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Last Day to Register is April 8

 

Don't miss your last chance to register for Aging with Vitality: A Festival of Ideas, a one-day conference to be held on Saturday, April 13.  The day will be jam-packed with ideas and information to help you personally take charge of managing your health.  Medicare, stress reduction, brain health, tai chi demonstration plus ten community exhibitors will offer valuable tips and strategies.  FREE admission, continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. 

 

Click here to register now or call Michelle Lopez at 831.655.4241.

 

 

  Aging at The Movies
  

The Aging at The Movies series starts THIS Monday.  If you haven't already registered, be sure to do so this week.  This six part series will include one film each week with discussion about how aging is addressed by the characters. 

 

Advanced registration is required; contact Michelle Lopez at 831.655.4241.

 

Click here for a list of films and location details

  

There's Still Time!
  
If you haven't yet filed your taxes, you're not alone!  If you are over 55, made no more than $57,000 and do not receive rental income, our tax preparers can pre and file your taxes at no cost.  Our TCE program has space available at two locations: on the Monterey Peninsula by appointment, and in Salinas on a "walk-in" basis. 
  
For an appointment or for more information, contact Michelle Lopez at 831.655.4241.  
  
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"Medicare Basics" is Coming to Carmel
  
If you've been unable to attend one of our Medicare seminars lately, you're in luck.  Our Medicare Specialists will be at the Carmel Foundation with another Medicare Basics presentation on May 1st.  Attend this FREE seminar to learn the basics of parts A, B, C and D - the prescription drug plans. 
 
 
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 Get on The Bus!

 

It's that time again!  Join us on May 21st for the second year of our "Everybody's Doin' It . . . Aging!"  bus trip to the Board of Supervisors' chambers to celebrate Older Americans month.

 

 

click here for details and info on how to sign up

  

Spirals Models Check Out What's New at Spirals
  

Join the Harley Davidson crowd at Spirals.  Come see our arrival of biker duds and other unexpected treasures.  Call us and we can tell you how easy it is to donate and consign your things.  It's a smart and fun way to shop - and a great place to volunteer.  Look for the bright blue awning at 570 Lighthouse Avenue in the heart of Pacific Grove or call us at 831.383.5030.

 

Click here for store info

  

It's Prom Season!
   
Celebrate longevity by attending the 8th Annual Seniors' Prom.  "Wine & Roses" will take place on Saturday, April 6th from 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. at Palma High School.  Enjoy live music presented by The Tenor Tones, wine and hors d'oeuvres, and a souvenir picture where everyone is crowned Prom King & Queen!  Tickets are $45 per person or $320 for an eight seat table.
  
For more information call 831.757.6030 or 831.235.3021.  Proceeds benefit the future Salinas Senior Center.
  
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Point Lobos Easy Access Adventure
  
All visitors are invited to experience the Easy Access Trails at Point Lobos.  You are welcome to tour at your own pace, whether you walk  fast or slow, are pushing a stroller or walker, or using a cane or wheelchair!  Docents with scopes, binoculars, otter pelts, photos and park information will be stationed along the trails to make Point Lobos come alive!
  
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I Remember MAMA

 

Please join forces with us to protect and assist the most fragile members of our community.  This coming Mother's Day, honor your mother, grandmother or their memory by having a flowering plant from Rocket Farms delivered to a woman living in long-tern care who might otherwise not be acknowledged on this special day.  Alliance on Aging's Ombudsman Program advocates for the vulnerable residents in nursing homes and residential care facilities throughout our county.  Many of these seniors are without family or friends to speak on their behalf and often the Ombudsman is their only outside visitor!  Staff and trained volunteers protect our senior citizens by visiting these facilities on a regular basis and are immediately available to residents who may be victims of neglect or abuse.  Ombudsmen not only conduct complaint investigations and resolution, but are also a critical resource for placement information and guidance. 

 

All citizens deserve to feel safe in their homes, and seniors living in long-term care are no exception.  These facilities are their homes and safety is what the Ombudsman program ensures for them.

 

Click here to donate so that we may deliver a flowering plant(s) in time for Mother's Day.

 

If you would like to help deliver plants please call 655-7559 to speak with Christine Lawson.  It is a rewarding experience to see how thrilled the women are to receive a beautiful plant and also a visitor.  Families are encouraged to participate. 

  

 

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