Spectrum Community Services, Inc.

Thank you Pleasanton California Chamber of Commerce for helping to spread the word about "Show Your Love".

Now through January 4, Spectrum Community Services has an opportunity to benefit from the Subaru Share the Love Event. Visit your local retailer for more information!

Don't forget to purchase your tickets for our Virtual Cooking & Wine Event, Show Your Love. Space is LIMITED and tickets are selling fast! https://spectrumcs.z2systems.com//cl/spectrumcs/event.jsp&

Spectrum wishes everyone a happy and safe holiday week!

Tickets are officially on sale!!! This unique and amazing FRIEND-raiser, benefitting Spectrum's senior meals program, will sell out. Don't miss your chance to Show Your Love.

Spectrum thanks Subaru for this year’s Share The Love event. We are looking forward to seeing the impact of this events proceeds!

Thank you Hacienda Online for helping to spread the word about our upcoming event "Show Your Love". https://www.hacienda.org//hac/community-news/2021/spectrum

Thank you to all who donated to our Meals on Wheels seniors wishlist! We are proud to announce that ALL of our seniors requests were fulfilled and distributed!

Thank you Granada Dance Team. This will definitely help our seniors.

Today is the last day of the Subaru Share The Love event! This event benefits our Meals on Wheels program. Check out the link for more information.

Spectrum wishes you a Happy New Year! If a new car is part of your resolution, be sure to check out the Subaru Share The Love Event-proceeds benefit our Meals on Wheels program!

From PG&E: PG&E hosts online webinars throughout each year for anyone who is interested in learning more about our Community Wildfire Safety Program. These virtual gatherings allow community members to learn more about wildfire safety and emergency preparedness, meet with PG&E representatives, ask questions and share feedback. PG&E Safety Virtual Town Hall... 6 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 16 Click this link to join: Toll-Free Attendee Dial-in: (844) 738-1853 Conference ID: 9968387 See more

"I just wanted to thank Spectrum for all you do for the local communities. It is such a blessing to know that I don't have to cook. God bless you all and those who volunteer and deliver the food. Thanks - Bob" Aww, Bob, messages like yours are the reason we all get up and come to work everyday!!! Thank you so much for the kind words and for recognizing the work that Spectrum does. We're so happy we can help take away the worry and stress of where you next meal is coming from. #mealsonwheels #feedingseniors #spectrumcs #alamedacounty #morethanameal #SeniorNutrition

Only a few days left for the Subaru Share The Love event! https://www.subaru.com/share-the-love.html

Growing Together Project and Numi Foundation. Thanks to an anonymous donor interested in funding a project for low-income seniors in Oakland, 300 households are now receiving 10 pounds a week of farm fresh, organic produce. That’s 3,000 pounds every week!!! We are so happy when we are able to connect Spectrum clients to additional community resources. The FARMS to COMMUNITIES initiative has addressed food insecurity in Oakland during the pandemic while supporting local far...mers and communities by connecting them through food. Thanks to the generosity of a funder, farm fresh, organic produce is being purchased from local farmers and delivered to active seniors in Oakland at no cost to them. Sample product lists were distributed for indicating which items our seniors were most interested in receiving, thereby creating customized fresh produce based on their input, so as to reduce food waste. Consideration of in-season produce and cost analysis also help determine what goes into each box, each week. In addition to this free seniors program, the group is also hoping to serve some of the 1,600 low-income Oakland families they made free deliveries to, but they can only do that if new customers in Oakland sign up at $35/week for home deliveries of 15 pounds a week, a savings of about $15 off grocery store prices. If you or someone you know lives in the City of Oakland and would like to find out more about Farms to Communities, click here. https://buff.ly/31xm2Rs #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #oakland #seniorcenter #numifoundation #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

We know that you have many options when it comes to your end-of-year giving. Why not choose Spectrum Community Services? We are using gifts - big and small - to help seniors and low-income families stay in their own homes through programs like Meals on Wheels and Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Energy Programs. https://spectrumcs.org/donate P.S. The CARES Act of 2020 (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act), has created special incentives for caring people li...ke you to help nourish seniors while taking advantage of special tax benefits this year. This includes an above-the-line $300 charitable deduction, even if you don’t itemize. You may wish to talk with your tax professional, but Spectrum Community Services is recognized as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization by the IRS, meaning your contribution may be tax-deductible as provided by law.

VOLUNTEER WITH US! We are in critical need of volunteers in West Oakland and Alameda, Monday-Friday from 11am-1pm. As a volunteer, you will play a vital role in our mission to feed the need by delivering meals to high risk seniors, identifying potential seniors in need and helping them sign up for the program. During the outbreak of COVID-19, all of our sites have adapted to keep our seniors and our volunteers safe by moving to cold, seal-packed meals that are handed out or... delivered to minimize direct contact. Compassionate, devoted volunteers are the blood and bone of Spectrum’s Senior Meals Program. Under our program, people who volunteer their time and energy serve over 600 meals everyday across 15 sites in Alameda County. Please visit https://spectrumcs.org/volunteers to sign up online.

From PG&E: Many of us will continue to spend more time at home this fall. You may be able to save on heating and cooling costs, increase comfort and be eligible for rebates up to $120 with a smart thermostat when you also sign up for a Time-of-Use rate plan. Smart thermostats and a Time-of-Use rate plan can work together to lower energy bills and costs when you program your heating or cooling to run during times when energy demand and prices are lower.

Voter registration deadline is Monday, October 19! Visit the link for voter information and a link to register to vote!

Joining us today for our Pass The Bag Video series is Alameda County Supervisor and former Executive Director of Spectrum Community Services Richard Valle! As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

Spectrum Supporter and Union City Mayor Carol Dutra-Vernaci joins us for Pass The Bag! As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

Check out what the team at Granite Insurance Brokers Insurance Brokers has to say about Pass The Bag! Shawn, Shari, Stacilynn, Tina & all the staff at Granite Insurance Brokers have been so supportive of Spectrum and Feed the Need over the past few years. Here's what the reigning Tri-Valley Throwdown Champs had to say in their video. As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous... supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

Spectrum is proud to be a part of Subaru of America, Inc.'s annual Share The Love event! Now through January 4, 2021, with every new Subaru purchased or leased at one of the 632 participating Subaru retailers nationwide, Subaru will donate $250 to the customer's choice of charities. Our Meals on Wheels program will benefit from this event's proceeds.

Spectrum would like to recognize the first day of Hanukkah 2020. Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate!

Joining us this week for our Pass The Bag video series: Spectrum supporter Marti Sutton! Marti has graciously served as the Chair the the Feed the Need planning committee for 3 years and we think she's just AMAZING! As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

This week I am highlighting Spectrum Community Services, Inc. Help Feed the Need by sending a nutritious meal to a senior in need over the holiday season. Every... $10 feeds a senior for a day. Go to https://www.spectrumcs.org/donate to make a donation. It’s more than just a meal. Join me in making a difference in someone’s life today. #feedingseniors #FeedTheNeed

THANK YOU so much for your support of older adults Bill Quirk #mealsonwheels #feedtheneed #seniors

Happy Friday! Today, we continue our Pass The Bag video series with Spectrum supporter Darryl Glass! Darryl is a member of the Feed the Need planning committee and his company Advent Properties, Inc. are not only former event sponsors, but reigning champions of the Feed the Need throwdown and holders of the Golden Lunch bag trophy. As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous... supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

***Statewide Flex Alert today, Thursday, October 1.*** From Alameda Municipal Power: Today's statewide Flex Alert runs from 3 p.m.-10 p.m. AMP is asking our customers to voluntarily conserve energy during this time to reduce demand and avoid or lessen the duration of potential power outages.... Here are some tips to help you save energy: -Try not to use major appliances like your oven, dishwasher, clothes washer and dryer, as they all give off heat when used. Also, please don't use them between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. today. -Turn off unnecessary lights. -Set your thermostat to 78, if heath permits Thank you for conserving energy.

Continuing our Pass The Bag video series with Spectrum supporter and Newark Mayor Alan Nagy! As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

We’re so excited to launch our Pass the Bag video series!!! Today’s video features Livermore Mayor John Marchand. Every few days, we will release a video spotlighting a different Spectrum supporter from our local community. As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

Spectrum Community Services is honored to have had Congressman Eric Swalwell yesterday join our Meals on Wheels team and deliver meals throughout Livermore! #mealsonwheels #volunteer

Fall Prevention TIP #5: Find the perfect pair of shoes...and get TWO pairs! Wear non-skid, rubber-soled, low-heeled shoes, or lace-up shoes with non-skid soles that fully support your feet. AND buying a 2nd pair to wear in the house will help keep outside germs outside where they belong!... Exercising at home may make some folks think that they don’t have to worry about what is on their feet. Please wear proper footwear while exercising and moving around your home.

Wishing a Happy Diwali to all who celebrate!

All of us at Spectrum Community Services would like to thank all who have served. Thank you for your service!

Fall Prevention TIP #4: Light up your living space! Keep your home brightly lit to avoid tripping on objects that are hard to see. Also: Place night lights in your bedroom, bathroom and hallways.... Place a lamp within reach of your bed for middle-of-the-night needs. Make clear paths to light switches that aren't near room entrances. Consider trading traditional switches for glow-in-the-dark or illuminated switches. Turn on the lights before going up or down stairs. Store flashlights in easy-to-find places in case of power outages.

We are honored to have been selected by the Pleasanton California Chamber of Commerce for the Excellence in Service award as part of the Community Service Award Honorees! We are grateful for our relationship with the Pleasanton community and look forward to continuing to serve seniors and low-income individuals who need our services the most!

"I just wanted to thank Spectrum for all you do for the local communities. It is such a blessing to know that I don't have to cook. God bless you all and those who volunteer and deliver the food. Thanks - Bob" Aww, Bob, messages like yours are the reason we all get up and come to work everyday!!! Thank you so much for the kind words and for recognizing the work that Spectrum does. We're so happy we can help take away the worry and stress of where you next meal is coming from. #mealsonwheels #feedingseniors #spectrumcs #alamedacounty #morethanameal #SeniorNutrition

Growing Together Project and Numi Foundation. Thanks to an anonymous donor interested in funding a project for low-income seniors in Oakland, 300 households are now receiving 10 pounds a week of farm fresh, organic produce. That’s 3,000 pounds every week!!! We are so happy when we are able to connect Spectrum clients to additional community resources. The FARMS to COMMUNITIES initiative has addressed food insecurity in Oakland during the pandemic while supporting local far...mers and communities by connecting them through food. Thanks to the generosity of a funder, farm fresh, organic produce is being purchased from local farmers and delivered to active seniors in Oakland at no cost to them. Sample product lists were distributed for indicating which items our seniors were most interested in receiving, thereby creating customized fresh produce based on their input, so as to reduce food waste. Consideration of in-season produce and cost analysis also help determine what goes into each box, each week. In addition to this free seniors program, the group is also hoping to serve some of the 1,600 low-income Oakland families they made free deliveries to, but they can only do that if new customers in Oakland sign up at $35/week for home deliveries of 15 pounds a week, a savings of about $15 off grocery store prices. If you or someone you know lives in the City of Oakland and would like to find out more about Farms to Communities, click here. https://buff.ly/31xm2Rs #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #oakland #seniorcenter #numifoundation #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

From PG&E: Many of us will continue to spend more time at home this fall. You may be able to save on heating and cooling costs, increase comfort and be eligible for rebates up to $120 with a smart thermostat when you also sign up for a Time-of-Use rate plan. Smart thermostats and a Time-of-Use rate plan can work together to lower energy bills and costs when you program your heating or cooling to run during times when energy demand and prices are lower.

Voter registration deadline is Monday, October 19! Visit the link for voter information and a link to register to vote!

Spectrum Supporter and Union City Mayor Carol Dutra-Vernaci joins us for Pass The Bag! As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

***Statewide Flex Alert today, Thursday, October 1.*** From Alameda Municipal Power: Today's statewide Flex Alert runs from 3 p.m.-10 p.m. AMP is asking our customers to voluntarily conserve energy during this time to reduce demand and avoid or lessen the duration of potential power outages.... Here are some tips to help you save energy: -Try not to use major appliances like your oven, dishwasher, clothes washer and dryer, as they all give off heat when used. Also, please don't use them between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. today. -Turn off unnecessary lights. -Set your thermostat to 78, if heath permits Thank you for conserving energy.

Continuing our Pass The Bag video series with Spectrum supporter and Newark Mayor Alan Nagy! As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

We’re so excited to launch our Pass the Bag video series!!! Today’s video features Livermore Mayor John Marchand. Every few days, we will release a video spotlighting a different Spectrum supporter from our local community. As seniors in Alameda County are still facing food insecurity and isolation, we’re serving more seniors now than ever before because of generous supporters like you. It only takes $10 to provide a local senior with a healthy, nutritious meal and a daily wellness check. Can you help us Feed the Need by making a gift today? Donations can be made online at https://buff.ly/36cnyvm. #feedingseniors #SpectrumCS #MealsonWheels #FeedtheNeed #passthebag #CityofLivermore #AlamedaCounty #BayArea #Hayward #SanLeandro #SanLorenzo #CastroValley #Dublin #Pleasanton #Livermore

Fall Prevention Tip #3: Install grab bars and handrails. These safety devices are crucial for going up and down stairs, getting on and off the toilet, and stepping in and out of the bathtub without injuring yourself. Gary Kaplan, DO, founder and medical director of the Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine in McLean, Virginia, suggests installing grab bars by toilets and bathtubs and handrails in stairways and hallways. Have a handyman or family member help with this if necessary.

Fall Prevention Tip #2: Repair or remove tripping hazards at home. Sometimes home fixtures can contribute to falls, which can then lead to back pain and other injuries. Examine every room and hallway, looking for items such as loose carpet, slippery throw rugs, or wood floorboards that stick up. Then repair, remove, or replace those items for more effective fall prevention.

Fall Prevention Tip #1: #CleaningOutTheClutter Less clutter lessens the chance of falling

It's National Fall Prevention Awareness Week!!! Spectrum Fall Prevention is hosting a workshop full of fun and information Please join us tomorrow: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 12:30pm to 3:00pm... Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89375506694 AGENDA 12:30 12:45 Meet and greet 12:45 1:00 National Council on Aging Falls Free Checkup 12 questions to assess your risks: https://www.ncoa.org/h/falls-prevention/falls-free-checkup/ 1:00 2:00 Fall Prevention 101 presentation 2:00 2:30 Demonstration: How to get up from a fall 2:30 3:00 Tips, tricks, questions and answers Hope to see you there!

It's National #VoterRegistrationDay Register to #vote! Make your vote counts! Take a moment to register to vote or update your registration online at: NationalVoterRegistrationDay.org

Happy Rosh Hashana! May your year ahead be filled with good health, happiness and success. Happy New Year! Shana Tova!

Let us help you pay your PG&E bill https://spectrumcs.org/energy-services/liheap

A Support Group to address and explore the ways in which COVID-19 has impacted families. These groups can provide a safe and confidential space for: -Stress Relief for Parents & Caregivers -Exploration of Strategies for Limit Setting and Addressing Challenging Behaviors... -Identifying Ways to Improve Communication Between Family Members Drop in on Mondays at 10:00 - 11:30 am or Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Space is limited, reserve your spot. Register here: https://buff.ly/3bGbJOA or for more information call (510) 574-2100 email: [email protected]

This year, United Seniors of Oakland’s 17th annual Healthy Living Festival will take place virtually. Although this year’s event will not take place at the Oakland Zoo, the HLF will still include key elements, including information on exercise, emergency preparedness, food, entertainment, and more. Participation in the event is FREE and registration is not required to view the event. Seniors who register before September 11th will receive a... free meal and swag bag. To register and indicate if you will grab and go or need delivery of your meal and swag bag, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/hlf2020. For more information on the event call 510.272.6694 or email Sara Appelbaum at [email protected].

We were showcased in an article in the latest issue of Pleasanton Weekly! Check us out on page 8. https://buff.ly/3ipCklT

THIS FRIDAY! Sign up today Wildfire season is here. We are already seeing extremely destructive fires across the state. Join us with Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan for a Wildfire Preparedness + Property Insurance Virtual Town Hall.... Register here: https://buff.ly/2GaRUmS

Fall Prevention Tip: Exercise and prevent falls at home. Paying attention to risk factors like physical weakness, medications that make you dizzy or sleepy, or even clutter around your house can make a big difference. Research shows being aware of existing risk factors can significantly reduce the chances of falling. #StayStrongLiveLong

Wildfire season is here. We are already seeing extremely destructive fires across the state. Join us for a Wildfire Preparedness + Property Insurance Virtual Town Hall. Register here: https://buff.ly/2GaRUmS

The City of Fremont’s Air Quality Center will be open TODAY for those that need some relief from outdoor conditions. Fremont Community Center 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy. (This center is within Central Park)... Wednesday, August 26 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Social distancing practices are in place during the COVID-19 pandemic and face coverings are required. If you arrive without one, you will be provided one from City staff. For the most up to date information, please visit their website: https://buff.ly/3lvoBMe

Volunteer with Spectrum Community Services! Not only do we improve senior health through good nutrition, but also by providing welcoming sites where seniors can get out of their homes, check-in, and socialize from a safe distance.... For information contact: Assata Bilal 510-760-3342 [email protected]

Even for Bay Area residents not actively fleeing the dozens of wildfires burning in the region, the infernos have sent unhealthy smoke wafting across the sky and dusted cars and houses in ash. Hot weather is expected to continue, especially in the East Bay and South Bay. And the coronavirus pandemic is still a serious threat. Here are seven tips for staying safe and healthy during fire season. https://buff.ly/3iWbilK

One of the City of Fremont’s Cooling/Air Quality Centers is open this weekend for those that need some relief from outdoor conditions. Fremont Community Center 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy. (This center is within Central Park)... Saturday, August 22: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, August 23: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Social distancing practices are in place during the COVID-19 pandemic and face coverings are required. If you arrive without one, you will be provided one from City staff. For the most up to date information, please visit our website: Fremont.gov/CivicAlerts

Today is World Senior Citizens Day! We continue helping Seniors in Alameda County. Help us help them! https://spectrumcs.org/donate

Flex Alerts are voluntary calls for consumers to conserve electricity. Set your air conditioner to 78 or higher, if health permits Use major appliances (laundry) before 3:00 p.m. Turn off all unnecessary lights... More tips: http://www.flexalert.org/save-energy/energy-saving-tips See more

The Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning starting at 4 pm this afternoon for Monterey/San Benito and 11 pm elsewhere due to risk of dry lightning and new fire starts until 11 am. The heat is shaping up to possibly force another series of rolling blackouts late Monday as the state approaches its electrical grid capacity.

California’s power grid operators said Monday millions of the state’s utility customers are expected lose electrical power starting Monday afternoon and continuing Tuesday, as the Golden State struggles to supply power during a record heat wave. Blackouts could begin around 4 p.m. and continue through 10 p.m. and are expected to last between 1 to 2 hours, said Steve Berberich, CEO of the California Independent System Operator, which runs the state’s power grid. https://buff.ly/315YK5c

Check out the new website to make sure you are ready to VOTE in November!

Earlier this month, the Tri-Valley Nonprofit Fund (TVNF), reached its second round funding goal, distributing another $10,000 each in unrestricted funds to its six designated beneficiaries supporting residents in the Tri-Valley area adversely impacted by COVID-19. #SpectrumCommunityServices is honored to be one of 6 beneficiary organizations. Thank you #TVNF.

Tips on saving water and energy

Imagine this scenario, perhaps a year or two in the future: An effective COVID-19 vaccine is routinely available and the world is moving forward. Life, however, will likely never be the same particularly for people over 60. That is the conclusion of geriatric medical doctors, aging experts, futurists and industry specialists. Experts say that in the aftermath of the pandemic, everything will change, from the way older folks receive health care to how they travel and shop. Also overturned: their work life and relationships with one another. -Kaiser Health News https://buff.ly/2BXaptq

We continue to need volunteers to serve meals to our homebound seniors in the Tri-Valley. If you would like to help please contact us via the Meals on Wheels volunteer button (https://spectrumcs.org/volunteers). We will be in contact shortly. Thank you for choosing to help serve our community.

Thank you Julie Sumiki- State Farm Agent for your generous donation to Spectrum Community Services. Julie and her State Farm family were planning to participate in this year's Feed the Need event. The proceeds from Feed the Need help fund Spectrum's Senior Nutrition Programs. Even though the event may have been cancelled, the need remains. In fact, demand for both meal delivery and pick-up meals has increased dramatically during COVID-19. THANK YOU Julie Sumiki- State Farm Agent!!!!

Kitchen tips for summer.

Apply for the Pacific Gas and Electric Company Medical Baseline Program - get a LOWER RATE! Due to COVID-19, signature by a qualified medical practitioner is NOT REQUIRED to apply at this time - APPLY TODAY! https://buff.ly/32QV7RT The Medical Baseline Program, also known as Medical Baseline Allowance, is an assistance program for residential customers who depend on power for certain medical and independent living needs. ... The program includes two different kinds of help: A lower rate on your monthly energy bill Extra notifications in advance of a Public Safety Power Shutoff

Last week, the Tri-Valley Nonprofit Fund reached their second-round goal of $60,000. The Matching Funds Partners that made this second round possible were Marti and John Sutton, St. Charles Borromeo, Gene Morgan Insurance Agency and Mony Nop Real Estate. Community contributions also came in strong and included several online concert fund raisers and recitals highlighting amateur musicians from all walks of life! It is an honor for Spectrum Community Services to be chosen as one of the recipients of these funds. www.tvnpa.org/tvnf www.chefgivingcommunity.org/tvnf