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Community Events & Opportunities

Ombudsman Volunteer Orientation April 10

Ombudsman volunteers advocate to improve the quality of life for seniors who are residents of nursing homes and residential care facilities throughout San Diego County. This program is managed by Aging & Independence Services.

Click here to view the flyer for more information about the Ombudsman Volunteer program.

There is an orientation for new volunteers on April 10 from 4:00 - 6:30pm in Room 171 at the County Operations Center, 5560 Overland Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123. (View the full certification training schedule.)

If you are interested in becoming a Certified Ombudsman Volunteer or you want to learn more, call (800) 640-4661 or (858) 560-2507, or email Kristin.Rigsbee@sdcounty.ca.gov.

Southern Caregiver Resource Center
Events April 11 & 20

Making the Most of Your Doctor's Visit
When: April 11, 10:00 - 11:00am
Where: Southern Caregiver Resource Center
3675 Ruffin Road, Suite 230 (Confernce Room), San Diego, CA 92123
Program: Learn how to prepare for a visit to the doctor, how to make the most of your time with the physician, and what to do after the visit. Explore successful communication strategies and learn how to help the care receiver during doctor visits.
Register: Online or by calling (800) 827-1008.

Caring for the Caregiver
When: April 20, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Where: Logan Heights Branch Library
567 S 28th St, San Diego, CA 92113
Program: Learn about various topics relevant to caregivers, get answers to your most important questions, improve your ability to communicate and acquire new techniques that will help you maintain better health. There will be guest speakers, resources, refreshments, and opportunity drawings.
Register: Online or by calling Jessica Romero at (619) 456-7676.

St. Paul's Senior Services
Senior & Family Resource Fair May 23

This is a free event for seniors, family members and caregivers. Celebrate National Senior Health and Fitness Day and learn about resources for a healthier senior lifestyle. There will be over 40 exhibitors specializing in senior services. View the PDF flyer.

When: Wednesday, May 23, 2018 from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Where: St. Paul’s Villa, 2340 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, visit www.stpaulseniors.org/event/resource-fair,
call (619) 239-6900 and ask for Lizette Galindo, or email lgalindo@stpaulseniors.org.