Tag: Seniors

  • Much-Wanted Senior Programs Coming to Park de la Cruz

    By Megan Burks The city of San Diego’s infrastructure committee has signed off on money for a recreation building at Park de la Cruz in City Heights, where city and county senior programs could find a home if the City Council approves. City Heights seniors began building their own network of older neighbors to socialize…

  • In Lieu of a Senior Center, City Heights Retirees Form Network of Support

    Video Credit: Brian Myers, Media Arts Center San Diego By Megan Burks Twice a month older residents in a hilly, residential section of City Heights meet to play board games. This week, it’s Mexican train, a game similar to dominoes. Each neighbor takes turns hosting a game, while everyone else takes responsibility for snacks. “When…

  • City Heights Square Mini Park Opens

    A new mini-park designed for adults opened in City Heights, with plenty of open space and public art. | Video Credit: Nicholas McVicker By Dwane Brown A new mini-park opened today in City Heights — a neighborhood where green space and recreation areas are in short supply. The 5,300-square-foot park is located on 43rd Street…

  • Many Grandparents Who Care for Grandchildren Struggle to Make Ends Meet

    By Kenny Goldberg Grandparents who raise their grandchildren may be among the most economically vulnerable people in California – a new report reveals the state’s high cost of living puts these older adults in a tough spot. Shearl Lambert of San Diego, and her husband are bringing up three grandchildren ages 10, 14 and 15.…

  • Sequestration Hits Low-Income Seniors

    Seniors eat lunch at the Gary and Mary West Senior Wellness Center in downtown San Diego on Monday, June 10, 2013. | Photo Credit: Susan Murphy, KPBS By Susan Murphy The Sequestration fallout is set to reach one of San Diego’s most vulnerable populations –- low-income seniors. The drastic cuts to vital programs could take…