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SENIOR RESOURCES





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Do you want good health?


Do you wan more energy to get you through the day?


And, do you want to lower your risk of serious problems like obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and certain types of cancer?


If you answered "yes" to any of the questions, there are two easy things you can do. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and get at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day.





Why is it important to eat fruits and vegetables?


Fruits and vegetables are some of the healthiest and best tasting foods. They are low in sodium and calories, and most are fat free. Reach for blue, purple, green, white, yellow, orange, and red fruits and vegetables for your meals and snacks. They help your body get the vitamins, mineral, fiver, and other natural substances it needs to stay health.


FRUITS AND VEGETABLES, AS PART OF A HEALTHY DIET MAY HELP YOU:


  • Control you weight
  • Lower your risk of stroke, heart disease, and high blood pressure
  • Reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes
  • Lower your risk of Certain types of cancer
  • Boost your energy level
  • Look and feel great!

How many fruits and vegetables should I eat every day?


Adults need to eat 3 1/2 to 6 1/2 cups of colorful fruits and vegetables every day. Cho9ose all forms off fruits and vegetables like fresh, frozen, canned, dried, and 100% juice - they all count toward you recommended amount!


The number of cups of fruits and vegetables that is right for you depends on your gender, age,, and physical activity level.


How can I eat more fruits and vegetables every day when my life is so busy?


Fruits and vegetables are easy to prepare and are great on the go. Here are some simple ways to use them in every snack and meal.


BUYING MORE FRUITS AND VEGEBLES ON A TIGHT BUDGET

  • Buy fruits and vegetables in season. They cost less and are their best flavor.
  • Stock up on frozen vegetables on sale for fast and easy cooking.
  • Try canned fruits packed in 100% fruit juice and canned vegetables.
  • Take advantage of Food Stamp Program benefits if you are eligible.


HELPING YOUR FAMILY EAT MORE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AT HOME


  • Keep a bowl of fresh fruit out to snack on all day.
  • Add fruit to cereal and serve a small glass of 100% fruit juice for breakfast.
  • Buy crunchy baby carrots and celery sticks instead of chips.
  • Enjoy a salad or vegetable soup for lunch.
  • Eat at least two vegetables with dinner and a sweet piece of fruit for dessert.




HELPING YOUR FAMILY EAT MORE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AT HOME


Keep a bowl of fresh fruit out to snack on all day. Add fruit to cereal and serve a small glass of 100% fruit juice for breakfast. Buy crunchy baby carrots and celery sticks instead of chips. Enjoy a salad or vegetable soup for lunch. Eat at least two vegetables with dinner and a sweet piece of fruit for dessert.


ENJOYING MORE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AT WORK

  • Snack on raisings and other direct fruits for something sweet instead of candy.
  • Put extra lettuce, tomatoes, and other vegetables
  • Add a piece of fruit to your lunch. Try a nectarine or grapes.
  • Bring fruit and vegetable dishes to office parties and potlucks.

ORDERING MORE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES WHEN EATING OUT

  • Choose pizza with three or more vegetable toppings like bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms.
  • Order taco salads with lots of tomatoes, beans, avocado, and cabbage.
  • Go for a crisp garden salad with a little lowfat salad dressing or fresh fruit instead of French fries.

To help your neighborhood have good quality, low-cost fruits and vegetables, you can do the following:


Know that every h=neighborhood deserves to have clean, safe places where good quality, low-cost fruits and vegetables are easy to obtain.


Believe that you, your family, and your neighbors can help make changes that bring more fruits and vegetables to your neighborhood.


Talk to family, friends, and neighbors. Look for thins in your neighborhood that make it hard to find and eat good quality, low-cost fruits and vegetables.


Meet with neighborhood leaders and city officials to talk about these problems. Give your suggestions and make aplan of action. Stay at it until steps have been taken to make it easier to find and eat good quality, low-cost fruits and vegetables in your neighborhood.


Learn more about how to voice your concerns, make a plan of action, and create changes in your neighborhood that make good quality, low-cost fruits and vegetables easier to obtain.



REFERRALS





The Senior Referral Program is a support system for






Seniors. We provide referrals for housing, health care,






counseling, home care, meals, food, clothing,








transportation, and activities. See referrals to various







Associations, Centers, Housing, and more below:






IMPORTANT LINKS



•Alzheimer’s Association

•American Seniors Housing Association

•The Consumer Voice





SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES





Tips for Choosing a Senior Living Community



Choosing a senior living community is a very important decision – one that should be made with careful research and consideration. The following are questions and facts that seniors and families should consider when choosing a living community to reside in:


Staffing


Is there a licensed nurse on-site 24 hours per day?

Is the staff trained?

Do they receive on going training?

What is the ration of caregivers to residents?

Does the community perform background checks and drug screens?



Food Service


Are there three, high quality, nutritionally balanced meals a day, seven days a week?

Is there a menu with a variety of choice for each meal?

Are there special diets an option?


Activities


Are there organized activities exercise, computers, social events, and outings?

Is there a dedicated activities coordinator?

Ask to see an example of an activities calendar.


Transportation


Is transportation provided for activities, errands, doctor visits, and worship?

Is it provided seven days a week?

Is there a fee?


Atmosphere


All staff should warmly greet you and residents should appear comfortable.The community should be spotless with no unpleasant odors.


Is it easy to get around and accommodating to wheelchairs and walkers?

Pick a place where you would want to live.


Medication and Health Care Services


Is there an individual written case plan for each resident?

Is there a nurse on-site, around the clock in case of emergencies?

What are the qualifications of the staff that gives medications to the residents?


Contracts, Costs, and Finances


Do you lease or buy-in?

Understand what’s included in your monthly rent.

Ask about additional charges for personal care.

Understand contracts including policies for termination and refunds.


Licensure


Make sure the community is licensed by the state to provide the care you need.


Alzheimer’s Disease and memory loss


Does the community a have a dedicated program for residents with memory loss?




SENIOR HOUSING





SENIOR BUILDINGS LOW & MODERATE INCOME HOUSING IN ORANGE COUNTY RANCHO PALOS VERDES


55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita 30751 El Corazon Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

Phone: (949) 766-1620


Crown Cove

3901 E. Coast Highway

Corona del Mar, CA 92625 Phone: 949-760-2800


Belmont Village of Rancho Palos Verdes

5701 Crestridge Rd.

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275310.377.9977


Mirandela Senior Apartments

5555 Crestridge Road

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

310-933-4458


The Canterbury

5801 Crestridge Road

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

866-324-5810 740


South Olive Street (Senior Property)740 South Olive Street

Los Angeles, CA 90014(213) 689-4868





SENIOR BUILDINGSLOW & MODERATE INCOME HOUSING IN S0UTH BAY


COLEMAN COURT

Managers: Bette D'Errico

1421 Cravens Ave.

Phone #: (310) 212-5898

Torrance, CA 90501

No. of Units: 78

Accepts Section 8 Assistance


OCEAN TERRACE

Managers: Laura Neurauter

3851 W. 226th Street

Phone #: (310) 373-0903

Torrance, CA 90505

No. of Units: 35

Accepts Section 8 Assistance


HARMONY COURT APARTMENTS

Manager: Sherry Subia

4502 186th Street

Phone #: (310) 214-1416

Redondo Beach, CA 90278

No. of Units: 187

Accepts Section 8 Assistance


JAPANESE CULTURAL INSTITUTE (JCI) Manager: George Arakaki

2000 W. 162nd Street

Phone #: (310) 515-3642

Torrance, CA 90504

No. of Units: 100

Does not accept Section 8 Assistance.


This building has it's own subsidy program provided by HUD (202) subsidy funds. The subsidy stays with the building and is not transferable. Must meet low-income guidelines. Waiting List is approximately 1-2 years for Singles and 2-3 years for Couples. Still accepting applications.


GOLDEN WEST TOWERS

Manager: Robney Cooper

3510 Maricopa Ave.

Phone # (310) 371-4801

Torrance CA 90503

No. of Units: 180

Does not accept Section 8 Assistance.


The building has its own subsidy program provided by HUD subsidy funds. The subsidy stays with the building and is not transferable. Must be able to live independently. Waiting list is approximately 3 years. Waiting List is closed, but they are anticipating opening soon. Please call for availability.





AFFORDABLE HOUSING





In Construction





Paseo Village

1115 N. Cintron Lane

Anaheim, CA 92801

(714) 991-9172


Via

425441 E. Carson Street Suite S

Carson, CA 90745

(310) 522-9606


Vista Angelina

418 E. Edgeware Road

Los Angeles, CA 90026

(213) 482-4718


Pradera Apartment Homes

1607 S. Hampstead #B

Anaheim, CA 92802

(714) 491-2900


Paseo Verde

10050 Juniper Ave

Fontana, CA 92335

(909) 829-1100


Windsor Court/Stratford Place

8140 13th Street

Westminister, CA 92683

(714) 891-3000





COMMUNITY SERVICES



Torrance Senior Services Employment Program

Phone: 310.782.2126

For part-time job opportunities and work experience


Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Phone: 310.793.RSVP

For volunteer opportunies.


For case management and related services.

H.E.L.P. 310.533.1996

http://www.help4srs.org

Your safe starting place for meeting aging-related legal and care challenges


The HUSH Foundation

Phone: 424.750-2623

For Preventative Care Guidance and Long-Term Care Management Services


Torrance/Lomita Meals-on-Wheels

Phone: 310.542.3434

For seniors unable to prepare meals.


Torrance Community Transit

http://www.torranceca.gov/124.htm

The Senior Ride Program has been merged with the Dial-A-Lift Program and is now called Torrance Community Transit.





ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES



Bartlett Senior Citizens Center

1318 Cravens Avenue

310.320.5918


Barlett Center is open daily and provides a full range of programs and services. Activities include special interest classes, weekday hot lunches for a nominal fee, exercise and dance classes, cardplaying, shuffleboard, bingo, pool shooting, lapidary shop, singing groups, speakers and more!


Monthly dances are held the first Sunday afternoon of each month for only $2 per person. Call for appointments for free legal and financial advice. Information on social services including Medicare, Medi-Cal, SSI, transportation, and other needs is also available. Call 310.320.5918 for further information.


Herma Tillim Senior Citizens Center

3614 Artesia Boulevard,

310.329.1889

Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 9:0 0 am - 4:00 pm


Recreation Center Senior Citizens Program

3341 Torrance Boulevard

310.618.6396

Friday ONLY 9:00 am - 2:00 pm


Walteria Park Senior Citizens Program

3855 242nd Street,

Phone: 310.375.9127

Monday: 12 noon - 4:00 pm

Thursday: 11:30 am - 3:30 pm



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