Please visit www.rsfseniorcenter.org/in-person-classes or call the Senior Center at 858-756- 3041 to register for in-person classes.
Virtual Dementia Training: Are you supporting a loved one living with dementia? Are you curious what it is like living with dementia so that you can be a more compassionate caregiver? Escondido Silverado Memory Care Community is enrolling participants in The Virtual Dementia Tour. If you are interested in attending a training at the Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center, please call 858-756-3041 to register. The date is to be determined.
Paint with Alex Schaefer – Wednesday, July 24, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. – All level painters are welcome to join us in the studio with working artist and educator Alex Schaefer. Learn techniques to further your painting skills. Bring your own artwork and supplies (acrylic, oil, or (watercolor) to work with Alex and fellow artists. There is a $20 fee per class paid to the instructor.
Elder Fraud Seminar at the Encinitas Senior Center – Tuesday, July 30, at 10 a.m. – FBI San Diego Citizens Academy Elder Fraud Seminar at the Encinitas Senior Center is in partnership with the San Diego Seniors Community Foundation and Country Friends supported by the Wells Fargo Foundation and invitees from the Encinitas Community and Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center along with the patrons and board members of Country Friends. Seniors and families are welcome!
“What is Elder Fraud? Seniors are increasingly targeted by scammers looking for financial gain. According to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), in 2023, victims 60 and older reported losing $3.4 billion to fraud, a 11% increase over the previous year. The average loss per victim was $33,101, with 5,920 victims losing more than $100,000.” Event location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. Encinitas, 92024
The Cutting Edge of Aging with Elia Nikolaev CHT, C-IAYT, founder of Brain Excel Neurofeedback Center – Thursday, Aug. 1, from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. – This lecture on neurofeedback will highlight the nature of age-related cognitive decline, the epidemiology of dementia and mild-cognitive impairment, and the unique advantage that QEEG based neurofeedback provides to anyone at risk. Learn how it is possible to take agency of your own brain health in the same way that it is possible to take agency of your muscular health. For more information, visit www.brainexcelsd.com
Look at the Upside: A Psychologist’s Insights About Aging Well and Managing Setback – Friday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. – Dr. Joseph Casciani has worked for 30 + years as a psychologist with a specialty in geriatric mental health and is the founder of the Living to 100 Club. His message goes beyond the usual tips on diet and fitness. He addresses ways to adapt to the challenges that often accompany advancing age, while helping participants maintain more optimistic views. Thank you to our sponsor Griswold Home Care.
Open Play Mah Jongg – Monday (weekly) from 10 a.m. – noon – Enjoy a friendly game of beginner American Mahjongg, a tile-based game that is enjoyed by individuals throughout the world! A Basic understanding of the tiles and rules is required.
NEW CLASS! Tai Chi / Longevity Self-Care – Tuesday (weekly) from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. – Learn Tai Chi and longevity self-care techniques to enhance health, energy, and balance with Dr. Abraham Kim from Synaptic Integrated Medicine. Dr. Abraham brings his background of integrated medicine in neurology and longevity practices to share tips on how to work with the aging process and prevent degenerative neurological conditions. There is a $10 fee per class paid to the instructor.
Calling All Chess Players! – Tuesday (weekly) – 2 p.m.-4 p.m. – Come and enjoy a friendly game of chess at the Senior Center and get a workout for your brain! Research has found evidence that playing chess may result in improved brain function, memory, cognitive abilities, and strategic thinking. Each Tuesday, enjoy a friendly game of chess at the RSF Senior Center. All levels of players are welcome. Tables and playing pieces are furnished.
Chair Yoga – Thursday (weekly) 10 a.m.-11 a.m. – Peggie Moore, a certified yoga instructor, Reiki Master, and BEWELL Yoga for Cancer teacher, offers a weekly outdoor, in-person chair yoga class. This class will teach you techniques to improve core strength and balance, increase flexibility, and reduce stress. There is a $10 per person fee paid to the instructor. The first class is free.
Conversational Spanish – Friday (weekly) – Beginner Class 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. and Intermediate Class 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Jeannette Caruth learned Spanish solely through conversation and invites you to become more familiar with the language. Each class is a one hour adventure of hearing and speaking another language. All levels are welcome. There is a $10 fee per class paid to the instructor.
Stay Active and Engaged with our Virtual Classes – Visit our website www.rsfseniorscenter.org and click the “Online Programs” tab.
Please Note: visit www.rsfseniorcenter.org/in-person-classes or call the Senior Center at 858- 756-3041 to register for in-person classes. To receive our newsletter by email, visit our website: www.rsfseniorcenter.org and provide your email address or send an email to [email protected].
Resource and Referral Service – Available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Seniors and their family members can speak with a staff member in person or by telephone and receive valuable information to address a wide variety of needs. Please call 858-756-3041 or email [email protected] for assistance.
–Kris Slugg is the executive director of the RSF Senior Center
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