Flu Shots Available

County of San Diego -The Flu Shot Hotline, (877) FLU-0202, is now being staffed to give seniors and others information about where to receive a flu shot. Medicare (Part B) will pay for the flu shot as well as a pneumonia vaccine. The influenza season typically occurs between November and May. The flu vaccine is recommended for people age 60 and older, and younger people with chronic medical conditions. Click HERE for flu listings near you!

Seniors Safety

Community Action to Reach the Elderly- Project C.A.R.E. is a community effort enabling people who live alone to feel safe in remaining at home. Services include a daily computerized telephone call, Vial of Life, Safe Return and more. Call 619-740-4214 for details.

FREE Blood Pressure Screenings

Sponsored by the American Red Cross at Norman Park Senior Center. Free.- WHERE-at the Norman Park Senior Center, 270 "F" Street , Chula Vista Room 6 -WHEN- Fridays-TIME- 8:30 am -11 am -INFO- 619-691-5086

Diabetes Support Groups

Project Dulce's free diabetes self-management classes, taught in Spanish/ English, will help you learn how to manage you diabetes. Call Olga to register at 1-800-245-7864, or 619-321-2932. Spanish Every Wednesday from 1-3 PM. English every Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30 P.M.-Address: Scripps Well Being Chula Vista
311 Del Mar Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910

Nutrition Strategies for Cancer Treatment

Eating well is an essential component for nutritional well being during cancer treatment and recovery. This class presents basics for nutritious eating, as well as nutrition information and strategies for identifying and managing treatment-related problems that participants may experience. Suggestions for developing individualized, healthy eating habits will also be presented.- FEE-There is no fee for this course- WHEN-1st Wednesday of each month-TIME-11:00 AM -12:00 PM-WHERE-at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Library - Sharp Hospital 1st Floor 751 Medical Center Dr. Chula Vista, CA 91911 -INFO- Register Now! To register by phone, please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm.- Any questions, please call Jennifer Bishop at 619-482-3494 or e-mail at jennifer.bishop@sharp.com

Gentle Fitness

Gentle Fitness is a gentle conditioning exercise program at Grossmont Hospital, designed for individuals with chronic or disabling conditions. Classes focus on improving total body flexibility, strength, coordination, balance, endurance & promoting relaxation. Classes are on Tues. & Thurs., 9-10 a.m. or 10:30-11:30 a.m. Cost is $64 for 9 weeks. A physician approval is required. Call 619-740-4104 to register.

Spanish Breast Cancer Support Group

This weekly support group is for Spanish-speaking women who have or have had breast cancer. Group members will gather to share their experiences, learn coping techniques and find emotional support through others.-DAY- Meets every Monday-TIME-1 to 2:30 pm-PLACE- Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center -Staff Library-751 Medical Center Court Chula Vista, CA 91911-INFO- To learn more about this support group at the Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center please contact Angiolina Vasquez at 619-482-5364 or visit www.sharp.com

SEEKING: Parents with children ages 5-7 to participate in
a San Diego State University research study

The purpose of this project is to learn more about how children and families use their time outside of school, make food choices, and participate in recreation and leisure activities. You and your child will be asked to participate in annual measures of height and weight and complete a survey about your family’s lifestyle related to physical activity and eating. SDSU MOVE/Me Muevo is offered in English and Spanish. Only 540 families can participate-WHERE: At one of 30 City of San Diego, City of El Cajon, City of La Mesa, or City of Lemon Grove recreation centers- COST: Participating families will be asked to meet with project staff at a recreation center once a year for 3 years. If eligible, families will have the opportunity to earn up to $145 over the course of the study! INFO- Please contact Lisa White at 619.594.6152 to complete the screening to see if your family is eligible.- Project funded by the National Institutes of Health- Please copy and forward this information to anyone you know who might be interested in participating.

Alzheimer's Suppport Group

This free support group, sponsored by Sharp Cabrillo Senior Resource Center and the Alzheimer’s Association, is for caregivers, family members and friends of patients with Alzheimer’s Disease. WHEN-This group meets the third Tuesday of each month, December 18, 07-TIME-from 3:30-5 p.m. -WHERE- at the Senior Resource Center, 3475 Kenyon St, San Diego. No reservation required. INFO- Free to the public. For information call 619-221-3779.

Free Caregiver Resource Meetings

Come and let us help you to help the ones you love. Join us at the Grossmont Hospital Rehabilitation Conference Room to learn and discuss caregiver concerns, community and support resources and more. Group meets Tuesday November 13 & 27, 3-4 p.m. For more information, call Carol Roskos at 619-740-4193.

Sharp Cabrillo Resource Center

Sharp Cabrillo’s Senior Resource Center offers free health education and screening programs for seniors and their families each month. The Senior Resource Center also provides free information and assistance for health information and community resources, call 619-221-3779. For information on additional programs, call 1-800-827-4277 or visit our web site at www.sharp.com.

Parkinson's Support Group

This free support group meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month, WHEN- December 12,07-TIME- from 10–11:30 a.m. -WHERE- at the Sharp Cabrillo Senior Resource Center. This support group helps those with Parkinson’s and their families understand various aspects of the ailment and learn beneficial ways of coping. Free. No appointment needed. Sponsored by Sharp Cabrillo Senior Resource Center and Southern Caregiver Resource Center. -INFO- For information call 619-221-3779.

Seniors Resource Center Informations and Referral

The Senior Resource Center staff is trained to help seniors and their families connect with other services. Do you need a Vial of Life? Do you need an Advanced Directive for Health Care form? Do you need information on caregiving, exercise or health? Call SHARP Senior Resource Center at 619-221-3779.X