President Elect Andy Bradford, John Pennypacker led the pledge, and John Bunyard led the club in reciting the Four-Way Test. Pam Cohen won today’s raffle. However, she did not draw the Ace of Clubs, so the large pot carries over. Then, Happy Bucks were collected.
Today’s speaker was Jacob Newman, from Aster Aging in Mesa. To continue, click the blue "Read More" to the right below!!
Aster Aging’s mission is to empower and support East Valley older adults to remain independent and engaged in the community. Their vision is to create an inclusive, equitable environment where everyone feels valued and supported. They are committed to embracing diversity and eliminating barriers to access, working together to further the mission and ensuring that all individuals who are aging can thrive. Aster has many activities and services for seniors including:
- Center Based Services - meals and cafes, health and wellness, education programs, social activities
- Meals on Wheels - home delivered meals, meals for you, transitional meals, daily wellness checks
- In-home Support - neighbors volunteer service, home care
- Outreach/Social Services - resource navigation, information & referral, benefits enrollment center, supplemental food programs, community outreach & education
- Collaborative Programs - Discovery Point, Encore on First, Contracted Food Services, East Valley Senior Home Sharing
Some upcoming activities include the breakfast fundraising event shown below. Please contact Connie Bunyard if you would like to go, as Mesa West has a table.
Additionally, Aster's Holiday Helpers program is coming up and they are requesting donations of the following:
- Money
- Pet supplies
- Gift Cards
- Jigsaw puzzles
- Puzzle books
- Jar openers
- Adult coloring books and colored pencils
- Arts and Craft supplies
- Candy and Packaged Snacks
- Decks of Cards
- Stationary and postage stamps
- Calendars
- Magnifying glasses
- Flashlights and batteries
- Toiletries
- Brushes and combs
- Nail care supplies
- Non-skid socks
- Mug and hot chocolate or tea
- Grabber/reacher tools
- First air kits
- Nightlights, LED strips, and puck lights
And Aster can always use volunteers!