March 20, 2020
Dear Members, Volunteers and Guests,
Auburn Senior Center’s highest priority is the health and well-being of all our members, volunteers, guests and staff.
The Placer County Health Officer and Governor Gavin Newsom issued directives yesterday instructing individuals to shelter at their place of residence and restricting non-essential activities in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Given the actions directed by local public health officials and the state the Auburn Senior Center is closed for all activities and workshops beginning Monday, March 16, 2020 through Sunday, April 12th, 2020. We continue to closely monitor and evaluate developments of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and local health and government authorities. As information develops, we will provide updates.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has suspended service until further notice. If you have an appointment we will contact you to reschedule once AARP provides their plan to us. Unfortunately we are not taking new tax appointments for this season. For more information contact AARP Tax Aide at 1-888-227-7669.
AARP Safe Driver classes at the Center have also been suspended. We will contact you to reschedule your class. The Department of Motor Vehicles has initiated a program to give 60 day extensions for Driver’s Licenses and Car Registrations due by May 16, 2020.
Click here for a list of local resources you may want to refer to as a quick reference.
I found this article and felt it would be most helpful at this time to share a portion of it.
Gratitude turns what we have into enough ~Anonymous
It is challenging to stop ourselves from focusing on what is hard and what we have on our plate, whether it be illness, financial woes, job frustration and the like. These things do, in fact, grab a lot of attention and are real. But, what if, at least once a day, you were to just stop for a moment, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and find something that is worth appreciating? It might take thirty seconds out of your day and for that moment, your focus goes inward, instead of on external circumstances.
Implementing this thirty second practice can do nothing but bring you a moment of respite from the hard stuff. And you might even find that you choose to practice this more than once a day. Watch what happens when you try this-and give yourself the always available gift of gratitude.
Following are a few ideas of how to stay healthy and strong during this time:
The Center has been a hub of activities for up to 400 participants a week. I would like to invite you to continue to be the support that you have been to each other in your activities by letting us know if you would like to volunteer to call someone that may be feeling isolated at this time. If you would like to receive calls we would be happy to arrange that as well. Through your efforts we can continue to be a support system.
Thank you for your support and understanding.
Regards,
Denise DiMiceli
Executive Director
Dear Members, Volunteers and Guests,
Auburn Senior Center’s highest priority is the health and well-being of all our members, volunteers, guests and staff.
The Placer County Health Officer and Governor Gavin Newsom issued directives yesterday instructing individuals to shelter at their place of residence and restricting non-essential activities in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Given the actions directed by local public health officials and the state the Auburn Senior Center is closed for all activities and workshops beginning Monday, March 16, 2020 through Sunday, April 12th, 2020. We continue to closely monitor and evaluate developments of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and local health and government authorities. As information develops, we will provide updates.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has suspended service until further notice. If you have an appointment we will contact you to reschedule once AARP provides their plan to us. Unfortunately we are not taking new tax appointments for this season. For more information contact AARP Tax Aide at 1-888-227-7669.
AARP Safe Driver classes at the Center have also been suspended. We will contact you to reschedule your class. The Department of Motor Vehicles has initiated a program to give 60 day extensions for Driver’s Licenses and Car Registrations due by May 16, 2020.
Click here for a list of local resources you may want to refer to as a quick reference.
I found this article and felt it would be most helpful at this time to share a portion of it.
Gratitude turns what we have into enough ~Anonymous
It is challenging to stop ourselves from focusing on what is hard and what we have on our plate, whether it be illness, financial woes, job frustration and the like. These things do, in fact, grab a lot of attention and are real. But, what if, at least once a day, you were to just stop for a moment, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and find something that is worth appreciating? It might take thirty seconds out of your day and for that moment, your focus goes inward, instead of on external circumstances.
Implementing this thirty second practice can do nothing but bring you a moment of respite from the hard stuff. And you might even find that you choose to practice this more than once a day. Watch what happens when you try this-and give yourself the always available gift of gratitude.
Following are a few ideas of how to stay healthy and strong during this time:
- Create a walking routine. (inside or outside) Aim for 10 minutes of movement 3 times a day.
- Check out YouTube for videos on exercise and dance. When searching include senior and the activity. eg. senior and yoga.
- Stay connected. Call a friend or family member daily.
- Strengthen your Balance. eg. 7 Balance Exercises for Seniors-Fall Prevention by Physical Therapists
- Turn the TV off and focus on your hobbies. Knitting and crocheting, gardening, coloring, rock painting and reading are just a few ideas.
The Center has been a hub of activities for up to 400 participants a week. I would like to invite you to continue to be the support that you have been to each other in your activities by letting us know if you would like to volunteer to call someone that may be feeling isolated at this time. If you would like to receive calls we would be happy to arrange that as well. Through your efforts we can continue to be a support system.
Thank you for your support and understanding.
Regards,
Denise DiMiceli
Executive Director
The Auburn Senior Center was created by a group of determined seniors, headed by William “Bill” Burback. Bill felt that seniors needed a place where they could come and keep out of a rocking chair. His dreams inspired all his friends; together they set out to accomplish this goal. Through lots of determination and commitment they achieved the impossible creating a space at Dewitt Center. The Center doors opened in October of 1980, and for 36 years the Dewitt Center was their home. In mid-2016 the Center was asked to leave Dewitt Center and is currently housed in an office building in downtown Auburn. Today the center has over 900 members from three counties: Placer, El Dorado and Nevada. Nearly half are active in daily activities including volunteering at the Center.
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