Age-Friendly Newsletter, January 2025

JANUARY 2025

Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth

40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy.

Fremont CA 94538 Hours: Monday-Friday 8am—4:30pm 510-790-6600

Age Well Center at South Fremont

47111 Mission Falls Ct. Fremont CA 94539 Hours: Monday-Friday 8am—4:30pm 510-742-7540

IT’S TIME FOR FREMONT’S FAVORITE CRAB FEED FUNDRAISER! With the support and involvement of our community members, the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth’s Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser has become a beloved and eagerly awaited event. The proceeds from this event directly benefit the Age Well Center, and help keep meals, classes, and membership affordable.

This year’s 18th Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser will be held at the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth, located at 40086 Paseo Padre Parkway, on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14, 2025. As in previous years, the Age Well Center will offer both a drive-thru and dine-in option.

For those who prefer enjoying their crab dinner from home, the drive-thru meal pickup will be available from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. This convenient option includes 1½ pounds of tender, mouth-watering crab, along with all the sides and dessert.

If you enjoy a lively atmosphere and socializing the dine-in experience begins at 5:30pm with the all-you-can eat crab dinner served at 6:00pm.

This popular event always sells out, so be sure to purchase your tickets early! Tickets for both the drive-thru and dine-in event cost $80 each.

To purchase your tickets, visit: city.fremont.gov/ crabfeed25 or scan the QR code. You can also drop by either Age Well Center between 8:00am and 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, call 510-790-6600, or email agewellcenters@fremont.gov to purchase with a credit card. The Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth has been supporting older adults in the community for over 44 years. If you are interested in sponsoring the event and supporting our mission, please contact manager Monica Gloria at 510-790-6606.

city.fremont.gov/agewellcenters /AgeWellCenters agewellcenters@fremont.gov

PROGRAMMING INFORMATION CURRENT AS OF DEC. 11

*THE AGE WELL CENTERS ARE CLOSED JANUARY 1 AND JANUARY 20.

Celebrating Diversity Circle First and Third Wednesdays 10am–12:30pm Wing A Street Side – FREE Come and make new friends, show your PRIDE, or become an ally by joining Celebrating Diversity Circle. This group meets twice a month for inspiring lectures, discussion, currents events, film, music, and LGBTQ+ topics.

Rock n’ Rollin’ Aerobics and Dance Session I Wednesdays and Thursdays, January 8-February 6, 2025 3:30–4:30pm Wing B $50 member $70 nonmember Get moving and grooving with Rock n’ Rollin’ Aerobics and Dance class! Aerobic dance moves are set to 50’s and 60’s rock n’ roll to help increase heart health and cognitive awareness. Register today! Instructor: Michael Quebec Easy Tai Chi and Strength Session I Wednesdays and Thursdays, January 8-February 6, 2025 4:30–5:30pm Wing B $50 member $70 nonmember Get fit with our new class, Easy Tai Chi and Strength. This class is for beginners with no prior Tai Chi experience. You will learn movements from the Chen and Yang styles of Tai Chi in a fun and encouraging environment. Register today! Instructor: Michael Quebec Chair and Mat Yoga Session I Mondays, January 6-January 27, 2025 (No class January 20) 12:15–1:15pm Wing B $24 member $44 nonmember Rejuvenate your body and mind with Chair and Mat Yoga! This class combines yoga postures, breath work, and meditation to enhance strength, balance, and inner peace. Suitable for all levels. Instructor: Shari Gent Hatha Yoga Session I Mondays, January 6-January 27, 2025 (No class January 20) 1:30–2:30pm Wing B $24 member $44 nonmember Hatha Yoga will include foundational asansas as well as standing, balance, and seated postures.

The class focuses on breath, presence, and mindful movement. Clear direction and modification options will be offered by the teacher. All levels of yoga are invited to attend. Instructor: Cynde Lee Keep It Moving Session I Mondays, January 6-February 24, 2025 (No class January 20 and February 17) 3–4pm Wing B $48 member $68 nonmember Keep it Moving is an exercise class led with a respect for everyone’s physical abilities. Every class includes stretching, balance work, strengthening exercises, seated, or standing cardio, energizing music, and lots of fun. Instructor: Sherri Plaza

Full Motion Fitness NEW CLASS! Thursdays, January 9-March 27 8:30–9:30am Wing B $42 member $62 nonmember Ready to enhance your strength and flexibility?

Join us for a stretching and strength training class with simple effective movements! This class is perfect for boosting core muscle strength, improving stability, and reducing discomfort. Bring your own yoga mat and resistance bands. Instructor: David Gonzales Fall Prevention Exercise & Education NEW CLASS! Thursdays, January 9-March 27 11am–12:15pm Wing A/PS – FREE Falls among older adults continue to be a national public health concern and the risk of falling increases with age. Interested in learning about fall prevention and ways to reduce your fall risk? Join this free class as it fosters a supportive community while empowering participants to take charge of their health. The program is designed to enhance balance, strength, and coordination for individuals of all fitness levels. Whether you are looking to boost confidence or maintain independence, this class is for you! Sign up today.

Instructor: Mercel Amin Acupuncture and Wellness Class Monday, January 13 9am-12pm Wing A – FREE Interested in a comprehensive approach to your well-being? Registered participants access acupuncture services, health assessments, nutritional advice, and Qigong sessions. Take charge of your health and overall wellness today!

Class presented by Bay Area Community Health and funded by Alameda County.

Lunar New Year Celebration Friday, January 24 1-2pm Wing A – FREE Celebrate the Year of the Snake this Lunar New Year with AWC! Festivities include a lively performance presented by Chinese Social Club and Fremont Waist Drum and Dance. The celebration will include dancing, karaoke, and singing. Those interested in eating a special Lunar New Year lunch before the celebration, must order lunch in advance. Pre-lunch entertainment will be provided as well. Lunch for this day will go on sale Friday, January 17.

Healthy Habits For the Brain Friday, January 31 12:30-1pm in English 1:15-1:45pm in Mandarin Wing C– FREE Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association.

To register for the programs at Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth go to: city.fremont.gov/awcclasses Need help or have questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510-790-6602.

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JAN 2025 MONDAY - NO CLASSES JANUARY 20

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Program

Location

Time

Instructor

Fee

Table Tennis Hatha Yoga Virtual* Happy Stitcher’s Club Zumba Gold* Chair and Mat Yoga* Hatha Yoga* ESL Mandarin Beginning Zumba Gold* Keep it Moving*

Wing A Zoom Wing B/SS Los Cerritos CC Wing B Wing B Wing C Wing A Wing B

8–10am 9–10am 10am–12pm 11am-12pm 12:15–1:15pm 1:30–2:30pm 1:30–3pm 2:30–3:30pm 3–4pm

Drop In Jana Sokale Amy Alvelais Marie Magsakay Shari Gent Cynde Lee N/A Marie Magsakay Sherri Plaza

Free(m) $15(n) $35(m) $55(n) Free(m) $15(n) $44(m) $64(n) $24(m) $44(n) $24(m) $44(n) Free $44(m) $64(n) $48(m) $68(n)

TUESDAY

Program

Location

Time

Zumba Gold* Wing A 8:30–9:30am Creative Writing Wing B/PS 10am–12pm Line Dance Social Centerville CC 10am–12pm Debbie’s Needle Crafts Wing B/PS 1–3pm Comfort & Joy Ukulele Wing A 1:30–3pm Happy Hour Singing & Dancing Los Cerritos CC 2–4pm (Mandarin) Music Jam Sing a Long Wing A 3–4pm

Instructor

Fee

Marie Magsakay Elaine Rodgers Reggie Hu N/A Kay Ng N/A

$48(m) $68(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n)

Shirley Kwan

Free(m) $15(n)

WEDNESDAY - NO CLASSES JANUARY 1

Program

Location

Time

Folk Dance without Borders Yuanji Dance Social Table Tennis Let’s Keep It Moving Virtual* Book Club, Book Talk (1/8 & 1/22) Taiwanese/Japanese Karaoke Art Social Group Hatha Yoga Virtual* Rock n’ Rollin’ Aerobics & Dance* Easy Tai Chi and Strength* African Dance Virtual

Wing B Los Cerritos CC Wing A/PS Zoom Wing B/SS Wing B MPR Zoom Wing B Wing B Zoom

9–10:30am N/A 9–11am Su Yen Wang 9:30am–12pm Drop In 10–11am Pat Tchang 10:45am–12:45pm N/A 1–3pm Kate Chen 1:30–3:30pm Aurelia Martinez 3–4pm Jana Sokale 3:30–4:30pm Michael Quebec 4:30–5:30pm Michael Quebec 6:30–7:30pm Esther Orobiyi

*Los Cerritos CC= Los Cerritos Community Center

Instructor

Fee

Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) $40(m) $60(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) $35(m) $55(n) $50(m) $70(n) $50(m) $70(n) Free

*Centerville CC= Centerville Community Center

To register for classes at Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth go to: city.fremont.gov/awcclasses Need help or have questions? Email Nick Jordan at njordan@fremont.gov or call 510-790-6602.

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JAN 2025 THURSDAY

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Program

Location

Time

Full Motion Fitness NEW! Creative Writing Mahjong Book Club (1/16) Drop In Technology Fall Prevention Exercise & Education NEW! Chinese Music Ensemble (1/2 & 1/16) AWC Cinemas (1/16) Rock n’ Rollin’ Aerobics & Dance* Easy Tai Chi and Strength*

8:30–9:30am Wing B 10am–12pm Zoom 10:30am–1:30pm Wing B Panera on Mowry 10:45–11:45am 11am–12pm Wing C 11am–12:15pm Wing A/PS

Instructor

Fee

David Gonzales Elaine Rodgers & Justin Go Mae Xavier Asha Sachdeva Mary Frainier Mercel Amin

$42 (m) $62 (n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free Free Free

Wing A/PS

2–4pm

Larry Wong

Free (m) $15 (n)

MPR Wing B Wing B

2–4pm 3:30–4:30pm 4:30–5:30pm

AWC Staff Michael Quebec Michael Quebec

Free $50(m) $70(n) $50(m) $70(n)

FRIDAY Program

Location

Time

Instructor

Fee

Yuanji Dance Social Let’s Keep It Moving Virtual* Line Dance Social Happy Ballroom Dance in Mandarin Chinese Calligraphy Social

Wing A Zoom Wing A Wing A Wing C

8:45–10:45am 10–11am 11am–1pm 1:15-3:15pm 2–3:30pm

Theresa Lee Pat Tchang Reggie Hu Yi Ling Wu N/A

Free(m) $15(n) $40(m) $60(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n)

*Los Cerritos CC= Los Cerritos Community Center

*Centerville CC= Centerville Community Center

AEA (Afghan Elderly Association) Wednesdays, 1:30-4:15pm Wing A

FISA (Fremont Indian Seniors Association) January 7 and 21, 10am-1pm Wing A, First and Third Tuesdays

CERI (Center for Empowering Refugees and Immigrants) January 2 and 16 10:30am-1:30pm Wing A, First and Third Thursdays

INSAF (Indo American Seniors Assoc. of Fremont) January 14 and 28 10am—1pm Wing A, Second and Fourth Tuesdays

Chinese Social Club January 10 and 17 12-4pm Wing B, Second and Third Fridays

MSN (Muslim Support Network) January 27, 11am-2pm Wing A, Fourth Monday

East Indian Senior Group January 14 and 28 2-4pm Wing C, Second and Fourth Tuesdays

SUPPORT GROUPS

Caregiver Support Group Wednesdays, 11am-12:30pm Wing C Emotional, educational, and social support are provided weekly to family caregivers in a group setting. Call the Senior InfoLine at 510-574-2041 to learn more.

To attend the FREE group you must PRE-REGISTER with Frishta Sharifi, email fsharifi@fremont.gov or call 510-574-2035.

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Celebrating Diversity Circle January 15 10am-12:30pm Wing A/SS, First and Third Wednesdays Garden Club January 3, 1-2:30pm Wing B, First Friday Senior Citizen Senior Commission Meeting January 24, 9:30-11am Wing B, Fourth Friday

Chronic Pain Support Group Thursday, January 16, 12:30-3pm on Zoom Dealing with chronic pain daily is no easy feat. Join the FREE Chronic Pain Support Group, guided by the Stanford Pain Management Clinic, to learn life skills and tools to function better with pain. Go to milesformigraine.org to register and obtain Zoom link.

DINE-IN TO-GO

LIMITED SEATING • FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED • NO REFUNDS • NO EXCHANGES

Regular Meals Member

$6.50

$7

Non Member $8.50

$9

Special Meals Member

$7.50

$8

Non Member $9.50

$10

JANUARY

40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA 94538 LUNCH SERVICE BEGINS AT 12 NOON | ENDS AT 12:30PM

, Meals can be reserved and membership can be purchased on ActiveNet at: city.fremont.gov/ awcclasses or call 510-790-6600.

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HOLIDAY CLOSURE

1 meal per person/day may be purchased for either Dine-In or To-Go, not both. Meals go on sale at 9am each Friday for the following week.

FROZEN MEALS: Members: 1 set of 5 for $23 I Non Members: 1 set of 5 for $27. 1 set/person/ week. Pickup on Wed. 10–11am.

Chicken Parmesan with Spaghetti and Marinara, Steamed Buttered Vegetables, Garlic Bread, and Mixed Green Salad

Beef and Vegetable Stew Braised in Red Wine over Mashed Potato, Brussel Sprouts, and Mixed Green Salad

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Teriyaki Chicken Thigh, Steamed Jasmine Rice with Gyoza, and Mixed Vegetables with Asian Salad

Soup, Salad and Sandwich Combination: Half Grilled Ham and Cheese, Broccoli Cheddar Soup, and Mixed Green Salad

HOLIDAY CLOSURE

Lemongrass Chicken with Garlic Rice and Sautee Gai Lan, Asian Salad, and Fortune Cookie

$7.50/$9.50 Seared Salmon with Soy Vinaigrette, Wok Vegetables, Steamed Furikake Brown Rice, and Sesame Cucumber Salad

Celebration $7.50/$9.50 Garlic Butter Shrimp with Herb Risotto, Steamed Vegetables, and Mixed Green Salad

Fried Catfish, Dirty Rice, Green Beans, Corn Bread and Coleslaw

Well Done Beef Pho Noodle Soup with Asian Herb and Onion Salad

Beef and Mushroom Lasagna with Roasted Buttered Vegetables, Garlic Bread, and Caesar Salad

Massaman Chicken Curry with Steamed Jasmine Rice, Wok Vegetables, Asian Dressing Salad, and Fortune Cookie

Pork Roll Bahn Mi, Egg Roll, Hot and Sour Soup, Mixed Green Salad, and Fortune Cookie

Pork Char Sui with Steamed Jasmine Rice, Blistered Wok Green Beans, Salad, and Fortune Cookie

Pork Carnitas, Mexican Rice, Refried Beans, Warm Flour Tortilla, Sour Cream, Salsa, and Guacamole with 1000 Island Salad

Boneless Crispy Honey Wings, Red Beans and Rice, Collard Greens, Bread Roll and Butter, and a Mixed Green Salad

Beef Swedish Meatball with Gravy, Mashed Potato, Steamed Butter Vegetables with Soft Roll, and Side Salad

Chicken Tikka Masala, Basmati Rice, Roasted Spiced Vegetables, Tossed Green Salad, and Naan Bread

Chicken Katsu with Jasmine Rice, Wok Vegetables, Cucumber Salad, and Macaroni Salad with Tuna

Garlic Flank Steak Asada Bowl with Cilantro Rice, Black Beans, Guacamole, Sour Cream, and Tortilla Chips with a Mixed Salad

Celebration $7.50/$9.50 Whole Roast Pig, Long Life Lo Mein, Golden Fortune Chicken Egg Rolls, Wok Vegetables, Tangerine, and Chinese Chicken Salad Shrimp, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo with Steamed Jasmine Rice, Roasted Vegetables, and Kale and Cranberry Salad

MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABILITY OF FOODS.

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Want a vegetarian or other special dietary meal? Please call us at least 24 hours in advance to make your request.

Cash, checks and major credit cards accepted.

Taking food home with you is done at your own risk. Please be sure to eat within 30 minutes or refrigerate.

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FAMILY CAREGIVER EDUCATION

BECOME A MEMBER TODAY!

FILM SERIES: “HOW DO YOU MEASURE HAPPINESS? Friday, January 31, 11am 3300 Capitol Ave Building B Fremont, CA 94538 Join the City of Fremont Family Caregiver Support Program for a free viewing of the documentary film, “How Do You Measure Happiness?”

This documentary delves deeper into what it takes to be happy and why some countries are happier. Join the film series to learn more about the happiest countries in the world. Registration is required. Register online at city.fremont.gov/awcclasses, call 510-574-2035, or e-mail fsharifi@fremont.gov

SERIES: SELF-CARE Thursday, January 23, 11am-12:30pm 3300 Capitol Ave Building B Fremont, CA 94538 Join the City of Fremont, Caregiver Support Program to motivate you to learn better self-care in 2025.

Pre-registration is required. Register online at city.fremont.gov/awcclasses, call 510-574-2035, or e-mail fsharifi@fremont.gov

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”

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Did you know if you’re a Fremont resident, you can become a member of both Age Well Centers for only $38 a year? Membership provides a discount on classes, lunch, and trips for 12 months from the time of purchase.

Non-Fremont residents can join for $48.

Membership supports the centers, hubs for fun, community connection, and wellness opportunities for adults 55 and older.

So, get dapper or glammed up for your membership photo, stop by one of the Age Well Centers and become a member today!

You can also purchase your membership online at city.fremont.gov/awcmembership.

Membership fee waivers and financial aid are available for low-income residents. For more information on how to become a member, please visit the Age Well Centers, call 510-790-6600 or 510-742-7540.

Age Well Center at South Fremont

PROGRAMMING INFORMATION CURRENT AS OF DEC 11. *THE AGE WELL CENTERS ARE CLOSED JANUARY 1 AND JANUARY 20.

Heartfulness Meditation Mondays 11:30am–12:30pm Conference Room $38.50 member $58.50 nonmember Learn how to relax and discover peace through meditation.

The teaching consists of breathing affirmations, guided relaxation, centering the mind in the heart and meditating on it to experience the joy of love and light. Instructor Dr. Sunderrajan is a trained meditation teacher and has been teaching for many years.

Makar Sankranti – Harvest Celebration Tuesday, January 14 1:30-2:30pm Multipurpose Room – FREE Celebrate Makar Sankrati, which marks the start of the harvest season, dancing to traditional Indian songs!

The choreography will be beginnerfriendly, making it easy to follow along during the session. Register today. Instructor: Namrata Chhangani Technology – iPhone Camera and Photos Tuesday, January 21 10am–12pm Conference Room – FREE Would you like to learn how to take photos using your iPhone? Registered participants learn the different ways to set up and use the iPhone camera.

How to organize photos will also be taught. Enroll today! Instructor: John Fancher.

AWCSF Cinemas Presented by On Lok PACE “Ghostlight” Friday, January 24 2-4pm Multipurpose Room FREE Enjoy watching American drama Ghostlight with the AWC! When a construction worker joins a local theatre’s production of “Romeo and Juliet,” the drama onstage starts to mirror his own life. Register today. Presented by On Lok PACE Program.

ROTC Travel Training (in Mandarin) Monday, January 27 Class Instruction Tuesday, January 28 Field Outing 9am-12pm Conference Room/Lobby – FREE Through classroom instruction and a field outing on bus and BART, attendees will learn how to plan trips, read transit schedules, pay fares, transfer between buses and BART, and travel on transit safely. Registration is required. Please call 510-574-2053 or email rideontricity@fremont.gov to register.

Lunar New Year Celebration Wednesday, January 29 10am–12pm Beauty Glam 12pm Lunch 12:30pm Melody Makers Sing-Along 1:15pm Mean Well Craft Activity 1–4pm Mahjong Games – FREE Join the AWC to celebrate the Lunar New Year! Sign up for one of Celia Molina’s complimentary make-up session to welcome the new year and look stunning.

Participate in traditional Mandarin songs led by Alice and Philip Chang of Melody Makers. Mean Well will host a popular crafting activity to ring in the Year of the Snake. A meal will be available for purchase starting Friday, January 24. Bring your friends and play Mahjong (5 tables) in the lobby area. Cheers to health, love and happiness!

L U N A R Modern Line Dancing NEW CLASS! Wednesdays 10-11am Large Activity Room $38.50 member $58.50 nonmember Ready to start dancing? Learn how to line dance using various dance styles including pop, Latin, country, and more. Line dancing has become so popular at social gatherings, so don’t be left behind! Bring your partner, friends or come alone. Register today! Instructor: Rita Cheng

To register for the programs at Age Well Center at South Fremont go to: city.fremont.gov/awcclasses Need help or have questions? Email Martha Torrez at mtorrez@fremont.gov or call 510-742-7540.

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JAN 2025 MONDAY - NO CLASS JANUARY 20 Program

Location

Time

Instructor

Fee

Billiards Bocce Ball Ping Pong Beginners Conversational ESL (No 1/6) Acupuncture and Wellness (1/6) Chinese Calligraphy (in Mandarin) (no 1/16) Yoga* Hula Class* (No 1/6) Heartfulness Meditation Ballroom Line Dancing* Tabletop Game Day Mahjong Bridge Basics

Lobby Bocce Ball Court Large Act Rm Conference Rm

8am-4pm 8am–4pm 8–9:45am 8:45–9:45am

Drop-In Drop-In Drop-In Ruey Yung Lu

Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free

Small Act & Conference Rm Small Act Rm

9am–12pm 9–11am 9:00-10:00am

BACH Staff

Free

Zhonming Ye

$28(m) $43(n)

Large Act Rm Large Act Rm Conference Rm Large Act Rm Multipurpose Rm Multipurpose Rm Multipurpose Rm

10:15–11:15am 11:30am–12:30pm 11:30am–12:30pm 1–3pm 1:30–4pm 1:30–4pm 2:30-4pm

Sobha Sunderrajan Janice Sung Sobha Sunderrajan Rosa Chan Drop-In Drop-In Vimal Advani

$38.50(m) $58.50(n) $28(m) $48(n) $38.50(m) $58.50(n) $38.50(m) $58.50(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n)

TUESDAY Program

Location

Time

Instructor

Fee

Billiards Bocce Ball 1:1 Smartphone Assist (1/14) Beginners Conversational ESL Tai Chi (in Mandarin & Cantonese) How to Register for Classes and Lunch (1/7) Tech- iPhone, Camera & Photos (1/21) Beginner Android Class (1/28) Bocce Ball Basics International Folk Dance* (English & Mandarin) (No 1/28) Bocce Ball Microsoft Windows Class (1/14) Yogalates 1:1 Technology Assistance (1/21)

Lobby Bocce Ball Court Service Rm 2 Conference Rm Large Act Rm Conference Rm

8am-4pm 8-10:30am 8:30-9:30am 8:45-9:45am 8:50-9:50am 10-11am

Drop-In Drop-In Ash Weerpass Ruey Yung Lu Karen T. Lai AWC Staff

Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free Free $42(m) $62(n) Free

Conference Rm Conference Rm Bocce Ball Court Large Act Rm

10am-12pm 10am-12pm 11am-12pm 11am-1pm

John Fancher Ash Weerpass David Mayer Rebecca Tsai

Free Free Free(m) $15(n) $35(m) $55(n)

Bocce Ball Court Small Act Rm Large Act Rm Service Rm 1 & 2

12:30-4pm 1-3pm 1:15-3:15pm 2-4pm

Drop-In Ash Weerpass Yvette Ai SeniorTechPal

Free(m) $15(n) Free $42(m) $62(n) Free

WEDNESDAY - NO CLASS JANUARY 1 Program

Location

Time

Instructor

Fee

Billiards Bocce Ball Ping Pong Beginners Conversational ESL Modern Line Dancing Full Motion Fitness Google Applications (1/8) Ping Pong for Parkinson’s Billiard Basics

Lobby Bocce Ball Court Large Act Rm Conference Rm Large Act Rm Large Act Rm Conference Rm Large Act Rm Lobby

8am-1:30pm 8am-4pm 8-9:45am 8:45-9:45am 10-11am 11:15am-12:15pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 2-4pm

Drop-In Drop-In Drop-In Ruey Yung Lu Rita Cheng David Gonzales Ash Weerpass Barbara DeGregorio Charles Wilson

Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free $38.50(m) $58.50(n) $42(m) $62(n) Free Free Free(m) $15(n)

(m)= member (n)= non-member

To register for classes at Age Well Center at South Fremont go to: city.fremont.gov/awcclasses Need help or have questions? Email Martha Torrez at mtorrez@fremont.gov or call 510-742-7540.

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JAN 2025 THURSDAY

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Program

Location

Time

Instructor

Fee

Billiards Bocce Ball Beginners Conversational ESL Bocce Ball Basics International Folk Dance* (Mandarin & English) (No 1/30) Bocce Ball Mahjong Ping Pong

Lobby Bocce Ball Court Conference Rm Bocce Ball Court Large Act Rm

8am-4pm 8-10:30am 8:45-9:45am 11am-12pm 11:15am-1pm

Drop-In Drop-In Ruey Yung Lu David Mayer Rebecca Tsai

Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free Free(m) $15(n) $35(m) $55(n)

Bocce Ball Court Conference Rm Large Act Rm

12:30-4pm 1-4pm 1:15-3pm

Drop-In Drop-In Drop-In

Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n)

Program

Location

Time

Instructor

Fee

Billiards Ping Pong Beginners Conversational ESL Sons in Retirement Bocce Ball Game Ukulele Jammers Bocce Ball Melody Makers (1/17) Chinese Ink Painting (In Mandarin) Tai Chi 24 & 42 and Fan and Sword AWCSF Cinemas – Ghostlight (1/24)

Lobby Large Act Rm Conference Rm Bocce Ball Court

8am-4pm 8-10am 8:45-9:45am 10am–12pm

Drop-In Drop-In Ruey Yung Lu Howard Elz

Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free Free

Small Act Rm Bocce Ball Court Multipurpose Rm Small Act Rm

10am- 12pm 12:30-4pm 1:30-3pm 1:30-3:45pm

Dennis Fukuyama Drop-In Alice Chang Zhonming Ye

$45.50(m) $65.50(n) Free(m) $15(n) Free(m) $15(n) $45.50(m) $65.50(n)

Large Act Rm

1:45-3:45pm

Yvette Ai

$42(m) $62(n)

Multipurpose Rm

2-4pm

AWC Staff

Free

FRIDAY

Indian Social Group in Hindi January 2, 16, and 30 10am–12:45pm Small Act Room First, Third, and Fifth Thursday of the month

Gujarati Fremont Group January 10 and 24 10:15am–1:30pm Large Act Room Second and Fourth Friday of the month P.09 | 01.01 AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT

Alameda County Mobile Library January 9 10–11:30am Lobby Second Thursday of the month Alameda County Library is bringing the library to you!

Get a free library card and check out an assortment of library material (in Chinese too). This event is open to the general public.

BACH ARISE Program January 9 and 23 11am–12pm Conference Room Second and Fourth Thursday of the month Join this FREE support group for East Asian seniors looking to explore strategies for healthy aging and wellbeing.

Come for support and psychoeducation, stay for the uplifting experience and resources to enrich your emotional health. Groups are conducted in Chinese and English.

DINE-IN TO-GO

LIMITED SEATING • FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED • NO REFUNDS • NO EXCHANGES

Regular Meals Member

$6.50

$7

Non Member $8.50

$9

Special Meals Member

$7.50

$8

Non Member $9.50

$10

JANUARY

47111 Mission Falls Court, Fremont, CA 94539 LUNCH SERVICE BEGINS AT 12 NOON | ENDS AT 12:30PM

Meals can be reserved and membership can be purchased on ActiveNet at: city.fremont. gov/awcclasses or call 510-742-7540.

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Please Note: 1 meal per person per day may be purchased. The meal can be either Dine-In or To-Go, not both. Meals go on sale at 9am every Friday for the following week.

Chicken Katsu, Jasmine Rice, Wok Vegetables, Hawaiian Roll, and Green Salad

Pork Carnitas, Spanish Rice, Beans, Warm Flour Tortilla, Sour Cream, Salsa, and Guacamole

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Grilled Chicken Fajitas with Flour Tortilla, Spanish Rice, Beans, Salsa, and Sour Cream

17 MLK Day Special Meal $7.50/$9.50 BBQ Pork Ribs, Potato Salad, Braised Greens with Smoked Turkey Leg, and Cornbread

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Coco Chili Chicken, Spanish Rice, Beans, and Chef Salad

Shrimp Chow Mein, Wok Vegetables, Egg Roll, Fortune Cookie, and Asian Salad

HOLIDAY CLOSURE

Pork Chili Verde with Spanish Rice, Beans, Warm Flour Tortilla, Sour Cream, Salsa, and Guacamole

Beef and Green Beans in Sweet Soy Sauce, Jasmine Rice, Pot Stickers, and Fortune Cookie

Chicken Tikka Masala, Steamed Jasmine Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Naan Bread, and House Salad

Beef Meatloaf with Smoked Tomato Ketchup Sauce, Mashed Potato, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, and Green Salad

Roasted Chicken with Pan Gravy, Mashed Potato, Roasted Vegetables, Dinner Roll with Butter, and Mixed Green Salad

Chicken Parmesan with Spaghetti and Marinara Sauce, Steamed Buttered Vegetables, Garlic Bread, and Mixed Green Salad

Beef and Mushroom Lasagna, Roasted Vegetables, Garlic Bread, and Cesar Salad

Chef Luis’ Tuna Melt Sandwich, Fresh Fruit, Bag of Chips, Pickle, and Fresh Green Salad

Year Special Meal $7.50/$9.50 Oven Roasted Salmon with Soy Sauce, Egg Fried Rice, Egg Roll, Asian Salad, and Fortune Cookie

Seared Pork Chop with Mushroom and Onion Gravy, Mashed Potato, Roasted Buttered Vegetables, and Chef Salad

Grilled Ham and Cheese Half Sandwich, Broccoli Cheddar Soup, and Mixed Green Salad

Chicken Pot Pie, Roasted Vegetables, and House Salad

Celebration $7.50/$9.50 Garlic Shrimp Alfredo Pasta with Sautéed Vegetables, Garlic Bread, and Birthday Cake. For dine-in only.

Beef Bolognese with Spaghetti Pasta, Roasted Vegetables, Garlic Bread, and Cesar Salad

Beef Chili, Cornbread with Honey Butter, Roasted Vegetables, and Garden Salad

MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABILITY OF FOODS.

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Want a vegetarian or other special dietary meal? Please call us at least 24 hours in advance to make your request.

Cash, checks and major credit cards accepted.

Taking food home with you is done at your own risk. Please be sure to eat within 30 minutes or refrigerate.

AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT 01.01 | P.10

KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT THE AGE WELL CENTER AT SOUTH FREMONT Do you enjoy working with food, keeping active, and engaging with adults age 55 and older? If that sounds like you, join a wonderful group of volunteers one day a week for 4 hours in meal preparation, serving, and more. Connect with other passionate volunteers and become a valued volunteer of the AWC team.

Volunteers must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Sense of humor a plus and having a positive attitude is a must. Kitchen volunteers receive a lunch on the house for their service. For more information, please contact Chef Marc Wong at 510-790-6611 or mmwong@fremont.gov.

IMPROVEMENTS TO OUR WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE VAN SERVICE Ride-On Tri-City! is now partnering with Via as the provider for its Wheelchair Accessible Van (WAV) service. Participants will see several improvements in their service experience, including:

THANK YOU MEAN WELL USA!

Local Fremont Manufacturing company, Mean Well USA, surprised lunch goers during the month of November and December! The special Thanksgiving and Holiday meals at the Age Well Center at South Fremont were already paid for. Thank you, Mean Well USA for showing love to the Age Well Center at South Fremont’s older adults. Your generosity and support are heartwarming!

• Multiple ways to book rides. In addition to booking over the phone, riders can book, edit, cancel, track, and pay for WAV rides by using a mobile application on their phone or through a web booking portal.

• Automated trip updates. Riders will receive phone call or SMS text trip updates. A trip reminder will be delivered the night before a scheduled trip, and an Estimated Time of Arrival will be delivered when the vehicle is on its way as well as when the vehicle has arrived at the pickup.

• New fare payment options. Riders can pay the $4 fare with cash, credit, or debit cards.

• Comfortable, accessible vehicles. New Chrysler Pacifica minivans equipped with ADA compliant wheelchair ramps will provide accessible rides within the Tri-City area.

For more information on Ride-On Tri-City’s transportation services and eligibility requirements, call 510-574-2053 or visit city.fremont.gov/rideontricity Ride-On Tri-City! receives Measure BB funds through the Alameda County Transportation Commission. For more info, visit: www.alamedactc.org/

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

LAKE ELIZABETH — Sign up at the front desk or call 510-790-6600 SOUTH FREMONT — Sign up at the front desk or call 510-742-7540

Legal Assistance for Seniors (LAS) and Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP)

Monthly Birthday Celebration Friday, January 10 • 12–1pm Tuesday, January 14 • 12–1pm

Showers for Adults 55+

Dine-in meals come with a complimentary dessert, provided by Fremont Chapel of the Roses.

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.

Birthdays are for celebrating! Purchase a lunch and celebrate your birthday with AWC at Lake Elizabeth or AWC at South Fremont! Let’s celebrate another trip around the sun and seeing another year together!

Monday–Friday 8am–3:30pm Stop by the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth or the Age Well Center at South Fremont to take a shower and feel fresh and clean! Registration required. First come, first served.

Towels and toiletries provided.

TCV Mobile Pantry Thursdays, January 2* and 16 • 10:15–11:15am Thursdays, January 9 and 23 • 10:15–11:15am Bring your own bag and choose from an array of fresh fruits, vegetables, and non-perishables at no cost for those in need. *Starting at 9:30am, numbers are handed out in random order. Food provided by Tri City Volunteers Food Bank. *Due to the holiday, January 2 bags will be non-perishable items only.

Ride-On Tri-City!

Thursday, January 9 • 10am–12pm Thursday, January 23 • 10am–12pm A Ride-On Tri-City! (ROTC) Resource Specialist will be available in person to answer your questions about ROTC’s transportation services.

If you are 65 or older, you can also register for your Senior Clipper Card on the spot. Staff are available over the phone at 510-574-2053 or by email at rideontricity@fremont.gov.

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Bay Area Community Health (BACH) Face masks are required. If you or anyone in your household are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, do not come in.

AWC Lake Elizabeth *

Acupuncture (registration required) Second Monday this month, January 13 • 9am–12pm A1C Blood Testing (first come/first served, limited tests available) First Tuesday, January 7 • 9am Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Second, Third, and Fourth Tuesday, January 14, 21, and 28 • 9am–12pm

AWC South Fremont Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar First Tuesday, January 7 • 9am–12pm A1C Blood Testing (first come/first served, limited tests) Second Tuesday of every other month January 14 • 9am–12pm Vision Screening (BY APPOINTMENT ONLY) Fourth Monday of each month January 27 • 9am–4pm Call BACH at 510-770-8040 or 408-729-9700 for an appointment.

Information about useful, local resources that you or a friend may need.

Senior InfoLine city.fremont.gov/seniorinfo

510-574-2041

Area Agency on Aging I&R

510-577-3530

Homeless Services and Hygiene Services

510-574-2222

COF Family Caregiver Support

510-574-2041

Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org

800-272-3900

Stanford/VA Alzheimer’s Center www.med.stanford.edu/svalz

650-858-3915

SparkPoint Fremont

510-574-2020

Fremont Library Programs www.aclibrary.org/fremont

510-745-1400

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) www.resumebuilder.com/senior-employmentprograms-and-resources/ Senior Employment Program

510-238-3535

COF Housing Division

510-494-4500

Fremont Landlord/Tenant Support

510-574-2270

COF Rent Review Program

510-733-4945

Habitat for Humanity Home Repair

510-803-3388

COF Parks and Recreation Division

510-494-4300

East Bay Regional Park System

888-327-2757

Ride-On Tri-City! Program 510-574-2053 (Transportation services for the elderly and disabled) East Bay Paratransit www.eastbayparatransit.org

510-287-5000

Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth city.fremont.gov/agewellcenters

510-790-6600

Age Well Center at South Fremont city.fremont.gov/agewellcenters

510-742-7540

City of Newark Senior Center http://bit.ly/newarkseniorcenter

510-578-4840

Union City Senior Center 510-489-6629 www.unioncity.org/289/ ralph-and-mary-ruggieri-senior-center COF Care Coordination and Support Services

510-574-2041

Medicare and Insurance Counseling (HICAP)

510-839-0393

Washington Hospital Health Ins. Info

800-770-9447

SOS Meals on Wheels Home-delivered meals sosmow.org

510-894-0370

CityServe Compassion Network www.compassionnetwork.org

510-796-7378

Tri-City Volunteers www.tcvfoodbank.org

510-598-4066

SOS Meals on Wheels Home-delivered meals sosmow.org

510-894-0370

COF You Are Not Alone (YANA)

510-790-6691

COF = City of Fremont

AGE-FRIENDLY FREMONT 01.01 | P.13

NEW VISITORS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND OPEN HOUSE BREAKFAST! Age Well Center at South Fremont 47111 Mission Falls Ct. Wednesday, January 22, 8-11am - FREE*

For over three years, the AWC at South Fremont has been a hub for fun, community connection, and wellness opportunities for adults 55 and older. If you haven’t stopped by the new center, here’s your chance to visit, learn about offerings and enjoy a free hot breakfast prepared by Chef Luis! Tours of the center and class demonstrations will be provided. The newsletter Age Friendly Fremont will be on hand, so readers can find out what activities and events interest them. Staff look forward to attendees stopping by with a friend or neighbor who has never been to the AWC. For more information and to RSVP, call 510-742-7540. *Bring a friend or neighbor who’s not registered at the AWC to dine for free; otherwise, breakfast is $5.50.

THE HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT SELECTS NEW DIRECTOR After a rigorous, national recruitment process, Arquimides (Quimi) has been selected to serve as Human Services Director for the City of Fremont.

Quimi has worked for the City of Fremont for 24 years, demonstrating a strong commitment to the City’s mission and community. He has held key positions during his tenure, most recently as Deputy Human Services Director. Quimi has been instrumental in the planning and development of innovative social service programs and his vision and leadership have been pivotal in ensuring that the Human Services Department not only meets but exceeds the needs of the Fremont residents. A proud alumnus of the University of California, Berkeley, Quimi holds a master’s degree in public policy and a bachelor’s degree in Rhetoric.

Quami’s integrity and unwavering dedication to public service make him an excellent choice to lead the Human Services Department into its next chapter.

510-790-6600 or 510-742-7540

city.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