A popular senior center in Point Loma recently opened its Senior Lounge to better serve active “youngsters” age 60 and above across the Peninsula at All Souls Episcopal Church, 1475 Catalina Blvd.
\nThe new space includes a computer area, a game table, soft seating for relaxing and socializing, a training area and a media center, along with new stimulating materials. Refreshments will be served at the event. Since 1980, the PSC has provided a warm, inspiring and safe place for seniors to gather, socialize, learn and enjoy themselves.
\nThe lounge will be open on a regular basis this summer (Tuesdays and Wednesdays, June 7 to Aug. 31) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Beginning Sept. 1, hours will expand from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.
\nThe PSC mission statement says the group hopes to provide “a support system so that older adults, age 60 and over, may live independently and self-sufficiently in their own homes for as long as possible, while providing opportunities to learn, socialize and serve.”
\nTransportation is also offered by the PSC.
\n“We will have a van scheduled for pick-up and drop-off on several of the days the lounge is open,” said Shari Houser, executive director. “We offer water and coffee on a daily basis and snacks when they are donated. We also have a collection of books, games and art supplies for all to use.”
\nA nonprofit organization, Shepherd Centers across the U.S. (about 100) receive their funding from foundations, grants and donations. San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) is also a PSC source.
\nThe Peninsula center provides many other services to area seniors. Currently operating two vans, one with a wheelchair lift, seniors may request transportation to medical appointments and shuttle services to grocery stores and local errands through the “Out and About Peninsula” service, which carries a $50 annual fee and $5 per trip suggested donation.
\nVolunteer drivers pick up clients at their homes and deliver them to doctors’ offices and also conduct shopping trips, dropping seniors at the front door of stores such as Ralph’s, Von’s, Trader Joe’s, Target, Stumps and others.
\nThe center also provides a support group for caregivers and a bereavement counseling group, both led by qualified people, plus information and referrals. Other center offerings include “Lunch Bunch,” a monthly light meal and program ($3), and the “Chat and Fold” group, which assembles and prepares the monthly newsletter for mailing. “The Needlers” is a knitting group, while crafting, computer training and access to other information programs is designed to keep seniors active and engaged.
\nA community garden is also being developed.
\nVolunteer drivers are currently being sought. To donate to the program or to receive information, call 619-223-1640 or go to sdpsc.org.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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