I Have a Dream Luncheon Jan. 22nd at noon Gloria McClellan Adult

Gloria McClellan Adult Activity and Resource Center
Come to where the action is...a warm and friendly place to be!
January 2016
New Year’s Luncheon
Jan. 7th at noon
Featuring Ricky Rivas
at 11:00 a.m.
Let’s get this new year off to a great start!
Enjoy great entertainment and lunch. On
the menu is marinated chicken, penne pasta
au gratin, winter blend vegetables and
ambrosia for dessert. Happy New Year!
I Have a Dream Luncheon
Jan. 22nd at noon
Featuring singing duo
“Senior Moments” at 11:00 a.m.
Join us for a tribute to Martin
Luther King Jr. Stay for lunch
and fellowship and enjoy veal
paprika steak, broccoli
polonaise, garlic bread and
pineapple bits.
GLORIA McCLELLAN CENTER
1400 Vale Terrace Drive
Vista, CA 92084 ∗ (760) 639-6160
This program is supported by Older American Act funds awarded through the San Diego County Aging and Independence Services, the City of Vista
and your contributions.
Vista Senior Voice
Gloria McClellan
Center –
Hours: 8am-4pm
Office:
(760) 639-6160
Program Manager
Donna Meester
(760) 643-5280
Recreation
Coordinator
Maia Hodge
(760) 639-6162
Food Services
Supervisor/Home
Delivered Meals
Walter Hartman
(760) 643-5285
Office Specialist
Maureen Cooper
(760) 643-5282
Culture Caravan
Doriance Purchase
(760) 643-2828
Out & About Vista
Veronica Giancola
(760) 639-6161
Nutrition
Transportation
Reservations
(760) 724-3362
Interfaith Senior
Services
(760) 941-0140
Lunch Reservations
(760) 724-3362
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Happy New Year! We made it to the year 2016! Can you believe it? I
hope your holidays were healthy and peaceful. Now we head into the
New Year with new challenges and changes on the horizon.
One change is a new look for the newsletter. It is a bit smaller, but will
continue to provide all the information about what’s going on each day,
to mark your calendars, and to join us for fun and make new friends.
Have you made your new year’s resolutions? Stay healthy and fit by
joining one of our exercise classes or come to our monthly dance. New
classes and programs are always being offered…the center has something
for everyone.
Join our volunteer program…volunteering is a great way to “give back”
and make a positive contribution to the world. Numerous studies have
shown that people who do volunteer work have lower rates of depression
and heart disease, live happier more fulfilled lives, have greater selfesteem and greater function ability, especially for older adults.
We are looking forward to the building upgrades, renovations, and
remodeling this year. And we are growing in new ways. New events.
New activities. New programs. We never stop working to make the
center a better place for you! It’s going to be a busy year and we look
forward to sharing the journey with you.
Wishing everyone a healthy and happy new year!
Maureen Cooper
Thank you to the following
sponsors and donors for
supporting events at the center in
January.
Bingo for Prizes, Jan. 12th
United Health Care
Birthdays and Anniversaries
Cake, Jan. 29th
Cathy Ellis and Associates
Monthly Movie Refreshments,
Jan. 29th
United Health Care
Greater Tri City IPA
Vista Senior Voice
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Make a difference and join our
Paper Plate Campaign!
HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Help to sponsor lunch meals for seniors in the
community. Their average age is 82 and many of them
live alone and depend on a daily nutritious meal. Your
donation will help to pay their contribution!
The McClellan Center will be closed on
Jan. 1st and Jan. 18th for the New Year’s
and Martin Luther King Jr. holidays.
Rides through Out & About will also not
be available on those days.
Senior Center Dining Room Meals:
$4.00 for one meal
$20.00 for one week
$85.00 for one month
Home-delivered Meals:
$4.50 for one meal
$32.00 for one week
$140.00 for one month
You can make checks payable to the City of Vista
(Memo: Paper Plate Campaign) and send directly to
the Senior Center c/o The Paper Plate Campaign,
Gloria McClellan Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive,
Vista, CA, 92084. Thank you!
Volunteer Appreciation Holiday Breakfast
Dec. 17th
(L to R) Jordan Hitchens, Shaun Falkenbach,
Mike Vellinga, Dave Alspach, Ed Alspach, Grace
Navarro, and Sonia Hollingsworth
It’s that time again!
Tax season has begun!
Once again, AARP volunteers will be here at
the center to provide tax services for the 2015
tax year. Appointments will be held from 9:00
a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
and Thursdays beginning Feb. 2nd. Beginning
Jan. 25th, you may call (760) 643-5290 to make
an appointment. Walk-in appointments will
also be available.
Geri-Fit
Demonstration
Many seniors are under the impression that walking
and upper body strength training exercises are
enough to keep them healthy and strong. However,
the muscles in the lower body are in the most need
of strength training. Join Evan Gaines at 11:00 a.m.
in the Park Terrace Café for a 40 minute informative
talk and demonstration, followed by a 20-minute
question and answer session to learn more about
strength training exercises. Evan is a licensed and
certified Geri-Fit trainer with over 15 years of
experience as a strength and conditioning
professional, and functional movement coach.
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Gloria McClellan Center
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Below are some achievable goals for seniors in 2016, all of which can help to bring you closer to your family members.
•
Do you have some family recipes that you have been keeping to yourself? Has your granddaughter been pestering you to
show her how you make your famous apple pie? Now is the time to share! Recipes which have been passed down from one
generation to the next provide families with a powerful trigger of happy times gathered around the kitchen table, and help
keep the memories of those no longer with you alive.
•
Set a goal to increase your exercise in the New Year. This can be as simple as purchasing a pedometer and vowing to walk
a certain number of steps each day. Include your loved ones in your efforts by asking them to join you on walks around the
neighborhood or at the local mall.
•
Pass the fine art of letter writing down to the next generation by writing letters to some of your loved ones. Vow to send
handwritten birthday cards and thank you notes throughout the year as well.
•
Learn more about the technology your family is using. Did you know that Fast Company magazine has reported that people
age 55 to 64 are the fastest growing demographic on Twitter, with use in that age group increasing by 79% since
2012? Additionally, since 2012, use by that age group has grown 46% on Facebook and 56% on Google+! Even if you are
unfamiliar with these technologies, you can learn them. You will bond with a tech savvy family member as they help you set
up your accounts, and once you have learned how to use them, you’ll be able to better keep in touch with the younger
members of your family.
•
Vow to have some tough conversations with your family that you have been putting off. If you haven’t done so already, now is
the time to draw up a will, name an executor, and discuss plans for your future with your loved ones.
[Source: www.medicalalertadvice.com]
Vista Silver Star Foundation
The Vista Silver Star Foundation completed 2015 with several
key initiatives underway including committing to assist
McClellan Center with additional funding support in 2016 for
special events and hosting a tribute in honor of the late Carolyn
Chetister earlier this month at the Center.
The VSSF Board met in mid-November and welcomed a new
member to its Board of Directors—Attorney Craig Castle. Craig
is uniquely qualified to advise the Foundation in legal matters as
well as being a long time resident of Vista for more than 25
years.
Board Member Darcy Clevenger presented the Board with a first
look at the Foundation’s upcoming website which will greatly
enhance the VSSF’s presence and communication efforts in the
community. We hope to go live with the website during the first
quarter of 2016.
Members of the Board look forward to working with the Gloria
McClellan Center staff and family in 2016. If you have any
interest in finding our more about us, we welcome your
involvement and you can contact us through the Center or by
contacting Nancy Kropf, Chair of the VSSF, [email protected] or
760.822.5973. Of course, you can leave messages with the
Center reception for the VSSF at 760.639.6160.
Vista Senior Voice
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January 1st – New Year’s Day! Center closed.
January 7th – New Year’s Luncheon at 11:00 a.m. in the Park
Terrace Café. Featuring Ricky Rivas at 11:00 a.m. Let’s kick off the New
Year together and enjoy marinated chicken, penne pasta au gratin,
winter blend vegetables, and ambrosia for dessert.
January 8th – North County Community Dance from 2:00 – 4:00
p.m. in the Park Terrace Café. Featuring fun DJ music. Cost is $5.00
and includes admission and refreshments.
January 14th – Memory Lane with Maia at 11:30 a.m. in the Park
Terrace Café. Homemade Chili is the theme of this month’s
memories. Join us for a fun walk down memory lane.
January 15th – Smartphone 101 Class at 10:00 a.m. in the Jasmine
Room. Free class for all skill levels, no prior experience necessary, and
informal discussion. Bring all your questions; snacks will be provided.
Given by Allen Farverov of GreatCall. To reserve, call Maia at
760.639.6162.
January 18th – Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday! Center closed.
January 21st – Geri-Fit Demonstration at 11:00 a.m. in the Park
Terrace Café. Join Evan Gaines for a 40 minute informative talk and
demonstration, followed by a 20-minute question and answer session to
learn more about strength training exercises.
January 22nd – I Have a Dream Luncheon at noon in the Park
Terrace Café. Join us for a tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. Featuring
“Senior Moments” at 11:00 a.m. On the menu is veal paprika steak,
broccoli polonaise, garlic bread, and pineapple bits.
January 29th – Birthdays & Anniversaries Celebration at noon
in the Park Terrace Café. Presents and cake! Sign up clipboards are
located in the lobby. Please sign up before the day of the event!
January 29th - Monthly Movie at 1:00 p.m. in the Azalea Room.
Featuring “McFarland USA.” From Disney comes MCFARLAND, the
true against-all-odds story of the 1987 McFarland high school cross
country team in an economically challenged community. Free movie and
refreshments! Closed captioned for the hearing impaired.
Gloria McClellan Center Activities and Services for January 2016
MONDAY
LOCATION LEGEND:
AZAL Azalea Room
JAS Jasmine Room
LAB Computer Lab
PT
Park Terrace Café
CONF Conference Room
PALM Palm Game Room
ORCH Orchid Room
LOB Main Lobby Area
ALOB Azalea Lobby Area
8:30 Toe Tappers
10:00 Computer Lab
8:30 Toe Tappers
10:00 Computer Lab
CENTER CLOSED
TUESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
CENTER CLOSED
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Activities subject to change. Please call
760.639.6160 to verify dates and times.
See pages 19-22 of the Vista Senior Voice
for a complete description of services,
activites and programs.
OASIS catalogs and registration forms are
available in the administration office.
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PT 9:30
LAB 10:00
10:00
10:30
12:00
1:00
Positively Fit
Spanish Club
Computer Lab
Positively Fit
Pinochle
Tri City Computer Club
5
AZAL
PALM
LAB
AZAL
ALOB
JAS
11
PT 9:30
LAB 10:00
10:00
10:30
11:15
12:00
1:00
Positively Fit
Spanish Club
Computer Lab
Positively Fit
Bingo for Prizes
Pinochle
Tri City Computer Club
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AZAL
CONF
LAB
AZAL
PT
ALOB
JAS
18
9:30
10:00
10:00
10:30
11:15
12:00
1:00
3:00
8:00 Sunset Strummers
8:30 Toe Tappers
10:00 Computer Lab
WEDNESDAY
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JAS 9:30
PT 10:00
LAB 10:00
10:30
11:15
12:00
1:00
Positively Fit
Spanish Club
Computer Lab
Positively Fit
Bingo for Prizes
Pinochle
Tri City Computer Club
Alzheimer's Support Group
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AZAL
CONF
LAB
AZAL
PT
ALOB
JAS
CONF
Positively Fit
Spanish Club
Computer Lab
Positively Fit
Bingo for Prizes
Pinochle
Tri City Computer Club
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AZAL
CONF
LAB
AZAL
PT
ALOB
JAS
9:00
9:15
10:00
10:00
12:30
1:00
Painting Club
Health Insurance Counseling
Computer Lab
Knitting Circle
Duplicate Bridge
Quilting Group
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JAS
CONF
LAB
ALOB
AZAL
PT
9:00
9:00
10:00
10:00
10:00
12:30
1:00
2:00
Painting Club
Angels Depot Box Distribution
Parkinsons Support Group
Computer Lab
Knitting Circle
Duplicate Bridge
Sewing Group
Hearing Screenings
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PALM
LOB
AZAL
LAB
ALOB
AZAL
PT
CONF
NATIONAL GRANOLA BAR DAY
9:00
9:15
10:00
10:00
11:00
12:30
1:00
1:00
Painting Club
Health Insurance Counseling
Computer Lab
Knitting Circle
Veteran's Advocacy Associates
Duplicate Bridge
Quilting Group
Senior Nutrition Advisory
Committee
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JAS
CONF
LAB
ALOB
LOB
AZAL
PT
CONF
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE CAKE DAY
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9:00 Financial Planning Consultations CONF
9:00 Painting Club
JAS
10:00 Computer Lab
LAB
10:00 Knitting Circle
ALOB
12:30 Duplicate Bridge
AZAL
1:00 Sewing Group
PT
1:00 OASIS - Migrating to
LAB
Windows 10
1:30 Senior Commission Meeting CONF
8:30
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:00
12:00
12:30
Toe Tappers
Positively Fit
Computer Lab
Positively Fit
Ricky Rivas Sings
New Year's Luncheon
Contract Bridge for Prizes
8:00
8:30
9:30
10:00
10:00
10:30
11:00
Sunset Strummers
Toe Tappers
Positively Fit
Legal Assistance
Computer Lab
Positively Fit
Memory Lane with Maia
"Homemade Chili"
12:30 Contract Bridge for Prizes
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PT
AZAL
LAB
AZAL
PT
PT
JAS
14
JAS
PT
AZAL
CONF
LAB
AZAL
PT
10:00
10:00
10:00
12:00
2:00
Computer Lab
Popcorn
Knitting Circle
Vista Garden Club
North County Community
Dance with Fun DJ Music
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LAB
PT
ALOB
AZAL
PT
10:00
10:00
10:00
10:00
Computer Lab
Popcorn
Knitting Circle
Smartphone 101 Class
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LAB
PT
ALOB
JAS
10:00
10:00
10:00
11:00
12:00
Computer Lab
Popcorn
Knitting Circle
Senior Moments
I Have a Dream Luncheon
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LAB
PT
ALOB
PT
PT
NATIONAL STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM DAY
JAS
8:00
8:30
9:30
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:00
12:30
Sunset Strummers
Toe Tappers
Positively Fit
Nutrition Education
Computer Lab
Positively Fit
Geri-Fit Demonstration
Contract Bridge for Prizes
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JAS
PT
AZAL
CONF
LAB
AZAL
PT
JAS
8:00
8:30
9:30
10:00
10:30
12:30
Sunset Strummers
Toe Tappers
Positively Fit
Computer Lab
Positively Fit
Contract Bridge for Prizes
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JAS
PT
AZAL
LAB
AZAL
JAS
NATIONAL CORN CHIP DAY
10:00 Computer Lab
10:00 Popcorn
10:00 Knitting Circle
12:00 Birthdays and
Anniversaries Celebration
1:00 Monthly Movie
featuring
"McFarland USA"
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LAB
PT
ALOB
PT
AZAL
Gloria McClellan Center Lunch and Salad Menu for January 2016
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1
High Sodium
CENTER CLOSED
4
Philly Cheesesteak
Peppers and Onions
Tossed Salad
Tropical Fruit
5
Homestyle Fried Chicken
Cole Slaw
Boston Beans
Wheat Roll
Fresh Apple ~or~ Ham and
6 New Year's Luncheon
Beef Burgundy over Pasta
Oregon Bean Medley
Pineapple Tidbits
~or~
Turkey and Provolone
on Sourdough
Cheese on Mixed Greens
Marinated Chicken
Penne Pasta AuGratin
Winter Blend Vegetables
Ambrosia
~or~
Seafood Salad
Ignacio del Rio on Piano
11
Sweet and Sour Pork Chop
Jasmine Rice
Vegetable Stir Fry
Mandarin Oranges
CENTER CLOSED
12
Open Faced Turkey Sandwich
Gravy
Cauliflower Combo
Mixed Berry Fruit Cup
~or~
Chicken Salad on Wheat
Bingo for Prizes
Ignacio del Rio on Piano
19
Barbecued Chicken
Home Fried Potatoes
Collard Greens
Roll
Fresh Orange
~or~ Seafood Salad
Turkey a la King
Buttered Noodles
Tossed Salad
Mixed Berry Fruit Cup
Teriyaki Salmon
Rice Pilaf
Broccoli
Spiced Peaches
~or~
Greek Salad
with Grilled Chicken
15
Cheeseburger
Baked Beans
Lettuce and Tomato
Strawberries with Ice Cream
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Mediterranean Chicken
Penne Pasta
Sauteed Spinach
Strawberry Shortcake
~or~
Ham and Cheese on
Mixed Greens
Ignacio del Rio on Piano
26
Crab Cake with Cream Sauce
Steamed Rice
Tossed Salad
Cherry Pie
14
20
Carne Asada Plate
Refried Beans
Spanish Rice
Tropical Fruit
~or~ Turkey and
Provolone on Sourdough
Bingo for Prizes
25
8
Ricky Rivas Sings
13
Swiss Steak
Baked Potato
Tossed Salad
Roll
Banana
~or~ Tuna Salad on Mixed Greens
18
7
27
Veal Paprika Steak
Broccoli Polonaise
Garlic Bread
Pineapple Tidbits
Senior Moments
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Breaded Pork Chop with Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Glazed Carrots
Roll * Hawaiian Fruit Cup
~or~ Greek Salad
with Grilled Vegetables
Beef and Macaroni Casserole
Tossed Salad
Black Forest Cake
~or~
Chicken Salad on Wheat
Breakfast Bake
Sausage Patty
Hash Browns
Biscuit * Tropical Fruit
~or~ Tuna Salad
on Mixed Greens
Bingo for Prizes
Ignacio del Rio on Piano
Dominique Oei on Piano
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Barbecued Beef Sandwich
Vegetable Combo
Corn Chips
Baked Apple
Birthday Cake
•Reservations are required by 1:00 pm the day prior. Call 760-724-3362. Suggested contribution: Age 60+: $4.00; guests under 60: $6.00 charge.
•Center hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Front office phone number is (760) 639-6160. Lunch is served at 12 noon.
No eligible person shall be denied a meal because of failure or inability to contribute.
This program is supported by the Older Americans Act funds, awarded through the San Diego County Aging and Independence Services and the City of Vista.
Menus are subject to change without notice.
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Gloria McClellan Center
Migrating to Windows 10
Join the Tri City Computer Club!
The computer group meets on Tuesdays
from 1-3:00 p.m. There is no membership
fee! Everyone interested in computers is
invited to attend. A different topic is
presented each week.
Wed, Jan. 27, 1-3pm, $15
With the recent release of Microsoft’s Windows
10 operating system, owners of a “qualified”
Windows 7 or 8.1 license, are now able to download
and upgrade to Windows 10 for free within one
year. Windows 7 is currently scheduled to go out of
support -- no more updates -- by 2018. Why should
you or shouldn’t you upgrade and what are your
options? How to check your computer’s
compatibility? How to obtain and download this
free upgrade? All these questions and more will be
answered in this two-hour “how to” demonstration.
FREE BEGINNER
SMARTPHONE CLASS
•
•
•
•
Topics for the month of January are:
Questions and Answers about Computers will be
held on January 5.
Advertising Blocking Techniques will be held on
January 12.
Windows 10 Update will be held on January 19.
Chromebook Demonstration will be held on January
26.
For additional information, contact Jacqueline Marazzi
at 760.650.9290 or Randy Crumpler at 760.940.4253.
You can also email us at [email protected]
or visit our websites at vistacomputerservice.com or
securepc.org.
For beginning Android and/or
iPhone users
No prior experience necessary
Informal discussion
Bring all your questions
Held on Friday, Jan. 15th from 10:00 a.m. to noon in the
Jasmine Room by Allen Farberov, a customer
development analyst for GreatCall Inc.
Mario Miniverni
The spirit of Christmas at the Gloria McClellan Center.
We wish to extend our sympathy,
support and heartfelt condolences.
Helping Veterans One
Day at a Time
Veteran’s Advocacy Associates
(VAA) specializes in educating you
on the VA’s Aid and Attendance
Benefit program. We provide
professional consultation to
personally assess your particular
situation to determine your
eligibility for benefits.
Peter Willis, San Diego County
Community Liaison, will be here the
third Wednesday of each month
from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the
Park Terrace Lobby.
Free Financial
Consultation
John O'Reilly, president of
O'Reilly Wealth Advisors, will
have office hours at the Gloria
McClellan Center on
Wednesday, Jan. 27th from 911:00 a.m. Call the Center at
760-639-6162 for your free
appointment with John.
Vista Senior Voice
Activities, Social and Health Services, and Programs
AARP Smart Driver Initial Course
Seniors 55+, mature refresher driving course qualifies seniors for
discounts on their auto insurance.
Location:
Jasmine Room
Time:
12:30 – 5:00pm
Days:
Feb. 22 and 24
June 27 and 29
Oct. 24 and 26
Provider:
AARP-sign up in the office or call (760) 639-6160.
Reservations taken during the month of the
class.
Cost:
$15–AARP Members; $20–Non-AARP Members
(checks only-payable to AARP)
AARP Smart Driver Renewal Course
Seniors 55+, mature refresher driving course qualifies seniors for
discounts on their auto insurance. Must have taken either the initial
or renewal course in the past 48 months.
Location:
Jasmine Room
Time:
12:30 – 5:30pm
Days:
April 25, Aug. 29, and Dec. 7
Provider:
AARP-sign up in the office or call (760) 639-6160.
Reservations taken during the month of the
class.
Cost:
$15–AARP Members; $20–Non-AARP Members
(checks only-payable to AARP)
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Support Group for those whose lives are impacted by Alzheimer’s
disease including family members and friends.
Location:
Conference Room
Time:
3:00 – 4:00pm
Days:
3rd Tuesday
Provider:
Alzheimer’s Association of San Diego
Cost:
Free
Contact:
858.996.3306
Angel’s Depot Food Boxes
For seniors 60+ and those with disabilities 55+; low income Vista
residents.
Location:
Park Terrace Lobby – by application only
Days:
Monthly 20 pound box of nonperishable food –
the Wednesday following the second Monday
Contact:
Angel’s Depot – (760) 599-7093
NOTE: To qualify for a food box, you must be a Vista resident, be
over 60 years of age, or 55 years with a disability and your income
cannot exceed $1,100 per month.
Audiologist (Hearing Screenings)
Seniors 55+, licensed audiologist provides hearing screenings.
Location:
Conference Room
Time:
2:00 – 4:00pm
Days:
2nd Wednesday (subject to change)
Provider:
Greg Hall-sign up in the office!
Cost:
No charge
Bingo for Prizes
Seniors, 60+, play a fun game of Bingo – Free!
Location:
Park Terrace Café
Time:
11:15am - 12:00pm
Days:
Second, Third, Fourth Tuesday
Contact:
760-639-6162
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Cost:
No charge. However, in order to play bingo you
must be registered for lunch that day!
Birthday & Anniversary Celebration
Sign up on the clipboards in the lobby! Cake and gifts!
Location:
Park Terrace Café
Time:
11:45am
Days:
Last Friday of the month
Bocce Ball
Seniors, learn how to play Bocce Ball!
Location:
Brengle Terrace Park, Bocce Ball
Courts
Time:
1:00 - 3:00pm
Days:
Tuesdays
Coordinator:
Jeanne Wilson c/o 760-643-2828
Cost:
No charge.
Bridge (Contract) for Prizes
Seniors 55+, social bridge group-bring a friend!
Location:
Jasmine Room
Time:
12:30-4:00pm
Days:
Thursdays
Coordinator:
Ken Gilbert (760) 936-1386
Cost:
Free
Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced
Bridge (Duplicate)
Seniors 55+, duplicate bridge group.
Location:
Azalea Room
Time:
12:30-4:00pm
Days:
Wednesdays
Provider:
Vista Duplicate Bridge Club
Contact:
Ron
Cost:
$11 punch card
Computer Lab
Lab open to surf the net, check emails, & have computer fun!
Location:
Computer Lab
Time:
10:00am to 3:30pm
Days:
Monday thru Friday
Coordinator:
Maureen Cooper
Cost:
No charge (print charges are 25¢ per page)
Financial Planning Consultation
Seniors 50+, complete important work required to put your financial
plan into place.
Location:
Conference Room
Time:
9:00am to 11:00am (by appointment)
Days:
Call 760-639-6162
Coordinator:
John O’Reilly
Cost:
Free
(Vista) Garden Club
Open to the public – all adults.
Location:
Azalea Room
Time:
12:00am-3:00pm
Days:
1st Friday (except May, July, August,
and November – no meeting)
Provider:
Vista Garden Club
Contact:
Bob Sangster (760) 536-9404
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Gloria McClellan Center
Health Insurance Counseling Advocacy Program (HICAP)
Seniors 60+, trained counselors help with medical bills, insurance
questions, and HMO assistance.
Location:
Conference Room
Time:
9:15am to 12:15pm
Days:
1st and 3rd Wednesday
(call 1-800-434-0222 for appointment).
Cost:
No charge
Nutrition Education/Individual Dietary Planning
Seniors 60+, individual nutrition planning, one hour appointments.
Location:
Conference Room
Days:
3rd Thursday
Time:
9:30-11:30am
Contact:
Courtney Staruch, Tri-City Dietician
Call 760-639-6162 for appointment.
Cost:
FREE
Home-Delivered Meals
Seniors, 60+, Vista residents, nutritious meals delivered to qualified
home-bound seniors.
Location:
Delivered to home
Days:
Monday-Friday
Contact:
(760) 639-6162
Cost:
Suggested contribution - $4.50/meal
Nutrition Program Transportation
Seniors 60+ Vista residents, transportation to and from lunch
program.
Location:
Door-to-door service
Days:
Monday-Friday
Contact:
760-639-6160; call one day prior
Cost:
Suggested contribution is $1.00 roundtrip.
Interfaith Senior Services
Interfaith Senior Services’ (formerly known as Project C.A.R.E.) free
program includes Postal Alert, Gatekeeper, “How Are You?”, Vial of
Life, Minor Home Repairs, Home Safety Checks, Safe Return, and
You Are Not Alone.
Location:
Interfaith Senior Services Office
Contact:
Nadine Kaina (760) 941-0140
Knitting Circle
Seniors 50+, beginning to advanced – all knitters and crochetiers
welcome!
Location:
Lobby Area/Jasmine Room
Time:
10:00am to 12 noon
Days:
Wednesday and Friday
Cost:
No charge, free yarn and needles (if
available) or bring your own projects.
Legal Assistance
Seniors 60+, in need of legal advice.
Location:
Conference Room
Time:
10:00am to 3:00pm
Days:
Second Thursday
Contact:
(760) 439-2535 for appointment
Cost:
No charge
Memory Lane with Maia
Take a walk down memory lane!
Location:
Park Terrace Café
Time:
11:30 am
Days:
Second Thursday
Contact:
Maia Hodge
Monthly Movie
Seniors 50+, free movie, free snacks
and drinks!!!!
Location:
Azalea Room
Time:
1:00-3:45pm
Days:
Last Friday
Cost:
Free
Featuring the movie “McFarland USA.” Jim White, a school football
coach at odds with the system and players, takes a job as an
assistant football coach at McFarland. White finds the potential for
cross-country in few students at the school. He gets interested in
building up a cross-country team, but has to adjust his ways to suit
the system. White and his team overcome poverty and personal
turmoil, and get to the pinnacle of success. Closed captioned for
the hearing impaired.
OASIS
Seniors 50+. A non-profit organization offering classes for adults 50
years and older. Join us for a wide range of computer classes
(catalogs are available in the administration office).
Location:
Varies
Days:
Various; see monthly OASIS section for
class dates and times.
Contact:
OASIS (760) 796-6020
Cost:
Varies by class; $10.00 processing fee.
Out & About Transportation
Seniors 60+ Vista residents, provides daily bus shuttle service for
errands and medical appointments; also provides mileage
reimbursement for volunteer drivers when seniors are transported
in privately-owned vehicles.
Location:
Door-to-door service
Days:
Monday-Friday; Saturday special events
Contact:
(760) 639-6161; call 24 hours prior
Cost:
$3/shuttle bus; $5/volunteer driver for out of
town trips ($10.00 for trips greater than 50
miles); mileage reimbursed to volunteer drivers.
Taxi Scrip is also available for Out & About
participants. See page 7 for details.
Painting Club
Seniors, 50+, ongoing…express your creativity!
Location:
Jasmine Room
Days:
Wednesdays (2nd Wednesday – Palm Game
Room)
Time:
9:00am – 12 noon
Cost:
Free
Contact:
760-639-6160
Note: For this club, you must provide your own
materials. A list will be given to you upon registration.
Parkinson’s Support Group
Support Group for those whose lives are impacted by Parkinson’s
disease including the Parkinsonian’s, family members, and friends.
Location:
Azalea Room
Time:
10:00am-12:00pm
Days:
2nd Wednesday
Held by:
North County Parkinson Group
Contact:
For info call Paul Dawson at (760) 497-1200
Vista Senior Voice
Pinochle
Seniors 50+, bring your friends!
Location:
Lobby Area
Time:
12:30-3:30pm
Days:
Tuesdays
Cost:
No charge
Contact:
Betty at 760-712-8176
Popcorn!
Free popcorn for everyone!
Location:
Park Terrace Café
Time:
11:00am – 12noon
Days:
Fridays (unless we’re having a buffet)
Cost:
Free
Positively Fit Class
Seniors 50+, focus on balance and flexibility; helps participants
prevent falls.
Location:
Azalea Room
Instructor:
Carol Hydrusko
Days:
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Cost:
Resident: $33/month
Non Resident: $39/month register in the
administration office.
Advanced Class 9:30 – 10:20 a.m.
Beginning Class10:30 – 11:20 a.m.
Quilting Group
Join us for quilting and friendship with like interests. Bring your own
projects; beginners are welcome.
Location:
Park Terrace Café
Time:
1:00-4:00pm
Days:
1st and 3rd Wednesday
Contact:
Donna Gilger 760.598.6957
Senior Commission Meeting
Open to the public, advises and discusses issues that affect seniors in
the community.
Location:
Conference Room
Time:
1:30-3:00pm
Days:
4th Wednesday (January, March, May,
July, September and November)
Senior Nutrition Advisory Committee
Nutrition Advisory Committee meeting. All are welcome!
Location:
Conference Room
Time:
1:00-2:30pm
Days:
3rd Wednesday (January, March, May,
July, September and November)
Senior Nutrition Program
Seniors 60+, nutritious meals, entertainment and fellowship.
Location:
Park Terrace Café
Time:
12:00pm
Days:
Monday-Friday
Contact:
(760) 724-3362 – Reservations must be received
by 1:00pm one day prior
Cost:
Suggested contribution $4.00/meal
($6.00 charge for less than 60 years old.)
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Sewing Group
Come join us – sew independently!
Location:
Park Terrace Café
Time:
1:00-4:00pm
Days:
2nd and 4th Wednesday
Contact:
[email protected] or call (760) 643-5281
Spanish Club
Seniors 55+, ongoing, to practice conversational Spanish. No
beginners. Intermediate to advanced skill only.
Location:
Conference Room (except 1st Tuesday –
Palm Game Room)
Time:
10:00am – 12:00pm
Days:
Tuesdays
Instructor:
Carol Fiero 760.942.2304
Cost:
Free
Sunset Strummers
A group of seniors having fun, singing, and strumming along!
Location:
Jasmine Room
Time:
8:00-8:30 (Beginning Recorder, Tin Whistle,
Kazoo or Autoharp Class – call for specific class information) 8:30–
10:00am (Beginning Ukulele Class)
10:00-12 noon (Intermediate/Performing)
Days:
Mondays and Thursdays
Contact:
Eleanor Nedjar: (760) 458-9322
NOTE: In January, the Strummers will only meet on Jan. 14, 21, 25,
and 28
Tax Assistance
Sponsored by AARP (Feb. 2 thru April 15 only)
Location:
Orchid Room
Time:
9:00am to 2:00pm
Days:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Contact:
(760) 643-5290 beginning Jan. 25
Toe Tappers
Senior tap dancing group practice.
Location:
Park Terrace Café Stage
Time:
8:30 – 10:00am
Days:
Monday and Thursday
Contact:
Fran (760) 845-5705 (www.toetappers.org)
Tri City Computer Club
Seniors 50+, personal computer user group meeting and
presentations.
Location:
Jasmine Room (Palm Game Room – (4th Tuesday
in Jan, May, Sept)
Time:
1:00 – 3:00pm
Days:
Tuesday (except 5th Tuesday)
Contact:
President Randy Crumpler 760-940-4253
Fee:
Free
Veteran’s Advocacy Associates
VA’s aid and attendance benefit program.
Location:
Lobby Area
Time:
11:00am – 12:00pm
Days:
3rd Wednesday
Contact:
Peter Willis
GLORIA McCLELLAN ADULT
ACTIVITY AND RESOURCE CENTER
The Gloria McClellan Center, located in beautiful Brengle Terrace Park in Vista, California,
offers one-stop shopping for area seniors. The multipurpose center is the ‘Main Entrance’
to a wonderful array of services, classes, resources and activities.
The mission of the center is to promote the physical, emotional and social well-being of
older adults and to involve them in all aspects of community life. The gift of longer life
means more time to travel, learn, try out new careers and give something back to the
community. Living longer can sometimes lead to greater need and vulnerability in later
years. The center is a valuable resource to access and address all of these issues.
“It is never too late to be what
you might have been.”
Gloria McClellan Center
1400 Vale Terrace Drive
Vista, CA 92084