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1120 W. Ocean Ave. Lompoc, Ca 93436 (805) 875-8085

Senior Program Hours: Monday – Friday, 9AM – 3PM Recreation Manager: Mario Guerrero, Jr.

Recreation Coordinator: Sue Slavens www.cityoflompoc.com/parks & rec (Newsletter on the internet)

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RECURRING EVENTS EACH WEEK

SENIOR NUTRITION: Serving-Mon-Fri: 11:30AM TO 12:00 PM …..Our Pool Room, Computer Room and Library are always open…..

May 2014

MONDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

American Cancer Society: 9:00AM-12:00PM, (call for appt.), room 118

FIT 101:10:30AM-11:30AM, room 102-B

Dominos: 12:30PM-3:00PM, Lounge

HICAP Med: 1:00PM-3:00PM (call for appt.1-800-434-0222), room 118

Technological Literacy: 3:30PM-4:30PM, room 107

TUESDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Strength Training: 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 102-A

Fine & Applied Arts Painting: 9:00AM-12:00PM, room 105/106

Spanish Braille, Low Vision Class: 10:30AM-12:00PM, room 108

Chair Yoga: 10:30AM-11:30AM, room 102-C&D

Duplicate Bridge: 1:00PM-3:00 PM, room 107

Rag Rug & Misc. Handwork: 1:00PM-3:00PM, room 105/106

WEDNESDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

FIT 101:10:30AM-11:30AM, room 102-B

Tai Chi: 1:30PM-2:30PM, Multi-Purpose room

THURSDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

TOPS: Weigh in 8:00AM-8:55AM meeting 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 105/106

Strength Training: 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 102-A

Grief Recovery Transition Group: 10:00AM-11:30 AM, room 118

Beginning Meditation: 10:30AM-11:30AM, room 105/106

Chair Yoga: 10:30AM-11:30AM, room 102-C&D

Duplicate Bridge: 1:00PM—3:00PM, room 107

FRIDAYS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Memory Screening/ Mary Lou Parks: 1:00PM—3:00PM, room 118

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ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS: DURING THE MONTH

(Note: programs are subject to cancellation)

May 2014

1st Tues: Cancer Support: 1:00PM-3:00PM, room 105/106

6th Tues: Marian Hospice Bereavement: 10:30AM-12:00PM, room 107

7th Wed: Tea Leaves: 9:30AM-11:00AM, room 107

Brown Bag: 10:00AM-11:00AM, Room 102 C & D

8th Thurs: Blood Pressure Check: 9:30AM-12:00PM, library

Lompoc Mac Users Group: 10:00AM-11:00, room 107

TBA Fri: Dementia at a Glance: 9:00AM-10:00AM, room 105/106

Diabetes Prevention: 10:00AM-11:00AM, room 105/106

Fall Prevention: 11:00AM-12:00PM, room 105/106

Central Coast Medical: 12:00PM-1:30PM, room 102-B

16th Fri: Senior Expo: 9:00AM-12:00PM, room 102

Braille Institute: at Senior Expo

20th Tues: Marian Hospice Bereavement: 10:30AM-12:00PM, room 107

21st Wed: Tea Leaves: 9:30AM-11:00AM, room 107

Brown Bag: 10:00AM-11:00AM, Room 102 C & D

22nd Thurs: Lompoc Mac Users Group: 10:00AM-11:00, room 107

26th Mon: Memorial Day, office closed

30th Tues: Movie Matinee: 2:30PM-3:00PM, room 107

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Spring

The evenings are getting longer

and a welcome sign that is

The birds ad the bees will be buzzing

just to see what it is

I don’t hear the birds singing yet, or bees buzzing

It’s a strange empty sound

The trees are in full bloom

So the birds and bees should be singing soon

Ilove the activity Spring brings

The sleeping tulips and daffodils encourage

the crocus to Spring

How wonderful its all new again

Rose Mary Palmer of The Tea Leaves

3/18/14

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SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM

Senior nutrition meals are for those 60 and over.

The cost of the meal is a $3 donation. If one of our present clients wishes to bring a guest who is under the age of 60, the guest must pay a $5 donation.

Reservations are required one day in advance.

Please make lunch reservations by 1PM on the day before your desired meal.

Reservations for Monday meals must be made by 1PM the Friday prior to your desired meal.

Meal serving time: 11:30AM – 12:00PM

Applications for the Senior Nutrition Program are available in the lunchroom from 9AM to 12PM.

For more information, please call Janea after 12PM. (805) 310-1557

Monthly menus are shown on the last page of the newsletter.

Note: Coffee is offered in the lunchroom Monday through Friday

mornings and costs 50 cents for a cup or $2 for the week.

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SENIOR PROGRAMS 2014

Programs are FREE for participants 50 years of age and older, unless otherwise indicated. The Lompoc Parks & Recreation reserves the right to cancel or change class locations and/or times due to low participation, or unexpected circumstances. If you should have any questions regarding the current programming for seniors, please contact us at (805) 875-8085. All senior programs are held at the Dick DeWees Community & Senior Center (DDCSC) located at 1120 West Ocean Avenue.

AARP STATE & FEDERAL TAX PREPARATION

Available for low to middle income taxpayers with special focus on those ages 60 or older. There is no fee for this service. Service is by appointment only. 875-8085

AARP – SAFE DRIVING PROGRAM

If you are a senior and need Driving Safety and Defensive Driving Tips, The American Association for Retired Persons has a program for you. There is a $15 fee for AARP members and a $20 fee for non-members for the workbook. (805) 875-8085

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

Stop by for information on local FREE services for cancer patients, cancer prevention and early detection. Special events include the Daffodil Days Campaign and Relay for Life. Sign up as a volunteer driver or find out how YOU can support the fight against cancer. Or, make an appointment. (805) 736-2610

BEGINNING MEDITATION Learn how to relax, unwind, and simply “be” through meditation. This class will explore various methods of meditation and dispel all your prior myths and misconceptions. Meditation increases focus, attention span and improves memory. There is a $3 pre-registration fee per class. Register at the Anderson Recreation Center, 125 W. Walnut Ave., Lompoc 875-8100

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS

Lompoc Valley Volunteer Nurses will be giving free blood pressure checks to keep you updated on the status of your blood pressure. Stay healthy and monitor your blood pressure with this free service! Facilitator: Lompoc Valley Nurses (Just stop by)

BRAILLE INSTITUTE

The Braille Institute will be available the fourth Friday of the month to do low-cost vision care. To schedule an appointment, please call 682-6222. Instructor: Braille Institute Staff

BRAILLE, LOW VISION CLASS This class is for our Spanish speaking patrons who are suffering from low vision which cannot be corrected with glasses. Presented by the Braille Institute of America.

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BROWN BAG PROGRAM

The mission of the Brown Bag Program is to provide bags of groceries to low-income seniors as a supplement to their own food budget and to assist seniors with maintaining an independent, self-sufficient lifestyle. To apply, please stop by and pick up an application.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

All cancer survivors (newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, in remission or cured) are invited to attend the monthly Cancer Support Group, hosted by Joyce Morey. The group meets on the first Thursday of each month and provides a social setting to interact and share experiences with other Cancer survivors. (805) 875-8085

CHAIR YOGA

Learn to increase flexibility, balance, mental clarity and reduce stress by using sitting and standing yoga positions. It is both safe and relaxing.

COMPUTER ROOM ACCESS

You are welcome to use our computer room. Computers are available for your use.

DEMENTIA AT A GLANCE

This class is not just for seniors, it is for all family members who wish to gain some insight on dementia, its sign and symptoms, and what preventative measures can be taken.

DIABETES PREVENTION (ENGLISH/SPANISH) In this class the Lompoc Skilled & Rehab Physical Therapists will discuss different lifestyle modifications which will decrease your chances of developing diabetes.

DOMINOS

Drop in and have some fun! Join others after lunch in a few games of Dominos. Have a good social time and experience the enjoyment of playing Dominos and an opportunity to catch up on the latest news.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE If you have played party bridge or duplicate bridge before, or if you have been away from the game for awhile, or if you want to hone your duplicate playing and convention skills, come and join us!

FALL PREVENTION/BALANCING ACT

Presented by the Lompoc Skilled & Rehab Physical Therapists, this class teaches techniques to prevent falls and improve your quality of life.

FINE & APPLIED ARTS PAINTING

This class offers beginning to advanced instruction in acrylic painting, using oil techniques, experimenting with a palette knife in color mixing, composition, values and techniques. Demonstration and lively class critique with valuable discussion are a vital part of each session. (Come to class to register) FIT INDIVIDUALIZED TRAINING: FIT 101

This is an Arthritis based exercise program, SPONSORED BY Carnahan Therapy, to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Exercises are performed while sitting. Come join the fun!

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GAMES: In the Lounge The Senior Lounge has games available for your use at anytime. Feel free to stop in and play Scrabble, Monopoly, Yahtzee, Cards and Dominos.

GRIEF RECOVERY TRANSITION GROUP

This transition group is for those who have moved beyond grief, but still find the need to get together and talk about their loss and to be with each other for social and emotional support. Feel free to join our group.

HICAP ASSISTANCE

Assistance to Medicare beneficiaries for understanding their coverage, HMO'S and medical insurance. HICAP also assists with billing problems and appeals. Please call 1-800-434-0222 for appointments.

LOMPOC MAC USERS GROUP

LMUG meets every other Thursday of each month to answer your questions about today’s new technology. Come and learn about your Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

LOOK GOOD. . . FEEL BETTER

Look Good/Feel Better is a program that teaches beauty techniques to women in active cancer treatment to help them combat the appearance-related side effects of treatment. To register, call 1-800-227-2345.

MARIAN HOSPICE BEREAVEMENT CARE SUPPORT

Marian Hospice Bereavement Care Program in collaboration with Lompoc Parks & Recreation announces a new group specifically for the “Newly Bereaved”; the group will be for those who have had a loss of any kind within the last 12 to 15 months. The group will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month. Registration is required. Please call Marian Hospice to pre-register at (805) 739-3830 EXT 1136.

MEMORY SCREENING

Screenings are held by appointment and take approximately 45 minutes - 1 hour. The service is free. To make an appointment, please call (805) 875-8085.

MOVIE MATINEE

If you don't go to the movies or own a VCR or DVD player, this is your chance to watch current movies! Join us for a fun afternoon enjoying a movie and some delicious popcorn on the last Friday of the month.

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RAG RUG AND MISC. HANDWORK

The Rag Rug Class is branching out to encompass other handwork including, but not limited to, knitting, crocheting, quilting, embroidery and cross-stitch. Participants are encouraged to bring their projects and share ideas with people who are working on varied handwork, from easy to difficult, and everything in between; a little handwork, friendly chatter, sharing, thoughts and ideas. This class is for seniors 50 and older. Come and join in.

Strength Training Class

Come and join a free Strength Training Class. Increase balance, coordination, and flexibility while having FUN. This class uses sitting and standing positions only to aid in a gentle approach to wellness. Terri, the instructor, makes this class fun and enjoyable.

TAI CHI FOR SENIORS

Instructor Yuka Freeman presents a gentle way to fight stress and increase flexibility and balance.

THE TEA LEAVES

Tea Leaves is a local group of women writers who meet the first & third Wednesdays of the month. Their group of 12 members conducts writing exercises and presents readings of their writings which can include prose or poetry and fiction or non-fiction for constructive critique. New guests are encouraged to attend three sessions to see if it is a good fit for them. To sign up for the group, please call: 875-8085

TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACY CLASS

Would you like to better understand how to use technology (computers, cell phones and kindles)? Attend our TLC class for a 30 minute presentation plus 30 minutes of personal assistance. Each class will focus on a different aspect of technology. Suggestions are welcome.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

Do you want to lose or maintain your weight? Then TOPS is for you. A World Wide organization with a local chapter, designed to help people lose weight through healthy eating, activities, and the support of fellow members. Our mission is to support our members as they Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Come join our weekly club and lose. Our leader is Kathleen Remington, and we meet every Thursday morning. Please call Kathleen at 736-1489 for more information.

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Clean and Fun Jokes for Senior Citizens

"Three Senior Pals"

Three seniors are out for a stroll. One of them remarks, “It’s windy.” Another replies, “No way. It’s Thursday.” The last one says, “Me too. Let’s have a soda.” ____________________________________________________________________

"The Old Days"

A grandpa was telling his young grandson what life was like when he

was a boy. "In the winter we’d ice skate on our pond. In the summer

we could swim in the pond, and pick berries in the woods. We’d swing

on an old tire my dad hung from a tree on a rope. And we had a pony

we rode all over the farm."

The little boy was amazed, and sat silently for a minute. Finally he

said, "Granddad, I wish I'd gotten to know you a lot sooner!"

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“Boys and Grandpas"

A young grandson asked his grandfather how old he was, and the grandpa teasingly replied, "Well, I'm not exactly sure how old I am." The little boy advised, "You have to look in your underwear, Grandpa. Mine says I'm 4 to 6."

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The Clue List for this Word Search Puzzle:

ABSTRACT AIRBRUSH ARTIST BASKET BLOWER BRUSH CANVAS CARVER CLAY COMPASS CRAFTS

CROTCHET CUT DESIGNER DRAFTING EASEL FABRIC FIGURE FRAME FRESCO GLASS GLUE

HOOK INK KNIT MANNEQUIN MARKER MODEL MUSEUM NEEDLE NEEDLEPOINT OIL ORIGAMI

PAINT PALETTE PAPER PASTEL PEN PENCIL PINS POTTERY QUILT RULER SCISSORS

SCULPTURE SEW SPOOL STATUE THIMBLE THREAD TOOLS TUBE WEAVE WOOD WOOL

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TELEPHONE DIRECTORY

(805) Area Code: unless otherwise stated

AARP Tax Aide Program (888) 227-7669

Adult Protective Services 737-6020

Alzheimer’s Association 636-6432

Area Agency on Aging 925-9554

Brown Bag 967-5741, x102

CAC Senior Nutrition Program 310-1557

Central Coast - Senior Connection 928-2552

Community Kitchen 736-4882

Community Health Center 737-1169

Family Services Agency 735-4376

Food Pantry 737-4140

HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling) 928-5663

Legal Aid 736-6582 Lompoc Hospital E. R. 737-3333 Lompoc Library 875-8775 Lompoc Valley Community Healthcare 740-0355 Lifeline (24-hour home emergency response) 737-3307 Marion Hospice Care 739-3803, x1136 Marion Senior Homecare 739-3830 Meals on Wheels 736-3257 Post Office (800) 275-8777 Senior Programs (Dick DeWees Community & Senior Center) 875-8085 Social Security Administration 934-2793 Social Services, Department of 737-7080 Vial of Life (800) 510-2020

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TELEPHONE DIRECTORY CONTINUED

Transportation Phone Numbers

Amtrak (800) 872-7245 Breeze (Bus to-from Santa Maria, VAFB & Lompoc) (800) 417-2137 Central Coast Shuttle (Bus to-from LAX) 928-1977 C.O.L.T. (City of Lompoc Transit) 736-7666 Greyhound Bus 737-9153 Lompoc Taxi 736-3636 Santa Barbara Airport 681-4803 Santa Maria Airport 922-1726

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Since it is Mothers Day in May I thought of sharing a quote about what a mother is. As we get older it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that we are limited in what we can do and that our children no longer need us; however, that is

not the case and we need to keep ourselves happy, healthy, and strong for as long as we can. So Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!!

What is a Mother

Mother is the personification of love and is the angel sent by god to look after her

children. “God could not be everywhere, so he created mothers”. A mother

showers love on her children forgives their mistakes and stands a pillar of

strength, courage, inspiration and solace for them. She is the bank where all the

emotions, sorrows and expectations of the children are deposited. Mother has a

secret code of language with her child and can understand what the child is trying

to say, which no one else can. The word mother can work magic on the ears of

the child. She is not only a friend, philosopher and guide but a god living right in

front of the eyes of children and can be reached out easily. Even those who have

escalated to high positions in the society are just a child in front of their mother,

irrespective of their age. The love of mother knows no bounds and hence there is

no limit to the number of times a mother forgives her child. Hundreds of sayings

and quotes have been said on mother yet they are not boring. Read them and

value the mother.

Author Unknown

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