Join AARP for June Events in the Bay Area!

The AARP San Jose Office is here locally offering events, local resources, and more throughout the Bay Area. Join us for virtual and in-person events!

Let’s Take it Outside: San Francisco Crosstown Trail Hike (June 7 at 10 a.m. PT | San Francisco)
Join AARP California for a guided 4-mile walk through San Francisco Crosstown Trail that features hidden trails, public parks, shopping corridors, tiled stairways, and community gardens along the way. We will meet at Mission Blue in Visitacion Valley, a delightful coffeehouse and gallery featuring work by local artists and artisans. The location is convenient to several transit lines and street parking. From there, we head up the Visitacion Valley Greenway, a string of community parks and gardens. We will also visit expansive McLaren Park and the Portola and St. Mary’s Park neighborhoods, dotted with urban greenways and intriguing public art installations. We finish at the Glen Park BART station at Bosworth & Diamond, near several lunch choices in Glen Park Village. Learn more and register HERE. This in-person event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Space is limited.

Intro to Hosting on Zoom (June 13 at 9 a.m. PT | Zoom)
Join us for a FREE, interactive, online tech class designed for learning, self-improvement, and fun. During this introductory lecture, Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP we will discuss how to set-up a Zoom meeting, best practices when hosting a Zoom meeting, and more. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Fraud Prevention Webinar with Sarita (June 14 at Noon | Zoom)
Join AARP volunteer Sarita Cardozo for a conversation on how to spot and avoid scams like identity theft, holiday scams, and more. The presentation will also cover resources available through AARP’s Fraud Watch Network and how you can report and stop scams. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Free Community Shred & Electronic Waste Event (June 15 at 9 a.m. PT | Saratoga)
Join AARP Fraud Watch Network, AARP California, County of Santa Clara Adult Protective Services Financial Abuse Specialist Team (F.A.S.T), and Saratoga Area Senior Center for a FREE drive-through shred event as we work together to combat fraud and identity theft in our community. We will also have staff and volunteers on-site sharing information on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2024 and how you can protect yourself and loved ones from frauds and scams. Additionally, an electronic waste (e-waste) truck hosted by the County of Santa Clara Adult Protective Services will be on site. Learn more and register HERE. This in-person event is FREE and open to the public. Registration is required. This service is only for personal use, and not for businesses.

Let’s Take it Outside: Happy Hollow Park & Zoo – Animals and Programs (June 19 at Noon | Zoom)
Did you know Happy Hollow Park & Zoo offers animal exhibits, habitat maintenance, beekeeping workshops, conservation programs, and free entrance for older adults through their Senior Safari program? Join us virtually to hear from the dedicated staff at Happy Hollow Zoo Park & Zoo as they share more about Senior Safari, the animals at the Zoo, and how animal conservation lies at the heart of all their programs, exhibits, activities, and operations. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Saving Money with Tech (June 20 @ 9 a.m. PT | Zoom)
Join us for a FREE, interactive, online tech class designed for learning, self-improvement, and fun. During this introductory lecture, Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP as we go over online banking, how to keep your information safe, and tricks to save money while shopping online. Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Online Health Resources (June 27 @ 9 a.m. PT | Zoom)
Join us for a FREE, interactive, online tech class designed for learning, self-improvement, and fun. During this introductory lecture, Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP as discuss how to evaluate health-related information online and how you can leverage reputable health websites Learn more and register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Senior Safari: Enjoy a Day at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (June 27 @ 9 a.m. PT | San Jose) 
Join us at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo’s Senior Safari series and enjoy a day at the zoo. This program is designed to help older adults improve their health, avoid social isolation, and enjoy a unique environment that stimulates both mind and body. Senior Safari admission and parking are free for those ages 50-plus that arrive before 10 a.m. PT (the park opens to seniors at 9 a.m. PT), and guests are welcome to stay for the day after gates open to the public. Learn more HERE. This in-person event is free and open to the public. Registration is conducted on-site, in person.

Find more virtual events on the AARP Virtual Community Center.

AARP UPDATES AND RESOURCES:

Advocacy & Education Podcast: In Clear Terms with AARP California™ 
Stay up to date by subscribing and listening to In Clear Terms with AARP California™ - a free podcast that focuses on issues impacting Californians of all ages. The podcast features conversations with community leaders, issue experts, and AARP staff and volunteers to help you understand critical issues that impact our state. Learn more and listen HERE.

Fraud and Scam Prevention 
Visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at 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 Fraud Watch Network 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. Individuals taking care of a loved one can also call the AARP Caregiver Support Line at 877-333-5885.

Manage Debt & Savings
Did you know AARP offers an array of resources and tools to help support you manage debt and save? Learn more at aarp.org/money.

Thrive in the Job Market
Navigating today’s ever-changing job market can be tough, but AARP is here to help you through it. Whether you are starting a job search or looking to advance your career, AARP has custom tools and services that can help you, available at aarp.org/work.