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18255 Victory Blvd.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818)705-2345
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8956 Vanalden Ave.
Northridge, CA 91324
(818)654-8376
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Ann has been an active member of ONEgeneration’s Senior Enrichment Center for 15 years and teaches an acrylic painting class called Painting Without Fear every Tuesday. Her favorite classes to take are the dance classes, especially Zumba, which she has been attending for 12 years! Ann is a native Angeleno, born and raised in the city. She moved frequently throughout her childhood due to her father’s acting career, but her favorite place to live was Huntington Park, a wonderful community where she lived and taught for several decades.
Art has always been a part of her life, but teaching is her true passion. Ann has taught a wide range of ages and classes throughout her career. She taught preschoolers in the LAUSD preschool program, students at Cal State LA, and held various positions at St. Matthias, an all-girls Catholic school in Huntington Park, where she taught for 45 years! There, she developed a four-year art program, taught drama (putting on two plays each year), and taught English classes when needed. Read more here.
Join Ann’s art class, Painting Without Fear, in the OSEC Art Room every Tuesday from 10:00-11:00am.
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Every Sunday at the Encino Farmers Market, volunteers are stationed at the entrance gates to assist visitors with market information, distribute EBT benefits, and warmly welcome attendees. These dedicated high school volunteers are members of the National Charity League, San Fernando Valley Chapter (NCL), and commit to serving as market volunteer Captains for a minimum of two years. Many of them have been with us from 9th to 12th grade.
As volunteer Captains, they support the Market Manager and fellow volunteers, beginning their duties before 7am! They operate on a rotating schedule, with each volunteer assigned to serve once a month.
We are immensely grateful for the NCL volunteers who enhance our market each week, particularly these 16 remarkable young women who are devoted to making a positive impact in their community.
Thank you to our current Volunteer Captains and to all those who have served us over the years! The Encino Farmers Market is open every Sunday, 8am to 1pm, we hope that you will stop by to say Hi!
| | Encino Farmers Market - Every Sunday 8am to 1pm | | | |
ONEgeneration would like to introduce our new Encino Farmers Market Manager – Natasha Levy. Natasha began this position last month. She originally began working with ONEgeneration as a volunteer in Reseda and Van Nuys. The job as the market manager came to her by chance while volunteering. After meeting with the Facilities Director, and volunteering at the farmers market- Natasha knew this position would be a fun and exciting one. Something very different than her previous jobs.
Natasha comes to us at ONEgeneration after 25 years of service at UCLA as an academic counselor, an admissions officer, a recruiter, and an office manager. Before UCLA, Natasha helped establish and run her family’s business – as a balloon decorator and lead sales rep in Northridge. Natasha earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UCSD, and her Master’s degree in Education from UCLA. Natasha is a true extrovert and valley girl. She enjoys movies, doing Zumba, spending time with her husband, and hanging with adorable dogs. Especially shih tzus! Natasha has thoroughly enjoyed getting to know and work with the 100 plus vendors who participate in the market every Sunday from 8 am to 1 pm. As for her favorite items at the market so far – she loves the fish tacos, the bread, and the orange passionfruit juice. Next time you attend the Encino Farmers Market – please be sure to stop by and say hello to Natasha.
| | ONEgeneration in the News | | |
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Los Angeles Public Press
ONEgeneration was included in an article by Ralinda Harvey Smith of the Los Angeles Public Press entitled "Los Angeles is abandoning its aging population". To read the full article, click the link below.
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Spectrum News
ONEgeneration was included in an article by Jas Kang at Spectrum News 1 entitled, "Number of homeless older adults goes up in LA". To read the full article, click the link below.
Read here
| | | | Intergenerational Activities | | | |
During the month of September, ONEgeneration celebrated Intergenerational Month with a variety of fun and meaningful activities designed to bring together children and older adults. Highlights included a special visit from the LAX PUPs therapy dogs, an exciting bubble show by Best Bubble Parties, a puppet show, and a hands-on sensory play experience.
In addition, participants celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by breaking a piñata together, creating colorful Mexican folk art mirrors, designing a Latin American flag collage, and painting traditional papel picado. The month’s festivities also included a delicious pancake breakfast, creative Grandparents Day crafts, a collaborative gardening activity, and shared moments of reading and storytelling across generations.
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The Grandparents As Parents Program of ONEgeneration recently honored Grandparents Day and National Kinship Caregiver Month with not one, but THREE celebrations across LA County — in Lancaster, Van Nuys, and Long Beach!
We celebrated the amazing grandparents and kinship caregivers in our community with gift cards, delicious food, fun activities, and lots of love.
Every day, our GAP team sees the incredible impact these caregivers have on the children in their lives — and we hope they always feel how deeply appreciated and valued they are.
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On September 27th, the Grandparents As Parents - GAP Program at ONEgeneration and All For Kids came together to host a heartwarming Caregiver Appreciation Event for Kinship Caregivers in SPA 4!
In celebration of National Kinship Caregiver Month, we honored the incredible caregivers who give so much love, time, and dedication to the children in their care.
Guests enjoyed a delicious sit-down lunch, exciting door and raffle prizes, and a beautiful presentation recognizing each family individually. It was a day filled with gratitude, community, and celebration — and every caregiver left knowing just how valued they truly are.
| | In celebration of Grandparents Day ONEgeneration’s Childcare hosted a special cookies and milk social to celebrate our amazing grandparents this year. We wished a Happy Grandparents Week to all the amazing Nanas, grandmas, Omas, Abuelitas, Mimas, Grandpas Nonnos, Opas, and Pappys that fill our lives and love and joy. | | Expert Article - Medicare Annual Enrollment - AEP | | | |
By Paul Davis
Paul Davis is an Independent Insurance Agent specializing in Medicare Health plan options. Supporter of ONE generation since 2003.
CA licensed since 1985. 0669770.
www.pdinsure.com
(818) 888-0880
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The Annual Enrollment Period aka Annual Election Period or AEP runs from October 15 to December 7.
During this time, you can:
- Enroll in a Medicare Advantage HMO or PPO plan
- Enroll in a Part D prescription drug plan
- Change your Medicare Advantage plan
- Change your Part D prescription drug plan
- Enroll in a Medicare supplement plan (this usually requires health history questions unless your Medicare Advantage plan had significant changes or is closing 1/1/26)
Big changes in Part D and Medicare Advantage plans for 2026. Watch for and read your Annual Notice of Changes and any other correspondence that might show a change in how your drugs are being covered.
Part D plans will be further reduced from 16 plans to 12 plans in California. At this moment only 1 plan will continue to compensate agents and brokers for new business. That means most agents will no longer be assisting their clients in shopping for Part D for 2026. We are going to try to continue helping our Part D clients, but only if they are also clients for a Medicare supplement plan. Plan D rates are going up an average of 22% with one plan going up 242%. However, there will be 3 plans for less than $10/mo.
We see a cutback in the number of Medicare Advantage plans as well as a reduction in benefits on most plans for 2026. Several plans will be discontinued 1/1/26. Again, keep an eye out for notices from your carrier.
Exceptions. If you have any drugs that are being covered as an exception, you need to call your Part D or MAPD plan and determine if that exception will continue into 2026.
I will be holding several zoom meetings intended for my clients focused on Part D shopping for 2026 on October 4th, 6th, and 7th. I will be talking about the program I use to help my clients shop Part D as well as how anyone can shop on mymedicare.gov. If you are interested, please email info@pdinsure.com and ask for the zoom links or a link to the recording. I will not be talking about Medicare Advantage plans.
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Huge thank you to everyone who supported our Touch-A-Truck fundraiser last month! It was wonderful to see so many amazing truck & vehicle vendors volunteer their time to spend time with the kids & families who attended. Also, thank you to our incredible sponsors, vendors, volunteers including the National Charity League - SFV and all the attendees - we could not have hosted this event without you!
Click on icon to the left to watch the video from the Touch A Truck event or click here to see additional photos.
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Geffen Playhouse
ONEgeneration would like to thank the Geffen Playhouse for selecting our organization to participate in their Community Appreciation Night last month which raised funds for 5 nonprofits when tickets were purchased for a special performance of AM I Roxie. We are so grateful for their support. To learn more click here.
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Grocery Outlet
ONEgeneration would like to thank our Community Partner Bryan and his team at Grocery Outlet Winnetka for raising much needed funds for our Food Pantry Program through Grocery Outlet's annual Independence From Hunger Food Drive. Also, many thanks to their customers as well! We are so grateful for this support!
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Providence and Alignment Health
Thank you to Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center for volunteering and Alignment Health for supporting last month's Walk-up Food Pantry day, helping over 180 seniors and community member receive extra nutritional support!
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Dignity Health
Last month, our Senior Enrichment Center members gained valuable insights into how to stay safe during and after a disaster. They watched informative videos, received essential resources, and had the opportunity to ask questions directly to experts. A huge thank you to our incredible presenters: Listos California and Dignity Health Southern California Hospitals.
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In gratitude and recognition of Jenna Dillon. Hayden Orme
In tribute to Sander Bergman - Birthday - Sept.16, 1937. Rosalie Bergman
Thank you for all that you do. From SHPE-GSFV, Greater San Fernando Valley Professional Chapter.
In Loving Memory of Michael Gockel.
Because ONEgen and its staff works tirelessly to help those in need.
Maria & David
Sending love and blessings!. Alison S.
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ONEgeneration's Senior Enrichment Center
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Location: 18255 Victory Blvd., Reseda, CA 91335
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Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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Annual Registration of $15.00 can be paid by cash, check or card
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Call (818) 705-2345 for more information
- Class Schedule click here
- Lunch Menu click here
Wilkinson Senior Center - Northridge
Nutrition Services
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Homebound Meal Delivery: If you are a Senior, 60 years or older and in need of meal delivery, please call our Case Management in-take line at (818)708-6624 for information.
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Dining Center: ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center: Reseda: In-person dining, Monday - Friday. REGISTRATION for lunch will be open starting at 10:30am. Lunch served at 11:30am - 12:30pm. $3 suggested donation. Information (818)705-2345.
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Dining Center: Canoga Park: In-person dining Monday - Friday, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM. $3 suggested donation. Information: (818) 708-4758, Please leave a message.
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Dining Center: ONEgeneration Wilkinson Senior Center: Northridge: In-person dining, Monday - Friday. Lunch served at 11:30am - 12:30pm. $3 suggested donation. Please call to register (818) 654-8382.
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Dining Center: Plummer Village Apartments, 15450 Plummer Street, North Hills 91343. In-Person, meals served Monday-Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Please call (818) 654-8376 for more information.
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Dining Center City of San Fernando Las Palmas Park: In-person dining weekdays from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. $3 suggested donation. Please call to register (818) 654-8007.
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Homebound Meal Delivery (Calabasas/Agoura Hills Areas & City of San Fernando): If you are a Senior, 60 years or older, in the Calabasas/Agoura Hills Areas or in the City of San Fernando and need meal delivery, please call (818) 654-8007 for more information.
Transportation Services
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If you are a Senior, 65 years old or older and are in need of transportation, please call 818-708-6614 for information.
Adult Daycare
ONEgeneration's Adult Daycare program has re-opened in-center operations.
Infant/Toddler & Preschool Programs
These programs are currently open with modifications.
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Call 818-708-6377 for more information.
Grandparents As Parents
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Call 818-264-0880 for information about participating in a support group or for other available resources.
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Court Navigation services are available free of charge. Please contact Jaime, ONEgeneration's Court Navigator at 818-370-2263 for an appointment.
Encino Farmers Market
Open Sundays from 8 am to 1 pm at 17400 Victory Blvd. Plenty of free parking.
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Business/Community outreach booth rentals available each week contact ssexton@onegeneration.org
- Follow us on social media @encinofarmersmarket
Volunteer Opportunities
We have many no-contact volunteer opportunities. All volunteer work is 'in-person".
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4th Wednesday 9:30-11 AM
Family Caregiver Support Group - In Person
| | 1st Tuesday 3-4 pm Family Caregiver Support Group - Virtual | | |
1st & 3rd Tuesday, 2-3 pm
Women's Support Group -
In Person
| | ONEgeneration Community Environmental Programs | | | |
Get a FREE Air Conditioner for qualifying LADWP customers! Stay cool this summer with instant rebates of up to $275 on air conditioners for eligible customers. Some ACs are as low as $0!
For more information contact ONEgeneration’s Environmental Outreach Manager: Juana Torres at 818-708-6603 or by email: jtorres@onegeneration.org
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ONEgeneration has a new partnership with the Clean Power Alliance (CPA).
CPA is now offering an instant $300 for the purchase of a new ENERGY STAR® room air conditioner unit. To learn more click here or call ONEgeneration’s Environmental Projects Manager, Juana Torres at 818-708-6603. This offer is for CPA customers only.
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Attention residents of Calabasas, Agoura Hills, Westlake Village and West Hollywood: ONEgeneration has a new partnership with the Clean Power Alliance. We can help you with applying for utility assistance, energy conservation, and with rebates for energy-efficient appliances. Contact our Environmental Projects Manager, Juana Torres for more information: jtorres@onegeneration.org
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ONEgeneration’s Grandparents As Parents (GAP) program has launched an initiative focused on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) supported by a grant from Cedars-Sinai. This program provides screenings, resources, and tools to support caregivers and children impacted by ACEs. As part of this effort, GAP publishes a monthly newsletter for caregivers and individuals who have experienced ACEs themselves or are raising children affected by them. This newsletter includes valuable information relevant to many and is shared here for the benefit of all.
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ONEgeneration Senior Centers'
Resident Newsletter Poet
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YOU CAN BE A WINNER
a poem by Norman Molesko
I contend that everybody is a somebody.
You may feel you are a somebody,
an important person or a lesser important person.
On the other hand, you may feel you are a nobody.
You may feel you are a partial or complete nobody.
Your feelings can and do fluctuate from time to time.
This depends on your moods and/or who you are with.
From my perspective, everybody is a somebody.
As a somebody, you can be a winner.
© Norman Molesko 2025 Ambassador For Seniors
| | Ways to Support ONEgeneration | | | Donation: Help us support older adults in our communities! We depend on community member donations to keep our programs running. We thank you for your generosity! Donate on our website using PayPal or a credit card by clicking on the button above or visiting our website at www.onegeneration.org and clicking on the Donate Now button. | | Ralphs Reward Card: Register ONEgeneration as your Ralphs Reward Card's designated nonprofit organization and ONEgeneration will earn donation funds each time you shop at Ralphs. Register online at www.ralphs.com by clicking on the button above or by calling 800-443-4438. | | Facebook Campaign: Did you know that you can create a fundraiser on Facebook and select ONEgeneration as the non-profit you would like to the funds to go towards? Just pick @ONEgencares, the amount you would like to raise and the end date of the campaign. ONEgeneration will later receive all of the funds raised. | | |
Legacy Brick:
Honor a loved one with a personalized engraved brick placed near the main entrance of our Intergenerational Center.
To learn more please email ssexton@onegeneration.org
| | In-Kind Donations: ONEgeneration's Senior Enrichment Center Thrift Corner Store is looking for donations of slightly used clothing and household items. For questions or to schedule a donation drop-off, call Andree Goens at 818-708-6605. | | |
Vehicle Donations:
Donate an old car to ONEgeneration and everything will be handled for you, including free pickup. Click on button above to be taken to our vehicle donation web page or call 855-500-RIDE or 855-500-7433 for more information.
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Donor-Advised Funds: If you wish to make a donation to ONEgeneration through your DAF, please contact the Financial Institution holding these funds. Your desired contribution to ONEgeneration must come directly from them. Learn more on our website's donation page, scroll down on page to tabs.
Planned Giving: Leaving a legacy can help impact our communities for decades to come. Please consider ONEgeneration in your future giving plans. To learn about ONEgeneration's Planned Giving options, please contact Sue Sexton at 818-708-4756 or email ssexton@onegeneration.org
Check Donations: To donate via a check, please make it payable to ONEgeneration & mail to
ONEgeneration Fund Development, 17400 Victory Blvd., Van Nuys, CA 91406.
We appreciate your support!
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Thank You to our Newsletter Sponsor
Paul Davis Insurance Services
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ONEgeneration Board of Directors,
& Friends of ONEgeneration
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OFFICERS
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Sahar Pouyanrad, Board Chair, Managing Director & Regional Trust Team Leader, J.P. Morgan Chase Bank
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Liz Altman-Harberger, Board Vice Chair, Executive Vice President & Head of Marketing, Individual Retirement & Life Insurance, Corebridge Financial
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Joe Lagrimas, Board Vice Chair, Associate Vice President Medicare, Molina Healthcare
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Nathaniel Hutton, Board Treasurer, Consultant, Oasis - CATCH Healthy Habits" Program
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Jim Esterle, Board Secretary, Executive Consultant - HR & Development
MEMBERS
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Elmida Baghdaserians, Professor/Chair, Los Angeles Valley College
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Wendy Bavan, Providence St. Joseph Health
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Jeff Borenstein M.D., M.P.H., Internal Medicine, UCLA Health
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Catherine Coddington, District Director, Office of Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel
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Jeff Friedman, Vice President of Marketing, Dynamic Nursing, Inc.
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Charles Laing, CPA, Clumeck Stern Schenkelberg & Getzoff
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Gasia Majarian, Executive Director, Bristol Hospice
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Willa Meller, Accounting MGMT Consultant
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Casey Nathan, Partner, Sinclair Braun Kargher, LLC
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Lindy Pearson, Owner, Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Agoura Hills
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Greg Rogers, Kaiser Permanente
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Rachael Rudd, Sr. VP, Plan Product (CA Medicare), Health Net
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David Rutt, Principal, Dorfman & Rutt
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Stuart D. Zimring, Esq., Principal, Law Offices of Stuart D. Zimring
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Jenna Hauss, MSW, President & CEO, ONEgeneration
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Kenneth Kang, CFO & COO, ONEgeneration
Board Emeritus
In Memoriam
- Karl Boeckmann
- Fred Simmons, Esq.
- Harry Vickman
FRIENDS of ONEgeneration
- Marvin Burns, Esq.
- Paul Davis
- Rickey Gelb
- Eva Goetz
- Dan Osterweil, MD
- Marion Ross
- Dr. Judy Rosenberg
- Susan Rothenberg
- Congressman Brad Sherman
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