HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-09-2010 Senior Center Advisory Committee Agenda CITY OF PASCO SENIOR CITIZEN'S ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Chaired by: Richard Brandt
I. Call to order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Approval of the January 12, 2010 meeting minutes.
IV. ALTC program updates for January 2010.
V. Senior Center highlights and discussion
❖ Dental Hygiene services were offered at the Pasco Senior Center on January 11tH
Services are performed by Marie McElderry, RDH, BS of Oral Health Care. These
services are performed at a reduced rate for anyone over the age of 60. For more
information or to make an appointment call 420-0884. These services will be
available again on February 8th, March 8th, and April 12tH
❖ The City of Pasco held a Community Forum at the Pasco Senior Center on
Tuesday, January 12th. The forum was an opportunity for City of Pasco residents
to express ideas regarding future direction for the City and is intended to assist
the City Council in setting their goals. Nine residents and 14 staff members
attended.
❖ A Dental Health Education presentation for seniors was scheduled for January 12th
at 11:00 a.m. There were no participants for this presentation.
❖ An AARP Driver Safety class was held on January 13 & 14 with thirteen people
attending.
❖ A financial Advisory Hour and Dessert Social was held on January 14th from 11 :00
a.m. - 12:00 noon.
❖ The Questers - a diverse group of people who share common interests such as the
love of antiques, love of learning and the desire to preserve historical buildings
and sites - conducted a FREE presentation at the Pasco Senior Center on Tuesday,
January 19th at 1:00 p.m. Four people participated.
❖ A free dance for adults and seniors was sponsored by the Pasco High School DECA
club on January 22"d
❖ A new session of Drawing with Jerre Raven began on January 20th and runs until
March 10tH
❖ New sessions of Enhance Fitness and Senior Stretch and Tone began February 1st.
❖ AARP Tax Aide began Monday, February 1St. Free tax aide is available on Mondays
from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon until April 12th (no services are available February
15th due to the President's Day closure). No appointment is necessary (first-come-
first-served).
Upcoming Events
❖ Another Financial Advisory Hour and Dessert Social will be held Wednesday,
February 10th from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. There is no charge to speak with an
advisor and no appointment is necessary. No products or services will be
advertised or sold during this time.
❖ A Valentines dance sponsored by the Pasco Senior Citizen's Association will take
place on February 10th from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per person.
❖ The Pasco High School Key Club will sponsor a FREE Valentines Ball on Saturday,
February 13th from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. The Key Club will provide live music,
decorations, refreshment and photos.
❖ Another AARP Driver Safety class will be held February 10 & 11 from 9:00 a.m. -
2:00 p.m. Cost is $12 for AARP members (proof of membership must be supplied)
and $14 for non-members.
❖ Audiologists from Columbia Basin Hearing and Balance Center continue to offer
FREE hearing screenings on the third Tuesday of each month at the Pasco Senior
Center. An appointment is required and can be made between 11:30 a.m. and
12:30 p.m. by calling 545-3459. In addition to a hearing screening, the
Audiologists will also clean your hearing aid and provide performance check-ups on
hearing aids. Hearing aide batteries are also available at a discounted price.
❖ A new session of Yoga begins February 16 and runs until March 25tH
❖ A FREE workshop entitled "Reverse Mortgages Explained" will be conducted by
Senior Reverse Mortgage on Wednesday, February 17th from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP to 877-563-4241.
❖ Another session of Sewing with Marcy will begin February 22nd and run until May
24th. Cost is $26 for City of Pasco residents and $31 for non-residents.
❖ A class entitled "Get a Website Quick, Cheap and Easy" is scheduled for
Wednesday, March 17th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost is $47 for City of Pasco
residents and $49 for non-residents. This class is a Power Point presentation.
Students do not need to bring computers.
❖ Seattle Mariners Home Opener: Don't miss one of the most exciting games of
the season at Safeco Field as the Mariners take on the Oakland Athletics.
Experience all of the excitement and special pre-game festivities that only happen
on opening day! We will travel by motorcoach to Seattle where we will be dropped
off right at Safeco Field; no waiting in line or paying to park and you don't even
have to do the driving. Just sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of
Snoqualmie Pass. Tickets are on the 100 level! We will be stopping for dinner on
the way home (not included in the ticket price). This trip is sure to fill fast as
opening day always sells out, so register early! Date: Monday, April 12, 2010.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11 :30 p.m. Fee: $84 for City of Pasco residents and $89 for
non-residents (fee includes transportation and tickets to the game). Registration
deadline: March 12, 2010. Ages: Adult.
VI. Old Business
VII. New Business
❖ Tom Larsen has been reassigned to Senior Citizen's Advisory Committee for
2010-2011.
❖ Water Aerobics classes geared toward senior citizens.