MARCH

Wednesday, March 5
The many choices in Health Plans available for those who have MEDICARE and MEDICAL. This talk will cover many types of plans now available in California and how each plan can best fit with one’s particular needs as well as many prescription drug plans and how to select the best. Janice Gough of Gough Insurance & Financial Services will discuss all these plus the time periods which the Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services will allow you to switch plans. Room 5, 10:30am.

Wednesday, March 12
“A New Spin on Reverse Mortgages - Gaining Financial Freedom.” After this presentation you will feel comfortable about what could become a stressful process for some. Learn the ins and outs of Reverse Mortgages and other financial Real Estate options that may better suit your needs. This presentation can set you free - you won’t want to miss it! Gemma Naghipour of Bay Area Properties, Realty & Finance, Inc. is the speaker. 1pm, room 5.

Thursday, March 13
Road to Healthy Aging: Fall Prevention and Polypharmacy (use of multiple medications). Every year, more than one in three people over 65 years will fall. Did you know that most falls can be prevented? Come to this seminar and learn to recognize the consequences of a fall. Discover whether you are at risk; and learn strategies to reduce your risk of falls. One way to prevent falls is proper medication management. Learn to read prescription labels and discover tips to better manage your medication. Bring your current medications to create or update your list of medications. Yvonne K. Chan, RN, MSN(c), PHN, is the facilitator. 10am, room 5.
 

Monday, March 17
Corned Beef & Cabbage
Carrots & Potatoes
Irish Soda bread
Green Dessert
 

 Thursday, March 27
Concepcion Rael, President of the Golden Gate Bay Chapter, Philippine Scouts Heritage Society will speak about “Preserving the History & Legacy of the Philippine Scouts.” Included will be background on World War II, 1942-Bataan, Origins and Early History, as well as a display of posters and memorabilia. 10:30am, room 5.



APRIL

Wednesday, April 2
SR Alliance (Service and Respect for Seniors), a local resource serving the San Francisco Bay Area is doing a panel of educational presentation covering case management, home safety services, senior financial services, senior specialty realtor, and quality caregivers. Join us at 1pm in room 5.

Tuesday, April 15
Have you ever tried laughing in order to reduce stress? In honor of National Humor Month, Bev Bender, a Bay Area Laughing Guru, will scratch your funny bones and remind everyone the importance of laughing when it comes to STRESS. Be a sport, come and join us. 1pm, room 5.
 

Passover
Monday, April 21
Matzo Ball Soup
Roast Chicken w/Matzo Stuffing
Apple Kugel
Peas & Carrots
Dessert

Tuesday, April 22
Casey Kho, Outreach Specialist from the California Telephone Access Program will present information/demonstration about the no-cost program to qualified residents who have difficulty with seeing, hearing, moving, speaking, or remembering - making it difficult to see the standard telephone. 1pm, room 5.



MAY

CELEBRATING
OLDER AMERICANS MONTH


Thursday, May 1
Lei Day. May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii and at Doelger Senior Center. It’s a day of color, celebration, flowers, and aloha. Eighty years ago today, the first Lei Day was held in Honolulu and it has been celebrated since. Join us at 11:15 for a fun celebration and lunch in the Café.

Thursday, May 8
Road to Healthy Aging: Fall Prevention and Polypharmacy (use of multiple medications). Every year, more than one in three people over 65 years will fall. Did you know that most falls can be prevented? Come to this seminar and learn to recognize the consequences of a fall. Discover whether you are at risk, and learn strategies to reduce your risk of falls. One way to prevent falls is proper medication management. Learn to read prescription labels and discover tips to better manage your medication. Bring your current medications to create or update your list of medications. Yvonne K. Chan, RN, MSN(c), PHN, is the facilitator. 10am, room 5.
 

Friday, May 9
Mothers’ Day Fashion Show Luncheon. A special show dedicated to all ladies and mothers. Presented by Valerie Nagle’s Sewing class. Café Doelger, starting at 11:15am.

Wednesday, May 14
Maximizing Your Memory. A presentation on the differences between normal memory loss and dementia. It also includes learning tips and strategies for improving memory. Interactive, informative, and fun! Presented by the Alzheimer’s Assn. 1pm, room 5.

Thursday, May 15
Doug Meckelson, nationally known author and founder of the Elder Wisdom Circle will present “Empower Yourself and Transform Others by Sharing Your Wisdom.” As we get older, do we become wiser? How do you feel about your place as an elder in this society? In this culture, elder’s opinion and advice are not often valued. Why? Find out today at 10am, room 5.

Wednesday, May 21
Understanding Reverse Mortgages. Steve Mason, a reverse mortgage specialist, conducting classes at Doelger since 2002, will conduct a free informational seminar on reverse mortgages. Learn about this special program which allows homeowners 62+ to eliminate their monthly mortgage payment and convert part of their equity into cash, income, or a line-of-credit. Also, learn about the new jumbo and fixed rate reverse mortgages. 1pm, room 5.


Monday, May 26  (observed)




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