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Due to COVID-19 and the Shelter In Place order issued by the Berkeley Health
Officer, BERKELEY SENIOR CENTERS REMAIN CLOSED for the safety of our patrons.
For the latest news about the COVID-19 response in Berkeley, go to:
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/covid-19/
In the United States, the month of May each year is celebrated as Asian Pacific American
Heritage Month. In the mid 1970s, a nationwide advocacy campaign was launched to obtain
Congressional Resolution to designate one week in May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Week.
This concept originated from Jeanie F. Jew, a staff person on Capital Hill at the time and a
board member of the Organization of Chinese Americans. This annual celebration came about in
1978 when President Jimmy Carter signed into law a Joint Resolution of the Congress of the
United States designating the week of May 4 - 11th for the celebration of Asian and Pacific
Islanders culture and heritage. It took more than ten year of advocacy before the celebration
was extended to include the entire month of May. On May 7, 1990, President George W. Bush
signed into law proclaiming Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
Celebrate, honor, and participate in the rich traditions of our diverse Asian community! Activi-
ties are happening throughout the month, including those listed below.
Source: https://apaheritage.org/
Asian Art Museum
Enjoy a variety of activities including virtual events; art activities; performances; cooking
demonstrations, and more! If the price of any of the activities is a barrier, use the code
VIRTUALACCESS for complimentary admission.
Link: https://asianart.org/celebrate-asian-american-pacific-islander-heritage-month/
PBS American Heritage Month
Link: https://www.pbs.org/specials/asian-pacific-american-heritage-month/
Oakland Asian Cultural Center
Panel Discussion: The AAPI Experience - Listen, Learn, Act!
May 4th, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Dr. Russell Jeung, Saly Lee, and Jordyn Lee will shed light on the AAPI experience, discuss the
nuances of the current racial justice movement, and offer ways to get involved locally and na-
tionally.
Link: https://oacc.cc/event/panel-discussion-the-aapi-experience-listen-learn-act/
Page The Nugget, May 2021
Give us a call or send an e-mail!
While both Berkeley Senior
Centers remain closed, due to
the COVID-19 shelter in place
order, staff continue to provide Join us for FREE online nutrition classes! The
information and assistance to participants. FREE VeggieRx Program Includes:
Over the phone, we can help you to connect
with community services and resources. We 10 Drop-in lessons that will teach you how to
also help to fill out applications such as have a healthy and balanced diet
HEAP, East Bay Paratransit, Berkeley Rides, Weekly recipes for you to try at home
Section 8 renewal, housing applications, IHSS Get $12 free vouchers every time you attend
and CalFresh. We look forward to assisting to spend on fresh fruits & vegetables at the
you! farmers’ market.
Children and family are welcome to attend all
classes and events! Reserve your seat now!
For more information, visit:
www.freshapproach.org
Email anytime: Seniors@cityofberkeley.info Or email: veggierx@freshapproach.org
Although our programs are CLOSED TO THE
PUBLIC by order of the City of Berkeley Health
Officer, we are still working to serve you! Pro-
gram contact information is listed here.
Senior Centers
A 10 session group serving the full spectrum of
senior LGBTQ+ community members caring for
LGBTQ partners/friends and ourselves as we age.
The group will focus on facing medical conditions
Meals on Wheels, (510) 981-5250 and issues of aging through personal exploration,
Social Services, (510) 981-5180 group support, and education.
Email: Seniors@cityofberkeley.info This is a no-fee group limited to 10 individuals
therefore we request a commitment to attend
You may email, or call us any time to leave a
the entire series. Sessions will be held via Zoom
message, but please be aware that staff will with HIPPA certification.
not be able to respond to messages until the
hours listed above. We appreciate your
patience!
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Due to COVID-19 and in an effort to keep everyone safe, we will take up to two (2) people at a time food
shopping. Shopping trips are offered on a first come, first served basis and you will be picked up from and
dropped off at your home by our bus driver.
Participants are expected to follow CDC and City of Berkeley COVID-19 guidelines by wearing a mask,
sanitizing their hands and practicing physical distancing of 6-feet from each other.
To reserve your spot, call (510) 981-5170 or (510) 981-5190.
You must call at least two (2) business days in advance to schedule.
Day Where Time
Mon, 5/10/21 Walmart (Hilltop/Richmond) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Tues, 5/11/21 Safeway (Rose & Shattuck) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Wed, 5/12/21 El Cerrito Plaza (Trader Joe’s & Lucky) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Thurs, 5/13/21 Grocery Outlet (Oakland) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Fri, 5/14/21 Berkeley Bowl (West) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Mon, 5/17/21 Safeway (Rose & Shattuck) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Tues, 5/18/21 Target (Emeryville) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Wed, 5/19/21 Sprout’s (Albany) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Thurs, 5/20/21 Grocery Outlet (Oakland) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Mon, 5/24/21 Safeway (Rose/Shattuck) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Tues, 5/25/21 Berkley Bowl (West) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Wed, 5/26/21 El Cerrito Plaza (Trader Joe’s & Lucky) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Thurs, 5/27/21 Dollar Store (Berkeley) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Fri, 5/28/21 Target (Emeryville) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Tues, 6/1/21 Grocery Outlet (Oakland) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Wed, 6/2/21 El Cerrito Plaza (Trader Joe’s & Lucky) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Thurs, 6/3/21 Berkeley Bowl (West) 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Page 3 The Nugget, May 2021Community members are encouraged to
check with their health care provider. Most
providers are able to provide tests quickly COVID-19 VACCINATION INFORMATION
to anyone with symptoms. If you do not The resources below will provide
have a health care provider, there are information on how and where to receive a
several options available.
vaccination once it is available for your
target group. Community members are also
Find out about more testing options in Berkeley: encouraged to contact their health care
https://www.cityofberkeley.info/get-tested/
provider to receive the vaccine.
State of California: My Turn
California has created a centralized site
where residents can check to see when it is
there turn to get the COVID-19 vaccine, and
sign up to be notified when it is their turn.
Web: https://myturn.ca.gov
or https://covid19.ca.gov/vaccines/
Schedule an appointment: Alameda County: Vaccination Guidance
https://lhi.care/covidtesting and Resources
General information about COVID-19 vaccine
planning and administration in Alameda
County, including distribution phases and
how to sign up to be notified when it is your
turn to be vaccinated.
Web: https://covid-19.acgov.org/vaccines
Phone: (510) 268-2101
Email: ncov@acgov.org
City of Berkeley
Sign up to be notified when a vaccine is
Schedule an appointment: available for you.
https://test.curativeinc.com/ Web: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/
schedule/berkeley covax/
Email: covid19@cityofberkeley.info
*The kiosk is generally open Monday- Phone: (510) 981-CITY/2489 or 311 from any
Saturday, but days and hours of operation landline in Berkeley
may change without notice.
CVS Pharmacy
Vaccines administered by appointment only
based on local eligibility guidelines
https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid
-19-vaccine
No cost, drive through testing for people 18+.
Schedule an appointment:
https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing
Page 4 The Nugget, May 2021In this time of separation, Well
Connected and Well Connected Español
are here for you to provide laughs,
intellectual stimulation, inspiration,
conversation and more, all via groups
you can join from home, by phone or
FREE two-hour virtual class to provide YOU, online.
the caregiver, with tools and resources to
help take better care of YOU and your senior. Registration is completely free and
Learn about home safety/fall prevention; easy. You can register online or by con-
sleeping well; behavior management; com- tacting Covia at:
munication; managing emotions; memory Phone: (877) 797-7299 or,
loss/cognitive decline; and future/end of life Email: coviaconnections@covia.org.
planning.
For more info, visit: https://
covia.org/programs/well-connected/
LIFE ElderCare’s Health Forward Program Learn about, and inform, City of Berkeley
provides free health and wellness interventions Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) funding
that can reduce the risk of falls & injury, and services. Meetings are being conduct-
improve strength and balance, and ensure that ed to elicit community input on the pro-
your home environment is safe as you age. posed MSHA FY21/22 Annual update funds,
and on new ideas and strategies to address
Services include fall risk assessment, medication mental health needs in Berkeley.
review, home safety assessment, minor home MEETING DATES
modifications (if eligible), education, exercise, Monday, May 3: 1:00 - 2:30 pm
care coordination / referrals, and more. Older Tuesday, May 4: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
adults age 60+ and living in Alameda County are Tuesday, May 11: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
eligible for the program; preference is given to Wednesday, May 12: 3:00 - 4:30 pm
seniors who have difficulty leaving the home. ZOOM: https://zoom.us/j/8446733966?
pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09
All Health Forward services are offered virtually
during COVID. To sign up: Call into Zoom: 1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966
Call: (510) 894-0370, or Password: 081337
Email: info@LifeElderCare.org
Page 5 The Nugget, May 2021As we get older we are more prone to dehydration because
our thirst reflex does not work as well. We don’t catch the
signs of thirst in a timely way because our blood vessels are
less flexible. That means our brains don’t realize we’re in
need of hydration.
Even mild dehydration can make us weak and confused,
cause urinary tract infections, low blood pressure, and can
lead to severe health risks like heat stroke. Dehydration is a
primary cause of falling among older adults. Also, people
with dementia and Alzheimer’s may forget they need to drink, which can cause a major health
issue.
How you can ensure you are getting enough fluids:
Drink something with every meal, snack or pill you have.
When you feel thirsty, don’t wait; this is your body’s signal that it needs water.
Eat foods with high moisture content like fruits or vegetables.
Generally, 6 – 8 glasses of fluids per day are appropriate (unless medical conditions, such as
congestive heart failure, rule out this amount). Monitor urine output. If your urine is
yellow or has a strong smell, you likely need to drink more!
Drink frequently during the day, rather than drinking large amounts at one time.
Keep glasses of water and/or a water pitcher available throughout the day wherever you are
(in bed, on the patio, in a favorite seating area in the house).
Remember, if you are on diuretics (“water pill”), you need to drink MORE fluids and are at
higher risk of dehydration.
What are good drink choices?
Water is your best choice for drinking, whether plain, carbonated, or with added flavors. We in the
East Bay have access to excellent water, so bottled water is unnecessary. Coffee and tea will
actually count towards your fluid needs, despite the fact that they have caffeine.
Choose these drinks most often:
Water! – Add a slice or two of any citrus, berries, or cucumber to your water for great flavor
and no calories. Fresh mint and rosemary can add some interest, too.
Non-fat or low-fat milk
100% fruit juice (limit to ½ cup). Or add a little juice to flavor plain water.
Unsweetened tea
Diet soda (occasionally)
Search www.ChooseMyPlate.gov for more “better beverage” ideas
Page 6 The Nugget, May 2021Alameda County Social Services
Agency (SSA)
SSA is providing no-cost, IRS- Tax Day: 5/17
certified tax preparation services Do you need help with transportation?
for low-income taxpayers from
February 1st — April 14th. Berkeley Rides for Seniors &
Phone: (510) 271-9141 the Disabled (BRSD) assists
Web: City of Berkeley seniors and
https://www.alamedacountysocialservices.org/our disabled adults with travel-
-services/Work-and-Money/Other-Support/tax- ling throughout Berkeley and
services
neighboring cities by supple-
Email: vita.eitc@acgov.org
menting their transportation
EARN it KEEP it SAVE it costs with free Taxi Scrip, Wheelchair Van
A coalition of organizations that provide free tax Vouchers, or East Bay Paratransit Tickets.
help throughout the Bay Area led by United Way Bay
Area in partnership with the IRS. Services are free, GREAT NEWS! The age eligibility requirement
secure, and high-quality. Tax returns are has changed. BRSD is now for Berkeley
prepared by trained and IRS-certified volunteers. residents age 70 and older or those certified as
Web: https://uwba.org/tax-help/ disabled by East Bay Paratransit of ANY age and
income.
For more information and/or to apply, visit:
Web: www.cityofberkeley.info/berkeleyrides
Phone: (510) 981-7269
Legal Assistance for Seniors (LAS) is the
parent agency for Alameda
County’s HICAP. We help people on
Medicare and pre-retirees to navigate
the health insurance maze. HICAP provides free,
unbiased Medicare counseling to anyone in
Alameda County. We help Medicare beneficiaries
of any age make informed choices and provide ad-
vocacy when their health care benefits and rights
are threatened or denied. If COVID-19 caused
If you are in need of food during the pandemic,
someone to lose their health insurance or reduced and live in Berkeley, Albany, or Kensington,
their income a HICAP Counselor can contact HelpBerkeley.org! You can buy 2 meals
provide information about Medicare options. for $10, sourced from a dozen local restau-
Individual phone appointments with Counselors and rants, that their volunteers deliver for free. In
virtual educational presentations to groups are addition, if you answer yes to the question “In
available throughout the county. There is no cost
to meet with our volunteer HICAP Counselors. the past month, have you ever run out of
food, or worried you would run out, before
you would be able to buy more?” they can de-
Call for an appointment today:
liver, at no cost, 6 solid meals per week or two
HICAP: (510) 839-0393 LAS: (510) 832-3040
bags of groceries.
For more information about HICAP (Health If you would like to become a member to
Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) access their affordable meals, or their free
and LAS (Legal Assistance for Seniors) visit: meals and groceries, please contact:
Web: www.HelpBerkeley.org
www.lashicap.org Helpline: (510) 288-3080
Page 7 The Nugget, May 2021PLEASE NOTE: Participants may not be enrolled in more than one meal program
(Café Delivery, Grab & Go, or Meals on Wheels) at a time.
If you are a Berkeley Senior Center member who If you are a Berkeley resident who is 60 years of age
lives in Berkeley, you may be eligible to receive five and above, you can register for “limited
(5) meals per week delivered to your home! Recipi- contact”, curbside meal pickup at the South Berkeley
ents must be present to receive the delivery. Senior Center located at 2939 Ellis Street in
Berkeley. You must wear a mask when picking up.
Delivery schedule: Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:00 am Pick-up Schedule: Tuesdays, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Participants who are 60 years of age and above are encouraged to make the suggested contribution of $3 per
meal. No one will be turned away for inability to contribute. For those who are between the ages of 55 - 60,
the cost for lunches is $5 per meal.
CALL (510) 981-5190 or Email Seniors@cityofberkeley.info to sign up for these meal programs.
Meals on Wheels continues to provide seven (7) meals per week to participants. To reduce the
possibility of exposure to COVID-19, deliveries are scheduled for Mon—Wed—Fri, 10:30 am to 1:00
pm. If you live in Berkeley and want to find out if you qualify for Meals on Wheels, call
(510) 981-5250, or email Seniors@cityofberkeley.info.
Other Local Meals on Wheels Programs
Albany: (510) 524-9122
Emeryville: (510) 209-1028
Oakland/San Leandro/Hayward/Castro Valley/San Lorenzo: (510) 582-1263
West Contra Costa County: (510) 412-0166
If you are a current Mercy Brown Bag recipient living in Berkeley, and need food during this time,
please call (510) 981-5170 or (510) 981-5190 by 12:00 noon on the Monday prior to the
designated delivery day. Please provide us with your Mercy Brown Bag card number, name,
address, and phone number and we will deliver your bag to you. Recipients must be present to
receive the delivery. PLEASE NOTE: Participants can also make prior arrangements to pick up
their brown bag by calling one of the numbers listed above.
The next scheduled delivery for Mercy Brown Bag participants are:
Friday, May 7th, thru the week thereafter
Friday, May 21st, thru the week thereafter
Page 8 The Nugget, May 2021Join this live and interactive cooking/nutrition
class open to all skill levels. Only one reserva-
tion per household is required no matter how
many people in your household participate.
Small groups and individual participation are
encouraged. This is a fantastic inter-
generational activity, and/or fun to do with a
friend. It is also a great way
to socialize with new people,
all from the safety of your own
home! Due to the interactive
nature of the classes, attend-
ance is limited.
Ingredients will be provided, so please plan on
making an appointment to visit the library to
collect these if you wish. The classes and the
ingredients are free, but space is limited.
Sign-up now!
Email: JFindley@cityofberkeley.info
Call: (510) 981-6100
Safe Passages has partnered with the State of California’s
COVID-19 Rent Relief Program to assist income eligible
households with financial assistance for unpaid rent and
utilities. To qualify for the program:
Families and individuals must have experienced financial
hardships due to COVID-19,
Have past due rent or utilities, and
Have a household income that is not more than 80% of
the area median income.
Eligible participants may receive funds to pay past due or
future rent and utilities from the state of California.
For more info, visit: https://housing.ca.gov/covid_rr/ OR
call (833) 430-2122.
Page 9 The Nugget, May 2021Check out these ways to stay active and connected even when you are at home. Be sure
to only do exercise according to your ability level and consult a doctor before starting any
new fitness program.
SBSC Coffee Social Hour
Every Wednesday, 10:30 – 11:30am
Caring for the Caregiver
Tuesdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Starts on May 11th.
*Zoom link provided upon registration and class confirmation.
See pg. 4 for more information.
Our Story Group
Every Monday & Thursday, 10:30 - 11:30am
ZOOM Webinar: Basic Housing Rights for Seniors
Monday, May 17th, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Join this introductory workshop hosted by Legal Assistance for Seniors. Topic include:
• Explanation of basic housing laws for tenants and landlords
• Overview of the responsibilities of both landlords and tenants
• Common housing issues, including rent increases, evictions, and security deposits
Register in advance: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMldO6uqzojHtHRM7t6pXyS9DzSW4m422dr
For assistance registering, call: (510) 981-5107
Page 10 The Nugget, May 2021Do you need help with learning the
basics (and beyond) with your
Senior Planet is a community of people 60 and computer and smart phone?
older who are aging with attitude. Senior Through our partnership with Berke-
Planet’s free online programs help older ley Reads, we will be offering virtual comput-
adults build technology skills to improve their er and/or cell phone technical support to you!
health, make new friendships, save money, You can receive help learning the basics of
advocate in their communities, and thrive in using your computer and/or cell phone, how
the digital world. to set up and use an email account, using the
internet, downloading and navigating Skype or
To learn more, visit: Zoom for virtual visits and more!
https://seniorplanet.org/locations/palo-alto/
For more information about how to access this
To sign up for weekly newsletters visit: program, please call (510) 981-5190 or email
www.seniorplanet.org/avenidas. seniors@cityofberkeley.info.
The Berkeley Public Library, with the help of the Berkeley Public
Library Foundation, will make Chromebooks and hot spot devices
available to their users this spring. The service is open to all
Berkeley Public Library Cardholders, and they are especially
hoping to reach those who may have limited or no access to
technology including those experiencing homelessness, older
adults, and those with financial hardships.
Q: What are Chromebooks and Wi-Fi Hotspots?
A: A Chromebook is a basic and easy to use personal laptop that provides access to the
Internet and several basic computer programs. A Wi-Fi Hotspot is a small device that can be
used anywhere to connect the Chromebook to the Internet.
Q: I’m not very computer savvy. Will I have difficulty using these items?
A: They are basic and easy to use, and will circulate with an Easy Use guide that will get you
up and running with little effort.
Q: I don’t have a library card. How do I get one?
A: You can apply for a card online at https://catalog.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/obr/ or you can
come to any Berkeley Public Library location and they will assist you in signing up.
For more information, contact: (510) 981-6071 or email Rezike@cityofberkeley.info
Berkeley Senior Center members, contact: (510) 981-5194 or
Email seniors@cityofberkeley.info
Page 11 The Nugget, May 2021Aging Services Division
1900 Sixth Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 981-5200
Email: seniors@cityofberkeley.info Web: www.cityofberkeley.info/seniors
Senior Center membership is FREE and EASY for community members aged 55 and over!
Call or visit your senior center today for more information about how to join.
Tri City Café Lunch Program
Lunch for members is served daily at both Senior Center locations at 12:00 PM, while supplies last
(unless otherwise noted). Contact your senior center for check in times.
$3 for members 60+ (suggested contribution) $5 cost for members 55 - 59
Cash, and weekly or monthly checks accepted. No one 60+ is turned away for inability to contribute.
The City of Berkeley Aging Services Division welcomes participants regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political affiliation, veterans’ status, disabilities (physical & mental), and
medical condition (including cancer & HIV status).
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