Connections for Seniors: Online events to join now

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Sunnyside Community Connectors has a full program of online classes and get-togethers for seniors during this stay-at-home time.

Community Connector Upcoming Events, March 23 – April 3

We may not be able to meet in person, but there are still ways to stay engaged! Join in some of these upcoming events from the comfort and safety of your own home. Find a full calendar of virtual events on our website: www.sfcommunityliving.org/events

Community Living Campaign • http://www.sfcommunityliving.org • 415.821.1003 • info@sfcommunityliving.org

Information about joining Zoom events follows this schedule.

WED MARCH 25 / WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS

  • Ten Ways to Practice Self Care, 10:00-11:00am.
    Join Arete Nicholas, RN, MA Gerontology to learn more about how to
    practice self care in these challenging times.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Open Mic, 11:00-11:30am.
    We’ll keep the call open after Arete’s talk. Join us to check in and catch up
    with your neighbors. Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128.
    Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880, then press #. Join Online: Go to
    https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Coronavirus Emergency Preparedness, 11:00am.
    Join Senior Power for a call with Dr. Anna Chodos from the UCSF Department
    of Geriatrics. She will provide information and answer some of our questions.
    Dr. Chodos will present the same material again on March 27 at 11am. Call In
    by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 6833 or 1 646 558 8656. Enter Meeting ID: 298 110
    801, the press # Join Online: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/298110801.
  • Writing for Remembering with Marina, 1:30-2:30pm.
    Bring your stories and ideas. No writing experience needed.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • LitQuake Writing Project, 6:00-7:30pm.
    Bring your stories and ideas. No writing experience needed.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 901 994 890#
    Join Online: Go to http://elderwriting.net/zoom-meetings/march-18-2020/

THURS MARCH 26 / THINKING THURSDAYS 

  • Exercise with Kyra, 10:00-11:00am.
    Stay active with this live, senior-friendly exercise hour with Kyra Boprie.
    Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Virtual Tea Time, 11:00am-Noon.
    Want to catch up with neighbors? Brew yourself some tea and join
    Community Connectors for a virtual social hour.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Short Stories & More with Patti, 2:30-3:30pm.
    Bring your favorite short story, poem, or other short writing to read aloud.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880

FRI MARCH 27 / FUN FRIDAYS

  • Have Fun Online!, 10:00-11:00am.
    Join Kate to learn about the many free and low cost ways to stay
    entertained online – music, videos, games, virtual tours, and much more.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Open Mic, 11:00-11:30am.
    We’ll keep the call open after Kate’s talk. Join us to check in and catch up
    with your neighbors. Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128.
    Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880, then press #. Join Online: Go to
    https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Social Media Help (10am-3pm) & Group Chat, 12-1pm.
    Join Molly and Liz for one-on-one virtual social media help, plus a Facebook
    group chat (at Friday Lab) from noon-1pm. To schedule a 30-minute help
    session or join the chat, email sdaction.socialmedia@gmail.com.
  • Writing for Remembering with Melanie, 12:15-1:15pm.
    Bring your stories and ideas. No writing experience needed.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Cooking with Chef Lorraine, 2:30-3:30pm.
    Join Community Connector and trained chef for cooking tips and more.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • TGIF Virtual Cocktail/Mocktail Party, 4:00-5:30pm.
    You’ve made it through another week of sheltering-in-place. Pour your
    favorite drink and join us for a virtual party!
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 6833. Enter the Meeting ID: 740 826 7468,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7408267468

MON MARCH 30 / MUSIC MONDAYS

  • Find Resources During Social Distancing, 10:00-11:00am.
    Join us to learn about resources available in San Francisco during this crisis.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Open Mic, 11:00-11:30am.
    We’ll keep the call open after this morning’s talk. Join us to check in and
    catch up with your neighbors. Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128.
    Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880, then press #. Join Online: Go to
    https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Writing for Remembering with MG, 11:30am-12:30pm.
    Bring your stories and ideas. No writing experience needed.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Sing Along to the Oldies, 2:30-3:30pm.
    Join the fabulous Linda Moody for an hour of singing
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Boomer Talk with Richie Unterberger, 6:00-7:30pm.
    Join Richie Unterberger for a discussion on the Beatles’ early years. Plenty
    of music clips for all (plus video for those able to join online).
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Grinders Grooveyard Radio, 8:30-11:30pm. KPOO radio program
    playing tunes from the 50s and 60s, plus fun trivia and call-ins. Tune in to
    89.5 FM or listen online at http://vista.streamguys.com/kpoo.

TUES March 31 / TECH TUESDAYS

  • Exercise with Kyra, 10:00-11:00am.
    Stay active with this live, senior-friendly exercise hour with Kyra Boprie.
    Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Recipe Swap Social Hour, 11:00am-Noon.
    What are you cooking at home these days? Join your neighbors and
    Community Connectors to share recipes and tips.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Learn to Use Zoom & Virtual Tech Help Desk, 2:30-3:30pm.
    Join Molly, Simon and Peter for basic assistance with your tech challenges.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880

WED APRIL 1 / WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS

  • Finding Trusted Health Information Online, 10:00-11:00am.
    Join Marie to learn more about where to look for trustworthy information.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Open Mic, 11:00-11:30am.
    We’ll keep the call open after Marie’s talk. Join us to check in and catch up
    with your neighbors. Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128.
    Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880, then press #. Join Online: Go to
    https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Writing for Remembering with Marina, 1:30-2:30pm.
    Bring your stories and ideas. No writing experience needed.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Meditation and Movement, 2:30-3:30pm.
    Stressed? Join Brigitte for a virtual guided meditation and movement class.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • LitQuake Writing Project, 6:00-7:30pm. Bring your stories and ideas. No writing experience needed.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 901 994 890#
    Join Online: Go to http://elderwriting.net/zoom-meetings/march-18-2020/

THURS APRIL 2 / THINKING THURSDAYS

  • Exercise with Kyra, 10:00-11:00am.
    Stay active with this live, senior-friendly exercise hour with Kyra Boprie.
    Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Pet Social Hour, 11:00am-Noon.
    Want to catch up with neighbors and their animal companions? Join
    Community Connectors for a virtual social hour, complete with pet stories.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Short Stories & More with Patti, 2:30-3:30pm.
    Bring your favorite short story, poem, or other short writing to read aloud.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880

FRI APRIL 3 / FUN FRIDAYS

  • Finding Healthy Recipes Online, 10:00-11:00am.
    Join us to learn about the many places to look for healthy recipes,
    including finding recipes based on the ingredients you have at home!
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Open Mic, 11:00-11:30am.
    We’ll keep the call open after Kate’s talk. Join us to check in and catch up
    with your neighbors. Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128.
    Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880, then press #. Join Online: Go to
    https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Social Media Help (10am-3pm) & Group Chat, 12-1pm.
    Join Molly and Liz for one-on-one virtual social media help, plus a Facebook
    group chat (at Friday Lab) from noon-1pm. To schedule a 30-minute help
    session or join the chat, email sdaction.socialmedia@gmail.com.
  • Writing for Remembering with Melanie, 12:15-1:15pm.
    Bring your stories and ideas. No writing experience needed.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • Cooking with Chef Lorraine, 2:30-3:30pm.
    Join Community Connector and trained chef for cooking tips and more.
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 9128. Enter the Meeting ID: 725 638 2880,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7256382880
  • TGIF Virtual Cocktail/Mocktail Party, 4:00-5:30pm.
    You’ve made it through another week of sheltering-in-place. Pour your
    favorite drink and join us for a virtual party!
    Call In by Phone: Dial 1 669 900 6833. Enter the Meeting ID: 740 826 7468,
    then press #. Join Online: Go to https://zoom.us/j/7408267468

A Little About Zoom Calls. With Zoom, we can hold group calls by phone and online
video. We’ll be using it for presentations as well as facilitated group conversations as we all try to stay connected during this time of “social distancing.”
If You’re New to Zoom, Start with a Phone Call: Use your phone to call the provided
number, type in your event’s Meeting ID, press # and join the conversation. Almost all activities will work by phone. At the moment, exercise is the only class where video is highly recommended.

If You Want to Video Chat: Each event will have a special link. When you type this in your browser – or click on the link in an email – it will launch a request to download Zoom onto your device (PC, Mac, iOS, or Android). You’ll only need to download this once. Be sure to try out the link in your browser before the call! If you’re interested in learning how to use Zoom online, please let us know and we’ll help walk you through it.

Handouts. We can provide most content displayed during presentations as handouts by email or postal mail. Please contact Patti@sfcommunityliving.org for help. Please allow at least 3 to 5 days for any handouts sent by postal mail.

More Resources:

  • Text COVID19SF to 888-777 to sign up for official San Francisco text alerts about
    the virus. If you’re able to go online, visit http://www.sfdph.org for San Francisco
    Department of Public Health’s Coronavirus updates and resources.
  • If you or someone you know needs assistance or resources, call the SF Disability & Aging  Services Benefits & Resources Hub at (415) 355-6700.

Sometimes we just need someone to talk with. In addition to your Community Connector, there are many more ways to stay connected from home:

  • Institute on Aging Friendship Line – 800-971-0016
  • Covia Well Connected Groups – 877.797.7299 & Bien Conectado – 877.400.5867. Discover many interesting phone and video-based groups and classes!
  • LGBT National Hotline – 888.843.4564
  • Trans Lifeline’s Peer Support Hotline – 877.565.8860
  • Mental Health Association Peer-Run Warm Line – 855.845.7415

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