Seniors Overview
The Senior Adult Department of the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS, promotes Jewish cultural heritage and values by providing social, educational, and recreational programs. Through these programs we strengthen our connections to our community and keep alive our history and traditions. The Senior Adult Program encourages us to learn, grow and enrich our lives among others who share our values.
To sign up to receive the bi-monthly senior newsletter, The Shofar, call 858.362.1141.
Contact Melanie Rubin, 858.362.1141, for more information on events in this section.
Unless otherwise noted, events will take place at the JCC.
Trips & Special Events
View pictures from Senior Prom in June 2011
SAVE THE DATE FOR SENIOR PROM 2012
Sunday, June 24, 2:00-5:00 p.m.
“Royal Flush Casino” is our theme!
Details coming soon (in May/June issue of the Shofar newsletter)
Newcomers Meeting
Monday, February 20 at 11:30 a.m.
New to San Diego? Newly Single? Meet new people and get to know each other for book discussions, movie discussions, game partners, things to do around San Diego together, lunch outings, travel buddies, or whatever your interests. (This is not a dating service). Come to the JCC and kick start your new friendships!
Free! Call Melanie to RSVP (858) 362-1141 (also call if you cannot make it that day but still want to get involved).
Classical Connections
A great way to enjoy San Diego! Bus transportation from the JCC available. JCC members will receive first priority for tickets and transportation. To RSVP contact Melanie Rubin (858) 362-1141.
Sat. eve., Apr. 21- Parade at the Cygnet Theatre(see info below)
Tues. eve., Apr. 24-The Barber of Seville w/San Diego Opera
Thurs. eve., May 17-Respect at the Lyceum Theatre
Sun. matinee, June 3- The Scottsboro Boys at The Old Globe
Senior Model Seder
Thursday, March 29 • 12:00 P.M.
Rabbi Scott Meltzer of Ohr Shalom Synagogue
leads this annual event that gives us new
perspectives to the traditional rituals of Passover.
Light lunch served with ceremonial foods.
$11/JCC Member; $15/Non-member
RSVP to Melanie with payment by March 22.
Parade
Saturday evening, April 21
(7:30 P.M. special guest speaker, 8:00 P.M. show at Cygnet Theatre)
Parade tells the true story of Jewish factory manager Leo Frank, accused and convicted of murder in 1913 in Atlanta, Georgia. Set against the backdrop of his controversial trial and conviction, Parade explores the deep love that grows between Leo and his wife Lucille as they work together to fight for his freedom.
RSVP by Thursday, April 5.
$36/JCC member;$45/Non-member (includes transportation from JCC and ticket)
Jewish Community Day at Petco Park
Sunday, May 20
Meet bus at JCC at 10:30 A.M., Tailgate at 11:30 A.M., Game begins 1:05 P.M.
Join us for one of America’s favorite pastimes – a summer ball game, as we watch the Padres take on the Angels, complete with pre-game Jewish-themed entertainment, a kosher hot dog and soda from The Place in the Park at the pre-game tailgate party, a Jewish Community Day Padres cap, and field level seats near Park at the Park.
$28/JCC Member; $34/Non-member
Hurry! Limited # of tickets available so reserve yours through the JCC Senior Dept. today!
Call Melanie or Ilene to RSVP (858) 362-1141. Hurry! Limited # of tickets available.
Day at the San Diego County Fair
Date/Time TBA in Shofar
The sights, the sounds, the smells (the shopping!)--everyone is sure to come away with pleasant memories (and maybe souvenirs) after visiting the Fair!
$10/ JCC Member; $15/ Non-member
(includes bus and admission)
Broadway and More! Nancy Linder and Rush Robinson in Concert
Sunday, July 15 3:00 P.M.
After the Annual JCC Membership Appreciation BBQ, enjoy an afternoon of Broadway and Jewish music and more at this special concert with actress, musician and cantorial soloist Nancy Linder and her accompanist Rush Robinson.
More details will be announced in the Shofar.
Astor Judaica Library
Day at the Races
Date in August TBA
12:15 P.M. meet bus at JCC; 2:00 P.M. Races begin
Whether your horse wins, shows or places, we'll all have fun at the races! Join us for this popular annual event in Del Mar.
More details will be announced in the Shofar
Services Offered
If you need a ride to the JCC, contact “On the Go” Transportation Solutions for Older Adults. A program of the Jewish Senior Services Council, delivered by Jewish Family Service. Call toll free at 1-877-634-6537. Limited service area.
Rides to synagogues, medical appointments, shopping and more also available through
“On the Go”.
Visit the “On the Go” website.
Questions about Medicare?
Free counseling at the JCC once a month!
The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) provides individual and confidential counseling related to Medicare and long term care insurance. State certified HICAP counselors can help you with these services and more:
• Understand your Medicare benefits
• Review Medicare Advantage options (HMO, PPO, PFFS)
• Compare Part D drug plans
HICAP counseling on Medicare will be at the
JCC the 1st Tuesday of every month - one hour appointments
between 1:00–4:00 P.M. To make an appointment with a
counselor call toll free 1-800-434-0222 or 858-565-8772.
Legal Services for Seniors
3rd Friday of each month (mornings, by appointment)
Free legal guidance
Garb Senior Activity Center
Contact Melanie Rubin, ext. 1141
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Please stop by the Senior Department offices or the Fitness Front Desk to fill out an "Emergency Form." These will only be used just in case something should happen to you while participating in a JCC program or working out in our facility, and we need to know whom to contact on your behalf (closest relative, preferred hospital, doctors number, etc.). If you have filled one out in the past, please complete a new one so that we have the most current information available.