Special Events

Be A Santa To A Senior (BASTAS)

This annual event starts in mid-November and runs through mid-December.  The Commission on Aging, Home Instead, Mt. Diablo Boy Scouts, and dozens of volunteers work together to collect names of low to no income senior citizens that will receive a modest gift request of their choice.  Those gift requests are put on paper ornaments that are placed on holiday trees located in different public facilities around the city where people can pick up an ornament, but the gift and deliver the unwrapped gift back to the location or drop off at the senior center.  The goal is to ensure that NO senior goes without one beautifully wrapped gift during the holiday season.

A gift wrap party is set for mid-December where volunteers will wrap and deliver gifts to the senior citizens.  It is a wonderful community event that spans ALL generations, races, religions, and economic backgrounds.

If you are interested in participating, please contact concordsc@cityofconcord.org.

LIVE STRONG HEALTH EXPO

February 28, 2020
Concord Senior Center
9:00am - 1:00pm

Registration will open in November 2020.

ABOUT THE EXPO

The expo is an annual health event that takes place on Friday in late February.  Approximately 300-400 people attend.  We have space for about 40 vendors who have health services in Concord/Contra Costa County.  The event is free to the public. (Mostly senior citizens, but open to ALL Ages).  

SCREENINGS

We are looking for anyone who can provide screenings;  BP, Cholesterol, Diabetes, Memory, Hearing, or other.  To solidify your spot as a screener contact caryl.tynan@cityofconcord.org.  

VENDORS

There are 40-45 available tables for purchase. General table registration opens in November.  Visit www.concordreg.org and search for "expo".  If you are with a non-profit organization, a non-profit rate is available, but you will need to have a 501c3 number and fill out a downloadable application.  To get on our Vendor mailing list, fill out the online form here.

SPONSORS

There are also opportunities to sponsor the senior center.  We have multiple levels of sponsorship and create a custom package that fits your organization.  Read about our sponsorship levels and contact caryl.tynan@cityofconcord.org if you have any questions.

Presenters

There are two speaking opportunities at the health expo.  We are looking for dynamic speakers who will present topics to an audience of mainly seniors(but expo is open to all ages) that can be inspiring and/or informative.  We want the presenter to have a topic that would encourage people to get active, stay engaged, and make a commitment to Live Strong!  If you have a good topic and would like to speak at the expo or possibly another time throughout the year, please fill out the form here.

VOLUNTEERS

The Senior Center is always looking for volunteers to help at the Expo.  If you are interested in helping out, greeting, setting up, cleaning up or helping us spread the word contact us at concordsc@cityofconcord.org  .

Hoarding:  The Challenge for Care Givers and Loved Ones

The Concord Senior Center hosted a free Hoarding Workshop on June 29, 2019. The event was a collaborative effort that included, The Concord Senior Center, Meals on Wheels Diablo Valley Region, Contra Costa Health Services and Concord Police Department’s Code Enforcement. The purpose of this event, was to provide resources and information for caregivers and loved ones, or other persons who want to know more about the hoarding disorder and how to start the organization process.

Over 120+ people attended the two hour presentation, to listen to a knowledgeable group of speakers. Also in attendance were a few vendors, Nurse Next Door, Sunrise Homes, Provident Health Care, ACE Home Health & Hospice and staff from Contra Costa County who provided information on other services.

The speakers included Michael Tynan who shared a personal story about his mother’s struggle with hoarding. Dr. Joyce Martin, psychologist and counselor for Contra Costa County defined the different types of hoarding, what could cause it, treatment options, and how to get started dealing with this disorder. Janet Flint, professional organizer, followed with tips and strategies on how to direct someone with hoarding disorder to make better decisions by getting buy in and voluntary compliance. Heather Argueta was our 4^th speaker who concentrated on safety. Safety of the person can be a good motivating reason to organize and de-clutter. She showed several examples on how a hoard can become a safety issue. Finally, we heard from Concord’s Code Enforcement Officer, Jeff Conner, who explained the role of code enforcement on hoarding situations. They hope to resolve issue with empathy and patience, with the understanding that hoarding can effect more than just the person on the cluttered property. Code enforcement needs to also help the person realize that their situation can easily effect the life of those who share a building (apartment) or a neighbor. Hoards come with insects, rodent, mold and more. We want to ensure that all involved, are safe.

The information was very well received and the feedback shows that the community did get some value from the presentation.

• “This motivated me and reminded me about fall prevention and why I need to start.”
• “Hoarding Resources needed when we start the clean-up process.”
• “The emotional issues with this disorder and how to gently deal with people that have anxiety getting rid of items”

If you missed the presentation, view the video and download available resources. For more information, contact caryl.tynan@cityofconcord.org.

VIDEO http://reflect-concord.cablecast.tv/vod/199-Hoarding-The-Challenge-for-Caregivers-and-Loved-O-High-v1.mp4

• Notes from a Hoarder's Son - Michael Tynan
• Clearing The Way:  When a Mess is More than Just a Mess - Dr. Joyce Martin
• Organizing Tips - Janet Flint
• Hoarding and Safety - Heather Arguets, OTA
• Code Enforcement and Hoarding - Ofc. Jeff Conner
• Hoarding Resource List

Southern Tea

July 25, 2020
Concord Senior Center
10:30am - 12:30pm

Tickets:  $29 Adult, $12 (<13), $5 (<5), $260 per 10 person table

Registration will open in spring 2020.  Call 925-671-3320 from 9a-1 on weekdays to register tables or if you have questions.

ABOUT THE TEA

The tea is an annual fundraiser benefiting the Senior Scholarship Fund that provides seniors who have low or no income with $100 Scholarship to attend classes, trips or other activities.  This ensures that all seniors, regardless of income level, have an opportunity to participate, engage and stay connected.  

The tea takes on a different theme every year.  Entertainment of singers, dancers or musicians are provided.  The menu generally consists of 3 courses; scones, savories, and sweets. 

All ages are welcome and encouraged. 

MENU

The Menu will start off with fresh apricot scones.  We will follow with some savory options like a cucumber tea sandwich, chicken and waffles, and a dessert.  We will have cold southern tea and of course hot tea.

FUN FACTS

Big hats, little hats, white gloves and a pretty dress/outfit.  If the gents come, we hope to see some fedoras, suspenders, sear sucker or bow ties.  

Our entertainment  is TBD.

SPONSORS

There are also opportunities to sponsor the senior center.  We have multiple levels of sponsorship and create a custom package that fits your organization.  Read about our sponsorship levels and contact caryl.tynan@cityofconcord.org if you have any questions.

TABLE LAYOUT

VOLUNTEERS

The Senior Center is always looking for volunteers to help at the tea.  If you are interested in helping out, cooking, decorating, making decorations, helping serve, setting up, cleaning up or helping us spread the word contact us at concordsc@cityofconcord.org  .

Hawaiian Fusion

September 7, 2019
Concord Senior Center
5:30pm - 8:30pm

Tickets:  $50 Adult, $450 per 10 person table

Registration will open in May.

About Fusion

Fusion is our largest annual fundraiser benefiting the Senior Scholarship Fund that provides seniors who have low or no income with $100 Scholarship to attend classes, trips or other activities.  This ensures that all seniors, regardless of income level, have an opportunity to participate, engage and stay connected.  

It is a multi-cultural, multi generation event that celebrates the beauty of Hawaiian and Polynesian culture by sharing dance, music, and food from the Pacific Islands. This event has lasted over 15 years and always brings smiles and makes for a beautiful evening.

All ages are welcome and encouraged. 

DINNER

Buffet style dinner will be provided which typically includes salad, chicken, a second meat option, rice, vegetables, potatoes, macaroni salad, and dessert.  This year the dinner will be provided by Got Plate of Benicia, CA

Entertainment

Join us for a great evening of entertainment featuring Haopinaka Hawaiian Music and Dance group. The San Francisco Bay Area group performance engulfs the "Spirit of Aloha" with Hawaiian guitars, ukuleles and sweet vocal harmonies.Beautiful and talented hula dancers come from several award-winning hula groups locally and abroad. 

SPONSORS

There are also opportunities to sponsor the senior center.  We have multiple levels of sponsorship and create a custom package that fits your organization.  Read about our sponsorship levels and contact caryl.tynan@cityofconcord.org if you have any questions.

TABLE LAYOUT

TBD

VOLUNTEERS

The Senior Center is always looking for volunteers to help at the event.  If you are interested in helping out, cooking, decorating, making decorations, helping serve, setting up, cleaning up or helping us spread the word contact us at concordsc@cityofconcord.org  .

propose an event or workshop

Do you have an idea for a workshop or community event?  The Senior Center has multiple rooms available for rent or if there is a community issue that you feel the city should be part of you can contact Senior Center Staff and start the conversation.  We will need the following information emailed to concordsc@cityofconcord.org with the subject, "New Event Proposal".

We will need;

• Full name of person who wishes to be the point of contact for event.
• Phone and email of contact person
• Name of event with short description.
• Who do you think this will benefit.
• What days/dates or times you think this event should happen.