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Volume 6, Issue 4
June 2020
Calimesa Senior Center
The City of Calimesa and Family Service Association are
committed to keeping our participants, staff, volunteers
and community safe.
The Calimesa Senior Center remains closed, with
programming suspended until further notice.
Staff is available by email and telephone should you have
questions Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm,
and Friday 8:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Our Senior Nutrition program continues to offer the weekly
meal distribution on Wednesdays, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Please refer to page 2 for information.
We will make all attempts to keep you informed as
information becomes available. Please contact the Center,
or visit our Facebook Page by searching
“Calimesa Senior Center”.
Stay safe and we look forward
to welcoming you back here
at the Center when it is safe
to do so.
Senior Nutrition Meal
Package Distribution
Meal packages, consisting of five (5) frozen meals, milk, bread and
fruit, are distributed at the front door of the
Calimesa Senior Center on
Wednesdays, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Meal packages are limited to one
package per customer, per week.
Participants must be age 60 and above.
No residency restrictions.
Weekly distribution will continue until the
COVID-19 emergency is lifted.
Reminder...let’s keep everyone safe by
practicing social distancing and wearing
face masks.
Please contact the Center at
909-795-2287 with any questions.
Calimesa Senior Center
908 Park Avenue
Calimesa 92320
Keep Cool & Protect Your Health When
It’s Hot! Tips to Prevent Heat-Related Illness
• Stay hydrated throughout the day by drinking more water than usual.
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine and liquids with large amounts of sugar.
• Schedule outdoor activities for early morning or late evening. Avoid physical exertion.
• Pace your activity. Start activities slow and pick up pace gradually.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored and loose clothing.
• Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes. Wear and reapply sunscreen.
• Rest in the shade or a cool place every chance you get or stay in air-conditioned spaces.
• Do not eat heavy or oily foods and avoid cooking with your oven.
• Take a cool shower or bath to cool down.
• Check on your friends and neighbors who are elderly or have medical conditions.
Who’s at Risk?
Older individuals are at higher risk for health problems when it’s very hot. Please be extra cautious of you have:
• Existing medical conditions
• Take medication for high blood pressure
• Have mental health conditions
• Have been drinking alcohol
• Have previous heat-related illness
Save Energy Costs
• Set thermostat at 78 degrees or higher.
• Keep air conditioning duct vents clean and clear. Replace filters often.
• Make sure furniture or drapes are not blocking air vents.
• Turn off air conditioner on cooler evenings.
• Get your home weatherized.
For more information, please contact:
County of Riverside Community Action Partnership by phone at 951-955-4900
or visit www.capriverside.org
During these uncertain times it is important to receive factual
information from reliable sources. Below is a list of trusted agencies.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
www.cdc.gov or 1-800-232-4636
State of California
www.covid19.gov
California Department of Public Health
www.cdph.ca.gov
Riverside County Department of Public Health
www.rivcoph.org
San Bernardino County Department of Public Health
www.sbcounty.gov
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
www.nih.gov
Social Security Administration
Information www.ssa.gov
Online services www.socialsecurity.gov
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
www.irs.gov
Coronavirus tax relief www.irs.gov/coronavirus
Institute on Aging Senior Intervention & Friendship Hotline Age 60 and above seeking interaction and experiencing feelings of isolation
1-800-971-0016 or www.ioaging.org
Calimesa Senior Center
908 Park Avenue, Calimesa, CA 92320
Telephone: 909-795-2287
Lisa Tiedeman, Center Manager
Email: [email protected]
Family Service Association Headquarters
21250 Box Springs Rd. #212
Moreno Valley, CA 92557
www.fsaca.org
Family Service Association
Operating under contract with the City of Calimesa
Our Mission
Building community one family at a time, through
compassion, advocacy and comprehensive model
services, fostering self sufficiency and sustainable
impacts.
Our Vision
To make a difference in the world strengthening
families and individuals, creating strong and vibrant
communities.
Senior Center Hours
By telephone and email only
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Friday 8:30 am to 12:00 pm
City of Calimesa Website
Keep up to date on important meetings and community information on the City of Calimesa website.
Please visit:
www.cityofcalimesa.net