Community Living Campaign

Cultivating connections to help seniors and people with disabilities age and thrive at home.

Cultivating connections to help seniors and people with disabilities age and thrive at home.

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Clips of Film History: Holiday Movies

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What are the holidays without holiday movies?
Join Maia to talk about your favorites, and discover a few new ones add to your list! Check out the: Holiday Movie List

HOW TO JOIN THE EVENT:

To join by phone, dial 888-475-4499 (toll-free) or 669-900-6833 (local). Enter Meeting ID: 891 3644 3973, then press # twice.

To join with video, click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89136443973 to register and join. Wait in the “waiting room” until the activity is ready to start.

To create a friendly environment and minimize interruptions, we will close the activity to new participants 15 minutes after the start time. The above link will work on your tablet or your computer. You’ll be prompted to download a Zoom app the first time you use Zoom. If you’re using a PC or Mac, you can join from your web browser without using the Zoom software.

Clips of Film History: Monster Movies (1920s-1950s)

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Just in time for Halloween – ready to get scared? Let’s talk about monster movies from the 1920’s-1950’s. Some of the franchises are still going strong today. How many versions of The Mummy have you seen? What about stop-motion animated creatures like 1933’s King Kong?

We will watch some film clips of:

  • the monsters
  • the ‘royalty’ of horror film actors
  • the directors who loved to scare audiences

Halloween Monster Movies

 

HOW TO JOIN THE EVENT:

Registration ahead of time is not needed – only register 10-15 minutes before the event start time.

To join by phone, dial 888-475-4499 (toll-free) or 669-900-6833 (local). Enter Meeting ID: 891 3644 3973, then press # twice.

To join with video, click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89136443973 to register and join. Wait in the “waiting room” until the activity is ready to start.

To create a friendly environment and minimize interruptions, we will close the activity to new participants 15 minutes after the start time. The above link will work on your tablet or your computer. You’ll be prompted to download a Zoom app the first time you use Zoom. If you’re using a PC or Mac, you can join from your web browser without using the Zoom software.

Clips of Film History: Film Flashback, Part 1

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Join Maia and go back in time to the 19th century to learn about the beginning of film and the people who invented it. Bring you curiosity and questions and see film clips that are quite different from what we watch today. This class includes a bunch of ‘Firsts’: 
  • film cameras & projectors
  • film techniques
  • filmmakers
  • first woman director
  • genre films

Materials:  The List of Firsts

HOW TO JOIN THE EVENT:

Registration ahead of time is not needed – only register 10-15 minutes before the event start time.

To join by phone, dial 888-475-4499 (toll-free) or 669-900-6833 (local). Enter Meeting ID: 891 3644 3973, then press # twice.

To join with video, click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89136443973 to register and join. Wait in the “waiting room” until the activity is ready to start.

To create a friendly environment and minimize interruptions, we will close the activity to new participants 15 minutes after the start time. The above link will work on your tablet or your computer. You’ll be prompted to download a Zoom app the first time you use Zoom. If you’re using a PC or Mac, you can join from your web browser without using the Zoom software.

A Taste of Halloween History

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Join Maia and Lorraine as they show & taste: a brief history of candy created in the 1920’s. You’ll be surprised how many are still favorites today! And then we will recreate a few of these golden oldies, just in time for Halloween…YUM!

HOW TO JOIN THE EVENT:

To join by phone, dial 888-475-4499 (toll-free) or 669-900-6833 (local). Enter Meeting ID: 891 3644 3973, then press # twice.

To join with video, click this link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89136443973 to register and join. Wait in the “waiting room” until the activity is ready to start.

To create a friendly environment and minimize interruptions, we will close the activity to new participants 15 minutes after the start time. The above link will work on your tablet or your computer. You’ll be prompted to download a Zoom app the first time you use Zoom. If you’re using a PC or Mac, you can join from your web browser without using the Zoom software.

Smiling Eyes, Elbow Bumps Galore at Senior Power Event

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We’re back in person!

Senior Power’s outdoor event was a big hit, attracting neighbors in the Sunset to enjoy each other’s company once again, plus enjoy the talents of some of our participants.

Old friends who had not seen each other in a year or more bumped elbows and everyone’s eyes conveyed the smiles that masks couldn’t conceal

“It was a homecoming for many Senior Power participants and a tentative step forward into an enveloping community spirit for others,” said Margaret Graf, Senior Power’s fearless leader. “We’re back. We’re stronger than before. We’re together again.”

“Personally, my heart leaped through my ribcage!” she continued. “All thoughts of the past year’s isolation got pushed aside.”

We got to enjoy the beautiful watercolors by James Mao and marvel at succulents that demonstrate the all-too-important resilience we all have inside. Mary Gayle Thomas also shared her affable, personal stories and poems. See more pictures below!

 

Come to the next community event!

Thursday, May 13

9:00 to 1:00

Sunset Wellness Mercantile

37th Ave between Ortega & Pacheco

Drop-in any time during the above hours and say “hello.”

 

We’ll be sharing new exhibits and performances by seniors showing their art, music and stories.

You’ll also find Community Living Campaign’s monthly activity calendar for classes and programs you can enjoy by video or phone. And we’ll have more resources on safety and health for seniors, their families and caregivers.

We’re looking for seniors with talents, hobbies and interests to share!

For more info, to participate, to show off your COVID past-time, your passion, your flair and aptitude — be it musical, artistic or craft — email M. Graf at opoygan1@yahoo.com.

Time Capsule Project for LGBT Elders (Virtual)

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Are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community? Where were you 50 years ago? What do you want people 50 years from now to know about your story? Join 35-year old artist & community builder Evan Johnson for this bi-monthly storytelling endeavor (now on the first and third Mondays of every month)! Connect with other seniors, meet exciting special guests; this group will explore the power of sharing individual perspectives and stories!

Through recorded conversations, historical content, and a series of conversational prompts, this project will explore strategies for sparking self-expression and community dialogue, all from the comforts of home! Recorded footage from this project will culminate in a short documentary time capsule captured entirely on Zoom! “Come out, come out, wherever you are!”

HOW TO JOIN THE EVENT:

To join by phone, dial 888-475-4499 (toll free) or 669-900-6833 (local). Enter Meeting ID: 865 6747 4200, then press # twice.
To join with video, click this link: https://zoom.us/j/86567474200 to register and join. Wait in the “waiting room” until the activity is ready to start.

To create a friendly environment and minimize interruptions, we will close the activity to new participants 15 minutes after the start time. The above link will work on your tablet or your computer. You’ll be prompted to download a Zoom app the first time you use Zoom. If you’re using a PC or Mac, you can join from your web browser without using the Zoom software.

CANCELED-Time Capsule Project for LGBT Elders (Virtual)

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Are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community? Where were you 50 years ago? What do you want people 50 years from now to know about your story? Join 35-year old artist & community builder Evan Johnson for this bi-monthly storytelling endeavor (now on the first and third Mondays of every month)! Connect with other seniors, meet exciting special guests; this group will explore the power of sharing individual perspectives and stories!

Through recorded conversations, historical content, and a series of conversational prompts, this project will explore strategies for sparking self-expression and community dialogue, all from the comforts of home! Recorded footage from this project will culminate in a short documentary time capsule captured entirely on Zoom! “Come out, come out, wherever you are!”

CANCELED-Time Capsule Project for LGBT Elders (Virtual)

by

Are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community? Where were you 50 years ago? What do you want people 50 years from now to know about your story? Join 35-year old artist & community builder Evan Johnson for this bi-monthly storytelling endeavor (now on the first and third Mondays of every month)! Connect with other seniors, meet exciting special guests; this group will explore the power of sharing individual perspectives and stories!

Through recorded conversations, historical content, and a series of conversational prompts, this project will explore strategies for sparking self-expression and community dialogue, all from the comforts of home! Recorded footage from this project will culminate in a short documentary time capsule captured entirely on Zoom! “Come out, come out, wherever you are!”

Time Capsule Project for LGBT Elders (Virtual)

by

Are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community? Where were you 50 years ago? What do you want people 50 years from now to know about your story? Join 35-year old artist & community builder Evan Johnson for this bi-monthly storytelling endeavor (now on the first and third Mondays of every month)! Connect with other seniors, meet exciting special guests; this group will explore the power of sharing individual perspectives and stories!

Through recorded conversations, historical content, and a series of conversational prompts, this project will explore strategies for sparking self-expression and community dialogue, all from the comforts of home! Recorded footage from this project will culminate in a short documentary time capsule captured entirely on Zoom! “Come out, come out, wherever you are!”

HOW TO JOIN THE EVENT:

To join by phone, dial 888-475-4499 (toll-free) or 669-900-6833 (local). Enter Meeting ID: 859 4154 3946, then press # twice.

To join with video, click this link: https://zoom.us/j/85941543946 to register and join. Wait in the “waiting room” until the activity is ready to start.

To create a friendly environment and minimize interruptions, we will close the activity to new participants 15 minutes after the start time. The above link will work on your tablet or your computer. You’ll be prompted to download a Zoom app the first time you use Zoom. If you’re using a PC or Mac, you can join from your web browser without using the Zoom software.

San Francisco’s Got Talent! And We’re Sharing Some of It

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Come see, enjoy and learn the hobbies, talents and interests of your senior neighbors, families and friends!

Our partner, Senior Power, is proud to host a free community event soon! We’ll be presenting some of the talents of our active and engaged seniors, including watercolors by James, succulents by Les, and poetry and stories by Mary Gayle.

So many of us are excited about being able to see each other in person again. This is one way we feel neighbors can gather in a way that’s still safe for everyone.

Date: Thursday, April 8, 2021

Time: 9:00 – 1:00

Location: Sunset Wellness Mercantile, on 37th Ave. between Ortega & Pacheco.

Safety protocols: This event will be held outdoors, in a tent, and abide by all local safety measures (masks, physical distancing, etc.)

Drop-in any time and say hello!

While there, we invite you to:

  • Sign up for the Senior Power weekly newsletter
  • Grab Community Living Campaign’s monthly activity calendar for classes and programs you can enjoy by video or phone
  • Take home brochures on safety and health for seniors, their families and caregivers

For future events, we’re looking for seniors with talents, hobbies and interests to share!

For more info, to participate, to show off your COVID past-time, your passion, your flair and aptitude — be it musical, artistic or craft — contact M. Graf for more info: opoygan1@yahoo.com.

For more fun activities and ways to get to know your neighbors, take a look at our calendar of events here.