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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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