Seniors
* Achievements, activities
Summer Classes Getting Underway
Summer classes for older adults begin this week at senior centers in several cities.
The classes, many of which are free, are offered by the Adult Continuing Education Division of the North Orange County Community College District:
* In Anaheim, the college district will teach a simplified handbell style that does not require previous musical experience.
* A “Great Books” class that explores works by Aristotle, Chaucer, Darwin, Freud and others will be held in Fullerton.
* An astronomy course titled “It’s a Fascinating Universe” is offered at the Yorba Linda and Cypress senior centers. Also scheduled for Cypress is a class in English as a second language.
The classes will continue through mid-August.
Information: (714) 992-6090.
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Group Helps Deal With Grief of Loss
A support group to help people deal with the grief of losing a spouse is among programs being offered at Brea Senior Center. Support sessions are at 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, led by trained volunteers from the Widowed Persons Service of Brea-La Habra.
Other programs offered at the center include:
* An oral history class from 10 to 11 a.m. Mondays that allows seniors to share their life experiences.
* A nondenominational class from 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays that explores spirituality in biblical teachings;
* A “Walk for Fitness” class that meets at 9 a.m. Fridays.
* Movie screenings at 12:30 p.m. Fridays.
The Brea Senior Center is at 500 S. Sievers St.
Information: (714) 990-7750.
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Property Tax Aid Available to Some
Property tax assistance for seniors will be available from 1 to 4 p.m. July 19 and Aug. 23 at the Lakeview Senior Center.
To qualify for assistance, individuals must be 62 or older, or blind or disabled, and have annual income less than $13,000.
Information: (714) 724-6900.
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Exercise Offered for Those With Arthritis
The Cypress Senior Center is offering free exercise classes at 10:30 a.m. Fridays for people with arthritis and those who are unable to take part in more strenuous activities.
People in wheelchairs also may participate.
“The gentle exercises help maintain or increase joint range of motion,” a center spokeswoman said. The class is also designed to add muscle tone, which helps avoid joint injuries.
Information: (714) 229-6776.
--COMPILED BY ALAN EYERLY WITH BILL BILLITER AND RUSS LOAR