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N E V A D A C O U N T Y
L I V I N G
VICES AND RELOCATION
Seniors Learn, Participate and Have Fun
EDUCATION
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute( OLLI) at Sierra College offers a variety of courses in art, film, health, history, literature, music and science designed for learners age 50 and up who want to learn and expand their knowledge without the stress of tests or grades!
Classes are held at the Nevada County Campus, as well as the Rocklin Campus and in Roseville. Some courses are free, others are available only through membership in Club OLLI plus a nominal fee, or at no additional charge. Annual membership in Club OLLI is $ 20. Information:( 916) 781-6290. sierracollege. edu / olli
MUSIC
A group of 40 diverse musicians gather every Wednesday on the Sierra College Nevada County Campus to rehearse classical music. Most are retired. They make up the OLLI Orchestra( see Education) which gives local musicians an opportunity to perform. Their schedule includes two free community performances a year, one in the spring and another in the fall.
Information: olliorchestra. org
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
One way to remain active is to become involved with Volunteer Nevada County and the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program( RSVP), America’ s largest volunteer network for people age 55 and over. With RSVP you choose the amount of time you want to give. There is one-on-one placement, or you can connect with other active adults working on projects as a team.
Volunteers help socialize animals, make sleeping mats for the homeless, monitor the
OLLI Orchestra water quality of the Bear River, work with families and children, and serve on Grand Juries. They are friendly visitors, English literacy tutors and book buddies. Information:( 530) 271-0255. volunteernevadacounty. org
FITNESS
Men and women over 50 who want to have some fun and get in shape, should consider signing up for the Gold Country Senior Softball Association season. Games are played weeknights and Saturdays from April to September at Western Gateway Park in Penn Valley. Information: gcssasoftball. org
For exercise and friendship, consider becoming a member of Nevada County Walkers, a group popular with those 60 and older. They walk local trails, and meetup for activities like Tai Chi, bowling and pickleball. A Meetup Schedule is posted. Information: meetup. com / Nevada-County-Walkers
A good resource is Living Healthy in Nevada County found on the Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce website under Community at the bottom of the Home page. Included is a Physical Activity Guide, which provides guidelines for older adults. There are also suggested local activities on the intro page with places for seniors to walk at the end of the list. Information: grassvalleychamber. com
COMMUNITY SERVICES
With the motto Food-Firewood-Fun- Fitness, Gold Country Community Services strives to meet the needs and interests
SERVICES
Sierra Nevada Home Care............. 274-6350 Tahoe Forest Home Health Care.... 582-3244 Transportation: Gold Country Lift.. 271-7433
ACTIVITIES
Senior Fun Seekers........................ 274-3635 All area codes are 530.
of local seniors. Popular is the nutrition program which operates the Gold Country Senior Cafe and Meals on Wheels.
Services include blood pressure checks and a firewood program. There are also activities and classes such as Tai Chi, line dancing, yoga, a needlework circle, and friendship Wednesdays at the lunch program. Information:( 530) 273-4961. goldcountryservices. org
TRUCKEE
Sierra Senior Services is dedicated to assuring those 60 and older have access to social opportunities, and health and wellness programs. It coordinates services that empower seniors to continue living independently.
Congregate dining and home delivered meals are provided through a nutrition program. The organization also coordinates activities such as blood pressure checks, arts and crafts, library assistance, health and wellness seminars, and exercise programs like yoga and Tai Chi. Information:( 530) 550-7600. sierraseniors. org
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