From the Desk of the Execuitve Director
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Dear Friends,
Last week some I spent three days with some inspiring people who are starting villages all around the country. There are over 60 villages now in operation and another 120 or so in formation. I hope you are as proud as I am of being part of an amazing movement. San Francisco Village has a very good reputation in the village movement as witnessed by our presence at the conference. SFV Board President, Gayle Geary, was a speaker and a panelist throughout the three day conference, and SF Village was cited repeatedly as a model to which many other villges aspire. Both Keyatta and I attended workshops as did Mary Moore Gaines and Eva Auchincloss. Our attendance will make our Village even better! Our own Dr. Walter Bortz was the keynote speaker and received a standing ovation. It was a very proud moment for SF Village.
Warmly,
Janis
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Come and Hear Merla Zellerbach on November 6
Village members and friends have a great opportunity to hear Merla Zellerbach talk about her new book, "Love to Die For" at Books, Inc. in Laurel Village this Sunday November 6 at 5:00 PM. Village member Glady Thacher will introduce Merla. Many thanks to Books, Inc. – our favorite book partner – for hosting this event. Award-winning author and editor Merla Zellerbach has crafted a clever thriller set in San Francisco. Don't miss out on this unique event. Please RSVP to SF Village at info@sfvillage.org or by calling 415-387-1375 ext. 0. If you decide at the last minute, please just show up at Books Inc. at 3515 California Street and bring a friend. Ample parking available.
Falls Prevention in Older Adults Workshop
The Institute on Aging is offering scholarships to SF Village members for the full day conference on Falls Prevention. Topics will cover hip fracture risk and prevention; Drugs, Alcohol and Substance Abuse; accurate fittings for assistive devices -- all of which will help you stay on your feet and lead a happier and more fulfilling life. The all-day event is from 8:30 to 5:00 at The Event Center at St Mary's Cathedral (1111 Gough Street, SF) on Wednesday November 9th. Please call Laura Rhine at IOA (415-750-4140 ext 223) or register at www.ioaging.org. The site has free parking and is wheelchair accessible. Thank you IOA for this generous offer!
Financial Boot Camp for Seniors on Saturday November 12
San Francisco Village will be the special guest at this event on Saturday November 12 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM at the Presidio Golf Club, sponsored by Jordan, Miller and Associates of San Francisco. They feature one special nonprofit at their events and Gayle Geary, Board President of SF Village, will speak. It's free and open to anyone concerned about their finances as they age.
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Discovered Treasures Fundraising Event is November 4
If you haven't already done so (and over 150 of you have), please call to get tickets to our one-of-a-kind fundraiser for SF Village. It's called Discovered Treasures and will be held this Friday, November 4th, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, at the St. Francis Yacht Club on San Franciso's beautiful waterfront. Come and enjoy each other's company, feast on delicious treats and beverages, check out all the wonderful donated items to the silent auction, and bid on your favorites. Our website shows a list of all the items (www.sfvillage.org). Some tickets are still available. Call us at 415-387-1375 to purchase your ticket(s). We hope to see you there.
Movie Reviews by SFV Member Ralph Beren
Movie Magic: Reviews by Ralph Beren of SF Village
This month, I am recommending two films. One is about the relationship between two women, while the other explores the relationship between two men.
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Volunteer of the Month: Sarah Goldman
Sarah Goldman
By Mary Moore Gaines
Sarah is an active, interested and creative member of San Francisco Village. She has a Master of Social Work (MSW), so it is not surprising that Sarah is very much into helping people. Shortly after Sarah became a member, she realized that her landlady, an elderly and independent woman who was living alone, needed help with daily chores. Sarah knew that her neighbor wouldn’t accept an outright offer of help. So, with the help of her nephew and SFV, we devised a plan. The nephew came to the door one Saturday morning with an experienced home help representative. He announced quietly that the woman had come to clean house and help with cooking. His aunt was startled but allowed the woman in. They became fast friends and the mission was accomplished.
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