55 & Beyond-May 2024

Joslyn Adult Center & Tuttle Senior Center News

MAY UPDATES

It is unbelievable to think that we are already into May and almost halfway through 2024! It seems like just yesterday we were getting together with friends and family to watch the ball-drop and welcoming in a new year! Since life can be fastpaced, it’s important to slow down and check in with yourself every once in a while...and what better time to do that than in Mental Health Awareness Month! May has been recognized as the month where it is crucial to be sure you are taking care of yourself. Make sure to go on walks, check in with loved ones, and do activities that make you feel relaxed. The most important and beneficial thing you can do for yourself is to be in healthy mind and spirit.

Both Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Center are packing in a bunch of amazing events in May. From health presentations, to class series; there is something for everyone. We also have a welcome in order for our new “Burbank 311” app, which will allow you to request services from bulky item pickup, updates on street repairs and so much more! If there is anyone out there missing daytrips - there may be a temporary fix for that travel want. The “On the Move” program holds trips every month right out of Joslyn. They take people to places such as museums, art exhibits, outlet malls and so much more. Be sure to check out their ad on the “Joslyn and Tuttle” events pages to learn more about how to join on their trips!

For the most up-to-date information on classes, events, and our monthly presentations, please visit Joslyn and Tuttle or check out our website.

-Joslyn and Tuttle Staff

Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.

JOSLYN ADULT CENTER

1301 W Olive Ave Burbank, CA 91506 (818) 238-5353

FACILITY HOURS

MON-THUR FRI SAT SUN 8AM - 8PM 8AM - 6PM 9AM - 1PM 12PM - 4PM

TUTTLE SENIOR CENTER

1731 N Ontario St Burbank, CA 91505 (818) 238-5367 MON - FRI SAT SUN 9AM - 2:30PM CLOSED CLOSED

FACILITY HOURS

SENIOR BOARD MEETING

Joslyn Adult Center

Wednesday, May 22nd 1:00pm

Agendas are posted 72 hours prior to the meeting and can be found on the bulletin board on the backside of City Hall and online at BurbankCA.gov

How to Celebrate Mental Health Awareness

Observed every year in May, Mental Health Awareness Month is a crucial opportunity to prioritize mental health wellness in the workplace, social places and everyday life.

This website has compiled different ideas for Mental Health Awareness Month activities and tools for peoepl of all ages, including mental health activities, workshop ideas, mental health awareness ideas and mental health games and activities for adults.

Activities to Improve Mental Health

• Guided Meditation

Mindfulness meditation is a practice that involves paying attention to the present moment, without judgement or distraction. It is a form of meditation that is often used to reduce stress, improve focus and concentration, and enhance overall wellbeing.

There are a variety of mindfulness meditation techniques to choose from, including guided meditations, body scans, and walking meditations. These techniques can be practiced individually or in a group setting.

• Outdoor Activities

Being outdoors in nature has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, and promote feelings of relaxation and calm. Some outdoor activities are hiking and gardening. Both can be used as outlets to not only disconnect from the real world, but also as therapeutic hobbies, allowing you to take a break from technology and enjoy nature.

• Music Therapy

Music therapy is a form of therapy that uses music to address a variety of mental health issues. It can be particularly effective for individuals with depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Music therapy can take many forms, including listening to music, singing, playing instruments and improvising music.

• Creative Outlets

Establishing creative outlets can be a great way to reduce stress and improve mental health. Consider outlets such as drawing, painting, sculpting, journaling and any other actvities that allow you to express yourself.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Bingo

Thursdays at Joslyn 1:00-3:00pm

Come try your luck at Thursday’s afternoon Bingo! It’s $1 to play, but the prizes are worth the money! An assortment of candy, as well as various house necessities are available to win. This volunteer-led based game runs for two hours, allowing any and everyone to have a fair chance at winning. Not only do participants play the traditional way of winning based off of only one row or column or diagonal, but can win all sorts of new and fun ways. Whether you’re a seasoned Bingo player or just looking for a fun social day, come join Joslyn go-ers and have a fun and fair chance to win some prizes!

Ukulele

Thursdays at Joslyn 12:00-2:00pm

Joslyn Ukulele Group is a peer-led round robin jam session comprised of very friendly and forgiving players of all abilities. The emphasis is on fun, not perfection. We are not a teaching group, but any of us are happy to help newer players with any questions or tips and tricks to make playing more fun. We play songs that cross a variety of genres, from simple two or three chord songs to much more challenging material. Members are welcome to participate as much or as little as they want, even if it’s just to sing along.

Tuesdays & Fridays at Joslyn

T 9:30-10:00am I F 10:00-11:00am

Tai Chi is an exercise system developed in ancient China. Tai Chi’s low-impact style will benefit anyone’s health regardless of age or physical ability. Tai Chi enhances balance, agility, joint and muscle strength. Increased oxygen in the blood heals the body, restores the immune system, and decreases stress. It may also reduce chronic symptoms. Tai Chi’s slow motion form enhances memory and concentration. Instructors, Chris and John believe in ‘no pain, lots of gain.’ All are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing. This class meets outside on the corner of Griffith Park Ave and Clark Street; as long as weather is clear and comfortable. Otherwise, it meets inside of the Joslyn Center.

JOSLYN & TUTTLE EVENTS

Join a free community education presentation by the Center for Health Care Rights! Learn about the cancer screenings, wellness visits, and vaccines that Medicare covers and the importance of knowing whether services are considered preventitive or diagnostic.

Date: May 6th, 2024

Time: 10:00am-11:00am

Where: Joslyn Adult Center

Contact the front desk for more information and sign ups 818-238-5353

Health, Wellness and Wholeness

Discover how staying emotionally and physically fit can keep you healthy and give you a positive attitude. Learn how establishing social networks and support can benefit you, your friends, your family and the community in which you live.

Date: May 15, 2024

Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm

Where: Joslyn Adult Center

Contact the front desk for more information and sign ups 818-238-5353

SUNDAY MATINEE

JOSLYN & TUTTLE EVENTS

Our May 2024 trip is scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Our start time will be 7am at the Burbank Bus Stop on Olive in front of the Joslyn Center. We will be traveling to the Los Angeles State Historic Park just north of Chinatown. We will be attending a special On The Move Riders Club Event (9:30am - 12noon) with other travel groups from around Los Angeles County. The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles will be presenting their program called Wild LA. It wild include learning about the history of the park, birdwatching and meditation. You need to bring a bag lunch and snack with you. We will traveling using the B Line to Union Station. We will then transfer to the A Line. Upon arrival, we will walk to the park. We are limited to the number of travelers we may take with us so sign up is REQUIRED. Please sign up by May 17, 2024.

Requirements:

• You MUST sign a Metro waiver form at time of trip.

• You MUST have a current Burbank Active Card with a bus stamp and a valid Metro TAP card with stored cash value. You can add stored cash value to your TAP Card at any Burbank Library Main Desk.

• You MUST sign up by calling Barbara DeVall or emailing Maria Kerrigan to be included in this trip.

• Wear your walking shoes.

• Bring a hat and a bottle of water since we will be out in the weather.

• Bring a picnic lunch/bag lunch. There is no food or water for sale at the park.

Meet at Burbank Joslyn Center at the Burbank Bus Stop on Olive Avenue at 7:00am

Return to Burbank Joslyn Center approximately 2:30pm

If you are interested in joining us, please contact us.

MAY PROGRAMS

*** = Appointment/RSVP must be made 10:00am - Young at Heart Club 4:00pm - Burbank University Women 9:00am - Hearing Screening *** 9:30am - Notary Services***

12:30pm - Sunday Matinee Dance 10:00am - Blood Pressure Check

10:00am - Bet Tzedek Appointments *** = Tuttle Senior Center = Joslyn Adult Center 30 31

12:30pm - Sunday Matinee Dance

1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 10 11 13 12 14 15 16 17 18 20 19 21 22 23 24 25 27 26 28 29 1:00pm - Greeting Card/ Papercraft Class 1:00pm - T-Shirt Painting Class

10:15am - Calm Mind with Catherine 1:00pmAlzheimer’s Support Group

8:15am - Texas Hold’em Tournament 9:45am - Valley Porcelain Artists 6:30pm - Coin Club

CLOSED

1:00pmAlzheimer’s Support Group 12:00pm - Latin Dance Exercise Class

Split Pea Soup Pork Chop with Gravy

Mediterranean Pasta Roasted Potatoes

Salad: Chicken, Romaine, Butternut Squash

Bowties, Cucumber, Banana

Bell Pepper, Garbanzo Grape Juice

Beans, Italian Dressing Whole Grain Bread

Mango Papaya

Whole Grain Roll

7 Bean Soup Whole Grain Spaghetti

Turkey & Cheese & Meatballs

Lettuce & Tomato

Coleslaw

Apple

Whole Grain Bread

Cauliflower

Mixed Berries

Vegetable Tortilla Soup Baked Chicken

Santa Fe Salad: Beef with Gravy

Spring Mix, Black Beans, Butternut Squash

Corn, Bell Pepper, Wild Rice

Ranch Dressing Mango & Papaya

Kiwi

Whole Grain Bread

Pork Tenderloin

Winter Confetti Salad: Turkey Chili Frozen Meal

Kale, Romaine, Chicken, Baked Potato Strawberries

Red Onion, Cranberries, Carrots

Quinoa, Feta, Mixed Fruit Cup

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Apple

Roast Beef & Cheese

Lettuce & Tomato

Carrot Slaw

Orange

Whole Grain Bread

Whole Grain Roll

Whole Grain Bread

Orange Chicken Frozen Meal

Snap Peas

Brown Rice

Cantaloupe

Pineapple Cup

Apple Juice

Whole Grain Corn Muffin

Chinese Chicken Salad: Baked Salmon with Frozen Meal

Cabbage, Chicken, Mango Salsa

Green Onion, Cilantro, Fresh Zucchini

Mandarin, Noodles

Cilantro Lime Quinoa

Sesame Dressing Peaches

Pear

Whole Grain Roll

Turkey & Cheese

Lettuce & Tomato

Dill Pea Salad

Cantaloupe

Whole Grain Bread

Chicken Tostada

Pinto Beans

Spanish Brown Rice

Orange

Corn Tortillas

Banana

Whole Grain Bread

Apple

Whole Grain Bread

Salmon Salad: Romaine, BBQ Beef Sandwich Frozen Meal with Gravy

Sweet Potato

Zucchini

Banana

Whole Grain Roll

Cucumber, Shredded Roasted Potatoes Pear

Carrot, Salmon, Quinoa Peas

Italian Dressing

Mango & Papaya

Whole Grain Roll

Mandarin Cup

Whole Grain Bun

Whole Grain Corn Muffin

NUTRITION SERVICES

The City of Burbank Nutrition Program is practicing a Hybrid Meal Distribution. All three nutrition sites are now open for dinein! However, program participants may choose to take their meals to-go.

• 5 meals are served each week: 2 hot meals, 2 cold meals, and 1 frozen meal alongside milk, juice, fruit, and bread.

• Tables are sanitized; disposable utensils are provided.

• Bringing a cooler or insulated bag is encouraged.

• Patrons must first enroll in the program

HOME DELIVERED MEALS PROGRAM

The City of Burbank Home Delivered Meals Program provides homebound individuals with:

• 5 to 7 nutritious meals per week in addition to milk, juice, fruit and bread

• Voluntary suggested donation is $3.00

The HDM Program is currently accepting applications. To qualify, applicants must be:

• A Burbank resident

• At least 60 years of age

• Evaluated by staff to determine need and eligibility

For more information and/or enrollment, please call (818) 238-5366.

The mission of the Elderly Nutrition Program is to improve the well-being of older adults and help older adults remain independent and in their communities by providing nutritious meals and socialization.

To enroll in the meal program, call the location from which you would like to pick up. After submitting an application, a start date will be given. Must be 60+ to qualify. Suggested $2 voluntary contribution.

We would like to inform the community what a wonderful job the Home Delivered Meals Program staff is doing. What they do is beyond delivering meals to patrons, they ensure clients recive nutritous meals, but that they are safe as well. When our staff stopped to deliver a meal to one of the HDM clients, He heard a scream for help coming from the clients house. The staff noticed the client on the floor and not only contacted the paramedics and the client’s family, but stayed until paramedics arrived. Fortunately no injuries were sustained but we are thankful to have such compassionate volunteers.

HYBRID MEAL DISTRIBUTION

THE TRUTH ABOUT B E E F & P O R K

UNDER THE ASSUMPTION THAT THEY ARE LESS HEALTHY THAN CHICKEN AND FISH, MANY PEOPLE ARE HESITANT TO EAT BEEF OR PORK. WHILE CHICKEN AND FISH DO HAVE THEIR BENEFITS, BEEF AND PORK ARE UNASSUMINGLY HEALTHY OPTIONS AS WELL.

N U T R I T I O N

F A C T S

A 3 - o u n c e s e r v i n g o f b e e f o r p o r k c o n t a i n s

2 0 g r a m s o f p r o t e i n .

B o t h a r e r i c h i n v i t a m i n s B 6 a n d B 1 2 .

B o t h a r e g o o d s o u r c e s o f m i n e r a l s

i n c l u d i n g i r o n , z i n c , a n d p h o s p h o r u s .

N u t r i e n t s f o u n d i n b e e f a n d p o r k a r e

n e c e s s a r y f o r m u s c l e p r e s e r v a t i o n , s u p p o r t

h e a l t h y n e r v o u s a n d i m m u n e s y s t e m s ,

c o n t r i b u t e t o s t r o n g b o n e s , a n d m a i n t a i n

g o o d b r a i n f u n c t i o n .

Unprocessed Cuts

Sirloin Tri-Tip Chuck

RESOURCES FOR ADULTS 55+

BURBANK BUS

Burbank Bus Senior & Disabled Transit provides transportation service to Burbank residents age 60 or over or disabled (with doctor’s certification). This service offers efficient, comfortable, and reliable transportation within the City of Burbank. Reservations are required.

For more information and updated hours of operation, contact: (818) 238-5360.

BET TZEDEK LEGAL SERVICES AT JOSLYN

Bet Tzedek is a non-profit organization that aims to help improve the safety and quality of life for older adults.

Need assistance with the following issues:

Abuse/safety concerns

Conservatorship/guardianship

Consumer issues/fraud

Employment issue or IRS dispute

Foreclosure/real estate fraud

Health care directives/advance planning

Housing conditions/discrimination

IHSS (in-home support) disputes

Landlord-tenant issues

Public benefits

RESOURCES FOR ADULTS 55+

HEARING SCREENINGS

1st

The Five Wishes

with Becky Happach Detrick

The Five Wishes is the first living will (advanced directive) that talks about your personal, emotional and spiritual needs, as well as your medical wishes It lets you choose the person(s) you want to make health care decisions for you if you are unable to

Date:

Date: June 10, 2024

Time: 10:00am-11:00am

Where: Joslyn Adult Center Contact the front desk for more information and sign ups 818-238-5353

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