October Escondido Senior Center news, events, activities, resources, & a whole lot of fun! E. Park Ave. Escondido, CA 92025

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1 October 2018 Escondido Senior Center news, events, activities, resources, & a whole lot of fun! Look and see what frightening fun is lurking around during the month of October. Take an adventure by visiting a pumpkin patch, eating pumpkin pie, going to your local farmer s market, attending a Saturday night dance, attend a harvest festival or Renaissance Faire. Find community center events on page 2 and other events online with Visit Escondido at E. Park Ave. Escondido, CA Office Hours Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Closed on Saturday & Sunday View our newsletter online at: Stay connected to the City visit: Reservation Numbers: Lunch Reservation: Van Reservation: PACC Staff Jilaine Hernandez Supervisor III Mary Rodelo Program Coordinator Also, show your October spirit each week: Week of October 1 Wear a shirt with a spooky picture or print Week of October 8 Wear orange and black Week of October 15 Wear a shirt with a cat, bat, or pumpkin Week of October 22 Wear a shirt with a witch or a ghost Wednesday, October 31 Wear a Halloween Costume (Masks can only be worn at the Halloween Bash event.) We have a new Department Specialist in the Resource Office, Beverly Dundom. She is eager to learn about all the new and different resources that are available to provide better assistance to the seniors. Beverly has lived in Canada, New York, Texas, Louisiana, and California. Of course, she has chosen to live in sunny California! During her spare time, she likes to exercise by doing yoga, spend time with her husband, keep in touch with her family, and continues to keep up her education by taking classes. Stop by the Resource office and welcome our new team member! The goblins are haunting, the monsters will mash, It s time to get ready for our Halloween Bash! Lina Ildefonso Customer Service Rep. II Sheri Jeffreys Department Specialist Vanessa Arguelles Department Specialist Beverly Dundon Department Specialist 1 Wednesday, October 10:00 a.m. in the Auditorium Sponsored by:

2 OCTOBER EVENTS Saturday Night Dance Celebrate October Birthdays with some cake! Wednesday, October 12:00 pm October 6 - Sundance Band November 3 -Breez N Main Lobby 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sponsored by: Admission $4/person Escondido Senior Center 210 E. Park Ave. Talk Tuesdays: Lounge, 10:00 a.m. Oct. 9: Learn about Healthy Snacking Monday, October 15 SDG&E Informational Presentation: 10:15 a.m.- 10:45 a.m. in the Lounge Oct. 23: Healthy living for your Brain and Body: Tips from the latest research Resource Table: 11:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. in the Lobby National Prescription Take Back Day Help Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse! Bring your unused and expired prescription drugs FREE * NO QUESTIONS ASKED * ANONYMOUS For more information call (760) Prescription drug abuse is the nation s fastest growing drug problem Unused medicines are bad for the environment: do not flush down the toilet or dispose in garbage Propelled by an increase in prescription narcotic overdoses, drug deaths now outnumber traffic fatalities in the United States Date: Saturday, October 27th Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Location: Escondido Police & Fire Headquarters 1163 N. Centre City Pkwy. 2

3 Park Avenue Café Lunch Menu October 2018 Delicious lunch served Monday - Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Seniors 60 & over - $3 donation requested Under 60 - $5 fee No eligible person age 60+ will be denied a meal because of failure or inability to contribute. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Bacon & Pepper Jack Quiche* Sautéed Zucchini Mandarin Oranges Braised Chicken Wild Rice Pilaf Vegetable Medley Pears Chicken & Rice Casserole * Steamed Green Beans Oranges Bacon & Pepper Jack Quiche* Sautéed Zucchini Mandarin Oranges Moroccan Chicken * Almond Currant Couscous Fresh Green Beans Honeydew Chunks Baked Tilapia Herb Rice Pilaf Roasted Vegetables Peaches 3 Pulled Pork on a Bun! Cole Slaw Cinnamon Apples Vegetarian Lasagna! Steamed Broccoli Cucumber & Tomato Salad Fruit Salad Battered Cod* French Fries Sautéed Broccoli Rabe Melon Cup Turkey Tetrazzini * Swiss Chard Chopped Cantaloupe Moroccan Chicken * Almond Currant Couscous Fresh Green Beans Honeydew Chunks Catch of the Day Herb Rice Pilaf Roasted Vegetables Peaches Cheese Ravioli Marinara Yellow Squash Banana Garlic Bread Sweat & Sour Meatballs* Couscous Baked Parmesan Tomatoes Fresh Nectarine Chicken Tortellini Alfredo* Squash & Red Pepper Blend Apple Garlic Bread Boneless Pork Chop w/ Gravy White Rice Vegetable Medley Fruit Cup Garlic Herb Turkey w/ Gravy Chicken Cacciatore Stuffed Cabbage Meatloaf Grilled Polenta Lasagna! Classic Stuffing Mashed Potatoes White Rice Sautéed Zucchini & Gravy Green Bean Casserole Braised Cabbage Salad w/ Tomatoes & Pineapple Chunks Cucumbers Oranges Green Peas w/ Mango Chunks Garlic Bread Pearl Onions Tangerines Fruit Salad Szechuan Pork Stir Fry! White Rice Asian Vegetable Blend Pear This quarter's items: Beans Melons Watermelons Peaches Summer squash Roasted Beef & Gravy Roasted Red Potatoes Vegetable Medley Fruit Cup Indicated By: The nutrition program is supported by the City of Escondido and the County of San Diego Aging & Independence Services. No eligible person age 60+ will be denied a meal because of inability to contribute. Menu subject to change without notice. * denotes mg sodium! denotes 500+ mg sodium Please make your reservations by 12 noon the day before you wish to dine (on Friday for Monday reservations) (760) Lunch reservation & cancellation line (24 hr. voice mail) (760) Van reservation & cancellation line (24 hr. voice mail)

4 Senior Center On-going Programs and Classes Program Schedule Location Joslyn Lounge/Coffee Mon. - Fri., 8 :30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Joslyn Lounge Senior Center Library Mon. - Fri., 9 :00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Library Cover to Cover Book Club Mondays, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Cedar Room Chess Group Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Shuffleboard Bldg. Shuffleboard Tues., Wed., 1st & 3rd Thurs. Shuffleboard Bldg. 9 :00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Song Spinners Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Sycamore Room Stardust Harmonaires Dance Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Joslyn Lounge Legally Blind Social Club 1st, 2nd, 4th Weds., 9:30-11:00 a.m. Maple Room Pool Room Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Pool Room Table Tennis Tues., 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Auditorium Thurs., 2:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Helen Woodward PET 3rd Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m. Sr. Center Bingo Tues., 12:15 p.m. Dining Room Fri., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sycamore Room Oticon and David M. Illich, Au.D., Chief Audiologist at Palomar Health, are teaming up to give the gift of hearing this holiday season! The 14th Annual Hear for the Holidays Essay Contest will reward one deserving hearing-impaired Individual with a new pair of Oticon digital hearing aids, and a lifetime of free office visits with Dr. David Illich. To enter, submit an essay of 300 words or less describing how you or a loved one deserves these state of the art hearing aids. The winning essay will be selected based on the following criteria: Financial need Impact of hearing handicap on quality of life. Degree of hearing impairment: to be determined with a free screening at Professional Hearing Associates, Inc. (Required*) Quality of essay RESTRICTIONS Must be 18 years or older to enter Must not have hearing aid coverage through any other resource (such as insurance or State Program Assistance) Essays will be accepted from October 16 through November 15 by 5:00p.m. your essay to: Hear4TheHolidays@hotmail.com Or mail your essay to: Professional Hearing Associates, Inc E. Valley Parkway Escondido, CA For more information, please call: (760) The winner will be announced on Monday, December 10th 4

5 *schedule subject to change without notice OCTOBER 2018 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 9:30 Book Club 2 9:30 Talk Tuesday 11:00 Line Dance - O 12:00 Smart Driving 12:15 Bingo 3 9:30 Legally Blind 10:30 Yoga - O 12:00 Chess Club 4 9:30 Sing Spinners 2:30 Table Tennis 3:00 Tai Chi - O 4:00 Tai Chi - O 5 7:00 Toastmasters 9:30 Bingo 10:00 Creative Writing-O 8 9:00 Hearing Scrn-S 9:30 Book Club 10:00 Alz. Support - S 1:00 Travel Meeting 9 9:30 Talk Tuesday 11:00 Line Dance - O 12:00 Smart Driving 12:15 Bingo 12:30 Post Polio S 3:00 Table Tennis 10 9:30 Legally Blind 10:30 Yoga - O 12:00 Chess Club 11 9:30 Sing Spinners 2:30 Table Tennis 3:00 Tai Chi - O 4:00 Tai Chi - O 12 7:00 Toastmasters 9:00 Senior Anglers 9:30 Bingo 10:00 Creative Writing-O 15 9:30 Book Club 16 11:00 Line Dance - O 12:15 Bingo 3:00 Table Tennis 17 9:30 Legally Blind 10:30 Yoga - O 12:00 Chess Club 12:30 Chair Fitness-O 1:00 MS Support S 18 9:30 Sing Spinners 2:30 Table Tennis 3:00 Tai Chi - O 4:00 Tai Chi - O 19 7:00 Toastmasters 9:30 Bingo 10:00 Creative Writing-O 22 9:30 Book Club 10:00 Alz. Support - S 23 9:30 Talk Tuesday 11:00 Line Dance - O 12:15 Bingo 3:00 Table Tennis 24 9:30 Legally Blind 10:30 Yoga - O 12:00 Chess Club 12:30 Chair Fitness-O 25 9:30 Sing Spinners 2:30 Table Tennis 3:00 Tai Chi - O 4:00 Tai Chi - O 26 7:00 Toastmasters 9:30 Bingo 29 9:30 Book Club 30 :30 Tai Chi - O 11:00 Line Dance - O 12:15 Bingo 3:00 Table Tennis 31 10:30 Yoga - O 12:00 Chess Club 12:30 Chair Fitness-O To register for any of the above classes that end in one of the following letters, please call the referenced phone numbers listed below: O - Oasis S - Senior Service Council

6 SENIOR SERVICE COUNCIL ESCONDIDO 728 North Broadway, Escondido, Ca. at the Escondido Senior Center The Senior Service Council Escondido (SSCE) was established as a non-profit organization over 40 years ago to address the needs of seniors in the community. Many volunteers work to maintain a high level of service. All services, except computer classes and AARP Driver Safety Program, are offered free of charge and donations are accepted. The following Special Services, Programs, Health Screenings, and Support Groups are held in the Dorothy E. Boeger Building (DEBB) and the main building at the Escondido Senior Center. Appointments are often necessary. SPECIAL SERVICES & PROGRAMS Tax Assistance Program-. Every Thursday thru October 11 9:00 am & 10:00 am debb preparers By appointment only If you filed an extension, didn't file a tax return or received an IRS letter, our tax can help you. Call for information or appointment. AARP Smart Driver Program - October 10 (Tues) ONE DAY RENEWAL CLASS- 12:00 PM 5:00 PM...OAK RM This class provides students with a certificate that is valid for three years toward savings on automobile insurance. AARP members MUST bring their current membership card. Participants may bring their own food and/or drinks to the course. There will be two 10-minute breaks, but no lunch break. Cost is $15 for AARP members or $20 for non-members. Bring check payable to AARP at class time. Call to register. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and payment. HICAP October 18 (Thurs) & 23 (Tues) - 9:00 AM 12:00 PM DEBB Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program provides assistance and objective information to help seniors and disabled persons make informed decisions about health care coverage, Medicare benefits, and supplemental insurance plan options. To make an appointment, call Legal Aid & Notary Service Wednesdays- 9:00 AM -11:00 AM......DEBB Advance Registration Required. Seek advice on wills, trusts, elder affairs, landlord relations, and other general legal issues. Free Notary services available. Please call to sign up. Taxi Voucher Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00 11:30 AM Available for transportation to medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and physical therapy appointments, prescriptions or glasses in Escondido. Escondido low income seniors, 60 or older, with no other means of transportation may qualify. Must apply in person. Bring proof of income, including most recent bank statement, picture ID and proof of age and allow 1 week for approval. Computer Classes/Tutors... Mon. Fri DEBB Computer Classes/Tutors geared especially for seniors. Courses include Beginning & Intermediate Windows 10 and IMac. Classes run 1.5 hours/week for 8 weeks for a $30 fee. & Internet classes, ipad and Android Basics for seniors, run for 4 weeks for a $15 fee. Special Word, Excel, Kindle also offered. One-on-one tutoring available on most subjects on an appointment basis for $10/hour fee. Classes are held at the Senior Service Council, Escondido, 728 North Broadway, Escondido, CA Next sign-up will be December 13, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED -SENIOR SERVICE COUNCIL ESCONDIDO Computer Instructors and Tutors Programs include Windows 7 & 10, imac, Microsoft Office, Internet, ipad, iphone, Tablets, and . Reception Desk Prior office experience a plus. Customer service and bilingual very helpful. Taxi Vouchers Basic computer skills required and customer service experience a plus. Make a difference in someone s day. Stop in, meet us, take a tour and complete an application OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY THRU THURSDAY 9 AM - 3 PM & FRIDAYS 9 AM - 12 PM FOR INFORMATION AND APPOINTMENTS PLEASE CALL

7 Senior Service Council Escondido SUPPORT GROUPS - Meetings are free and open to all. NAMI NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR MENTALLY ILL...EVERY TUESDAY...4:00 PM - 6:00PM CEDAR RM Please call for more information ALZHEIMER S S.D. SUPPORT & DISCUSSION...OCT. 8 & 22 (MONDAYS).10:00 AM - 11:30 AM...MAPLE RM Meeting is held in the Maple Room of the Escondido Senior Center, 210 Park Avenue, Escondido. This group for caregivers provides a safe environment to discuss caregiving experiences, learn strategies for coping and to gain emotional support. Call Group Leader, Sheila Argeanton, CDT at to confirm and for information. For more information contact Rebecca McDaniel at or visit ALZSD.org. MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP. OCT. 17 (WEDNESDAY)..1:00 PM - 3:00 PM...CEDAR RM Support group for those with M/S, and their families and caregivers. For more information, call Michelle Easterling, M/S Self-Help Group Leader at POST POLIO SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP,.. OCT. 9 (TUESDAY)...12:30 PM - 3:00 PM...CEDAR RM For those dealing with post Polio Syndrome, or anyone dealing with pain. Join us for informative and fun guest speakers. For more information call HEALTH SCREENINGS DENTAL SCREENING.... OCTOBER 3..(WEDNESDAY)...8:30 AM......DEBB CONFERENCE RM Dr. Randy Jungman, a local dentist, will personally meet with you to discuss any dental concerns and problems you may have. He will also discuss gum disease and the effects on your overall health, as well as implants, dentures/partials and second opinions. Call to register, SPECIAL NOTE: NEXT HEARING SCREENING WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 10 COMING IN NOVEMBER FREE SHREDDING EVENT Sponsored by Senior Service Council Escondido Date: Thursday, October 11, 2018 Time: 9:00 a.m. to Noon Location: North West Parking Lot Personal papers only. No quantity limit No BUSINESS. Place in bags or boxes. No need to remove staples. BETTER BREATHERS CLUB...NOV. 8 (WEDNESDAY)...1:00 PM - 3:00 PM...OAK RM Sponsored by the American Lung Association, this support and educational group is for people with respiratory problems like COPD. Meeting topics include updates on lung disease treatment, medications, respiratory equipment, exercise, psychological aspects of lung disease, nutrition, breathing techniques, and more. OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY THRU THURSDAY 9 AM - 3 PM & FRIDAYS 9 AM - 12 PM FOR INFORMATION AND APPOINTMENTS PLEASE CALL

8 Escondido Senior Enterprises (760) Supporting senior center programs & services which include: * Senior Travel Service * Sunday Bingo * Legally Blind Social Club * Emergency Food Vouchers * Song Spinners Sunday Bingo Doors Open to the Public at 10:45 a.m. - Games begin at 12:00 p.m. One pack will be sold for $6; Additional 1/2 pack may be purchased for $3 for each whole pack purchase. For more information call Senior Travel Office Monday - Friday 9am - 12pm Travel meeting Monday, October 8 at 1:00 p.m. in the auditorium. UPCOMING SENIOR TRAVEL TRIPS: Apple Season in Oak Glen w/ Tour of Graber Olive House Oct. 3 Casino Pauma Oct. 15 Yosemite and Chukchansi Resort Casino Oct. 30 Nov. 1 Laughlin Christmas at the Riverside Dec. 3 - Dec. 5 Christmas Mystery Tour Dec. 13 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Van Service to Escondido Senior Center We offer door-to-door service for seniors 60+ that participate in our nutrition program. If you live in Escondido, call at least 24 hours in advance to make your reservation for a ride. Our friendly drivers will pick you up at your home and drop you off at our front door Monday Friday. A donation of $1 each way is suggested. North County Transit District NCTD s BREEZE busses, SPRINTER Trains, and COASTER Trains are all accessible to persons with disabilities and seniors over 60 for reduced fares. See the Riders Guide for updated route maps and schedule, call the phone number listed here for updated information, or visit NCTD Lift Reservations LIFT is a para transit service for passengers with disabilities who are not able to access the fixed route services. Please call to register. RideFact Transportation Provides general purpose trips Monday - Friday, 8AM - 6PM. New low-cost transportation! As low as $4.00 per 5 mile range! Call for reservations and fees. Taxi Voucher Program See page six for more information about this Senior Service Council Escondido program. 8

9 RESOURCE INFORMATION CORNER Senior Resource Office Stop by if you are seeking information regarding general social services in the community. Housing, facilities, services, and general information assistance for older adults. Office Hours: Monday Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Friday The San Diego Food Bank Senior Food Program provides food and nutrition once a month to eligible low-income seniors 60 years or older. Applicants can enroll in the program in person on distribution day. The Escondido Senior Center, distribution takes place on the 4th Monday of the month from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Next distribution will be Monday, October 22 Call San Diego Food Bank for questions at :00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Call for more information HICAP Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program provides assistance and objective information to help seniors and disabled persons make informed decisions about health care coverage, Medicare benefits, and supplemental insurance plan options. HICAP is here on: 3rd Thursday & 4th Tuesday 9:00 a.m :00 p.m. DEBB Room To make your appointment call: Meals on Wheels focuses on caring for seniors 60 and over whose diminished mobility makes it hard to shop for food, prepare meals, or socialize with others. For more information please call the North County Office at or visit Make and Practice your Emergency Plan If you suddenly had to deal with an emergency, such as a fire or earthquake, would you know what to do? Your safety may depend on how well prepared you are. Here are some resources to help you get started. 1. Learn the basics in our video, Emergency Preparedness: Make a Kit and a Plan, at sdge.com/plan. 2. Use our checklists to get ideas for family emergency and evacuation plans, training and drills, and emergency supply kits for home and vehicles. 3. Protect your home in case of wildfire. Get Cal Fire tips and videos on creating defensible space around your home at ReadyforWildfire.org. 4. For more tips on emergency preparedness, visit sdge.com/emergency or ready.gov/make-a-plan. 9

10 Discover Life After 50 For the full listing of classes, simply pick up a catalog at the Escondido Senior Center front desk, visit us online at or call #800 Speed Reading, Monday, 10/1, 10:00 a.m. #639 Guaranteed Lifetime Income, Monday, 10/1, 10:30 a.m. #764 The Mexican War, Monday, 10/1, 1:00 p.m. #742 America s Various Ideologies, Tuesday, 10/2, 1:00 p.m. #743 Policy Making: Interest Groups, Tuesday, 10/2, 2:00 p.m. #801 Spirit Possession, Tuesday, 10/2, 2:00 p.m. #710 Social Connectedness, Wednesday, 10/3, 8:45 a.m. #614 Paper Flower Making: Roses, Friday, 10/5, 10:00 a.m. #727 Re-Imagining the End of Life Experience, Saturday, 10/6, 10:00 a.m. #812 Smartphone Photo/Video Tips, Saturday, 10/6, 11:00 a.m. #726 Regain Your Youthful Memory, Monday, 10/8, 12:00 p.m. #603 Creative Card Making, Tuesday, 10/9, 10:00 a.m. #744 America s Economic Outlook, Tuesday, 10/9, 1:00 p.m. #745 Changing Generational Political Attitudes, Tuesday, 10/9, 2:00 p.m. #703 An Introduction to Acupuncture, Wednesday, 10/10, 1:00 p.m. #729 Sherlock Holmes Magnification Clinic, Thursday, 10/11, 10:00 a.m. #615 Paper Flower Making: Carnations and Hyacinth, Friday, 10/12, 10:00 a.m. #723 Medicare Made Easy, Saturday, 10/13, 9:30 a.m. #746 The Democratic Republic, Tuesday, 10/16, 10:00 a.m. #747 America s Separation of Powers, Tuesday, 10/16, 11:00 a.m. #707 Diet Secrets to Banish Inflammation Forever, Tuesday, 10/16, 1:30 p.m. #792 Let s Talk About Ghosts, Tuesday, 10/16, 2:00 p.m. #712 Nutrition and Brain Health, Wednesday, 10/17, 8:45 a.m. #608 Jewelry Design: Night Devine!, Wednesday, 10/17, 2:00 p.m. #799 Self-Defense for Seniors, Thursday, 10/18, 10:00 a.m. #717 How to Make the Rest of Your Life Your Best Life, Thursday, 10/18, 12:00 p.m. #616 Paper Flower Making: Lavender and Morning Glory, Friday, 10/19, 10:00 a.m. #778 AARP Smart Driver Course, Saturday, 10/20, 12:00 p.m. #748 Political Parties, Campaigns, and Elections, Tuesday, 10/23, 10:00 a.m. #749 Midterm Campaigns, Tuesday, 10/23, 11:00 a.m. #775 A New Way to Travel Together and Save Money, Tuesday, 10/23, 1:00 p.m. #713 Futureproof: Safe, Beautiful Home for Your Changing Needs, Wed., 10/24, 8:45 a.m. #610 Let s Paint It, Wednesday, 10/24, 10:00 a.m. # Estate Planning Docs Every Estate Plan Should Contain, Wed., 10/24, 10:30 a.m. #624 Sip and Paint: Acrylic Painting, Thursday, 10/25, 10:00 a.m. #617 Paper Flower Making: Tulips and Pansies, Friday, 10/26, 10:00 a.m. #721 Medical Benefits of Cannabis for Pain, Friday, 10/26, 1:00 p.m. #612 Paint Along, Saturday, 10/27, 12:00 p.m. #750 The Supreme Court, Tuesday, 10/30, 10:00 a.m. #751 Judicial Activism, Tuesday, 10/30, 11:00 a.m. #805 Why We Celebrate Halloween, Tuesday, 10/30, 2:00 p.m. Independent Organizations & Clubs The following groups are independent organizations and clubs that meet at the Escondido Senior Center For more information please contact them directly: Organization Meets Time Public Information Alcoholics Anonymous Every Wed. & Fri. 12 p.m Escondido Art Association 2nd Wednesday 2 p.m. Escondidoartists.org Escondido Toastmasters Every Friday 7 a.m Gamblers Anonymous Every Wednesday 7 p.m Legally Blind Social Club 1st, 2nd, 4th Wed 9:30 a.m. Nu Chi Unit of Parliamentarians 4th Thursday 1 p.m Palomar Cactus & Succulent Society 4th Saturday 12 p.m Senior Anglers 2nd Friday 9:30 a.m. Senioranglersofescondido.net 10

11 IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS EMERGENCY SERVICES Fire, Paramedics, PD Emergency Poison Center CITY OF ESCONDIDO City Hall Library Code Enforcement Community Services Graffiti Removal Park Avenue Community Center Police Department Utility Billing Water Dept AARP Tax Assistance FINANCIAL HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program) Identity Theft Resource Center Social Security Office Aging and Independent Services County of SD GENERAL INFORMATION American Red Cross DMV Chamber of Commerce SD County Resources..211 Humane Society Post Office Traffic Updates SD Eldercare Directory HEALTH, COUNSELING & SUPPORT GROUPS Adult Protective Services Aging and Independence Services County of SD Alzheimer's S.D American Cancer Soc Arthritis Found Center for Blind Deaf Comm. Services Grief Support Groups. griefshare.org HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy) Interfaith Comm. Svcs NAMI North Inland San Diego Alliance Mentally Ill Kaiser Escondido Medical Info. Line Medicare Help Line Neighborhood Health Care N. Inland Resource Center Ombudsman/Advocate PACC Resource Office Palomar Hospital Pomerado Hospital Section 8 HUD Senior Svc. Council Esc Tri City Med. Ctr Escondido Nutrition Program MEALS & NUTRITION PROGRAMS Interfaith Comm. Serv Meals on Wheels Public Assistance (food stamps) County of SD SD Food Bank or RECREATION, SOCIAL & EDUCATION Escondido Adult School Park Ave. Comm. Cntr Senior Travel Service OASIS Escondido Palomar Community College Ed Brown Sr. Center NORTH COUNTY SENIOR CENTERS Carlsbad Senior Cntr El Corazon, Oceanside Encinitas Senior Center Fallbrook Senior Cntr Oceanside Senior Cntr Park Ave. Comm. Cntr Poway Senior Center Ramona Senior Center San Marcos Sr. Center Vista Senior Center TRANSPORTATION Escondido Sr. Center Nutrition Van NCTD North County Transit District (Bus Service) NCTD LIFT (disabled reservation line) RideFact Taxi Voucher Program

12 The 12 th Annual Escondido Community Wellness Expo was a huge success this year. We would like to thank all our sponsors and supporters for providing valuable information and resources to older adults and their families! Sponsors: Supporters: Americare Anthem Blue Cross Auto Club of Southern California California Counsel on Problem Gambling California Telephone Access Program Citracado Dental Group Clear Captions County of San Diego Aging Independence Services Escondido Fire Department Escondido Police Department Escondido Post-Acute Rehab Escondido Senior Center Escondido Senior Enterprises Graybill Medical Group Meals on Wheels San Diego County MHS North Inland Mental Health Center Mike Cohn & Associates Insurance Agency NCEPT Physical Therapy North County Health Services Palomar Health Palomar Health Home Health Palomar Heights Post acute Rehab San Diego Gas & Electric San Diego Oasis, Escondido SCAN Health Plan Senior Service Council Escondido SER Jobs for Progress Serv Pro Southern Caregiver Resource Center United Health Care UPAC EMASS 12