Category Archives: Community News

News from Heritage Park Duarte

Posted on January 11, 2012 by EngAGE

In December, the residents combined their monthly birthday gathering with a Christmas party for the holidays. The party marked a particularly special occasion: Annie Beckwith’s 100th birthday! The residents celebrated over a wonderful Christmas meal which was served by volunteers, staff and Annie’s … Continue reading →

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News from Park Plaza

Posted on January 3, 2012 by EngAGE

Lots of activity at Park Plaza! There was a dance peformance by Toti, Armenian concert pianist Harout Senekeramian played at Thanksgiving, Pauline helped residents get needed administrative help during Service Hour, Monica introduced Tai Chi for arthritis, the Crafts Class made art and gifts out of recycled … Continue reading →

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News from The Piedmont

Posted on January 2, 2012 by EngAGE

The Gardening Project at Piedmont is a hands-on, once a week community project that teaches residents how to garden, work with the earth and grow food to eat.  “That’s what I love about living in California…we can plant and grow food … Continue reading →

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News from Portofino Villas

Posted on December 27, 2011 by EngAGE

The annual gift-giving by Northrup Grumman upper management took place at Portofino Villas. There 20 residents selected by WSH management received beautifully wrapped gifts to their delight.  EngAGE’s  Vanessa Martin and Susan Price coordinated the event and were there to … Continue reading →

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News from Solara Court

Posted on December 21, 2011 by EngAGE

Guest speakers Ron Cram, from Sequoia Physical Therapy, and Lori Kind, from Senior Helpers, addressed a room full of folks who were very interested to learn if they were at risk of falling.  In addition to providing facts and statistics … Continue reading →

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News from Casa Bonita

Posted on December 18, 2011 by EngAGE

Gloria Tinajero, EngAGE Social Services Coordinator who does double-duty as a Latin dance instructor, reports, “The Latin Dance class offers the residents an opportunity to listen to music, exercise, learn new dances, learn about music from other cultures and come together as group. … Continue reading →

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News from The Jasmine

Posted on December 13, 2011 by EngAGE

Practical Crafts have consistently provided residents with wearable and gift-able art.  In November, the projects included: Gingerbreadman flower pot kits, butterfly clips (foam kit), crystal  necklace w/silver heart set, turkey foam pin,  and Santa flower pot kits. Instructors are Shirley Yu and … Continue reading →

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