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Online activities and resources for seniors with Community Connectors

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn Community, Coronavirus, Seniors, UncategorizedLeave a comment

Sunnyside Community Connectors is part of a larger community network for seniors. There is an ongoing schedule of virtual events for seniors during the Stay at Home order. Here is the latest news:

Don’t forget to check the Community Living Campaign’s Schedule of events online – there are lots of fun new programs: https://sfcommunityliving.org

MORE RESOURCES:

– Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19):  You can get updates and resource info. by calling 311 or at  SF311.org Seniors and people with disabilities can also call Disability and Aging Services at (415) 355-6700 for referrals to services, including take-out meals, home-delivered meals and groceries, and more.

– New Restaurant Food Program:  Just announced by Gov. Newsom on 4/24 this program will deliver three nutritious meals a day from local restaurants to seniors 65 and over who meet other eligibility requirements.  It is still in the planning stages in San Francisco and should know more by next week.  Call 211 for information.  Will provide the latest on this program in the next Friday Flyer announcements or sooner via e-mail.

– S.F. FunCheap for what’s going on in S.F. live and virtual: www.sf.funcheap.com Continue reading “Online activities and resources for seniors with Community Connectors” →

Call for Volunteers: Covid-19 Emergency Response Volunteer (CERV) Program

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn Community, Coronavirus, UncategorizedLeave a comment

This new City-run program needs volunteers.

Covid-19 Emergency Response Volunteer (CERV) Program

Connecting San Franciscans in this critical time of need

ABOUT THE CERV PROGRAM

CERV is a program created in partnership between the City of San Francisco’s Department of Disability and Aging Services (DAS) and Shanti Project. CERV Volunteers provide one time or occasional practical support to older and vulnerable adults who are strongly advised to limit outdoor exposure during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Examples of support include grocery shopping; delivery of pet food, medication, and other essentials; and mail pick up.

VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS

  • Volunteers must be in good health and under the age of 60
  • Volunteers are required to pass a background check
  • Volunteers are required to follow San Francisco Coronavirus protocol

Read the full story and how to volunteer here:  https://www.shanti.org/volunteer/sf-covid-19-emergency-response-volunteer-program/

Business on the Boulevard in the Time of Coronavirus

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn business, Monterey Boulevard, UncategorizedLeave a comment

A survey of what’s open and how things are going for businesses on Monterey Boulevard during the coronavirus stay-at-home order, with a focus on those that serve local needs.

Railroad Expresso, 705 Monterey Blvd. Takeout only. Open limited hours: Mon-Fri 6AM to 1 PM. Sat-Sun 7 AM to 12 PM.

Owner Josepha Smith says: “Everyone has been so nice, waiting for their drinks. People are not in such a big rush!” To-go coffee containers have been popular.

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Josepha Smith (on right) with employee Karry. Take-home coffee containers (foreground) have been very popular.

Amazing Look Salon, 719 Monterey: Closed.

Wind in the Willows (preschool), 713 Monterey: Closed.

Big Joe’s Restaurant, 717 Monterey: Online takeout orders only, says posted sign. Use Grubhub or Postmates, or call 415-333-2878.

Bay Wheels bike-share station, Gennessee and Monterey: plenty of bikes and e-bikes.

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Bay Wheels bike-share station, Gennessee and Monterey.

Won Kok Restaurant, 700 Monterey: Closed, “until May 1” says posted sign.

Shanghai Dumpling, 696 Monterey: Closed, “until April 29” says posted sign.

Heff’s Barbers, 693 Monterey: Closed.

Sol y Luna Spa: Closed “until further notice” says posted sign.

Pho Dong Huong, 667 Monterey: Online takeout orders only, 11 AM to 2 AM. Use Ubereats, Postmates, Grubhub or Doordash.

Safeway, 625 Monterey: Open 6 Am to 10 PM daily. Senior hours: Tues and Thurs 6 – 9 AM.

Manager Kevin H says: “It’s hectic, but everyone has been very respectful.” The parking lot was full on a Monday morning, but the lines inside were not too long. Cashiers all in gloves and masks, as were many customers.

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Safeway, 625 Monterey Blvd.

Laundromat, 607 Monterey: Open, apparently regular hours, 7 AM to 10 PM.

Martini Cleaners, 601 Monterey: Closed “until April 7” says posted sign. Continue reading “Business on the Boulevard in the Time of Coronavirus” →

Have your say: SF Recreation and Parks asks you how to improve parks

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn children, Health & Fitness, Parks, SF Recreation and Parks Dept, UncategorizedLeave a comment

In gearing up for a big bond measure in November, San Francisco Recreation and Parks Dept. (SFRPD) is asking park-users how they would improve the playgrounds, picnic areas, soccer fields, trails, and other amenities of the city’s parks.

Take the survey here: https://app.maptionnaire.com/en/7025/

Read more here: https://sfbike.org/news/invest-in-your-public-parks/

Some SFRPD facilities in Sunnyside:

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