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Logo Contest Winner
The Winner of the 50 and Better Club logo contest and recipient of a gift card for $100 is Jeff Fleming.
Congratulations! Here is the new logo:
Jo Ann Allen Reading
 The 50 and Better Club and The Women's Resource Center invite you to a reading of excerpts from OpenShut by Jo Ann Allen.The former public radio news anchor will be joined by actors to read scenes from her screenplay.
Join us Thursday, May 15, 2008 from 6:30pm to 8pm in the Community Resource Room at The San Diego LGBT Community Center.
*Please RSVP To Coordinator Senior Services, David VanGilder, at (619) 692-2077, ext. 205 or dvangilder@thecentersd.org
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Dine Out Luncheon
Join the 50 and Better Club for our next Dine Out luncheon Wednesday, May 7 at 11:30 am at Western Steakburger, 2730 University Avenue in North Park.
Please RSVP to Al Kalian at (619) 296-0833 or Judy Hyde at (858) 453-2074.
For additional information, please contact David VanGilder, Coordinator Senior Services at (619) 692-2077, ext. 205 or dvangilder@thecentersd.org .
Trip to Carlsbad Village
Join the 50 and Better Club for a trip to Carlsbad Village on Wednesday, May 28, 2008.
Depart from Old Town Transit at 9:50 am onboard Coaster #630 arriving in Carlsbad Village at 10:37 am.
Return on Coaster #656 at 3:40 pm arriving at Old Town Transit at 4:26 pm.
Senior/Disabled round trip tickets are $5.50 (pay only $1.75 if you arrive by bus or trolley with a transfer or use your monthly bus pass).
Please RSVP to Al Kalian at (619) 296-0833 or Judy Hyde at (858) 453-2074.
For more information, please contact David VanGilder, Coordinator Senior Services, at dvangilder@thecentersd.org or 619-692-2077, ext. 205.
WORKSHOPS
Lunch and Learn
"Gay, Gray and Fabulous - Becoming Fearless, Wise & Free"
Presented by Michael Kimmel, San Diego Psychotherapist 
Join us for a light lunch Wednesday, May 21 from noon to 1:30 pm. in the Community Resource Room at The Center, 3909 Centre Street.
Navigating the Health Care System in a More Effective Way
Join Ellen Arcadi, RN MPH, Tuesday, May 27, 2008 from 1-2 pm in the Community Resource Room at The Center, 3909 Centre Street.
For information, please contact: David VanGilder, Coordinator Senior Services at (619) 692-2077, ext. 205 or dvangilder@thecentersd.org.
Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement®
Move and feel better in ways you forgot were possible! The Feldenkrais Method improves movement. These gentle and fascinating lessons are an alternative to pain, stiffness and restrictive movement. Come join us for an afternoon filled with pleasant surprises.
The free class is taught by Rich Manuccia, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Teachercm on Monday, May 19, 2008 from 2 to 3:30 pm in the Community Resource Room at The Center, 3909 Centre Street.
Please bring a yoga mat or towel to lie on.
For additional information please contact David VanGilder, Senior Services Coordinator at (619) 692-2077, ext. 205 or dvangilder@thecentersd.org.
Groups
Needlecraft Group
Learn embroidery, silk-ribbon embroidery, beading and felt craft with instructor Helene Goodman.
The group meets every Saturday from 4-5:30 pm. at The Center, 3909 Centre Street. Craft supplies will be provided at the meeting.
Reading Group Book Club
The Reading Group Book Club meets the first Friday of each month from 2-4 pm in Group Room 3 at The Center, 3909 Centre Street. For information please contact Charlie Pratt at (619) 573-0902 or charlespratt@hotmail.com.
Music Appreciation
Join host Alan DesRoches for this month's class, which continues tracing the Nationalist movement with Grieg from Norway and Sibelius from Finland.
This very popular group meets next on Tuesday, May 13 from 2-3 pm in the auditorium at The Center, 3909 Centre Street.
Transgender Focus Group
All those interested are encouraged to join the Transgender focus group. The goal of the focus group is to increase transgender participation in 50 and Better Club activities.
The group meets Thursday, May 7 from 2-3 pm in the Community Resource Room of The San Center, 3909 Centre Street.
Adult Day Services Focus Group
The focus group will meet on Thursday, May 15, 2008 from 12 noon to 1 pm in Group Room 2 at The Center, 3909 Centre Street.
The Adult Day Services Focus Group meets the third Thursday of each month to explore options for caregiving and our community.
Introduction to Meditation
Please join this very popular group Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 2-3 pm in Latino Services at The Center, 3909 Centre Street.
The Introduction to Meditation group will also meet on Saturday, May 10, May 17 and May 31 from 2-3 pm.
Art Group
Would you like to learn basic figure drawing and painting? Would you like to try your hand at a portrait, abstract or still-life? Join others 50 and Better in this multimedia art group and use pencil, pastel, watercolor and more to express yourself! No previous art experience necessary. The group is free, although some basic materials may need to be purchased.
Join Sabato Fiorello on Wednesdays at 1:30 pm. You may join in at any time during the session, but we take a one week break between 8 week sessions, so call first at (619) 692-2077.
Gentle Yoga
The Center and Silver Age Yoga Community Outreach (SAYCO) present Gentle Yoga. Classes are free and all are welcome. The class is taught by GLMBATM, RYT, Certified Yoga Therapist and Instructor, Certified SAYCO Instructor. You may reach her at (619) 890-YOGA with questions. If you have friends under 50 that could benefit from this class please bring them - they are welcome to attend.
Gentle Yoga meets each Thursday at 2:45 pm.
Tai Chi
Join instructor Walter Jackson every Saturday at 10 am and 11 am at The Center, 3909 Centre Street (not available during holiday weekends). Dress comfortably. For more infomraion on Tai Chi, visit www.thewalkingtiger.com
F.O.G. (Fellowship of Older Gays)
F.O.G. is a social organization for older gay men in San Diego. Members meet for a coffee social every Tuesday and Saturday morning at 10 am at The Open Air Cafe, 1816 Howard Avenue.
The discussion group meets every Tuesday, 6:30-8 pm at The Center, 3909 Centre Street.
FOG Movie Night is the first Friday of the Month at 7 pm in the Community Resource Room at The Center.
For more information, call (619) 702-4586 or email fogsandiego@hotmail.com.
Support Groups
New Men's Group
The Center's Behavioral Health Services is offering a new men's group focusing on health and sexuality. This free group will be a great place to talk openly with other men about their experiences, how to talk about safety, sex and building relationships.
The group meets Mondays from 7 pm to 8:30 pm at Behavioral Health Services 2313 El Cajon Boulevard. Call (619) 260-6380, ext. 105, to learn more.
You Are Not Alone: Cancer Support Group for Women
"You Are Not Alone" is available for women with any type of cancer. The group meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at The Center's Health Services, 2313 El Cajon Blvd. This is an ongoing, committed group, not a drop-in group. "You Are Not Alone" is generously sponsored by a grant from the BCause (Breast Cancer Alliance United to Support and Educate) Fund of the San Diego Human Dignity Foundation.
To set up an initial interview, please contact Information and Referral at (619) 260-6380.
Drop-in Support Group for Men
The Monthly Drop-in Support Group for Men is an open forum for discussion of life's challenge that meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month, 12-1:30 pm in Group Room 3 at The Center, 3909 Center Street.
Drop-in Support Group for Women
The Monthly Drop-in Support Group for Women is an opportunity to share with new friends and an open forum for discussion of life's challenges. It meets on the 2nd Fiday of each month, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm in Group Room 3 at The Center, 3909 Centre Street.
Family and Friends Caregiver Group
This group is for women whose partners, family members or friends are living with cancer. It meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 6 pm to 7:30 pm and there is a $30 fee.
This is not a drop-in group. To participate, you must first complete an intake assessment. Contact Information and Referral at (619) 260-6380 to schedule an intake.
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Olin/Grinchuk
Senior Space
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Here you can use a computer with Internet access or take a look at the senior resources binder where you can find contact information for every type of helpful organization, from housing, to legal, to employment resources. Also, plan a small meeting or workshop and take advantage of the private space. For more information or to reserve the space, contact the Front Desk at (619) 692-2077.
Drop-in hours:
Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 9:30 pm
Sat. 9 am to 6:30 pm
Check out
www.thecentersd.org/swap.php
for a comprehensive list of resources for LGBT seniors!
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Community Calendar
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www.ourlgbtevents.org
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24hr Infoline
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Senior Services 24hr. Infoline
Call: (619) 692-2077, ext. 801
This 24hr. information line provides recorded information regarding events, group meetings and other Center-planned senior activities.
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Aging As Ourselves
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 Do you or anyone you know need resources for housing, food, home-delivered meals, home visitors, in-home help, transportation, counseling, legal services, tax prep and health? There is a lot of help for you!
Aging As Ourselves
We are happy to announce this exciting community project and proud to say that The Center's Senior Services is a part of it!
Aging as Ourselves is a community-wide collaborative that provides a safe and comfortable environment for LGBT seniors to tap into culturally responsive legal, social and health-related services.
The easiest way to connect to these resources is by calling Renee at ElderHelp, (619) 284-9281, ext. 15.
The San Diego LGBT Community Center will provide individual mental health counseling and seminars, referrals to health and social services, and access to legal seminars and legal counseling. In addition, seniors will be reached through social, cultural and skill-based activities as well as support and discussion groups. For more information, contact David VanGilder, Coordinator Senior Services at (619) 692-2077, ext. 205.
ElderHelp will: direct the Aging as Ourselves project; provide case management and referrals to health and social services for LGBT seniors; assist with volunteer recruitment and training; provide space for free legal counseling; and develop and conduct health provider educational trainings and seminars. For more information, contact Renee Nashtut at (619) 284-9281, ext. 15 or rnashtut@elderhelpofsandiego.org.
Seniors Active in a Gay Environment (S.A.G.E.) will work with ElderHelp to recruit and train volunteers to provide culturally sensitive, non-medical, in-home supportive services to LGBT seniors. In addition, S.A.G.E. will sponsor an Alcoholics Anonymous group, a Prostate Cancer Support Group for men, provide space for free legal advice and provide health and social services for LGBT seniors. For more information, contact Tom Kirkman at (619) 298-9900 or sagesd@sage-sd.com.
Family Health Centers of San Diego will develop and implement an HIV/AIDS social marketing campaign targeted towards LGBT seniors to increase awareness of STD risk factors and safer sex practices, as well as to encourage STD testing. For more information, contact Bob Lewis at (619) 515-2586 or robertl@fhcsd.org.
Elder Law & Advocacy will provide free legal assistance and counseling for LGBT seniors at several of the locations listed here. For more information contact Bob Martin at (858) 565-1392 or bmartin@seniorlaw-sd.org.
By working together to ensure that services are delivered in a culturally sensitive fashion, we hope to enhance the quality of care and reduce health risks for LGBT seniors.
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Resources
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Cyber Center
The Cyber Center is open daily 9:30 am to 9:30 pm.
Individual Counseling Available
Our therapists have flexible hours at The Center's Behavioral Health Services - 2313 El Cajon Blvd. Please call (619) 260-6380 to book your appointment today.
Toni Atkins Lesbian Health Fund
The Toni Atkins Lesbian Health Fund was established by The Imperial Court de San Diego and The Center to assist low-income and uninsured lesbian and bisexual women in accessing necessary healthcare resources. Pick up an application at The Center (WRC), The Lesbian Health Clinic or get it online in English or Spanish at http://thecentersd.org/
toniatkinslesbianhealthfund.php .
The S.E.E. Club Mentor
(Seniors Educated and Empowered)
Medicare and Healthcare Plans Discussion and Help
Confused about Medicare? Having trouble understanding your Health Plan? Volunteer Glen Flint will share his health plan knowledge while educating and empowering participants with respect to their Medicare and health plans. He can also help with or refer you for assistance in filling out confusing and lengthy Medicare claim forms and other paperwork, as well as share information on how the various health plans work.
Feel free to email Glen for one-on-one help at gflint1@san.rr.com.
Center Seniors Yahoo Group
Join this email group and keep in touch with new activities, resources and events happening in Senior Services as well as The 50 and Better Club! Click this link to join:
centerseniors-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Senior Resource Fair Committee
The Senior Resource Fair Committee meets the Third Thursday of each month to plan the Third Annual Senior Resource Fair to be held August 23, 2008 in the auditorium of The San Diego LGBT Community Center.
For information, or to join the committee, please contact David VanGilder, Senior Services Cooordinator, at (619) 692-2077, ext. 205 or dvangilder@thecentersd.org.
Senior Advisory Committee
This committee meets the 1st Thursday of every month, Noon to 1 pm at The Center. Interested in helping plan and coordinate senior programs at The Center? Call about joining the SAC, (619) 692-2077, ext. 205.
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Interested in Volunteering?
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As our program grows, we will need your help to keep it strong! What talents do you have? Can you plan events, teach a hands-on workshop, lead a movement class, give a lecture, facilitate a support or discussion group?
What are your skills?
Even if you want to help set-up chairs, we need and appreciate your help! Your community needs you.
Please contact our volunteer coordinator: Amanda Bejarano-Liqato at (619) 692-2077, ext. 210 or aBejarano-Liqato@thecentersd.org
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Contact Us
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For information on all events and activities in the 50 and Better Club Enewsletter please contact Senior Services Coordinator:
David VanGilder
(619) 692-2077, ext. 205 or dvangilder@thecentersd.org
24 Hr. Info-line
(619) 692-2077, ext. 801
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The mission of The San Diego LGBT Community Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and HIV communities by providing activities, programs and services that:
- Create community
- Empower community members
- Provide essential resources
- Advocate for civil and human rights
- Embrace, promote and support our cultural diversity
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