Welcome to the first monthly newsletter of the San Geronimo Valley Community Center dedicated to sharing information about programs and services in the San Geronimo and Nicasio valleys for older adults. This newsletter is intended to be an ever evolving publication and we encourage feedback from this community on content that you would like to have shared.

Almost every weekday the Community Center offers programs and events designed for older adults.

MONDAYS:

Chair Yoga with Muniera Kadrie - 11-11:45 am - West Room

Senior Lunch - 12 - 1 pm - Valley Room

Click here for February Lunch Menu

Food Pantry - 11 am - 2 pm - Front Lobby

Exercise for Altacockers - 3:15 - 4:15 pm - Valley Room

TUESDAYS:

Growing Old Gracefully Support Group - 10:15 - 11:45 am - Living Room

(this group is currently full contact Julie Young to be added to waitlist)

THURSDAYS:

Exercise for Altacockers - 3:15 - 4:15 - Valley Room

Mah Jongg - 6:30 pm - Living Room (for less experienced players)

FRIDAYS:

Senior Stroll - 9:30 - 10:15 - Meets at Gym

Senior Tai Chi - 9:30 - 10:30 - Valley Room

Senior Tea & Cookies Gathering - 11:00 am - 12 pm

(1st & 3rd Friday of the month)

Senior Games & Social - 12 - 2:30 pm (1st & 3rd Friday of the month)

Mah Jongg - 1 - 4 pm - Living Room

On Friday, February 9, 2024 there will be a free Elder Excursion trip to Drakes Beach to see the Elephant seals. Interpretation will be offered by a park ranger. No beach access will be available. The Community Center van will be leaving at 9:30 am and returning to the Community Center by 2 pm. RSVP to Julie Young at jyoung@sgvcc.org.

On Monday, February 26th at 1 pm the will be a presentation on Medicare Fundamentals.

Medicare is as “easy” to understand as taxes. Ok, so it’s not so easy. 

Question: Who’s responsibility is your healthcare?

Gain a detailed understanding of Medicare so you can be more informed when you step out there and have to deal with agents and plans. We will cover all the parts of inpatient coverage, outpatient coverage, prescription plan choices, Medigap supplemental products, managed care nuances and more. Michael Thompson from the Medicare Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program presents this informative presentation. Email Julie Young for more information at jyoung@sgvcc.org. 

Friday March 8th

Bear Valley Earthquake Trail Trip

Monday, March 11th

Pop-Up Vaccination Clinic

(Flu, Covid & RSV Vaccines) 1:00 - 3:00 pm

March 14th - Intro session

Growing Old Gracefully 

John Gunnerson and Peter Oppenheimer 

8 weeks starts on March 21st

Thursdays: 10:00am - 11:30 am

Tuesday March 19th : Trip to Town

Marin County Parks Wildflower Talk @ Fairfax Library 11am 

*In connection with Fairfax Library Events, the Community Center provides a ride to town for a few hours. Go to the library, have lunch, stroll through town..

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Friday April 12th

Trip to the DeYoung 

Fashioning San Francisco Style: A Century of Style

Saturday, April 13th

Fairfax Library

Mini Senior Resource Faire

Tuesday April 23rd : Trip to Town

Every Other Month Book Club @ Fairfax Library 11am

*In connection with Fairfax Library Events, the Community Center provides a ride to town for a few hours. Go to the library, have lunch, stroll through town..

The San Geronimo Valley Elders Advisory Council is a gathering of individuals and representatives of organizations that identify and address the needs of elders of the San Geronimo Valley and Nicasio through coordination, advocacy, trusted advising and agreed upon actions. The Elders Advisory Council inspires connections, builds community, and creates opportunities for meaningful engagement. The Elders Advisory Council meets on 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2 pm.

Things in the works:

• The Elders Advisory Council is currently working on a needs assessment for older adults.
• Conversations on enhancing affordable housing for older adults

New website:

Check out our new website calendar. You can easily filter activities and events by Senior Activities.

The Bennett House Apartments Waitlist is open now until April 24, 2024 - (90 days). Bennett House is located at 53 Taylor Dr, Fairfax, CA 94930 and is HUD subsidized for persons 62 yrs of age and older or non-seniors with a disability. 

Why not today? Our ability to support the needs of the community rests on the generosity of people like you.

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