The following programs will be offered at the Cypress Senior Center, which is located at 9031 Grindlay Street, just south of Lincoln Avenue and about a mile west of Valley View Street in Cypress. You need not be a Cypress resident to participate in these free programs. For more information or reservations please call (714) 229-2005. Information about other services at the Cypress Senior Center may also be found on the Cypress Recreation & Community Services’ website at www.cypressrec.com.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS
Glenda Papa, R.N. Mondays, January 4, 11, 18 and 25 10:00 - 11:30 am Free. Walk-in.
CALIFORNIA TELEPHONE ACCESS PROGRAM - CTAP
Thursday, January 7th 10:30 am - 12:00 pm California Communications Access Foundation Californians who are deaf, hard of hearing, speech disabled, blind, or who have low vision, cognitive impairments or restricted mobility are eligible to receive equipment from CTAP. Eligible customers can receive equipment absolutely free. Find out if you qualify and how to apply. Free. Walk-in.
JUST IN CASE - EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Thursday, January 14th 10:30 - 11:30 Deborah Wilson with WeCare Understand the emergency risks that could affect your community, look at your special needs, and develop a plan, including having emergency supplies ready. Free. Reservations recommended.
OC ALERT REGISTRATION
Thursday, January 14th 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Gael Locklin, Police Service Officer and Volunteers in Policing (VIP) Cypress Police Department AlertOC is a mass notification system designed to keep Orange County residents informed of emergencies and certain community events. Sign up for this important community program. Free. Walk-in.
LEGAL WORKSHOP: MEDI-CAL PLANNING FOR LONG TERM CARE
Wednesday, January 20th 1:00 - 3:30 pm Alzheimer’s Association O. C. Chapter Presenter: Michelle West, Attorney Get current information before a crisis hits. During the workshop, Michelle West, an elder law attorney, will discuss Medi-Cal planning, durable powers of attorney, advance directives, estate planning, and probate vs. a living will or trust.
Free. Reservations required.
HEALTHY MOUTHS, HEALTHY BODIES
Monday, January 25th 10:30 - 11:30 am Dr. Charles Kim, DDS Dr. Kim will discuss common oral hygiene problems, tips on how to overcome them and answer all of your questions regarding dental care. Free. Reservations recommended.
CHOLESTEROL SCREENING
Tuesday, January 26th 9:30 - 11:30 am CareMore Health Plan A total cholesterol test is a measure of all the cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood. Cholesterol is a soft wax-like substance found in all parts of the body. Your body needs a little bit of cholesterol to work properly, but too much cholesterol can clog your arteries and lead to heart disease and stroke. Fasting gives a more accurate reading, but is not required to participate in this screening. Free. Walk-in; first-come/first-served. Limited availability.
SENIOR FRAUD PROTECTION
Thursday, January 28th 10:30 - 11:30 am Jerry Jenson, Scam Protection Advocate Join Jerry Jenson to learn from his personal unfortunate scam incident in order to protect yourself from becoming a victim as well. He will be providing the publication “Protect Yourself From Fraud,” published by the Dept. of Corporations. Free. Reservations recommended.
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