Letter from Hilda Hernandez-Gravelle, Social Care Coordinator
Dear Ashby Village community,
It is almost a year since I started working at Ashby Village. During this time I
have had the wonderful opportunity to meet many members at Village events and connect with you in my role as Social Care Coordinator. I am looking forward to getting to meet more of you. In the meantime, are you aware of our Member Support Programs? Members have access to a variety of programs and services -- staffed by very dedicated and experienced teams of volunteers -- that help you stay active and offer support as you manage challenges typical of this phase of our lives.
Do you know about?
- The HEALTHIER AGING INITIATIVE: Research tells us that we need to move physically to keep our brain cells healthy and our minds sharp. The Healthier Aging Initiative organizes neighborhood walks, classes in yoga, Tai-Chi Chi and more. Articles and information about programs and activities are published in our Village Voices to keep you moving within and around Ashby Village.
- The CONNECTION TEAM: Have your dear ones moved away? Are you feeling isolated and missing contacts? Do you wish someone would visit with you regularly? Do you want a walking buddy in your neighborhood? Do you wish someone could read aloud to you? Like you, volunteers with the Connections Team seek to make a difference with meaningful relationships.
- The CARING COMMITTEE: If you are faced with a sudden hospitalization, injury or loss of someone dear in your life, the Caring Committee will reach out to you with cards, calls or visits.
- The SOCIAL CARE TEAM: This team of retired and semi-retired clinical professionals helps you to sort out a difficult situation and provide you with support, referrals and resources to address them. We are here for you. Please let me know if you feel you would like support of any kind.
Be also aware that our teams are made up of volunteers who sustain the Village while doing work they find rewarding. If you are interested in joining any of our teams, please contact me at hildahg@ashbyvillage.org. We welcome your participation.
Best wishes for a wonderful fall season.
Ph: 510.204.9200