse, guardianship, social security, naturalization and more call LAS at 510.832.3040. If you have Medicare, SSI, long term care insurance questions and more, call HICAP at 510.839.0393. TCV Mobile Pantry Thursday February 11 and 25 12.00—1.00pm On the 2nd and 4th Thursday’s of each month a bag of groceries with non perishables and fresh fruits or vegetables is distributed to 55+ at no cost. 55+ stay in their vehicle where a bag of groceries is placed in their trunk only. Groceries may be handed out early to prevent traffic back up. First come, first 130 served.
AARP TAXES
Ride-On Tri-City!
Ride-On Tri-City! Transportation assistance is available over the phone for disabled or senior residents of Fremont, Newark and Union City. Access transportation alternatives such as ridehailing, taxi or wheelchair accessible van services. Call 510.574.2053 or email rideontricity@fremont. gov to get connected with transportation services.
Bay Area Community Health
Bay Area Community Health is at the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth at 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy in the outdoor patio providing health services regularly. The health service schedule is located below. When you come to your appointment face masks are required by all attendees. Please maintain 6 feet of distance from other people. If you or anyone in your household are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 do not visit health services. Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar 2nd/3rd/4th Tuesday 9am—12pm Feb 9, 16 and 23 Toe Nail and Callus Care (by appointment only) NEW DAY! 1st Tuesday of each month 9am—12pm Feb 2 Call 510.252.5845 or 510.252.5819 to make an appointment with Dr. Alycia Chen.
AARP Tax-Aide will provide tax services to seniors living in Fremont, Union City and Newark for tax year 2020. All in person drop off appointments are full. However, if tax payers can scan their tax documents and intake forms, email them to AARP, participate in a Google Meet Video call and receive their final tax return as a PDF, via email, you may call AARP Tax Aide at 408.475.3905 and leave a message with your name, phone number and AARP site you used in previous years. A tax-aide volunteer will return your call to explain the process further. Tax preparation may take up to 7 days to complete and E-file a return. Thank you for your understanding and patience as AARP aims to serve safely during the pandemic.
“Almost always, the creative dedicated minority has made the world better.” — Martin Luther King, Jr.
A1C Blood Testing NEW DAY! 1st Tuesday of each month 9am—12pm Feb 2
Chronic Pain Support Group 3rd Thursday each month on Zoom February 18 12.30—2.30pm ACPA Redwood City is a free chronic pain support group for the Bay Area, that receives non-financial support from the Stanford Pain Management Clinic and the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth. If you would like to join the group please email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602 and leave a message for the link. AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT 02.21 | P.03
CLASS SCHEDULE FEBRUARY 2021 MONDAY
No Classes Monday February 15
Program
Time
Hatha Yoga Chair Yoga Beginning Zumba Zumba Gold
9.00—10.00am 3.00—4.00pm 2.30—3.30pm 3.45—4.45pm
Instructor
Fee
Jana Sokale Shari Gent Marie Magsakay Marie Magsakay
$36/quarter $36/quarter $40 for 10 weeks $40 for 10 weeks
TUESDAY
Program
Time
Zumba Gold Creative Writing Needle Crafts Ukulele
9.00—10.00am 9.30—11.30am 1.00—3.00pm 3.00—4.30pm
Instructor
Fee
Marie Magsakay Justin Go and Elaine Rodgers Debbie Haigler Kalina Wong
$48 for 12 weeks Free Free Free
WEDNESDAY Program
Let’s Keep It Moving Intro to Drawing Hatha Yoga
Time
10.30—11.30am 9.30—11.30am 3.00—4.00pm
Instructor
Fee
Pat Tchang Richard O’Clarke Jana Sokale
$25 for 10 weeks $96/quarter $36/quarter
THURSDAY
Program
Time
Rise and Shine Yoga 9.00—10.00am Tai Chi: 10.00—11.00am Moving for Better Balance
Instructor
Fee
Shari Gent Joey Tchang
$36/quarter $25 for 10 weeks
FRIDAY
Program
Time
Instructor
Tai Chi for Arthritis
9.30—10.30am
Joey Tchang
Let’s Keep It Moving
10.35—11.35am
Pat Tchang
Garden Club (Feb 5) 1.00—3.00pm George Crozier email: srcentergardenclub@gmail.com for the link to their meeting The Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth is using ActiveNet for class registration. ActiveNet is a new registration system used to register for classes online. Each person needs to create an account. If you have family that also participate in center programs you can add family members to your account. The new registration system allows instructors to track attendance more easily. Create your free account (if you do not have one) today! P.04 | 02.21 AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT
Fee
$25 for 10 weeks $40 for 10 weeks Free
To create an account Go to: http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses or email registration form to Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov — see page 6 for more information. Spring 2021 classes (April—June) Registration will begin March 1.
Hot and Frozen Meal’s must be ordered in advance by Monday at 3pm for that Thursday. Orders are for one week at a time only. The reservation system for both hot and frozen meals are the same, either: • Email agewellcenters@fremont.gov today and put “Meals” in the subject line. • Call 510.790.6600 and leave a detailed message. A staff member will call or email you to confirm your order. Please do not show up unless your order has been confirmed verbally or via email. Credit card payment is required. Frozen Meals on Thursdays 12—1pm pickup or delivery $20 for 5 meals Frozen meals can be picked up at the Age Well Center drive-thru every Thursday between 12—1pm. We also deliver the same meals in the Tri-City area only per request. To order — see above.
THURS 4
THURS 11
• Chicken Teriyaki, Fried Rice and Broccoli
• Apricot Leek Chicken Breast, Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans
• Beef Stroganoff with Mushrooms and Egg Noodles • Shredded Pork Carnitas with Black Beans and Spanish Rice • Ground Turkey Meatballs Spaghetti and Marinara Sauce
• Pan Seared Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccini Pasta • Ground Turkey and Spinach Lasagna with Ricotta Cheese • Asian Beef and Broccoli with Steamed Jasmine Rice
THURS 18 No Frozen Meals This Week Due to Crab Feed on Friday February 19. BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE TODAY!
Simply go to https://bit.ly/ crabfeed2021awc today! You may also call 510.790.6600 or email agewellcenters @fremont.gov. (Credit cards only)
THURS 25 • Coconut Crusted Tilapia, Rice Pilaf and Vegetables • Seared Chicken Breast, Garlic Thyme Tomatoes, Wild Rice and Vegetables • Cheese Tortellini with Ground Beef Ragout and Mozzarella Cheese • Chinese Five Spice Pork, Vegetable Fried Rice and Mushrooms
Vegetarian (Frozen) Meal Menu: • Teriyaki Glazed Tofu, Fried Rice and Vegetables • Creamy Risotto with Sautéed Vegetables and Parmesan Cheese
• Four Cheese Tortellini w/Ground Soy Protein and Marinara Sauce • Vegetarian Lasagna w/Spinach, Mushrooms and Pesto
Hot Meals on 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays only 12—1pm pickup or delivery $8 for 1 hot meal The Age Well Center serves hot meals prepared by Chefs David and Luis, 2–3 Thursdays each month. Hot meals can be picked up at the same drive-thru as frozen meals.
THURS 4 Chinese New Year — Asian Chinese Five Spice Pork Ribs, Vegetable Chow Mein Noodles, Roasted Soy Glazed Mushrooms and Carrot, Egg Roll with Sweet & Sour Sauce and a Fortune Cookie
THURS 18 No Hot Meals This Week Due To Crab Feed on Friday February 19
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PANDEMIC CYCLING BOOM More American’s are spending time exercising outdoors on bikes since the usual activities are not possible during the pandemic. A recent poll of 1,000 Americans cited by the Union Cycliste Internationale, concluded that 50 percent plan to ride bikes more often post-pandemic. Lucky for the City of Fremont, the city’s Walnut Avenue Bikeway project has received significant national and state recognition as an outstanding example of improved infrastructure for bicycling. The project is a demonstration of a raised bike lane along a 1.2 mile corridor from Mission Boulevard to Paseo Padre Parkway, and new “protected intersections” at four locations to enhance safety for people who walk and bicycle. In December, the project was identified as one of the top ten best new bikeways in the nation by People for Bikes, a national bicycling organization. The California Bicycle Coalition (CalBikes) named the project as the “best new protected bikeway”. So if you want to get those endorphins flowing and need a new way to get some fresh air, bicycling safely is encouraged!
HEALTHY PARKS = HEALTHY PEOPLE Outdoor spaces and parks have become a source of resilience in 2020 and now 2021! Fresh air and green space have positive effects on psychological, physical and spiritual wellness. If you’ve visited an East Bay Regional park for example in the past year, you may have noticed more people had the same idea as you and are enjoying the trails and fresh air. Google’s Community Mobility Reports and the Oxford Coronavirus Government Response Tracker, report that park visitation has increased since February 2020 compared to visitor numbers prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Restrictions on social gathering, movement, and the closure of workplace and indoor recreational places, are attributed to more visits to parks. Just taking a moment to enjoy the
hills, views, trees, wildlife and peace that parks bring is gratifying. If you haven’t visited a park yet, step out of your comfort zone and give it a try! Seniors have been spotted bringing a lawn chair and spending some quiet time at local parks for a change in scenery. Social distancing is much easier at parks and masks are still required. For a list and map of all the parks in the East Bay Regional Park District go to www. ebparks.org/parks/. Maybe your New Years resolution can be to visit as many parks on the map as you can! If you can’t get out to the parks for health or transportation reasons, you may take virtual reality tours of selected parks and watch cool videos of storytelling and singing by park naturalists. Go to www.ebparks.org/activities/digital_learning/ default.htm to learn and discover today.
ActiveNet is a new registration system used to register for classes online. Each person needs to create an account. If you have family that also participate in Center programs you can add family members to your account. Creating an account is easy! 1. Go to http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses 2. Click on “Create an Account”
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3. Complete your information 4. Check your email to verify your account 5. Add your family members 6. Browse and register for activities Need help? Email Program Coordinator Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call him at 510.790.6602
Information about useful, local resources that you or a friend may need. COMMUNITY INFORMATION
HOUSING
COF Senior Information Line 510.574.2041 www.fremont.gov/908/Senior-Help-Line
COF Office of Housing Assistance
510.494.4500
COVIA Shared Housing Program
510.574.2173
Community Ambassador Program for Seniors (CAPS) www.fremont.gov/caps
510.574.2063
Fremont Landlord/Tenant Support
510.574.2270
COF Rent Review Program
510.733.4945
Area Agency on Aging I&R
510.577.3530
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 https://aseb.org/
510.656.1329
COF Family Caregiver Support
510.574.2041
Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org
800.272.3900
TRANSPORTATION
Stanford/VA Alzheimer’s Center www.med.stanford.edu/svalz
650.858.3915
Ride-On Tri City Program! 510.574.2053 (Transportation services for the elderly and disabled)
COVID-19 RESOURCES Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth Updates (Recorded message)
510.790.6610
Homeless Service and Hygeine Opportunities
510.574.2222
510.856.9010
East Bay Paratransit www.eastbayparatransit.org
510.287.5000
VOLUNTEER AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth 510.790.6600 www.fremont.gov/agewellcenters
CDPH Covid-19 Updates www.cdph.ca.gov/covid19
City of Newark Senior Center http://bit.ly/NewarkSeniorCenter
City of Fremont COVID-19 Resources and Updates www.fremont.gov/coronavirus County of Alameda COVID-19 Food Distribution and Services Map www.acgov.org/maps/food-services.htm
510.578.4840
Union City Senior Center 510.489.6629 www.unioncity.org/289/ Ralph-and-Mary-Ruggieri-Senior-Center
HEALTH AND WELLNESS COF Care Coordination and 510.574.2041 Support Services Medicare and Insurance Counseling (HICAP)
LIFE ElderCare Transportation www.lifeeldercare.org
Life ElderCare Services www.lifeeldercare.org/get-help/
510.894.0370
CityServe Compassion Network www.compassionnetwork.org
510.796.7378
Tri-City Volunteers www.tcvfoodbank.org
510.598.4066
510.839.0393
SOCIAL PARTICIPATION AND INCLUSION
LIFE Elder Care Meals & Fall Prevention 510.894.0370 www.lifeeldercare.org/get-help/
Well Connected 877.797.7299 www.covia.org/services/well-connected/
Washington Hospital Health Ins Info.
COF You Are Not Alone (YANA)
800.770.9447
510.790.6691
COF = City of Fremont
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VOLUNTEERS!
Twin Volunteer Power
The Age Well Center has been blessed to have the energy and support of identical twins Nathan and Isaac Chan for at least 3 years, thanks to mom and Fremont Unified School District partner Julia Chan. The saying the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, rings true for these two soon to be Mission San Jose high school graduates. It has been great watching them grow up over the years, as they’ve helped with our crab feed, special events and most recently our mobile food pantry when they are free. Thank you Nathan and Isaac! We hope you continue lending your skills and efforts for years to come in our community or wherever college may take you.
The AWC at Lake Elizabeth shifted gears fast in 2020 in response to the pandemic. Since January of 2020, the Lake Side Cafe which operates out of the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth served 24,437 meals to adults 55+ and unsheltered neighbors outside. The Center also handed out 2,550 grocery bags in partnership with Tri City Volunteers. Additionally, we provided live classes via Zoom, along with presentations/trainings, a chronic pain support group and health services outside of our facility. Our newsletter Age-Friendly Fremont, has also kept our members informed and up-to-date on available community resources. For 40 years we have been a trusted place that provides opportunities for older adults to remain active, engaged, informed and supported. Now more than ever we need you to help make our annual fundraiser a major success! All proceeds will be used to support the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth’s Lake Side Cafe that feeds so many affordably or free during the pandemic. Dinner will be excellent as our talented chefs treat you to fresh crab, garlic butter, pasta, breadsticks, salad, and dessert in a reusable tote, that will be safely placed in your trunk. While you wait in your car, live music will be played and a fun car game will be provided. You can pick up your meals on Friday February 19 at 1.00pm or 3.30pm.
$5000
Includes 6 crab feed meals, Recognition at City Council Meeting, Recognition in Tri-City Voice, Recognition on Banner outside AWC, Listing on Flyer handed out to “attendees”, Listing in Age-Friendly Fremont Newsletter.
$500
Includes 4 crab feed meals, Recognition in Tri-City Voice, Recognition on Banner outside AWC, Listing on Flyer handed out to “attendees”, Listing in AgeFriendly Fremont.
$275
$2500
Includes 2 crab feed meals, Recognition in Tri-City Voice, Recognition on Banner outside AWC, Listing on Flyer handed out to “attendees”, Listing in AgeFriendly Fremont.
$1000
Includes 1 crab feed meal, Recognition in Tri-City Voice, Recognition on Banner outside AWC, Listing on Flyer handed out to “attendees”, Listing in Age-Friendly Fremont.
Includes 4 crab feed meals, Recognition in Tri-City Voice, Recognition on Banner outside AWC, Listing on Flyer handed out to “attendees”, Listing in AgeFriendly Fremont. Includes 4 crab feed meals, Recognition in Tri-City Voice, Recognition on Banner outside AWC, Listing on Flyer handed out to “attendees”, Listing in AgeFriendly Fremont.
$175
For more details call 510.790.6602 or 510.790.6606 or go to https://bit.ly/Crabfeed2021awc if you would like to contribute toward its success as a sponsor. 510.790.6600
www.fremont.gov/agewellcenters
/agewellcenters agewellcenters@fremont.gov
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