Volunteer of the Month
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July 2019
Charles Roberts
This month we’d like to give thanks to a familiar face, but one you might not know of in relation to the Highland Senior Center. Charles Roberts is the former editor of the Highland Community News, where he was a big supporter of the Highland Senior Center and would often visit the center to cover our events and activities. However when he retired at the end of 2017, he continued to support our center, but in a different capacity. Before retiring, he asked Jeff, the Outreach Director if we could use some volunteers, as he did not want to become bored. Well, he asked the right person, as he was immediately made a Transportation Assistance Program (TAP) driver. He volunteers to drive just about every weekday, and sometimes on weekends as well. Yet his helping us out doesn’t stop there. He also helps out in our Food Program, three days a weeks. He sorts outs the food we bring in and then helps us to pass it out to our seniors. We would also like to thank his wife, Myrna, who gives him time off from his retirement Honey Do list to help us out.
Featured Class
Brain Fitness
Date: January 16, 2019
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Length: 8 Weeks
Cost: $8 members
$8 non-members
Instructor: Member Based Instruction
Location: Sun Room
Description: Quite sure we could all use a little better Brain Fitness. Your brain may not be a muscle but you need to keep it active to keep it healthy. Some of our members take advantage of our university classes, but learning is only a part of exercising your brain. To help you out we offer this Brain Fitness class. The class promotes brain health through fitness, nutrition, cognitive exercises and activities to boost memory skills and stimulate the brain. Adults are living longer and longer, and we need to promote mental as well as physical health. The group does crosswords, puzzles, trivia, and encourages active discussion. Everything is designed to get those synapses firing. The class is taught by various students, who take turns coming up with lesson plans. That in itself is a brain fitness activity! If you want to sharpen your skills and learn new things this group is for you . The group meets on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in the game room and is always full, so make a mental note to show up at registration to ensure your spot. If you forget to register, you really need to get fit!
Featured Activity
Yoga
Time: Fridays 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $5.00 per class members
$5.00 per class non-members
Location: Exercise Room
Description: In these stressful times we have the perfect solution to help you relax. Yoga. Yuki Mugimiya, our yoga instructor, came to us from Kumamoto, Japan. It was there that he mastered karate and yoga. It was this mastery that brought him to the states. He was hired in 1971 by the Cincinnati Police Department to teach them karate. While there he also taught at the University of Kentucky. Then he transferred to the west coast to teach at U.S.C. He said that he teaches seniors the same techniques he taught the police and college students. He just slows down the pace. It is a mixture of Japanese, Chinese, and Indian yoga. [Sendo which blends Asamas (postures), Seifuku-ho, Qi-Gong, Mantras, and a few other techniques into this unique style.] He is also certified with the Bodden Institute for Yoga Holistic Studies and the International Yoga Alliance. So whether you have trouble getting into the lotus position, or if you can get both legs behind your head, this class is for you, he'll be able to get you relaxed. He also shows Shia-tsu and other massage techniques as well. The classes are on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:00 am and are only $3 per class, so come and join them for a stress free time.
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Staff Info
Board of Directors
John Henry, President
Diane Harvey, Vice President
Jeffrey Graden, Treasurer
Virginia Kautzman, Secretary
Donald Doris, Director
Pat Fischer, Director
Rich Blanco, Director
James Davis, Director
Audrey Martinez, Director
Robert Wengen, Director
Don Clay, Director
Rosetta Love, Director
Mary Perdue, Director
Stan Logan: Director
Cameron Griffin, Director
Sharon Pierce, Director
CiCi Tenney, Director
Linda Sowell, Director
Staff
Penny Lilburn
- Executive Director
Carl Alban
- Bookkeeper
Mike Sylva
- Newsletter
Jeff Novak
- Outreach / TAP Coordinator
Dave Mitchell
- Newsletter Typeset
Martha McGrew
- Receptionist
Jorge Diaz
- Shuttle Bus Driver
Mission Statement
To enrich, maintain, and protect the quality of life of Senior Adults...
Announcements
AARP Mature Driving Courses at the HSC. August 22-23 September 19 - refresher course November 21 - 22 Call the Front Desk to register or if questions.....862.8104.
We're taking our 9 passenger bus on some shopping trips. We're going to places like Trader Joes's; Bed, Bath & Beyond; Target; Walmart. Call the Front Desk at 862.8104 for details as seating IS limited.
HSC University Summer class registration is June 28th. 1st session begins the week of July 8th. Late fee applies if you do not pre-register.
Our 9 passenger bus is available to transport Folks to our daily lunch, bingo and other special events. Call 862-8104 to get a ride to the HSC.... space IS limited and you MUST call at least 2 days prior to the ride.
Upcoming Events
August 15, 2019 3:30 PM - Hawaiian Luau
Our Hawaiian Luau features authentic food, music and dancers. ALWAYS a bit hit so purchase tickets early since it does sell-out. Limited number of tickets at $5.00 each available at our Front Desk. Sponsored by San Manuel Band of Mission Indians AND Ascend Hospice.
July 26, 2019 11:30 AM - Hot Dog Days of Summer BBQ
BBQ Hot Dog with chips, drink and dessert for $3.00. Buy your tickets in advance, please. FYI - August 30th as well.
June 1, 2019 varies - Lunch Bunch Van
We're taking the Lunch Bunch to; - CA Science Center - Hadleys - Hollywood - Amazon - Planes of Fame Museum - Seven Oaks Dam - Perris Auto Speedway - The Redlands Bowl and MORE. Ticket prices vary and are in advance ONLY at our Front Desk. Call 862-8104 for information.
July 9, 2019 1:00 pm - Rock Painting Class
Back by popular demand. Come join the fun for $10. which includes all supplies necessary to create your own masterpiece(s). Great for gifts ! Must pay in advance at our Front Desk.
July 18, 2019 1:00 PM - Price is Wrong
This one is always a blast ! Win cool prizes and enjoy root beer floats for FREE. Bring a Friend. RSVP to Front Desk....862.8104.
Articles
A New Way To Help Out - Through Amazon
By: Mike Sylva
A new program has been created through Amazon, the online e-commerce business. AmazonSmile is a program where Amazon donates 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products to the charitable organizations selected by it's customers.
We were recently informed by Amazon that several of their customers had selected to support the Highland District Council On Aging (i.e. the Highland Senior Center). To support the center, instead of going to www.amazon.com, shop at AmazonSmile (http://smile.amazon.com) where you can buy the exact same things you would at their normal site, and the same prices. We did check it out and it's legit. So continue to shop at Amazon and help out your Senior Center at the same time.
