AARP in San Jose is Ready to Take on May 2021 with You!

Although we may be distant, we don’t have to be apart. AARP in San Jose is here locally to help you take on 2021 with virtual events, local resources, vaccine information and more.

LOCAL VIRTUAL EVENTS: 
San Jose Jazz New Works Fest – LIVE Musical Performances: April 29^th through May 8^th
Join us for the San Jose Jazz (SJZ) News Works Fest featuring four nights of streamed performances by some of the most exciting artists in jazz, blues, R&B, soul and electronic music from the SF Bay Area and New York! The virtual festival will showcase 11 artists over three evenings of music. Tickets are just $10 per night or $20 for an All Streams Pass. The Fest also includes a FREE International Jazz Day live stream. That’s four nights total of great music! Learn more and purchase your tickets HERE.

Stay Safe from Common Scams – Learn about Gift Cards as Payment Scams: May 6^th
Join us for a virtual conversation on gift card scams. Learn what a gift card scam is, how to spot and avoid them, what to do if you have fall for a gift card scam and much more. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public.

HomeFit Workshop with the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation – Make Your Home Safer as You Age in Place: May 7^th
Join us for a HomeFit workshop to help you make your home safer and more comfortable as you age in place. From simple do-it-yourself repairs to larger design projects, learn how you can transform your living spaces to help you remain independently in your home. The Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation will also provide fire safety tips to keep burn-safe at home. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public.

Tea & Coffee Tuesday – Connect with AARP California Special Guests: May 11^th
Join us for a monthly “Tea & Coffee Tuesday” conversation with an AARP special guest. This month, we will speak with AARP California’s State President, Joe Garbanzos about volunteering and AARP’s goals. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public.

Everyone Needs a Home: Rebuilding the Social Compact on Housing for All Californians – A Silicon Valley Affordable Housing Month Presentation: May 11^th
Join us as we host a Silicon Valley Affordable Housing Month presentation focused on the newly released AARP California housing report. In 2020, AARP California engaged practitioners and subject matter experts to better understand the impediments and solutions to California’s housing crisis, as well as where AARP can position its resources and support to effect change. The research culminated in The AARP CA Listening Report: Rebuilding the Social Compact on Housing for All Californians. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public.

Decluttering & Downsizing – Learn what to do with your important paper documents: May 11^th & May 13^th
Are you feeling overwhelmed by financial papers and essential records in your house? Maybe you recently had to gather and organize important financial documents for tax season, and it felt complicated and time-consuming. It might be time to take control of your stuff If you find yourself wondering what to do with all these papers, join us for a two-part decluttering webinar. You’ll learn expert tips from Matt Paxton from A&E’s Hoarders and PBS’s Legacy List with Matt Paxton, as well as Mindy Godding from NAPO (National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals). Matt and Mindy will share advice and resources to help you prioritize and organize the important papers in your house - or help a loved one do the same. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public.

AARP California presents Health, Wealth and Self with Nikki Thomas – A LIVE conversation focused on Wealth: May 18^th
Join us on the third Tuesday of April, May and June @ Noon PT on 102.9 KBLX or AARP California’s Facebook pages as we host conversations around health, wealth and self with issue experts. In April, we talked “health” and about the COVID-19 vaccines (watch the recording HERE). In May, we will speak with Martin Booker, Program Manager of AARP Financial Resilience Programming, on personal finance tips, advice and resources. Tune-in and join us LIVE on May 18^th @ Noon PT via 102.9 KBLX or AARP California’s Facebook pages + enter the AARP California sweepstakes before then for your chance to win a $50 GrubHub e-gift card. Learn more about the series and sweepstakes HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public.


The Importance of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) for Californians of All Ages
– A Silicon Valley Affordable Housing Month Presentation: May 24th
Join us and the Casita Coalition as we host a Silicon Valley Affordable Housing Month presentation focused on the importance of ADUs for Californian’s of all ages. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public.

Chinatown Rising Film Screening – A Powerful Documentary that Follows the Transition of San Francisco’s Chinatown: May 26^th
Join us for a special film screening of the documentary Chinatown Rising on Wednesday, May 26^th from 6:30 – 8 p.m. PT. Chinatown Rising, a Harry Chuck and Josh Chuck film, is about the Asian-American Movement that took place in San Francisco, California’s Chinatown during the 1960’s-1980’s. This powerful film captures live footage from the historical protests, as well as intimate current-day interviews with the activists forty-five years later. During this screening, you will have an opportunity to hear opening remarks from the producers and gain 3-hour access to watch this 85-minute film, allowing you to take short breaks as needed. You won’t want to miss this informative, empowering and timely screening! Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public.

LOCAL RESOURCES: 
Bay Area COVID-19 Vaccine Information

• Alameda County: Alameda County Public Health Department COVID-19 and Vaccine Information
• Contra Costa County: Contra Costa Health Services Department COVID-19 and Vaccine Information
• Marin County:  Marin County Health & Human Services Covid-19 & Vaccine Information
• Napa County: Napa County Covid-19 and Vaccine Information
• Santa Clara County: Santa Clara County Public Health Department COVID-19 and Vaccine Information
• San Francisco County: City and County of San Francisco COVID-19 and Vaccine Information
• San Mateo County: San Mateo County Health Department COVID-19 and Vaccine Information
• Solano County: Solano County Covid-19 and Vaccine Information
• Sonoma County: Sonoma County Covid-19 and Vaccine Information 

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AARP RESOURCES: 
As a trusted voice and fierce defender, AARP has been devoted to providing information and resources about all aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the vaccines.  AARP is providing information and resources to protect those ages 50+ and their families from the coronavirus and help prevent it from spreading to others. Visit aarp.org/coronavirus and in Spanish at aarp.org/elcoronavirus to find free resources on health, financial security and more. Learn more about the COVID-19 Vaccine distribution plan in California and AARP’s efforts HERE.

Fraud and Scam Prevention 
Visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork  or call the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline at 1-877-908-3360 to report a scam or get help if you’ve fallen victim. The aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork also offers news, tips, and online learning videos on how to spot and stop common scams.

Caregiving 
AARP supports millions of family caregivers by providing free resources and tools. View and download the AARP Prepare to Care caregiving guide, offered in English, Spanish and Chinese at aarp.org/caregiving. The website also features six questions loved ones should ask nursing homes during the health crisis, steps for caregivers worried about the crisis, legal tips for caregivers during COVID-19, and much more. Individuals taking care of a loved one can also call the AARP Caregiver Support Line at 877-333-5885. 

Connecting Virtually: How to Video Call Using Various Platforms  
Want to stay connected with friends and family by seeing them virtually but aren’t sure how? Try watching one of the following short video tutorials that demonstrate how you can stay in touch with loved ones through video chat.  

• Learn how to use Zoom HERE. 
• Learn how to use FaceTime HERE. 
• Learn how to use Skype HERE. 
• Learn how to use Facebook Video HERE. 

AARP Health Living Resources
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it hard for all of us to take care of our mental and physical health. As we begin to emerge into post-pandemic life, AARP wants to help you get healthier – and stay healthy. We can help you take small-but-meaningful steps to improve your overall health and mental well-being – and develop good habits for the future. Go to AARP.org/healthyliving for tips, tools and resources that can help you reclaim your health today.

The Andrus Award for Community Service – AARP’s Most Prestigious Volunteer Award
Do you know an extraordinary volunteer age 50 or older? AARP California is seeking nominations for California’s 2021 Andrus Award for Community Service. This is the association's most prestigious volunteer award that recognizes outstanding individuals who are sharing their experience, talents and skills to enrich the lives of others.

The purpose of the award is to recognize outstanding individuals who are making a powerful difference in their communities in ways that advance AARP’s mission, vision, and commitment to volunteer service and that inspire others to volunteer.

California’s 2021 Andrus Award for Community Service recipient will be presented with the award and a $1,000 check made out to the non-profit of their choice. Review the eligibility guidelines and submit your online nomination HERE. The deadline for the California Andrus Awards for Community Service nominations is July 15, 2021.