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It is possible at any age to discover a lifelong desire you never knew you had. ~Robert Brault
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| July Bus Trips |
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Join our outing to hit the summer sales, grab a bite to eat and leave the driving to us!
Bring a dish to share & participate in a potluck lunch or dine on your own at a restaurant in the park. Free museums include SD Art Institute, Mingei Int'l Museum, SD Museum of Art, SD Museum of Man, Japanese Friendship Garden, Timken Museum of Art.
Free for baby boomers 62 and over with Photo ID. Enjoy free Stretch Run Admission & reserved seat, & free official program.
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2009 Flu Shot Clinic
Thanks to everyone who has already signed up for our annual Flu Shot Clinic scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2009 from 9 am to 3 pm. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes (no appointments between noon and 12:30). There's still time to book your appointment! Register now by email or call 858-792-7565. Note: The 9 and 10 a.m. slots are already filled.
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| Be Water-Wise |
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| Gardening Symposium
9-11 am
St. Peter's Church
334 14th St.
Learn ways to cut water usage in the garden. Featuring Stuart M. Spaulding, CLIA, Lawrence O'Leary and Linda Chisari. Light refreshments will be served. |
| Let DMCC Recycle Your Printer Cartridges |
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| Cartridges = $$$ for DMCC
When you change out your used computer printer cartridges, why not drop off the empty cartridge to DMCC? We receive money for each recycled cartridge which helps defray our costs in other areas. It's a great way to make a donation in this challenging economy! | Del Mar Community Connections is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Neighbors helping neighbors to create a web of safety, service and support. |
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| Think Faster; focus better; remember more |
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 Brain Fitness
DMCC will be introducing a Brain Fitness computer-based program scientifically proven to improve memory, speed up thinking, and sharpen focus. Curious? Call the office at 858-792-7565 to find out more or add your name to the interest list! |
| Making the "Shift" |
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| 10 Ways to Be Happier
Lonely? Frustrated? Sad? Here are ten ways, taken from Dr. Kalina's Senior Health Forum, to make the shift to become happy, connected and peaceful:
 1. Sing a song (or listen to one) 2. Go for a walk 3. Call a friend 4. Do some Tai Chi or Chi Gong 5. Meditate or pray or deep breath 6. Be in nature 7. Laugh 8. Exercise, stretch or do yoga 9. Connect with people 10. Make an appointment with your doctor Join Dr. Kalina as he facilitates Senior Health Forum discussions each Tuesday from 10 - 11:30 a.m. in the Del Mar TV Studios. Topics change weekly with occassional special guests to demonstrate and involve participants. Visit Dr. Kalina's blog. |
| Don't Dump Dollars into the Doughnut Hole! |
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Learn How to Save on Prescription Drug Cost
If Medicare helps pay for your prescription drugs, you may wonder whether you'll fall into the Part D doughnut hole-the coverage gap in which you pay full price for your medicines.
AARP's online Doughnut Hole Calculator does the math and tells you. It also offers suggestions for reducing your costs so you can postpone hitting the gap or even avoid it entirely. It may save you money!
What You Do:
Go to www.aarp.org/doughnutholeType in your zip code
Select your Part D plan
List the medications you take routinely
The calculator works with all Part D plans and does not promote any particular plan. It doesn't require that you switch plans to save money. It's quick-only takes about 15 minutes! You don't even have to register! It's anonymous-you don't have to give your name or Medicare number and the privacy of your information is protected! |
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Regular Activities |
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Unless noted otherwise, call DMCC at 858-792-7565 for more information on any of the following activities.
Mondays
Senior Fitness Classes by San Dieguito Adult Ed
9-10 a.m. M/W/F
New session starts June 23 at San Dieguito High School Academy, 800 Rancho Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas. Register by phone 760-753-7073 ext. 3 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee: $15.
Computer Tutoring for Seniors
9 -11:30 a.m.
Free! In Partnership with Casa di Amistad and the Solana Beach Senior Center, DMCC offers FREE computer tutoring plus use of Web Adapt technology for those with vision challenges. 120 Stevens Ave., SB, Computer Lab, Room 108.
Tai Chi by the Sea
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
June 29 - July 27 at La Colonia Park, 715 Valley St, Solana Beach. Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee: $36.
Warm Water Aerobics Class for Del Mar Seniors
12 Noon to 1 p.m.
Noonan Family Swim School, Jimmy Durante Blvd. Fee: $6/class or $30 for 6 classes. Register in class.
Tuesdays Senior Fitness Classes by San Dieguito Adult Ed -
8 - 9:30 a.m. T/Th
New session starts June 29 at La Colonia Park, 715 Valley St, Solana Beach. Register by phone 760-753-7073 ext. 3 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee: $15.
Senior Health Forum
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Join Dr. Kalina for his popular interactive discussions designed to empower participants to experience a higher level of health and well-being. New topic weekly. Del Mar TV Studio, 240 Tenth St. Free; donations welcome.
Seasoned Readers Book Club
July,28 - 2 p.m.
Meets the last Tuesday of every month at the Del Mar Library to discuss the selected book (see book list at www.dmcc.cc). Contact Joanne Sharp to sign up at 858-755-0555, or email djsharp@roadrunner.com.
Singing Together is on hiatus until September.
Wednesdays
Senior Fitness Classes by San Dieguito Adult Ed
9-10 a.m. M/W/F
See Monday description for details.
Grocery Shopping Shuttle Bus
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
DMCC shuttle bus provides pick-up at City of Del Mar residents' homes and takes them alternately to either Henry's in Solana Beach or Trader Joe's in Encinitas. Our bus hosts assist riders loading and unloading their purchases. Suggested donation: $5. Call DMCC 24 hours in advance to arrange pick up.
Mah Jongg Games
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free! No partner necessary. Upstairs in the Powerhouse Community Center. For more information, call June Strasberg 858-755-4680.
Bridge
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free! No partner necessary. Downstairs in the Powerhouse Community Center. For more information, call DMCC office.
Thursdays
Senior Fitness Classes by San Dieguito Adult Ed
8 - 9:30 a.m. T/Th
See Tuesday description for details
Grocery Shopping Shuttle Bus
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
DMCC shuttle bus provides pick-up at City of Del Mar residents' homes and takes them to Vons on Mango and Ralph's Shopping Center in DM Highlands. Our bus hosts assist riders loading and unloading their purchase. Suggested donation $5. Call DMCC 24 hours in advance to arrange pick up.
Knit and Stitch - July 2, (First Thursday of each month) 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Free! Bring your own project and share an idea. At the Del Mar City Library. For details, call Regina Horner at 858-755-1931.
Fridays
Senior Fitness Classes by San Dieguito Adult Ed
9-10 a.m. M/W/F
See Monday description for details.
Silver Age Yoga for Seniors
10 - 11 a.m.
With chairs or on the floor. Chairs provided; bring your own yoga mat for floor work. Teacher trained and certified by Silver Age Yoga. At St. Peter's Parish Hall.
Senior Legal Services - July 31, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Free! For seniors 60 and older in the 92014 zip code area. Attorney provides advanced healthcare directive, power of attorney, wills, referrals and more. Must call DMCC office for an appointment and to confirm date. |
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Ongoing DMCC Services |
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Unless noted otherwise, call DMCC at 858-792-7565 for more information on any of the following activities.
Telephone Reassurance Program provides a daily check-up call to make sure that you answer your phone at a designated time or remind you to take your medication. Unanswered calls trigger a follow-up response by DMCC personnel to make sure you are okay.
Rides to Medical Appointments: DMCC volunteers, using their own cars, drive City of Del Mar residents to medical appointments. Call a week in advance to reserve a ride.
Dial-A-Ride Taxi Vouchers for seniors over age 62 and residents with special needs who live in the City of Del Mar are available through DMCC.
Care Management Consultation Services help older people and their families develop solutions to the challenges of aging such as future long-term care needs and arrangements for in-home care. Darcy Mulholland, MSW, is available to meet with you and make recommendations to help you live safely at home.
Medicare question? A HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) counselor is available at the DMCC office the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 9am to 12 noon. If you need help with your prescription drug plans, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare supplement insurance, long term care insurance, or health claim appeals, call HICAP for a free appointment: 1-800-434-0222.
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| First Footprints on the Moon |
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 Where Were You When Man First Walked on the Moon?
July 20th marks 40 years since Apollo 11's lunar landing. Visit the Nasa website to view amazing videos and images from that astral voyage. Share your memories with DMCC about where you were when man first walked on the moon and we'll publish them in a future article. | |
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