Seniors
Mount Etna County Housing Facility Receives Poor Marks from Residents
By Pam Begeal This past May, representatives from communities around the city of San Diego joined San Diego United Communities members at a press conference and protest at a County and Federally funded Clairemont housing facility, located at 5255 Mt. Etna Drive, that has been receiving lots of criticism from its residents. They claim that it […]
Senior Prom: Forever Young Gala to Raise Funds for Meal Delivery Services
Meals on Wheels San Diego invites the community to “Senior Prom: Forever Young,” a celebration where “senior” means something to look forward to. Happening Saturday, June 6 at Kona Kai San Diego Resort, located at 1551 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, the gala blends the spirit of prom night, without the teen angst, with the organization’s […]
Your Financial To-Do List After a Death in the Family
When a loved one passes away, the emotional weight can be immediate, but the financial responsibilities arrive in waves. Some are urgent, others unfold over months. Knowing the sequence can help to bring order during a difficult time. The goal is not to do everything at once. Move deliberately, focus on the most important steps […]
Nine Important Retirement Milestones (Starting at Age 50)
I’m continuing the topic of properly preparing for retirement this month. Most people don’t really start thinking about retirement at age 50, but there are a few things you should be doing to set yourself up early for a comfortable and secure retirement. Age 50: Catch-Up Contributions Begin At age 50, you can start making […]
National Senior Tennis Tournament to be Played at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club
Tournament officials have announced seeded players for the United States Tennis Association National Women’s Senior Hard Court Championships scheduled for Monday, May 5 through Sunday, May 11, 2025 at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, 2000 Spindrift Drive, La Jolla, CA, 92037. Julie Thu of West Lake Hills, Texas is the top seed in the […]
10 Essential Steps for a Smooth Transition to Retirement
A good friend of mine was recently forced into early retirement by changes at the Federal agency where he worked. Retirement is a major life milestone that requires thoughtful planning and preparation, so I wanted to write about how to properly prepare for such an important change. To ensure a smooth transition, it’s essential to […]
St. Paul’s PACE Welcomes New Medical Director
St. Paul’s PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), has named Jaime Stull, M.D., as their new medical director, effective March 3. As medical director of St. Paul’s PACE, Dr. Stull will oversee participant medical care, ensuring clinical excellence and positive health outcomes. She will lead medical operations, support primary care providers and specialists, […]
Art for All Art Exhibition and Reception
In celebration of March as Developmental Disability Awareness Month, The Arc of San Diego presents Art for All, an inspiring art exhibition and reception showcasing artwork created by adults with disabilities. This inspirational event will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Thursday March 20 at the Bonita Museum & Cultural Center (4355 Bonita Rd, Bonita, CA […]
Villa Musica Expanding the Musical Biographies Program Serving Seniors with Dementia
The Prebys Foundation recently announced the launch of its Healing Through the Arts and Nature initiative, which awarded $5.2 Million to 59 nonprofits across San Diego. These grant awards will support programs serving youth, veterans, justice-impacted individuals, and historically underserved communities, offering proactive ways to enhance quality of life in a post-pandemic world. This effort […]
Local Choir to Perform at Carnegie Hall
For the choir members and musical director for Mission Hills United Church of Christ (MHUCC), an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City was never in the cards. However, that changed when composer Joel Raney came across a YouTube performance by the church choir, who range in age from 16 to 80-plus […]
