SENIOR CENTER CLOSED Labor Day September 2
GLADYS L. LEMMONS SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER
September/October 2013 450 East A Street Senior Center Hours (209) 845-3566 Mon.-Fri. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Web Site: www.ci.oakdale.ca.us Editor: Linda Royalty Facebook: Gladys L. Lemmons Senior Community Center
SENIOR CENTER SPECIAL FRIDAY LUNCH Friday, September 20 - 12 pm
Sponsored by Oakdale Pharmacy Seniors come and enjoy a special lunch thanks to Oakdale Pharmacy. Following a free drawing, 10 lucky seniors will receive gift certificates from Oakdale Pharmacy. Purchase your tickets at the hospitality desk at the Senior Center. Cost is $2, tickets are limited to two per person, no take-outs, no refunds and there are 100 tickets avaiable.
SENIOR CENTER TALENT SHOW Friday, October 11 - 6:30 pm Wanted! Talented people or people who are just plain entertaining to sign-up and perform at the Oakdale Senior Center Talent Show. Sign-up at the Senior Center Hospitality Desk. Plan to attend this fun event admission free. Following the show refreshments will be provided by CareMore.
COMMUNITY BAND & SINGING SENIORS CONCERT September 3 - 6:30 pm Out of this world Music from Inner and Outer Space
FUN SUNDAY LINE DANCING September 22 & October 27 1 pm - 4 pm Cost $7 Kick up your heels and join in on an afternoon of line dancing and fun.
STANISLAUS COUNTY HICAP MEDICARE ADVANTAGE FORUM Tuesday, October 29 1 pm to 3:30 pm Medicare’s fall open enrollment is October 15th through December 7th. This is the time people with Medicare may enroll in a drug plan, review their health care and drug coverage, and make changes. The Stanislaus County HICAP is hosting a Medicare Advantage Forum at the Oakdale Senior Center for Medicare recipients to learn about the changes coming for 2014 premiums and benefits offered by the plans in Stanislaus County. They anticipate as many as seven companies will participate at the forum. Join us to learn more.
FLU SHOTS
QUILT RAFFLE
Two flu shot clinics will be held at the Senior Center this year provided by the two local Rite Aid Pharmacies.
Purchase tickets to win a beautiful quilt created by Audrey Finley, who attends the Wednesday Craft Class and makes many other items that are sold at the Senior Center. The quilt is now on display at the Senior Center, all the proceeds go to the Senior Center. Tickets are one $1 or six for $5. The drawing will be held at the Craft Boutique on November 2.
Friday - September 20, 9 am to 12:30 pm Monday October 7, 9 am to 1 pm Flu shots are free for all Medicare Part B and Medical card holders.
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LINDA’S LINES Thank You: Many thanks to Wally for providing the ice cream for the July Ice Cream Social through a donation from Foster Farms, and Costless who provided us with 100 Bananas. Wally’s Granddaughter, Kim, even attended to help her Grandfather scoop ice cream. Also thanks to Norma Deklinski who collected tickets and Fern Rowley and Lorrie Schack who helped out. We must not forget the Oakdale Community Band and Singing Seniors who entertained us with Patriotic Music, job well done everyone!
WANTED RELIABLE VOLUNTEERS TO MANAGE MONTHLY SUNDAY DANCE AT SENIOR CENTER We have received many requests on bring back a Sunday afternoon dance to the Senior Center. The only thing keeping from this happening is volunteers to manage the dance. Responsibilities are; opening and closing the building, set-up and clean-up collecting money, making coffee and punch, and taking care of issues as they arise. If interested contact Linda Royalty at 845-3567.
SUNSHINE LADY If you know someone who participates at the senior center and needs a little pick-me-up because they have been ill, in the hospital, or just lost a loved one, please contact the Hospitality Desk at 845-3566 and we will notify our Sunshine Lady, Rosemary Robertson. Rosemary also works on Mondays from 8 am to 10:30 am at the Hospitality Desk if you would like to contact her directly. Just a simple note in a card will make someone’s day a little bit brighter.
UPCOMING EVENTS CRAFT BOUTIQUE & ART SHOW Saturday, November 2 - 9 am to 3 pm The Senior Center will be having its 13th Annual Craft Boutique and Art Show featuring artists from our art classes displaying their work. Come and shop for the Holiday Season, admire the art work and enjoy a soup lunch prepared by the Community United Methodist Church Women’s Group. Any club, service group or individual can rent a 10foot table for $40. CRAFTS MUST BE HOME MADE AND BAKED GOODS MUST BE PREPARED IN A CERTIFIED KITCHEN. You do not have to be a senior to rent a table. You can register at the Senior Center. For more information contact Linda Royalty at 845-3567.
SENIOR RESOURCE FAIRE Tuesday, November 19 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Plan on attending the Annual Senior Resource Faire at the Senior Center sponsored by CareMore. There will be booths of various local vendors for tips on health care, senior resources, speakers, refreshments, raffle drawings, giveaways and more!!
TRANSPORTATION StaRT Riverbank and Oakdale Dial-a-Ride
ST. MATTI’S TRANSPORTATION FOR SENIORS
StaRT offers Dial-A-Ride services in Oakdale and Riverbank. Curb to curb service is available Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Fares (one-way) General Public $1.50 Seniors, students and disabled $1.25 Out of area fare (additional) $1.50 For further information and reservations please call 1800-262-1516.
The Saint Matthias Anglican Church in Oakdale has started a new ministry for Oakdale seniors in need of transportation to the grocery store, local appointments, or errands. The church is also in need of volunteers to provide this service. For more information please call 846-1675 or email smfsoakdale@gmail.com. 2
Oak Valley Hospital District Community Education Classes & Support Group ALZHEIMER’S/GRIEVING SUPPORT GROUP Oak Valley Hospital District is happy to sponsor an Alzheimer’s/Grieving Support Group at the Gladys Lemmon’s Senior Center. This support group will occur every 4th Monday of the month from 9am to 10am. Our first meeting will take place on Monday, September 23rd from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. There will be a speaker from the Alzheimer’s Association who will discuss the stages of Alzheimer’s as well as answer any questions that you have about this disease. The Alzheimer's Association is the most trusted resource for reliable information, education, referral and support to millions of patients and family members who are affected by this disease. So come, learn and enjoy the refreshments that will be served. For questions regarding the Alzheimer’s/Grieving Support Group please call Barbara at 848-5327.
Nutritional Awareness Thursday, September 19th at 10 am This presentation will be provided by Oak Valley Hospital’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Diane Alcorn. The presentation will not only help you explore your current intake of foods and meal pattern but invite you to make nutrient dense choices. Fruits, vegetables and whole grains foods with phytochemicals and other cancer preventative properties will be discussed. Tips for achieving a healthy weight and healthy cooking ideas will also be presented. Come join in to get the latest information on what foods to include in your daily diet.
AARP Driver Safety Program Wednesday and Thursday - November 6 & 7 - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm At the OVHD Medical Plaza – 1425 West H Street at Ash Avenue, Royal Oak Room An eight-hour classroom refresher course for drivers 50 and older. The class is intended to refine participants’ driving skills and enhance understanding of age-related changes that can affect skills and abilities. Completion of the course may qualify participants for an auto insurance premium reduction. Class size is limited. Fees are $12.00 for members and $14.00 for nonmembers. (Make checks payable to AARP.) Call Family Support Network at 8475121 ext. 10 for more information.
CPR & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION CLASSES Every 3rd Wednesday of the month 1 pm to 5 pm At the Senior Center Cost $15 - Register prior to the class
SENIOR SERVICES MONTHLY BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS
HICAP
Free blood pressure checks on the second Monday of each month from 10 am to 12:30 pm,. (September 9 & October 14) are provided by Provident Care.
A Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program representative is available at the Senior Center on the first Friday of every month from 9 am to 1 pm. Appointments are available by calling 845-3566.
Having your blood pressure checked regularly is important. It tells you how healthy you are and if you are facing a decline in your health. Clinical trials demonstrate that people who maintain blood pressures within particular pressure ranges have much better long term cardiovascular health.
CITY SERVICE REQUEST HOTLINE 840-6111 City Service Hotline is for Oakdale residents to report code enforcement issues, graffiti, and public works related service requests to City staff. 3
TRIPS & TOURS Register for trips at the Hospitality Desk at the Senior Center. Trips must be paid in full at time of registration. TRIPS & TOURS REFUND POLICY Sorry, no refunds on trips unless a replacement is found or if the trip is cancelled. It is the participant’s responsibility to find a replacement if unable to go on a scheduled trip. If you do not have a replacement, ask at the front desk to see if there is a waiting list.
PLEASE BE AT THE SENIOR CENTER 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE BUS LEAVING AND PARK YOUR VEHICLE IN THE UPPER PARKING LOT REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR ID ON THE TRIP
Red Hawk Casino Monday, October 14 Cost $20 Try your luck and join us on this excursion. Board the bus at the Oakdale Senior Center at 8:45 am and depart at 9 am, spend four hours at Red Hawk Casino, estimated return time 5 pm. Tour includes round trip transportation and $10 in e-cash. Sign up today at the Senior Center Hospitality Desk.
Christmas at Hearst Castle December 5-7, 2013
$436.00 per person double occupancy - Single Supplement: $120.00 Register today at the Senior Center for this trip during the Holiday Season. A visit to Hearst Castle is an opportunity for visitors to travel back in time and experience the Castle as it might have been on Christmas in the 1920s or 1930s. Every December the staff at Hearst Castle works hard to decorate the estate for the holidays, creating a special atmosphere that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. The main house and guest houses will be decorated for the holidays making for an impressive site. Christmas at the Castle is an event that is not to be missed! Tour Highlights: Roundtrip transportation via luxury motor coach Holiday in the Pines Hospitality Celebration...shop in quaint downtown Cambria with merchants and restaurants offering special discounts, festive treats, and live entertainment. 2-night stay at the Cambria Pines Lodge featuring beautiful holiday garden light displays. Includes baggage handling, welcome banquet dinner, and full hot cooked breakfast each morning. The lodge will feature it’s 2nd annual European Christmas Market on property featuring gift items, ornaments, and holiday treats. Guided Christmas Experience Tour at Hearst Castle fully decorated for the holiday Guided Trolley Tour - Point San Luis Lighthouse Hosted lunch at Apple Farm Restaurant with time to shop in the Holiday Boutique Free time downtown Paso Robles Registration forms are available at the Senior Center, $100 deposit required, balance due October 25 *********************************************************************************************
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WEEKLY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
Friday
Thursday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Monday
ACTIVITY
TIME
COST
Yoga
8 am - 9 am
12 classes $50
On Your Own Painting Group
8 am - 12 pm
Free
Zumba
9 am - 10 am
Free
Young at Heart Exercise
11 am - 12 pm
$2 a week
Dominos
12:30 pm - 4 pm
Free
Bingo
1 pm - 4 pm
10 cents a card
Beginning Line Dancing
9 am - 10 am
Watercolor Painting Class
9 am - 12 pm
Free
Grandparents Support Group
9:30 am - 11 am
Free
Advance Line Dancing
10 am - 11 am
Bridge
12:12 am - 4 pm
Free
Purls of Wisdom Knitting Group
1 pm - 3 pm
Free
Widowers Support Group
6:30 pm - 9 pm
Free
Yoga
8 am - 9 am
12 classes $50
Craft Group
9 am - 12 pm
Free
Tap Dancing
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Free
Computer Class
10 am - 12 pm
Free
Spanish Class
10 am - 12 pm
Free
Young at Heart Exercise
11 am - 12 pm
$2 a week
Hand & Foot Card Game
12:15 pm - 4 pm
Free
Bingo
1 pm - 4 pm
25 cents a card
Badminton
8 am - 10:30 am
Free
Drawing Class
9 am - 11 pm
$5 a class
Hand & Foot Card Game
12:15 pm - 4 pm
Free
Tap Dancing
12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
Free
iPad Class
2 pm - 3 pm
Free
Singing Seniors
2:30 pm - 4 pm
Free
Yoga
8 am - 9 am
12 classes $50
Watercolor Class
9 am - 12 pm
$5 per class
Beginning Line Dancing
9 am - 10 am
Advance Line Dancing
10 am - 11 am
Wii Games
10 am - 11 am
Free
Young at Heart Exercise
11 am - 12 pm
$2 a week
Bridge
12:15 pm - 4 pm
Free
Movie Matinee
1:15 pm - 3 pm
Free
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SUPPORT GROUPS
CLASSES
WIDOWED PERSONS
BASIC SPANISH Wednesdays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Widowed Person Support Group meets at the Oakdale Senior Center the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. WPS meetings for newly bereaved and for those who feel in need of counseling are at 6:30 pm, with General Group at 7:00 pm. At these meetings there are many interesting speakers from the community, travel, video evenings, crafts, and great fellowship.
Class instructor is Ray Winders It’s never too late to learn a second language.
COMPUTER CLASSES Wednesdays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Classes are half-hour periods. The class are for all levels and will focus on your needs. Register at the Senior Center hospitality desk.
Come and join us the 1st Saturday of each month for breakfast at 9:00 am and dinner on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at different locations.
iPad CLASSES Thursdays - 2 pm Bring you iPad and learn the amazing things it can do. No class September 12.
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN
SOCIAL GROUPS
Tuesdays - 9:30 am - 11:00 am This group is for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Information on available services, and the support of other grandparents.
OAKDALE SINGING SENIORS Thursdays, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Director: Ron Quintanal.
ART CLASSES
RED HAT SOCIETY NEWS The “Oakdale’s Fun-Lovin’ Ladies” schedule: Wed., September 4 - 11 am - Strings Restaurant Wed., October 2 - 11 am. - BJ’s Restaurant Call Countess Cookie to make your reservations at 8470761. The only requirements are to be a woman 55 years old or older and wear a red hat and purple outfit to their activities.
ON YOUR OWN Mondays & Thursdays - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm No instructor, artists working together
WATERCOLORS Tuesdays - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Instructor Melba Pimentel.
PURLS OF WISDOM KNITTING GROUP
DRAWING CLASS Thursdays - 9 am to 11 am $5 per class
Tuesdays - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Gather to knit and chat is what this group enjoys doing. Come and join them.
Sign-up today and receive a list of supplies you will need for the class. Instructor: Jackie Beaty
CRAFT GROUP
EXCURSION INTO THE WORLD OF WATERCOLOR
Wednesdays - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Visit this group and join in on the fun. Bring your own project or learn a new technique. This group has been making all sorts of items and selling them to raise money for the Senior Center.
Fridays - 9 am to 12 pm Join Chloe Fonda and learn how to use the palate to bring to paper the vibrant hues and subtle variations of natural color and light which delight the eye and move the mind and heart. Class size is limited to seven per class. This class is open to all regardless of training or experience. Artists must furnish their own materials with direction from Chloe. Fees are $5 per class. If this piques your creative interest, for more information and what materials you will need call Chloe at 847-4062 prior to the class.
FRIDAY MOVIE MATINEE Join other movie goers at the Senior Center on Fridays at 1:15 pm in the Conference Room. Bring your own drinks, and we will provide the popcorn. Movies will be posted Monday prior to showing. 6
GAMES
EXERCISE
BINGO
YOGA
Mondays, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm 10 cents a card
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8:00 am - 9:00 am This class will increase circulation, flexibility and endurance plus reducing stress and blood pressure.
Wednesdays, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm 25 Cents a card each game
Program Fee: $50.00 12 Class Punch Card
LINE DANCING
MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS
Tuesdays & Fridays Beg. - 9:00 am & Advanced - 10:00 am
Mondays, 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Come and learn to Line Dance
BRIDGE
YOUNG AT HEART
Tuesdays & Fridays, 12:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Strength Training/Exercise Classes Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The bridge group requests that all players be present by 12:15 pm.
Donation of $2 a week
HAND & FOOT Wednesdays & Thursdays, 12:15 pm
BADMINTON
Hand & Foot is a card game, an off- shoot of Canasta. Come to play or learn to play. Play begins at 12:15 pm so please be at the conference room at 12:10 pm to check in.
Come and join us in playing indoor badminton. Tennis shoes are required for your safety. For those less active come and play Ping Pong.
Thursdays - 8:00 am - 11:00 am
TAP DANCING
Wii SPORTS
Wednesdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am Thursdays 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
Fridays - 10:00 am Come, learn, and play Wii Sports. Learn this fun gaming system. Try bowling and tennis, once you play you won’t want to stop.
Starting a beginning routine. Join the Oakdale Rockettes today. Cost is $10 a month to cover cost of costumes.
ZUMBA At the Senior Center
SENIOR MEAL PROGRAMS
Monday - 9:00 am - 9:45 am Join in this fun, dancing exercise. This class is free for seniors. Sponsored by CareMore.
SENIOR LUNCHES To make reservations call: 303-0946 Meals are provided by Howard Training Center to seniors Monday through Thursday at 12:00 pm with a recommended donation of $3 for 60+ and $4.50 for under 60. Reservations must be made two days in advance. Kitchen hours are 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
SENIOR COMMISSION SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION Chair, Wally Huhn; Vice Chair Steve Kim; Members at large; Joan Baker, Jeannie Cavanaugh, Earlene Dene, Ora Davis and Clarice Kleeman.
MEALS ON WHEELS Sponsored by the Howard Training Center For more information call 538-4000
Senior Commission meets at the Senior Center. Next meeting September 17 at 2 pm. 7
GLADYS L.LEMMONS SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER 450 EAST A STREET OAKDALE, CA. 95361 209-845-3566
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