Why can’t you find any lions after August?

Because the pride goeth before the fall.

John will be out of office on Friday, August 22^nd and Monday, August 25^th. There will be no tech help on either of these days and no tech 101 class on Friday, August 22^nd.
 
We have been informed that many of the elevator issues that we have been experiencing are a result of holding elevator doors open. We ask that you please do not hold the elevator doors open to help us ensure that our program can be accessible for others.

Here’s a look at the programming we have going on this month:

• On August 13^th and August 27^th at 1:30pm join our social worker, Syl, for Roundtable Conversations. In these social roundtables, he will lead you through light, thought-provoking conversations designed to spark reflection and build new friendships. Each session starts with a fun icebreaker, followed by a relaxed discussion around a broad topic relevant to our lives and experiences. Whether you’re a regular or new to the center, Roundtable Conversations is a space to engage, listen, and share with fellow community members you may not usually get to know. Everyone is welcome! This month’s topics will be: “Advice that you would give your 18 year old self” and “What issues do you hope to see resolved  in your lifetime”
• John will teach four tech 101 classes in August.
  • He will cover Internet Basics on Friday, August 1^st at 10am.
  • He will discuss Internet Safety on Friday, August 8^th at 10am.
  • On Wednesday, August 13^th he will stream a special presentation at the center covering Artificial Intelligence for Seniors. Please note that this is in place of the typical Friday class and there will be NO tech 101 class Friday, August 15^th.
  • He will provide Internet Tips and Tricks on Friday, August 29^th.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the program! For more information on our programming, calendar, and lunch menu, please follow the links to the right of the page.

Lunch Update: As we mentioned last month, all six of HIP’s AmeriCorps workers have been terminated or put on unpaid leave by DOGE and the Trump administration. You can read HIP’s full statement here: https://hungerintervention.org/2025/04/29/urgent-update-cuts-to-the-americorps-program-and-the-harms-to-our-community/

HIP has found some temporary solutions to help retain staff throughout the summer, however, our lunch program will likely be impacted at some point. While we do not know exactly what that will look like, we will do our best to keep you updated with any changes to our program as soon as we find out about them.

John is back at Lake City Seniors three days a week and Tech help has resumed regular hours. To schedule an appointment with John, please give him a call at (206) 268-6741

Here’s a look at the programming we have going on this month:

• On Friday, June 6th from 1pm to 3pm, we will be holding a Tech Support Resource fair. Digital Navigator John will be joined by tech-savvy volunteers who would love to meet you and offer support. No appointments necessary. Simply stop by to meet volunteers from Cambia Health and Accenture who are partnering with Sound Generations to host this event. Enjoy refreshments and snacks, engaging conversation, a gratitude station where you can create a collage that inspires you and reflects on what you’re grateful for, a letter writing station where you can write letters to others who could use a message of hope and inspiration, and a tech support station to help you access your resources.
• Join Silver Screeners for popcorn and a movie followed by a discussion with a volunteer from Scarecrow Video. This month’s movie will be Best in Show and will be shown on Monday, June 9^th at 1:30pm. Best in Show is a behind-the-scenes look into the highly competitive and cut-throat world of dog shows through the eyes of a group of ruthless dog owners.
• On June 11^th and June 25^th at 1:30pm join our social worker, Syl, for Roundtable Conversations. In these social roundtables, he will lead you through light, thought-provoking conversations designed to spark reflection and build new friendships. Each session starts with a fun icebreaker, followed by a relaxed discussion around a broad topic relevant to our lives and experiences. Whether you’re a regular or new to the center, Roundtable Conversations is a space to engage, listen, and share with fellow community members you may not usually get to know. Everyone is welcome!
• On Monday, June 16^th at 1:30pm Dr. Shivani Patel will hold a presentation on Hearing Loss. In this presentation she will discuss how to identify and understand hearing loss and how hearing loss can be associated with other health issues such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, risk of falls, social isolation and cognitive decline. She will also discuss options for treating hearing loss as well as myths and facts surrounding hearing aids.
• On Friday June 20^th we will hold a Tech Repairs Workshop at 1:00pm. No personal devices are required! This workshop will discuss:
  • Refurbishing basics and what to look for in a reliable, secondhand device
  • How to recycle electronics responsibly
  • Practical tips to avoid viruses and online scams
  • Simple recovery steps in case someone falls for a scam
• On Monday, June 23^rd at 1:30pm Trichell from Salaal Credit Union will hold a fraud prevention presentation where you will discuss what elder abuse and financial exploitation is, current scams that are around and how they relate to you, how to protect yourself and resources that are available to you.
• The Pro Bono Council will be back on Wednesday, June 26th for one-on-one legal planning. At the Legal Planning clinic, you can connect with an attorney for free for legal help completing power of attorney and advance directive documents. An appointment is required. Call (425) 780-5589 to schedule your appointment.
• On Monday, June 30^th, the Mobile Community Service Office from the Department of Social and Health Services will be visiting to provide one-on-one help from 10:00am-2:00pm. At this event you can apply for Cash Assistance, Basic food assistance, medical assistance, and the Medicare savings program. You can also drop off paperwork, complete an eligibility review, mid-certification review or make changes to an existing case.
• John will teach two classes AI in June. On Friday, June 13^th at 10am we will discuss: What is AI? In this class you will learn the basics of AI and what exactly it is. We will discuss current events and learn where it might be going next. On Friday, June 27^th at 10am we will discuss: How to Use Simple AI Tools. In this class you will learn about available simple tools to use AI. We will discuss ways AI can be helpful and how you can use it to find information and organize your plans.

  
We look forward to seeing everyone at the program! For more information on our programming, calendar, and lunch menu, please follow the links to the right of the page.

In an effort to be as transparent as possible, we wanted to update you on some of the changing circumstances around the lunch program. As you may have heard, last week all six of HIP’s AmeriCorps workers were terminated or put on unpaid leave by DOGE and the Trump administration. This includes Zahraa, Cameron, Alyssa, Aidyn, Charlotte, and Amariah. You can read HIP’s full statement here: https://hungerintervention.org/2025/04/29/urgent-update-cuts-to-the-americorps-program-and-the-harms-to-our-community/

Since last week, HIP has found some temporary solutions to help retain staff on a limited basis, however, our lunch program will likely be impacted going forward. While we do not know exactly what that will look like, we will do our best to keep you updated with any changes to our program as soon as we find out about them.
 
John will be back at Lake City Seniors three days a week and Tech help will resume regular hours starting Friday, May 2nd. To schedule an appointment with John, please give him a call at (206) 268-6741

A reminder that we will not hold any programming on Monday, May 26th in observation of Memorial Day. There will also be no meals served so please plan accordingly.

Here’s a look at the programming we have going on this month:

• Join Silver Screeners for popcorn and a movie followed by a discussion with a volunteer from Scarecrow Video. This month’s movie will be Erin Brockovich and will be shown on Monday, May 12th at 1:30pm. Erin Brockovich is an American biographical legal drama. The film is a dramatization of the true story of Erin Brockovich, portrayed by Julia Roberts, who initiated a legal case against the Pacific Gas and Electric Company over its culpability for the Hinkley groundwater contamination incident.
• John will teach a series of classes on digital entertainment in May. Join one, or all the classes on Fridays at 10am! The topics will be: Games and Apps on Friday, May 2^nd; Photos and Art on Friday, May 16^th; Streaming Music and Podcasts on Friday, May 23^rd; and Streaming Videos on Friday, May 30^th. NO registration is required.
• On Friday, June 6th from 1pm to 3pm, we will be holding a Tech Support Resource fair. Digital Navigator John will be joined by tech-savvy volunteers who would love to meet you and offer support. No appointments necessary. Simply stop by to meet volunteers from Cambia Health and Accenture who are partnering with Sound Generations to host this event. Enjoy refreshments and snacks, engaging conversation, a gratitude station where you can create a collage that inspires you and reflects on what you’re grateful for, a letter writing station where you can write letters to others who could use a message of hope and inspiration, and a tech support station to help you access your resources.

  
We look forward to seeing everyone at the program! For more information on our programming, calendar, and lunch menu, please follow the links to the right of the page.