Peninsula Family Service “La Esperanza Vive” needs volunteers

By Theresa Myers in Older Adult Services, Spanish | Posted March 7, 2022

The group “La Esperanza Vive” of the Peninsula Family Service Agency in Redwood City is looking for volunteers who speak Spanish to provide company to grandparents who due to life circumstances have been left alone. Rosa Aurora, a participant in the group, is 24 years old in the US and assures that the program has helped her. “It has helped me a lot because loneliness sometimes attacks very badly,” said Rosa. Volunteers help these people…

Annual Report 2021: Financial Empowerment

By Theresa Myers in Annual Report | Posted September 24, 2021

SECOND CAREERS EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM Henry enjoyed his customer service role at a local community center before COVID-19. He was one of the welcoming faces who greeted city residents as they entered the main lobby. Henry found joy in explaining program options to customers, answering their questions with poise and attentiveness, as well as registering them for valuable recreation and continued learning classes. Then COVID-19 abruptly interrupted Henry’s employment. Being a resourceful professional, Henry enrolled with…

Senior Peer Counselor Training

By Theresa Myers in | Posted February 5, 2021

Senior Peer Counselor Training Spring 2021 training dates: March – April (online only) If you are age 55+, you can change the lives of older adults in our community. Tuesdays and Wednesdays from March 30 – April 28 morning sessions: 9am – 12:30pm Specially-trained volunteer counselors provide weekly visits to adults age 55+ to help manage transitions and life changes such as health concerns, mobility issues, caregiver needs, and grief. Special care is taken…

Senior Peer Counselor Training

By Theresa Myers in | Posted February 5, 2021

Appy Hour

By Theresa Myers in | Posted October 23, 2020

You are invited! “Appy Hour” is for adults 55+ who want to learn more about health and wellness through technology. Virtual sessions are offered on Zoom. Email aaquino@peninsulafamilyservice.org or call 650-403-4300 ext. 4327 to RSVP.

Training: Senior Peer Counselor

By Theresa Myers in | Posted September 1, 2020

Tuesdays and Wednesdays from October 6 – November 17 morning sessions: 9am – 12:30pm To register, please contact Geri Lustenberg via e-mail or call (650) 403.43.00 Ext. 4389 To become a Senior Peer Counselor, volunteers participate in two, three and a half-hour training sessions each week for a total of five weeks. During the sessions, volunteers learn the skills they need to be active listeners, recognize and respond to grief, depression, and anxiety, and work with…

POSTPONED: Senior Peer Counseling

By Theresa Myers in | Posted February 3, 2020

To become a Senior Peer Counselor, volunteers participate in two, three and a half-hour training sessions each week for a total of five weeks. During the sessions, volunteers learn the skills they need to be active listeners, recognize and respond to grief, depression, and anxiety, and work with diverse cultures. Volunteers who speak Mandarin, Tagalog, or Spanish, or who identify as LGBTQ+, are encouraged to apply! Prospective volunteer counselors should: Be age 55+ Live in…

APP-y HOUR for ages 55+

By Theresa Myers in | Posted January 28, 2020

Do you use technology? Learn more about how you can access resources for your health and well being. Join us on Monday Feb 10th from 12 – 1:00, to meet with Arlene Aquino for an “APP-y Hour!” Topic: TBA. Optional: bring your smart phone, laptop, or tablet to get hands-on help. All abilities and experience welcome. A light luncheon will be served. RSVP to Arlene by Feb 7: aaquino@peninsulafamilyservice.org or 650-403-4300 x4327

LGBTQ+ ages 55+ Museum Field Trip

By Theresa Myers in | Posted January 28, 2020

LOCAL MUSEUM FIELD TRIP: Join us on Fri Feb 7 at 1:30pm for a FREE 1 hr. tour of the San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063. Explore local San Mateo County history from the time of original Native American residents to today, including some of the highlights of the museum’s long-term exhibits. The hour-long tour starts in the Rotunda at 2pm. We plan to meet at the museum. If you need…

Older Adults Are Healthy and Independent at Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center

By Theresa Myers in Events, Older Adult Services, Success Story | Posted March 18, 2019

Exercise more. Eat healthier. Make new friends. Spend more time exploring your hobbies. These are a few check-boxes to mark off the retirement list of a thriving older adult! The Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, run by Peninsula Family Service, helps older adults maintain their health, independence, and quality of life. There are many services provided to older adults at the center: nutritious meals, health screenings, social activities, and fitness classes for free or reduced…

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