Universal Charitable Deduction: The CARES Act includes provisions that allow eligible taxpayers a partial above-the-line deduction of up to $300 in gifts made to public charities for tax year 2020. Eligible taxpayers are individuals who do not itemize their deductions, allowing those taxpayers a tax benefit that they would otherwise not receive for supporting nonprofits. The deduction is limited to cash gifts only. Read more #LAtogether

Thank you to all of the sponsors of ONEgeneration's Car Pool Movie fundraising events this fall. We appreciated the support of LADWP, US Census 2020, Total Senior, UCLA Health, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Carol & Stu Zimring, Sharky's Woodfired Mexican Grill, Halo Home Care and Clumeck Stern Schenkelberg & Getzoff. Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket and who brought food for our food pantry. And last but not least, thank you to our wonderful volunteers including those from the National Charity League, Inc., San Fernando Valley Chapter who helped with these events. We could not have done it without your assistance directing cars and selling refreshments! All proceeds from these events supported ONEgeneration's COVID-19 Relief Programs. See photos below from The Nightmare Before Christmas screening.

Do you know of a senior in the southwest SFV who is isolated at home and you want to send them a nice message for the holidays? We have yard signs for seniors that include personalized messages!! We will deliver and install with a minimum donation of $25 ☺️ All donations support ONEgeneration's Senior Enrichment Center! Call 818-708-6618 to order your sign!

ONEgeneration's Fall Sages & Seekers Program is virtual this semester! Here are some photos below of our Senior Enrichment Center Sages with their High School Seekers during their breakout sessions. We are thrilled to be still be able to connect the generations during these weekly video conferences. If you are a senior interested in learning more about being a Sage next semester, please call 818-705-2345.

Our friends at PBS American Portrait released a 30-min special called Generation Nation, which explores how people in different age groups see themselves and their place in America through following the stories of three individuals of different ages. You can watch the special HERE! And you can check out the project, and add your own story, at PBS American Portrait.

For a list of businesses that are open in Los Angeles Click Here

Caring for Yourself & Your Community English Link and Spanish Link

Friendship Line: Call 1-888-670-1360 for 24/7 support if you are 60 years or older, or an adult living with disabilities. Provided by the Institute on Aging:  Link

California Senior Medicare Patrol Fraud Alert: Link

LA County Hotline if you are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed 1-800-854-7771

Headspace is offering LA County residents free subscriptions to its digital platform for improving mindfulness, relaxation and well-being. Their vast library of content includes guided meditations, workout videos and sleep-promoting sounds, all of which can be readily accessed from your computer, tablet or smartphone! Signup here.

SoCalGas’ CARE program can help during these challenging times. If you’re recently unemployed or currently facing financial hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic or for other reasons, you may now be eligible to save 20% on your natural gas bill. Complete the quick online application at socalgas.com/care and find out instantly if you qualify.

Free Standing Oscillating Fans: ONEgeneration has new free fans available for seniors without properly working air conditioning. Please call ONEgeneration's Senior Enrichment Center at 818-705-2345 for more information.

Metro Bike Free Classes: Link

This November, you can find our ONEgeneration/LADWP Community Booth Thursdays from 11 am-1 pm at our Senior Enrichment Center's "Walk-Up" Food Pantry, (please note Pantry assistance requires an appointment). Our staff can help you reduce your LADWP bill. Find out if you qualify for financial assistance to help pay off past due LADWP bills.

To join our upcoming LADWP webinars in November, email our LADWP Community Outreach Coordinator Stephanie Gomez at Sgomez@onegeneration.org or call 818-708-4759. Webinars will take place via Zoom on Wednesday, November 11^th or 18^th from 11 am-12 pm. Your participation in a Webinar registers you for a chance to win a prize in our Monthly Raffle.

Time to start dusting off those old fall recipes. The Farmers Market has a bounty of seasonal produce just right for a delicious pie or stew. Stop by G-Farms or Etheridge Farms if you are looking for persimmons or apples to make a tasty pie or pudding.  Visit Underwood Farm or Givens, where you can pick up a variety of root vegetables to put in a soup or stew. Also in our food section you can pick up a wide selection of dried fruits and nuts, ideal for cookies, cakes etc...  For those who like to shop early for the holidays, visit our annual Fall Boutique on Sunday November 15^th at the Encino Farmers Market from 8am to 1pm.                    

ONEgeneration’s Grandparents as Parents Program has helped kinship families in need of groceries and other household supplies during the pandemic. If you are a kinship caregiver in need of support, please contact our GAP Program Manager at jodum@onegeneration.org

Well Connected and Well Connected Español connects individuals 60 years old and over to virtual classes, conversations, and other activities and are accessible on line or by telephone. Programs are designed to help seniors stay connected to a larger community and are available in both English and Spanish . These programs are free of charge to individual participants. 

To learn more, visit www.covia.org  or call 877-797-7299 or email coviaconnections@covia.org

Thank you to the National Council on Aging for your virtual Senior Center Resources listed above. Here are a few more of their suggested links to staying connected and engaged from home.

Regal: Classes

Los Angeles County Workforce Development, Aging & Community Services contracted with ONEgeneration's Senior Supportive Services Program to now include Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Hidden Hills and Westlake Village (LA County) as of July 2019. If you live in this area and know an older adult in need of in-home support please refer them to this program. See flyer below...