Del Mar Community Connections

February 2011
THANKS TO YOU,
WE DID IT!
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DMCC Met the $10,000 Community Fundraising Challenge!

At our fundraiser BBQ, an anonymous donor offered $10,000 toward the purchase of our new In-Home Connections program vehicle if it was matched by another $10,000 from the community. 
 

Thanks to you, our generous supporters, we met the challenge!
 

The monies raised will go towards a new van. While we met the challenge, we still have a ways to go in order to purchase the van.  If you'd like to donate, please mail your contributions to:  DMCC, PO Box 2947, Del Mar, CA 92014 or visit www.dmcc.cc and click the "DONATE" button at the bottom of the homepage to pay online using your credit card.

brain fitness fall 2010Ongoing Activities 
Unless noted otherwise, call DMCC at 858-792-7565 for more information on any of the following activities.  Donations are always welcome.
 

Mondays

Computer Tutoring for Seniors

9 -11:30 a.m.

Free!  Whether you are new to computing or just want to brush up on your skills, please drop by! In Partnership with Casa di Amistad and the Solana Beach Senior Center, DMCC offers 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 - 11 a.m.

Improve your physical and mental balance, coordination and fitness next to the soothing ocean waves. Powerhouse Community Center. Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee.


Warm Water Aerobics Class

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

Active Older Adult Fitness Classes

T/Th - 8, 9 or 10 a.m. (10 am class is Low Impact Chair Fitness) 

Sessions held at the Powerhouse Community Center.  Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee.

 

Medicare Counseling Clinic

9 - Noon on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of  the Month

Personal appointments with a HICAP* counselor to discuss Medicare, Long Term Care or Supplemental Insurance, Medi-Gap and prescription drug programs. Appointments are scheduled by HICAP and held in the DMCC back office on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 9 am to Noon. Call (800) 434-0222 to schedule an appointment.
*Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program
 

Senior Health Forum

9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 2nd & 4th Tuesdays each Month 
Join Dr. Kalina for his popular interactive discussions designed to empower participants to experience a higher level of health and well-being. New topic each time.  Del Mar TV Studio, 240 Tenth St.  Free.

 

Brain Fitness Computer Program

T/W/Th; 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.

New series beginning March 1!

A 40-hour computer-based program developed by Posit Science scientifically proven to improve memory, speed 
up thinking and sharpen focus. No previous computer experience is required. The DMCC Brain Fitness Program is funded by a grant from the office of San Diego County Supervisor Pam Slater-Price and is offered in partnership with The Del Mar Foundation and Briggs & Briggs LLC.  Call DMCC office to be placed on the waiting list. 1104 Camino del Mar, Suite 105.
  

Seasoned Readers Book Club

Febuary 22, 2 p.m.

Meets the last Tuesday of every month at the Del Mar Library, 1309 Camino del Mar, to discuss the month's selection:  Empire Falls by Richard Russo. Contact Joanne Sharp to sign up at 858-755-0555, or email [email protected].
 Singing Together 2010

Singing Together

Tuesday, February 15,
 

3 - 4:30 p.m.

Tune up those vocal chords and join friends in song.  Newcomers always welcome!  Song sheets & piano accompaniment provided. Chisari residence; 1010 Crest Rd.

 

Wednesdays

Grocery Shopping Shuttle
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

 
DMCC shuttle 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.  We assist riders loading and unloading their purchases.  Suggested donation:  $5.  Call DMCC 24 hours in advance to arrange pick up.  

 

Mah Jongg Games

10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Free!  No partner necessary.  Upstairs in the Powerhouse Community Center.  We're always looking for new players!  For more information, call June Strasberg 858-755-4680.


 mahjong games

Bridge

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Free!  No partner necessary.  Downstairs in the Powerhouse Community Center.  For more information, call DMCC office.

 

Brain Fitness Computer Program
T/W/Th;  11:30 or 1

 
See Tuesday description for details.

 

Thursdays

Active Older Adult Fitness Classes

T/Th - 8, 9 or 10 a.m.  
 
See Tuesday description for details.
 

Grocery Shopping Shuttle

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
DMCC shuttle 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.  We assist riders loading and unloading their purchase.  Suggested donation $5.  Call DMCC 24 hours in advance to arrange pick up.  

  

mai lon gittelsohnWriting Your Life Story with Mai Lon Gittelsohn 

9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

If you want to share family stories with loved ones, but don't know where to start - this is the class for you.  Students write together in class and share their work with each other. Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee.   

 

 Brain Fitness Computer Program
T/W/Th;  11:30 or 1
 
See Tuesday description for details

 

Knit and Stitch - February 3

3 - 4:30 p.m.

Free!  First Thursday of each month.  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. Silver Age Yoga is funded in part by the Del Mar Foundation.

 

Senior Legal Services - February 25

8:30 a.m. - 11 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.  Last Firday of each month.  Please call ElderLaw for an appointment and to confirm date:  858-565-1392 x208.

North County Senior Dance

Dancing COuple

"For the Love of Music" 

featuring

Cradit Union Band

Weds, February 9 

1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Belmont Village

3535 Manchester

Cardiff

$3

In This Issue
Community Fundraising Challenge
Ongoing Activities
Senior Dance
Surprising Phrases
The Lunch Club
ROMEO Men's Lunch Group
Are You Ready, DM?
In-Home Connections
Message
Message

Paraprosdokian of the Month 

 

Whenever I fill out an application, in the part that says "In an emergency, notify:" I put "DOCTOR".
The Lunch Club (TLC)
Lori Ritman and Carol German
Monday, Feb 7
11:30 a.m.
Rendezvous
1555 Camino del Mar

Join DMCC's Care Manager Darcy Mulholland for another fun lunch event with friends and neighbors.  $10 includes  lunch and tip. Reservations & prepayment required: 858-792-7565   
ROMEO Men's Lunch Group
Romeo men's lunch group
  Tuesday, Feb 22
12 noon - 1:30 pm
Sbicca Bistro
215-15th St.
Mix and mingle with friends and neighbors at the monthly men's lunch group led by Nate McCay.  Meets the 4th Tuesday of the month.  Reservations and prepayment required:  858-792-7565.  Make checks payable to DMCC and mail to PO Box 2947, Del Mar, CA 92014.
DMCC has Medical Equipment to Loan
DMCC has medical equipment to loan.  If you have temporary need for a wheelchair, wheelchair ramp, crutches, cane, walker, or shower chair, check with us first.  We can get them to you within in the day if they are in stock!
 
volunteer driver 

DMCC's In-Home Connections Program
 

We're Making Life Easier for our Del Mar Residents 
 
 

Del Mar Community Connections is implementing a new group of services called In-Home Connections.  This effort is a pilot program lasting 18-24 months to evaluate its success.  DMCC is looking for up to 20 seniors who would like some in-home help to live independently.  The best participant for this program is a senior who lives at home but can't drive or run errands on their own or who has limited contact with friends and who needs help with home maintenance and safety issues.

 

Look to Us for:

Personal Care Coordination of services, referrals and ongoing support

Daily Check-In Safety Calls to ensure you are ok

Trusted Referrals to perform discounted home repairs such as installing safety railings, grab bars and non-slip floor coverings

'Friendly Visitors' to provide companionship and conversation

Individual Transportation for shopping, banking and appointments

'Personal Shoppers' - whether for groceries or other items, simply hand over your list and let a volunteer shop and deliver for you

Occasional Meals To-Go ordered from local restaurants offering discounted rates and delivered right to your door

Trash Day Assistance to get your trash, yard waste and recyclables to the curb and back again

 

Each In-Home Connections participant will have a personalized set of services based on what they want or need to help them live safely and independently at home.

 

Sign up now at our introductory rate of $50 per month.

 

For more information, contact Jeannie Walsh, Member Services Coordinator at 858-792-7570 or [email protected].

February Health Forum Topics
Dr. Mark Kalina

Tues, Feb 8 - "Moving Better"

with Liz Sisco, Feldenkrais/Movement Practitioner
 

Tues, Feb 22 - "A New Way of Seeing" with

Sheela Alex

Free Grant Writing Classes

Grant Writing Specialists are offering FREE community workshops hosted by DMCC & the DM Library.  They are held in the library, 1309 Camino del Mar, from 10 a.m. to noon on these Friday dates:

 

Feb 4 - Budgets, Budgets & More Budgets

 

Feb 18 - Program Evaluation Made Easy

 

March 4 - KISS - Keeping It Simple & Sweet

 

March 18 - Zen of Schmoozing

 

All classes are stand alone formats.  To register, call 619-460-2738 or email [email protected] 


 

 Del Mar Community Connections is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation  providing resources to age in place....because there's no place like home.

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