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Upcoming Events, Fundraisers and Activities

LEARN ABOUT PROVIDENCE ELDERPLACE PACE PROGRAM Thursday, August 20, 2019, 1:30pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Jill Leon Cost: Complimentary Providence ElderPlace is a program that helps keep adults in the communi-ty by managing all medical care and transportation — Serving people on Medicare and Medicaid.

HEALTHY EATING ON THE GO! Tuesday, July 23, 1:30pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Jill Leon Cost: Complimentary How do you make healthy food choices when you cannot prepare your own food? How do you eat healthy away from home? Learn easy steps you can take to make nutri-tious and healthy choices for snacks and meals on the go.

Special Presentations by


Lynda Greene, SESSC Executive Director Barbara Chamberlain, SESSC Board President

A Message from the SESSC Executive Director and Board President

Dear Members and Friends,

We continue to be amazed by our staff at the SouthEast Seattle Senior Center!

In May, the staff completed a grant application to King County that would approximately double our

budget for the next few years. The application included 18 pages of narrative describing our current

challenges, the proposed solutions, and plans for expanded programming and facilities. Two spread-

sheets of budget summary were submitted, but were supported by 11 other spreadsheets for the

different categories in the budget.

All this was accomplished by the staff in just a few weeks while still performing their normal job re-

quirements and keeping the Senior Center activities and classes operating as usual. The application

was prepared in conjunction with the Brighton Apartments. Receiving the grant would mean an ex-

panded relationship with The Brighton Apartments and their residents. We will know more by early

fall and are anxious to share details with you at that time.

We would also like to officially welcome two independent contractors to our family. Many of you

have already had the opportunity to meet Carla Bunn who is working with us in the capacity of Pro-

ject Coordinator. We would also like to welcome Victor DeLeon who will be with us as an independ-

ent contractor in the role as Assistant Finance Coordinator. When you see Carla or Victor, please

welcome them to our family!

Have a wonderful summer,


SESSC CLOSURES

Independence Day - Thursday, July 4 Labor Day - Monday, September 2

Veterans’ Day - Monday, November 11 Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 28

Friday, November 29

SESSC Lifetime Members

The SouthEast Seattle Senior Center fondly re-

members our members who have transitioned:

Jesse Harris

Robert Jones

Meriko Kardel

Eugene Lux

Lillian Matsudaira

Westervelt Kirkland “Kirk” Taylor

Frank Ahern, Terie Akada, Takashi Akiyama, Frances Alexander, Beverly Almoslino, Ebon Ameen, Joanne Anderson, John Angelini, Nathaniel Armstrong, Therese Arntz, Frank Austin, Rubymae Austin, Bernda Bacani, Charles Bailey, E.H. Baker, Lewis Banchero, Otis Baseden, Gisela Baxter, J. Pearl Beamon, Willie Mae Blades, Annie Bowie, Sybil Brown, Natalya Brusilovsky, Patty Buckingham, Rose Marie Butler, Dorothy Carlson, Gladys Carlson, Sidney Carter, Barbara Chamberlain, Fu Wan Chan, John Charles, Mary Charles, Fai Coffin, Sue Combs, Dorothy Cook, Rosa Cook, Marilyn Crabtree, Ida Darden, Annabelle Decuir, Louis DeFranco, Theresa DeFranco, Mae Deguchi, Marion Dillard, Kathleen Dodd, Mary Downs, Ephraim Duell, Antonia Dumo, Beulah Early, Kari Edlund, Ron Edlund, Lutisher Edmondson, Bertha Elfalan, Agatha Emanuel, Mae Eng, Brian Fairchild, Evelyn Fairchild, Susan Feeham, Minnie Fields, Kathryn Fies, Irene Finch, Marlene Fisher, Bernice Fletcher, Lucille Fortson, Sei Fujiwara, Armin Gade, Leonard Garrett, Ouida Garrett, Joyce Gilliam, Martha Gilliam, Donnetta Gillum, Barbara Ginn, Millie C Giralmo, Earnestine Gloster, Willie Goldsmith, Ahava Goldwater, Petra Goodridge, Miriam Gourdine, Ida Graham, Ursula Gramaje, Marina Gran, Maryetta Greaves, Alice Hayakawa, Nellie Henderson, Ora Hicks, Michi Hirata, Helen Holtzclaw, Akira Honda, Mary Honda, Leona Hooper, Clara Hubbard, Ethelmarie Hubbard, Kathleen Hubbard, Eloise Huggins, Annie Huguley, John Hungate, Lydia Hungate, Margie Hunt, George Hunter, Rosie Hunter, Frances Ikeda, Kachi Lilly Ikeda, Kimi Ishii, Nobi Ishii, Roosevelt Jeffery, Lubertha Jenkins, Janet Johnson, Donald Johnston, Della Jung, Herman Kan, Alice Keefe, Sue Kennedy, Pat Kihara, Roy Kirita, Yone Kishida, Deirdre Knowles, Sera Koharu, William Krause, Esther Kubie-Maimon, Henry Kumasaka, Sadako Lang, Anne Latz, Robert Latz, Delores Lee, Doris Leonard, Doreen Lew, Lillie Lewis, Paul Lewis, Robert Liebscher, Johannes Kwok Yan Liu, Ruth Locke, Cloteal Lollie, Phyllis Low, Marilyn Lux, Arnold Lyshall, Vel Made, Jocelyn March, Edith Mar-Lundeen, Dan Matsumoto, Yohko Matsumoto, Oscar Matthews, Julie Mayena, Katherine McCraney, Doris McDaniel, Maria McDaniel, Loretta McIver, Mary McVey, Janice Melin, Joel Melin, Kris Mikami, Diane Miller, Norris Mitchell, Yoshiko Miyauchi, Yoneko Mochizuki, Queen Molton, Annabelle Morgan, Doris D. Morgan, Betty Muir, Carol Nakanishi, Miyoko Nakatsu, Nicholas Nelson, Roseanne Nelson, Hing Ng, Akio Nishizaki, Patricia Nord, Mary O'Brien, Jerry Odegard, Itsumi Okazaki, Helen Okura, Carlos Orpilla, Loretta Orpilla, Nobuko Otsuji, Patricia Paschal, Ernestine Patterson, Barbara Peete, Clayton Pitre, Gloria Pitre, Marie Pitre, Alice Poree, Spencer Porter, James Redmond, Emma Ruth Render, Robert Ridder, Ruthe Ridder, Kim Roberson, Zetta Roberson, Dorothy Roberts, Olga Roberts, Elsie Roscoe, Ib Rossen, Loretta Russell, Norma Ruth, Saburo Sako, Dean Sanders, Ernestine Sanders, Lillie Sanders, Aubrey Scott, Minnie Scott, Patricia Scott, Lester Session, Judy Seth, Lorraine Shaff, Yoshiko Shiota, ML Shukis, Cherie Sigrist, Jean Sisson, Ervin Skov, Florita Skov, Josie Smith, Louise Smith, Norma Smoczyk, Georgia Spencer, Patricia Stonehocker, Ellen Summers, Azile Swafford, John Swafford, Mary Swartley, Kenneth Taggart, Geneva Tanner, Robert Taylor, Dolores Teig, Viola Templeton, R. Charlene Thomas, Beryl Thompson, Henry Tianen, Marilyn Tilbury, Richard Tilbury, Diana Tobin, Dominador Tolentino, Nancy Toliver, Masako Tomita, Robert Tomita, Herbert Tsuchiya, Joyce Turner, Michael Ullman, Patricia Vazquez, Jean VelDwyk, Emilio Vigil, Chanh Vo, Euguenia Walls, Terry Ward, Johnny Ware, Betty Warren, Ethel F. Washington, Ruth Washington, Rosa Williams, Melva Lee Williamson, Claire Willner, Eleanor Wise, Albert Woo, Brenda Woo, Ann Wood, Ozeal Wrice, Jeanette Yamada, Dorothy Yamaguchi, Keiko Yamaguchi, Helen Yamamoto, Ichiro Yamamoto, Hung Yee, Margaret Yellowwolf, Nannie Young, Gloria Yuman.

Consider renting the SESSC social hall. We have

reasonable and competitive rates! Contact Alexander Arceo at

[email protected] or 206-722-0317.

Looking for a place to hold your special event or meeting?


SESSC Staff and Contact Information

Lynda Greene

Executive Director

[email protected]

Mary Downs

Finance Coordinator

[email protected]

Kate Harkins

Community Engagement

Coordinator

[email protected]

Jaime Clark

Social Worker

[email protected]

Alexander Arceo

Membership Coordinator

[email protected]

Linda Lewis

Thrift Shop Lead

[email protected]

Sharon Smith

Chef

[email protected]

Mark Bryant

Enhance Fitness Site Coordinator

[email protected]

Echo Aumick

Foot Care Specialist

Carla Bunn

Contract Project Coordinator

Victor De Leon

Contract Assist. Finance Coordinator

Address

4655 South Holly Street

Seattle, WA 98118

Phone: 206-722-0317

Fax: 206-722-2768

Web Page: www.sessc.org

Programming Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm

Instructors & Facilitators

Alexander Arceo

Chess Club Facilitator

Beulah Early

Blood Pressure Monitor and

Casino Trip Chaperone

Carole Stewart

Weaving Instructor

Fai Coffin

Arts and Crafts Instructor

Heather Robinson

Massage Therapist

Jean Sisson

Coloring Class and Friday Movies

Facilitator

John Mistur

Computer Lab Help Assistant

Julie Fornier

Yoga Instructor

Marcelino Gomez

Spanish Class Instructor

Patricia Scott

Hands-N-Feet Facilitator

Patricia Vazquez

Wednesday Bingo Manager

Patty Buckingham

Quilting Group Facilitator

Nicole Hamilton

Adaptive Yoga Instructor

Elizabeth Morris

Art Instructor

Marjie Croston

Tai Chi Instructor

Edna Daigre

Dance Instructor

Upcoming Events, Fundraisers and Activities 2

A Message from the SESSC Executive Director and Board President 3

SESSC Lifetime Members 4

In Memoriam 4

SESSC Social Hall Rental Information 4

SESSC Closures 4

In This Issue 5

SESSC Staff and Contact Information 5

SESSC Instructors and Facilitators List 5

Classes and Activities 6-10

SESSC Casino Trips 10

SESSC Casino Trip Policy 10

SESSC and Seattle Parks and Recreation Joint Activities 10

Donors and Sponsors - March 1 to May 1, 2019 11

UW Do More Feel Better Information 11

Meet Your SESSC Ambassadors 12

Annual Membership Renewal Reminder 13

SESSC Membership Renewal Form (Front Side) 13

Advertisement - Amazon Smile 14

Advertisement - Fred Meyer Giving 14

Advertisement - Bartell Drugs Giving 14

SESSC Membership Renewal Form (Back Side) 14

SESSC Members with Birthdays in July, August and September 15

Be a Birthday Lunch Sponsor 15

Volunteer Corner 16

Cheap Chickadee Thrift Shop Information 17

Cheap Chickadee Thrift Shop Summer Sale Announcement 17

SESSC Wish List 17

SESSC Social Worker Information 18

Good Things to Know 18

SESSC Picture Collage 19

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In This Issue


BEGINNING WEAVING Tuesdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm Location: Weaving Room Instructor: Linda Stryker Cost: $15.00 Members, $30.00 Non-Members per session This is a continuous meeting time. Call instructor to see if a loom is open. All materials provided. Calculate, warp and weave two samplers. Most people take 4-5 sessions to complete their samplers. Contact Linda Stryker at 206-431-9213 or [email protected] for more information.

DRUMMING FOR EVERYONE Mondays, 12:30pm - 1:30pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Kenny Mandell Cost: $3.00 Members, $6.00 Non-Members Discover the joys of percussion. Learn how to count, feel and play differ-ent rhythms and beats in a group setting. This is a great way to help keep your mind and body alert and have fun! All are welcomed to attend.

FOOT CARE WITH ECHO By Appointment Only - Tuesdays, 8:30am - 3:30pm Location: Wellness Center Foot Care Specialist: Echo Aumick Cost: $25.00 Members, $30.00 Non-Members Echo Aumick is a caring and experienced foot care provider trained to take care of various foot conditions. She is also certified to treat the feet of those with diabetes. Cancellation a day before your appointment is ac-ceptable. No-shows will be charged the regular fee. Sign up at the Front Desk for your appointment. Gift Certificates Available. Buy one for some-one you care about.

ENHANCE FITNESS WITH MARK BRYANT Mondays and Thursdays, 9:00am - 10:00am Location: Social Hall Cost: $24.00 members, $48.00 non-members, per month Focus is on standing, aerobics, stretching, balance, and strength training. Get in shape, get fit! Sign up at the Front Desk.

MOMENTIA MONDAYS Mondays, 10:30am - 11:30am Location: Multipurpose Room Facilitator: Jaime Clark, MSW Cost: $5.00 Suggested donation per meeting Momentia is a grassroots movement empowering people with memory loss and their loved ones to remain connected and active in the communi-ty. Join us to explore the possibilities of different ways to stay engaged while living with memory loss.

NO ONE IS TURNED AWAY IF UNABLE TO MAKE A DONATION

Recurring Classes and Activities

SOUTH END CRAFTERS 1st Mondays, 10:00am - 11:30am Location: Arts and Crafts Room Instructor: Fai Coffin Cost: $4.00 Members, $8.00 Non-Members Join a warm and welcoming group of crafters. An occasional fee for the cost of materials might apply. Sign up at the Front Desk.

COFFEE BAR AT THE B & B CAFE Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 11:00am Location: Social Hall Coffee: $0.50 Enjoy coffee among friends.

COMMUNITY DINING LUNCH Monday - Friday, 12:00pm - 12:45pm (11:45am on Wednesdays) Location: Social Hall Chef: Sharon Smith Cost: Age 60+: $4.00 Suggested Donation All Others: $10.00 All Community Dining lunches are made from scratch. Our chef, Sharon Smith, puts together a homemade meal and is assisted by SESSC volun-teers. You may pick up a copy of the monthly menu at the Front Desk. Punch cards are available. Contact Alexander Arceo at 206-722-0317 for more information.

OPEN-STUDIO (DAY USE) WEAVING Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm Location: Weaving Room Cost: $5.00 per day Experienced weavers and those who have completed their first two sam-plers are invited to use SESSC looms on an open-loom basis. A pre-paid punch card is available for your use. Purchase cards at the Front Desk.

HANDS-N-FEET Mondays, 1:00pm - 3:00pm Location: SESSC Library Facilitator: Patricia Scott Cost: $1.00 Members, $2.00 Non-Members Patti Scott will teach you how to play this fun card game.

YOGA FOR SENIORS Tuesdays, 9:00am - 10:00am Location: Multi-Purpose Room Instructor: Julie Fournier Cost: $10.00, Members, $20.00 Non-Members per class This down-to-earth class is perfect for students new to yoga, who might be intimidated by the idea of yoga or curious about yoga.

Weekdays

Mondays

Tuesdays

Date Activity Date Activity

7/1 Taproot Reignite the Mind 8/26 Silver Kite Folk Dance

7/8 Silver Kite Folk Dance 9/2 No class. SESSC closed

7/15 Momentia Drum Circle 9/9 Enjoying Nature’s Bounty

7/22 Taproot Reignite the Mind 9/16 Momentia Drum Circle

8/5 Taproot Reignite the Mind 9/23 Enjoying Nature’s Bounty

8/12 Taproot Reignite the Mind 9/30 Enjoying Nature’s Bounty

8/19 Taproot Reignite the Mind

CHESS CLUB Tuesdays and Fridays, 11:30am Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Alexander Arceo Cost: $2.00 Members, $4.00 Non-Members Play a game of chess with a friend or learn how to play. It is never too late to learn.

MAHJONG Afternoon Session: Mondays, 7/1 thru 9/30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm Evening Session: Tuesdays, 7/2 thru 9/24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: Multipurpose Room Facilitator: Fai Coffin Cost: Complimentary. Donations welcome.

SESSC BOOK GROUP 3rd Tuesdays, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10:00am - 11:15am Location: Social Hall Facilitators: Myra Theriot and Fai Coffin Cost: Complimentary Finally, a book group for the SESSC! If you enjoy reading, then this is the group for you. Sign up at the Front Desk.


SESSC BIRTHDAY LUNCHES 3rd Thursday of the Month, 12:00pm - 1:00pm Location: Social Hall Cost: $4.00 Suggested donation ages 60+, $10.00 under 60 Lunch is Free for SESSC members that have a CURRENT membership and whose birthday is in a corresponding month listed above. Sign up at the Front Desk or call the Center to reserve your seat. Music Entertainment:

ADAPTIVE YOGA Selected Tuesday Evenings, 6:30pm - 7:45pm Summer Session : 7/9, 16, 23, 30 Location: Social Hall Instructor: Nicole Hamilton Cost : $15.00 per person per class Do you have physical limitations (e.g., wheelchair-bound, use a cane or walker, etc.) and think it means you can’t participate in yoga? Then this class is for you. Pre-registration is required. Sign up at the Front Desk or call 206-722-0317.

“HAPPY HANDS” QUILTING GROUP 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 9:30am - 12:00pm Location: Arts and Crafts Room Facilitator: Patty Buckingham Cost: $4.00 Members, $8.00 Non-Members All are welcomed to join.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2nd Tuesdays, 7/9, 8/13, 9/10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm Location: Multipurpose Room Facilitator: Toni Crutchfield Cost: Complimentary Open to anyone caring for an older adult or adult with a disability. Talk with other Caregivers. Discuss challenges, frustrations, what works, re-sources, and services. Contact Toni Crutchfield of Sound Generations at 206-727-6210 for more information.

WEDNESDAY BINGO Wednesdays, 12:30pm - 3:00pm Location: Social Hall Bingo Manager: Patricia Vazquez Cost: $5.00 Buy-in, free $3.00 pack if you bring a new player. Come join the fun!

ALISS LUNCH GATHERING First Thursday of the Month, 8/1, 9/5 Gathering at 11:30am Lunch at 12:00pm Meet at 12:30pm Location: Arts and Crafts Room Facilitator: Fai Coffin Cost: Free for Gathering, $4.00 Suggested Donation for Lunch Aging Lesbians in South Seattle. This is a gathering primarily for lesbians who live in South Seattle, but all are welcomed to attend.

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH CLASS Fridays, 10:30am - 11:30am Location: Wellness Room Instructor: Marcelino Gomez Cost: $2.00 Members, $4.00 Non-Members Contrary to popular perception, Spanish is an easier language to learn than English! Learn under the tutelage of Marcelino Gomez. Sign up at the Front Desk.

WE’RE COLORING ANYWAY Thursdays, 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Social Hall Cost: Complimentary Coloring can be a healing and therapeutic activity for adults. It can help

ease tension, is relaxing and inspires creativity. The Center has a limited

supply of crayons and books for those who need either. Please join us!

ALISS EVENING GATHERING 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 6:30pm - 8:00pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Fai Coffin Aging Lesbians in South Seattle. This is a gathering primarily for lesbians but all are welcomed to attend.

BEACH VOLLEYBALL (CHAIR EXERCISE) Thursdays, 1:30pm - 2:30pm Location: Social Hall Instructor: Mark Bryant Cost: $2.00 Members, $4.00 Non-Members This is a modified form of volleyball played by sitting in chairs and using a beach ball. This class is part of the Thursday Chair Exercise class.

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS Wednesdays, 9:00am-11:00am Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Beulah Early, RN Cost: Complimentary Get your blood pressure checked for free. No appointment is necessary.

MASSAGE THERAPY Wednesdays by Appointment, 9:30am - 3:30pm 2nd - 5th Wednesdays of the Month Location: Wellness Room Massage Therapist: Heather Robinson Cost: $25.00 Members, $30.00 Non-Members per 1/2 hour Heather Robinson provides a low-cost, 30 or 60 minute therapeutic mas-sage by appointment. Call 206-722-0317 to make an appointment or reg-ister at the Front Desk. No shows will be charged the regular fee.

DOMINOES Wednesdays, 9:30am - 11:30am Location: Arts and Crafts Room Cost: Complimentary

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Fridays

TAI CHI FOR BALANCE Fridays, starting 7/12, Time 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Wellness Room Facilitator: Marjie Coston Cost: $3.00 Members, $5.00 Non-Members If you are looking to improve your balance and coordination while having fun, then this activity is for you. Always check with your doctor prior to starting any new form of exercise. Sign up at the Front Desk.

DIVERSITY BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP 1st Tuesdays, 7/2, 8/6, 9/10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Fai Coffin Cost: $1.00 Suggested donation. Another evening activity at the SESSC! Books will be chosen by group and cover a wide range of topics in both non-fiction and fiction. Contact the Center at 206-722-0317 if you are interested.

07/18 - Marc Smason 08/15 - Elvis Presley 09/19 - Kenny Mandell


SOCIAL SERVICES MONTHLY SESSIONS: INTRO TO HOUSING WAITLISTS FOR SENIORS IN SEATTLE Tuesday, July 2, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Multipurpose Room Instructor: Jaime Clark, MSW Cost: Complimentary Rental costs in Seattle are high, and this is especially difficult for low in-come seniors. Most subsidized housing waitlists are between 2-5 years long, so now is the time to sign up if you qualify. Keep in mind this is a group presentation, and if you need housing assistance now, contact SESSC social worker Jaime Clark (206)722-0317.

MEET AND GREET WITH TAMMY MORALES Tuesday, July 2, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Social Hall Cost: Complimentary Tammy Morales, City Council Candidate will be here to listen to citizens’ concerns about issues in the South End. Ms. Morales has training as a city planner and works in Rainier Beach. Sign up at the Front Desk.

FRIDAY MOVIES Fridays, 12:30pm - 3:00pm Location: Multi-Purpose Room Movie Monitor: Jean Sisson Suggested Donation: $2.00 Members, $4.00 Non-Members Enjoy a wide variety of movies ranging from the classics like “Casablanca” and “The Wizard of Oz” to modern favorites like “The Lord of the Rings.”

CLASSIC MOVIES FROM THE SILVER SCREENERS SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH 2nd Fridays, 12:30pm - 3:00pm Location: Multi-Purpose Room Movie Monitor: Jean Sisson Facilitator: Mark Daniels Suggested Donation: $2.00 Members, $4.00 Non-Members On the second Friday of the month, Scarecrow Video’s Silver Screeners Group presents a classic movie for your viewing enjoyment.

COLLAGE MAKING WITH FIBER, TEXTILE AND FABRICS Thursdays, July 25, Aug. 22, Sept. 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Arts and Crafts Room Facilitator: Elizabeth Morris Cost Per Session: $7.00 Members, $10.00 Non-Members Elizabeth will share with you her expertise in making a collage with these materials in a way that will be expressive, descriptive and eye-catching. Bring your creative juices. Sign up and pay for class at the Front Desk.

TENANT LAW CENTER INFORMATIONAL PRESENTATION Tuesday, July 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Multipurpose Room Facilitator: Vanessa Shaughnessy Cost: Complimentary The Tenant Law Center provides seniors age 55+ free legal assistance for evictions and rental subsidy terminations, and free legal advice and limited representation for a range of other landlord-tenant issues. TLC will give an overview of renters’ rights and responsibilities, repair problems, eviction and how to get help if you are at risk of losing your rental housing or subsi-dy. Sign up at the Front Desk.

EAT BETTER, FEEL BETTER - NUTRITION FOR SENIORS Friday, July 26, 10:30am - 11:30am Location: Wellness Room Facilitator: Christy Goff, MS, RDN, CD Cost: Complimentary Christy Goff is a dietician for the Living Well Alliance Team. She will show you foods you can eat that are smart and healthy choices, which in turn will help you to feel good. Sign up at the Front Desk.

PROVIDENCE ELDERPLACE - HEALTHY EATING ON THE GO! Tuesday, July 23, 1:30pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Jill Leon Cost: Complimentary How do you make healthy food choices when you cannot prepare your own food? How do you eat healthy away from home? Learn easy steps you can take to make nutritious and healthy choices for snacks and meals on the go.

JOYFUL SINGING CIRCLE Tuesday, July 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm Location: Atrium Cost: Complimentary Come to raise your spirits through song in this new community singing circle. Singing lowers your stress and enriches your connections with oth-ers. Help make this first time event a smashing hit! If you play an instru-ment, please bring it. All are welcome to attend. Singing can change the way you see the world. Song sheets will be provided. Sign up at the Front Desk.

Other Activities and Events

TANABATA FESTIVAL DECORATION MAKING ACTIVITY Monday, July 1, 10:00am - 11:30am Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Fai Coffin Cost: Complimentary Join us in making some fun and simple decorations to hang on our fourth annual Tanabata bush. Sign up at the Front Desk.

4TH ANNUAL TANABATA FESTIVAL CELEBRATION Monday, July 8, 10:30am - 11:30am Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Fai Coffin Cost: Complimentary Join us in celebrating an ancient Chinese and Japanese festival. We’ll also discuss the history of this event and enjoy great snacks.

SOUTH END CRAFTERS SPECIAL PROJECTS IN JULY Monday, July 15: Making Lavender Wands Monday, July 22: Making Origami Strawberries 10:00am - 11:30am Location: Arts and Crafts Room Instructor: Fai Coffin Cost: $4.00 Members, $8.00 Non-Members Plan to attend at least one of these awesome craft classes. Sign up at the Front Desk.

ARTISTS’ TALK Thursday, July 11, 11:00am - 11:30am Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Kate Harkins Cost: Complimentary This time our featured artists are from the We’re Coloring Anyway class. They will share their thoughts on their pieces with you. Sign up at the Front Desk.

UKULELE GROUP 2nd and 4th Fridays, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Social Hall Cost: Complimentary. Donations welcomed. This is a warm, friendly and welcoming group who would be delighted if you join them. They play and sing a wide variety of music. Sign up at the Front Desk.

HELP WITH PCS, LAPTOPS, SOCIAL MEDIA, SMART PHONES AND TABLETS

Fridays, 1:00pm - 2:00pm,John Mistur Facilitator: John Mistur Location: Computer Lab Cost: Complimentary John can help you with any questions or problems you might have with these items. He can also help you create various documents and establish a free e-mail account.

7/12 "The Prisoner of Zenda." (1937, 1h 41min)

8/9 The Mark of Zorro - (1940, 94 minutes)

9/13 Prince Valiant - (1954, 100 minutes)


LEARN ABOUT PROVIDENCE ELDERPLACE PACE PROGRAM Thursday, August 20, 2019, 1:30pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Jill Leon Cost: Complimentary Providence ElderPlace is a program that helps keep adults in the communi-ty by managing all medical care and transportation — Serving people on Medicare and Medicaid.

SOCIAL SERVICES MONTHLY SESSIONS: TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES AND UTILITY DISCOUNT PROGRAM Tuesday, August 6, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Multipurpose Room Instructor: Jaime Clark, MSW Cost: Complimentary Come to this presentation and receive instructions on Utility Discount Ap-plication and information on different transportation resources, such as Reduced Fare Permit, Taxi Scripts, Hyde Shuttle, and Access.

GUIDED MEDITATION FOR SELF-CARE Tuesdays, September 2, 9, 16, 23 30, 11:15am - 11:45am Location: Multipurpose Room Facilitator: SESSC Staff Cost: Complimentary. Donations welcomed A spinoff of the mindful meditation classes held last year, this class will focus on listening to guided meditations intended to steer you in the right direction to relieve yourself of all of the tension and stress in your life. Sign up at the Front Desk.

SOCIAL SERVICES MONTHLY SESSIONS: RESOURCES FOR DEAL-ING WITH DEPRESSION Tuesday, September 3, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Multipurpose Room Instructor: Jaime Clark, MSW Cost: Complimentary Are you or your loved one feeling low, down, depressed or hopeless? It is difficult to arrange your day in a way that gives you meaning and purpose? Have you thought of reaching out for help? Come to this presentation to learn a variety of ways to get treatment for depression. Need help now? Contact SESSC Social Worker Jaime Clark (206)722-0317 for resources.

SPEAKING OF DYING - A SPECIAL FILM SCREENING Tuesdays, August 13 and September 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Multipurpose Room Facilitator: Brenda Charles-Edwards Cost: Complimentary Informative and yet intimate, Speaking of Dying captures the importance of people speaking openly about all aspects of the dying process. Viewing the film will inspire and encourage you to talk to your family, health care agents, medical providers and friends about your own end of life planning, choices and wishes. Sign up at the Front Desk.

IS PRINTING YOUR OWN MONEY NOT WORKING OUT VERY WELL? Friday, August 16, 10:30am - 11:30am Location: Social Hall Instructor: Paul Tollner Cost: Complimentary Since Uncle Sam gets grumpy when we print off fresh $20.00 bills to sup-plement our social security checks, come to learn about two government programs actually designed to make our retirement more comfortable: WA State’s Real Estate Tax Exemption and the FHA’s HECM Program. Paul will lead a discussion on the facts, fictions, application process and require-ments of both programs so that you leave with the very best tools in your retirement toolbox. Sign up at the Front Desk.

GENPRIDE MEDITATION CLASS FOR WOMEN Saturday, August 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm Location: Multipurpose Room Instructor: Vasumathi Cost: Complimentary Emotional stresses are omni-present in today’s world and our conditioned reactions take a toll on our physical and emotional well-being. Mindful-ness is about rewiring these conditional reactions into a more compassion-ate response made with awareness and acceptance, leading to intentional actions and better choices. This class is for womxn and femme identifying persons. For more information, visit - https://gapseattle.org/fitnesswellness#srxrerqbau.

ISO-RHYTHMIC INTEGRATED WORKSHOP Tuesday, August 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Edna Daigre Cost: Complimentary Edna will take you through the Iso-Rhythmic workshop, which is a whole-body well-being activity designed to stretch and strengthen the body through the art of breathing, relaxation and dance-based conditioning. No experience necessary. All are welcome.

SELF-DEFENSE CLASS WITH MARK BRYANT (8 SESSIONS) Fridays, 8/9,16,23,30, 9/6,13,20,27, 11:00am - 12:00pm Location: Multipurpose Room Instructor: Mark Bryant Cost: Members: $3.00 Non-Members: $5.00 per class Learn to PROECT YOURSELF with simple and effect methods of self-defense should the need arise. Do not allow yourself to become a victim. Sign up at the Front Desk.

REMEMBERING JAMES BALDWIN Thursday, August 1, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Fai Coffin Cost: Complimentary James Baldwin is one of the great writers of the 20th century. He broke new ground with the exploration of racial and social issues James is also well known for his essays of the black experience in the United States. Join Fai in this first event at the SESSC. She will take you on a journey of his life and accomplishments.

SPECIAL EVENT - ALISS CONCERT WITH TRET FURIE Saturday, August 10, 6:00pm - 11:00pm Location: Social Hall Cost: $20.00 Join us at 6:00pm for some wonderful treats and mingling. The concert starts at 7:-00pm. Purchase tickets online at brownpapertickets.com. For more information, contact Fai at [email protected].

STORY OF A BRAIN CANCER SURVIVOR Thursday, August 1, 10:00am - 11:30am Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Deidre Thomas Cost: Complimentary Deidra is a writer, filmmaker, care giver and brain cancer survivor. Her story is a cunning balance of straight comedy, tragedy and universal love. The rare sort of writer who can turn something as serious as brain cancer into hilarity for survival. Come for the laughs and stay for the good feel-ings. You will be glad you did.

KING COUNTY SENIOR CITIZEN AND DISABLED TAXPAYER EXEMP-TION PROGRAM CHANGES Tuesday, August 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm Location: Multipurpose Room Facilitator: Sara Franklin Cost: Complimentary Changes in the Law regarding King County’s Senior Citizen and Disabled Taxpayer Exemption Program. Sara Franklin will discuss the impact of those changes. Plan to attend to learn more. Sign up at the Front Desk.


SESSC ACTIVITY CANCELLATION POLICY SESSC Classes may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not reached one week in advance of activity. Please sign up and pay for activities one week in advance. All classes, programs, and activities are subject to change. This policy is not applicable to joint activities with Seattle Parks.

All participants must be ambulatory (i.e., mobile) to go on an SESSC trip, and must be able to take care of

their personal needs.

Payment for trips is due upon registration, whether done in person, at the Front Desk or via phone. For

your convenience, MasterCard and VISA credit cards are accepted over the phone to pay for tips.

If you must cancel a trip, you will be reimbursed by check, if cancelled at least three days prior to the trip.

Failure to cancel a paid trip in the time specified will be considered a donation to the Center.

Drivers will not wait for late-comers. You must be at the designated location for pick up before the

scheduled departure time.

SESSC Casino Trip Policy

RED WIND CASINO (25 SPACES, NO WHEELCHAIRS) Tuesday, 8/27, 9:00am Pickup, 3:00pm Return Cost: $5.00 For Members and Non-Members Sign up and pay for a trip at the Front Desk.

SESSC Casino Trips

To register and make payment for joint programs:

1) Call Anne Nguyen at 206-684-7484 or

2) Go online at www.seattle.gov/parks, register at your local Parks com-

munity center, or call the Business Service Center at 206-684-5177. Cash,

Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Checks are accepted. Make

checks payable to ‘City of Seattle.’

SESSC AND SEATTLE PARKS JOINT ACTIVITIES

Joint activities between the SESSC and Seattle Parks and Recreation are

handled through our Seattle Parks contact, Anne Nguyen, NOT through the

SouthEast Seattle Senior Center.

These activities are generally not held at the SESSC. Be sure to refer to

each activity to determine locations, dates and times.

Please follow the instructions below for inquiries or to register for these

activities.

TASTE OF FREMONT/THEO CHOCOLATE TOUR - 21999 Friday, August 2, 9:30am - 3:30pm Contact: Anne Nguyen Cost: $24.00 Theo's factory tours entertain you with the story of cocoa. Learn about the

history and science of chocolate. Guests will a receive a coupon for their

retail purchases. Fee includes tour admission. Register by 7/1. Lunch on

your own in Fremont.

UW BOTANIC GARDEN TOUR AND PICNIC - 21385 Friday, August 16, 10:00am - 2:30pm Contact: Anne Nguyen Cost: $28.00 Take a live-narrated tram tour through an intimate 2-mile loop at UW Bo-

tanic Gardens. Also sample a 16th century beverage made from the root

of a woody plant! Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in the park. Register by

7/12.

KAYAK AND CANOE ON GREEN LAKE - 21381 Friday, July 26, 10:00am - 2:30pm Contact: Anne Nguyen Cost: $14.00 Enjoy a calm day on Green Lake on your choice of kayak or canoe. The day

includes lessons about water safety and aquatic opportunities with plenty

of time to enjoy the waters. Participants who would like to boat past the

cove must pass a City of Seattle float test prior to event day. Bring your

own lunch, sunscreen, and a change of clothes.

Other Activities and Events

LIFETIME MEMBERS’ LUNCHEON Saturday, September 14, 12:00pm - 1:30pm Location: Social Hall Cost: Complimentary for Lifetime Members, $20.00 Non-Members One of the special privileges of being a lifetime member of the SESSC is being able to attend this very special occasion. Lifetime Members may sign up at the Front Desk or call 206-722-0317 to RSVP.

LUCKY EAGLE CASINO (27 SPACES, NO WHEELCHAIRS) Tuesdays, 7/30 and 9/24, 8:30am Pickup, 3:00pm Return Cost: $5.00 For Members and Non-Members Sign up and pay for a trip at the Front Desk.

CELEBRATING MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Monday, September 16, 10:30am - 11:30am Location: Social Hall Facilitator: Fai Coffin Cost: Complimentary This is the day Mexico declared independence from Spain. Fai Coffin will share with the participants the interesting and noteworthy tidbits associat-ed with this momentous occasion in history.

MT. SI BLUEBERRY PICKING AND PICNIC - 21396 Friday, August 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm Contact: Anne Nguyen Cost: $14.00 At the base of Mount Si lies the Bybee Farm, featuring hundreds of bushes

covered in the freshest, sweetest blueberries. Try to spot an elusive moun-

tain goat while you pick your own blueberries. Raspberries and freshly

picked vegetables may be available for purchase. Bring a sack lunch, sunny

weather attire, cash or check ($2.25/pound), and containers with lids. Op-

tional ice cream stop in Snoqualmie on the way back.

SESSC’S POETRY CORNER - DISCOVERING POETRY Tuesday, September 24, 10:30am - 11:30pm Location: Social Hall Instructor: Ernest Lees Cost: Complimentary Donations welcomed SESSC Volunteer and poet extraordinaire Ernest will teach about poetry in general such as the types of poetry. Bring poems you have written or po-ems you like and share them with the group. All are welcomed Sign up at the Front Desk.

CPR TRAINING Wednesday, September 25, 9:30am - 11:30am Location: Multipurpose Room Instructor: Ryan Klang Cost: Complimentary Learn how to save a life — it’s a lot easier than you think. Come to this free training and you will learn what to do when someone is in trouble. Ryan will cover adult, hands-free CPR plus techniques for assisting some-one who is choking.

http://www.seattle.gov/parks


Thank You to Our Donors and Sponsors from March 1 to May 31, 2019

The University of Washington is recruiting individuals ages 60 and older who are experiencing depressive symptoms.

UW Do More Feel Better: Program for Depression

We have developed a program for adults 60 and older who are depressed.

This 9-week program is based on research showing that increasing your participation in pleasurable and rewarding activities can lead to improvement in your depressive symptoms.

Individual Sessions will take place at local Seattle senior centers:

Central Area Senior Center (500 30th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144)

Southeast Seattle Senior Center (4655 S Holly St., Seattle WA 98118)

If you are eligible to participate, you will receive $90 over the course of the program. Participation is limited.

For more information contact Alexis Dawson, Research Coordinator at 206.616.7002 or [email protected]

ALISS, Andrea Branch, Anther Teague, Barbara Chamberlain, Bernda Bacani, Betty Muir,

Carolyn Malone, Clyde Carter, Diana Tobin, Eli Harkins, Elizabeth McDaniel, Erik Stuhaug, Erika

Martin, Gillian Conley, Harold Shepherd, Jacquinot Weisenback, Jean Sisson, Jeanette Yamada,

Jeanette Yamada, Johannes Kwok Yan Liu, Lynda Greene, Maria L. MCDaniel, Mary Croston,

Meena Viel, Melva Williamson, Mercy Daramola, Midori Garrison, Midori Garrison, Miriam

Gourdine, Myra Theriot, Patricia Scott, Patricia Vasquez, Quida Garrett, Ronald Fink, Sidney

Carter, Sue Kennedy, Talon Gravdin, Tamara Tachdjian, Teresa Chan, Velma Henry, Victoria

Garcia, Andrea Leon, Carol Bell, Carol O'Brien, Chris Matthews, Diana Tobin, Dorothy Roberts,

Elizabeth Morris, Evelyn Howe, Josie Gardner, Margaret Yellowwolf, Mark Bryant, Martha

Gilliam, Mary Charles, Mike Ullma, Minnie Collins, Nicci Noteboom, Patricia Espey, Patricia

Vazquez, Paulina Lorretta Russell, Pepsi Bottling Group, Sue Kennedy, Bartells, Holly Court AA,

Paul Tollefson, Jean D. Veldyke.

mailto:[email protected]


On Monday, May 20, 2019, the SESSC implemented the Center

Ambassador program! Members of the program will be availa-

ble to welcome guests and new visitors, whether the guests are

attending a special event or visiting to learn about SESSC events

and activities. Their goal is to present a friendly and warm face

to someone who is new to our Center and/or to infrequent visi-

tors. Ambassadors want to make sure everyone feels welcome

when they come to our Center. We never want anyone to leave,

feeling as though no one cared about them. And keep in mind,

all staff, members and regular participants are ambassadors of the

SESSC. Any one of us could encounter a visitor to the Center at any time and

should be prepared to welcome them with a friendly and warm smile.

Ambassadors can be spotted wearing their name tags, as shown in the pic-

ture above. They are (from left to right in the picture on the top left) Lynda

Greene (Executive Director), Sidney Carter, Fai Coffin, Diana Tobin and

Deana Getz. Beulah Early and Myra Theriot are Ambassadors, but were not

available for the photo.

If you have a question about the Center, and you see an Ambassador, feel free

to ask them. If they don’t know the answer, they’ll find out for you! If you are interested in being a

Center Ambassador, please see Lynda Greene. All are welcomed.

giveBIG 2019! giveBIG 2019!

On Wednesday, May 8, the SESSC partici-

pated in giveBIG 2019, a 501 Commons

sponsored city-wide event to donate to non-

profit organizations. Because of the gener-

osity of our contributors, the Center raised

over $5,000! As you know from previous

communications, all proceeds go toward

programming, building operations and mak-

ing sure we have what we need to support

our seniors! In addition to raising the funds,

it was a day of great fun, as is indicative of

the photos. Many seniors, including Deanne

Hart (center) and Sidney Carter (right) took

to the streets to remind the community that

our seniors need their help. Remember, the

Center relies on the generous contributions

from the community. And, it’s never too late

to give BIG!

Center Ambassadors!


SESSC Membership Rates

Individual: $60.00 (may be paid with two consecutive payments of $30.00)

Individual Lifetime: $1000 (may be paid with two consecutive payments of $500.00)

Why You Should be an SESSC Member SESSC Member Benefits

Discounts on most program activity fees

Discounts at the Center’s Cheap Chickadee Thrift

Shop

Access to licensed Social Worker

Free birthday lunch during the month of your birth-

day

Access to support groups for concerns about aging

Financial, insurance, income tax and legal counsel-

ing available

As the saying goes, “Membership has its benefits.” For SESSC members, that

statement definitely rings true. If you have been coming to the Center to

participate in our activities like exercise or lunch, you might want to seriously

consider becoming a member of the Center.

Here is what Lifetime Member, Sidney Carter, has to say about being a mem-

ber. “Being a member gives me the sense that this is MY center and I help

make it strong by putting my dollars toward programs I love and want to share

with others. I know my contributions are really appreciated. Although activities are already

affordable, membership offers discounted prices on most classes, activities and trips. Whether

you choose Lifetime Membership or Annual Membership, you will get satisfaction that you have

done the right thing!”

We hope that you consider becoming a member of the Center. You will not regret your deci-

sion to join the SESSC.

City: State: ZIP:

SESSC

4655 S. Holly St.

Seattle, WA 98118

(206) 722-0317

www.sessc.org

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Member:

Lifetime

Member:

Honorary

Member:

Associate

Member

Gold

Member

Participant:

Paid Date:

Receipt #:

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

Name:

Last First Mid. Initial

City: State: ZIP:

Home Phone: Cell Phone:

Male: Female: Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy):

Address:

2019 Membership: $60.00 Individual (May be paid with 3 consecutive installments of $20.00)

Lifetime Membership: Individual $1000.00 (May be paid with 2 consecutive installments of $500.00)

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Emergency Contact Name: Relationship: Phone:

Emergency Contact Address: Cell Phone:

Email Address:

“Enhancing the emotional, social, and physical well-being of Boomers and Beyond"

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Attention SESSC Members, Participants and Friends! Do you shop

at Amazon? If not, you may want to start. There is now, a great

way to support your Center.

When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you will receive the same

products for the same prices as amazon.com.

Whenever you shop on AmazonSmile, they will donate 0.5% of

the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the SESSC.

AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know; the exact same

products, prices and service.

Support your Center by designating the Southeast Seattle Sen-

ior Foundation (SSSF) as your selected charity.

Your Center, the SESSC, is a part of the SSSF and 100% of your do-

nation through AmazonSmile, when designated as SSSF, will be

directed to the SESSC.

Other Ways to Give to the SESSC

African American/Black: Asian: Caucasian/White: Native American

ETHNIC ORIGIN (Check All That Apply or WRITE-IN)

Pacific Islander: Latino/Hispanic: Alaska Native: Other

Do You Live Alone? Are You A Caregiver? Do You Have A Disability?

Yes No No Yes Yes No

What Relationship Do You

Have With The Military? Active Duty

Veteran

No Relationship

Unknown

Spouse of Veteran/Active Duty

Dependent of Veteran/Active Duty

MEDICAL INFORMATION

Doctor Name: Office Phone Alt. Phone:

Insurance Provider: Phone:

All information requested is for the use of SESSC Staff and is kept strictly confidential. We welcome your comments and suggestions.

INCOME: Please check the appropriate box.

One Person Household Two Person Household Three Person Household Four Person Household Five Person Household Six Person Household

$18,550 or less $23,850 or less $26,450 or less $28,600 or less $30,700 or less $21,200 or less

$18,551 to $30,900 $21,201 to $35,300 $23,851 to $39,700 $26,451 to $44,100 $28,601 to $47,650 $30,701 to $51,200

$30,901 to $44,750 $35,301 to $51,150 $39,701 to $57,550 $44,101 to $63,900 $47,651 to $69,050 $51,201 to $74,150

$44,751 or more $51,151 or more $57,551 or more $63,901 or more $69,051 or more $74,151 or more

BARTELL DRUGS eSCRIP PROGRAM You can support the Center by making purchases at any Bartell

Drugs with an eSCRIP card. The cards are free to obtain and the

Center can receive up to 4% back from all purchases you make. It’s

a win-win deal! Contact Alex at 206-722-0317 for more infor-

mation.

FRED MEYER eSCRIP PROGRAM You can support the Center by making purchases at any Fred Mey-

er store and by becoming a member of their Community Rewards

Program. Once enrolled, the Center will receive a percentage of

what you spend. Contact Alex at 206-722-0317 for more infor-

mation.


September

Happy Birthday, SESSC Members!

Irene Delizo Jul. 1

Carolyn Malone Jul. 1

Colleen Timmons Jul. 1

Rita Gelman Jul. 2

Jerealdine Lee Jul. 2

Norris Mitchell Jul. 2

Jean VelDwyk Jul. 2

Golda Simon Jul. 3

Joanne Tulonen Jul. 3

Leonard Garrett Jul. 4

Richard Dobbs Jul. 5

Grace Howe Jul. 5

Jerry Odegard Jul. 5

Elina Prokofyeva Jul. 5

Susan Feeham Jul. 6

Roy Kirita Jul. 6

Diane Miller Jul. 6

Irene Finch Jul. 7

Mary Walker Jul. 7

Cheri Davis Jul. 8

Gloria Ross Jul. 8

Ann Wood Jul. 9

Carol Coone Jul. 10

Robert Tomita Jul. 10

Kachi Lilly Ikeda Jul. 11

Simmie Stewart Jul. 11

Jeanette Yamada Jul. 11

Elizabeth Lang Jul. 12

Loretta Orpilla Jul. 12

Claire Willner Jul. 12

Ruth Locke Jul. 13

Deva Russell Jul. 13

Wesley Clark Jul. 14

R Charlene Thomas Jul. 14

Julie Mayena Jul. 16

Rosemary Long Jul. 17

Katherine Cunningham Jul. 18

Louis DeFranco Jul. 18

Johanna Bangeman Jul. 22

Suey Kim Woo Jul. 22

Eloise Huggins Jul. 23

Herman Kan Jul. 23

Alene Longdon Jul. 23

Anthony Cooper Jul. 24

Credell Green Jul. 24

Jenny Mattson Jul. 26

Spencer Porter Jul. 26

Spencer Porter Jul. 26

Eleanor Wise Jul. 26

Marilyn Crabtree Jul. 28

Lubertha Jenkins Jul. 29

Rosa Cook Jul. 30

Pia Saxton Jul. 30

July

August

Be a Birthday Lunch Sponsor Sponsor a birthday cake, entertainment or sparkling cider at our monthly birthday party.

You can help with a contribution for the following:

Interested? Call Kate Harkins at 206-722-0317. Please note that more than one person may

sponsor the entertainment, birthday cake or sparking cider in any given month.

Entertainment - $100.00 Birthday Cake - $75.00 Sparkling Cider - $25.00

Pablo Figuroa Aug. 1

Dan Matsumoto Aug. 1

Aubrey Scott Aug. 1

Robert Taylor Aug. 1

Emily Young Aug. 2

Nancy Toliver Aug. 5

Doris McDaniel Aug. 6

Marlene Fisher Aug. 7

Harold Shepherd Aug. 7

Gisela Baxter Aug. 8

Albert Woo Aug. 8

Hing Ng Aug. 9

Chi Nguyen Aug. 10

Nora Buettner Aug. 11

Martha Gilliam Aug. 11

Helen Okura Aug. 12

Anne Latz Aug. 13

Doris Leonard Aug. 13

Etta Williams Aug. 13

Shelley Herrick Aug. 14

Betty Muir Aug. 14

M L Shukis Aug. 14

Annie Bowie Aug. 15

Rettha Brown Aug. 15

Devaughne Cunningham Aug. 16

Mary Ellison Aug. 16

Maryetta Greaves Aug. 16

Eugene Lux Aug. 16

Queen Hart Aug. 17

Annie Lewis Aug. 18

Miriam Gourdine Aug. 20

Clara Hubbard Aug. 20

Lynda Greene Aug. 23

Keiko Yamaguchi Aug. 23

Kari Edlund Aug. 25

Henry Tianen Aug. 25

Rosie Hunter Aug. 26

Deloris Harris Aug. 28

Bobby Ellis Aug. 30

Millie C Giralmo Aug. 30

Jerry Holloron Aug. 31

Ruth Washington Aug. 31

Lutisher Edmondson Sept. 1

Myra Theriot Sept. 1

Emilio Vigil Sept. 1

Leatha Bailey Sept. 2

Janet Johnson Sept. 3

Marjorie Lutton Sept. 3

Betty Monette Sept. 3

Frank Ahern Sept. 5

Fu Wan Chan Sept. 5

Darlean Ford Sept. 7

Cloteal Lollie Sept. 7

Josie Gardner Sept. 9

Ida Darden Sept. 10

Kathryn Fies Sept. 11

Edward Foster Sept. 11

Ernestine Patterson Sept. 12

Emma Ruth Render Sept. 12

Brenda Woo Sept. 12

Margie Hunt Sept. 13

Terie Akada Sept. 15

Mae Ohashi Sept. 15

Alice Hayakawa Sept. 16

Ervin Skov Sept. 16

Willie Goldsmith Sept. 17

Kimi Ishii Sept. 17

Ib Rossen Sept. 17

Betty Warren Sept. 17

Patricia Downs Sept. 18

Vallerie Fisher Sept. 18

Paula Wilcox Sept. 19

Elinor Graham Sept. 20

Nancy Steers Sept. 22 Ouida Garrett Sept. 23 Sue Hodes Sept. 23

Norma Smoczyk Sept. 23

Patricia Fiorito Sept. 25

Donna Richards Sept. 28 Rosie Brantley Sept. 30 Joan Kikuchi Sept. 30 Saburo Sako Sept. 30


SESSC volunteers invest their time, hard work, and loving care and are committed to forming a strong communi-

ty and welcoming culture at our Center. They keep us strong. Here we highlight just a few volunteers who keep

our Center going:

THANKS VOLUNTEERS - WE COULDN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!

Volunteer Corner

Nancy Steers - Nancy is the new Front Desk Receptionist on

Monday afternoons! Nancy comes from a broad range of

experience and has already jumped right in and is swimming

fine! Thanks Nancy for holding down this important position

for our center.

Margaret Thompson - Margaret is our neighbor across the

street and she has joined the team at the Cheap Chickadee.

She is quite and asset and helps spread the word about the

store too.

Marjorie Croston - Marjorie is bringing back a beloved activity

and is sharing her leadership skills and love of the practice to

bring back Tai Chi! We are so pleased to have this class again.

It is helpful with balance and more.

Walter Tuai - Walter is our photographer for events and activi-

ties. His ability to capture excellent photos is a super-skill and

a gift. He is also very kind and funny.

Kyle Moss - Kyle helps with dishwashing - an important job no one wants so we are truly grateful. Kyle lives in the neighbor-

hood and comes over on Fridays. So if you see him, be sure to tell him thanks!

By the time you read this newsletter, there may be another new volunteer in the house.

Be sure to extend a warm welcome and thank you, including those not listed above. Let’s keep it going strong!

We need your HELP, ESPECIALLY with the Community Dining Lunch Program

Community Dining Lunch Program: Because participation

in our lunch program has grown dramatically, Sharon Smith,

our Master Chef, needs help in the kitchen with a variety of

tasks, like food preparation and dish washing. One of the

perks of being a volunteer in the Community Dining Lunch

program is that you don’t have to pay for lunch!

Special Events: One of the ways the SESSC is able to provide

the activities you enjoy is by raising money through our various

special events such as the Lifetime Members appreciation

event, Annual Wine and Food Gala and Rainbow Bingo. Be a

part of the group that truly makes it happen at the SouthEast

Seattle Senior Center.

Wednesday Bingo: We need volunteers for Bingo! Help ver-

ify a winning bingo, sell specials, or call numbers.

Cheap Chickadee Thrift Shop: Be a part of the team that plays

a major role in providing revenue for the Center. Remember,

the store is open Monday - Thursday 10:00am-2:00pm.

Birthday Lunch: We need two volunteers to devote two

hours of their time setting up for the birthday lunch on the

third Wednesday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm and cleaning up after

Reception: We have openings for the Monday PM reception-

ist shift and a substitute receptionist. As a receptionist, you

are the face of the Center. If you have a friendly demeanor

There are other volunteer opportunities available. Stop by Kate Harkin’s office or call her at

206-722-0317 to find the volunteer opportunity that is right for you.

New idea to try: volunteer with a friend to make it even more fun!


4645 S. Holly St., Seattle, WA 98118

Monday thru Thursday 10:00am -2:00pm 206-760-9650

There Are Bargains and Treasures at the

Cheap Chickadee Thrift Store.

SESSC’s Cheap Chickadee Thrift Store

The Center requires supplies to maintain and keep the building clean, to support our members and to support

programs that help build friendships and camaraderie like the morning coffee program. You can choose to

contribute from the “Wish List” below. Help us when and where you can and where it makes sense to you. We

appreciate your contributions.

SESSC WISH LIST

Items for Foot Care Program

Hand and Body Lotions

Items for Our Center

Toilet Paper (A Lot!) Dinner Napkins

24-Gallon Garbage Bags Hand Sanitizer

33-Gallon Garbage Bags Disinfectant Wipes

Coffee (Regular & Decaf) 8.5x11” Copy Paper

Paper Towels Plastic Cups/Utensils

Items for Our Community Dining Program

TIDE (liquid) laundry detergent

Zip Lock Bags: Gallon & Quart Sizes

Non-Dairy Creamer (16oz.) and Packaged Sugar

Dish Washing Liquid

Bleach

Our very own thrift store, the Cheap Chickadee, is right

next door to the Center and your “Go-To” source for

deep discounts on clothing, household goods, and all

kinds of curiosities! Stop by and check us out. We just

might have that special item you’ve been seeking. We

gratefully accept donations that are clean and in good

working order during store hours. All sales benefit the

SESSC.

Bargain Bag Days - 1st Tuesday and Thursday each month

All you can fit in a brown paper bag for $5.00

Up to 10 items. Items must be $3.00 or less

Senior Members’ Day - 1st Wednesday of the month

SESSC members receive 40% off all purchases.

Everything is 50% OFF on these days:

July 22 - 26 and August 19 - 23 10:00am - 2:00pm, Monday - Thursday


HYDE SHUTTLE 206-727-6262

Door-to-door transportation in the Rainier Valley and Renton

ACCESS 206-205-5000 OR 1-800-923-7433

Door-to-door and hand-to-hand transportation at your beck and call.

VOLUNTEER TRANSPORTATION 206-448-5740

Escorted rides to essential appointments.

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS The following services are useful for arranging transportation to the Cen-ter and other appointments. For additional transportation options call Senior Services at 206-448-3110.

SENIOR RIGHTS ASSISTANCE For concerns and questions about Medicare or Supplemental insurance, long-term care insurance, Social Security, SSD or SSI legal assistance, please call Senior Rights Assistance Office at 206-448-5720.

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LOANS The SESSC usually has a small inventory of walkers, canes, wheelchairs and other home-health aids available for your use. Please contact Jaime at 206-722-0317 for more details.

DENTAL HYGIENICS 1st Wednesdays, June 5th 8:30am-3:00pm Location: SESSC Wellness Center Dental Hygienist: Debra Fredrikson

SESSC offers dental hygiene care through Dental Hygienics. This is a fee-

based service. No medical coupons or sliding scale, as rates are lower than

most dental private practices. Appointments will be made through the

dental hygienist. Please come to the Center's Front Desk to pick up an

information packet, or call 206-948-7355 to speak with Deb Fredrikson,

Dental Hygienist.

NOTARY PUBLIC SERVICE Contact: Mary Downs Cost: $10.00 SESSC Finance Coordinator, Mary Downs, is a notary. If you need this service, please call 206-722-0317 to make an appointment.

MEALS ON WHEELS Enjoy delicious home-delivered meals that are available throughout King County. Interested? Please contact Sound Generations at 206-448-3110 for details about this program.

2-1-1 COMMUNITY RESOURCES LINE Did you know you can dial 2-1-1 from any landline phone in King County to receive referral information from a referral specialist? Referrals are availa-ble on a wide range of services offered in King County.

USE YOUR CREDIT/DEBIT CARD AT THE SESSC You can pay for all activities (including the Community Dining

Program) with your credit or debit card. It is safe and secure. Visa

and MasterCard accepted.

HOLLY COURT AA MEETINGS This Alcoholics Anonymous group meets on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays

and Fridays on the second floor from 2:00pm - 3:30pm, and Sundays at

6:00pm.

GOLD CARDS You can receive discounts from local businesses who participate in this program with a Gold Card. Drop by the Front Desk to get one.

MINOR HOME REPAIR Sound Generation’s Minor Home Repair program offers low-cost repairs for minor plumbing, electrical, or carpentry problems. Homeowners of all ages in Seattle, Shoreline, and Bellevue are eligible. Please call 206-448-5751 to coordinate your services.

Good Things To Know

SESSC Social Worker

Jaime Clark, MSW

SESSC Social Worker

You may schedule an appointment with SESSC Social Worker, Jaime Clark by phone or by completing the necessary form at

the Front Desk. Ask the receptionist for assistance. Check in at the Front Desk and the receptionist will assist you in filling

out the necessary form to make an appointment with SESSC Social Worker, Jaime Clark. (and walk-ins only if I am available)

Monday - Thursday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. I might be available on select Fridays by appointment only. Jaime can help

with the following:

Senior Housing Medicare/Medicaid

Support Groups Emergency Assistance

Caregiver Support Home Care Options

Long-term Care Options

Feeling down? Not enjoying your hobbies? Avoiding your friends and family? Feeling irritable? Trouble concentrating? If you are experiencing these symptoms, you may be depressed, and may be a candidate for PROBLEM SOLVING THERAPY. This includes 9 sessions with Jaime Clark, MSW. You will learn tools to enhance your life, relieve depression, and reconnect with your loved ones. This is a free therapy, but donations are welcomed Sign up at the Front Desk.

Phone: 206-722-0317

E-mail: [email protected]

SEATTLE PUBLIC UTILITIES - FREE TOILET PROGRAM If you live in the home that you own, get your water from Seattle Public Utilities, your toilet was installed before 2004, and you meet income eligibility guidelines (all Utility Discount Program customers qualify), please call Sound Generations Minor Home Repair at 206-448-5751 to apply. Removal of the old toilet and installation of the new one is all free. To learn more about SPU’s Wa-ter Conservation Program, visit www.seattle.gov/util/FreeToilets.

http://www.seattle.gov/util/FreeToilets


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