Del Mar Community Connections
PO Box 2947    Del Mar, CA 92014    858-792-7565    www.dmcc.cc 
Newsletter                                                 August 2009
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Thought du Jour
Out & About on the Bus
Puzzled?
2009 Flu Shot Clinic
Brain Fitness
Regular Activities
Free DTV Installation
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Middle age is when your age starts to show around your middle.  ~Bob Hope

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August Bus Trips
Call the office at 858-792-7565 to sign up by phone.  $5 suggested donation per trip.
 
Tue, 8/11  9:30 am-2:30 pm Free Museum Day @ Balboa Park - Bring  a lunch or dine on your own at a restaurant in the park.  Free museums include Photographic Arts, San Diego History, Veteran's Museum & Memorial, Timken Museum of Art.
 
Sat, 8/15  Noon - 3 pm (approx) Movie Saturday - "Julie & Julia" starring Meryl Streep as Julia Child.  Two women learn that anything is possible with the right combination of passion, fearlessness and butter.
 
Sat, 8/22  8:45 am to 12 noon Summerfest Open Rehearsal, LJ -Vivaldi:  Concerto for Four Violins
 
Sun, 8/30  12:30 pm - 5 pm - Summer Pops Concert, Escondido Tickets: $12
 
Mon, 8/31  10 am - 1 pm - Shopping trip to Target, Encinitas
Brain Healthy Tip: 
Stay Mentally Active 
Activities that are mentally stimulating strengthen brain cells & the connections between them and may even create new nerve cells.  Puzzles can be a fun way to stimulate your brain.  Click here to access a variety of online puzzles.
Register Now! 
2009 Flu Shot Clinic
Thanks to everyone who has already signed up for our annual Flu Shot Clinic  scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2009.    Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes (no appointments between noon and 12:30) from 9 am to 3 pm.  There's still time to book your appointment!  Register now by email or call 858-792-7565.
Note:  The 9, 9:15, 9:30, 10 and 11 a.m. slots are already filled.
Maintain Your Brain!

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Think Faster; Focus Better; Remember More  
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 add your name to the interest list!  

Ongoing DMCC Services 

Unless noted otherwise, call DMCC at 858-792-7565 for more information on any of the following activities.  
 
Are You Okay? Program provides a daily check-up call to make sure that you answer your phone at a designated time.  Unanswered calls trigger a follow-up response by DMCC personnel to make sure you are okay.  
 
Medication Reminder Calls can be especially helpful after returning home from the hospital to remind you to take your important medications. 
 
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. 
 
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.   
 
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. 

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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Fundraising Progress Report 
Fundraising ThermometerWe're Almost Halfway to Meeting our Goal!  
 
Thanks to you, our treasured friends and supporters, we have raised nearly $18,000 so far during our annual fundraising campaign to help sustain our programs and services. Our goal is to raise $40,000 in 2009. 
  
We know that there are many organizations who are equally deserving of your support which makes us especially grateful that you see value in what DMCC does, particularly in today's economically challenging times.

It's never too late to make a donation! Send your check to DMCC, PO Box 2947, Del Mar, CA 92014 or donate online at www.dmcc.cc by clicking the "Donate Now" button.

If you've got more time than money, we always appreciate the donation of time from our volunteers!  Contact us online or by phone to see what volunteer opportunities await you!
Questions About Medicare? 
See a HICAP Counselor
HICAP, the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, is available at DMCC twice a month to help you with questions related to your Medicare coverage.  HICAP counselors also can help clarify how benefits are coordinated for any of you who have both Medicare and Medi-Cal.  HICAP is the only program approved by Medicare and the State to assist beneficiaries with questions about your prescription drug coverage (including assistance with drug costs) and health care options in San Diego County, your rights as Medicare beneficiaries, and possible appeals of services or claims that have been denied by your plan.  As part of the nationwide State Health Insurance Assistance network, HICAP does not sell, endorse or recommend any insurance or health care product.  Call 1-800-434-0222 for a free appointment with a HICAP counselor at DMCC.
By Request:  Del Mar's Famous Lemon Cake 
History & Recipe
We had so many requests at the City's 50th Anniversay picnic for the Lemon Cake recipe that we decided to put it in the newsletter, along with the history behind it, as shared by Marti Kaye.
 
For approximately 10 years during the 1960s, the Civic Association hosted a beach party which was held on the first weekend after the end of racing season.  The party was a day full of games on the beach - sack races and sand castles, swimming events and volleyball.  In the late afternoon, an immense BBQ was fired up, and a long table was laid out with salads and a cake popular at that time called the Lemon Jell-O Cake that was made year after year.  Everyone knew that cake and it became known as Del Mar Cake.  
 
The Kaye and Silber families lovingly remember it as The John Silber Cake.  This cake just never dries out.  John ran for City Council in 1970.  Marti Kaye baked this cake for his first coffee.  At the end of the evening, there was quite a bit left, so Marti wrapped it up, stuck it in the freezer and pulled it out for subsequent coffees.  This cake lasted the entire campaign; it was kind of like the loaves and fishes - there always seemed to be enough cake to feed whoever showed up!
 
Picture of Lemon Jello CakeDel Mar's Famous Lemon Cake:
1 - 3 oz pkg lemon Jell-O
1 pkg yellow cake mix with pudding
3/4 C water
4 eggs
3/4 C oil
 
Glaze:
2 lemons - juice and zest     1 C powdered sugar, sifted
 
Heat oven to 350 degrees.  Mix all but Glaze ingredients together and pour into a greased and floured bundt or 9x13" pan.  Bake for 35 minutes. While the cake is baking, grate the rind from the lemons and juice them.  Mix the juice and zest with the powdered sugar.  When cake is removed from the oven, pierce all over with a long-tined fork.  Pour the lemon sugar glaze over the hot cake and try not to eat it until it cools.  Bon appetit!
 
This recipe is one of many that can be found in the Del Mar Recipes and Recollections Cookbook available at DMCC for a suggested donation of $15.

Regular Activities

Unless noted otherwise, call DMCC at 858-792-7565 for more information on any of the following activities.
 
Mondays
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
New classes starting in September (schedule unavailable at time of print).  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
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New sessions starting in September (schedule unavailable at time of print).  Register by phone 760-753-7073 ext. 3 or online at www.sdadulted.comFee:  $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
August 31 - 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
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 - August 6, (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 
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 - August 28, 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.
Having Trouble with your new DTV converter box? 
Free DTV Installation 
Apollo Industries will send a technician to your home free of charge!  Call 1-800-504-5677  or email ApolloTV@gmail.com and a technician will return your call within 24 hours and set an appointment to diagnose and service your DTV converter box.  This is a free service to the public.  No gimmicks, no charge.  Call Apollo Industries and get connected!