Archive By Section - Senior Living
Putting the ‘happy’ in each new year
The expression, "Happy New Year" is something we've all said and heard over the past couple of months.
102-year-old takes it one day at a time
If you think this recession is anything like The Great Depression, Ruth Johnston has news for you. It's not.
e-waste fundraiser benefits Senior Center Sunday
Those aesthetic angels are at it again. Gerri McCorkle, Jan Fear and Corinn Miklosovic are planning another GRANDS e-waste fundraiser at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center. "GRANDS" - which stands for "Giving Respect and Nurturing to Deserving Seniors," will hold the special recycling event on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Center, located at 22900 Market Street, Newhall 91321. "Funds collected, generated from the recycling of no-longer-wanted electronic items, will assist in our ...
Knitting hands help many stay warm
There are red ones, blue ones, striped ones, frou-frou ones. Close to a hundred tiny, hand-knit hats were created by the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center's needlework and craft class for a very special cause.
Be a smarter senior: Protect yourself and your assets
Seniors, adult children and caregivers are invited to attend a Smarter Seniors Forum on Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center, located at 22900 Market Street, Santa Clarita.
Looking back on a lifetime of love
A lifetime of memories met the party of a lifetime when Lester and Millie Tanner recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
Michelle Sathe: My favorite senior moments of 2009
At 40, luckily, I didn't have too many senior moments of the slipped-my-mind variety in 2009. However, as the writer who covers Senior Living as her regular beat, I did experience some pretty incredible moments with Santa Clarita Valley seniors and the people who care for them.
A ‘Karaoke Kristmas’ for seniors
Karaoke, dancing, raffle prizes and a decadent holiday lunch were the highlights of the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center's 'Karaoke Kristmas' party held Dec. 24.
SCV’s own ‘Calendar Girls’
Shirley Laurino, 55, of Stevenson Ranch is a full-time special education teacher. She's also a calendar pin up.
Senior Calendar
Senior Lunch Menu Available Monday through Friday at the SCV Senior Center in Newhall, and at Bouquet Canyon Seniors. Also available Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Masonic Lodge in Friendly Valley (661) 299-4595. Monday -Meat lasagna Tuesday - Oven fried chicken Wednesday - Southwest stew Thursday - Fish Vera Cruz Friday - Center Closed - Meryy Christmas! Note: Menu is subject to change. Activities The SCV Senior Center is located at 22900 Market St. ...
Making sense of Medicare
Turning 65 does have its advantages. That's the milestone when seniors can apply for Medicare, the federal health insurance program that covers most U.S. residents 65 and older, as well as those who have received Social Security disability for at least 24 months, have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis , also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, or have end-stage renal disease. "When you become 65, you are automatically eligible for Medicare if you paid Social Security tax ...
Not just a bus - it’s independence
Lorraine Jackson, 80, had to stop driving seven years ago due to a heart attack. Her sons, both police officers, were too concerned to let Jackson get behind the wheel again.
Senior Calendar
Mobile Solutions Van visits SCV Senior Center The Mobile Solutions Van from the Braille Institute will be available for the visually impaired at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the following up-coming date: Dec. 10 The Braille Institute Van offers a wide variety of services for the visually impaired without the time or trouble of visiting the Braille Institute in Los Angeles. Services include, for example, the sale ...
SCV Senior Center program in distress
Dancing. Singing. Origami. Bingo. There's never a dull moment during the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center's Adult Day Care program, which opens its doors to seniors and the disabled Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
POLST helps with hard decisions
Planning ahead for one's end-of-life medical care is generally not a topic people look forward to discussing.
Articles by Section - Senior Living
What to look for in elder care
As men and women enter their golden years, many decide they can no longer maintain their homes and choose to downgrade to something smaller, be it an apartment or a condominium.
Don’t fall for these retirement myths
Do you dream of the day you can retire, but aren't sure how to get there? You're not alone.
Senior Calendar: Monday,Feb. 25, 2013
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