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Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs
TAX INFORMATION
WALK THE BLOCK PROGRAM
January 2016
City of Whittier
Come walk the block with Peanuts and Angela!!! Walking is an effective way to lower blood sug-
ar, reduce body fat, lower blood pressure, promotes positive mental stimulus and is a great
stress reliever.
We will meet on Monday and Tuesdays, beginning January 11th, at 10 a.m. at the Uptown
Senior Center. Wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. We welcome all— especially begin-
ners!! It is a great opportunity to start your new year and enjoy meeting new people.
For every ten laps completed your name will be entered
into a drawing for a prize.
What’s Inside
Trips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Uptown Programs . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Parnell Park Programs . . . . . . . .5
Special Event & Services... . . . .6
Clubs & Committees. . . . . . . . . 7
Walkers’ Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Movies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Tax season is upon us! Need help preparing your taxes? The City of Whittier is partnering up
with AARP once again to assist you. Call to make an appointment beginning Monday, January 4,
2016 at the Uptown Senior Center (562) 567-9470 and Parnell Park (562) 567-9450. Appoint-
ments will be available on a first-come, first-served basis on Wednesdays or Thursdays begin-
ning February 3, ending April 14 at both centers. Appointments are one-hour, beginning at 9:00
a.m. to 12 noon. Please bring ALL necessary paperwork such as: Form SSA-1099/SS Card, W-2
Wage Statements, Last Years Tax Return (2014). Please call for more information.
The senior center will be closed on Monday, January
18, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holi-
day.
AARP driver Safety Program will be having their two-day driver
education class.
AARP Members $15; Non-Members $20 Barcode: 40804
Pay at the first class. 1/11-13 M/W 12:30-4:30 p.m.
AARP DRIVERS EDUCATION CLASS
SENIOR CENTER CLOSED
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Trips TRIP REMINDER
Wednesday, January 13– Grammy Museum and LA Live
Parnell Park: 8:00 a.m. Departure
Depot: 8:30 a.m. Departure
Returns: 4:00 p.m. You will enjoy the official exhibit of
the Frank Sinatra Centennial, Sinatra: An American Icon traces 100
years of Sinatra legacy, from Hoboken, N.J., through superstardom,
chronicling the meteoric rise of his music career, his Hollywood suc-
cess, personal life, and humanitarian work. Followed by the rest of
this great museum. 2 1/2 hour Lunch on own at LA Live. Cost: $20 members $23 non-members Barcode# 40767
Saturday, January 23– The Eagles and Beach Boys Tribute
Uptown Senior Center ONLY: 5:00 p.m. Dinner
Returns at 10:30 p.m. Come and enjoy an evening of dinner
at the Uptown Senior Center and concert at the Whittier Center
Theatre. Dinner is included.
Cost: $25 members $30 non-members Barcode# 40768
UPCOMING TRIP
Wednesday, February 3- Trail of Treats in Solvang
Depot: 8:00 a.m. Departure
Returns at 7:00 p.m. You will enjoy a day in Solvang with a
guided tour absorbing all the sights, sounds, and smells of Solvang.
At the end of the tour you will enjoy Trail of Treats where you will
be able to sample sweet treats from several of the local stores.
Lastly, you will have a few hours to walk around on your own and en-
joy the charming little town. Lunch is on your own.
Cost: $63 members $67 non-members Barcode# 40769
Tuesday, February 16- Canyon Crest Winery
Parnell: 8:30 a.m. Departure
Depot: 9:00 a.m. Departure
Return time : 6:00 p.m. As a custom wine making winery, Can-
yon Crest Winery is the only winery in Riverside County that offers
you the ability to bottle your own personal vintage and custom label
your bottles in our facility. Customize special labels for your person-
al wine with your personal greetings, family name, business logo, spe-
cial occasion, or whatever you’d like on the label – making your wine
the perfect wine gift for any occasion! 2 1/2 hour Lunch on own.
Cost: $20 members $25 non-members Barcode# 40770
UPCOMING TRIPS
Saturday, March 5 - Fillmore Railroad & Lunch on the
train.
Uptown Senior Center ONLY: 9:45 a.m. Departure
Returns at: 5:45 p.m. Enjoy a moving lunch experi-
ence in the 1923 Powhatan Parlor car. This trip also in-
cludes the meal on the train which is Orange Chicken and
rice, vegetables, dessert, beverage tax and tip. Come ride
with the Fillmore and Western and step back in time
onboard the moving train.
Cost: $93 members $97 non-members Barcode# 40771
Thursday, March 17 - The Really Big Shooo
Parnell Park: 9:45 a.m. Departure
Depot: 10:15 a.m. Departure
Return at: 5:30 p.m. The Ed Sullivan Show was the long-
est-running variety show in tv history. While it showcased
comedians, circus performers, a little mouse, actors, and
more, the show became famous for its cutting-edge musi-
cal performances " A REALLY BIG Shooo " featuring FOR-
MER PALM SPRINGS FOLLIES CAST MEMBERS, delight-
ing audiences with their incredible talent, "Ed Sulli-
van", "The Beatles" (LIVE BAND ) , "Can We Talk," -"
Joan Rivers", "Diana Ross", "ELVIS", "Tina Turner", A Ven-
triloquist, Magician, "The June Taylor Dancers", a Little
Mouse and plenty of memories from the "good old days".
Lunch on your own.
Cost: $59 members $62 non-members Barcode# 40772
TRIP RATING SCALE Easy -Generally only light walking.
Moderate - Some walking necessary,
should be able to stand or walk for longer
periods of time without assistance.
Active - Better physical condition, lots
of walking included.
Senior Services Division
Information LUNCH RESERVATION PROCEDURE
To participate in the SASSFA Nutrition Program
at the Uptown Center, please note the following
procedures:
1. Participants must submit a completed intake
form Intake forms are available at the Senior
Center front desk.
2. RESERVATIONS FOR LUNCH MUST BE MADE 3 DAYS IN ADVANCE. RSVP between 9am-1pm
3. If you are not able to make it
to lunch, please call the Nutri-
tion Coordinator to cancel.
To contact the Nutrition Site Co-
ordinator or to RSVP for lunch call (562) 567-
9439 between 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Mon.-Fri.
Suggested donation for lunch - $2.75 for seniors
60 years and older.
HELPFUL HINTS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
The Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) serves
an ethnically and culturally diverse community through
programs designed to both alleviate hardship and pro-
mote health, personal responsibility, and economic inde-
pendence. The Department provides the following bene-
fits and services to low-income residents of Los Angeles
County: Temporary financial assistance and employment ser-vices for families and individuals.
Free and low-cost health care insurance for families with children, pregnant women and aged/blind/disabled adults;
Food benefits for families and individuals;
In-home services for elderly and disabled individu-als; and
Financial assistance and advocacy for federal disa-bility benefits for disabled individuals.
These services are provided locally throughout the many
communities that comprise Los Angeles County.
Senior Services Division 3
PRANIC HEALING TWIN HEARTS MEDITATION Pranic Healing® is a simple yet powerful & effective system of no-touch energy healing. It is based on the
fundamental principles that the body is a self-repairing living entity that possesses the ability to heal itself
and that the healing process is accelerated by increas-ing this life force that is readily available from the
sun, air and ground to address physical & emotional imbalances.
2nd Thursday of each month, 2:00-4:00
p.m. @ Uptown Whittier Senior Center
3rd Wednesday of each month , 6:00-
7:00 p.m. @ Parnell Park Community and Senior Center
The DMV has established the Senior Driver Ombudsman Program
for the expressed purpose of helping all drivers maintain their driv-
ing independence for as long as they can do so safely.
To achieve this goal DMV will:
· Address specific concerns of senior drivers and provide DMV
resources (including education & training)
· Provide information and support to seniors and their loved ones
when safety becomes a concern
This presentation will take place at the Uptown Senior
Center on Tuesday, January 26 at 10:00 a.m.
Come get your questions answered, and as much information as you
may need.
YOGA IS BACK! Starting Monday, January 25 at Parnell 10-11:30 Cost: $32 for 6 weeks Thursday, January 28 at Uptown 9:30-11 a.m. Cost: $32 residents $37 non-residents 6 weeks Instructor: Beate Brookfield
We would like to introduce our new Yoga Instructor for both
senior centers. Beate comes with a wealth of Yoga experience
and physical therapy background. She is very excited to share
her knowledge with all of our seniors. Beate will teach you the
basics of Yoga the three main structures: exercise, breath-
ing, and meditation.
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Uptown Senior Center
Activity Date Time Sponsored by: Pranic Healing and Meditation Thursday, January 14 2-4 p.m. Master Choa Kok Sui
Digital Tutorial Wednesday, January 20 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Social Time with a Staff Wednesday, January 27 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Birthday Celebration Friday, January 29 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
On–Going Activities
Presentations & Events COFFEE SOCIAL Monday, January 11, 10-11:30 a.m. Provided by: Humana Enjoy the morning with fresh coffee, and meet the representatives of Humana. They can answer questions you may have.
“LIVING NATURALLY AND HEALING NATURALLY” Tuesday, January 5, 9-10:30 a.m. By: Beate Brookfield What can we learn from the ancient wisdom of AYURVEDA, the complete medical system from India. Ayurveda means “The knowledge of Life.” Come and learn about Ayurveda’s unique principles. Find out how Ayurveda defines health and how illness are categorized and treated.
OVERVIEW PRESENTAT ION ON DIABETES Tuesday, January 12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Do you or someone you love have diabetes? Everyone with Dia-betes Counts is a program that encourages small lifestyle changes while learning about your diabetes. Visual Aids will help through the presentation to better understand. Differ-ent topics to benefit you in the awareness of Diabetes.
L I S PRESENTAT ION Friday, January 15, 10-11 a.m. Presented By: AGA
The LIS presentation goes over what help seniors can get
with Prescription Drug Cost. It will go over qualifications,
what counts, being prepared, howto apply, application & de-
termination. Join us for this informative presentation.
HEALTHWISE 101 Monday, January 25 10-11 a.m. Presented By: Brookdale Central Whittier Get information on your health. Snacks provided.
MEDICARE 101 Friday, January 29 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Presented By: AGA Still need questions answered about Medicare? Need a re-fresher on Medicare? Get all the information you need at this informative talk.
FITNESS TALK Tuesday, January 19, 10-11:30 a.m. Provided by: Humana Let’s start on the right foot this year and learn about fitness, healthy choices, and exercise. Let’s start 2016 Healthy and Fit!
NEW YEAR’S CRAFT Wednesday, January 20 1:30-3 p.m. Welcome in the New Year with a creative art pro-ject. Enjoy the afternoon with friends socializing and craft making. Cost: $3. Call to make a reservation today! Space is limited. Barcode: # 40774
DINNER & A MOVIE Monday, January 25, 4 p.m. You are invited to join us for Beef Stew, Salad, and a
roll with lemonade and coffee. Dessert provided by
Brookdale Central Whittier. Please register by
Wednesday, January 20. Only $8 # 39957
Before We Go - PG-13 95 min. Two strangers stuck in Manhattan for the night grow into
each other's most trusted confidants when an evening of
unexpected adventure forces them to confront their
fears and take control of their lives.
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Parnell Park Happenings
Activity Date Time Sponsored by: Bodhi Meditation Tuesdays 11 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.
Digital Tutorial Thursday, January 21 9-11 a.m.
Dominos Club Wednesdays 10 a.m.– 12 p.m.
Birthday Celebration Friday, January 29 12:30 p.m. Brookdale of Uptown
Whittier
On-Going Activities
Presentations/ Special Events & Activities “LIVING NATURALLY AND HEALING NATURALLY” Wednesday, January 6, 9-10:30 a.m. By: Beate Brookfield What can we learn from the ancient wisdom of AYURVEDA, the complete medical system from India. Ayurveda means “The knowledge of Life.” Come and learn about Ayurveda’s unique principles. Find out how Ayurveda defines health and how illness are categorized and treated.
COOKIE SOCIAL Friday, January 8, 10 a.m.– 12 p.m. Provided by: AGA Enjoy the morning with fresh cookies, and meet the representatives of AGA
CRAFT T IME Monday, January 11, 10-11:30 a.m. Provided by: Brookdale Central Whittier Enjoy a New Years craft with friends. Cost: Free. Space is limited to call to reserve your spot.
COFFEE SOCIAL Monday, January 11, 10-11:30 a.m. Provided by: Humana Enjoy the morning with fresh coffee, and meet the representatives of Humana. They can answer questions you may have.
COOKIE SOCIAL Friday, January 22, 10 a.m.– 12 p.m. Provided by: AGA Enjoy the morning with fresh cookies, and meet the representatives of AGA
HAIR CUTS Friday, January 15, 9-11 a.m. Provided by: Caremore Start the new year looking refreshed with a FREE haircut. Space is limited, call Parnell to reserve your spot!
DINNER & A MOVIE Tuesday, January 26, 4 p.m. You are invited to join us for Beef Stew, Salad, and a roll
with lemonade and coffee. Dessert provided by Brookdale
Central Whittier. Please register by Wednesday, Janu-
ary 20. Only $8 # 39959
The Man from U.N.C.L.E In the early 1960s, CIA agent Napoleon Solo and KGB opera-
tive Illya Kuryakin participate in a joint mission against a mys-
terious criminal organization, which is working to proliferate
nuclear weapons.
Join us for another trek to Worsham Canyon Trail,
Monday, January 25. Seating is limited, so please sign
up by Thursday, January 14. Departing from Parnell
Park at 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Should it rain they will go to La Mirada Regional Park .
*NOTE: Trails are CLOSED for 48hrs after a rainstorm
Special Events Services
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LEGAL ASSISTANCE Uptown Senior Center
1st Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Starting in
February
FREE, 15-minute legal assistance to seniors.
Services include advice and counseling.
By appointment only.
HEARING AID CHECK Beginning the first Wednesday of each
month in 2016, Connect Hearing will be con-
ducting otoscopic exams, hearing screenings,
and hearing aid checks for those who sign-up!
Reserve your spot today!
First Wednesday of each month
Uptown Whittier Senior Center: 9:00 a.m.
First Wednesday, every other month
Parnell Park: 10:30 a.m.
Dial– A– Ride Transportation DAR PASSENGERS-
In order to receive your preferred pick up
time, please schedule your ride at least two or
three days in advance. You may schedule appoint-
ments up to seven days in advance. If you have
further questions, please contact Transit at
562-567-9480.
Wednesday, January 13
Breakfast served at 9:30 a.m. Only $3*
Eggs, Sausage, Potatoes, Fruit, &
Fresh Cinnamon Rolls
Co-sponsored by
Brookdale Uptown Whittier *Tickets must be purchased by the Friday
before the breakfast.
Barcode # 39953
MONDAY MOVIES @ Uptown Starring Actor : Varies
January 4 We Were Soldiers (2002)
January 11 Stargate (1994)
January 18 CLOSED
January 25 The Old Man and the Sea (1958)
All Monday Movies are within the time period of the 1940’s and up. They begin at 1 p.m.
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TUESDAY MOVIES @ Parnell Starring Actor : Varies
January 5 Oceans 11
January 12 The Graduate
January 19 Mississippi Burning
January 26 To Kill a Mockingbird
All Tuesday Movies are within the time period of the 1940’s and up. They begin at 10 a.m.
SUPPORT SERVICES Blood Pressure Testing - Provided by Apple
Care Uptown Senior Center, 1st Thursday, 10:00-
10:30a.m.
Parnell Park, 1st Thursday, 12:00noon - 1:00p.m.
Blood Sugar Testing - Provided by So. Cal
Post Acute Care
Parnell Park, 2nd Wednesday, 9:00-9:30a.m. Uptown Senior Center, 2nd Wednesday, 10:00-
10:30a.m.
Entertainment By: Tony the Keyboard
Senior Advisory Committee
The Senior Advisory Committee meets the 2nd
Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the
Uptown Senior Center.
The public is welcome to attend the Senior
Advisory Committee meeting to make comments and
suggestions. The objective of the Advisory Commit-
tee is to advise staff on the operation of the Senior
Center. Committee members are elected into office
by the general senior membership.
Upcoming Meeting Dates:
January 13, 2016
NOTE: Beginning January 2016, the Senior Advisory
Committee will be meeting every other month.
Whittier Accessibility Committee
The seven-member committee is an advisory body
under the Social Services Commission which
studies access issues such as sidewalks,
transportation, facilities, etc., and recommends
access improvements to assist those with
disabilities in the community. Meetings are held
quarterly on the 4th Tuesday of January, April,
July and October from 1 - 2 p.m. at the Uptown
Senior Center. Public comments are welcomed at
the beginning of each meeting.
Upcoming Meeting Dates:
January 26, 2016
Book Club
Meets at the Uptown Senior Center on the 4th
Tuesday of each month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Un-
less otherwise noted. Meet new friends and dis-
cuss great literature!
Upcoming Meeting Dates:
January 26, 2016
Clubs Committees SENIOR CLUBS For more information on these clubs, please call
the contacts below.
Whittier Bridge Club @ Uptown Center
Mondays 12:30 – 4 p.m.
Contact: Bev Risse
(562) 947-3360
Parnell Park Club Thursdays 9:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Meeting and BINGO
2nd Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Contact: Richard Cody through Parnell Park at
(562) 567-9450
Guirado Park Club Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Gatherings, Games (Bingo), Socials, Potlucks
President: Eppy Valenzuela
(323) 303-0015
Palm Park Club 2nd Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Social Gatherings and Great Trip Opportunities
Contact: Diane Dominguez (562) 458-0465, or
Eleanor Huerta (562) 902-0336
St. Mary’s Silver Tops Club @ Whittier Community Center
Non-denominational—everyone welcome!
Fridays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Gatherings, Games, Socials and Dime BINGO
Contact: Lucy Estrada
(562) 338-8499
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UPTOWN WALKERS SCHEDULE
Walk to local sites or use public transportation.
Meet at times and locations listed below. All
dates are Tuesday unless otherwise noted. Jan. 5 Local Walk ( Uptown Center 10: 00 a.m. ) Jan. 12 Petersen's Automotive $ 12.00 ( Green Line 9:10 a.m. ) Jan. 19 Pacific City in Huntington Beach ( NE corner Beach & La Habra ) Jan. 26 Gold Line to the end and back for lunch ( Green Line 9:10 a.m. )
FAVORITE FLICKS
Enjoy a matinee with great movies on the big screen
TV. All showings are at 1 p.m. Please view at your own
discretion. Full movie synopses are available.
Parnell Park Wednesdays and Thursdays Jan. 6-7 Spy (R)
Jan. 13-14 Ricki and the Flash (PG-13)
Jan. 20-21 Some Kind of Beautiful ( R)
Jan. 27-28 Southpaw (R)
Uptown Center Thursdays and Fridays Jan. 7-8 Some Kind of Beautiful (R)
Jan. 14-15 No Escape (R)
Jan. 21-22 Southpaw ( R)
Jan. 28-29 Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl (PG-13)
Fernando Dutra
Joe Vinatieri
Owen Newcomer
Bob Henderson
Cathy Warner
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Jeffrey W. Collier
City Manager
Nancy Mendez
Assistant City Manager
Greg Alaniz
Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Joan Mithers
Community Services Manager
Vacant
Community Services Manager
Uptown Senior Center (562) 567-9470
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Ruri Pierre Supervisor
Angela Garner Coordinator
Parnell Park Community
& Senior Center
(562) 567-9450
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Other Important Numbers
Community Center (562) 567-9430
Transit Division
Dial-A-Ride Reservations
(562) 567-9470
(562) 698-3013
County Dial-A-Ride (800) 439-0439
City Hall (562) 567-9999
Palm Park (562) 908-3666
Uptown Senior Center
13225 Walnut Street
Whittier 90602
Parnell Park Center
15390 Lambert Road
Whittier 90604
There is a new game coming to the newsletter….
It’s called Guess What? You will need to answer the question from the newslet-
ter, and turn your answer in at the front desk. You can
ONLY turn in one answer in per month. At the end of the
month we will draw a name from those who have the cor-
rect answer. One lucky winner will win a prize! This
months question:
Q: How many trips did Dial-A-Ride do for the month of
December?
A:_________________________________________
Name:______________________________________ Answers must be turned in by Thursday, Jan. 28