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Ig ��/�/i SENIOR CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: August 1, 2013
SUBJECT: 2013 Spring Quarterly Report
Report Prepared by Anna Hudson, Recreation Coordinator
ATTACHMENTS: Senior Center Spring 2013 Attendance Report
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report
FINANCIAL STATEMENT: None
DESCRIPTION: The Dublin Senior Center provides various recreational
opportunities for senior patrons to live a healthier lifestyle and enjoyable through our various
activities, classes, and events.
This report summarizes the attendance during the winter quarter for the months of March through
May 2013. The following is a comparison of attendance over the past five years.
Senior Center Spring Attendance Comparison (March - May)
Attendance •- 2013 2012 1 1 1 2009
Drop-In 2600 2520 1,950 1,170 1,152
Programs &Activities 11,053 10,642 10,798 11,935 10,948
Total Attendance 13,653 13,162 12,748 13,105 12,100
65 days 63 days 65 days 65 days 64 days
Avg. Daily Attendance 210 209 196 202 189
Total Volunteer Hours 4,161 3,885 3,585 3,653 3,181
Attachment 1 is a detailed attendance report for the 2013 spring quarter.
Summary of the Spring Attendance Comparison
The quarter shows growth in attendance, both in drop-in and also in programing.
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The two ukulele programs, Melody Minstrels and Sunshine Strummers, significantly increased their
attendance by 126%.
Spectrum Community Services Lunch Program attendance also increased by 38%; 933 meals were
served in the spring of 2013, compared to 678 meals served in the spring of 2012.
The Needle Arts Group, formerly called the Quilting Group, now draws many new crafters who enjoy
socializing while working on personal projects; their attendance increased by 87%.
The Trail Trekkers Program also increased attendance by 40%, and received publicity with a feature story
and full page color photo in the spring issue of the Independent magazine.
The Trips and Tours Program attendance increased by 40%.
Other attendance increases were experienced in the AARP Mature Driving class (74%), the Watercolor
class (24%), and the Ping Pong activity (18%).
New activities offered this quarter include the evening Ballroom Dance Class, Chinese Mah Jong, and the
Vintage Fashion Show and Tea.
Volunteer hours have increased by approximately 7%from last year.
March 2013
The City's contract with Chevron's solar energy work and the switch to LED lighting continued at the
Dublin Senior Center.
In March, senior patrons enjoyed a delicious gourmet meal prepared by culinary students, on their van
trip to Treasure Island Culinary School.
Sixty-three seniors, dressed in green, attended the St. Patrick's Day Luncheon and were entertained by
singer, Bob Campbell.
Three van trips were offered to the Terracotta Warriors Exhibit at the Asian Art Museum, Treasure
Island, and Sunset Gardens in Menlo Park..
KKIQ Radio came to the Senior Center for a live broadcast of their "Commercial Coffee Break". They
served free coffee and treats from Starbucks. The Senior Center was afforded the opportunity to
promote senior activities in Dublin during a one minute air time interview.
On March 21, the Dublin Senior Center Advisory Committee along with Staff, offered an outreach
presentation at two senior housing facilities. Thirty residents were in attendance. The second
presentation at Dublin Ranch's Groves Apartments attracted 29 residents. The residents enjoyed
refreshments after the presentation. On March 28, eight Groves' residents participated in a special tour
of the Dublin Senior Center and enjoyed lunch at the Shamrock Cafe. The Melody Minstrels ukulele
group provided entertainment with a sing-along.
April 2013
The April 11th Friendship Luncheon, featuring the Wells Middle School Jazz Band, attracted 44 seniors.
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Two van trips were offered: The Nike Missile Tour in Sausalito and the theatre production of Jersey Boys
in San Francisco.
On April 25, 104 guests were recognized at the Annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon. Several new
volunteers, including the City of Dublin Executive Team, served the guests with meals by Valley Catering.
Entertainment was provided by singer Manny Romero. Vice Mayor Biddle welcomed and thanked the
volunteers for their support and dedication. Each volunteer received a special gift and certificate of
appreciation signed by Mayor Sbranti.
A new evening ballroom dance class, with instructor Lily Li, had 16 enrolled students.
Informational sessions held this month included: a cooking presentation by CareMore, a free Clipper
Card giveaway, and the Dublin Police's prescription drug take back program.
The cooking class presented by CareMore attracted 32 seniors. A nutritionist gave tips on how to avoid
hidden sugars and how to read food labels. A special healthy recipe was shared and enjoyed after the
class.
The Dublin Police Community Relations offered a "Drug take back" event at the Senior Center, where
patrons safely disposed-of unused and outdated prescription medicine.
The Dublin Community Car Show took place on Saturday, April 20 at the Dublin Heritage Park and
Museum. Hundreds of residents flocked to see over 135 registered cars and enjoy food provided by four
food trucks. The Heritage historical setting is an ideal location to create a nostalgic feel for this event.
Steve Fox of KKIQ provided DJ service and played a variety of yesteryear tunes. Other offerings included
a hula hoop contest, an opportunity to decorate miniature cars, and a hayride pulled by a tractor.The
museums were also opened during the event.The Community Car show was planned with the help of
the Dublin Youth Advisory Committee and the Dublin Senior Advisory Committee to benefit the Dublin
Youth Fee Assistance Program.
May 2013
The Zingers, a women's a cappella singing group, entertained 48 seniors during the Mother's Day
Luncheon on May 9. The Rotary Club provided a single stem rose to each of the guests.
Seventy-five people attended the DancEscape event.They danced to the music of the CoolTones, a 17
piece big band, on Friday, May 10. Staff secured a $900 sponsor to offset the cost of the band.
The Vintage Fashion Show and Tea, held on Saturday, May 18,featured clothing owned by Theresa
LaQuey, a former custom clothier and designer for the Simplicity Pattern Company. Her presentation
featured original clothing made in the 40's and 50's.There were 37 people in attendance. Eight models,
made up of teen and senior volunteers were recruited to model the clothing.
Staff received generous support from several donors who provided a variety of delicacies for the tea
from the Parkview Restaurant provided the cucumber tea sandwiches, deviled eggs, mini quiche and
scones. Villa San Ramon's kitchen furnished the sweet treats, including the fresh strawberries with a
sour cream and white chocolate dipping sauce, lemon bars, petit fours and sugar-free cream puffs. A
CareMore representative arranged the flower centerpieces and helped serve the guests. Key Point
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Credit Union donated miniature rosebushes for a free raffle. Various teapots and items were donated
by patrons or borrowed from the Heritage Museum.
The models arrived early. to begin preparing their make-up and hair, to compliment the period of the
clothing provided by the designer, transforming them back to the look of the 40's and 50's. Of the eight
models recruited, three were Dublin High students, and one was the mother of one of the high school
students. The remaining four models, recruited from the Senior Center were our Ballroom Dance
Instructor, a Line Dance patron, a senior center volunteer, and a patron from the community.
Two van trips were offered:The Gold Rush Days at Columbia State Park, and a Carmel van trip.
Patron Testimonials
What I like the most about the Dublin Car Show Event is that it is relaxing and close to home. I like the
crowd, the music and cars."
Melissa P, Dublin
"I learned about the Dublin Senior Center at the Civic Center. I like you have so many wonderful classes
and the people here are so friendly. The front door opens automatically and the staffs smiles to
welcome all the seniors. I am pleased you have computer classes."
DY Miao— Dublin
"Thanks for a great luncheon! It was very nice and I much appreciate the efforts you all put into making
it such a great success. The food was delicious. The decorations were fabulous.The kids' (Wells Middle
School Jazz) band is always surprisingly good. They could be professionals. I enjoyed being served by the
army volunteers from Camp Parks. "
Anna C, Dublin
Hi Camille,
I just wanted to drop a thank you note for giving me all the housing information for my mom. She is a
senior and very independent. You understand the concerns of children who are unable to take care of
their elderly parents because they work and my mom is living alone where her health and safety is
compromised. So we are trying to find her a place where she feels secured, have people around and
make friends and also live independently.
Pravin M. - Dublin
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Senior Center Advisory Committee receive
the report.
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SPRING QUARTER 2013 ATTENDANCE
Activities March April May 2013 2012 %change
AARP Mature Driving 28 5 0 33 19 74%
Advisory Committee 5 5 0 10 15 -33%
American Mah Jong 60 50 61 171 168 2%
Mah Jong- Chinese (new) 11 17 26 54 43 26%
Art Studio (Art for All Media) 15 20 13 48 108 -56%
Art-Saturday Program 3 8 15 26 27 -4%
Balance and Agility 52 44 65 161 155 4%
Ballroom Dance (new) 40 1 40 0 801 0 NA
Ballroom Dance (PM new) 0 48 80 128 103 24%
Balance Plus/Fit Over 50(new) 28 30 18 76 0 NA
Bingo 229 204 289 722 613 18%
Blankets for Vets 41 35 0 76 129 -41%
Bridge 346 329 283 958 977 -2%
Building Tour 9 12 9 30 12 150%
Bunco 27 24 39 90 91 -1%
Chair Yoga/Stretch 0 0 0 0 1 84 NA
Computer 1-on-1 27 24 9 60 65 -8%
Computer Drop In 89 95 117 301 268 12%
Diabetes 9 7 10 26 24 8%
ESL 64 64 64 192 139 38%
Fashion Show (new) 0 0 38 38 0 NA
Fitness 50 0 0 0 0 133 NA
Food distribution 408 391 443 1,242 1,175 6%
Foot Ex Workshop 0 0 0 0 32 NA
Foundation Meeting 13 13 13 39 39 0%
Foundation Casino 0 0 0 0 50 NA
Games- Drop in Thursday 0 0 0 0 33 NA
GentleYoga 27 44 24 95 201 -53%
Health Screen 0 0 0 0 8 NA
HICAP 3 1 4 3 10 5 1 100%
Line Dance 713 746 638 2,097 2,278 -8%
Lunch 318 302 313 933 678 38%
Luncheon 2nd &Specials 63 44 48 155 295 -47%
Music- Piano 4 4 3 11 17 -35%
NIA(new) 36 1 25 16 77 1 102 1 -25%
Path Wanderers 43 48 45 136 149 -9%
Pilates 60 75 36 171 122 40%
Pinochle 24 29 13 66 132 -50%
Ping Pong 162 167 146 475 401 18%
Poker 0 0 0 0 43 NA
Quilting/Needle Arts 26 41 36 103 55 87%
Reading Group 9 8 11 28 25 12%
Sing Along 48 37 48 133 118 13%
Stretch to Music (new) 0 13 01 13 0 NA
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Tai Chi Chih 14 13 25 52 118 -56%
Traditional Tai Chi 60 75 68 203 191 6%
Trail Trekkers 124 143 108 375 268 40%
Trips and Tours 26 24 22 72 22 227%
Ukulele 60 71 54 185 82 126%
Ukelele Jam Session 34 49 25 108 98 10%
Volunteer Banquet 0 104 0 104 94 11%
Watercolor 170 136 170 476 385 24%
Watercolor Drop-in 25 5 0 30 63 -52%
Workshops (2) 2 29 6 60 29 107%
Writing for Comp/Polish Your Writing 60 100 36 196 201 -2%
Zumba 21 25 28 74 0 NA
DancEscape (new) 0 0 77 77 0 NA
SubTotal 3,636 3,826 3,591 11,053 10,639 4%
Drop In (40 per day) 840 880 880 2,600 2,520 3%
Total Attendance 4,476 4,706 4,471 13,653 13,159 4%
# Days 21 22 22 65 63 3%
Average Daily Attendance 213 214 203 210 209 1%
Total Volunteer Attendance 1,428 1,427 1,306 4,161 3,885 7%
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