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"Keep Us Connected" Campaign Growing
Community Living Campaign has launched a grassroots "Keep Us Connected" Campaign to continue and expand affordable internet access, training and support for seniors and people with disabilities.
Keep up with the campaign on the Keep Us Connected Facebook Page. Show your support and ask your friends to "like us" too. Our February 11th, a Social Media and Advocacy Workshop, featured below, helped launch this page and the number of supporters has been growing steadily since then. More information about Social Media and Advocacy workshop, and up-coming Campaign activities, highlighted below. CLC will also provide updated campaign information, material, events and actions at www.sfhealthyaging.org if you are not a Facebook user (yet). |
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Social Media and Advocacy Workshops Launched
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CARA Senior Leadership Academy in San Francisco
Who are these folks and why are they smiling? Find the answer to these and other questions in an article coming soon to www.sfhealthyaging.org - and learn more about the most recent California Alliance for Retired American's Senior Leadership Academy, co-sponsored by Community Living Campaign and Mercy Housing - California.
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SAVE SOCIAL SECURITY, MEDICARE & MEDICAID! 
Town Hall Meeting
Learn the latest information
- Why Social Security isn't causing the budget deficit
- How Medicare finances can be fixed
- The impact of further cuts to Medicaid
- Keynote Speaker: Eric Kingson, Social Security Works Founding Director
THURSDAY - MARCH 14, 2013
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH - 1187 FRANKLIN at GEARY
SAN FRANCISCO
LUNCH AVAILABLE FOR $2 AFTER THE MEETING: MUST RSVP TO 415-546-1333
Translation or other accommodations available if requested in advance - call 415-546-1333
The event is wheelchair accessible. Please respect our scent free policy.
Don't Buy Into The Fake Budget Crisis!
Come to this event to learn more about saving Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. Find out about real solutions for our economy and what you can do to make Washington listen. The economy needs jobs, not cuts to services and benefits. Hold elected officials accountable!
Call the Capitol Switchboard - (877) 762-8762 to tell Congress: No cuts!
Co-Sponsors (partial list): California Alliance for Retired Americans, FORUM, Gray Panthers of San Francisco, Jobs with Justice, OWL SF, Raul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club, S.F. Central Labor Council, Senior and Disability Action. |
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Laguna Honda Computer Club and Timebanking a Great Match
The Computer Club at Laguna Honda was started with the hope that club members would learn new skills and then would assist others.LHH residents who are interested in this idea receive an refurbished laptop and commit to 24 hours of volunteer time to help others to "pay back". Todd Stone, a novice computer user in the beginning, took to this idea and was one of the first to "graduate". Todd diligently tracked his volunteer time, and while he has more than completed his 24 hours, he is still going strong helping others. Todd is looking to move from Laguna Honda in a few months, but we know he will stay connected with his Computer Club friends. 
 Learn more about the computer club from another club member, Paul Henderickson, on his Laguna Honda Computer Club blog. Another way this program fits the model of mutual assistance is that CLC buys these high quality recycled computers from ReliaTech, a social enterprise of the Stride Center. The Stride Center trains and employs low income individuals while helping recycle and reuse computer equipment and putting it in the hands of low income individuals. If you are interested in helping us purchase a recycled computer to make available to a LHH resident in the computer club, email info@sfcommunityliving.org or simply DONATE HERE. |
A Place At the Table - the Politics of Food and Hunger 
CLC's Food Delivery Networks in the OMI and Parkmerced/University Park area bring us face to face each week with seniors who need food assistance but who are unable to go to neighborhood food pantries because of age or disability. We now deliver fresh fruits, vegetables and staples to 89 seniors and people with disablities, in partnership with the Temple United Methodist Church and the San Francisco Food Bank. But while providing this practical assistance, we wanted to learn more about how to change a system that leaves so many people in this country hungry. March 1 marks the release of the film A Place At the Table - One Nation, Underfed. 50,000,000 people in the U.S. don't know where their next meal is coming from, despite our having the means to provide nutritious, affordable food for all. This movie explores how hunger poses serious economic, social and cultural implications for our nation and that it could be solved once and for all if we decide if making healthy food available and affordable is in the best interest of us all. Opens March 1 at Embarcadero Center Cinema 5 or you can download and watch for free. For more information, go to the Place At The Table website. |
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Disability Advocate Starts A New Chapter
Over the years, Ken Stein has been a clear and consistant voice for disability rights and inclusion - being a movement leader on both sides of the Bay. As staff to the San Francisco Mayor's Office on Disability and member of the Long Term Coordinating Council, Ken was a constientious and committed representative who did his homework and came prepared to ask good questions and offer positive ideas for resolving issues and seeking change.
Many know that Ken was also an early leader in the Bay Area's Independent Living Movement. His participation in the famous 28-day "504 Sit-In" at San Francisco's Federal Building in 1977 was a catalyst in passing critical disability related legislation.
Ken's retirement, like his life, was driven by his values and principles. While we will miss this most dedicated advocate at the meetings, we will continue to hear his words - "providing equal access and accommodations is not just a nice thing to do - it's the law." Thanks, Ken! |
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Breast Cancer Support Group - Healthy Eating Is In Fashion
On February 21, 2013, 20 seniors adorned their aprons to attend the Food Smart Nutrition Workshop at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior Senior Center. My Tu Duong is the Program Coordinator/Dietician for this six week session. She will be showing the group how to add easy healthy meal to their daily menus.
The breast cancer survivors have been practicing healthy eating for the last three years as part of the breast cancer support group's plan to address the health of the whole body. We look forward to adding more healthy meal choices by learning new cooking techniques. The Community Living Campaign is a partner with the Lutheran Church of Our Savior Seniors and Leah's Pantry. Deloris McGee, Community Connector OMI, Community Living Campaign
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CLC Board of Directors Help Guide the Organization Forward  The Annual Community Living Campaign Board of Directors Retreat, with faciliation from the wonderful Ned Schaub, spent a full day sharing, reflecting, evaluating, planning and celebrating the mission and the work of the organization. Thanks to AgeSong for hosting the day and for a wonderful lunch. And thanks to CLC Board members Jill Center, Meg Cooch, Libby Denebeim, Vera Haile, Dave Knego, Elinore Lurie, Margaret Miller, Elena Portacolone, Karen Schulkin and Constance Smith. One outcome of the day is to expand participation in CLC's Board Committees, which include Finance, Program and Policy, Communications and Social Media, and Fundraising, including our Annual Event Committee. If you are interested in learning more about how you can become involved, contact Marie at 415-821-1003 ex. 1. |
S. F. Long Term Services and Supports Planning
Long Term Care Coordinating Council Meeting
Thursday, March 14, 1 to 3
1 South Van Ness Ave., 2nd Floor
This month's agenda will include:
* A presentation on the LGBT Aging Task Force
* More discussion about the Housing Trust Fund and the Development Pipeline
For more information or to receive the minutes, contact Bill Haskell at bill.haskell@sfgov.org or call 355-6782.
Last month, we heard the Mayor's Office on Housing will present an overview of the recently passed Housing Trust Fund legislation and plans for its implementation and from the Mayor's Budget Office, an overview of where things are in the budget process.
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Mayor's Office of Housing and CLC Council member Anne Romero |
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Mayor's Budget Office Representative Jessica Bullen |
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Committee on Information Technology (COIT) Plan Moves Forward
The City's 5 year Technology plan is moving forward, with leadership from the Mayor's Office and a high level city group called the Committee of Information Technology (COIT).
We are monitoring the process to make sure the budget requests for public access and transparency are strongly supported.
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Transportation Plan Approaches Final Review
In May 2012, the Metropolitan Transportation began updating the region's Coordianted Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (Coordinated Plan). The goal is to identify gaps for seniors, persons with disabilities and persons of low income; to prioritize solutions and to identify strategies. Public comments is open until March 8th. To review plan and offer comments, go to: http://www.mtc.ca.gov/planning/pths/ |
Senior and Disability Action Classes Coming Soon 
Learn about community resources, your rights and advocacy
Joint Senior and Disability University and Senior Survival School
April 2, 9, 16 and 23rd at IT Bookman Community Center,
446 Randolph Street
Senior Survival School
May 7, 14, 21, and 28th
Western Addition Senior Center, 1390 Turk Street
More info, call Sarah or Pi at (415) 546-1333. |
 Just Say "YES" - Come Engage with Us
Computer Training and Special Activities
Community Living Campaign (CLC) shows you how technology and social media are new tools to help individuals, neighborhoods and organizations reduce isolation and reweave community.
Once a month, we hold a special MEETUP MONDAY
at 360 Valencia Street Lab (Valencia Gardens). Lunch at Noon, Workshop from 1:00 to 3:00. This month's Meet-Up is Monday March 18th and the Special Topic is Genealogy with a representative of the California Genealogy Society.
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30th Street Senior Center |
Every Wed.
1to 3 |
Social Media - 1 to 1 tutoring, classes |
225 30th St. | |
Bethany Center |
Every Thurs.
9 to 12 |
One on one training |
580 Capp | |
Centro Latino |
Every Tues & Thurs.
10 to 12:00 |
Social Media - 1 to 1 tutoring, classes |
1656 15th St. | |
Curry Senior Center |
Every Mon.
1 to 3 |
One on one training |
315 Turk Street | |
Dr. Davis Senior Center |
Every Wed. & Thursday
1:30 to 3:30 |
One on one training |
1706 Yosemite | |
IT Bookman Center |
Every Friday
12 to 2 |
Social Media - 1 to 1 tutoring, classes |
446 Randolph | |
Laguna Honda Hospital |
1st & 3rd Wed
1:00 to 3:00 |
One on one training |
375 Laguna Honda | |
Mission Neighborhood Center |
Every Wed.
10 to 12:00 |
Social Media - 1 to 1 tutoring, classes |
362 Capp | |
San Francisco Senior Center
Aquatic Park |
Every Wed.
1 to 3 |
Social Media - 1 to 1 tutoring classes |
890 Beach | |
San Francisco Senior Center Downtown |
Every Thurs.
1 to 3 |
Social Media - 1 to 1 training
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481 O'Farrell | |
Stonestown YMCA |
Every Wed.
9:30 to 11:30 |
One on one training |
3150 20th Avenue | |
Telegraph Hill Center |
Every Wed
9 to 12 | One on one training | 660 Lombard |
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Valencia Gardens
(360 Valencia Street) |
Every Mon
9 to 3 | One on One
& social media training |
360 Valencia
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Western Addition
Senior Center | Every Wed.
1:30 to 3:30 |
Beginning
Computer |
1390 1/2 Turk |
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1360 Mission Street, 4th Floor
(415) 821-1003
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