May Senior Center newsletter

CARLSBAD SENIOR CENTER

Seaside Insider Project Dulce Diabetes Classes Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas Wednesdays, May 1 – 29, 9:45 – 11:45 a.m., 116 Do you ever ask yourself what am I able to eat? What can I do to better control my blood sugar? This free five-class series will teach you how to manage your diabetes and stay healthy. Join us for these topics the following dates: May 1: May 8:

May 15:

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May 29:

Getting to know diabetes Healthy eating: How to choose the best meals and exercise for you Healthy coping and physical activity: How to prevent and treat high blood sugar Diabetes medication: How your medications work and how to use them safely Staying well with diabetes: Share information and get support from others like you

These free, informational classes are taught by Shirley Saenz, Scripps Diabetes Health Educator, MA.

Diabetes Prevention Program: Information Session The Skinny Gene Project Mondays, beginning May 6, 1 – 2 p.m., 116 What if we told you there was a way you could improve your quality of life without sacrificing the joys of living it? The Skinny Gene Project is offering a free diabetes prevention program to qualifying members with prediabetes. This program is a year-long lifestyle change class that is designed to help seniors with prediabetes learn healthy eating and exercise habits.

Their three-step model has helped to impact over 600,000 lives in less than eight years. Statistics show that nine out of 10 people with prediabetes are unaware they have this condition; therefore they may miss the opportunity to reverse it and prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. Join us May 6 for a fun and game-filled interactive information session to learn more about the program.

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Free Lecture/Demo: Heart Coherent Tai Chi Kung Monday, May 20, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., 116 In this free lecture, our Carlsbad Senior Center Heart Coherent Tai Chi instructors, Richard and Renee Wing, will discuss the physical and psychological benefits to be gained from regular practice of Heart Coherent Tai Chi Kung. They will share the simple practices that bring the body into the heart coherent state and the benefits of regular practice with a group of like-minded partners.

Attendees will also learn what Heart Coherent Tai Chi Kung is, the composition of classes. There will also be a demonstration of what practice looks like, and attendees will be encouraged to join in and experience the balance, harmony and stress release of the repeated breath and movement patterns. There will be a Q&A session after.

Join us!

The Impact of Nutrition and Exercise Dr. Jason Gestring, DC, The Wellness Champions Tuesday, May 21, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., 111 This workshop explains the proper methods of combining appropriate food groups for optimum digestion, maximum energy and healthy weight loss solutions. Dr. Jason Gestring, DC, also uncovers the secrets to fueling your immune system and exercising to decrease your risk of diabetes and cancer. Come learn how to live better for a healthy 2019. Be healthy by choice, not by chance.

Inside this issue Health & Education.............................................................. 1 – 3 Commissioner Corner......................................................... 2 Calendar................................................................................... 4, 5 Instructor Spotlight............................................................. 6 Volunteer of the Month .................................................... 6 Café Menu............................................................................... 7 Resources................................................................................ 8

Complimentary Notary Services Now Available Bi-monthly. Call the front desk at 760-602-4650 to schedule your free 15-minute appointment.

Discover how to become a “Road Scholar” Thursday, May 23, 10 – 11:30 a.m., 111 Love to travel? Enjoy learning new things and exploring interesting places? Road Scholar offers educational, overnight programs in cities and locations throughout the United States and in 150 countries around the world. Learn about the “Four Unique Attributes” the non-profit Road Scholar programs all share: •

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Exceptional opportunities for learning and exploration through special behind-the-scenes access to the world’s most fascinating treasures The shared fellowship of learning and warm camaraderie Comfortable accommodations and appetizing meals Excellent value

Attend this free seminar and learn about America’s first, and the world’s largest educational, not-for-profit travel organization for adults.

Aging in Place: Sharing Your Story

Old-fashioned Carnival and Classic Car Show

101 Mobility & Fred Farmer of Fond Reflections Tuesday, May 28, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., 111 Join us for this monthly series, held the last Tuesday of each month, which offers insights from professionals who share their expertise concerning specific aspects of how to age in place successfully.

What’s more valuable than watching and listening to your parent or grandparent telling you stories about their lives and your family’s history... after they’re gone? In this informative class, we will explore ways to record your personal history for future generations. We’ll discover how each of us, young and old, thrive in community and how our stories impact those around us. We’ll learn how a video interview creates an opportunity to have a living legacy that loved ones can enjoy and appreciate for many generations.

“Don’t Get Hooked”: Preventing Financial Abuse, Scams and Fraud Anabel Kuykendall, Aging & Independence Services Thursday, May 30, 10 – 11:30 a.m., 111 Join us for an interactive PowerPoint presentation for older adults and family caregivers on preventing financial abuse, scams and fraud. Topics include: grandparent scams, sweepstakes and lottery scams, telemarketing scams, IRS and other governmental scams and more.

“Don’t Get Hooked” booklet and other resources provided.

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11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pine Avenue Community Park 3333 Harding Street

Senior Commission Corner The Senior Commission meets at City Hall Council Chambers. Join us on Thursday, May 2, 3 – 4 p.m. for input and insight on senior services. In May, the Senior Commission will be developing their Work Plan, expanding upon their Mission Statement. The Senior Commission advises and makes recommendations to the City Council on the special needs and concerns of seniors, including the creation, operation, maintenance, management, and control of senior programs, activities and facilities. The commission welcomes the public to attend their meetings held the first Thursday of every month. Agendas, minutes and more information available on the commission website at http://www.carlsbadca.gov/cityhall/clerk/meetings/ boards/senior.asp

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Carlsbad Newcomers Host Canine Companions for Independence Wednesday, May 1, 9:45 – 11:30 a.m., 111 Guests Lyn Berry, along with her dog-in-training, Wallace, discusses her experience raising service dogs for Canine Companions for Independence. This non-profit organization enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. Come learn about the selfless volunteers and dogs who assist people with disabilities to live with more independence.

Dance: The Vidals Thursday, May 2, 1 – 3 p.m.

Harding Community Center Prizes and refreshments are graciously sponsored by Las Villas de Carlsbad. $4.

Movie: LBJ Thursday, May 9, 1 – 3 p.m., AUD After taking the reins of state in the wake of President Kennedy’s 1963 assassination, Lyndon Baines Johnson assumes leadership at one of the most tumultuous times in U.S. history. This engrossing biopic looks at the man behind the political mask. (Netflix summary) Starring: Woody Harrelson, Jennifer Jason-Leigh. Free.

Book Club Monday, May 13, 1 – 2:30 p.m., 118 This month’s book selection is An American Family: A Memoir of Hope and Sacrifice, by Khizr Khan. June’s book selection is The Woman in the Window, by A.J. Finn. The book club meets the 2nd Monday of every month and welcomes newcomers!

Morningstar Investment Lectures Presenter Shelley Murasko is thoroughly familiar with Morningstar’s mutual fund investment education resources and bases her lectures on this content. Area residents have free access to this Morningstar guidance through the City of Carlsbad Libraries’ online database.

Each weekly class examines the changing monthly information.

All classes are from 1:30 to 3 p.m., 111 May 13: Mutual Fund Investing Basics May 20: Top Morningstar Articles & Other Special

Investing Topics

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Digital Photo & Tech Classes These free classes are taught by instructor Mike McMahon, and are available on a first-come, firstserved basis. The last 15 minutes of class will be devoted to your questions. Please bring note-taking material.

Easy Photo Collages NEW! Wednesday, May 15, 10 – 11:15 a.m., 111 Combining several photos into a single photo collage can be a great way to share your images. Our instructor, Mike McMahon, will explain how to quickly make a collage that will be suitable for framing. Mike will use several photo editing tools during his demonstration (Picasa, Photoshop Elements, Google Photos). Come join the learning and the fun.

Traveling Better with Technology Wednesday, May 15, 1 – 2:15 p.m., 111 Smartphones and other technology have made traveling easier and better than ever.

Our instructor, Mike McMahon, will explain how to make it work for you. We will cover best-in-class apps for everything from maps and navigation to avoiding expensive cellular roaming charges when traveling abroad. These techniques can save time, money, and make your travels more fun and less stressful. Seating is limited…come early for a good seat.

Great Apps for your Garden! NEW! Wednesday, May 22, 10 – 11:15 a.m., 111 Come learn about the great smartphone apps that will make your garden flourish.

Our instructors, Mike McMahon and Jay Klopfenstein (President, Carlsbad Community Gardens Collaborative) will present a wide variety of mobile apps that can help you quickly produce great results in your garden - and have more fun doing it.

Seating is limited… come early for a good seat.

Wildfires – Are You Ready to Evacuate?

Wednesday, May 22, 1 – 2:15 p.m., 111 The 2014 Poinsettia Fire forced residents to evacuate as the wildfire spread quickly in Carlsbad. That experience reminds us that we need to be prepared for emergencies. Our instructor, Mike McMahon, will share the story of his family’s evacuation in both 2007 and 2014. He will present an organized and thoughtful approach that will help you calmly and efficiently respond to the call to evacuate your home.

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Activities Calendar

Weekly Programs

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† Aerobic Dancing – Lite!

Writers Group Spanish – Levels I, II & III † Heart Coherent Tai Chi Kung (5/6) † Better Balance & Mobility * Elderhelp HomeShare Line Dancing – Beginner † Better Balance & Mobility Line Dancing – High Beginner † Functional Yoga with Guided Visualization (5/6)

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8 – 11 9 – 10 9 – 10 9:45 – 10:45 10 – 11:30 10:30 – 11:30 11-12 12:30 – 4 12:30 – 4 1–3 1–4 1–4

Needlecraft † Aerobic Dancing – Lite!

Line Dancing – Improver † Live Long: Do Qigong! (5/7) Line Dancing – Intermediate † Community Garden Club (5/7) * Gentle Chair Yoga with Optional Standing Poses Ping Pong Bingo Writing Our Lives Chess Double Deck Pinochle

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9:30 – 10:30 † Better Balanc 9:30 – 11 5–in–1 Joy Cl 9:30 – 11:30 † Oriental Sum 10:45 – 11:45 † Better Balanc 11:30 – 12:30 American Sig 12:30 – 4:30 Mah Jongg 1 – 2:15 Hawaiian Dan 1 – 3:15 Seaside Singe 1–4 Ceramics 1–4 Sewing and Q 2:30 – 4 Hawaiian Dan

9:30 – 11 ** Spinal Fitness 9:45 – 11:30 Carlsbad Newco Canine Compani 9:45 – 11:45 * Project Dulce Dia Classes: Getting t 10 – 1 * HICAP Health Ins

9:15 – 10:30 9:30 – 11 1–2 9:30 – 11 1–2 1 – 2:30

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Primordial Sound Meditation (Intro 9:15 – 9:30) ** Spinal Fitness The Skinny Gene Project

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* Elder Law Legal Assistance

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* Notary Public * Armchair Theatre: East Side Sushi

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Free Lecture/Demo: Heart Coherent Tai Chi Kung 116 The Skinny Gene Project 116 Morningstar Investment Education Lecture: Top Morningstar Articles and Other Special Investing Topics 111 † Gentle Yoga 107

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9–2 * Ask the Attorney 10:30 – 11:30 Presentation: The Impact of Nutrition and Exercise 11 – 12 Try it for free - Chair Tai Chi Chuan 1–3 * Armchair Theater: Gifted

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* Notary Public * Low Vision Consultations offered by the Braille Institute 10:30 – 11:30 Successful Aging in Place: Sharing Your Story 1–3 * Armchair Theater: Alpha

Transportation Services

• Daily lunch program at the Carlsbad Senior Center • Medical appointments, excluding ongoing therapy • Requested donation is $2 each way • Registration and transportation reservations are required

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Memorial Day Senior Center open with limited services: • No lunches • Limited classes 3 – 4:15 † Gentle Yoga

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9:30 – 11 ** Spinal Fitness 9:30 – 11:30 * Diet & Nutrition C 9:45 – 11:45 * Project Dulce Dia Healthy Eating – Meals and Exerci

9:30 – 11 ** Spinal Fitness 9:45 – 11:45 * Project Dulce Dia Classes: Healthy Activity – How to High Blood Suga 10 – 11:15 Easy Photo Colla 1 – 2:15 Traveling Better

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† Intermediate Watercolor Presentation: Learn How to Become a “Road Scholar”

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9:30 – 12:30 * Hearing Screening & Hearing Aid Adjustment Screening 119 10 – 11:30 Presentation: “Don ’t Get Hooked” – Preventing Financial Abuse, Scams and Fraud 111

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Instructor Spotlight Saleemah Muhammad, ZUMBA Instructor Native San Diegan Saleemah Muhammad doesn’t remember a time in her life when she wasn’t drawn to music and dancing. The proud wife of an Army Chaplain retiree, and mother of seven, has “always just loved to dance and move to music!”

Volunteer of the Month Mikkie Sawyer

That love led her to step aerobics, then Jazzercise®, and finally to Zumba®, where she became a licensed instructor in 2013. “Walking into my first Zumba® class in 2011 was a revelation and a joy. I felt like I was home!” But the high energy and high-impact classes eventually began to take a physical toll, and that is when she discovered Zumba® Gold – the specialty format class designed for active older adults, and any age participant that desires a fun but simpler, low-impact Zumba class.

“I am so passionate about sharing the Zumba® Gold program because it truly encompasses the best of both worlds. I strive to bring all the fun, fitness, and flavor of Zumba® but in a format that respects aging bodies and joints. I include a broad variety of genres and international rhythms, packaged around simpler, easy-to-follow, low-impact moves; designed with just the right amount of complexity to sharpen the brain and improve agility and mobility.”

Saleemah loves to guide students on their journey to staying active, fit and healthy, and encourages them to reconnect with their playful side during classes. Dancing in Zumba® Gold boosts your mood, benefits your physical and mental health, and it is just plain fun!

Mikkie Sawyer was nominated by the customer service staff she assists every Tuesday. For Mikkie, volunteering comes easy to her as she has a passion to help where and whenever she is needed. She loves her community and cherishes every wonderful friend that she has made while volunteering. For her, every moment that she assists in this position is rewarding and refreshing. She savors welcoming senior center customers to numerous activities that are planned “just for them.” She especially enjoys having a front row seat in making someone else’s life just seem a little bit easier.

Mikkie hasn’t always been a volunteer. Her professional career started in Chicago, where for 18 years she worked for a prestigious Financial Services Company as a Mortgage Servicing Agent for five states maintaining 2500 personal home loans. She then relocated to Northern California as an Office Manager for six years and ended her career in beautiful sunny San Diego working as an Administrative Assistant for a Human Resources Department for 17 years. Mikkie feels privileged to have worked with great people in several International locations in many professional capacities.

Mikkie is now discovering a more settled life while she eases into her golden retirement years, savoring each and every precious day with her three wonderful children, 11 grandchildren and one darling great-granddaughter.

May is Healthy Vision Month – What’s Your Vision of the Future?

Healthy Vision Month is the perfect time to learn how to protect your eyes and help prevent vision loss in the future. This year, we’re encouraging all adults of all ages to make eye health a priority now and for years to come. More information online or at your doctor’s office: https://nei.nih.gov/hvm

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Paradise Café by the Sea MONDAY

TUESDAY

Menu subject to change Reservations: 760-602-4655 *Denotes meal  1000

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Seasoned Ground Beef Brown Rice Black Beans Shredded Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cheese, Sour Cream Mandarin Oranges 13

Curry Chicken

Brown Rice Mixed Vegetables Broccoli Salad Cinnamon Apples

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Italian Sausage*

Whole Wheat Pasta Marinara Sauce Zucchini Corn Medley Marinated Carrot Salad Melon

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Holiday Memorial Day Senior Center open with limited services: No lunches Limited classes

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Macaroni & Cheese Sweet & Sour Slaw Whole Wheat Roll Pineapple Alternate Salad

Pepper Steak

Whole Grain Rice Medley Broccoli & Carrots Applesauce

Asian Chicken Salad, Whole Wheat Roll Carrot, Pineapple

2% Milk served daily

Taco Salad

WEDNESDAY Pulled Pork*

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Coq au Vin

Whole Wheat Pasta Carrots Caesar Salad Tropical Fruit Salad

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Salmon

Dill Sauce Parsley Potatoes Spinach Whole Wheat Bread Peaches Alternate Salad Grilled Chicken Salad with Quinoa, Carrots, Fruit Salad

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Salisbury Steak

Gravy Mashed Potatoes Peas & Carrots Whole Wheat Bread Pineapple Armchair Theater: “East Side Sushi” 1 & 3 p.m. in TV Lounge 21 Lemon Garlic Marinated Chicken Breast Brown Rice Ratatouille Greek Salad Banana Armchair Theater: “Gifted” 1 & 3 p.m. in TV Lounge 28

Cheese Ravioli Meat Sauce

California Vegetables Spinach Salad Whole Wheat Garlic Bread

Fresh Fruit Armchair Theater: “Alpha” 1 & 3 p.m. in TV Lounge

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Ham with Apricot Sauce*

Sweet Potato Gratin Green Beans Whole Grain Bread Tropical Fruit Salad Alternate Salad

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Turkey Wrap*

Green Beans Roasted Sweet Potatoes Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit

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Chicken Argenteuil

whole wheat wrap Minestrone Soup Coleslaw Cantaloupe Monthly Movie: “LBJ” 1 p.m. in Auditorium

Béarnaise Sauce Asparagus Quinoa Spring Mix with Cranberries Whole Wheat Bread Strawberry Shortcake

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17 Sloppy Joe Whole Wheat Roll Black Bean Succotash Mixed Green Salad Orange

Chicken Parmesan* Whole Wheat Pasta Marinara Sauce Spinach Greek Salad Peaches

Tuna Salad, Whole Grain Bread, Carrots, Tropical Fruit

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Krabby Cake*

Alfredo Sauce Spinach Wheat Pasta Tomato Cucumber Salad Pineapple Alternate Salad Tarragon Chicken Salad, Carrots, WW Bread, Pineapple

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Bratwurst*

Sauerkraut German Potato Salad Marinated Carrot Salad Whole Wheat Bread Orange Alternate Salad

Bay shrimp Salad on Mixed Greens, Carrot Salad, WW Bread, Orange

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Meatloaf

Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Carrots Stewed Tomatoes Whole Wheat Bread Cinnamon Apples

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Grilled Hamburgers Swiss Cheese Whole Wheat Bun Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onion Potato Salad Carrot Sticks with Ranch Melon 31

Chicken Teriyaki

Whole Grain Rice Medley Stir Fried Vegetables Chopped Asian Salad Mandarin Oranges

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Carlsbad Paradise Café by the Sea 760-602-4650 The Carlsbad Senior Center serves nutritious, hot meals Monday through Friday in our Dining Room. The requested donation for seniors who are ages 60 and up is $3.50 — you need not be a city of Carlsbad resident to dine. A $5 lunch fee applies to non-senior guests of seniors.

Reservations can be made in person, by calling 760-602-4655. Please tell us which day(s) you will be attending lunch and leave your full name and phone number. Cancellations can be made by calling 760-602-4655.

Dining room seating is available at 11 a.m. and lunch is served promptly at 12 p.m. You may forfeit your lunch reservation if you do not check-in prior to 11:45 a.m. We also deliver home meals Monday through Friday to homebound seniors living in Carlsbad, for a requested donation of $4. In addition, frozen meals are available for the weekend and will be delivered on Fridays. For more information, call 760-602-4650.

Transportation for lunch to and from the Carlsbad Senior Center is available Monday through Friday to Carlsbad seniors, ages 60 and up, and who are unable to drive. Transportation for medical appointments is provided Monday through Thursday. Appointments must be made in advance. For all transportation reservations, call 760-602-4650.

Wednesdays, transportation is available for shopping. Call 760-602-4650 for schedule and reservations. Special transportation options are available every Tuesday for lunch & bingo, as well as the 2nd Thursday of each month for lunch and our free monthly movie.

No eligible person will be denied a meal or transportation because of failure or inability to contribute.

This program is supported by the City of Carlsbad and the Older Americans Act funds through San Diego County Aging & Independence Services.

Resources & Contacts Aging and Independence, services for assistance,information or reporting abuse ..........................1-800-510-2020 Carlsbad Police (Non-emergency): ......................................................................................................................1-760-931-2197 Facilities Elder Abuse Ombudsman .....................................................................................................................1-800-640-4661 In Home Supportive Services, North County ...................................................................................................1-760-480-3424 Medicare Helpline ......................................................................................................................................................1-800-633-4227 Senior Shield Scam Hotline ....................................................................................................................................1-858-715-1648 North County Coastal Mental Health Services ................................................................................................1-760-967-4475 Activities Coordinators:

Patti Gebel.......................................................................................................................................................1-760-602-4653

Valerie Fisher..................................................................................................................................................1-760-602-4654 Dining Room Reservations (24 Hours) www.carlsbadca.gov/seniors......................................................1-760-602-4655 Facility Reservations www.carlsbadconnect.org ............................................................................................1-760-602-7510 Front Desk (general info & transportation) .......................................................................................................1-760-602-4650 Home Meal Delivery, Shannon Shepherd .........................................................................................................1-760-602-4652 Elder Law Legal Assistance .....................................................................................................................................1-760-439-2535 x205 Medical Insurance Assistance (HICAP) ................................................................................................................1-800-434-0222 ElderHelp’s HomeShare.............................................................................................................................................1-858-748-9675 Hi-Noon Rotary’s Helping Hands ..........................................................................................................................1-760-593-7188 Pine Avenue Community Center ..........................................................................................................................1-760-434-5022 San Diego Eldercare Directory ...............................................................................................................................1-619-293-1680 Identity Theft Resource Center ..............................................................................................................................1-858-693-7935 Social Security Office ................................................................................................................................................1-800-772-1213 Alzheimer’s San Diego ..............................................................................................................................................1-858-492-4400 Grief Support Groups: griefshare.org San Diego Food Bank ................................................................................................................................................1-858-527-1419 North County Transit District (NCTD):

Bus service.......................................................................................................................................................1-760-966-6500

Lift (disabled reservation line)..................................................................................................................1-760-726-1111 RideFact .........................................................................................................................................................................1-888-924-3228 Carlsbad Senior Center • 799 Pine Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008 • 760-602-4650 • Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sat, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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