The Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth — formerly the Fremont Senior Center — offering online classes, services, trainings and curbside to go meals! OUR BUILDING IS CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE due to COVID-19 and the Shelter In Place Order issued by the Alameda County Public Health Department.
Winston Churchhill once said “You make a living by what you get. You make a difference by what you give.” National Volunteer Month became official in 1991. There are many people in the Tri City that choose to volunteer once a month, while others volunteer for many organizations putting in hours multiple days. Every contribution big and small make a difference at organizations like City of Fremont’s Human Services Department, Life ElderCare, Tri City Volunteers, Shinn Park, Washington Hospital and the Tri City Free Breakfast Program. What draws those who choose to volunteer to donate their time, energy and knowledge? Many say volunteering gives them purpose and allows them to meet new people. Some say since they retired, they felt lost and volunteering allowed them to choose where they wanted to be and who they wanted to help, which was a priceless feeling. Others say their town has been so good to them and they feel as though its’ their duty to give back to their town. If you volunteer, why do you? If not, can you think of a volunteer you think fondly of? The City of Fremont hope you have been touched by all the good displayed by neighbors, nonprofit organizations, government entities and strangers during these challenging times. The pandemic has sparked a new wave of volunteerism across the globe and we hope the positive energy continues for centuries to come! If you know a senior that needs support from a volunteer, please call the senior information line at 510.574.2041. If you or a family member are interested in volunteering, contact an agency you admire or go to volunteermatch.org to explore other opportunities.
510.790.6600 www.fremont.gov/agewellcenters /AgeWellCenters agewellcenters@fremont.gov
Zoom links for classes are on your ActiveNet receipt Spanish Immersion NEW! Begins April 12 Mondays 12.30—2.00pm FREE Join our Spanish Immersion class to learn grammatical analysis and conversational Spanish. Reading material will be provided and discussed in class via zoom. To register go to http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses Questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602. Art Social Group NEW! Begins April 14 Wednesdays 1.00—3.00pm FREE If you enjoy art and are looking for some friendly faces this is the art social group for you! If you have an artistic side or want to develop one this class is fun and engaging. Class is self paced and you provide and get feedback from your peers. To register go to http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses Questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602. Hot Coffee Social Group NEW! Begins April 13 Tuesdays 10.00-11am on Zoom Free Come and join this weekly virtual hangout. Bring your favorite morning beverage and enjoy time visiting your peers online. This is a great way to socialize safely and connect you to others that you haven’t seen in a while. We hope to see you for this group. You know you wanna hangout! Questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602 for the Zoom link. Cooking with Chef David NEW! Friday April 16 11.00am—12.30pm $5 Learn to cook Salmon Cleopatra Seafood Pasta with Chef David and friends. This dish includes pan seared salmon with shrimp, linguine pasta with a smooth white wine citrus cream sauce. Your taste buds will enjoy this succulent seafood creation made by you. To register go to http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses Questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602. P.02 | 04.21 AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT
California Phones Online Tuesday April 20 10.00—11.00am FREE
From staying in touch with love ones to scheduling medical appointments, having a good working phone is critical in today’s environment. California Phones is an official state program with over 40 specialized telephone equipment to provide for FREE to eligible Californians. Join our virtual presentation to learn how you can get one for yourself. To register go to http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses Questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602.
Normal Aging and Ways of Improving Memory Wednesday April 14 10.00am Have you spent time searching for your keys, wallet, eyeglasses or something else important? It is important to understand that our brains change over time. It is helpful to be able to distinguish normal changes from those that require medical and psychological attention. Join the City of Fremont, Family Caregiver Support Program to learn to increase knowledge about understanding of normal changes in memory as we age. Discuss strategies identified by scientists to minimize age related changes and improve everyday memory functions. Communication Strategies Wednesday April 21 10.00am Communication with others is essential to every aspect of our daily life. Family Caregivers have the important role of helping loved ones with a multitude of tasks. Being able to communicate well with loved ones to whom you provide care is very critical for ensuring reduced stress in relationship with others and getting ones needs met. Join this online webinar to learn effective communication strategies and build strong and positive relationships with your loves ones. To register for one or both Caregiver classes, go to http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses Questions? Email Frishta Sharifi at fsharifi@fremont.gov or call 510.574.2035.
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 April 8 and 22 12.00—1.00pm
On the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 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.
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 April 13, 20 and 27 Toe Nail and Callus Care (by appointment only) 1st Tuesday of each month 9am—12pm April 6 Call 510.252.5845 or 510.252.5819 to make an appointment with Dr. Alycia Chen. A1C Blood Testing 1st Tuesday of each month 9am—12pm April 6
Ride-On Tri-City! Transportation Services for Seniors and People with Disabilities in the Tri-City area Thursday April 8 10.00am
Do you know who to call when you need a ride? Wondering how to get to your COVID-19 vaccine appointment, your doctor’s office, the grocery store, pharmacy or community locations? Want to learn more about your transportation options? A Transportation Resource Specialist from the Ride-On Tri-City! Program will be hosting a Free Zoom Presentation on Thursday, April 8th at 10.00am. The presentation will provide information on: • • •
How to connect with the Ride-On Helpline to get any of your transportation issues addressed Ride-On Tri-City! Transportation Services, including subsidized wheelchair van, taxi, Lyft and Uber rides Services available through Union City Paratransit, East Bay Paratransit, Medi-Cal Transportation services
To register go to http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses Questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602.
Chronic Pain Support Group 3rd Thursday each month on Zoom April 15 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.
COMING MAY: Older Americans Month May is Older Americans Month. AWC will feature a free demo of our Zumba Fitness class at the Pavillion in Central Park, a spring into fitness walk around Lake Elizabeth and other special events. Look for more information in next month’s newsletter and on Facebook. AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT 04.21 | P.03
MONDAY
*Classes offered at prorated fee
Program
Time
Hatha Yoga* Spanish Immersion NEW! Chair Yoga* Beginning Zumba NEW!* Zumba Gold NEW!*
9.00—10.00am 12.30—2.00pm 3.00—4.00pm 2.30—3.30pm 3.45—4.45pm
TUESDAY
Instructor
Fee
Jana Sokale Aurelia Martinez Shari Gent Marie Magsakay Marie Magsakay
$36/quarter Free $36/quarter $52/quarter $52/quarter
*Classes offered at prorated fee
Program
Time
Zumba Gold NEW!* Creative Writing Hot Coffee Social Group NEW! Yoga Fit NEW!* CTAP Presentation (April 20) Needle Crafts Ukulele
9.00—10.00am Marie Magsakay 9.30—11.30am Justin Go and Elaine Rodgers 10.00—11.00am N/A 10.00—11.00am Shari Gent 10.00—11.00am Triet Hong 1.00—3.00pm Debbie Haigler 3.00—4.30pm Kalina Wong
WEDNESDAY
Instructor
Fee
$56/quarter Free Free $36/quarter Free Free Free
*Classes offered at prorated fee
Program
Time
Let’s Keep It Moving* Intro to Drawing* Art Social Group NEW! Hatha Yoga*
10.30—11.30am 9.30—11.30am 1.00—3.00pm 3.00—4.00pm
THURSDAY
Instructor
Fee
Pat Tchang Richard O’Clarke Aurelia Martinez Jana Sokale
$40/quarter $96/quarter Free $36/quarter
*Classes offered at prorated fee
Program
Time
Rise and Shine Yoga* Advanced Drawing* Ride On Tri City (April 8) Chronic Pain Support Group (April 15)
FRIDAY
Instructor
Fee
9.00—10.00am 9.30—11.30am 10.00am—12.00pm
Shari Gent Richard O’Clarke ROTC Staff
$36/quarter $96/quarter Free
12.30—2.30pm
James Weil
Free
*Classes offered at prorated fee
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 (April 2) 1.00—3.00pm George Crozier email: srcentergardenclub@gmail.com for the link to their meeting
Fee
$40/quarter $60/quarter Free
SPRING CLASS REGISTRATION (APRIL—JUNE) OPEN NOW! • • •
Go to: http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses or Email: Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602 with questions Zoom class link will be on your receipt.
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Go to http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses to order your HOT and FROZEN meals using your newly created ActiveNet account! Orders may be placed Friday the week before until Wednesday at 1pm. Orders can only be done one week at a time. If you are not able to order on your own, you can order through us using the reservation system below: • Email agewellcenters@fremont.gov today and put “Meals and the Date” in the subject line. • Call 510.790.6600 and leave a detailed message. If we do your order, a staff member will call/email you to confirm your order. Please do not pick up your order if you have not received confirmation. Credit card payment is required.
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. You will get at least one of each of the meals listed plus one duplicate (chef’s choice).
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BBQ Roasted Pork Loin, Mac & Cheese and Vegetables
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Asian Beef and Broccoli, Fried Rice and a Pot Sticker
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Roasted Garlic Herb Chicken Breast, Creamy Polenta and Vegetables
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Chicken Enchiladas with Green Salsa Verde, Spanish Rice and Pinto Beans
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Ground Beef Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy and Vegetables
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Potato Crusted Cod, Roasted Potatoes and Vegetables
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Coconut Crusted Tilapia with Apricot Sauce, Rice and Vegetables
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Two Alarm Ground Turkey Chili with Beans and Vegetables
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Filipino Chicken Adobo, Jasmine Rice, Asian Stir Fry Vegetables
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Ground Turkey Lasagna with Spinach and Ricotta Cheese
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Spanish Pork Carnitas, Spanish Rice and Black Beans
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Baked BBQ Chicken, Baked Beans, Mac & Cheese
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Spaghetti and Beef Meatballs with Marinara and Parmesan Cheese
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Classic Beef Stew with Potatoes and Vegetables
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Maryland Crab Cakes, Wild Rice and Vegetables
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Five Cheese Tortellini Pasta with Ground Turkey Ragout Sauce
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Grilled Flank Steak, Potato Wedges and Green Beans
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BBQ Pulled Pork, Baked Beans and Corn Vegetable Medley
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Spinach and Cheese Ravioli with Ground Turkey Ragout Sauce
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Roasted Chicken Breast with Tomato Herb Garlic Sauce, Pearl Cous Cous and Vegetables
• BBQ Rubbed Tofu, Vegetarian Beans and Roasted Potatoes • Stuffed Portobello Mushroom, Pearl Cous Cous and Feta Cheese • Stripped Spinach and Cheese Ravioli with Alfredo Sauce • Cornbread Stuffed Red Peppers with Basil Marinara Sauce
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.
Oven Roasted Beef Tri Tip with BBQ Sauce, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Broccoli and Carrots, Soft French Dinner Roll and Butter
Teriyaki Glazed Salmon Filet, Vegetable Fried Rice, Mushroom and Zucchini Stir Fry, Egg Roll with Sweet and Sour Sauce
BBQ Chicken and Pork Ribs, Red Skin Potato Salad, BBQ Baked Beans, Corn on the Cob and Sliced Whole Wheat Bread
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VOLUNTEERS — STILL SHINING THE LIGHT
The Age Well Center would like to thank every single volunteer. Their hard work, dedication and love for adult 55+ is appreciated. Many volunteers have not been able to volunteer for the past few years. We miss them! All feel the void left by this integral part of our community. Our front office volunteers are helpful and accomodating to the public. The kitchen volunteers that help prepare and serve delicious meals. The volunteer instructors that keep us moving and thinking with our wide variety of offerings. The volunteer trip leaders that ensure we’re safe and have fun on day trips. The host or hostess that greets patrons with a smile as you enter our center. The tax preparers, the mature driving teachers, the senior commissioners and all other volunteers that help the center stand out amongst all centers in the world. Volunteers truly make the Age Well Center special and create positive life moments for the community. As we venture into 2021, staff are looking forward to the day volunteers can return to serving the Tri City area. The past twelve months have been difficult, but it has also given us a chance to slow down and reflect. Optimism remains for the future that lies ahead with volunteers remaining the back bone of the AWC!
MORE SCRUTINY FOR AGE DISCRIMINATION Historically age discrimination has been difficult to prove. In a recent case the 3rd Circuit of Appeals overturned the lower courts’ decision. This action may be a sign that companies will face increased accountability for age discrimination. Adults 65 and older make up a greater percentage of the population than 18 and under. Not only that, people are living longer, healthier lives — even during a pandemic. Employment is important to maintain a
comfortable standard of living and a sense of wellbeing. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published new information on behavior and language that may demonstrate systemic discrimination. With a new administration in the White House and a plan to elevate diversity, equity, and inclusion, age will become an important focus for employment and labor cases. Hope is in the air that employers not already on notice will take notice and action.
RADIO STATION ENGAGES SENIOR RESIDENTS At the start of the pandemic Resident Services Coordinator Monica Gloria created and conducted a technology survey for the residents of Pauline Weaver Senior Apartments to gauge whether there was interest in learning how to use technology. It was also asked whether residents would want to participate in activities if they were conducted on an online platform like Zoom. Results were disheartening, but where there’s a will there’s a way. After a more targeted follow up survey, it was decided that radio would be the best way to engage residents safely. Since February of this year, Resident Services offers exercise, informational community meetings, health presentations hosted by On Lok and Bingo at Pauline Weaver. Residents tune into a preset station dedicated to engagement and connection and the response has been a positive one. During the live broadcast residents can even call in, ask questions and have them answered on the spot. Who said radio was dead? One size never fits all and listening to what works for the community you serve, will always be mainstream in the City of Fremont Human Services Department! P.06 | 04.21 AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT
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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$5000 •
Grewal Family Charitable Fund
$1000 to $4999 • • • • • • • • • •
City of Fremont Employees Association Cogir of Fremont Fremont Bank Fremont Morning Rotary Republic Services of Alameda County Shelley Reavis Trudie and George Mathieson Unitek College Fremont Washington Hospital Healthcare System Winnie Hung
$500 to $999 • • • • • • •
Chapel of the Roses Garden Club at AWC @ Lake Elizabeth Haller’s Pharmacy Marty Fraga Pau T Wong Suzanne Shenfil Washington Hospital Employee Group
$175 to $499 • • • •
Aida Nelson ($100) Christina Chen Ching Cheung Ching and Albert Lin
510.790.6600
www.fremont.gov/agewellcenters
/agewellcenters agewellcenters@fremont.gov
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Fremont Indian Seniors Association (FISA) Indo American Senior Association (INSAF) Irene Andersen Kay Emanuele Noll and Tam Architects Norm Hughes Pauline Weaver Senator Bob Wieckowski
Undisclosed Amount •
Kalina Wong
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