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HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.2 Programs & Activities for the New Senior Center • CITY OF DUBLIN DUBLIN SENIOR.CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA STATEMENT MEETING DATE:May 5, 2005 SUBJECT: Programs and Activities for the New Senior Center • ATTACHMENTS: Dublin Senior Center Vision,Mission and Values RECOMMENDATION: Recommend activities and program for the new Senior Center based on the Vision,Mission and Values Statement established at the April Meeting. FINANCIAL STATEMENT: None DESCRIPTION: Staff is requesting recommendations from the Advisory Committee for potential new programs at the new Dublin Senior Center. At the April 2005 meeting, the Advisory Committee established the Vision, Mission, and Values Statement (Attachment 1) for the new Senior Center as the first step toward developing a Senior Center Strategic Plan. An important step in developing the Strategic Plan is to identify key trends, market opportunities and potential programs to meet the needs of seniors now and in the future. NEW PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS When considering what programs to add at the new Senior Center it is important to consider the Vision, Mission and Values, as well as the key trends and opportunities that will be encountered at the new Senior Center. Following are some program suggestions made by Staff. 1. Programs that will include the Baby Boomer Age Group and Beyond...include activities that challenge the mind and body. a) Writing Class to Be Published offered by Las Positas College Educators b) Tai Chi and other classes that challenge the mind,body and spirit c) Additional art classes that engage the creativity within Seniors d)- Conversational Spanish or other foreign,languages 2. Programs for the ethnic groups that do not use the parks and services. a) ESL—or English as a Second Language b) Market other traditional classes differently - Maybe a free workshop to introduce classes to a specific population in their language. 3. Programs that promote healthy lifestyles. a) Partner with Weight watchers and health organizations b) Healthy cooking classes c) Cooking for one or two,possibly with local grocers COPIES TO: ITEM NO. 8 .2 G:\SRCTRADVCMTE\Statements\2005\05-05-05 Item 8 2 act and prg for new ctr P.doc 4. Programs that support caregivers and informational workshops for adult children. a) Partner with Senior Support to provide ongoing workshops b) Partner with Hospitals to provide alternatives to maintain independence c) Support Groups for Parent Caregivers with Special Needs 5. Outdoor programs and sports programs a) Senior Olympics in the Tri Valley in the works in 2006 b) Senior Sports including softball,badminton, etc. c) Expansion of the Trail Trekkers Program (as model) to other interests such as golf, biking, fishing, etc. d) Partnerships with other health organizations. 6. Special Programs for Seniors a) One stop shop—Spa Treatments,Hairdressers,Massage Therapy with local businesses b) Meditation Classes including Reiki, etc. c) Chair or gentle exercise for the Frail and Elderly offered by Adult School 7. Home improvement workshops a) Geared to widows and individual to help each other with a home improvement project b) Partner with local hardware and home improvement business to get individuals to buy their products while receiving senior discounts, and project tips c) Gardening Workshops This is just a small list of suggestions that relate back to the Senior Center's mission and the key trends • and market opportunities. Staff would like feedback on the suggestions, as well as ideas for other program areas and activities from the Advisory Committee. OPTIONS FOR FUNDING AND OPERATION OF CLASSES When brainstorming possible programs and services, it is important to consider how the classes will be funded and operate. Following are some potential options. . 1. Las Positas College—Quest Program a. Art Class b. Creative Writing 2. Amador Valley Adult Education a. ESL b. Yoga c. Chair Exercise 3. Dublin Adult Education a. Spanish Conversation b. Cooking Class Workshop 4. Volunteer Instructors a. Computer Instructors b. Crafts Workshop c. Business Sponsored -2- 5. Fee Based Programs utilizing Contract Instructors a. 40/60 Split b. User Fee (40%) c. Instructor payments (60%) 6. Business Contracts, such as Hair Dressers, Massage Therapy, Chiropractor, etc. a. Help promote business while helping seniors with low cost service b. Guest Chef for a day idea for Lunch Program 7. Sponsorship a. Foundation can sponsor a class to help pay for the instructors b. One time workshop to pay for services rendered c. Offset the cost of high priced educators. d. Opportunity to offer an event without participants paying for full cost. 8. Foundation Sponsored 9. City General Fund Subsidy RECOMMENDATION The Advisory Committee is requested to recommend activities and programs for the new Senior Center based on the Vision, Mission and Values Statement established at the April Meeting. -3- S DUBLIN SENIOR CENTER VISION, MISSION AND VALUES VISION STATEMENT A warm, welcoming,and accessible recreation facility that fulfills the social, educational, and creative needs of those 50 years and older, and supports independent /healthy lifestyles. MISSION STATEMENT Maintain a first-rate community facility that promotes and supports a high quality of life for those 50 and older by... Encouraging lifelong that engages the mind, body and spirit. Providing programs and services that are valued by seniors and their caregivers. Fostering social opportunities and recreational experiences Promoting volunteerism Maintaining independent living Enhancing health and nutrition Stimulating creativity Valuing diversity Improving accessibility CORES VALUES • Recreational Experience • Place to belong, or "Hang out" • Distribution of information • Respect • Education/lifelong learning • Healthy lifestyles • Physical fitness • Maintaining independence • Senior support (counseling) • Volunteerism • Social interaction • Professional, competent, caring staff ATTACHMENT 1