Winford, and up to 12 minutes during peak hours. Helen Mercatoris of Mutual 9 uses the assistance of a rollator to keep her balance when she’s out—and just a cane at home. She’s always used the appointment- based Access Bus to get to her doctor’s appointments at the Optum Health Care Center. Despite no substantive change to the Access Bus service model, appointments have increased 37%

Karaoke every Wednesday night from 5:30-9:30 in Clubhouse 1 is a lively gathering filled with music, laughter and friendly faces. On March 18, Nancy Fitch, joined by her daughter Lucy, had great fun with “Sixteen Tons.” Ren Villineauva—who delighted the crowd by introducing himself as a Filipino leprechaun—gave a heartfelt rendition of “Danny Boy.” David Noble invited everyone to

recycling company and longterm partner of TAE. The piles of e-waste served as a visible measure of their impact, with 856 pounds of batteries and 2,219 pounds of e-waste collected at the event. The collaboration was a twoway street of inspiration. The TAE teens brought their characteristic passion and strong belief in youth activism to the cause, demonstrating the power of young leaders in

The GRF Recreation Department is co-sponsoring a new study with Pepperdine University to examine how seniors view and utilize technology to support independent living. The survey is being conducted by social science researchers Dr. Doreen Shanahan and Dr. Jillian Alderman. Paper copies of the survey are also available at the Recreation Office, located on the ground floor of Building 5. Responses

The LW Arirang Club meets Sundays upstairs in Clubhouse 6 from 5-8 p.m. The club previously met on Fridays, but changed the schedule to reduce noise impact on people exercising at the gym. The club provides residents the opportunity to experience Arirang while learning to play and enjoy the janggu, a traditional a Korean hourglassshaped drum, and to drum. Playing the janggu and drum helps participants

Leisure World’s No. 1 country rock band, Abilene, returns to Clubhouse 2 on Saturday, March 28, at 7 p.m., sponsored by OsteoStrong Seal Beach. Stop by their table to enter a special drawing. Local businesses make dances possible. Doors open at 6. Reserving tables is prohibited. All concerts are free but tips are accepted and appreciated.