HomeMy WebLinkAboutRPT 4 SR. CTR 1ST YR. 10-01-90DATE: September 26, 1990
WILLIAM A. HUSTON
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REPORTS N0, 4
10-1-90
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COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
FROM:
TUSTIN AREA SENIOR -CENTER FIRST YEAR OF OPERATION
SUBJECT:
RECOMMENDATION -
Receive and file.
BACKGROUND
Tustin Area Senior Center opened its doors on July 28, 1989,
The Tus �� Dedication". Nearly 1,000 people of all
with the Grand Opening
ages attended.
operation, the he first month of op staff was devoted
During August, tr programs quickly and as
to moving in all existing senioof the month, a 1 programs were
smoothly as possible. By the end
in place, and many new ones had begun.
recreation, and
Proving itself as a cornerstone for utArea, the new Center
social services for seniors in the Tustin
' a variety of programs and services to more that total
provided
anticipants during the first year of operation.Center's � noontime lunch
p and Counseling, th
Transportation, Lunch, year. Other
served nearly 15,000 hot luncheduring
TaxthHomeowners and
program,
services which benefited the Seniors includedCounseling and Advocacy
Renters Assistance; Health Insurance,
Program;
Food Distribution Program; Shared Housing Services; Legal
Assistance; Will Preparation; and Blood Pressure Checks.
The various program opportunities at the Senior Center appealed to
' verse cross section of senior citizens. SeniorsenttI k advantage a di ten differ
of any number of activities ute classes, the City's own sponsored water -
College Emeritus Institute
woodworking, autobiographical writing, as well as
color painting,
robics , chair exercises for arthritics,
physical fitness through ae
and tennis.
ear provided participants
Special events offered throughout the Y Band Dances were held
with socialization opportunities. Live Big evenings. Art gallery exhibits
s
twice a month on Wednesday g paid tribute to late life
featuring the works of senior citizens,
learning
Students from the local high school proved the
Tustin Area Senior ,:.nter First Year Operation
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"generation gap" passe, while cooking, serving, and entertaining
seniors at the " Springtime Brunch". On the lighter side, sing-
alongs, arm chair travel, drop-in activities with crafts,
billiards, and bridge lent a welcome companionship for the senior
participants. Attached for the Council's information are the
Service Index figures for Senior Programs and Services during the
first year of operation. (Attachment A)
Co-sponsored relationships previously established with the City
included the Tustin Area Senior Club and the Chapter No. 3479 of
the American Association of Retired Persons, AARP. The Center
provided monthly or weekly meeting space for these groups, as well
as newcomer groups like the Golden Kiwanis Club.
The monthly newsletter keeps the Seniors informed of each month's
activities services, and upcoming events. Currently the
newsletter has a circulation of 220 on the mailing list.
With the Seniors comfortably settled, in October of 1989, the City
Council approved the Building Rental Policies and Fee Schedules for
the Center thus allowing other community groups and private
citizens to use the facility. The Center is frequently used during
non -Senior hours, after 5:00 p.m., to host meetings for various
local non-profit groups such as the Tustin Historical Society and
many home -owners associations. The Center also provides space for
many of the Community Services Classes held during the week.
In addition to meetings, the Center has been used for private
parties, thus providing a valuable revenue source for the City.
During the f irst 10 month period f or rentals , approximately $15 , 000
in revenue was generated. (Building Rental Summary -Attachment B)
Even though the Center has opened its doors, the fund raising
efforts of Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc. has continued. The
Seniors have been involved in several activities such as: selling
bratwurst and hot dogs at the Concerts in the Park, selling hand
crafted items in the Gift Shop, and by participating in the Annual
Chili Cook -off where they sold t -shirts and aprons. Through those
activities, more than $5,000 has been raised for the Fund.
The overwhelming successes realized duringthe first year of
operation are directly attributed to a family of hard working
volunteers, community supporters, and staff. Without the support
of the City Council, and the many donors, the magic generated at
the Senior Center would not be possible. Staff looks forward to
a bright future for the Center.
Ro leen A. to
Susan M. Jon2L Roy
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Superintendent Director�of Community and
Administrative Services
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Attachments
Attachment A
SERVICE INDEX: SEPTEMBER. 1989 THROUGH AUGUST. 1990
ACTIVITY NO.ATTENDED
Senior Services:
T.L.C. Lunch Program
14,082
1,598
Food Distribution
279
Blood pressure
117
Eldercare
117
Shared Housing
24
Health Insurance Counseling & Advocavcy Program
516
Opticare 21000
42
75
Legal Asistance
42
Will Preparation
363
Tax Preparation
5
Health Insurance Seminar
40
Mature Worker Seminar
892
16,572
Senior Programs:
Aerobics
800
Oil Painting
444
Chair Exercise
320
Senior Fitness
11073
Sketching
269
Needlepoint
516
Piano
637
Crochet
625
Quilting
393
Cooking
263
782
Organ
892
Drop-in Cards
21367
Drop-in Pool
110
Drop-in Crafts
2,367
Wednesday Evening Dance
125
Spring Brunch
133
Challenge of Change
765
Seminars
31
Tennis (at Columbus Tustin Park)
Senior Picnic
150
Yard Sale
100
913
Wood Carving
150
Pancake Breakfast
60
55 Alive Driving Course
50
Water Color
Autobiographical Lab
213
Bingo
172
Dance Class
58
Yoga
22
Movie matinees
200
Gallery Opening
120
Annual Sweetheart Luncheon
225
Senior Job Fair
150
K.O.R.G. Radio Remote
23
Footcare
31
15,837
o -Sponsored Senior Grou
AARP 391
Golden Kiwanis 25
Senior Citizens Club 2,438
Senior Advisory Board 48
2,902
TOS' 6L PARTICIPATION FOR SENIOR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES 35,311
City sponsored Events
Resident, Non -Profit Group
Resident Private
Non -Resident Non -Profit Groups
Non -Resident Private
Commercial
A:FirYrOpr.AtB
Attachment B
No . of Rentals
attendance
20
1,011
13
1,636
6
755
17
1,430
7
1,225
1
25
64
6,085