SEPTEMBER 2021
The Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth — formerly the Fremont Senior Center — offers (online and in person) classes, services, trainings and meals! * OUR BUILDING IS OPEN FOR LUNCH, SERVICES AND CLASSES. SEE SEPTEMBER TIMES BELOW. WELCOME BACK!
September is a fitting month to celebrate National Senior Center month. It marks the beginning of the harvest season, a time of reflection and of gathering strength alongside others to harvest what you have carefully, thoughtfully, and conscientiously sown over the course of the past year. The 41-year-old Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth has sown a great deal; more than ever imagined. Unprecedented times allowed the AWC at Lake Elizabeth to show the community how vital the services offered are to older adults’ health and wellbeing. Virtual classrooms developed out of necessity like 4 Steps to Emergency Preparedness, Ukulele, Creative Writing, Needle Crafts and Yoga which provided continued means of empowerment, community connection and activity during bleak times. Adults 55+ using Zoom and ordering meals online defied the ageist stereotypes about older adults and technology use. Take that agism! In 12 months, over 32,000 meals were produced out of the Age Well Center which included bag lunches, frozen and hot meals for older adults and other in need populations. Over 3,000 bags of free groceries were also handed out safely to older adults. COVID–19 resources were provided along with donated masks and a vaccination clinic provided by Haller’s Pharmacy was set up. This past year allowed the Center to continue to address the big issue of isolation and bring it to the forefront of the community more. Going forward the Center will take lessons learned to continue to provide enriching services and programs. See page 2 for special National Senior Magic Notes bass player John leaves the AWC after entertaining Thursday dance goers. Center Month programming.
510.790.6600 www.fremont.gov/agewellcenters /AgeWellCenters agewellcenters@fremont.gov September Hours: Monday—Thursday 8am—1pm Lunch only Friday 11.30am—1pm
INDICATES ZOOM EVENT INDICATES IN PERSON EVENT
The Age Well Center will be closed on Monday September 6 in observance of Labor Day.
In celebration of National Senior Center month the AWC has 3 special activities planned for all to join. Look for activities with the symbol next to them. Check this page for more details.
Spirit Day Tuesdays
9/14 — Favorite Sports Team Attire Day Wear clothing from your favorite sports team and represent. 9/21 — Fremont Pride Colors Wear blue, white or green which are the colors of the City of Fremont’s logo. 9/28 — Cultural Appreciation/ Travels Day Wear your favorite cultural attire or t-shirt from a place you’ve enjoyed traveling to. Please take pictures and share by emailing them to: agewellcenters@fremont.gov We will share them on Facebook and maybe you’ll see yourself in our next newsletter! Age Well Dances Thursdays September 2 and 9 11.00am—1.00pm in Wing A $5 September 2 — The Magic Notes September 9 — The Canyon Band Dust off those dancing shoes, spend some time with your peers and enjoy some live music! Join the AWC for a dancing good time. Mask required. Cash only payable at the door upon entry. See you soon! iPhone Training Thursday September 16 1-3pm Free Do you want to become more knowledgeable about all the features your iPhone has? Having difficulty hearing or seeing on your iPhone? Attend a FREE online training and make your iPhone work better for you! Sign up today and leave knowing more about how to use your iPhone. COVIA Home Match Tabling
September 16 9.00—11.00am Lobby Covia, a Front Porch partner, is a nonprofit centered in the Bay Area that provides senior living communities, programs, and more. Covia’s programming supports older adults in the Bay Area and throughout the county with access to connection programs, nutrition, affordable housing, and creative aging resources. Programs include Well Connected/Well Connected Español, Social Call, and Home Match. Well Connected/Well Connected Español is a nationwide virtual community where older adults can participate in educational and engaging classes, tours, and more while Social Call connects individuals with volunteers for one on one conversations. Home Match is a free service that connects home seekers looking for housing with home providers with extra room in their homes. Stop by the AWC lobby to learn more! Intergenerational Mask Decorating Wednesday September 22 9—10.30am on Zoom We all wear masks to protect ourselves and others. Why not wear a mask personalized by you with color, sparkle or a message! Do you have small grandchildren you’ve missed or that are far away at home during the day? They can join this class via Zoom from anywhere. It’s sure to be a fun activity for all ages! Register by 9/15. Zoom link, mask and craft supplies will be provided. Sip & Paint Thursday September 23 11am—1pm Wing A $15 Learn how to paint at this fun and interactive paint party. Janell Metcalf will lead this paint party. Music, all supplies and refreshments will be provided.” All levels welcome. Register today!
To register for any of the classes or programs on this page go to: http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses Need help or have questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602 P.02 | 09.21 AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT
Sign up at the front desk or call us at 510.790.6600. Some services offered online through Zoom and in person at the Age Well Center. 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 September 9 and 23 10.30—11.30am
Bring your own bag and choose from an array of fresh fruit, vegetables and non perishables farmers market style for free! Food provided by Tri- City Volunteers to the first 130 people. Staging area is located in front of the AWC on the sidewalk. 1 bag per household.
Bay Area Community Health
Bay Area Community Health has returned to offering services in doors at the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth inside the service room. The health service schedule is located below. Face masks are required by all attendees. If you or anyone in your household are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 do not come in for health services. A1C Blood Testing NEW DAY! 1st Tuesday of each month 9am—12pm Sept 7 Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar 3rd/4th Tuesday 9am—12pm Sept 21 and 28 Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar 3rd Thursday 9am—12pm Sept 16 Toe Nail and Callus Care (by appointment only) 2nd Tuesday of each month 9am—12pm Sept 14 Call 510.252.5845 or 510.252.5819 to make an appointment with Dr. Alycia Chen.
Ride-On Tri-City!
Thursday September 9 Clipper Card Workshop 10—11am Ride On Tri-City Workshop 11am—12pm Lobby Are you a senior or a person with a disability living in Fremont, Newark or Union City? Register for a Clipper Card workshop and/or a Ride- On Tri -City! Come to the workshop and get your Senior Clipper card and learn about how to use the card on public transit. A Transportation Resources Specialist from the RideOn Tri-City! Program is available to assist you with your specific transportation needs. For more info about the workshop, please call the Ride-On Tri-City Helpline 510.574.2053.
FISA (Fremont Indian Seniors Association) September 7 and 21 10.00am—1.00pm in Wing A 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
INSAF (Indo American Seniors) September 14 and 28 10.00am—1.00pm in Wing A 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month East Indian Seniors September 14 and 28 11.00am—1.00pm in Wing B 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month
Chronic Pain Support Group 3rd Thursday each month on Zoom September 16 12.30—2.30pm Dealing with chronic pain daily is no easy feat. Join our free chronic pain support group that receives guidance from the Stanford Pain Management Clinic. Learn tools to function better with pain. Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6602 to join the group and receive the Zoom link.
WELCOME! AWC/Lake Elizabeth has been open since July 6th. Check for updates on Facebook, check your email and call our update line at 510.790.6610! AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT 09.21 | P.03
ZOOM CLASS
IN PERSON CLASS
MONDAY
*MEMBERSHIP PRICE/CLASS OFFERED AT PRORATED FEE
NO CLASSES SEPTEMBER 6
Program
Ping Pong Hatha Yoga* Quilters Club Harmonica Monday Moves Spanish Immersion Bingocize Beginning Zumba* Chair Yoga*
Location
Wing A Zoom Wing B/SS Carlton Sr. Liv. Zoom Wing B/PS Zoom Zoom Zoom
Time
Instructor
Fee
8.15—10.30am 9.00—10.00am 9.00am—12.00pm 10.30—11.30am 10.30—11.30am 11.30am—1.00pm 1.30-2.30pm 2.30—3.30pm 3.00—4.00pm
N/A Jana Sokale Amy Alvelais David Mandell Pat Tchang Aurelia Martinez Jennifer Shively Marie Magsakay Shari Gent
Free $44/quarter Free Free Free Free Free $40/quarter $44/quarter
TUESDAY
Program
Zumba Gold* Yuanji Dance Fiber Arts Creative Writing Needle Crafts
Location
Time
Zoom 9.00—10.00am Lake Elizabeth 9.00—11.00am Wing B/SS 9.00—10.30am Wing B/PS 10.00—12.00pm Zoom 1.00—3.00pm
Instructor
Fee
Marie Magsakay Su-Yen Wang Eleanor Pickering Elaine Rodgers Debbie Haigler
$44/quarter Free Free Free Free
WEDNESDAY
Program
Location
Adv Drawing & Painting* * Lake Walkers (9/1 & 9/15) Let’s Keep It Moving* Art Social Group Caregiver Support Group Bingocize Hatha Yoga*
Time
Instructor
Fee
Zoom 9.30—11.30am Richard O’Clarke Lake Elizabeth 10.00—11.00am Phan Pham Zoom 10.30—11.30am Pat Tchang Wing A/PS 10.30—12.30pm Aurelia Martinez Wing B/PS 11.00—12.30pm Frishta Sharifi Zoom 1.30—2.30pm Jennifer Shively Zoom 3.00—4.00pm Jana Sokale
$96/quarter Free $60/quarter Free Free Free $52/quarter
THURSDAY
Program
Rise and Shine Yoga* Creative Writing Mah Jong Ride-on Tri-City (9/9) Dances (9/2 and 9/9) Chronic Pain Support Group (9/16)
Location
Zoom Zoom Wing B Lobby Wing A Zoom
Time
Instructor
Fee
9.00—10.00am 10.00am—12.00pm 10.00am—1.00pm 10.00am—12.00pm 11.00am—1.00pm 12.30—2.30pm
Shari Gent $56/quarter Elaine Rodgers and Justin Go Free Mae Xavier Free ROTC Staff Free N/A $5 (cash only) James Weil Free
FRIDAY
Program
Location
Time
Instructor
Yuanji Dance Lake Elizabeth 9.00—11.00am Teresa Lee Tai Chi for Arthritis* Zoom 9.30—10.30am Joey Tchang Let’s Keep It Moving* Zoom 10.35—11.35am Pat Tchang Garden Club (9/3) Zoom 1.00—3.00pm George Crozier email: srcentergardenclub@gmail.com for the link to their meeting
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Fee
Free $60/quarter $60/quarter Free
LUNCH Monday — Friday Served at 12 PM Regular Meals Members: $5 Non-Members: $7 Special Meals Members: $6 Non Members: $8
LIMITED SEATING
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA 94538.
Meals can be reserved and membership can be purchased at: http://bit.ly/AgeWellClasses FROZEN MEALS Members: 2 for $7 Non-members: 2 for $9 *1 set per person online. Additional 1 set available in person.
FIRST–COME, FIRST SERVED NO REFUNDS, NO EXCHANGES ALL AGES WELCOME
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Italian Meatball Soup, Spaghetti & Turkey Meatballs, Steamed Vegetable Blend, Caesar Salad and Garlic Bread
Chicken Enchiladas, Pinto Beans, Spanish Rice, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Salsa and Caesar Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Coconut Crusted Tilapia with Ginger Soy Apricot Sauce, Rice Pilaf, Roasted Asparagus, Tropical Slaw and a Roll
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Spiral Sliced Ham w/Cranberry Sauce, Cornbread Stuffing with Mushrooms, Green Beans, Tossed Green Salad and Bread
Mediterranean Chicken with Herbs, Olives and Garlic, Pearl CousCous, Roasted Cauliflower, Salad & Toasted Flatbread
Apricot-Leek Chicken, Creamy Polenta, Roasted Vegetables, Spinach Salad and House Baked Focaccia
Roasted Turkey Breast w/Brown Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Vegetables, Mixed Green Salad, Bread and Butter
Spinach & Mushroom Lasagna w/Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Steamed Broccoli & Carrots, Caesar Salad and Garlic Bread
Spanish Pork Carnitas, Cilantro Cumin Rice, Black Beans, Avocado Lime Romaine Salad, Flour Tortillas and Salsa
Lemon Yogurt Roasted Chicken, Pearl CousCous, Cumin Roasted Carrots, Cucmber Salad and Toasted Flatbread
Lemon Pepper Cod w/Tartar Sauce, Rice Pilaf, Steamed Vegetables, Tossed Green Salad and a Roll
Ground Turkey Meatloaf w/Brown Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables, Garden Spinach Salad, Soft Roll and Butter $6 & $8 Braised Lamb Shank w/Brown Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Tossed Green Salad, Bread and Butter $6 & $8 BBQ Beef Tri Tip, Andoullie Sausage, Loaded Baked Potato, Roasted Vegetables, Soft Roll, Strawberry Feta Cheese Salad
Asian Roasted Pork Char Chiu w/Egg Noodle Chow Mein, Steamed Broccoli & Bell Peppers, Pork Pot Sticker and Spinach Salad
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, Red Potato Salad, Corn on the Cob, Dill Pickle Spear, Green Salad and Fresh Fruit
Ginger Soy Glazed Cod Filet, Jasmine Rice, Garlic Green Beans, Broccoli Kale Asian Slaw, Steamed Dumpling and Fortune Cookie
Cornmeal Crusted Catfish, Red Pepper Tartar Sauce, Ham Collard Greens, Hush Puppies and Spinach Salad
Chicken Parmesan w/Marinara Sauce, Vegetables, Linguine Pasta, Caesar Salad and Garlic Focaccia Bread
Clam Chowder Soup, Oven Fried Battered Cod, Oven Baked Tater Tots, Steamed Broccoli, Kale Slaw & Sourdough Bread
Minestrone Soup, Herb Tomato Garlic Chicken Breast, Rice Pilaf, Roasted Squash, Green Salad, Bread and Butter
LUNCH SERVICE Monday — Friday Service Begins at 12.00 noon Service Ends at 12.30 pm
MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABILITY OF FOODS.
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Special dietary requests ie. vegetarian, etc must be specified online or called into the chef no later than 24 hours in advance. We accept cash, checks and major credit cards Taking food home with you is done at your own risk. Please be sure to eat with 30 min. or regirgerate.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Are you interested in leading an activity or program? Would you like to help serve lunch or help out in the kitchen after lunch? Help seniors with technology? Becoming a Community Ambassador for Seniors? Both Age Well Centers are in need of volunteers. Join us at one of four informational sessions to learn all about the centers and get specific information and questions answered about volunteer opportunities. Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth Volunteer Information Sessions September 9 or October 7 11am—12pm Contact Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or 510.790.6602 or just stop by for the meeting for more information. Age Well Center at South Fremont Volunteer Information Sessions September 13 or October 11 1—2pm Contact Martha Torrez at mtorrez@fremont.gov or 510.742.7540 or just stop by for the meeting for more information.
FALL CLASS REGISTRATION October—December Classes The Fall session of classes is fast approaching. Registration starts September 9th for the fall session that begins Monday October 4th. Sign up for your favorite Age Well classes! Classes are taught by paid staff or volunteer instructors. Some classes meet indoors, outdoors and on Zoom. To register for classes you can do it online or register at our office during business hours, Monday—Thursday 8am—1pm. Members do receive priority if there is limited space. If you are interested in volunteering to be an instructor of a new class in the future at the Age Well Centers email: agewellcenters@fremont.gov or call 510.790.6600.
CAREGIVER EDUCATIONAL SERIES Normal Aging and Ways of Improving Memory Thursday September 9 11am—12.30pm 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, and 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 normal changes in memory as we age. Discuss strategies identified by scientists to minimize age related changes and improve everyday memory functions. To register call Frishta Sharifi at 510.574.2035 or email: fsharifi@fremont.gov P.06 | 09.21 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 ElderCare 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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IT’S EASY TO SAVE WATER TODAY!
Drought is here and saving water is as simple as one, two, three! Join Alameda County Water District to support water conservation and the State’s call for all Californians to reduce individual water use by 15%. Meeting this goal is easy and EVERYONE can make a difference! • One less watering day (garden/landscape) per household, per week • Two less flushes per person, per day • Three less minutes in the shower per person, per day More ways to save water every day include washing one less load of laundry and finding and fixing leaky faucets. A commitment to water conservation today will add up to preserving our water supply for tomorrow. More information about water conservation tips, rebates, resources and drought updates is available at www.acwd.org/drought or call 510.668.4212
If you or someone you know is having trouble paying their water bill, ACWD offers Help on Tap, a customer assistance program. This program provides income-qualified residential customers a $35 credit on the bimonthly water service charge. For more information about this program, customers can call 510.668.4200 or visit www.acwd.org/hot
The Age Well Center at South Fremont — a hub for fun, community connection and wellness opportunities for adults 55+ welcomes you! Open Monday—Friday. Stop by!
510.742.7540
47111 MISSION FALLS CT. FREMONT CA 94539 www.fremont.gov/agewellcenters
510.790.6600
www.fremont.gov/agewellcenters
/agewellcenters agewellcenters@fremont.gov
Age Well Center at South Fremont 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