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The Faith Communities of Saratoga
Jolil Your NciObors in Sofflce 10 Our Community!
Rotating Sheller
Where: Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Maw: March (all month)
Children's Clothing Exchange
Where: Saratoga Presbyterian Church
When: March 14 -22
Blood and Bone Marrow Drive
Where: Saratoga Presbyterian Church
When: Sunday, March 22, 8:30 am 1 pm
Caring for the Poor In Guatemala
Where: Saratoga Presbyterian Church
When: Sunday, March 22, 10 am Noon
Assist Seniors in Saratoga
Where: St. Andrew's Episcopal Church School
When: March 14 22 (RSVP for Time)
Saratoga Spring Cleanup Day
Where: Immanuel Lutheran Church
When: Saturday, March 21, 10 am 4 pm
Help Around Ike Senior House
Where: Saratoga Federated Church
WJ),gg: March 21 22 March 28 29
City Team Youth Family Services
Where: Saratoga Federated Church
tam: Saturday, March 28, 9 am Noon
Sunday Friends:
The Working Alternative to Charily
Where: Congregation Beth David
Whf:n: Sunday, March 22, 1 4 pm
Sacred Heart Community Service
Where: Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church
When: Friday, March 24, 11:30 am
Habitat Restoration: El Quito Park
Where: Westhope Presbyterian Church
When Saturday, March 28, 9 am
Disaster Relief Worldwide
Where: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter -day Saints
When: Saturday, March 28, 10 -11 am 1 -2 pm
Neighborhood Retreat
Where: St. Archangel Michael Serbian Church
When: March (RSVP for Time)
For more information on any of these events or to RSVP, please visit: sera ognserves.org
Post Signs
-"Security Cameras in Use"
-"Private Property"
"No Trespassing"
•Use Surveillance Cameras
•Cost effective when compared to the
dollar loss of stolen equipment.
Increase possibility of apprehension
Control Site Access
•Use a chain link fence to secure
the perimeter of the site.
•Have someone check the site
several times over the weekend.
Challenge strangers on your
property or job sites. Show them
you are on the alert.
•Install locks as soon as possible.
•Lock gates when you are done for
the day.
Warning!
There has been an increase in thefts from construction sites. An estimated 90% of all
equipment, tool and appliance thefts take place between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.
The Sheriff's Office is offering the following suggestions so you can help us identify and
apprehend those responsible for these crimes, as well as prevent future thefts.
Equipment Security
Mark It!
-Mark your equipment and tools.
•With an electric pen, etch your
driver's license preceded by a
"CA" into your tools and
equipment.
Record It!
•Record serial numbers. Use the
other side of this brochure.
•Inventory equipment frequently.
•Take color photos.
-Protect It!
•Keep equipment and tools locked
up in a securable storage shed
and use a good lock.
•Do not leave equipment and tools
overnight and over the weekends.
•A recent study concluded 85% of
thefts from construction sites were
employee related. Consider Just
In -Time delivery of appliances and
install them the day they arrive.
Most important, Communicate...
-Talk to residents living next to and
across from the site because they
could be potential witnesses to future
crimes. Encourage them to call 911
to report persons or vehicles in your
construction site after normal work
hours or on weekends. The Sheriff's
Office will respond promptly to
investigate.
•If you live near a construction site,
call 911 if you see or hear anything
suspicious around it, especially after
normal work hours and during the
night, even if the person or vehicle
looks like it might be associated to
the site
-Be a good witness! If you can safely
do so, obtain a license plate and
suspect description before you call
911.
Captain Terry Calderone, Commander, West Valley Division
Santa Clara County Sheriffs Office
1601 S. De Anza Blvd
Cupertino CA 95014
(408) 868 -6600 business hours only
Name of Owner /Primary Contact:
BRAND
SERIAL NUMBER
MODEL
DESCRIPTION (identifying marks, etchings, color)
Crimes
2005
2006
2007
2008
Robbery
1
4
5
0
Residential Burglaries
78
59
76
64
Commercial Burglaries
24
25
25
31
Auto Burglaries
51
36
43
71
Grand Theft
88
55
69
74
Auto Thefts
16
13
16
12
Identity Thefts
0
38
62
76
Vandalism
60
85
103
84
Assaults
18
35
22
13
Sexual Assaults
12
13
10
9
Muni Code Violations
24
58
61
81
Parking Enforcement
136
146
143
123
Miscellaneous incidents
166
143
152
171
Suspicious Circumstances
976
1280
1116
1263
Suspicious Persons
134
122
109
462
Reported Crimes in Saratoga, 2005 -2008
ACTIVITY TRENDS (IN HOURS) FOR THE CONTRACT CITIES
1999 2000 2001 .2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 AVERAGE 2009
FOR 10 YRS 6 Months
CUPERTINO
GENERAL 34,590 33,479 32,091 33,532 34,306 34,846 35,525 33,580 38,505 39,844 35,030 23,740
DAY 6,348 6,859 7,042 5,990 6,498 6,707 6,601 5,825 6,559 6,878 6,531 4,293
EVENING 30 555 1,510 2,596 2,340 1,942 1,713 1,059 232 45 1,202 0
DUI 74 5 0 6 0 22 11 0
RESERVE 782 816 733 435 457 383 326 324 246 160 466 100
DETECTIVE 4,222 6,114 7,770 7,227 5,394 5,513 4,631 4,571 5,466 5,580 5,649 2,565
SUMMARY 45,972 47,823 49,220 49,780 48,995 49,396 48,796 45,365 51,008 52,529 48,888 30,698
SARATOGA
GENERAL 19,014 18,896 18,503 18,995 18,641 19,033 19,534 19,678 19,695 20,772 19,276 12,149
DAY 1,977 1,783 4,946 6,339 6,353 4,622 4,635 3,119 3,404 3,423 4,060 1,997
EVENING 1,670 1,271 765 145 71 46 97 57 4 1 413 0
DUI 21 0 0 0 0 2 1
RESERVE 340 292 412 284 222 306 158 101 98 91 230 73
DETECTIVE 1,984 2,120 2,320 2,629 2,063 1,796 2,592 1,937 1,760 1,992 2,119 1,590
SUMMARY 24,985 24,362 26,967 28,392 27,349 25,803 27,016 24,892 24,961 26,279 26,101 15,810
LOS ALTOS HILLS
GENERAL 5,321 5,454 5,1.93 5,270 5,438 5,145 5,338 4,793 5,455 5,489 5,290 3,229
DAY 43 60 54 84 84 47 36 61 26 24 52 17
EVENING 10 38 52 29 26 17 18 3 0 19 0
DUI 6 0 0 0 0 1 0
RESERVE 22 42 17 5 8 23 13 8 6 10 15 1
DETECTIVE 566 265 491 522 301 662 480 730 493 468 498 181
SUMMARY 5,952 5,831 5,799 5,933 5,861 5,903 5,884 5,610 5,983 5,991 5,875 3,428
UNINCORPORATED
GENERAL 13,660 12,143 12,586 12,869 18,169 18,312 15,444 14,696 14,163 15,070 14,711 9,633
DAY 91 62 96 221 230 452 153 78 179 235 180 104
EVENING 279 69 51 130 230 34 16 24 6 3 84 0
DUI 29 0 0 0 0 3 0
RESERVE 403 457 464 261 248 284 172 139 106 75 261 58
DETECTIVE 31,014 22,772 20,933 21,662 21,828 18,027 21,645 20,419 21,495 21,792 22,159 9,409
SUMMARY 45,447 35,503 34,159 35,143 40,706 37,109 37,430 35,356 35,949 37,175 37,398 19,204
CUPERTINO
GENERAL
DAY
EVENING
DUI
RESERVE
DETECTIVE
SUMMARY
SARATOGA
GENERAL
DAY
EVENING
DUI
RESERVE
DETECTIVE
SUMMARY
LOS ALTOS HILLS
GENERAL 488,740
DAY 3,851
EVENING
DUI
RESERVE 749
DETECTIVE 46,662
SUMMARY 540,002
UNINCORPORATED
GENERAL
DAY
EVENING
DUI
RESERVE
DETECTIVE
SUMMARY
1999 2000 2001 2002
ACTIVITY TRENDS (IN DOLLARS) FOR THE CONTRACT CITIES
1,254,685 1,107,778 1,169,892 1,292,797 1,874,340 1,913,920 1,786,367
8,193 5,514 8,733 21,815 23,472 46,537 17,457
25,706 6,313 4,779 13,137 5,465 3,592 1,876
2,740 0
13,448 15,923 16,439 10,014 9,368 9,588 5,690
2,556,494 1,939,292 2,030,485 2,130,852 2,462,244 1,820,228 2,463,241
3,858,526 3,074,820 3,233,068 3,468,615 4,374,889 3,793,865 4,274,631
2003 2004 2005 2006. 2007 2008 AVERAGE 2009
FOR 10 YRS 6 Months
3,177,052 3,054,324 2,982,870 3,368,659 3,538,931 3,642,106 4,109,193 4,036,291 4,927,826 5,426,389
577,692 631,536 634,170 600,822 669,374 661,006 750,694 696,029 814,269 904,124
2,825 52,231 139,323 266,358 245,893 195,454 198,299 129,475 29,405 6,040
6,794 503 0 740 0 2,969
26,057 28,439 25,950 16,730 17,282 12,939 10,803 12,937 10,284 6,615
348,055 520,675 753,642 710,887 608,454 556,656 526,991 530,438 676,063 643,044
4,131,681 4,287,205 4,542,749 4,963,456 5,079,935 5,068,664 5,595,980 5,405,910 6,457,847 6,989,181
1,746,456 1,723,894 1,719,885 1,908,225 1,922,930 1,989,284 2,259,545 2,124,872 2,520,520 2,828,993
178,287 159,732 451,250 625,900 645,898 476,306 529,114 368,449 428,611 457,891
154,059 116,371 71,545 14,681 7,324 4,849 11,268 6,870 450 137
2,008 0 50 0 0
11,337 10,177 14,570 10,899 8,384 10,318 5,243 4,041 4,109 3,767
163,581 180,532 225,025 258,587 232,639 181,297 295,023 224,740 217,633 239,987
2,253,720 2,190,706 2,484,283 2,818,292 2,817,175 2,662,054 3,100,193 2,729,022 3,171,323 3,530,775
497,533 482,683 529,399 561,002 537,755 617,396 576,171 698,123 747,564
5,360 4,922 8,327 8,531 4,806 4,132 7,147 3,217 3,222
938 3,574 5,288 3,012 2,751 1,975 2,197 386 0
531 0 0 0. 0
1,457 594 195 322 764 428 336 237 406
22,589 47,595 51,300 33,942 66,834 54,567 84,758 60,938 65,599
527,877 539,899 594,509 606,809 612,910 678,498 670,609 762,901 816,791
1,766,413
9,266
2,922
0
5,536
2,369,394
4,153,531
1,812,578 2,052,336
22,485 31,420
794 343
0 0
4,420 3,096
2,658,690 2,384,156
4,498,967 4,471,351
3,826,364 3,415,977
693,972 614,109
126,530 0
1,101 0
16,804 4,578
587,491 327,475
5,252,261 4,362,139
2,074,460
432,144
38,755
206
8,285
221,904
2,775,754
1,748,128
282,666
0
106
3,317
203,017
2,237,234
573,637 464,652
5,351 2,432
2,012 0
53 0
549 46
53,478 23,083
635,080 490,213
1,603,111 1,386,039
19,489 14,672
6,493 0
274 0
9,352 2,656
2,281,508 1,201,016
3,920,226 2,604,383
City Population Officers Officers per Capita Rank per Capita Ratio Violent Crimes Property Crimes Total Crime Index Rank per Crime Index Crime per 1000 Pop. Budget Budget per Capita x 1000
Atascadero 27,327 30 1 /910 15 110 696 806 8 29.5 $4,589,340 5168
Benicia 27,252 49 1 556 9 67 480 547 3 20 510,088,231 5370
Burlingame 27,703 57 1 /486 3 64 1,003 1067 14 38.5 $7,996,550 $289
Calexico 32,892 58 1 /567 10 62 1,119 1181 15 35.9 55,311,898 5161
Dublin 35,991 47 1 /766 14 83 806 889 12 24.7 $11,478,792 5319
Foster City 29,199 54 1 540 7 34 405 439 1 15 $7,857,955 5269
Goleta 28,851 43 1 /671 12 43 490 533 2 18.5 $2,949,303 5102
La Veme 33,386 63 1 530 6 96 887 983 13 29.4 50
Lawndale 32,865 25 1 1314 16 201 684 885 11 26.9 $4,017,037 5122
Maywood 29,083 55 1 529 5 153 418 571 4 19.6 56,551,900 5225
Menlo Park 30,155 65 1 /464 2 78 779 857 10 28.4 $7,180,944 5238
Monterey 30,306 70 1 433 1 186 1,305 1491 16 49.2 $10,956,706 $362
Pleasant Hill 34,250 65 1 527 4 136 1,962 2098 18 61.2 $8,924,768 5261
San Carlos 27,316 46 1 594 11 25 592 617 6 22.6 56,351,481 5233
San Pablo 31,399 58 1 /541 8 218 1785 2003 17 63.8 $7,898,196 $252
Santa Paula 29,212 39 1 749 13 61 669 730 7 25 54,572,782 5157
Cities similar to Saratoga
Foster City 29,199 54 1 540 4 34 405 439 2 15 $7,857,955 $269
Maywood 29,083 55 1 /529 3 153 418 571 4 19.6 $6,551,900 $225
Menlo Park 30,155 65 1 /464 2 78 779 857 6 28.4 $7,180,944 5238
Monterey 30,306 70 1 /433 1 186 1,305 1491 7 49.2 510,956,706 $362
San Pablo 31,399 58 1 541 5 218 1785 2003 8 63.8 57,898,196 5252
Santa Paula 29,212 39 1 749 6 61 669 730 5 25 $4,572,782 $157
Saratoga 31,592 16 1 /2037 7 8 265 273 1 9.1 53,967,940 $122
Santa Clara County Cities
Campbell 40,161 46 1 /873 9 66 1253 1319 12 34.7 $13,714,108 0341
Cupertino 55,551 30 1 1851 13 60 985 1045 4 20.1 $7,975,725 5144
'Gilroy 51,785 60 1 /863 8 181 1561 1742 14 38.7 519,441,481 $375
Los Altos 28,291 30 1 943 10 10 284 294 2 10.5 58,879,167 $313
Los Altos Hills 8,837 6 1 1472 12 11 88 99 3 12.4 5879,573 $99
Los Gatos 30,296 44 1 688 2 32 571 603 5 20.8 511,610,660 5383
Milpitas 69,419 91 1 763 5 195 2246 2441 13 37.0 522,743,038 $328
Morgan Hill 39,218 30 1 1307 11 50 949 999 8 37.6 511,021,374 5281
Mountain View 73,932 95 1 /778 6 263 1973 2236 9 31.1 $27,141,232 5367
Palo Alto 63,367 87 1 728 4 89 1947 2036 11 33.9 $29,810,000 $470
San Jose 989,496 1345 1 705 3 3379 22298 25677 7 27.8 $287,946,060 $291
Santa Clara 115,503 139 1/831 7 239 3263 3502 10 33.0 $43,599,067 $377
Saratoga 32,592 16 1 /2037 14 8 265 273 1 9.1 $3,967,940 $122
Sunnyvale 137,538 219 1 /628 1 161 2843 3004 6 22.6 $63,192,451 5460
City
Population*
Police Budget
Average Cost
per Resident
Total City Budget
Percent of City
Budget
Los Altos Hills
Saratoga
Monte Sereno***
Cupertino
Morgan Hill
Los Altos
San Jose
Campbell
Milpitas
Mountain View
Santa Clara
Gilroy
Los Gatos
Palo Alto
Sunnyvale
Unincorporated
Incorporated
County Total
Average Costs Per Resident for Police Services
and
Percent of City Budget Allocated to Law Enforcement Services
8,837
32,592
3,579
55,551
39,218
28,291
989,496
40,161
69,419
73,932
115,503
51,785
30,296
63,367
137,538
99,122
1,739,565
1.838.687
Fiscal Year 2007 -2008
879,573
3,967,940
426,090
7,975,725
11, 021, 374
8,879,167
287,946,060
13, 714,108
22,743,038
27,141, 232
43,599,067
19,441,481
11,610,660
29,810,000
63,192,451
99.53
121.75
119.05
143.57
281.03
313.85
291.00
341.48
327.62
367.11
377.47
375.43
383.24
470.43
459.45
Based on Santa Clara County Planning Office 2008 Population and Housing Estimates
Note: Data was obtained from city websites, phone surveys, and review of contracts.
4,220,275
16,372,997
2,847,848
49,216,000
25,124,350
26,556,348
1,031,779,500
34,272,558
71,563,803
84, 949, 344
136,027,000
47,763,207
30,692,897
139,185,000
269, 966, 702
The Sheriffs Office budget incorporates full costs associated with law enforcement services.
20.84%
24.23%
14.96%
16.21%
43.87%
33.44%
27.91%
40.01%
31.78%
31.95%
32.05%
40.70%
37.83%
21.42%
23.41%
The police budgets for Los Altos Hills, Saratoga, and Cupertino are based on the amounts specified in
the contractual agreements with the Sheriffs Office.
Monte Sereno's contract with Los Gatos Police Department for police services is for 80 hours per week only.
The police budget noted above is the flat rate for 80 hours.
Costs include both police and fire. Sunnyvale combines police and fire services under one department.
The above information may not reflect full costs, since expenditures related to law enforcement may be
budgeted under a separate funding source. For example, vehicle costs may be budgeted under Fleet
Operations rather than Police Services.
June 27, 2008
CAMPBELL
CUPERTINO
GILROY
LOS ALTOS
LOS ALTOS HILLS
LOS GATOS
MILPITAS
MONTE SERENO
MORGAN HILL
MOUNTAIN VIEW
PALO ALTO
SAN JOSE
SANTA CLARA
SARATOGA
SUNNYVALE (INCL. FIRE)
INCORPORATED
UNINCORPORATED
40,161
55,551
51,785
28,291
8,837
30,296
69,419
3,579
39,218
73,932
63,367
989,496
115,503
32,592
137,538
1,739,565
99,122
TOTAL COUNTY 1,838,687
COUNTY OF ALAMEDA
DUBLIN*
FREMONT
HAYWARD
NEWARK*
PLEASANTON*
Average Costs Per Citizen For Police Services
Fiscal Year 2008 -2009
46,934
213,512
149,673
44,119
69,532
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
13,714,108
7,975,725
19,441,481
8,879,167
879,573
11,610,660
22,743,038
426,090
11,021,374
27,141,232
29,810,000
287,946,060
43,599,067
3,967,940
63,192,451
12,987,231
57,261,481
56,528,563
14,127,869
24,947,815
341.48
143.57
375.43
313.85
99.53
383.24
327.62
119.05
281.03
367.11
470.43
291.00
377.47
121.75
459.45
276.71
268.19
377.68
320.22
358.80
9
4
11
7
1
13
8
2
5
10
15
6
12
3
14
*Projected budget, actual not located. Some calculated based on raised in previous years
INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM PUBLISHED BUDGETS ON THE INTERNET OR BY CALLING INDIVIDUAL CITIES
IF SERVICES ARE BUDGETED IN SEPARATE DEPARTMENTS WE WERE UNABLE TO PICK UP FULL COSTS.
e.g. VECHICLES COULD BE BUDGETED IN FLEET OPERATIONS AND NOT IN POLICE BUDGET.
SHERIFF'S BUDGET INCORPORATES FULL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH SERVICES.
FISCAL
POLICE
AVERAGE
COST PER
Rank Lowest to
CITY
POPULATION*
YEAR
BUDGET
CITIZEN
Highest
CAMPBELL
CUPERTINO
GILROY
LOS ALTOS
LOS ALTOS HILLS
LOS GATOS
MILPITAS
MONTE SERENO
MORGAN HILL
MOUNTAIN VIEW
PALO ALTO
SAN JOSE
SANTA CLARA
SARATOGA
SUNNYVALE (INCL. FIRE)
INCORPORATED
UNINCORPORATED
40,161
55,551
51,785
28,291
8,837
30,296
69,419
3,579
39,218
73,932
63,367
989,496
115,503
32,592
137,538
1,739,565
99,122
TOTAL COUNTY 1,838,687
COUNTY OF ALAMEDA
DUBLIN*
FREMONT
HAYWARD
NEWARK*
PLEASANTON*
Average Costs Per Citizen For Police Services
Fiscal Year 2008 -2009
46,934
213,512
149,673
44,119
69,532
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
FY 2008 -09
13,714,108
7,975,725
19,441,481
8,879,167
879,573
11,610,660
22,743,038
426,090
11,021,374
27,141,232
29,810,000
287,946,060
43,599,067
3,967,940
63,192,451
12,987,231
57,261,481
56,528,563
14,127,869
24,947,815
341.48
143.57
375.43
313.85
99.53
383.24
327.62
119.05
281.03
367.11
470.43
291.00
377.47
121.75
459.45
276.71
268.19
377.68
320.22
358.80
9
4
11
7
1
13
8
2
5
10
15
6
12
3
14
*Projected budget, actual not located. Some calculated based on raised in previous years
INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM PUBLISHED BUDGETS ON THE INTERNET OR BY CALLING INDIVIDUAL CITIES
IF SERVICES ARE BUDGETED IN SEPARATE DEPARTMENTS WE WERE UNABLE TO PICK UP FULL COSTS.
e.g. VECHICLES COULD BE BUDGETED IN FLEET OPERATIONS AND NOT IN POLICE BUDGET.
SHERIFF'S BUDGET INCORPORATES FULL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH SERVICES.
Response Times for Saratoga
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Saratoga- 2007
Saratoga 2006
Saratoga 2008
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Februa
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March
July
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October
November
May
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June
November
July
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August
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October
November
December
Avg
Total
Avg
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Caps
Time
Calls
Time
Calls
Time
Calk
lime
Calk
lime
Calls
Tune
Calls
1 Time Calls
Time CaOS
lime
Calk
Time
Calls
0
Time
Calk
1
1 6.16 2
97%
3.80
1
158%
2.83
2
212%
5.40
3
111%
4.91
4
122%
3.80
4
158%
5.29
2
113%
3.60
5
167 %1 3.56 10 169%
4.88 5
123%
3.03
3
198%
4.81
3
125%
4.34
44
138%
2
7.20 344
139°A
6.61
214
151%
6.48
230
154%
7.59
234
132%
6.13
232
163%
6.37
253
157%
6.25
261
160%
6.30
223
159 951 6.77 216 148%
6.80 260
147%
7.28
247
137%
6.33
279
158%
6.68
2993
150%
3
12.09 207
165%
11.01
136
182%
9.69
178
206%
10.63
192
188%
11.93
165
168%
11.89
198
168%
8.65
225
231%
11.63
231
172 95110.78 201 186%
10.89 204
184%
9.71
174
206%
12.56
180
159%
10.96
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Memo
City of Saratoga
City Clerk's Office
To: Mayor and City Councilmembers
From: Ann Sullivan, City Clerk
Date: February 18, 2009
Re: ITEM #11 Ordinance Regarding Terms for City Commissions
Attached is copy of the updated Ordinance Regarding Terms for City
Commissions Agenda Item #10.
ORDINANCE
AN ORDINANCE REGARDING TERMS FOR
CITY COMMISSIONS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Findings.
A. The City of Saratoga has established a number of commissions to advise the City
Council in reviewing, establishing, and implementing City policy in a number of
areas. Commissioners provide an invaluable service to the City and their
participation in these civic affairs goes to the very heart of representative
democracy at the local level.
B. The City Council has established common requirements regarding qualifications,
attendance, removal, vacancies, meetings, and rules of procedure for all City
Commissions including provisions to promote even staggering of Commission
terms.
C. In order to allow flexibility in providing for even staggering of Commission terms
the City Council may, from time to time, find it necessary to establish terms that
are shorter or longer than the standard term. Therefore, this ordinance amends the
Saratoga City Code to allow a Commissioner to be appointed to a term of greater
or less than four years in order to facilitate compliance with the term staggering
rules of the City Code.
Section 2. Adoption.
Section 2- 12.030 of the Saratoga City Code regarding Commissioner terms is hereby amended as
set forth below. Text to be inserted is shown in bold italics (example) and text to be deleted is
shown in strikeout (example).
2- 12.030 Term.
(a) Each Commissioner shall serve a term of four years unless an alternate term is
specified by the resolution or ordinance establishing the Commission.
(b) No Commissioner shall serve more than two full consecutive terms on a single
Commission. A partial term served as a result of an appointment to fill an unexpired term
is not considered a full term. A Commissioner who has served two full consecutive terms
on a Commission may not be reappointed to that Commission for at least one year
1 Ordinance No.
following the expiration of his or her term. The limitations set forth in this Subsection(b)
shall not apply to the Youth Commission.
(c) For each Commission, the terms of the Commissioners shall be staggered such that
each year the four year terms of approximately an equal number of the Commissioners
shall expire. Where a Commission has seven Commissioners, the terms of two
Commissioners shall expire each year except that in the year after the first six
Commission terms have expired, only one term shall expire. The limitations set forth in
this subsection (c) shall not apply to the Youth Commission.
(d) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section and section 2- 15.020 regarding
Planning Commissioner terms, where the terms of Commissioners on a Commission do
not comply with subsection (c) of this section, a Commissioner may be appointed to a
term of greater or less than four years for the purpose of making the terms of the
Commissioners on the Commission comply with subsection (c). No term shall be reduced
after a Commissioner is appointed to serve the term, except as otherwise provided by this
Code. For purposes of subsection (b) of this section, a term of less than four years
established pursuant to this paragraph is not a full term and a term that is more than four
years at the time of appointment pursuant to this subsection (d) is a single term. This
paragraph shall be of no further forcc and effect after December 31, 2006.
Section 3. Publication.
This Ordinance shall be published once in a newspaper of general circulation of the City
of Saratoga within fifteen days after its adoption.
[Continued on Next Page]
2 Ordinance No.
The foregoing Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the
City of Saratoga held on the day of 2009 and adopted by the following vote following a
second reading on the day of 2009:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
ANN SULLIVAN
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
RICHARD TAYLOR
CITY ATTORNEY
CHUCK PAGE
MAYOR, CITY OF SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA
3 Ordinance No.
Memo
City of Saratoga
City Clerk's Office
To: Mayor and City Councilmembers
From: Ann Sullivan, City Clerk
Date: February 18, 2009
Re: ITEM #10 FY2009 /10 Community Development Block Grant
Community Grant Funding Applications
Attached is correspondence submitted to City Hall Regarding FY2009 /10
Community Development Block Grant Community Grant Funding
Applications Agenda Item #10.
DATE: 1/20/09
BUDGET
Please refer to the Application Instructions Sheet for details on the following questions. Please limit your
answers to one paragraph per question
1) Applicant Organization /Agency Name: Shady Shakespeare Theatre Company
Agency Address: PO BOX 520 Santa Clara, CA 95052
Executive Director: Dinna Myers
Phone: 408 -569 -0360 Fax: E -Mail: dinna(azshadyshakes.org
Agency is a Faith Based Organization: Yes X No
2) Program Title: Free Shakespeare in Sanborn Park
Program Address: Sanborn- Skyline Park 16055 Sanborn Rd, Saratoga, CA 95070
Contact Person /Title: Dinna Myers Managing Director
Phone: 408 -569 -0360 Fax: E -Mail: dinna@a,shadyshakes.org
3) City of Saratoga /CDBG funds requested in the past: None
4) City of Saratoga /CDBG funds received in the past: None
5) Program description and number of unduplicated clients served: SSTC produces 22
performances of 2 Shakespearian plays in Sanborn- Skyline County Park in Saratoga each summer. In
2009 we will be producing Richard III and As You Like It from August 7 September 13 Thursday
through Sunday evenings at 7pm, free to the public. While our core audience comes primarily from
Saratoga, Monte Sereno, Los Gatos, Cupertino, Campbell, Sunnyvale, and San Jose, there are also a
number of people who travel in from the East Bay, Peninsula, and San Francisco. Because SSTC strives
to make its work attainable to persons of all educational and cultural backgrounds, our audiences mirror
the diversity of the Silicon Valley itself. As performances are free to the public, SSTC is able to provide
a quality theatrical experience to everyone, regardless of socioeconomic standing. Our services are of
special interest to families who would not ordinarily be able to expose their children to the magic of live
theatre without our summer program. SSTC's 2008 productions of Twelfth Night and The Comedy of
Errors were attended by approximately 4200 people, 17% of who were children under the age of 18.
6) Program purpose and objectives: SSTC is a 501(c)3 corporation committed to providing
Silicon Valley residents the opportunity to experience the performing arts and to building community
through cultural participation. Our particular brand of theatre demystifies the rich and challenging
language of Shakespeare without dumbing it down, bringing people from all walks of life together to
enjoy one of the most significant playwrights of all -time. Not charging for tickets puts SSTC at a
significant disadvantage. We must rely heavily on public giving and corporate and private foundations
to keep the dream of free Shakespeare alive. It is for this reason that we have come to the City of
Saratoga to request support for our core program, Free Shakespeare in the Park. In this particular
economy, we anticipate foundation support and individual giving to be down significantly. And yet,
there is a greater need for our programs than ever. Thousands of families will be counting on programs
like ours to keep art and culture affordable in our community. Specific to this request, the objective is to
increase awareness of our program with Saratoga residents and develop a larger Saratoga audience. The
funds provided will go toward direct mail and print advertising in Saratoga. Increasing awareness of our
BUDGET
programs in the Saratoga community should lead to audience development, stronger community
investment, and increased volunteerism.
7) Program management: Shady Shakespeare is run entirely by volunteers. The Artistic Director,
Larry Barrott, is responsible for maintaining artistic integrity and the quality of the experience for both
the participants and the public. The Artistic Director selects programming, interfaces with other theatre
and arts groups, chooses artistic staff, and oversees the artistic ensemble. The Managing Director, Dinna
Myers, is responsible for the business aspects of the organization such as marketing and public relations,
fundraising, grant writing, volunteer development, organizational development, and production
management. Fiscal and program oversight is provided by the Board of Directors. In 2008, we were
pleased to engage approximately 60 community volunteers. Their duties included set, prop, and costume
construction, technical operation, fundraising, marketing, house management, concession sales,
ushering, graphic and website design, and event management.
8) Agency description and experience: SSTC was founded by Dinna Myers and Sara Betts in
1999. For the first three years, the company performed one play each summer in a variety of locations in
the South Bay and Peninsula and we charged for tickets. In 2002, SSTC moved to Sanborn- Skyline
County Park in Saratoga and began making performances free to the public. In 2005, SSTC expanded
its programming to performing two plays in repertory. In 2009, we are expanding from 18 to 22 free
performances each summer. SSTC's mission is as follows.
Shakespeare: To be a proponent of the works of William Shakespeare and to make these works
accessible to people from all walks of life. To be the voice of Shakespeare in a modern society,
and to bring the universal messages of his work to the people of the Silicon Valley.
Artistry: To provide an environment that nurtures, fulfills, educates, and excites theatrical artists
while allowing them to further their artistic and personal goals.
Excellence: To create experiences that push the envelope of theatrical performance, inspire
audiences, incite personal reflection, and challenge paradigms.
Strength: To maintain an artistic organization that enhances the quality of life in the Bay Area,
is an asset to the community it serves, and is valued by that community. To be the kind of
organization that compels people to become involved in and contribute to its workings.
Diversity: To encourage and demonstrate cultural diversity by providing opportunities to all
artists and volunteers without regard to race, creed, or gender. To support economic diversity by
making art available to people of all economic and sociological backgrounds.
Responsibility: To be a responsible member of the artistic, environmental, and economic
community.
9) Audit information: Shady Shakespeare Theatre Company is too small to have its financials
professionally audited. Our entire budget for the 2009 fiscal year is only $88,000.00. I have provided a
Profit and Loss Statement from 2008, generated by Quicken, for your perusal.
10) Sources of funds anticipated for this project: Shady Shakespeare's fiscal year budget for 2009
is approximately $88,000.00. Since we do not charge our patrons for tickets, we must seek other sources
of funding. SSTC holds many fundraising events throughout the year, including a Poker Tournament,
direct mail campaigns, and Benefit Gala. We sell merchandise and concessions at each performance and
the actors pass the hat at performances. Giving by theatergoers is. approximately $3.00 per capita. SSTC
is funded in part by Arts Council Valley, Target Stores, Adobe, and the Kvamme Foundation. In 2009
we are also requesting support from the Bayer Health Foundation. None of these grantors provide
multiyear support, so we are never sure from year to year if we will receive funding. Since our
BUDGET
performances are free -to- the public, we rely entirely on the generosity of the business and philanthropic
community to keep Shakespeare alive in the Silicon Valley. We have attached a full budget for 2009
that details all projected revenue streams.
11) Budget: SSTC only has one program and our program budget is the same as the budget for the
organization. The attached worksheet does not provide an accurate depiction of SSTC's finances. I
have attached our full FY09 budget for your perusal.
12) Performance Measurements: SSTC's specific goal for this request is to increase awareness of
Free Shakespeare in Sanborn Park among Saratoga residents, develop Saratoga audiences, and increase
participation in the organization by Saratoga residents. Worksheet is Attached.
13) Outreach: SSTC markets its productions in a variety of media.
SSTC website at http: /www.shadyshakes.org,
Local event websites such as with Artsopolis, Gold Star, Eventbee, and online calendars with
the Mercury News, Metro, and Wave Magazines.
Monthly e -mail newsletters
Print advertisements in five of the Community Newspapers
Postcard mailing to people who have attended previous productions. Traditionally we share
mailing lists with other theatre companies as well to reach new audiences of proven art
buyers. We are requesting this particular grant to do a special mailing to every Saratoga
Resident.
Flyers are distributed by company members, volunteers and various organizations which
support the arts.
Every attempt is made to engage the broadcast and print media where possible through press
releases.
14) Leveraging:
In 2008, only 12% of SSTC' income was from grants totaling $7,378.00. We received
$2,378.00 from the Arts Council Silicon Valley and $5,000.00 from the Kvamme
Foundation.
In 2009 we are requesting a total of $24,500.00 from 7 organizations, which is approximately
25% of our budget.
o We have requested and received $5,000.00 from Adobe for a new corporate
marketing brochure..
o We have requested $5,000.00 from the Saratoga Rotary for a new Pipe and Drape
System for our Education program. We will be notified if we are funded in March.
o We will be applying to the Arts Council Silicon Valley on March 2 and expect to
receive around $2,000.00 in June.
o Each March we request $2,000.00 from Target Stores and that funding arrives in
October if it is approved.
o We have just submitted a request to the Kvamme Foundation for $5,000.00, which
has no set deadline for giving.
o We have just submitted to the Bayer Health Foundation for $5,000.00 and will know
the results in 45 days.
It is important to understand that the arts are funded differently that health and human
services. Funding is scarce and highly competitive. Shady Shakespeare designs its budget to
be flexible in the event that we are not funded by a particular foundation. For instance, if we
BUDGET
are not funded by the Saratoga Rotary for the Pipe and Drape System, we will not purchase
the system until we have secured specific funding for it from some other source.
15) Cost Benefit Analysis:
Total Program Cost: $88,000.00
Total Attendees to Free Shakespeare in Sanborn Park: 4200
Total Cost Per Client: Approximately $21.00 per capita
Total Amount of Funding Requested: $2,500.00
Percentage of Total Cost Requested for Funding: 3%
16) Target Beneficiaries:
Total Estimated Saratoga Residents Served: 250
Total Estimated Percentage of our Audience that are Saratoga Residents: 6%
Because we are a performing arts organization, we do not have information concerning our
audience's income. However, the purpose of our program is to make the performing arts
available and affordable to low income households.
BUDGET
AGENCY NAME:
PROGRAM NAME:
BUDGET
Date Prepared:
BUDGET WORKSHEET
SPECIFIC
ACTIVITIES
Jul Sep
Oct Dec
Jan Mar
Apr Jun
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT WORKSHEET
GOAL:
SSTC's specific goal for this request is to increase awareness of Free Shakespeare in Sanborn Park
among Saratoga residents, develop Saratoga audiences, and increase participation in the
organization by Saratoga residents.
OBJECTIVE (1):
Create a direct mail campaign to Saratoga
households informing them of our 2009 Season
of Free Shakespeare in Sanborn Park.
OUTCOME (1):
Increase overall attendance at our performances
in 2009.
We are hoping to double the Saratoga and
Monte Sereno segment of our audience
OBJECTIVE (2):
New audiences are asked to sign up on our
company mailing list. Mailing list members will
be informed of performances and events as well
as volunteer opportunities.
OUTCOME (2):
Increase community investment by Saratoga
residents by informing them of volunteer and
donor investor opportunities.
Better community involvement should lead to a
stronger organization with better fundraising
power o support its programs.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
AGENCY NAME: Shady Shakespeare Theatre Company Date Prepared: 1/20/09
PROGRAM NAME: Free Shakespeare in Sanborn Park
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
City Clerk [Ann Sullivan]
From: Waltonsmith [waltonsmith @comcast.net]
Sent: Sunday, February 15, 2009 10:14 AM
To: Dave Anderson; Susie Nagpal; City Clerk [Ann Sullivan]; Chuck Page; Debbie
Bretschneider; Howard Miller; Jill Hunter; 'Kathleen King'
Cc: Bunyard George; Huff Susan
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Red
Attachments: letter to CC 2- 13- 09.doc
February 13, 2009
Dear City Council:
I am writing in support of SASCC, Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council's request for CDBG
grant money from the City of Saratoga for help in funding its Adult Care Center budget. The Adult
Care Center is part of the services that SASCC provides to older adults in Saratoga. The service is
housed in the City of Saratoga's Joan Pisani Community Center.
As a Psychologist, I recently went through some professional training on Alzheimer's disease (AD) and
Memory Loss through UC San Francisco's Memory and Aging Center. Perhaps the single greatest
obstacle for maintaining a healthy brain in older adults and for their living an independent life is AD and
other types of dementia, all organic diseases of the brain. I learned that AD and other types of dementia
are approaching epidemic proportions, growing as the population ages due to increasing longevity.
Studies solely on Alzheimer's disease indicate that by the age of 60, 5% of older adults are showing AD
symptoms and by the age of 80, 50% of older adults are showing symptoms. In addition, the rates for
more rare forms of dementia are increasing.
Because Saratoga has a growing population of aging adults and because the rate of degenerative diseases
including Alzheimer's disease is increasing, I urge the City Council to not only continue but to increase
the monetary support that it gives to the SASCC Adult Care Center.
Other organizations, such as local churches, may be focusing on this growing problem also, but the City
of Saratoga must do its part, too. SASCC is seen by the community as the City's only service outlet to
seniors or older adults. The frail and elderly Saratogans are our most vulnerable and hidden citizens.
They need the City's help.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Aim Waltonsmith
SASCC
Board of Directors
2/18/2009
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City Clerk [Ann Sullivan]
From: bullis @msn.com
Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 2009 4:31 PM
To: marilyn.roaf @ci.gilroy.ca.us; City Clerk [Ann Sullivan]
Cc: Issaltman @hotmail.com; crivera @gfc- corp.org; msolis @yuaikai.org;
jimbokukla @sbcglobal.net; bullis @msn.com; damamafor @aol.com; seemabob @aol.com;
ircal811 @sbcglobal.net; szegop @yahoo.com; plutofish @aol.com; heleneh300 @hotmail.com;
fentspost @verizon.net; dickschuster @netzero.net; vmcloud @ihcscv.org;
frances.grammer @asm.ca.gov; alutz @hotmail.com; councilmemberronswegles @yahoo.com;
pearlc8 @msn.com; marthab @svilc.org; ojsor @earthlink.net; munozc @macsa.org;
muata @stanfordalumni.org; mtorres @scccoa.org; jew100 @earthlink.net;
annemmack @earthlink.net; karensepa @earthlink.net; aelucero@aol.com;
shan @debmusic.com; vsilva @ci.sunnyvale.ca.us; c112628 @att.net;
jreid @californiaalliance.org; wmukoyama @yuaikai.org; mike2micki @aol.com;
marsha.adler @bos.sccgov.org; jbpro100 @earthlink.net; whale @ccsj.org;
dwilson @avenidas.org; mgriggs @avenidas.org; lurie2 @sbcglobal.net;
hlandsman @avenidas.org; sbates @ci.santa clara.ca.us; kmorrison @csacares.org;
john.timbs @alz.org; ybeltran @csacares.org; mwadkins @csacares.org;
su "san weisberg @yahoo.com; jtajima @avenidas.org; nnoldon @paloaltohousingcorp.org;
genevieve.callahan @va.gov; vivsilva @aol.com; mbenkhin @midpen housing.org;
dparker @hospicevalley.org; jevans @avenidas.org; dpollak @santaclaraca.gov;
barnoldussen @ccsj.org; dstagner @momentummh.org; tnguyen @csacares.org;
karengo @cupertino.org; ngomez @csacares.org
Subject: Comment re. CDBG Funds Ombudsman
Attachments: OMBCounties_beds_2007.doc; MAYOR.doc; Mike's Letter_modified.doc;
OMBBudgetCrisis_OmbSCC_v2.doc; OMBbusinessjournal_article.doc;
OM BPress Release on Ombudsman Cuts.doc
To the Cities of Saratoga and Gilroy,
I will be unable to attend your meeting tonight. I have attached information in support of your
funding the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program. Included are comments written by Sunnyvale
City Council Member, Ron Swegles, and a letter written by Mike Torres of the Council on Aging on
behalf of our Advisory Council.
Thank you for your service and consideration.
Sincerely,
Boo Strauss Bullis
Member of The Advisory Council of the Silicon .Valley Council on Aging
2/18/2009
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*Data as of October 2007
PSA 1 42 Facilities
Del Norte, Humboldt Counties 1,326 Beds
PSA 2
Lassen, Modoc, Shasta,
PSA 3
Butte, Colusa, Glenn,
Plumas, Tehama Counties
PSA 4 708 Facilities
Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, 18,480 Beds
Auburn, Sierra /Nevada Counties
Sierra, Sutter, Yolo, Yuba /Sutter Counties
West Sacramento
PSA 5
Marin County 67 Facilities
3,027 Beds
PSA 6
City and County of San Francisco
PSA 7
Contra Costa County
91 Facilities
2,375 Beds
82 Facilities
3,082 Beds
122 Facilities
6,698 Beds
473 Facilities
9,295 Beds
PSA 8
San Mateo County
PSA 9
Alameda County
PSA 10
Santa Clara County
PSA 11
San Joaquin County
PSA 12
Alpine, Amador, Calaveras,
Mariposa, Tuolumne Counties
PSA 13
Santa Cruz, San Benito Counties
PSA 14
Fresno, Madera Counties
PSA 15 77 Facilities
Kings, Tulare Counties 3,083 Beds
PSA 16
Inyo, Mono Counties
211 Beds
332 Facilities
7,436 Beds
431 Facilities
12,940 Beds
420 Facilities
13,385 Beds
111 Facilities
5,232 Beds
22 Facilities
1,108 Beds
50 Facilities
2,369 Beds
237 Facilities
7,361 Beds
3 Facilities
PSA 17 (C) 95 Facilities
San Luis Obispo County 2,032 Beds
PSA 17A
Santa Barbara County
PSA 18
Ventura County
PSA 19/25
Los Angeles County and City
PSA 20
San Bernardino County
PSA 21 561 Facilities
Riverside County 13,594 Beds
PSA 22
Orange County
PSA 23
San Diego County
PSA 24
Imperial County
PSA 26
Lake, Mendocino Counties
PSA 27
Sonoma County
141 Facilities
4,580 Beds
217 Facilities
6,858 Beds
1,878 Facilities
76,812 Beds
304 Facilities
11,412 Beds
1,010 Facilities
26,988 Beds
726 Facilities
25,964 Beds
7 Facilities
466 Beds
33 Facilities
1,118 Beds
183 Facilities
4,351 Beds
PSA 28 176 Facilities
Solano County 3,512 Beds
PSA 28A
Napa County
48 Facilities
2,111 Beds
PSA 29
40 Facilities
El Dorado County
695 Beds
PSA 30
96 Facilities
Stanislaus County
4,506 Beds
PSA 31
Merced County
41 Facilities
1,067 Beds
PSA 32
Monterey County
82 Facilities
2,602 Beds
PSA 33
Kern County
119 Facilities
3,835 Beds
MAYOR, VICEMAYOR AND COUNCIL.
I am here tonight to advise you of an injustices that is
happing to senior that are living in nursing homes. You
may know that the Ombudsman Program has been almost
eliminated due to cut backs in both the State and some
Cities. I have given you all information in regards to what
the Ombudsman Program is all about and how it protect
Seniors but would like to share that information with
those that might not know what their purpose is.
One of the main purposes for this program is for them to
make surprise visits to Nursing Homes to see how their
residents are being taken care of. If everything is fine
that's great and they go on to their next visit. If they find
problems they can give warnings and make repeat visits as
needed or they can fine the Home if the problem is severe
enough. With little or no funding the Ombudsman Person
they can not do their job. So there is no control over what
type of treatment the residents receive. The Council on
Aging Advisory Committee asks you to please look closely
at your budget and extend as much funding as you
possibly can to this program. We know that cutbacks are
happening all over and we also know that sometimes it's
hard to make a decision as to what program should get
what funds. Please, when you start to think of the pluses
and minuses, think of the elderly that, without
Ombudsman, will have no one to check on them and make
sure they are being treated fairly. If any of you have a
relative or friend in a Nursing Home you know how some
are good and some are bad. We want to make sure they're
more good ones than bad ones. We thank you for your
consideration and have a good day.
The Honorable Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
State Capitol Building
Sacramento, CA 95814
Re: State Cuts to Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
Dear Governor Schwarzenegger:
I am writing to protest the recent elimination state funding for the Long Term Care
Ombudsman program. The complete elimination of these funds immediately imperils the
health and safety of over 250,000 at -risk California citizens.
The Ombudsman program investigates elder abuse and neglect in California's 10,000 nursing
homes and assisted living facilities. Over 250,000 Californians live in these facilities, many
without family, friends, or other advocates to speak on their behalf. The Ombudsman
program gives a voice to those who cannot protect themselves.
Abuse and neglect of seniors in our community is at an all -time high. A report by the
Department of Health and Human Services just 2 months ago reported that over 90% of
nursing homes nationally violated federal laws'. California is even worse. 99% of nursing
homes in our state violated laws protecting the safety of their residents. We should be
working to hold these facilities accountable, not eliminating their only oversight.
California's budget crisis has made cuts to important programs an unfortunate reality. These
cuts, however, should never take advantage of a silent and vulnerable population. Please
reconsider the health, safety, and dignity of California's most frail and isolated population. I
urge you to restore funding for the Long Term Care Ombudsman program.
Sincerely,
Impact of State Budget Cuts to the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
of Santa Clara County
For more information about the issues facing seniors in Long Term Care please contact:
Wanda Hale, Coordinator, Ombudsman Program, Santa Clara County
Catholic Charities 408- 325 -5269
What are the Risks to these Vulnerable Residents in Nursing Homes?
The cuts to the program will leave seniors in long term care with no one to advocate for them. Rather than viewing
this as just dollars or data it is important to remember these vulnerable people are your loved ones.
Please understand that most residents are unable to report abuse. For example, if a six -bed board care has
residents with dementia who seldom have visitors, who will report the abuse? Recently one of our Ombudsmen went
to one of these homes for a routine quarterly visit. She knocked on the door and a resident who has dementia let her
in. The Ombudsman observed that the door did not have the required alarm to warn a caregiver that a resident was
"wandering" or leaving the facility and at risk of walking into traffic. The other residents in the home also had
dementia; the Ombudsman could not find the caregiver on the premises! The Ombudsman immediately called the
owner and then licensing to report the incident. Because of this phone call by the Ombudsman, the caregiver was
replaced with a responsible care giver who (hopefully) would not leave the residents with dementia alone and in
harms way.
It is not uncommon for an Ombudsman to find medication and/or toxic cleaning fluids (i.e. Clorox bleach) unlocked
and in easy access to the residents, many who have dementia. Who will help ensure a thirsty resident, one who does
not have capacity and the ability to distinguish Clorox from apple juice, from dying a horrible death after drinking a
glass of bleach? If an Ombudsman visits this facility only one time per year, who will know if the care giver keeps
medication and toxins locked, provides the residents with appropriate and healthy meals, or takes care of their
physical needs (showers, dresses them, etc.) care that cost a senior from $2,500 $10,000 per month?
When an Ombudsman visits a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) they often find staff shortages that leave residents
unattended and laying in their urine and feces for hours (or all night). This is not only a dignity issue but the
exposure breaks down tissue and pressure/bedsores develop. If the bedsores do not receive medical attention the
resident is at a great risk of dying from infection. But a facility can save a lot of money and profit from improper
staffing in their facility, what's another death.
Unfortunately these are weekly if not daily occurrences that the Ombudsman observes while visiting facilities.
What does the LTC Ombudsman Program do for Seniors?
1) Answer and respond to all complaints in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and Residential Care Facilities
for the Elderly (RCFEs includes Assisted Living) in a timely manner
2) Visit all SNFs minimum 1 time per month (54 facilities) maintain a presence
3) Visit all RCFEs minimum 4 times per year (approx. 375 facilities) maintain a presence
4) Ombudsman identified problems
5) Respond to abuse complaints (SOC 341) from mandated reporters (SNFs, RCFEs, ARFs and DD)
6) 7.5 staff need 1 more F/T Field Ombudsman
7) Recruit and maintain/support volunteer Field Ombudsman
8) Witness and sign Advance Health Care Directives
Santa Clara County 07 08 LTC Ombudsman Program activity:
53 (Skilled) Nursing Facilities
1 Intermediate Care Facility
372 Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (Assisted Living) (356 in 2006 -07)
Over 13,000 long term care residents (over 12,000 in 2006 -07)
As of October 2008:
Santa Clara County has 5,215 beds in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and 8,152 beds in Residential Care
Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE aka: Assisted Living facilities and Board Care facilities), a total of 13,367
beds. The RCFE number does not include Independent Living facilities that are part of Continuing Care Retirement
Communities (CCRCs eg. the Hyatt or the Forum) or Adult Residential Facilities. If we receive a complaint (SOC
341) about a case of abuse in the "independent" part of the facility, we are obligated to investigate because the
facilities are licensed. Only 5 other State Ombudsman Programs investigate abuse in Independent living facilities.
We are mandated to investigate abuse in Adult Residential, facilities; this is an "unfunded" mandate.
Types of Complaints Investigated and Resolved by the Ombudsman Program 07 08
Total number of complaints: 1,776
Complaints: Top 5 categories investigated:
210 complaints ABUSE Physical, Sexual, Verbal/psychological, Financial, Gross Neglect, Resident -to-
resident (physical or sexual abuse)
317 complaints Resident Care Accidental injury of unknown origin, falls, improper handling, Failure to
respond to requests for assistance, Care plan/resident assessment (inadequate, failure to follow plan or
physicians orders), Contracture, Medications, Personal hygiene, Physician services, Pressure sores, Symptoms
not attended to (including pain, pain not managed, no notice to others about change in conditions), Toileting,
incontinent care, Tubes (neglect of catheter, NG tube), Wandering (failure to accommodate /monitor exit
seeking behavior)
404 complaints Autonomy, Choice, Preferences, Rights, Privacy Choice of Physician, Confinement
(illegally) Dignity, respect staff attitudes, Exercise preferences (choice /civil/religious /right to smoke), Right to
refuse care /treatment, Language barrier, Participate in care planning, Privacy (phone, visitors, couples, mail),
Privacy in treatment, Confidentiality, Response to complaints
220 complaints Environmental Air /environment: temperature and quality (heating, cooling, ventilation,
water, noise), Cleanliness, Pests, General housekeeping, Equipment/building (disrepair, hazard, poor lighting,
fire safety, not secure), Furnishing, Storage for residents, Infection control, Laundry (lost, condition), Odors,
Space for activities, dining, Supplies, linens
137 complaints Autonomy, Choice, Preferences, Rights, Privacy Choice of Physician, Confinement
(illegally) Dignity, respect staff attitudes, Exercise preferences (choice /civil/religious /right to smoke), Right
to refuse care /treatment, Language barrier, Participate in care planning, Privacy (phone, visitors, couples, mail),
Privacy m treatment, Confidentiality, Response to complaints
Budget Cuts: 565,184 (Total cost of program in 07 08)
Cuts to Ombudsman Staff:
Before cuts: 7.5 Staff Ombudsman (included 1- Intake /Administrative Assistant and 1 Program Coordinator
and 1 Data entry/contract manager)
After cuts: 1 Program Coordinator and 1 Data entry/contract manager to manage 15 23 volunteers
(Rate used by State Ombudsman program to determine staff ratio: 1 Ombudsman per 2,000 beds per the Core
Elements of the program 08- 0913,367 beds should have 6.75 Staff Ombudsmen)
Effect of Cuts to LTC Ombudsman Program
240,732 original State Federal Money (before cuts)
152,000 Money remaining in Ombudsman budget after State retro -cut (this total includes
current City Catholic Charities funding)
LTC Ombudsman Activity After to Funding Cuts
1) Answer and respond to all complaints in SNFs and RCFEs (as time permit or if even possible)
2) Visit all SNFs RCFEs minimum 1 time per year 54 facilities (23 volunteers who will each visit one
SNF) 21 SNFs and 375 RCFEs will be visited by 1 staff Ombudsman
Licensing Agencies:
SNFs California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Licensing visits one time in 17 months
or if they receive a complaint
RCFEs Community Care Licensing (CCL) visits 1 time in 5 -7 years
or if they receive a complaint
For more information about the issues facing seniors in Long Term Care please contact:
Wanda Hale, Coordinator, Ombudsman Program, Santa Clara County
Catholic Charities 408 325 -5269
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Wednesday, October 15, 2008 9:11 AM PDT 1 Modified: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 9:12 AM
Governor cuts funding for long term care ombudsman
program
Sacramento Business Journal by Kathy Robertson Staff writer
In a little publicized line -item veto last month, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger eliminated
state funding for California's long -term care ombudsman program.
The $3.8 million cut represents half the funding for ombudsman services. The program
investigates elder abuse and other complaints on behalf of 250,000 residents of
California's 1,300 nursing homes and more than 8,000 assisted living facilities.
"We are in a very difficult financial environment, as evidenced this week," said Sarah
Ludeman, spokeswoman for the California Department of Aging, which administers
the program. "Each area will try to do the best they can with the money left."
The cut came days after the federal government issued a report condemning conditions in
nursing homes.
In each of the past three years, over 91 percent of nursing homes surveyed nationwide were
cited for deficiencies, according to a Sept. 18 report by Inspector General Daniel Levinson.
In California, 99.1 percent of nursing homes had deficiencies in 2007 and California
nursing homes had an average of 11.8 deficiencies, second in the nation to Wyoming, which
had 12.3.
The most common deficiencies cited nationwide related to quality of care, resident
assessment and quality of life. Seventeen percent of nursing homes surveyed last year were
cited for deficiencies that posed actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
"This cut is absolutely devastating," said Pat McGinnis, executive director of California
Advocates for Nursing Home Reform, in San Francisco. "Some of these programs are
going to be closing."
The cut is retroactive to July 1, so some programs are already hurting because they have
spent money since that date, McGinnis said.
CALIFORNIA ADVOCATES FOR NURSING HOME REFORM
650 Harrison Street 2nd Floor .San Francisco, CA 94107 •415- 974 -5171 800 474 -1116 Fax 415- 777 -2904
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 9, 2008
Governor's Severe Cuts to Ombudsman Program
Expose Elders to Abuse and Neglect
San Francisco With the stroke of his pen, Governor Schwarzenegger has imperiled
250,000 nursing home and assisted living residents by eliminating all state funding for
California's long term care ombudsman program.
In a little publicized line item veto on September 23, 2008, the Governor cut $3.8 million
(100 percent of California state funds), which represents about half of all funding for
ombudsman services.
Since its inception three decades ago, the ombudsman program has investigated elder
abuse and other complaints on behalf of residents of California's 1,300 nursing homes
and more than 8,000 assisted living facilities. Many of the extraordinarily vulnerable
people living in long term care facilities have no family or friends who visit or advocate
for them.
Ombudsman staff and hundreds of state certified volunteers fill this void by making
regular visits to facilities and responding to residents' complaints and concerns. Their
frontline work has exposed countless incidents of neglect and abuse and often helps
residents protect important rights that might otherwise be ignored.
The severe cuts are having a devastating impact on the network of about three -dozen non-
profit and county agencies that provide ombudsman services throughout California.
Small programs in rural California are at risk of closing, while larger programs are
laying -off many staff and drastically reducing services. Due to the cuts, the programs are
unable to comply with various state mandates involving the protection of residents.
The California Department of Aging (CDA), which administers the ombudsman program
at the state level, is sitting on its hands while the infrastructure of local ombudsman
programs is being ripped apart. Perversely, the Governor maintained full funding for
CDA's state ombudsman office which provides no services to residents and hasn't
diverted any of its funds to support the local programs that serve residents.
more
The Governor gutted the ombudsman program just days after the federal
government issued its latest report condemning conditions in nursing homes. A
September 18, 2008 report by the Inspector General of the Department of Health and
Human Services reported that over 90 percent of nursing homes violated federal
standards last year and about 17 percent had deficiencies that caused actual harm or
immediate jeopardy to residents.
Conditions in California were even worse, where 99 percent of the nursing homes had
deficiencies.
Lack of money is not the problem. The Governor's new budget authorized another lavish
Medi -Cal rate increase for California's nursing homes, whose annual payments from
Medi -Cal have increased by more than $1 billion since he took office. He sought and
signed a multi hundred million dollar nursing home rate increase this year, and signed
legislation calling for 5 percent rate increases in each of the two following years.
Under Governor Schwarzenegger's budget, California's worst nursing homes some of
them operated by convicted criminals are guaranteed profits due to an unprecedented
profit component that pays nursing homes 8 percent of their labor costs to spend or
pocket as they wish.
"These appalling cuts speak volumes about Governor Schwarzenegger's lack of concern
for residents who are suffering from infected bedsores, malnutrition, physical and
chemical restraints, and many other types of mistreatment," said Patricia McGinnis,
CANHR's Executive Director. "We call on him to restore local ombudsman funding
immediately and strengthen oversight of all California long term care facilities."
For more information contact:
Pat McGinnis, Executive Director, CANHR
(415) 974 -5171 paten @canhr.org
Michael Connors, Advocate, CANHR
(626) 796 -6178 michael@,canhr.org
About CANHR: California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (CANHR), is a
statewide nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to improving the choices, care and
quality of life for California's long term care consumers. Through direct advocacy,
community education, legislation and litigation it has been CANHR's goal to educate and
support long term care consumers and advocates regarding the rights and remedies under
the law, and to create a united voice for long term care reform and humane alternatives to
institutionalization.
City Clerk [Ann Sullivan]
Thank you,
Chuck Page
Mayor
City of Saratoga
13777 Fruitvale Ave
Saratoga, CA 95070
(408) 257 -9334 office
From: Chuck Page
Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 2009 12:34 PM
To: Dave Anderson
Cc: City Clerk [Ann Sullivan]
Subject: FW: Presentation to Cities for Funding Ombudsman
Dave, I can't remember if I forwarded this to you or not. If I didn't, here it is, with a copy to Ann
S.
From: Shan Berry [mailto:shan @debmusic.com]
Sent: Thu 2/12/2009 5:15 AM
To: Chuck Page
Subject: Re: Presentation to Cities for Funding Ombudsman
Page 1 of 3
Hi Chuck,
I'm waiting for an outside answer to your first question re the application.
As I recall, I responded to a request for a volunteer to the SCC Council on Aging in 2006, was interviewed by
SASCC, and approved by the city council. I began serving in September 2006. Hope that helps.
Shan Berry
867 -6593
Original Message
From: Chuck Page
To: Shan Berry
Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2009 12:33 PM
Subject: Re: Presentation to Cities for Funding Ombudsman
Thank you, Shan. Did the ombudsman program folks complete an application for consideration of
a city grant like they did last year?
On another subject, can you please reply with your phone contact information? The city staff was
unaware that you were representing Saratoga on the SCC Council of Aging. It may be due to
turnover of city staff, and the information just didn't get recorded efficiently. Can you please tell
me when you started representing the city and if you were appointed by the city council or took
over for someone?
Thank you,
Chuck Page
2/18/2009
Mayor
City of Saratoga
(408) 839 -9555 mobile
Sent via BlackBerry by AT &T
From: "Shan Berry"
Date: Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:01:03 -0800
To: <cpage @saratoga.ca.us>
Subject: Fw: Presentation to Cities for Funding Ombudsman
Hi Chuck,
I'm forwarding some files I've received regarding funding of the Ombudsman program for the state of
California. This does impact Saratoga as well as all other cities. As you can read in the email below from Boo
Bullis, if you would like a presentation made to the city council, we would be happy to do so.
thanx,
Shan Berry
Santa Clara County Council on Aging Advisory Committee
Representing the City of Saratoga
Original Message
From: bullis @msn.com
To: Helene Hughes Shan Berry Dwight Collins Ron Swegles
Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 5:41 PM
Subject: Presentation to Cities for Funding Ombudsman
Hi Helene and Shan,
Thank you so much for planning to present a request for funding to the Cities of Mt. View and
Saratoga. Please let us know when the meetings will be and perhaps some of us will be able to
join you at the meetings.
Dwight Collins presented to the Sr. Care Commission Perhaps he would have some suggestions
on how he did it.
I've attached various files. Some are information from Wanda Hale about the Ombudsman
Program and how the cuts will impact the public, as well as some press releases. There are two
versions of Mike Torres's letter to the Governor, one for mayors and cities to send, and one for
citizens to send. I've also attached the two Ombudsman Ctte. reports.
Dwight, if you have written anything from your presentation that you would be willing to share
with the rest of us, it would be very much appreciated! Thank you so much for your energies and
leadership in this vein.
Same to you Ron Swegles, for approaching the City of Sunnyvale on this matter. Again, any tips
on presentation would be great.
Helene and Shan, please let us know when the meetings will take place to give others the
opportunity to also speak out on this matter and support you in your efforts.
Thank you so much!!!
Boo
2/18/2009
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2/18/2009
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City Clerk [Ann Sullivan]
From: bullis @msn.com
Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 2009 8:59 PM
To: City Clerk [Ann Sullivan]; Marilyn Roaf
Cc: Boo Bullis; Wanda Hale; Issaltman @hotmail.com; vsilva @ci.sunnyvale.ca.us;
c112628 @att.net; jreid @californiaalliance.org; ircal811 @sbcglobal.net;
wmukoyama @yuaikai.org; heleneh300 @hotmail.com; dickschuster @netzero.net;
mike2micki @aol.com; vmcloud @ihcscv.org; frances.grammer @asm.ca.gov;
marsha.adler @bos.sccgov.org; alutz @hotmail.com;
councilmemberronswegles @yahoo.com; pearlc8 @msn.com; ojsor @earthlink.net;
munozc @macsa.org; muata @stanfordalumni.org; mtorres @scccoa.org;
jew100 @earthlink.net; annemmack @earthlink.net; karensepa @earthlink.net;
jbpro100 @earthlink.net
Subject: Revised Comments
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Red
Attachments: CityCDBGRevised.doc
To the Cities of Saratoga and Gilroy,
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In my haste to get my comments emailed in time for your meetings, a few lines were sent that required
revision. Please accept my apologies and update my previous comments with the revised attachment.
Thanks for your help.
Boo Bullis
2/23/2009
To the Cities of Saratoga and Gilroy,
In my haste to get my comments emailed in time for your meetings, a few lines were sent
that required revision. Please accept my apologies and the update my previous comments
with what is written below.
I am writing to alert you to an urgent problem for patients and residents of nursing
homes and residential care facilities, and to seek your assistance. As you may know, in
September the Governor eliminated funding for the Long Term Care Ombudsman
Program which is the equivalent of Adult Protective Services and Child Protective
Services for our elderly and children in private residences. Perhaps the Governor thought
that the Licensing Department would be a sufficient resource to monitor care and
investigate violations. However, Licensing has already suffered cutbacks reducing their
ability to visit facilities to once every 5 years!
In the Sacramento Business Journal, October 15, 2008, writer Kathy Robertson reported
that a federal report showed that in 2007, 99.1 of California nursing homes had
deficiencies. Nationwide, "17% of nursing homes surveyed last year were cited for
deficiencies that posed actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents." Without the
Ombudsman presence our totally vulnerable citizens will be abandoned, isolated
and virtually unprotected.
July 1 The Ombudsman Program's contract is up for renewal with Catholic
Charities. Without additional funding their contract could be jeopardized. I have emailed
to you information to further detail what the loss of Ombudsman would mean to our
community.
Although we know that many worthy programs are struggling, and that coffers are low, I
request two actions to support the survival of The Ombudsman Program.
1. Please send a letter to The Governor on behalf of your city to request the
restoration of funding. The letter has been emailed to you.
2. Please allocate funding to The Ombudsman Program.
Thank you for your service and your consideration.
Sincerely,
Boo Bullis
Member of the Advisory Council to Silicon Valley Council on Aging
19655 Allendale Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
www.sascc.or;
Saratoga Area Senior
Coordinating Council
Susan Huff
Executive Director
Phone (408) 868 -1255
Fax (408) 868 -9546
e -mail: shuff @sascc.org
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Want to stay involved in the
world around them
Would benefit from a warm
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Less expensive than in -home
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Monday Friday
Main Program Hours
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Extended Hours
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Office Hours
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Saratoga Adult Care Center
P.O. Box 3033
19655 Allendale Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
(408) 868-1262
Lic. No. 430708454
Sponsored by
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Coordinating Council
Turpose
As a nonprofit community service
organization, the Center's main
purpose is to help keep the frail
adult in his /her home and
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providing mental and physical
stimulation and by providing
opportunities for socializing
activities in a warm and caring
setting. It is equally important to
give support and respite to the
caregiver.
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Socializing with peers
Music and entertainment
Freshly prepared nutritious
lunches
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Arts and crafts
Current events /trivia
Pet therapy
Snacks and beverages
Intergenerational events
Caregivers' support groups
Support/consultation with families
Funie6 by:
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City of Campbell
West Valley College Community
Education -Older Adult Program
Civic Organizations
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Saratoga, Kiwanis)
Churches
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Bunco
Exercise -Cindy
Music -Kathy
Current Events Brenda
3
Reminiscing -Betsy
Trivia -Betsy
Exercise Laurie
Art Jahleh
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Word Game
Exercise -Jen
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Karaoke Dean
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Make Your Poing
Music -Kathy
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Who Am I
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Gender Bender
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Trivia -Betsy
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Beef Casserole
Salad
Dessert
3
Tuna Melts
Salad
Dessert
4
Chinese Chix Salad
Cashew Chicken
Beef Broccoli
Chow Mein
Steamed rice Egg roll
Cookie
5
Tomato Dill Soup
Turkey Sandwiches
Dessert
6
White Bean Soup
Foccacia
Salad
Dessert
9
Fresh Pea Soup
Smoked Salmon
on Pumpernickel
Dessert
10
Turkey Cucumber
Sandwiches
Mandarin Salad
Dessert
11
Green Salad
Seasoned Baked Fish
Oven Fried Potatoes
Green Beans
Dessert
12
Minestrone Soup
Corn Muffins
Veggies
Dessert
13
Ground Beef
Casserole
Salad
Dessert
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Reuben Casserole
Fruit
Dessert
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Green Salad
Jambalaya Stew
Corn Bread Muffin
Dessert
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Spinach Egg Dish
English Muffin
Fruit Salad
Dessert
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Tortellini Soup
Salad
Dessert
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Meatball Soup
Salad
Dessert
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Velvet Chicken
Green Peas
Rice
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Green Salad
Spaghetti Marinara
Italian Sausage
Sauteed Spinach
Birthday Cake
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Toasted Ham Cheese
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Celery Carrot Sticks
Tapioca Pudding
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Director's Message
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Our Center
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Computer Classes
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Movies
Pg 17
Great Getaways
Pg 18
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Tg 19
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Monthly CaCendar
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OFFICIAL NEWSLE'I 1'ER OF THE SARATOGA AREA SENIOR COORDINATING COUNCIL (SASCC)
Volume 2009 Issue 2
P.O. BOX 3033 SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA 95070 -19655 ALLENDALE AVENUE
PHONE 408.868.1257, FAX 408.868.9546, WWW.SASCC.ORG
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a special catered Chinese luncheon from
Hong's Gourmet Restaurant. The 3rd
graders from Argonaut School will also be
here to sing and hand out Valentine's
Day cards.
Date: Wednesday, February 4
Time: 12:00 p.m. (noon)
Cost: $8 per person
Please make your reservation by calling
the front desk at 408.868.1257. Deadline
is Monday, February 2 by noon.
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Join SASCC for all -you- can -eat pancakes,
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join the festivities at the Mustard Faire for mu-
sic, hay rides, food face painting and vintage
cars!
Date: March 1, 2009
Cost: $7 adults and $4 children
Place: Community Center
Multi Purpose Room
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Deadline is Thursday, February 26 by noon.
Direetor's Inessct�e
There is nothing wrong with America that the faith, love of freedom, intelligence and
energy of her citizens cannot cure.
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th president of US 1953 -1961 (1890 1969)
Hope you have all made it smoothly through this first month of 2009. I think that we will
all remember January as a historical mark in history with the Obama inauguration. 2009
will certainly hold our attention.
Our Annual Appeal has been successful and has brought in much needed funds beyond our
budget expectations. We are thankful for our many generous donors, both from our current
membership and from our supportive community friends.
In keeping with a New Year we have lined up new programs, committees, and fundraising
events; and we are not done yet! We hope that many more of you will want to get involved
either through participation or by volunteering to help us out with your many talents and
skills. The diversity we have here with SASCC is vitalizing and every day is a new
adventure. Get involved in your SASCC.
Remember to share with us your success stories of local contractors and handy- persons. It
will help us in compiling a resource guide, and it will help them in moving their businesses
forward. Win win!
Please find a greeting from Ann Marie inside this newsletter and be sure to welcome her as
she becomes acquainted with her new "digs
Best to All,
Susan
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NsTE Eur THE tSPIRIT222
Everyone felt patriotic waving their flags as we
watched the Inauguration 2009.
We send many thPIAS to John and Phyllis Feemster for their continuous support to our
program. We love the beautiful flower arrangement.
Caregiver Support Group
Meetings are held on the
3id Wednesday of month
From 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
Please contact Amy Leeman or Debi Snyder at
(408) 868 -1262 for more information.
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Tank you
Louise Webb
for the Bingo donations.
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ave the date...
Mark your calendar for Friday, February 27 from 10:15 -12:00 in the Fireside Room
of the Senior Center. Our long time SASCC members will have the opportunity to
visit with OLGA MACFARLANE SASCC's first executive director who will be
visiting the Bay Area for a few weeks.
As our first paid employee, Olga guided the Senior Center through its early years
and established the Adult Care Center. She and her late husband Emory left
many dear friends in Saratoga when they retired to their hometown of New
burgport, Massachusetts. Please join our old friend for a cup of coffee or tea and a
happy reunion. Olga will fill us in on her attempts to start a Senior Center in
Newburgport, MA and her wonderful new grandchildren.
For more information contact Peggy Corr at 370 -1563
or Barbara Sherrard at 868 -1253.
WELCOME ANN MARIE!
Hi, my name is Ann Marie De La Cruz -Asis. I am easy
going, friendly, and very easy to talk to. I am a mother
of two beautiful children named Elijah, aka EJ 2yrs old,
and Cadence 6 months old. I have a loving husband of
5 years, named Jim. I come from an Administrative As-
sistant background in Mortgage and Real Estate and I
was a Medical Assistant for two years. I look forward
to working with SASCC and all of you.
Hatha Yoga is a combination of posture, breathing, and meditation. It
increases flexibility, boosts energy, improves memory and concentra-
l tion, eases arthritis, relieves insomnia and any physical and mental
stress. Instructor Vasanthi Bhat will gently guide students to progress at their own pace. Classes
will start with warm ups followed by posture, breathing, meditation, and deep relaxation. Indi-
vidual attention will be given throughout the class. All levels welcome. For those who cannot sit
on the floor, you can practice chair yoga. Please wear loose and comfortable clothing and bring a
yoga mat.
Vasanthi Bhat has been teaching yoga for over 33 years. Her teaching is focused on maintaining
health, relieving stress related ailments and expanding spirituality. Her gentle and caring style is
suitable to any age group and any condition. She is the author of 3 yoga books, producer of 18
DVDs, and 4 CDs on Hatha Yoga.
TIME:
COST:
WHEN: March 5, 2009 through April 16, 2009 (7 -week session)
TIME: 10:30 to noon
WHERE: Saratoga Senior Center
COST: $40 /members and $56 /non- members.
Please sign -up at front desk of the Senior Center.
Mental Fitness Class
Instructor Rebecca McConnell, a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern from John F. Kennedy
University Community Counseling Center, offers stimulating brain games to improve memory
and sharpen thinking. This class will offer the opportunity to stimulate and strengthen your
brain and cognitive functions. This is an interactive program to exploring strategies for the
mind. West Valley College Older Adult Program offers this course in conjunction with John F.
Kennedy University Community Counseling Center.
DATES: Thursday; "March 5;2009 Thursday; April 2009 (8 -week session)
10:30 a.m. to noon
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$32 /members and $48 /non members
HATHA YOGA
Sign up at the front desk of the Senior Center or by calling Joan Stoye at 408.868.1257.
Tai C Qigo ng
Lon Tree
Happy New Year! We are back working with our energy practice. Longevity Tree Form will,
over time, help with balance, overall well being and patience. It is a practice that will bring
balance to your daily life while energizing your body.Class will meet every Monday, begin-
ning January 5, in the Patio Room from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fee is $5 per class for mem-
bers and $7 per class for non members.
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Italian During The Day -Level I
Tuesday, February 3 through March 31 (9 -week session)
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $72 /members and $108 /non members
The target of this course is to allow students to deal with the most common everyday situations. Students
will develop basic conversation skills and correct pronunciation, through writing, listening comprehension,
and speaking. New information will be practiced through drills of questions and answers and applied in role
plays. Please bring a pencil, a pen, and a notebook to each class. A $15 material fee is payable to in-
structor at first class. Computer availability for e-mails is required. For more information about this
class, call the instructor, Barbara Caporicci at 408.646.0232. Please sign -up for the class at the front
desk of the Senior Center.
Barbara Caporicci, MA, has worked for Berlitz Language School and lectures at Stanford. She is currently
teaching 7 levels of Italian at the Los Gatos Recreation Center and teaches private online teaching to stu-
dents all over the world.
Defe-ie Wot*kop
The Academy of Self Defense will be here on Thursda Februar 26 from 1:00 p.m. to
.3:00 p.m. to teach a Senior Safe Program The cost is $15/person. Please sign-up at the
front desk of the Senior Center.
SENIOR SAFE PROGRAM OU7IJNE
Introduction a) The three types of Bad bad guest, bad guy, bad situation) b) Protective Stance
weight shift dominant side) c) Scanning Pattern Eye Position) d) Speak about the body
(Weakness Protective shell) e) Talk about most statistically common attacks f) Strength in Num-
bers
Introduction to Points a) Horse bite- Inside arm, inside leg (turn the key) b) V- trigger (knock on the
door) c) Shin insertion Walking dragging your heals) d) Index -stun and run (turn the key)
Practical Application Hair clothing grab option 1- horse bite option 2- shin insertion
Arm Wrist Grab Option 1-Horse bite inside arm) -Turn the ke'y Option 2- Shin insertion Option
3- V- trigger -knock on the door
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Presented by El Camino Hospital
Recognizing and Treating Depression Presentation
Friday, March 20, 2009 at 10:30 a.m.
Michael Fitzgerald is the Director of Behavioral Health Services at El Camino Hospi-
tal in Mountain View. Michael holds a master's degree in nursing from the University
of California, San Francisco and is a clinical nurse specialist in psychiatry. Behavioral
Health Services at El Camino Hospital includes an inpatient unit, a partial hospitaliza-
tion program, an older adult transition program, a perinatal /post -partum depression
program, and an eating disorder program.
During this presentation, Michael will discuss issues related to the etiology and treat-
ment of depression, including risk factors and barriers to receiving assistance. In
addition, the risks of untreated depression will be discussed, including higher rate of
suicide, loss of income, chemical dependency, and health related illness. There is
no charge for this presentation. Please register at the front desk or call
408.868.1257.
13th Annual Community Crab Feed!
Tickets are still available at the front desk of the Senior Center
Date: Saturday, February 7, 2009
Time: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Place: Sacred Heart Church -Geary Hall
Cost: Adult: $40 Pasta only: $15
Children (under 12) $15
Cold Cracked Dungeness Crab
Crisp Salad
Fresh Bread
Hot Pasta
Delicious Dessert
Coffee and Soft Drinks available
Cinnabar Winery in attendance
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FRIDAY SOCIAL DANCE
Join Trish and Bob Boesel, Line Dancing Instructors at the Saratoga Senior Center,
for a Social Dance on Friday, February 20 and Friday, March 6 from
10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Saunders Room. The cost for each of these one-
day Social Dances is $6 /members and $8 /non- members. Please sign up at the front
desk of the Senior Center. Class is limited to 25 participants.
SATXPDA? SOCIAL DAXCE
Join Trish Bob on Saturday, February 14 for an intermediate line dance work-
shop and social from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Five hours of fun!!! You will learn one or
two of the newest line dances, plus have reviews on several of the other new dances
as well as older dances. There will be plenty of open dancing scheduled between the
teaches and the reviews and just open dancing from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. You are
welcome to bring finger food but it is not mandatory. The cost is $8 /per person and
is payable to Trish Bob on February 14.
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Line Dancing Instructors Trish Bob
Boesel will be offering an intermediate
line dancing class every Tuesday begin-
ning January 6. Please register at the
front desk of the Senior Center.
January 6 through February 24
(8 -week session)
10:15 a.m. to p.m.
Cost for members —$40
Cost for non members— $56
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UNE DAN 1G
Line Dancing Instructors Trish
Bob Boesel will be offering a 6 -week
Beginning and Intermediate Line
Dancing class every Monday begin
ring January 5. Please register at the
front desk of the Senior Center.
January 5 through February 23
(no class on 01/19 or 2/16)
1:15 -2:15 p.m Beginning
2:30 -4:00 p.m Intermediate
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`SOCIAL GROUP' MEETS EVERY
WEDNESDAY, FIRESIDE ROOM,
10:15 to 11:45 a.m.
We welcome those
seniors who have
not yet visited the
`Social Group' to
come and share in
our planned
activities. Many
members enjoyed
an `after- holiday'
breakfast at
Holder's Country
Inn. February 10,
we will meet for
lunch at the Elephant Bar on Stevens Creek
Blvd. We welcome all interested seniors to join
us. Please call Fran at 257 -4089 to make a
reservation.
In consideration of those seniors that have
vision problems, we have added 15 Books -on-
Tape, donated by Maggi, for our collection of
over 200 library books and videos. Since these
are costly and not easily replaceable, we are
requesting a refundable deposit of $5. Books
On -Tape must be returned within two
months. Newly added to our library are several
medical books, Mayo Physician's Book, Merk
Manual and Book of Symptoms.
The Social Group contributes to the Adult Day
Care Center by donating stuffed animals, plants,
jewelry and scarves. Your donations are very
much appreciated and may be left in a labeled
box in the Fireside Room.
MUSTARD FAIRE
Attend the Mustard Faire at the Heritage Orchard
and the Warner Hutton House on Sunday, March 1
from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Enjoy life as it was in
the Valley at the turn of the Century. View antique
autos, farm machinery, and farm animals. Ride the
hay wagon, enjoy the entertainment and food. Come
and participate and learn about our local history.
See you March 1st!
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Best Wishes To our SASCC members who have
February BIRTHDAYS
Nancy Anderson
Agnes Boecker
Jeanette Boettcher
Rick Bonetti
Ruth Bracklein
Mary Breiling
Carolyn Burnett
Rosa Chen
Laura Cho
Carol Clark
Madeline Clarke
Yoshihiko Date
Phyllis Dunstan
Justine Forbes
Ruth Fourie
Dorothy Friel
Moli Lee Fries
George Gellman
Bernice Giansiracus
Wilhelm Grotheer
Javonne Harward
Bobbi Hoover
Peggy Johnson
Beatrice Kessler
Birthdays in the Adult Care Center
Kurq
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Bryan
Elizabeth
Tayeko
Nancy
Patrick
Gloria
Les
Gioia
Jackie
Sandra
Jean
Lorena
Virginia
Jean
John
Robert
Mabel
Barbara
Diane
Laurel
Jim
Jo
Harriet
Ann
Anne Marie
Knysh
Krell
Kurashige
Lesser
Maloney
Mitchell
Molnar
Munks
Pencer
Politi
Ridley
Rodoni
Rose
Roths
Rubbo
Rung
Seid
Sherrard
Snow
Stoner
Tobias
Trimble
Tripp
Waltonsmith
Wiggers
1 -Iave You Heard About...
www.SaratogaVoice.com
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AART
DRIVER kFETT CLASS
AARP offers an 8 -hour classroom course specially designed for drivers 50 and above. Stu-
dents who complete this course will learn to adapt to the physical changes of aging as
they apply to driving, changes in the law, roads, and other drivers, as well as tips to ex-
tend safe driving for many years. Upon completion, a certificate is awarded which is
valid for 3 -years to support insurance discounts. The next class is scheduled for Friday,
February 13 and 20, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (you must attend both sessions).
The class is offered at the Saratoga Senior Center in the Oak Room. The cost is $12 per
person if AARP member or $14 per person if non AARP member. To register, please
come to the front desk or call us at 408.868.1257.
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co llations recently made to SAS
Nancy Capatosto
Jeanette Dyer
Hank Murray
Nadine Redding
Harry and Jean Wenberg
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Rick Bonetti
Realtor
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1RE #01237009
Saratoga North Office
12772 Saratoga Sunnyvale Rd.
Saratoga, CA 95070
Office 408.741.1111 x605
Cell 408.857.8800
Fax 408.741.1199
rbonctti@apr.com
apr.com
www.RickBonetti.com
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Tax season is upon us and help is on the way. AARP Tax
Aide is the nation's largest, free, volunteer -run tax assis-
tance and preparation service. This free service is designed
for low -and middle income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and
older. Beginning February 5, 2009 through April 9, 2009, AARP tax aid volun-
teers will be here every Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to assist you with fil-
ing basic tax forms and schedules, including the 1040, 1040A, and 1040EZ. To
schedule an appointment, please stop by the front desk or call Joan Stoye at
408.868.1257.
Please remember to bring the following information to your appointment:
Last year's tax returns
This year's forms with mailing label (if available)
All income verifications (W2 or WP2 forms), interest /dividend information
(1099's) and total amount of Social Security or Disability payments for
calculating the credit.
If you have income from stock sales you need to bring all pertinent data to
the sale (date of purchase, how much, when it was sold and how much it was
sold for)
COMMITTEE CHAIRS AND RESOURCE INFORMATION
Adult Care Advisory Committee Sheila Arthur 261 -8404
Bridge Jeanne Augustine 867 -9831
Fund Development Committee Steven J. Wong 741 -1307
Community Services. Susan Huff 868 -1255
Computer Classes Maggi Ferguson 379 -2594
Executive Committee George Bunyard 255 -3594
Community Center Facility Rentals Nina Walker 868 -1259
Health Committee Vacant 868 -1257
Finance Committee Michael Taylor 868 -1248
Senior Center Room Reservations Teresa Estavillo 868 -1263
Senior Center Advisory Committee Samantha Cheng 455 -2284
Social Group Fran Wasserman 257 -4089
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Haija Abe
Loretta Hillig
Ellen Hogue
Noreen Jorgense
Heather Lattanzi
Sarah Model
Brendan Moran
Virginia Upton
Johanna Wise
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S ara o •ery 03!
March z1 -z9, z009
St. Andrews Episcopal Church is gearing up for this important event. They will be offering 9 days of
providing assistance to area seniors at no charge. The four types of service are:
House cleaning
Minor household repairs
Computer assistance
Yard work
If you have interest in any of these services during the dates provided, please call Joan at the desk (868 -1257)
and she will add you to the list which we will forward to the church. They need to have an idea in advance of
how many service providers will be necessary to fill the need. If the program draws an overwhelming response,
St Andrews may need to limit service to Saratoga only, but they will let us know as they move forward.
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Please join us for a new member orientation
and tour of the Saratoga Senior Center on
Wednesday, February 18
at 10:15 a.m.
Please register at the front desk or call
408.868.1257.
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SENIOR CENTER ADULT CARE CENTER STAFF HOURS
Susan Huff
Teresa Estavillo
9:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m., M -F
Ann Marie De La Cruz -Asis
8:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m., T- F
Sabina Johnston
7:00 a.m. —noon, Days vary
Barbara Sherrard
2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m., T, TH
Joan Stoye
8:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m., M, T, TH
8:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m., W, F
ADULT CARE CENTER:
Debi Snyder
9:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m., M, T, W
Amy Leeman
11:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m., T, W
8:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m., TH, F
Renee Hampton
8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m., M -F
Debra Goree
10:00 a.m. -6:00 p.m., M -F
Bonnie Fambrini
10:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m., T, W, TH
Barbara Morgan
10:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m., M, F
President
Vice President
Chief Financial Officer
Secretary
Chair Fund Development Committee
Chair Health Committee
Chair Senior Center Advisory Committee
Chair Adult Care Center Advisory Committee
Chair By -Laws Policy Committee
Chair Membership /Grievance Strategic Communications
Executive Director
Program Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
Treasurer
Volunteer Coordinator
Receptionist
Program Manager
Assistant Program
Manager /Social Worker
Program Assistant
Program Assistant
Program Assistant
Program Assistant
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
July 2008 -June 2009
Directors At Large:
David Meeker, Aki Okuno, K.S. Ramaswami, Jo Trimble, Jeannie Wu, Fran Wasserman
RESPONSIBILITY: All activities arranged by SASCC or any of its Committees are solely for the pleasure, information, and convenience of its members and
their guests. SASCC, its officers, directors, employees, and members assume no responsibility for the safety or well being of participants, their personal prop-
erty, or for their actions in connection with any of the activities offered by SASCC.
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George Bunyard
Ann Waltonsmith
Michael Taylor, Interim
Gloria Watson
Steven J. Wong
Vacant
Samantha Cheng
Sheila Arthur
Mike Story
Ann Waltonsmith
868 -1255
868 -1263
868 -1254
868 -1253
868 -1253 4
868 -1257
868 -1262
868 -1256
868 -1256
868 -1256
868 -1256
868 -1256
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The Board meets
the 4th Tuesday
of each month at
9:30 a.m. in the
Magnolia Room.
The next BOD
meeting will be
on Tuesday,
February 24
All members are
welcome to
attend.
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Informational Phone: Instructor: Maggi Ferguson: 408- 379 -2594
Sign up BEFORE COURSE BEGINS TO ENSURE AVAILABILITY OF BOOK!
#1. ON-GOING, YEAR -ROUND WEEKLY COMPUTER CLASSES FOR THE VERY
BEGINNER COMPUTER LEARNER who wants to see what the computer is all about and not
sure they want to take a regular, more structured course yet. This continuous on -going beginner
class meets every Monday from 1 to 3 p.m. It is a 3 -month course where student will learn how
to use the keyboard, mouse control and beginning WORD processing. $30. This course
prepares new student for `Introduction to Computers' course.
#2. February: E -MAIL ONLY! *Pre requisite: prior use of the mouse/computer.
Wednesdays, February 18 thru March 11, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Student will sign up for a FREE
personal e-mail account to use in class. Will learn how to: send /receive email, send /open
attachments /web sites, create in WORD to send in e-mail, to send text files /pictures as an
attachment, create an address book, create group mailings, set necessary `security' measures,
block unwanted e- mails, etc. 5 -week course. $40. (helpful handouts included)
#3 March: THE INTERNET (using Google') *Pre- requisite: prior use of the mouse/
computer. Wednesdays, March 18 thru April 8. Student will be shown how to access to the
world's informational sites. Will download/view /manipulate Google's EARTH (the global
satellite), how to safely use Amazon.com (discount purchasing), introduction to Picasa (Google's
digital camera facilitator program for downloading /manipulating /emailing /printing digital
pictures (bring camera cable), how to use Google's `search', send free greeting cards, plus
how to access hundreds of exciting old /new web sites. A look at how to insure security /safety
while using the Internet to prevent viruses and unwanted destructive problems. (Google
handout `helps' included) 4 -week course. $35.
#4. March: HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR COMPUTER AND KEEP IT PROBLEM
FREE! *Pre requisite: `Introduction to Computers' and Internet experience. Wednesdays:
March 18 thru April 15. 1 to 3 p.m. This is quite possibly the most important course a
computer user can take to learn to prevent catastrophes —how to repair problems that occur
how to energize your computer by deleting unnecessary files created by your computer when
you access /download web files. Learn how to defrag, scan hard drive, clean registry, download
Microsoft's `critical updates' given you (to prevent viruses /worms, etc.), and how you can
`restore' your computer back to a time when it was running perfectly (to overcome a present
problem). Demonstration of how to use an `external drive' (bring yours for hands -on
use). Book/handouts included. *This course is only for the intermediate /advanced computer
user as we use a great many tools of the computer. 5 -week course. $40.
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4. List of 'pick up /remove' free electronic equipment disposal organizations
computer room for copies.
5. Like to coach very beginner students? See Instructor.
6. For Sale: 8 Brand New Optical Mice (with wheel, while they last) $8.
each (computer room)
EXTRA MINI COURSES AVAILABLE To be scheduled with In-
structor circle any of the below courses, sign your name, phone and /or e-mail address and
place in computer box behind receptionist in center's office, or e-mail:
m6fergusonnhotmail.com. You will be contacted.
1. GPS NAVIGATIONAL UNIT Up to 2 -hour course in how to use this unit. $15.
2. DIGITAL CAMERAS/PHOTO #1:Beginning and #2:Intermediate courses and NEW!
2 or 3 hour `mini' seminars on selected subjects related to using your camera and taking
pictures. Strongly suggest if you are at all interested in taking one or more digital camera
courses, sign up on "I Am Interested" Wait List, to be contacted by e-mail with all infor-
mation when courses are ready.
3. e -BAY Buying /Selling /Scams: This is an almost 2 -hour DVD presentation to view, at
your convenience, on the Fireside Room's large TV screen. (a 2nd viewing is free) $10.
4. TUTORING (by individual request) Special `tutoring' for one or two at a time com-
puter room date /time to be determined with student(s). $15 /pp /per hour or $10 each for
two persons /per hour.
If you require special help with your computer learning, let Instructor know!
m,aqqi friguoan,, E -mail: m6ferguson(a hotmail.com Phone: 379 -2594
I. Seeking temporary classroom assistance to help our seniors create
their own 'blogging' page for an exciting proposed new course in 'Memoir
Writing'.
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SPECIAL INFORMATION FROM THE COMPUTER ROOM
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1. Beginner Learning Books For sale: Instructor recommended Beginner Microsoft
Windows `MP' learning books FOR SENIORS ONLY. Available in computer
room at cost price. (Ordered from Amazon for convenience of students).
2. Free to center members only: help with home computer problems every Monday
from 1 -3 p.m. in computer room, with expert help of Sy Gelman
3. Your Horne! We have computer repair men for PCs and MACs ($20/$30/$50/
hour) see Maggi for info.
Rated:
PG -13
Length:
90 minutes
Director: Alejandro Gomez Monteverde
Cast:
Tammy Blanchard Eduardo Verastequi
Manny Perez
Angelica Aragon
Ramon Rodriguez
Ali Landry
Jaime Tirelli
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£et to
the Movies
February 11, 2009
February 25, 2009
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Two lost souls, Nina (Tammy Blanchard), a pregnant, unmarried waitress, and Jose (Eduardo Verastequi),
an introspective yet troubled cook with a mysterious past, find solace in each other as their lives become
unpredictably linked throughout the course of one incredible day. An uplifting story of love, hope and forgive-
ness, this remarkable tale is co- written and directed by Alejandro Gomez Monteverde.
AT A FUN&F4PL
The funeral for the patriarch of a wealthy but eccentric British clan is turned topsy -turvy when a stranger appears claim-
ing to be the dead man's gay lover in this dramedy directed by Frank Oz and starring Peter Dinklage, Matthew Macfad-
ven and Rupert Graves. The dysfunctional family grows wackier as the deceased's sons decide they can't let the rest of
the guests get wind of this revelation. But can they get the cat back into the bag?
Rated:
R
Length:
91 minutes
Director: Frank Oz
Cast: Matthew Macfadyen, Peter Dinklage, Daisy Donovan, Keeley Hawes, Peter Egan, Rupert Graves, Andy Nyman,
Jane Asher, Peter Vaughan
GRGAl ge1AWAYS
The Recreation Department trips are for all ages, except where noted. Fliers an-
nouncing new trips are mailed quarterly, before the Activity Guide. To receive
fliers, call 408.868.1249. Some trips may already be full; call now to check
availability! All buses depart from the Community Center unless otherwise indi-
cated; please arrive 15- minutes early. Return times are approximate; please al-
low for flexibility. There are no refunds. However, if a waiting list exists, you
may receive a refund, minus a $15 processing fee. A health/release of liability
form must be on file for each person traveling.
Burn the Floor
Years before Dancing with the Stars So You Think You Can Dance turned Ballroom dancing into must -see TV, one sizzling show
was setting stages ablaze around the globe. The electrifying Burn The Floor, the Latin Ballroom dance spectacular that has thrilled
audiences in more than 30 countries worldwide, will be at the Post Street Theatre in San Francisco. See the elegance of the Viennese
Waltz, the exuberance of the Jive, the intensity of the Paso Doble, not to mention the Tango, Samba, Mambo, Quickstep, Swing... it's
Ballroom dance with a sexy 21st century edge. We will have time on our own at Union Square for browsing no host dinner before
the 8 p.m. show. Sign up early for this fun trip
Wednesday, February 25 3:00 p.m. approx.10:30 p.m. $94 per person
Trip #72096
It's a Mystery tome!
Where are we going...? I'll never tell; but a hint or two sure would be swell. You know my birthday's near
my hometown I hold dear...but we're not going there! (But maybe close!) You'll get a little history, without
that, there is no mystery. And you know I like to eat, so there will be that treat. Your lunch will be hosted but a
pig won't be roasted. Then we're off to see how it's done, that will be so much fun! Another snack or two...am I
getting to you? Sign up fast...these spaces won't last!
Thursday, March 12 7:45 a.m. approx. 6:30 p.m. $98 per person Trip #72097
Yosemite in the Spring
Join us for a fabulous 3 -day getaway to beautiful Yosemite Valley! We travel first to Fish Camp for a hosted
BBQ lunch before we enjoy a fun train excursion aboard the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad. Our next
two nights are at the Yosemite Lodge. On day two, enjoy the 2 -hour Valley Floor Tram tour in the morning a
free afternoon before your hosted dinner at the Ahwahnee Hotel. On day three, explore the Pioneer Center
before heading to Hillmar Cheese Factory for hosted lunch tour. A detailed flier is available at the Recreation
Department or call 868.1249 to have one mailed.
Mon. Wed., April 20 22 $634 per person, double occupancy, $914 single occupancy
$200 non refundable deposit saves your space now, balance due Thursday, March 12,
2009. Trip #82002
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SARATO SENIOR CENTER SERVICES
HEALTH SERVICES
Hearing Screening
Dr. Snyder Au.D., will be here on February 6
from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The appointments
will be 15- minutes in length. Dr. Snyder will be
able to test hearing, check ears for wax, clean
hearing aids, and answer any questions about
hearing and balance. To schedule an appointment,
please call the front desk at 408.868.1257. This
service is free to all members of the Senior Cen-
ter.
Vision Screening
Furlong Vision Correction will be offering free
vision screenings to all members of the Senior
Center on a monthly basis. The next screening
will be on Wednesday, February 11 from 10:30-
11:30 a.m. To schedule an appointment, please
call the front desk at 408.868.1257.
Blood Pressure Screening
Blood Pressure checks will be offered on the
3rd Thursday of every month from 10:00 -10:30
a.m. This service is free to all members of the
Senior Center.
Orthopedic Technician
Conducted by a fully certified Orthopedic Tech-
nician, Cheryl Geraci. This individualized service
will last approximately one hour and include
trimming of nails and/or the shaving of calluses, a
soothing foot soak, and a relaxing massage. To
schedule an appointment, please contact Cheryl
directly at 408.266.3668 (FOOT). The cost is $45.
oleo
SOCIAL SERVICES
Senior Adult Legal Assistance (SALA)
Clients must be 60+ years of age and a Santa Clara
County resident. Services are provided by volunteer
attorneys or paralegals. Legal assistance provided for
social security, Medicare, housing, landlord issues,
power of attorney for health care, elder abuse, con-
sumer problems, and simple wills. Please call SALA
directly for an appointment at 408.295.5991 ext. 300.
There is no cost for this service provided by SALA.
Health Insurance Counseling and
Advocacy Program (HICAP)
Covers medical insurance issues, long -term care, and
Medicaid Medigap counseling. HICAP is offered
on the 4th Monday of every month from 1:00 p.m.-
3:00 p.m. Please call the front desk at 408.868.1257.
This service is free to all members of the Senior Cen-
ter.
Counseling Services
Do you suffer from depression, anxiety, life
changes, or from a loss of a loved one? In conjunc-
tion with John F. Kennedy University Community
Counseling Center, Rebecca will be offering our
members 50- minute counseling appointment for $15
a session; Rebecca McConnell, a Marriage Fam-
ily Therapist Intern, will be here on the first Tues-
day and Wednesday of every month. On Tuesday's,
Rebecca is available from 1:00 -2:00 p.m. and on
Wednesday's Rebecca is available from 2:00 -3:00
p.m. To schedule an appointment, please contact the
front desk at 408.868.1257.
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Transportation
For information regarding Outreach, please call
Outreach directly at 408.436.2865. They will
give you their rates and you can sign up with
them directly.
Activities Classes
ACTIVITY
BRIDGE: Ongoing
DAY
Monday
Februa
TIME
10:15 -1:00
2009
FEES
Free
LOCATION
Saunders Room
BYOB JEWELRY REPAIR CLINIC:
Instructor Lena Okin
1/30 2/6
2/20 2/27
1:00 -3:00
$20 /members
$35 /non- members
Magnolia Room
CAREGIVERS' SUPPORT GROUP:
Free open to the public. Ongoing.
3`
Wednesday
2:00 -3:00
Free
Magnolia Room
COMPUTER "GURUS Ongoing.
02/19/09
3:00 -5:00
Free
Oak Room
COMPUTER COURSES: Experienced coaches.
Monday
Wednesday
9 :30 -3:00
Price varies by class
Oak Room
CONVERSATION TO PRACTICE SPANISH:
Ongoing.
1 and 3`d
Tuesday
1:30 -2:30
Free
Fireside Room
EXERCISE Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates, Core
Strengthening. Instructor Cindy Teerlink. Ongoing.
Thursday
9:00 -10:00
$15 /month suggested
donation (includes
T &TH)
Saunders Room
Tuesday
9:00 -10:00
$15 /month suggested
donation (includes
T &TH)
Saunders Room
EXERCISE Combo Exercise: Chair, Weights
Tai Chi. Instructor Cindy Teerlink. Ongoing.
FITNESS `N FUN! Weights, Dance, Aerobics.
Instructor Cindy Teerlink. Ongoing.
MWF
9:00-10:00
$20 /month suggested
donation
Saunders Room
GOLF For information, call Doug Rose at
370 -3663. Ongoing.
Friday
11:00
Green Fees
Blackberry Farm
GREAT DECISIONS: Organizer: Al Stewart
2/5/09 5/21/09
2/5/09
2/19/09
1:00 -3:00
See Organizer for fees
Oak Room
HATHA YOGA: Instructor: Vasanthi Bhat
Class dates: 1/15/09- 2/26/09
Thursday
10:30 -noon
$40 /members
$56 /non- members
Saunders Room
LINE DANCE: Beginning Intermediate
Instructors: Trish Bob Boesel 1/5/09- 2/23/09
Monday
Beginning:
1:15 -2:15
Intermediate:
2:30 -4:00
$40 /members
$56 /non- members
Saunders Room
LINE DANCE: Intermediate
Instructors: Trish Bob Boesel 1/6/09- 2/24/09
Tuesday
10:15 -12:15
$40 /members
$56/non-members
Saunders Room
SOCIAL LINE DANCE:
Instructors: Trish Bob Boesel
2/20/09
2/14/09
10:30-1:00
2:00 -7:00
Saunders Room
$8 /person
LIP READING: All levels of classes. Call Marcia
Fariss at 741 -2045 ext.3655.
Tuesday
1:15 -2:45
$27.50 payable to
Foothill College
Oak Room
MAH -JONGG MASTERS: Western Style for
experienced players. Call Lib Marsh at 872 -0385.
Ongoing.
Tuesday
12:00 -2:00
Free members
$4 /non- members
Saunders Room
MAH-JONGG: Tuesdays. New players welcome.
Call Idalene Fryer 867 -2489. Ongoing.
Tuesday
1:00 -3:00
Free members
$4 /non members
Saunders Room
MEMOIRS: Instructor Louise Webb. Ongoing.
1St and 3rd
Friday
10:00 -11:30
Free members
$4 /non- members
Magnolia Room
QUILTING GROUP: Ongoing.
Monday
9:00 -12:00
Free members
$4 /non- members
Magnolia Room
SARATOGA TRADERS INVESTMENT CLUB:
Ongoing.
1 3 ftl
Monday
2:00-4:00
Free
Magnolia Room
SOCIAL GROUP: Ongoing.
Wednesday
10:15 -11:45
Free members
Fireside Room
TAI CHI QIGONG: Ongoing.
Instructor: Lindy Patania
Monday
2:30 -3:30
$5 /members
$7 /non- members
Patio Room
WEDNESDAY LUNCH PROGRAM: Reservations
Wednesday
12:00
$5 /members
$6 /non- members
Saunders Room
required. Please call before noon Tuesday.Ongoing.
FEBRUARY 20
M on crag
9 -10
9 -12
10:15 -1
1 -3
1:15 -2:15
2 -4
2:30 -4:00
2:30 -3:30
Fitness 'n Fun
Quilting Group
Bridge
Computer Lab
Keyboarding Class
Beg Line Dancing
Saratoga Traders
Inter Line Dancing
Tai Chi Qigong
2
9 -10
9 -12
10:15 -1
1 -3
1:15 -2:15
2:30 -4:00
2:30 -3:30
Fitness 'n Fun
Quilting Group
Bridge
Computer Lab
Keyboarding Class
Beg Line Dancing
Inter Line Dancing
Tai Chi Qigong
9
16
Senior Center Adult
Care Center closed in
observation of
Presidents' Day
9 -10
9 -12
10:15 -1
1 -3
1 -3
1:15 -2:15
2:30 -4:00
2:30 -3:30
Fitness 'n Fun
Quilting Group
Bridge
Computer Lab
Keyboarding Class
HICAP
Beg Line Dancing
Inter Line Dancing
Tai Chi Qigong
23
Yuescray
9 -10 Combo gercise
10:15 -12:15 Inter Line Dancing 3
11:30 -1:30 Italian Level I
12 -2 Mah -Jongg Western
Style
1 -3 Mah -Jongg
1 -2 Counseling Srvcs
1:15 -2:45 Lip Reading
1:30 -2:30 Conversation to
Practice Spanish
9 -10 Combo Exercise 10
10:15 -12:15 Inter Line Dancing
10:15 Sr. Center Advisory
Committee
Italian Level I
Mah -Jongg Western
Style
Mah -Jongg
Lip Reading
11:30 -1:30
12 -2
1 -3
1:15 -2:45
9 -10 Combo Exercise 17
10:15 -12:15 Inter Line Dancing
11:30 -1:30 Italian Level I
12 -2 Mah -Jongg Western
Style
1 -3 Mah -Jongg
1:15 -2:45 Lip Reading
1:30 -2:30 Conversation to
Practice Spanish
9 -10
9:30 -noon
10:15 -12:15
11:30 -1:30
12 -2
1 -3
1:15 -2:45
Combo Exercise 24
Board Meeting
Inter Line Dancing
Italian Level I
Mah -Jongg Western
Style
Mah -Jongg
Lip Reading
Vec[nescday
9 -10
10:15 -11:45
12
1:30 -3
2 -3
Fitness 'n Fun
Social Group
Luncheon
ACC Advisory
Committee
Counseling Srvcs
4
9 -10
10:15 -11:45
10:30
12
1:45
11
Fitness 'n Fun
Social Group
Vision Screening
Luncheon
Movie -Bella
9 -10 Fitness 'n Fun
9:30 -11:30 E -Mail only
10:15 -11:45 Social Group
10:15 New Member
Orientation
12 Luncheon
2 -3:30 Caregivers'
Support Group
18
9 -10
9:30 -11:30
10:15 -11:45
12
1:45
Fitness 'n Fun
E -Mail only
Social Group
Luncheon
Movie -Death at a
Funeral
25
Flappy Valentine's Day:
Dance A I I I
I Line IIII IANAA C, At �A Saratoga Senior A Center
on Saturday, February 14, -1 p.m.
7 urs
9 -10
10:30 -noon
1 -3
Combo Exercise
Hatha Yoga
Great Decisions
5
12
9 -10 Combo Exercise
10:30 -noon Hatha Yoga
4 -6 Rotary Committee
9 -10 Combo Exercise 19
10 -10:30 Blood Pressure
Screening
10:30 -noon Hatha Yoga
1 -3 Great Decisions
3 -5 Computer "Gurus"
9 -10
10:30 -noon
1 -3
Combo Exercise
Hatha Yoga
Self Defense
Workshop
26
rriday
9 -10 Fitness 'n Fun
10:00 -11:30 Memoir Class
11 Golf
1 -3 Bring Your Own
Beads Jewelry
Repair Clinic
1:30 -2:30 Hearing Screening
6
9 -10
9 -1
11
13
Fitness 'n Fun
AARP Driver
Safety Program
Golf
9 -10 Fitness 'n Fun 20
9 -1 AARP Driver
Safety Program
10:00 -11:30 Memoir Class
10:30 -1 Social Line Dance
11 Golf
1 -3 Bring Your Own
Beads Jewelry
Repair Clinic
9 -10
10:15 -noon
11
1 -3
Fitness 'n Fun 27
Meet with Olga
MacFarlane
Golf
Bring Your Own
Beads Jewelry
Repair Clinic
SAVE THE DATE!
PANCAKE BREAKFAST ON
SUNDAY, MARCH 1 FROM 8:30 -10:00 a.m.
AT THE SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER!
SASCC WEDNESDAY LUNCH PROGRAM
Lunch is served at noon. The cost is $5 for members and $6 for non members. Reservations are required. Please call before
noon on Tuesday to make your reservation at 408.868.1257. Please note: If you are allergic, diabetic, vegetarian, or do not eat
the meat item listed, please let us know when making a reservation and we will try to accommodate your dietary needs.
February 4
Chinese Chicken Salad
Spring Roll
Cashew Chicken
Beef w /Broccoli
Combination Chow -Mein
Steamed Rice
Almond Cookie
February 11
February 18
Green Salad
Seasoned Baked Fish
Oven Fried Potatoes
Green Beans
Dessert
Green Salad
Jambalaya Stew
Cornbread Muffin
Dessert
February 25
Green Salad
Spaghetti Marinara
Italian Sausage
Sauteed Spinach
Birthday Cake
SASCC
19655 Allendale Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
408.868.125
www.sasccorg
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Chinese New Year/Valentine's Day
The Chinese New Year or Spring Festival is the most important of the traditional Chinese
holidays. Come help us celebrate the year of the Ox! If you were born in 1913, 1925, 1937,
1949, 1961, 1973, 1985 or 1997 you were born under the sign of the ox. We will have a
delicious lunch, followed by singing and Valentine's from the third grade classes at Argonaut
School. Please sign -up at the front desk by Monday, February 2. The cost is $8 per
person. Gung Hay Fat Choy Chinese New Year Song (wishing you good fortune and
happiness).
Taiko Drummers
Saratoga Sister City Taiko group was formed in 1993 after Saratoga Sister City members had
been entertained by various taiko performances on a trip to our Sister City, Muko -shi, Japan.
Upon their return, the idea took shape to form a taiko group to entertain the Muko visitors on
their next visit to Saratoga. Since then, the Taiko Drummers have played for schools,
community groups, parades, weddings, memorial services, and other venues with the idea of
sharing a bit of this Japanese culture. The group has sixteen members, only four of whom are
from the original group. Taiko is a total body /mind discipline and experience. Properly
played, the drum sticks are the instrument that elicits the "spirit of the drum" it is not a
matter of beating the drum, but of allowing the spirit of the drum to reveal itself. The group
will be playing pieces that represent village celebrations and also some Japanese folk lore.
Mardi Gras Party
Mardi Gras is music, parades, picnics, floats, excitement and one big holiday in New
Orleans! Everyone is wearing purple, green, and gold; and adorned with long beads caught
from the beautiful floats. Purple represents justice; green, faith; and gold, power. Come join
us for some wonderful ja7' music, excitement, and New Orleans food. Stanford Drama teacher
and actor Kay Andreas Kostopoulos, vocals, is joined by jazz pianist Larry Chinn, celebrating
Mardi Gras with a program of jazz standards and swing music from such masters as the
Gershwins, Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Duke Ellington, and Count Basie. Songs will include,
Come Rain or Come Shine, Take the A Train, April in Paris, Besame Mucho, Embraceable
You, and many more. As they say in New Orleans, Laissez le bon temps rouler, or Let the
good times roll!
The Sizzling Seniors
Join us for a special performance by the Sizzling Seniors. The Sizzling Seniors are a special
group of dedicated, enthusiastic, and dynamic women and men, who have discovered that it is
never too -late to do aerobic and conditioning exercises. The Sizzling Seniors' commitment to
inspiring others by performing for so many organizations has been a motivation and challenge
to all who have observed their efforts. They will perform an inspiring demonstration of their
aerobic ability while in costumes. One of the aerobic numbers features a delightful variety of
personal creativity, imagination, and a collective sense of humor.
Time Value
Expedite!
NON PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
U.S. Postage
PAID
Permit #75
Saratoga CA
CITY OF CAMPBELL
SOCIAL SERVICES SUBGRANT
APPLICATION FORM
2009/10
Applications Due: February 13, 2009
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council (SASCC)
PROGRAM ADDRESS:
PHONE:
EMAIL:
WEBSITE:
PROGRAM TITLE:
PROGRAM MANAGER:
19655 Allendale Avenue
Saratoga, CA. 95070
(408) 868 -1262
shuff@sascc.org
www.sascc.orq
Saratoga Adult Care Center (ACCJ
Susan Huff, Executive Director
SUMMARY STATEMENT
OF PROPOSED SERVICE
OR PROJECT: Saratoga Adult Care Center is a Social Adult Day
Program, which has provided a safe and stimulating
environment for frail elders and respite for caregivers during the day for the past 21 years.
The program is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. meeting the
needs of caregivers who are working outside the home or need respite for other reasons.
Requests to help fund this program are made because it serves mostly very low to
moderate income seniors. Since our fees are determined by an individual's ability to pay,
(i.e. a sliding scale), we must supplement our costs from outside sources. Adult Day Care
Services are an ideal way to care for the needs of frail seniors, often eliminating the need
for institutionalized care, which can substantially reduce the cost for families and the
community as a whole.
GEOGRAPHIC AREA TO BE
SERVED:
Our program serves residents of Saratoga and the
surrounding communities of Campbell, West San Jose
and Santa Clara.
TARGET POPULATION: Frail, disabled and Tess independent older adults living
in the designated area.
Social Service Subgrant Application
2009/10
Page 2
Renewal Request [X New Request
AMOUNTS REQUESTED: City of Campbell: 5,000
All Others: 65,900
TIME FRAME OF PROGRAM: Fiscal Year 2009 -2010
COMMUNITY NEED:
1. Describe the community need or problem to be addressed by the proposed
project, program or service and how and by whom it was identified. Provide
substantiating data from such sources as published surveys, census data,
needs assessment reports, etc. (include data source used). If possible, relate
this to a specific need for the City of Campbell.
Saratoga Adult Care Center opened in January 1988 as an additional service from the
Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council. At that time, the Board of Directors had
identified many frail elders in the community who were in need of this type of service.
The Saratoga Senior Center received regular calls from family members and
caregivers in search of Adult Day Services. Clearly, there was a need for a service for
those families who acted as primary caregivers for frail and dependent loved ones. In
2005 we extended our hours from 10 am to 3 pm to 8:30 am to 5:30 pm to meet the
needs of caregivers who work outside the home, and demand for these extended
hours has steadily grown.
Adult Day Services provide important respite from what can otherwise be an
overwhelming task. More importantly, the elders of these families were and continue
to be in desperate need of socialization, physical and mental stimulation. Ongoing
involvement with peers and the opportunity to improve the quality of life by continuing
to learn and grow in a safe and caring environment are paramount to the quality of life
of elder citizens. In addition, many of clients and potential clients have Alzheimer's
disease, related dementia disorders, a chronic mental or physical disability, behavioral
problems or require assistance with activities of daily living.
The purposes and objectives of SASCC's Adult Care Program are directly related to
the Urban County Non Housing Community Development Needs which specify that
there are needs for supporting the operating expenses of organizations which provide
supportive services "which address the needs of the frail elderly or persons with
disabilities."
Through our program we work to prevent or delay institutionalization of the frail
elderly, to enable them to remain in their homes for as long as possible and to improve
the quality of life for the participants and their caregivers. The purpose of the Center is
to meet the growing need for this service which will only accelerate as the population
ages. Independent studies show that by the year 2010, Santa Clara County's
population of individuals 85 years of age and over is expected to double resulting in
an increased need for services such as ours.
Also, our services apply to the HUD Development Community Needs categories of
Public Facility Senior Centers as our program is open to all and housed in a public
Saratoga City public building and also to Public Senior Services which is ranked as a
"High" priority need.
This year, 13% of our participants are from Campbell.
2. List any other private or government agencies which are now or will be
addressing the need or problem described above. How do these services meet
the need of the target population defined above? Explain how your service or
project supplements or compliments the services of these agencies without
duplicating or overlapping them.
3. List:
County of Santa Clara
City of Los Gatos
Council on Aging of Santa Clara County
Social Service Subgrant Application
2009/10
Page 3
Alzheimer's Activity Center
Live Oak Daycare
Cupertino Day Services for Seniors
The Saratoga Adult Care Center was the first facility in Santa Clara County specifically
designed as an Adult Day Care Center. Many area residents were not served by the
other two existing Adult Day Care programs in Cupertino and Los Gatos (Live Oak)
either because of inadequate transportation or lack of public awareness. These two
facilities were also at or near capacity and could accept only a limited number of new
participants. The Alzheimer's Activity Center serves only clients with Alzheimer's
disease and cannot accommodate the needs of other seniors. The target population
for the Saratoga program pulls from the central corridor of West Valley including
Saratoga, West San Jose, Santa Clara and Campbell. Therefore, the two other
programs compliment rather than duplicate each other, while meeting the needs
locally, for hundreds of participants and their family members.
Actual Projected Proposed
2007/08 2008/09 2009/10
Total Unduplicated Clients _53 55 56
City of Campbell Clients 5 5 6
PROGRAM INFORMATION:
Social Service Subgrant Application
2009/10
Page 4
4. Describe the service, program or project to be provided to the Campbell
Community.
This program offers residents of Campbell adult day care services five days weekly.
The Saratoga Adult Care Center was designed specifically for less independent older
adults who no longer have the ability to maintain an active, integrated lifestyle within
the community. The program offers Campbell seniors an opportunity to improve their
quality of life by taking part in a positive social environment which provides activities
such as exercise, crafts, music, current events, intergenerational programs,
entertainment, parties, snacks and a hot lunch daily. Caregivers receive respite from
the challenging task of caring for a frail loved one, as well as the opportunity to gain
support from our staff informally, and learn coping skills from caregiver support groups
held both by the Adult Care Center and by the Alzheimer's Association each month at
the center.
4a) List eligibility criteria for program services (residency, age, etc.):
The Adult Care Center is designed for less independent seniors 55 and older.
There are no specific residence requirements but attendees must secure their own
transportation. Our clients come from several communities including Milpitas,
Campbell, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, San Jose and Saratoga. Many
family members choose our location because it is close or in route to their place of
employment or homes.
4b) If fees are required or requested, describe amount, how levied and use
of revenue.
There is a sliding fee scale for all participants that ranges between $18 and $60
per day depending on income level. Once income level is determined, the
appropriate fee is assigned. Most participants survive on very low- incomes and no
one is denied admission to the program because of inability to pay. We
strongly encourage able family members to subsidize payments, especially for
those who cannot afford even the minimum payment. The revenues earned from
program participants cover approximately 63% of program expenses. All revenues
go directly back into the operating budget and are supplemented by donations,
creative fundraising efforts, and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funds.
Social Service Subgrant Application
2009/10
Page 5
5. What are the objectives of your service, program or project? How will your
program meet these objectives?
The purpose of the Adult Care Center is to enhance the quality of life for Saratoga
Area Seniors via specific, ongoing supportive services, made available to lower
income participants. These services incorporate the following objectives:
a) Provide daily respite care to up to 24 frail and less independent participants•
from the West Valley Area of Santa Clara County.
b) Prevent or delay institutionalization of individuals who require considerable
personal assistance.
c) Provide socialization, instruction and structured activities such as exercise,
crafts, skill development and nutritious meals daily for the less independent
elderly in a licensed care facility.
d) Continue to facilitate caregiver support groups twice monthly in cooperation
with the Alzheimer's Association and provide similar support services to local
churches and civic organizations of the West Valley area.
e) Provide respite and improve quality of life for caregivers and eliminate or delay
the high emotional and financial cost of custodial care.
f) Continue utilizing volunteer services to help contain Center costs.
g) Maintain maximum enrollment of approximately 38 participants each month.
h) Increase funding base through local resources, participant fees and fund raising
events in an effort to reduce dependence on City and county funding. Due to
the low- income status of the population served and the service- intensive nature
of the program, becoming self- supporting is not feasible.
The overall goal is to prevent or delay the institutionalization of the frail elderly,
enable them to remain in their homes for as long as possible and improve the
quality of life for the participants and their caregivers. This has remained our goal
throughout our programs history and previous funds from the City of Campbell
have helped us achieve and maintain that goal along with the high quality of
service that we provide to our clients.
6. Please indicate if the proposed service is a new activity, an expansion of an
existing program or a proposal for current service levels.
The proposed service is to maintain our current service levels at their maximum which
is between 20 -24 participants per day, dependent upon acuity levels. We feel that we
can provide the most effective service to each of our clients by keeping the number of
people we care for to this range, five days a week Mondays through Fridays. On an
annual basis we seek to provide unduplicated services to at least 55 people per year.
Although this projection is lower than last year we believe it is a more realistic and
Social Service Subgrant Application
2009/10
Page 6
accurate figure due to an improved audit/tracking of our client intake and services
hours provided. With our current level of staffing and allotted space we feel we can
give a more personalized and higher level of care and attention that our clients require
by keeping our admissions to a these levels while maintaining the extended hours of
care (8:30 am 5:30 pm) which we established in 2005. In this way we provide the
maximum benefit to both our elderly clients and their caregivers.
Our proposed services also include the continuation and planned expansion of an
information referral service, currently serving over 200 community members annually.
7. What measurable benefits will result if this proposal is granted? In particular,
please describe results, products, etc.
If this proposal is granted again this year, it will allow us to maintain the $18,546
currently being used to subsidize Campbell residents. Our basic daily fee for Adult
Day Services is $55 to $60 per day per participant. Of the 6 Campbell residents that
we serve, their average contribution (based on a sliding scale) is $26.90 per day.
Campbell residents average 55 visits per month or 660 visits per year. If we were to
charge these individuals the basic rate of $55 per day we would be increasing our
revenue by $18,546. This figure represents the annual shortfall that could be filled by
others under ideal circumstances
Campbell residents receive excellent Adult Day services and personalized care which
dramatically improves the quality of both their lives and the lives of their caregivers.
They are able to participate in stimulating activities and social events, bringing joy,
laughter and variety to their lives. It has been demonstrated that this provides
significant benefits in terms of not only reduced stress levels for both the participant
and their caregivers but better overall health from being more physically and mentally
active. This type of care can also delay the need for institutionalization, and reduce
costs for other care services that would otherwise be necessary.
For more specific measurements that we use, please see #10 below.
8. If your organization received funding in 2007/08, please quantify the measurable
benefits provided.
Funding was received this year from the City of Campbell in the amount of $4,000.
These funds contribute to enabling us to maintain program content by affording
several new musicians, artists, and entertainment programs that would otherwise not
be provided due to the cutbacks by West Valley College. Most important, all of the
Campbell residents are paying on a sliding scale; this funding helps makes it possible
for them to participate in the program.
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2009/10
Page 7
9. How would your client group meet the needs you defined if your program or
project did not exist?
Our clients would most likely face some or successively all of the following
situations without our program or project:
a) Our clients would remain isolated in their homes without the necessary support
for their activities of daily living, personalized care, socialization or stimulation required to
keep them active and healthy.
b) They would have to be taken to the other day care centers referenced earlier
that are further from their homes if they were able to secure a space in those programs.
c) Many would be prematurely placed in institutionalized care that would be more
expensive thus placing a heavy financial burden on clients and their caregivers and /or
extended families.
d) Caregiver productivity would also decline substantially without our services due
to increased demands by their frail loved ones, and their levels of stress both emotional
and financial would increase if their work/income were affected by this situation.
10. How will you measure effectiveness of your program and how will you use this
information in making management decisions (address issues such as unit
costs, volunteer involvement, qualitative and quantitative evaluation)?
The program's effectiveness is measured by the improvement in clients' mental and
physical functioning, feedback from family members and longevity of their enrollment
at the center. Evaluating and monitoring the care and activities provided at the Center
occur monthly by the Saratoga Adult Care Center Advisory Committee and the Board
of Directors of the Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council. In addition, monthly
staff meetings provide the opportunity to discuss each individual who participates in
the program and evaluate them by using a tool designed by a licensed social worker
that measures acuity levels and ability to continue to participate in the program.
Strict licensing regulations mandate program quality standards as well. However, we
insist on surpassing those standards. For example, licensing requires a one -to- fifteen
staff /client ratio. We maintain a one -to -seven staff /client ratio. Furthermore, we have
volunteers who log in hundreds of volunteer hours annually to ensure that participants
of the program receive a significant amount of one -on -one attention.
Additionally, a caregiver survey is circulated annually and used as a tool to improve
our current services and add new ones.
FUNDING INFORMATION:
Social Service Subgrant Application
2009/10
Page 8
The operating costs of the Saratoga Adult Care Center include salaries, benefits,
member programs and classes, food, supplies, training, audits, insurance, and
necessary licenses and memberships. With intensive volunteer and fundraising
efforts, this program creatively stretches its revenues. The budget is tightly controlled
and the Finance Committee, the Board of Directors and the Executive Director review
expenses monthly. Rent, utilities, and janitorial services are provided in -kind by the
City of Saratoga.
Currently, all of the participants in the Adult Care Center have low to extremely low
incomes. On average, their daily payments are subsidized by approximately $30.00.
With the efficient use of limited resources, the cost of the program is factored at $11
per hour per participant. This is considerably less than in-home or nursing care for an
individual who might otherwise require public support. Funds are requested from the
City of Campbell to partially underwrite the programs and services to our participants.
11. If your program has provided services in the past, what funding sources have
been utilized?
This past year, in addition to the City of Campbell, funding sources have included the
City of Saratoga, St. Andrew's Church, Saratoga Rotary Club, De Anza Kiwanis, Lions
Club, West Valley College, Dorothy Memorial Fund, participant fees, donations,
appeals and fundraisers. Previous funders have also included Sacred Heart Church,
County of Santa Clara Social Services Agency, Silicon Valley Community Foundation,
Caritas Foundation, West Valley College Older Adult Education, and American
Century Companies, Inc.,
12. How do you specifically foresee City funds coordinating with your other funding
sources to complete your total budget?
As we continue to serve clients from the City of Campbell and have received Social
Service Subgrants in previous years, we have included these funds into our budget
projections to help us keep the fees of our Campbell participants at a level that they
can afford. An allocation from City of Campbell would greatly benefit the frail elders
and their caregivers within Campbell's community and would help assure full funding
of our program.
As noted above, we solicit funds from many sources and we are committed to funding
our programs in this way to keep participant fees at an affordable level. No client is
turned away because of the inability to pay.
Social Service Subgrant Application
2009/10
Page 9
13. If your organization is not requesting funds from sources other than the City of
Campbell, please explain.
N/A
14. What is your alternative funding plan if City funds either are not awarded or are
provided at a reduced level?
This year we have put a greater emphasis on outreach and fundraising with the
following initiatives:
Last month launched our Blue Ribbon Task Force (BRTF) which was formed after
diligently recruiting 15 highly proven, talented community leaders from a variety of
backgrounds who have committed to help move SASCC to the next level in terms
of programs, outreach and fundraising.
This month we plan to launch our next big project: the Business Alliance Program
(BAP). With this project will are seeking to identify and align with local area
businesses who are interested in the welfare of the area seniors. The program is
multi leveled where a business owner may choose to sponsor SASCC, offer
discounts to its members, or both. We anticipate that the efforts put into this
program will grow over time into something of tremendous mutual benefit to
SASCC members and our business community. The added benefit will of course be
a growth in membership which will provide additional fees.
We will continue secure substantial volunteer help to meet the demand for human
interaction in our programs which is always increasing.
We are focusing on fewer but larger and more efficient fund raising events in 2009.
And finally we are focusing on applying to a greater number of private foundations
and other organizations who are committed to supporting the needs of frail elderly
citizens.
15. How often are financial records audited and by whom?
The firm of LMGW, Certified Public Accountants, performs annual audits at a cost to
our organization.
16. Is your organization:
incorporated YES X NO
non profit YES X NO
tax exempt YES X NO
Dated: 20
By:
ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION:
18. Organizational Chart: (Attached)
19. Please see attached budget in lieu of budget form provided.
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2009/10
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17. We, the Board of Directors of
do hereby resolve that on 20 the Board
reviewed this application and furthermore, the Board in a proper motion and vote
approved this application for submission.
To the best of our knowledge, all information presented herein is correct and
complete.
Saratoga Adult Care Center
Agency Name
President of the Board, on behalf of the
Board of Directors named above
This application and the information contained herein are true and correct and
complete, to the best of my knowledge.
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WHATEVER IT TAKES.
EL CAMINO HOSPITAL CAPABILITIES
El Camino Hospital
THE HOSPITAL OF SILICON VALLEY
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SERVING SILICON VALLEY SINCE 1961
Sunnyvale
Santa Clara
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Campbell
Saratoga
Menlo Park
Palo Milpitas
El Camino Hospital
THE HOSPITAL OF SILICON VALLEY
TAKING QUALITY CARE
TO THE NEXT LEVEL
HERE AT EL CAMINO HOSPITAL, we believe it's our responsibility to do whatever it takes to deliver the finest possible
medical care to the people we serve. As an independent, nonprofit hospital, we are uniquely empowered to meet that challenge.
That's because we answer to our colleagues and community rather than to a group of corporate stakeholders. This leaves us free
to keep investing and reinvesting in the health of our patients. Our culture goes beyond a can -do attitude: We believe we
can always do better. Our employees don't accept the status quo: They challenge it. Our administration doesn't create obstacles:
It removes them. At El Camino Hospital, ideas are conceived, considered, processed, planned and launched with remarkable
speed and efficiency.
MUCH OF THE INNOVATION AT EL CAMINO HOSPITAL IS DRIVEN BY OUR DOCTORS' VISION AND CREATIVITY.
Because our physicians are empowered to seek out and deploy new treatments and technologies,
we have become a magnet for some of the best medical minds in the nation. What that means to
our patients is access to medical care that is truly state -of- the -art.
WHILE MANY HOSPITALS MAKE INCREMENTAL RENOVATIONS, WE'RE BUILDING AN ENTIRELY NEW FACILITY.
Set to open in the fall of 2009, the future El Camino Hospital will be equipped with the most
sophisticated medical and surgical devices, and fully wired with the latest information technology.
THE LATEST ADVANCES IN SCIENCE AND MEDICINE INFORM OUR EVERY INITIATIVE.
The Genomic Medicine Institute is the nation's first center for this emerging form of "personalized
medicine" that helps practicing physicians determine which therapies will work best with an indi-
vidual's genetic profile through disease- or drug- specific genetic testing. And as we learn more
about how so many diseases affect women differently than men, our Women's Hospital is cer-
tainly an institution whose time has come.
QUALITY CARE NECESSITATES ACCESS TO NEW DEVICES AND TECHNOLOGIES.
Our Center for Technology Integration (CTI) serves as a liaison to the makers of these products. In
addition, the nonprofit Fogarty Institute for Innovation was established on our campus as a place
for physicians and engineers to collaborate and translate their ideas into new advancements.
SINCE FIRST OPENING OUR DOORS IN 1961, we've watched the Silicon Valley become the vanguard of technological
innovation. We have worked hard to meet the high standards and entrepreneurial spirit that characterize this region. Our
efforts have been recognized by medical societies and publications, boards of accreditation, physicians' groups and our
patients. But despite all the honors and accolades, we hope the people we serve still think of us as the Hospital of Silicon
Valle Because for us kee•in: this communit health is more than a mission: It's an honor.
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BUILDING A BETTER HEALTH CAR
We are thrilled to report that construction is in the final phases on the new El Camino Hospital. In addition to meeting
California's strictest seismic standards, the innovative design will allow us to pioneer new approaches to patient comfort,
safety and convenience. And our doctors, nurses and technicians will benefit from the latest wireless technology,
teleconferencin: and .rotected access to online •atient records from anywhere in the building.
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COMMUNIT
EL CAMINO HOSPITAL'S NEW FIVE STORY, 450,000- SQUARE -FOOT FACILITY WILL INCLUDE:
300 licensed beds (85 percent private)
A 36 -bed emergency department with a 10 -bed
observation unit and 16 operating /interventional
treatment rooms
A conference center
Expansion of the central plant
Medical
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Women's
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OVERVIEW OF THE
ELCAMINO HOSPITAL
HEALTH SYSTEM
Los Gatos
Hospital
NTITIES
Heart 8( Vascular Institute
South Asian Heart Cente
APEX Quality Institute II
Center for Technology Integration
Cancer Center
Neuroscience Institute
Genomic Medicine Institute
INSTITUTES
El Camino Hospital Foundation
Silicon Valley Medical Development
El Camino Surgery Center
SUBSIDIARIES
Auxiliary
CONCERN
OFF -SITE FACILITIES
Pathways
Dialysis
YMCA
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
Fogarty Institute for Innovation
RotaCare Clinic
ON-SITE PARTNERS
ENTITIES
EL CAMINO HOSPITAL
For nearly half a century, El Camino Hospital has had a well
deserved reputation for high caliber physicians, innovative
services and a powerful commitment to meeting the needs of
our community. Located on a 41 -acre campus in the heart of
the Silicon Valley, we serve the area encompassing Mountain
View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Sunnyvale, Cupertino and parts
of Palo Alto and San Jose.
The existing El Camino Hospital is a full- service, nonprofit
hospital with 399 licensed beds, a 40 -bed on -site Lucile
Packard Pediatric Unit and 2,292 employees. Fully accredited
by the Joint Commission, California Department of Health and
California Medical Association, we offer a comprehensive range
of inpatient and outpatient services. In the fall of 2009, we will
officially open our new facility.
MEDICAL STAFF
El Camino Hospital has over 2,000 physicians on its medical
staff, 850 of whom are active. Physicians on staff represent
more than 75 different specialties. The number of physicians
applying for privileges at El Camino Hospital has significantly
increased in the past several years. Physicians are expressing
interest in working with the hospital's state -of- the -art technol-
ogy, including the daVinci surgical robot, and participating in
the Fogarty Institute for Innovation and other similar programs.
They also cite the highly professional nursing staff as a reason
for joining the staff. El Camino Hospital is one of only three
hospitals in the Bay Area designated as a Magnet hospital a
sign of nursing excellence.
WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
El Camino Hospital has taken the lead yet again with the cre-
ation of the first Women's Hospital in Northern California.
Consolidating our vast expertise under the banner of a
women's hospital makes a lot of sense. Women make up 65
percent of our patient population, and we provide them with
excellent care. Services at the Women's Hospital go well
beyond the offerings of our award winning Maternal Child
Health Center and Level III NICU. We offer comprehensive
programs for women throughout their lifetimes.
LOS GATOS HOSPITAL
Our service area is growing right along with our reputation for
quality care and technological innovation. In order to better
serve patients from Campbell, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Saratoga
and San Jose, we have purchased the 143 -bed Community
Hospital of Los Gatos. Many El Camino Hospital physicians
already practice in the Los Gatos area as well. Dr. Eric Pifer,
chief medical officer at El Camino Hospital and president of
the upcoming Los Gatos location, will head the Los Gatos
activation team.
DRIVEN, DEDICATED, DELIBERATE.
Dr. Eric A. Pifer, El Camino Hospital's chief medical officer and president of our new
Los Gatos campus, is known to doctors and hospital administrators coast to coast for his
award winning book, Improving Outcomes with Clinical Decision Support. Dr. Pifer is a
recipient of the American Medical Director of Information Systems Award for Excellence
a- 1 Ith s am sio Award.
HEART VASCULAR INSTITUTE
The El Camino Hospital Heart Vascular Institute has become a
trusted resource locally and beyond and with good reason. In
2008, HealthGrades,' a leading independent health care ratings
agency, ranked us number one in the state for overall cardiac
services. And we are the only hospital in the San Jose area to
receive a HealthGrades® five -star rating for comprehensive
cardiac services. What's more, we recently earned accreditation
as a Chest Pain Center a designation that typically indicates
a reduction in heart- attack mortality of as much as 37 percent.
The Heart Vascular Institute is known throughout the state for
emphasis on research, education and a unique level of interdis-
ciplinary collaboration. Our world -class surgeons, cardiologists
and other specialists deliver seamlessly coordinated care to
help patients achieve the best possible outcomes. Sometimes,
this can mean specialized "hybrid" procedures with a team of
surgeons and interventional cardiologists. Our patients have
access to leading -edge treatments like CryoPlasty,, °a technique
that literally freezes off arterial plaque and was developed here
at El Camino Hospital by Dr. James Joye.
CANCER CENTER
Expert cancer care requires the close coordination of many
experts, including surgeons, oncologists, radiation oncologists,
pathologists, specialized nurses and many others. The Cancer
Center at El Camino Hospital allows all these experts to col-
laborate in one convenient location, creating a coordinated,
personalized treatment plan for each patient.
Our world class, board certified oncology specialists are
equipped to deploy all the latest advances in cancer care, from
robotic surgery to brachytherapyfor breast and prostate tumors.
We recently launched the Genomic Medicine Institute to provide
advanced, personalized medicine for cancer patients. And, where
appropriate, we work with partners such as the City of Hope
Cancer Center and the National Cancer Institute to help inter-
ested patients participate in clinical trials. One such effort is an
ongoing trial for the "cancer vaccine," which fights tumors by
stimulating the patient's own immune system.
SOUTH ASIAN HEART CENTER
Statistics and research show that people who trace their origins
to India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal or Sri Lanka
have a rate of coronary artery disease four times that of the
general population. When evaluating and treating this high -risk
population for the risk factors of ischemic heart disease, it is
necessary to go beyond the traditional screening criteria. The
South Asian Heart Center is the first center in the world to
screen and counsel individuals in this high -risk group for
cardiovascular disease. In just our first two years of operation,
we have evaluated and educated over 2,000 people.
NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE
Our Neuroscience Institute, led by internationally renowned
neurosurgeon Dr. James Doty, is deploying some amazing new
treatments and technologies.
Dr. Doty is a pioneer in the field of stereotactic radiosurgery and
the use of the CyberKnife° System and other devices to destroy
solid tumors with exquisitely precise, high- energy beams of
radiation. The availability of this revolutionary surgical tech-
nique is expected to attract patients from all over the nation
and the world. Accuray, the company behind the CyberKnife
System, has plans to make El Camino Hospital its showcase
facility, offering our doctors involvement in research protocols as
well as access to the latest upgrades. The Neuroscience Institute
will also offer minimally invasive outpatient spine surgeries.
These procedures are rarely available anywhere else and allow
for more rapid recoveries from common disc and spine surgery.
The Neuroscience Institute will also foster the growth of the
Stroke Center at El Camino Hospital, led by Dr. Peter Fung. The
Stroke Center has already received a Gold Seal of Approval' as a
Primary Stroke Center from the Joint Commission, as well as a
Stroke Care Excellence Award' from HealthGrades®
APEX QUALITY INSTITUTE
APEX stands for analytics, performance and excellence, which
are the hallmarks of our quality improvement project. Our goal
is to rank in the top five percent of all U.S. hospitals, across all
clinical areas, by 2012. To this end, we have put in place an
analytics platform to measure and analyze performance across
all departments, with dashboards that track performance in
real time. With APEX in place, El Camino Hospital can monitor
and facilitate the exciting journey ahead.
GENOMIC MEDICINE INSTITUTE
El Camino Hospital is the first hospital in the country to establish
a Genomic Medicine Institute for practicing physicians, bringing
the benefits of this exciting new field to our doctors and patients.
Genomics is the study of the functions and interactions among
all the genes in the genome. Genomics allows doctors to predict
efficacy for a specific medication through genetic testing specific
to a rapidly growing number of drugs and diseases. Doctors can
then tailor treatment to the needs of individuals, resulting in a
kind of "personalized medicine."
The implications for health care are enormous. There are
more than 2,000 genetic tests available, from a test that
can predict the efficacy of a psychiatric drug to one that
determines whether chemotherapy is the best option for a
breast cancer patient. And with the number of genetic tests
available to physicians expected to double in a year's time,
the Genomic Medicine Institute will play an increasingly
important role in patient care.
CENTER FOR TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION
As we enter a period of intensive technology investment, we
need to evaluate our equipment, our current and future needs,
our policies and input from physicians and staff. The job of the
CenterforTechnologylntegration (CTI) is to establish and deploy
a rigorous set of technology assessment controls. CTI will serve
as a liaison between the hospital and the makers of new devices
and technologies, and help our various departments with the
selection, integration and utilization of new equipment.
With the number of g enetic tests available to
phyyians expected to double in a year's time,
our Genomic Medicine Institute will play an
increasingly important role in patient care.
PROUD, PASSIONATE, PIONEERING.
Dr. Thomas J. Fogarty is a winner of the world's greatest single award for
invention, the Lemelson -MIT Prize. His inventions have facilitated countless
lifesaving procedures: The balloon embolectomy alone is used in over 300,000
procedures each year. In 2001, Dr. Fogarty was inducted into the
National Inventors Hall of Fame.
SUBSIDIARIES
EL CAMINO HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
The El Camino Hospital Foundation partners with patients,
physicians, employees, community leaders and philanthropists
to raise money for the hospital. These funds enable us to offer
our patients state -of- the -art care and expand our facilities
and offerings, while underwriting our efforts to provide health
services to the economically disadvantaged.
AUXILIARY
The El Camino Hospital Auxiliary has been supporting the
hospital since before we opened our doors in 1961. In addi-
tion to rendering volunteer service to El Camino Hospital, its
patients and the community, the Auxiliary grants scholarships
in health professions and provides financial support for
approved projects. We are proud to have 810 volunteers, ages
14 and up, donating their time to help the hospital and our
patients. To date, volunteers have logged 4.5 million hours of
volunteer service.
CONCERN
CONCERN is El Camino Hospital's Employee Assistance
Program. It is a Knox -Keene licensed, specialized health care
plan that serves over 200,000 employees in more than 260
organizations. The Employee Assistance Program offers indi-
vidual, family and group counseling management support
services; training; and employee seminars on both a national
and international basis. The Work /Life Services provide
resources such as childcare, eldercare, legal, financial and
career management assistance.
PATHWAYS
Pathways is a community- based, not- for profit organization
that helps families care for their loved ones at home. A joint
venture between El Camino Hospital and Sequoia Hospital,
Pathways employs 500 people, serving five counties. Services
include intermittent nursing care, rehabilitation therapy,
hospice, private -pay home -care aides, safety tips and advice.
SILICON VALLEY MEDICAL DEVELOPMENT, LLC
Supporting our physician practices is an important part of
the El Camino Hospital development plan. To this end, we
have created the Silicon Valley Medical Development, LLC.
This group is wholly owned by El Camino Hospital, operating
as an in -house consultancy. The organization is working on
ways to create a clinical enterprise that would allow our
physicians to choose their own level of independence or
ownership interest.
EL CAMINO SURGERY CENTER
Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory
Health Care, the El Camino Surgery Center is nationally recog-
nized as a Center of Excellence. This outpatient ambulatory
surgery facility includes six fully equipped operating rooms
and a procedure /treatment room. The Surgery Center also
provides gastroenterology and pain management procedures.
OFF -SITE FACILITIES
DIALYSIS
Our three dialysis centers provide life- sustaining support for
over 500 patients. They have gained international attention
for pioneering work in daily in- center and home hemodialysis
services. We serve the patients of over 35 local nephrologists,
and we offer them the best in care by providing innovative
treatment protocols.
The Employee Assistance Program offers individual, family and group counseling; management
support services; training; and employee seminars on both a national and international basis.
From left: Erika Ketelsen, Auxiliary President; David Chapman, Chaplaincy Volunteer; HippolyteTelmont, Auxiliary Member
ON -SITE PARTNERS
YMCA
A health resource for both our employees and our patients,
the Mountain View /Los Altos YMCA is collaborating with our
Women's Hospital to offer exercise classes for pregnant
women and new mothers.
LUCILE PACKARD CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
The Lucile Packard Children's Hospital (LPCH) Pediatric Unit
at El Camino Hospital is a collaboration between our two
facilities to provide our kids with the highest level of care. The
40 -bed unit is staffed by highly trained LPCH nurses and other
clinical personnel.
FOGARTY INSTITUTE FOR INNOVATION
The Fogarty Institute for Innovation is an educational nonprofit
that mentors and trains medical innovators. Here, physicians,
engineers and other professionals bridge their respective
disciplines to turn ideas into devices that benefit patient care.
Institute founder Dr. Thomas J. Fogarty chose to collaborate
with El Camino Hospital because of our unyielding commit-
ment to supporting medical innovation. Dr. Fogarty has over
100 patents to his name and is universally recognized as the
preeminent physician innovator of his generation.
ROTACARE CLINIC
The mission of our RotaCare Clinic is to provide relief from
pain and suffering to those most in need and with the least
access to care. The clinic currently provides over 6,000 services
to over 3,000 underserved community members annually.
RotaCare also provides immunization services to nearly 2,700
community members annually.
MEDICAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health Services
Cancer Center
Cardiac Pulmonary Wellness Center
Cath Lab
Chaplaincy Volunteers
Community Health Services
Corporate Health Services
Critical Care Unit
daVinci® Surgical System
Dialysis Services
Emergency Services
Endoscopy
Genomic Medicine Institute
Health Library Resource Center
Heart Vascular Institute
Joint Replacement Program
Laboratory Services
Lactation Services
LPCH Comprehensive
Eating Disorders Program
LPCH Pediatric Unit
Maternal Child Health Center
Neurosciences
Nuclear Medicine
Orthopedic Services
Pathology
Pharmacy
Pulmonary Lab
Radiation Oncology
Radiology Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respiratory Therapy
Road Runners
Senior Services
South Asian Heart Center
Stroke Center
Surgical Services
Telemetry
Vein Center
Weight Loss Surgery Program
ELCAMINO HOSPITAL
BOARD OF DIRECTORS*
Wesley F. Alles, Board Chairperson
Kenneth D. Graham, Chief Executive Officer
Uwe R. Kladde, RN, Board Secretary/Treasurer
Mark). O'Connor, Board Member
David W. Reeder, Board Member
John L. Zoglin, Board Vice Chairperson
*Effective July 1, 2009.
El Camino Hospital
THE HOSPITAL OF SILICON VALLEY
www.elcaminohospital.org 800 216 -5556
2500 GRANT ROAD, MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040