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Activities for all
SLO County Residents 50+
Spring 2014
NEW
COME JOIN US FOR A
BEHIND-THE-SCENES
TOUR OF
FIRESTONE WALKER
BREWING COMPANY
Firestone Walker Brewing Company started up in Santa Ynez in
1996, and the facility moved to
Paso Robles in 2001. Firestone
Walker’s brew staff is a four-time
winner of “Mid-Size Brewery of
the Year” at the World Beer Cup
competition.
Our 45-minute guided tour of
this award-winning brewery will
include a comprehensive look at
the brewery’s oak barrel brewing
system, lab, brew deck, cellar, and
packaging line.
The date of our tour will be scheduled in April, and the tour is limited to 15 participants. To make
a reservation, please call Ann at
(805) 674-7092 before April 4th.
Don’t miss out on the fun!
Come Play
Pickleball
Wednesdays
Going On
12:00-2:00 pm
Now!
$2/player
Saturdays
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Colony Park Community Center
5599 Traffic Way
America’s Fastest Growing Sport Is Here!
Like Tennis, But Played on a Smaller Court
Easier to Learn...Serve Underhand
Great Exercise...Low Impact
Open to the Public - All Ages Welcome!
Don’t miss the FREE opportunity to learn about a “new” sport
that currently has almost 200,000
people playing across the U.S.
More Info?
470-3360
Free Pickleball Clinic
March 18 @ 6:00-7:30 pm
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Weekly Activities
All activities are located at the Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way in Atascadero, unless otherwise specified. All SLO County residents 50+ are welcome!
Call 674-7092 for details.
MONDAY
50+ Line Dancing Class, 9:00 – 10:00 am
($5.50/class)
Kick up your heels & enjoy the music!
Sign to Song Class, 10:00 – 11:00 am (Free)
An easy way to learn sign language while signing to
music.
Poker for Prizes, 10:00 am – Noon
($3-$4 to play)
A fun group of men & women – all skill levels welcome! Winners receive gift cards.
Jewelry Art Group (1st & 3rd Wed. each Mo),
12:30-3:30 pm (Free)
If you enjoy making jewelry, bring your projects
& supplies & work in a casual, supportive atmosphere.
Ping Pong, 10:00 am – Noon (Free)
Ping pong equipment provided by Community
Center staff.
Pickleball,12:00-2:00 pm ($2/player)
Low-impact fun! Equipment provided.
TUESDAY
Pool, 10:00 am – Noon (Free)
Pool table equipment provided by
Community Center staff.
THURSDAY
Movies at the Pavilion (2nd Thursday of each
month), 10:00 am (Free)
Bring your snacks & drink, & enjoy the movie at
the Pavilion on the Lake!
Badminton, 10:00 am – Noon (Free)
All skill levels welcome –
rackets & birdies are provided.
Badminton, 10:00 am –12:00 pm (Free)
All skill levels welcome – rackets & birdies are
provided.
Senior Yoga & Stretch Class,
11:15 am – 12:15 pm ($6/class)
Gentle yoga, restorative stretches, strengthening exercises and deep breathing.
Senior Yoga & Stretch Class,
11:15 am – 12:15 pm ($6/class)
Another class to keep you relaxed & fit.
Pickleball, 5:30-7:30 pm ($2/player)
Play Pickleball in the evening! Equipment provided.
(New day & time - starts March 25th!)
WEDNESDAY
FRIDAY
Bunco for Prizes, 10:00 am – Noon
($4 to play)
Enjoy this easy-to-play dice game. Lots of fun &
cash prizes!
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SPRING TIME
GARDEN FUN!
ATASCADERO COMMUNITY GARDEN
Now is the time
to get your garden plot ready
for Spring planting! The Paloma
Community Garden is located behind the Methodist Church south
of Atascadero at
11605 El Camino Real. This garden is supported by the Methodist
Church and is open for anyone to rent a bed to grow any
pesticide-free fruits, flowers, and vegetables. To visit the
restful garden & enjoy this work-in-progress, drive in
past the church and towards the soccer fields – you’ll
see the garden nearby. For more information, call the
church secretary at 466-2566.
Spring 2014
FREE MOVIES
AT THE
PAVILION!
Come join us to watch a free movie at 10 am on the 2nd Thursday of each
month in the Community Room of the Pavilion on the Lake. We will be
showing a variety of popular movies, and you are welcome to bring your
own drink & snacks! Tentatively scheduled for the months ahead are:
March 13: THE WILD PARROTS OF TELEGRAPH HILL (2005)
This poignant documentary chronicles the true story of a homeless San
Francisco street musician who adopts a flock of wild parrots as he searches for meaning in his life. An inspiring film with a surprise ending. Rated
G, 83 mins
April 10: THE MAGIC OF BELLE ISLE (2012) This is a heartwarming & beautifully written story about a renowned author who has lost his
enthusiasm for writing. He renews his creative passion after moving to
a quaint island & gets to know his next-door neighbors – a single mother
& her three daughters. Starring Morgan Freeman & Virginia Madsen;
FUN CLUB DOWNTOWN DUCKIES
Come join other volunteers and help maintain Atas- directed by Rob Reiner. Rated PG, 109 mins
cadero’s beautiful downtown plant & flower urns. Only
one hour per month of your assistance is needed, and
everything – including hand tools & gloves – will be
provided for you! Volunteers meet the third Wednesday
of every month at 9:30 am. For details, call 461-6533.
NORTH COUNTY
MULTIFLORA GARDEN CLUB
Meets at the Paso Robles Community Church, 2706
Spring Street, at 1 pm on the second Wednesday of the
month. (May meeting will be at a different location with
a luncheon and installation of officers.) There are no
meetings during the months of June, July and August.
New members and visitors are always welcome. Garden Club activities include tree planting on Arbor Day,
maintaining the rose garden at PR Centennial Park, gardening work at the Colony House in Atascadero, garden
and nursery visits, speakers at the monthly meetings,
herb and spice groups, plant exchanges, and many more
activities. Upcoming special events: The Club will meet
Wednesday, April 9, at 1 pm. James Rikel, from Atascadero, will give an overview of how he and his wife
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May 8: CHOCOLAT (2000) A romantic comedy/drama about a single
mother & her young daughter who move into a peaceful French village &
open a chocolate shop during the height of Lent. The shop’s rich, sensuous desserts scandalize the town, but soon the villagers learn to savor the
sweetness. Starring Juliette Binoche, Lena Olin, Judi Dench and Johnny
Depp. Nominated for five Academy Awards. Rated PG-13, 121 minutes.
June 12: LEE DANIELS’ THE BUTLER (2013) Based on a true story
about Cecil Gaines, who served as the White House butler under eight
presidents over three decades. This political drama stars Forest Whitaker,
Terrence Howard, Vanessa Redgrave, & Oprah Winfrey. Rated PG-13
(language, disturbing image), 113 mins
July 10: CAPTAIN PHILLIPS (2013) This suspenseful movie is based
on true events that made international headlines. A cargo ship is taken
hostage by Somali pirates & the US Navy plans to rescue the crew. Starring Tom Hanks & Barkhad Abdi. Rated PG-13 (some violence), 134
mins.
August 14: CHASING ICE (2012) In this science & adventure documentary, environmental photographer James Balog deploys time-lapse
cameras to capture a record of the world’s changing glaciers, compressing
years into seconds to illustrate how ice mountains are disappearing at an
alarming rate. PG-13, 76 mins.
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CLASSES! CLASSES!
The City of Atascadero’s Recreation Division’s
“Senior Friendly” Classes
Clogging (Beginning, Easy Intermediate & Watercolor
Pick up your brush and join our
Intermediate Classes)
A fun way to stay fit & meet new friends! No partner needed.
NEW beginners can start in September only. Experienced
cloggers can join anytime. Meets at the Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way.
Class meets Wednesdays, 9:00-10:00 am (Beginning)
Dates: On-going
Cost: $5.50/class or Punch Passes Available
Line Dancing
Line dancing is a choreographed sequence of steps performed in unison by several dancers all facing the same direction in parallel lines. Studies have shown Line Dancing
in particular to be a great help in areas of memory, balance,
cardiovascular, and vertigo. You never need a partner and
have lots of fun and great exercise without knowing it. Meets
at the Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way.
class exploring the exciting world
of watercolor. Enjoy learning a variety of techniques while painting
landscapes, florals, seascapes and
other subjects. For supply list please call instructor, Evelyn
at 466-7459.
Class meets Wednesdays, 9:00am-12:00 noon or
Thursdays, 1:00-4:00 pm
Dates: On-going
Cost: $41.50 (6 week class)
Figures & Faces
Multi-media workshop class with students painting independently using oils, acrylics, pastel and pencil on subjects
of their choice. For supply list please call instructor, Evelyn
at 466-7459.
Class meets Mondays, 9:00-10:00 am or Tuesdays, 10:0011:00 am
Dates: On-going
Cost: $5.50/class or Punch Passes Available
Class meets Thursdays, 9:00am-12:00 noon
Dates: On-going
Cost: $41.50 (6 week class)
Senior Yoga, Stretch Class
Classical Music Appreciation
Enjoy a combination of gentle yoga, restorative stretches,
strengthening exercises and deep
breathing. Shirley Bruton, herself
a senior, brings years of experience as a Certified Yoga Instructor
and extensive training in fitness and flexibility. She has created a unique class for seniors and the physically challenged.
Basing her class on the student’s need, always adaptable, in a
friendly, warm and supportive environment. Work at your
own pace and capabilities; all levels welcome. Please wear
comfortable, loose clothing and bring your own mat, towel
and water to class. This class is a great way to embark on
your day! Meets at the Colony Park Community Center,
5599 Traffic Way.
Class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:15am-12:15 noon
Dates: (on-going, join anytime)
Cost: $7/class drop-in or Punch Passes Available
Music of twelve 20th-21st
Century composers. In
this class we will learn
about and hear music of
twelve composers from the
20th-21st Century up to
today, one each week over
two 6-week sessions. Composers presented will include Debussy, Ravel, Stravinsky, Prokofiev, Vaughn Williams, Copland, Barber, Shostakovich, John Adams and others. Class
meets at the Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic
Way.
Class meets Tuesdays, 1:00-4:00 pm
Dates: 3/12-4/23
Cost: $51.50
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CLASSES! CLASSES!
The City of Atascadero’s Recreation
Division’s “Senior Friendly” Classes
Ballroom Dance
No Partner Needed! Join the resurgence of Ballroom Dance.
Discover the self-confidence, physical benefits, and just plain
fun dancing can provide. Session I focuses on the basics of
Swing & Fox Trot. Session II introduces Waltz while continuing more steps in Swing and Fox Trot. Session III takes on a
Latin theme with instruction in Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo,
and Salsa! All sessions include beginning, intermediate, and
advanced instruction to accommodate the varying abilities of
the class. Students may enroll in all three or choose sessions
separately. For more information please call the instructors,
Dan or Sharon Davis 461-0599.
Class meets Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm at the Pavilion
Dates: 3/4-3/25, 4/1-4/29 & 5/6-5/27
Cost: $36/session
You can register for any of
these classes at the Colony
Park Community Center
(5599 Traffic Way) or online
(free) at
www.atascadero.org.
For more information please
call 470-3426.
Multiflora garden club cont’d: turned a yellow lawn
to public gardens at Pierce College in Woodland
Hills. Mr. Rikel taught Human Physiology and was
department chair for more than 30 years. His wife
is a biologist and taught Biology Majors in the Life
Sciences Department. She also studied Landscape
Design. Meeting will be held at the Paso Robles
Community Church. For more information, call
805-712-7820.
The Club will hold a Plant Sale/Fundraiser on Saturday, April 26, 9 am to 1 pm, at the First Presbyterian Church, 610 South Main Street, Templeton.
Lots of quality, locally grown plants. Funds go to
a scholarship for a student majoring in the Earth
Sciences. Call 805-712-7820 for more information.
Tuesday
March 4, 1:00 PM
Colony Park Community Center
5599 Traffic Way , Atascadero, CA
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Community Announcements
& Special Events
“WELCOME TO MEDICARE” SEMINAR, Tuesday, March
4, 1 pm, Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way.
This is a free presentation by HICAP (Health Insurance
Counseling & Advocacy Program). HICAP is a non-profit
organization that provides information about Medicare so
you can make informed decisions. To reserve a seat, or for
more information, call 1-800-434-0222.
system. First Tuesday of the month, 11:00 am, library’s Martin Polin Community Room. For more information, call
Brian at 461-6162.
SATURDAY IN THE PARK SUMMER CONCERTS SERIES, June 21 through August 9, 6:30 pm. Bring your folding chairs, blanket, and a picnic basket, and enjoy a variety of
wonderful bands. Don’t forget to wear your dancing shoes!
FINE ART AND WINE TASTING TOURS, downtown
Atascadero. March 21, 5:30-8:30 pm, AND June 6, 5 - 9 pm. CENTRAL COAST PETANQUE CLUB meets Sunday and
$10.00. For details, contact Lisa Echeveria, 805-712-1619, or Tuesday afternoons at the Colony Park Community Center.
Learn how to play this easy French outdoor ball game. For
email tolisaech@hotmail.com
more information, call (805) 438-4726, email info@central“SOLUTIONS TO PREVENTING FALLS”.
This free, coastpetanque.com, or visit their website at www.central45-minute presentation by Physical Therapist Tom McLaugh- coastpetanque.com
lin discusses the problems and causes of falls in adults, as
well as practical solutions to avoid or reduce falls. Tuesday, SENIOR TUESDAYS AT THE VINEYARD – Come to “SeMarch 25, 1:00 pm, Colony Park Community Center, 5599 nior Tuesdays” at Poalillo Vineyards, every Tuesday, 11:00
am – 3:00 pm. The vineyard is located at 7970 Vineyard
Traffic Way.
Drive, Paso Robles (on Vineyard Dr, north of Hwy 46 West).
LIVE OAK SINGLES - This is an active group of north Receive 15% off all purchases in their wine tasting room, incounty senior men & women who meet every month for ac- cluding wine, food & accessories. Sit out on the shaded pativities such as shows, theatre & potlucks. Special outings tio & enjoy your pizza and salad! (805) 238-0621.
include the Melodrama, Morro Bay Cruises, and other adventures. This social group is for seniors 65+. Call Evelyn AARP (Atascadero Association of Retired People) offers activities for seniors at their Clubhouse, located at the Lake
Sturgis at (805) 239-4123 for more information.
Park between the Zoo & the Pavilion, 7848 Pismo Ave. For
ATASCADERO COMMUNITY BAND – Everyone is in- general information, call Virginia Carsley at 466-0447.
vited to the Spring Jazz Concert, Sunday, May 11, 3–5 pm, at Party Bridge: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, Noon – 3 pm.
the Atascadero Bible Church, 6225 Atascadero Mall. Free; Bridge lessons are offered on Fridays at 10:30 am.
donations are welcome. “Tuesday Night at the Lake” is held Pinochle: Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Call Margaret at 466Tuesday evenings, 7 – 8 pm, June 17 through August 26, at 0836 for details.
Atascadero Lake Park. For more information, call 805-239- Mah Jongg: Tuesday & Thursday, 10:15 am – 1 pm. Call
4644. Join the Band! The Community Band is always look- Claudia at 462-3138, or Kathy at 460-9496 for more inforing for new members. If you are interested in joining this mation.
wonderful band, contact Mr. Basi at 546-3100, ext. 2700.
BINGO – The Templeton Lions Club holds Bingo every
HISTORICAL ATASCADERO CITY HALL TOURS. Do- Monday at the American Legion Hall on Main Street. The
cent led tours are offered Monday through Thursday at noon. doors open at 4:30 pm, and games start at 5:30 pm. For more
To schedule a special tour, email atascaderocolonymuseum@ information, call (805) 434-2844.
gmail.com, or call 805-466-8341.
ATASCADERO LIBRARY – BOOK DISCUSSION
GROUP. A different book is discussed each month, old
or new, fiction or non-fiction, by authors from all over the
world. The only qualifications for the books chosen are that
they are well written, interesting, & available in the library
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ATASCADERO FIRE DEPARTMENT
BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOUR
MEMOIRS WRITING GROUP meets the 2nd
Wednesday of every month, 10 am, in the building
behind the Berean Church, 9325 El Bordo, Atascadero. This group is dedicated to writing memoirs,
but other writing may also be included. Those who
are interested in writing, sharing ideas about writing,
or just like to listen, are all welcome to attend. For
details & directions, call Bob at (650) 208-5229, or
Marge at (650) 208-5233.
RANCH DOG KNITTING, 5835 Traffic Way in
Atascadero hosts a knit-along (or crochet!) every
Tuesday & Thursday from 5:30 – 8 pm. Enjoy socializing while you’re working on your projects. For
information, call 464-4075.
SINGLE SENIORS CLUB – This social club currently has openings for more men to join. Monthly
socials are held at restaurants & coffee shops, and also
includes activities such as music events. For details,
call 541-4515.
PHILOSOPHICAL & CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP for seniors, Tuesdays, 10:00 –
11:30 am, Hagen Center, 5905 East Mall, Atascadero.
Call 466-4764 for more information.
ATASCADERO POLICE DEPARTMENT
RIDE-ALONG PROGRAM
The Atascadero Police Department offers citizens
the opportunity to ride along with a patrol officer in
order to learn more about how they serve our community. Ride-alongs are allowed on a case-by-case
basis, depending on the availability and scheduling
of officers. For more information, please contact
Commander Allen at 470-3236.
Have you ever wondered how
firefighters prepare for the
emergencies they respond to?
Do you want to see the equipment hidden inside the compartments of fire engines? Do
you know what firefighters do
at the fire station while they’re
waiting for emergency calls?
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Atascadero’s Main Fire Station
#1 to find out! In addition to the tour, we will attend a presentation
on Home Fire Safety and Fire Prevention, and a demonstration will
be made on the proper way to use a fire extinguisher.
If you are interested in attending this special event, please call 6747092 by no later than April 18 to make a reservation for the 90-minute tour and demonstration. The date for the tour and presentation
will be scheduled for the end of April.
Join the Downtown Duckies
Do you enjoy being outdoors? Do you enjoy
planting flowers? Then the Downtown Duckies are for you! Come join other volunteers
and help maintain our beautiful downtown
plant and flower urns. Only one hour per month of your
assistance is needed, and everything – including hand
tools & gloves – will be provided for you! We meet the
3rd Wednesday at 9:30 am at Sunken Gardnens. No experience neccessary! To sign up, call 461-6533 or email
atascaderofunclub@charter.net.
Bunny Town & Chick City
April 12-April 27 @ Charles Paddock Zoo
Spring will be spectacular this year at the Charles Paddock Zoo because your favorite backyard friends are
back! Come enjoy the fur and feathers for a limited time
this Spring. The fun begins on April 12th and ends on
April 27th. Hope over to Bunny Town and see what
egg-citing friends they have...and it’s all FREE with your zoo admission.
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ARE YOU READY FOR A
LITTLE ADVENTURE?
RSVP/SENIOR VOLUNTEER SERVICES & SILVER BAY
TOURS PRESENTS:
RSVP trips are geared to a slightly slower pace, and special
arrangements may be made for those with mobility issues.
You do not need to be an RSVP member or senior to travel
on a RSVP trip.
Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino plus Day Trip to Yosemite: October 12, 13 & 14, 2014. Enjoy the beauty of Yosemite or remain at the Casino (your choice). $375 double
occupancy, or add $75 for single. Includes transportation,
2-nights lodging, luggage handling, entrance to Yosemite,
one $20 meal credit & $20 slot play. Call RSVP at (805) 5448740 to reserve your seat!
Lazy Arrow Outdoor Adventures in Santa Margarita: April
3, 2014. This ranch is full of many exotic and native animals,
beautiful tree-sloped hills, picturesque open fields of grass
& wildflowers, and photo opportunities galore. You’ll have
fun on the hay ride to the chuck wagon lunch. Cost is $75
per person – includes transportation, entrance to venue, and
lunch. Call RSVP at (805) 544-8740 to reserve your seat!
More; 7/30-7/31 – Pageant of the Masters, Getty Museum;
7/13 – Disney Concert featuring Western themed music;
8/3 – Oasis LA Dodgers vs Cubs Game; 10/23 - Fillmore
Railroad Train Tour; Fall 2014 – Coast Redwoods, Ferndale,
Eureka; 10/26-10/29 & 11/10-11/13 – Catalina Island Tours.
For more information, call (888) 304-3006, or visit www.silverbaytours.com
SILVERADO TOURS
Silverado Stages is offering luxury motorcoach tours to a
variety of destinations. Upcoming tours include: 3/19 “Jeopardy!” TV show at Sony Studios; 3/22 - Monterey Bay
Aquarium & Cannery Row; 3/26 – Piedras Blancas Lighthouse & lunch; 4/6 – Dodgers vs Giants Game; 4/19 – Forever Wild Animal Sanctuary; 4/27-4/30 - Aquarius Casino
& Resort, Laughlin; 5/26-6/1 – Grand Canyon RR & Sedona;
6/7 – Huntington Library; 6/10-6/11 – Hilmar Cheese Plant
Tour & Lunch, Oakdale Cheese & Stanislaus River Float
Trip; 6/12 – SF Bay Cruise & Alcatraz Tour; 8/9 – Nethercutt
Collection; 9/14 – Giants vs Dodgers Game; 9/27 – Getty
Center; 10/6-10/11 – Albuquerque International Balloon
Fiesta; 12/10 – Reagan Library; 12/31-1/1 – Rose Bowl Parade Overnight. For more information, call David Maislen
at (805) 474-4010, or go to www.silveradostages.com.
CHUMASH CASINO SHUTTLE
Chumash Casino Resort in Santa Ynez offers a weekly shuttle
to its casino for a $20 per person fee, and you will receive $20
slot ‘free play” when you arrive at the casino. On Thursdays,
the shuttle will pick you up at 8:45 am at the Target shopping
center in Paso Robles, and the pick up time for Atascadero is
9:00 am at K-Mart. The return shuttle leaves the casino at 5
pm. For reservations, call (805) 543-3130.
SILVER BAY TOURS
Escorted overnight motorcoach trips are being offered by
Silver Bay Tours. Upcoming trips for 2014 include: 4/164/18 - Palm Springs Follies & Descanso Gardens; 5/4-5/7
– History of Missions of San Diego & Ramona Pageant;
5/22-6/2 – Colorado Trains; 6/16-7/1 – Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, Mt. Rushmore & Custer’s Last Stand Battlefield &
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Newsletter Advertising Space
Are you a business or organization who would like to
advertise in our bi-monthly newsletter? Please contact
the Fun Club at atascaderofunclub@charter.net.
The North County Humane Society (NCHS) is now
waiving the adoption fee for seniors 62 & older who
adopt a senior cat (8 years & older) with our free “Seniors for Seniors” program. Find your free, perfect feline companion at the NCHS! We also have over 60
kittens up for adoption. Adoption fee is $100, which
includes a FIV/FELV test; treatments for ear mites, fleas
& worms; vaccinations at 8 & 12 weeks; cost for spay/
neuter; and microchipped! Due to superstitions that
are in some people’s heads, we are overflowing with
black kittens. So change their luck by adopting a wonderful black cat or kitten & let them into your heart!
We currently have too many cats & kittens at the shelter
and too little funds, so any donation would be greatly
appreciated. Stop by the shelter, or mail your donations
to: North County Humane Society, 2300 Ramona Rd,
Atascadero, CA 93422, or call 805-466-5403.
Our Pet Bereavement Support Group offers a free support group the last Thursday of every month from 6:30
– 7:30 pm. This group is open to all family members
& is led by a Bereavement Counselor. The group is intended to help those who have lost a pet to transition
from grief, emotional pain, & sadness, to appreciation
& acceptance. For more information, call Sherry at
466-5403.
SANDBAG INFORMATION:
Sand is available free of charge at Fire
Station 1 located at 6005 Lewis Avenue.
You must, however, purchase your own
sand bags at any Hardware Store.
HOW TO GET YOUR
COPY OF THE FUN CLUB
NEWSLETTER!
Be the first to learn about the Fun Club’s new activities and
special events! If you would like our newsletter emailed to
you, contact us at atascaderofunclub@charter.net, or call
(805) 674-7092.
Our newsletter is also available on the City of Atascadero’s
website, www.atascadero.org: click on “Living Here”, “Activities & Recreation”, then “Seniors & Boomers” to read
the newsletter.
The Fun Club Newsletter is also available at the following
locations:
*Colony Park Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way
*Atascadero Public Library, 6850 Morro Road
*Atascadero Chamber of Commerce, 6904 El Camino Real
*AARP building at Atascadero Lake Park
*Paso Robles Senior Center, 270 Scott Street
*Templeton Community Services District Office, 420
Crocker
Weed Abatement
Deadline for the public to clear their
weeds is June 1, 2014. Thank you for doing
your part!
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And the award goes to…..
Senior Helpers of the Central Coast announced that it has been awarded
with Home Care Pulse's "2014 Best of Home Care" distinction. This is the
second year in a row that Senior Helpers has been
recognized as one of the best. Awarded to the top 50% of
agencies in client and employee satisfaction scores from
Home Care Pulse, Senior Helpers of the Central Coast is
now ranked among a select few of the best agencies in
the United States.
"We know that sometimes it is difficult to make care
decisions when you don't have specific experience with an agency. It was
our goal to provide families with the ability to make an informed decision,
have tangible ways to measure quality and help them find a comfort level
when choosing an agency to work with," commented Aaron Marcum,
founder of Home Care Pulse.
Husband and wife owners, Richard Snouffer and Lark Ireland, were thrilled
to share this news with their staff. "Our caregivers and internal staff are
integral parts to our organization as well as helping us achieve this
prestigious award," remarked Ireland. "Our respect and compassion for
each other's responsibilities and duties mirror how we feel about our
clients."
Selection Process - Many factors are determined in the selection
process for the "Best of Home Care" award including the evaluation of
client and employee satisfaction in areas such as agency training,
communication, overall quality of care, caregiver performance, caregiver
morale, response to problems and recommendation of services to name a
few.
About Senior Helpers - Senior Helpers is dedicated to
helping individuals and families living on the Central
Coast. Specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's care and
using the unique Senior Gems program, Senior Gems focuses on what
those with dementia can do, instead of what they cannot do. Visit
www.seniorhelpers.com/sanluisobispo or call the office at 461-5892 to
learn more about their services.