| Senior Enrichment Center 18255 Victory Blvd
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 705-2345
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Adult Day Care
17400 Victory Blvd
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 708-6625
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17400 Victory Blvd
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 708-6377
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Meals for Home Bound Seniors: Stories from the Road that Touch Our Hearts
Maria was so happy to receive her S.H.A.R.E. gifts this December. Her case manager said that Maria asked her to help her write a thank you letter to the family that adopted her. She tried to say thank you in as many ways as she could. Staff was so surprised and saddened to hear that a few days before the New Year Maria passed away unexpectedly. Staff knew her as the "Tootsie Pop" Lady because she often offer her meal delivery driver or case manager a "Tootsie Pop". Staff sends much love to Maria's family at this time and are so glad she was in our lives.
"Harold's Help Desk"
Are you in need of assistance? Stop by
Harold's Help Desk at ONEgeneration's Senior Enrichment Center. Carla will be able to assist you at the center on Mondays and Wednesdays form 8:30am -5:00pm. Feel free to give her a call at 818-708-6624.
Massage Therapy
Did you know that every Wednesday you can come by Our Senior Enrichment Center to get an amazing chair Massage by Maria from
9:30am-12pm? The fee is $3.00. We are at 18255 Victory Blvd., Reseda, CA 91335
Do you need a Podiatrist?
Please call to make an appointment to see Dr.Belczyk. He is at the Senior Enrichment Center every 3rd Thursday of the month from 12:30pm to 2:30pm by appointment only.
Call 818-705-2345 to schedule a time.
Looking for Part-time Employment or a Roommate?
Visit our Employment and Shared Housing Bulletin Boards at our Senior Enrichment Center
at 18255 Victory Blvd., Reseda, CA 91335
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Ways to Support ONEgeneration
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Click on the Ralphs logo to link your rewards card to contribute donations to ONEgeneration. This will not affect your personal rewards. Log in, then go to the Community Contributions program and select ONEgeneration.
You must re-register each year for ONEgeneration to continue to receive donations.
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Volunteer Opportunities:
- Help at our Encino Farmers Market any Sunday from 7am to 1pm
- Deliver a meal to a homebound senior
- Help in a Childcare Classroom
- Teach a class at the Senior Center
- Help in the office and more....
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Did You Know That You
Can Rent Our
ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center for Your Next Event?
Occupancy is 450 persons, and we have approximately 66 available parking spaces. The auditorium is 4,800 sq ft while all of OSEC is approximately 12,000 sq ft. Includes chairs and tables.
A Great Place to Host:
Bar Mitzvahs Anniversaries Quinceaneras Wedding Celebrations Birthdays Meetings and more...
For information regarding rentals at the Senior
Center
please call (818) 705-2345
18255 Victory Boulevard
Reseda, CA 91335
(Corner of Victory/Etiwanda adjacent to Reseda Park)
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For all other ONEgeneration rental
opportunities
including parking lot space please contact Adam at (818) 708-6637.
And remember, your rental fees will help support our programs.
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Looking to advertise your business
to the community?
You can have a booth at our weekly Encino Farmers Market. Now accepting vendor applications. Over 2,000 community members attend the market each week. The vendor fee is $100 for Business Vendors (non-sales vendors). There is a limit of 2 vendors per week.
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Do You Have Questions About Medicare?
See our Partner Paul Davis' Ad at the bottom of this page.
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We are Benefit and Risk Management architects and experts, continually working to gain knowledge of your inner working and needs, we have the tools and staff to support the most comprehensive of programs. Given our reputation as client centric and our expertise, FOY's ability to underwrite and negotiate assures excellent results for our clients.
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Places to go, people to meet, things to do and discover in the Greater Los Angeles area for those energetic on the go active group of people over 60
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WEST-VAL PHARMACY
~Open Every Day ~Fast Delivery
- Most Insurance Plans Accepted
- Prescription Flavoring Program
- Prescription Compounding Specialists
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| Advertise in our Electronic Newsletter! ONEgeneration is a non-profit organization located in Van Nuys since 1978, serving seniors, children and families in our community. Our newsletter goes out to more than 5,000 community members each month. Advertisements will be electronic, printable, in color and linked to your website! Printed versions are available at both ONEgeneration locations. Contact Sue Sexton ssexton@onegeneration.org |
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Advertising in ONEgeneration newsletter does not imply endorsement by ONEgeneration.
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We Are Proud Members of the Following Organizations:
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ONEgeneration would like to thank all of our donors for their support of our 2016 programming.
Just some of the highlights of the past year were:
- "Door to Door" Transportation Program provided 5,441 rides
- Adult Day Care provided over 20,000 activities
- Harold's Help Desk handled over 3,500 inquiries
- Care Management assisted approximately 500 home-bound seniors
- Nutrition Program served 58,629 hots meals at four sites and delivered 56,065 hot meals to home-bound seniors
- ONEgeneration's Senior Enrichment Center provided 3,481 hours of evidence based classes, support groups and exercise and art classes.
Your donation will help these &
many other programs continue into 2017 and beyond.
Happy New Year! Together We Share the Care!
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SHARE Project
Sending Help And Real Essentials
Our annual "adopt a senior" program exceeded expectations this year. 161 seniors in need were matched to donors. These donors received a brief bio about their senior and a small list of suggested items that would help a low income senior live independently such as a new cane, batteries for their hearing aid or simple household items.
Thank you to all our generous and caring donors which included individuals, families, communities, companies and their employees
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Special thanks to Planet Art, The Montage Hotel Beverly Hills, Clumeck Stern Schenkelberg & Getzoff and Yahoo!
Please see below for recent pictures highlighting the giving.
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Dr. David Stern's Expert Corner -
Dementia and Alzheimer's
As a physician, my goal is to alleviate symptoms of illness and cure my patients. As a Geriatrician, I care for many patients suffering from dementia, most commonly Alzheimer's. Sadly, there is currently no cure for this condition and only imperfect medications to relieve its symptoms and slow its progression. The search continues.
The classic anatomical signs of the disease include brain plaques and tangles. There are FDA approved medications that alter the brain chemistry that leads to the development of the plaques and tangles; unfortunately, while the underlying science may be valid, these medicines have worked in only about 20% of patients, slowing the rate of memory loss, but not reversing damage already in evidence.
What can we do while the search goes on to find a treatment or cure? There is evidence that regular physical activity and management of cardiovascular risk factors (diabetes, obesity, smoking, and hypertension) reduce the risk of cognitive decline. I tell my patients' families that if they wish to lower the risk of dementia they should not smoke, they should drink alcohol only in moderation, and follow a Mediterranean diet (high consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts and replacement of butter with olive oil). They should be physically active, socially involved, and cognitively stimulated.
This is my first column of 2017. If there are any topics that you would like me to address in the New Year, please contact ONEgeneration and let them know. I wish you all a healthy and Happy New Year.
Dr. Stern
Dr. Stern serves as the Medical Director of ONEgeneration's Adult Day Healthcare Program. He reviews participant care plans and makes recommendations for enhanced care. If you have ideas for a future article topics please contact ONEgeneration. Dr. Stern is available as needed for consultation on medical concerns.
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Introducing The Time
Slips Program at Adult Daycare
ONEgeneration's Adult Daycare has established a partnership with
Jewish Family Service (JFS) to host and participate in their
TimeSlips Program. TimeSlips is an evidence based program of creative storytelling for adults with Dementia. According to their website, "TimeSlips offers an elegantly simple revolution in elder care by infusing creativity into care relationships and systems... TimeSlips provides hope and improves well-being through creativity and meaningful connection."
JFS was awarded a grant to run a TimeSlips group with their participants who are Holocaust survivors and also have diagnoses of Dementia. ONEgeneration will be hosting the program at the Adult Daycare starting
January 10 and several of our Adult Daycare participants will have the opportunity to participate in the group alongside the JFS members. ONEgeneration looks forward to working together with JFS to enrich the lives of the seniors served by both programs.
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For all the people who made new year resolutions to eat healthier, what better place to find a wide verity of tasty fruits and veggies than the Encino Farmers Market. Our farmers pick produce the day before the market so it's the freshest it can be. Persimmons are still plentiful and are full of vitamins.
We have a wide variety of products at the market as well. For the vegans and vegetarians we have Blod Kuh, vegan cheese made from cashews. They have also added a vegan yogurt. If you like the real deal Bonjour! prides itself in its natural ingredients for their French yogurt. There is no added sugars, just real milk, or sheep's milk, and a ton of probiotics! Naturally sweetened with honey or agave, these make for a perfect treat or breakfast parfait! They also make delicious salads that have no artificial ingredients. The delicious organic nut butters at Healthy Butter are a customer favorite.
**Please note we will be closed on New Year's Day**
Every Sunday 8 am til 1 pm starting January 8th
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January Tributes and Dedications
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In Recognition of:
Karen Raia - Thank you for being such a wonderful Niece, love Aunt Pat
Frank (Pupie) - My Favorite Nephew
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love Aunt Pat
Jo Anne Mc Colloch's Birthday on January 30th,
from Rose Cicinelli
Anaya White, from Marilyn Rand
Kathryn Wiltfong, from Carrie Harlow
Miyoki Chan, from Danielle Zucker
Brenda and Wonderful Staff! Thank You,
Aaron Ron Greenberg
In Memory of :
Barbara Widolf
Shirley Steinhardt, from Sandra Berman
Martin Zimring, from Donald Zimring
David Goetz - Forever in Our Hearts,
Always in our Tears
Anne Minkoff, from Karen Berk
To make a tribute on behalf of a loved one or to a ONEgeneration supporter please contact Sue at (818) 708-4756 or ssexton@ONEgeneration.org.
Donations will be followed by a personalized message in our upcoming newsletter and m
essage on your behalf will be sent directly to the family.
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Senior Enrichment Center December Highlights
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ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center
Class of the Month: Quest / World Issues
This discussion group is one of the most popular classes at OSEC, with people showing up a half an hour before the start time to claim a seat. Sam, a former u
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versity professor, has been moderating for the past couple of years and the participants love him. Once in a while someone else wants to step up and moderate and Sam is fine with that, because usually the seniors will clamor for Sam to come back and do it after all.
Sam brings a list of possible discussion topics, issues he has gleaned from the news and conversation. This list is usually just a backup, since someone will start by raising their hand and introducing a topic. Sam will only recognize those with their hands up, and interruptions are not allowed, though they do happen. In fact the discussions can become quite heated, but a general sense of consideration and humor seems to prevail. But Sam does make it clear, "if you do not follow the rules, you have to leave the room." If a topic veers into an area too controversial or unpleasant, Sam will suggest a subject change, or sometimes the one subject will lead into another, or just talk itself out. In a recent class, the subject was changed 10 times in the 90 minute session.
The class is so popular, says Sam, because "people like to get the opportunity to speak their minds." Though the class has its regular stalwarts, there are always some new faces at each meeting. Some talk more than others, and some just listen. One thing is certain, there are no shortage of opinions. Come on out and join the discussion!
Moderated by Sam Behmoiras, Thursdays 1:00 - 2:30 pm
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ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center
Senior Story of the Month
About one year ago, Marji was searching for a place to volunteer at and walked right into ONEgeneration. Originally from New York, Marji went to Hunter College and then moved to California to pursue her Masters at the University of Le Verne. She became a Registered Dietitian and did that for 47 years (22 years at St. Joe's).
When it was time to retire she decided she wanted to volunteer. She started volunteering at an animal shelter working with cats. That is when she found ONEgeneration, she first started volunteering at the ONEgeneration Daycare Center down the street but soon transferred to the ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center.
She is at the front desk on Wednesday mornings and Thursday afternoons. She loves being a receptionist due to the fact that she loves talking to the people coming in. When she is not at ONEgeneration Marji is spending quality time with her husband or playing with their adorable Labradoodle Abbey. So come stop by and get to know Marji, you won't regret it!
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At-Risk Teen Program
ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center wrapped up another session of our At-Risk Teen Program on December 19th. Young men from Pacific Lodge Youth Services come to OSEC once a week to participate in art projects along with senior mentors. The lessons are facilitated by the talented staff of Imagination Connection, a non-profit
organization dedicated to bringing the arts to under-served communities including the intellectually disabled, senior citizens, and at-risk youth through its unique mobile arts program. One of the favorite activities this session was making mixed media collages.
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NEW GYM FLOOR
ONEgeneration is go grateful to Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl for a recent grant which enabled us to install new rubber floors in the gym at the Senior Enrichment Center. This is an important upgrade from the previous old carpeting.
The new floor safer for exercising with less risk for falling. The new gym looks very professional. Many thanks to the Supervisor and her staff who made this possible, especially Sr. Field Deputy, Benita Trujillo.
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Dentex Dental: On December 8th, over 20 seniors received Dental services thanks to Dentex Dental. Call the main office today at 818-705-2345 to sign up for the next Dentex Dental Day!  
Vital Scan: On December 13th, over 30 seniors received free Thyroid Screenings thanks to Vital Scan!
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE
SENIOR ENRICHMENT CENTER:
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- Wednesday, Jan. 4th, 11 am - 2 pm: Safelink Wireless Free Cell Phone Program Workshop,
- Wednesday, Jan 4th 1:00 - 2:30 pm: New Science 4 All Class Starts, Read More
- Tuesday, Jan 10th, 10:00 am - noon: Free Leg Ultrasound Health Screening. Please call or visit the main office to sign up, 818-705-2345. Read More
- Friday, Jan 13th, 10:00 am - noon: Free Ear Health Screening, please call or visit the main office to sign up 818-705-2345. Read More
- Tuesday, Jan 17th - Tuesday, Feb 21st, 2:00 - 4:00 pm: DEEP: Diabetes Empowerment Education Program, 6 consecutive Tuesdays, Read More
- Monday, Jan 23rd, 10:00 - 11:30 am: Regal Lakeside Medical Presents: Good Foods for your Circulatory System Cooking Class, Read More
- Monday, Jan 23rd, 9:30 - 10:30 am: Ask a Geriatrician with Dr. Magda Lenartowicz, Topic is Side Effects of Medications. Read More
- Monday, Jan 23rd, 9:30 - 10:30 am: Walk N Talk class starts today and meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Read More
- Monday, Jan 30th, 10:30 am: Ladies Who Lunch, the Art of Story Telling, Read More
- Tuesday, Jan 31st, 2:00 - 4:00 pm: Free 2- Part Legal Seminar, Presented by Sara Polinsky, Attorney at Law. Part One is Estate Planning 101: The Basics of Wills and Trusts. Part Two will be on Feb 28th, Planning for Long Term Care. Read More
- Song Birds:8 Week Singing Along with the Piano Course. $48 for the whole series or $6 per class. Please call Ellen at 818-900-4306 or the front desk at 818-705-2345. Read More
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2017 New Year Save The Dates
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- Annual Senior Symposium, Saturday, May 20th, ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center. Over 80 vendors.
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The 2017 Enriching Lives
Award Gala Honorees
Every year, ONEgeneration celebrates deserving accomplishments at our annual Enriching Lives Gala and on
Friday, April 21, 2017 at the Skirball Cultural Center
, we are excited to be doing so once again!
We will present the
"Enriching Lives Award" to
Allan Cutrow and
Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP in recognition of Allan's personal dedication to civic engagement, to the non-profit sector, and the firm's 108 year history and commitment to philanthropy.
To acknowledge the leadership and the support he provides to non-profit organizations in the San Fernando Valley and applaud his role in CRESA's corporate philanthropy, ONEgeneration will present the
"Leadership Award" to
Rick Pearson and
CRESA.
For more than 20 years, the National Charity League, San Fernando Valley Chapter, has donated thousands of volunteer hours and tens of thousands of dollars to ONEgeneration. In recognition of this dedication and support we will present to them the "Share the Care Award."
If you or your company are interested in being a sponsor for this event please click here for more information. Deadline to be included in the invitation is now January 15th.
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