OLLI@CSUDH Seminar 1: Don’t be stuck in the Past… Take a MAC Computer Class!
LaVerne M. McCoy, OLLI Instructor (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) at CSU Dominquez Hills
9:30 – 10:15 am
Room A/B (Main Level)
If you are apprehensive about computers, this is the seminar for you. You will be introduced to the basic concepts of word processing, learn how to create personal documents, and see the features and benefits of word processing. You will also see how easy it is to get on the World Wide Web (WWW) to explore the vast resources of the internet and information using a variety of methods.
OLLI instructor LaVerne M. McCoy worked twenty-five years as a public elementary school teacher. Her technology experiences began when Apple donated a computer to each elementary school. Many classes later MAC has become her obsession!
OLLI @ CSUDH is an expo vendor. Visit their booth for more information on technology classes.
The Hearing Aid Revolution: Cutting Edge Advances – Implanted Aids, Aids that Stay in for Months,
Bluetooth Technology and Ringing Relief
Melinda “Sunni” McBride, Doctor of Audiology, South Bay Hearing and Balance Center
10:00 – 10:45 am
Jasmines (Main Level)
Technology continues to improve traditional style hearing aids. There are also breakthrough advances on totally implantable hearing aids, hearing aids that require no patient insertion, solutions for ringing in the ears, and best television/telephone performance ever. Find out if you are a candidate for these options.
Dr. McBride has created a dynamic audiology/hearing aid practice in Torrance, and is committed to educating people about issues that will make their lives better. South Bay Hearing and Balance Center utilizes the newest technology advances and equipment and stresses personalized customer service. Dr. McBride was voted best of the South Bay four years in a row.
South Bay Hearing and Balance Center is an expo Silver Sponsor. Visit their booth and talk to their experts about advances in hearing and receive a free ear wax screening.
Resilience in later life: How do we get there?
Helen Dennis, Specialist in Aging, Employment & The New Retirement
10:30 – 11:15 am
Room A/B (Main Level)
This session emphasizes what we can do to make the next chapter of life — the best chapter. The suggested building blocks for resilience are backed by research and span subjects from community to relationships, purpose and passion. Join us for an enriching and enjoyable time together. You’ll leave with at least one thing you can do — to make the next chapter — the best.
Helen Dennis, a columnist with the Daily Breeze and several other Los Angeles News Group papers is a nationally recognized leader on issues of aging, employment and the “new” retirement. Ms. Dennis is author of three books, over 40 articles and over 500 columns. She is the co-author of the LA Times bestseller, Project Renewment: The First Retirement Model for Career Women, and is returning for her 5th year as a presenter at the Daily Breeze Successful Aging Expo.
Lifestyle Tips for Stroke Prevention
Emma Trejo, MD, Internal Medicine, HealthCare Partners
11:00 – 11:45 pm
Jasmines (Main Level)
In this extremely informative session, Dr. Trejo will define and discuss: what a stroke is, types of strokes, symptoms associated with strokes, what to do if you have a stroke, treatment options and how to prevent strokes.
Emma Blandina Trejo, MD, is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Trejo graduated from the Universidad Autonoma de Baja California. She completed an internship and a residency at the Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center. Dr. Trejo is a loyal and capable care giver who seeks to help patients live a high quality of life. In her free time, she volunteers her services at a free clinic in the Los Angeles area.
HealthCare Partners is an expo Silver Sponsor. Visit their booth, talk to their experts, and take advantage of free health carotid artery screening.
SilverSneakers – staying healthy
Will Santiago, Sales Manager, Humana Inc.
11:30 – 12:15 pm
Room A/B (Main Level)
SilverSneakers is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. Unlock the door to greater independence and a healthier life with SilverSneakers. Health plans around the country offer our award-winning program to people who are eligible for Medicare or to group retirees. SilverSneakers provides a fitness center membership to any participating location across the country.
Founded in 1961, Humana has approximately 12 million medical members and 8 million members enrolled in specialty products nationwide. Humana has more than 25 years of experience in the Medicare program. The company currently has more than 335,000 Medicare members in California, with 500 associates working in California. Products include Medicare Advantage plans with prescription drug coverage (MAPDs) and fully integrated medical and prescription drug plans providing a pathway to coordinated care and clinical guidance.
Humana is an expo Silver Sponsor. Visit their booth and talk to their experts about Silver Sneakers and many other services they provide.
Healthy Aging – Dispelling the Myths
Lynn Brennan, Solutions for Senior Living
12:00 – 12:45 pm
Jasmines (Main Level)
Lynn Brennan is a health and fitness advocate, speaking on “Healthy Aging – Dispelling the Myths.” She is a writer, speaker, TV host and producer (Senior Living TV), and founder of The Roaring 90’s Club of the South Bay, a social club for people aged 90 and over.
She is a recipient of the USA Freedom Corps Presidential Commendation from President George W. Bush for her volunteer work with seniors. She will give us hands-on tips on staying healthy as we age gracefully–without growing old. Visit the website for more information: www.solutionsforseniorliving.com.
“Solutions for Senior Living” is an expo exhibitor. Visit their booth to find out more information about their services.
Medicare 101 Educational Program
Susan Arbour, Health Insurance Agent, Torrance Hospital IPA
12:30 – 1:15 pm
Room A/B (Main Level)
Confused about Medicare? If you are turning 65, are already on Medicare, or if you have family or friends who are, this Educational Program will be extremely beneficial to you. Get the answers to make a confident decision on the Medicare option that is right for you. We will explain the difference between Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage HMO, Medicare Advantage PPO and Medicare Supplement plans. This program is brought to the South Bay 65+
residents by Torrance Hospital IPA (THIPA), a division of the nationally recognized Torrance Memorial Medical Center.
Susan Arbour is a licensed California Health Insurance Agent specializing in Medicare Health Plans. Susan is an independent agent, which means she is appointed with nearly all of the health insurance companies offering health plans here in our South Bay area. A South Bay resident for over 20 years, Susan has extensive knowledge of the health resources available in our community.
Torrance Hospital IPA (THIPA) is an expo Silver Sponsor. Visit their booth and talk to their experts on Medicare and take advantage of free health and information screenings. To read more about THIPA, visit www.thipa.org
Social Security Benefits: Know Your Strategy, Increase Your Benefits
Philip Hartwell, CFP™, CEO of Hartwell Financial Services
1:00 – 1:45 pm
Jasmines (Main Level)
Are you aware of the many choices available for taking your Social Security Benefits? The impact of your decision can affect the amount you receive in your lifetime by as much as $100,000. This seminar illustrates many of the strategies you have available to help you maximize your social security benefit payout. Learn how benefits are calculated and the variables that effect differences in payments.
Phil Hartwell CFP™, CEO of Hartwell Financial Services, provides financial planning and retirement advice to individuals, families and businesses in the South Bay. Since receiving his Certificate in Financial Planning in 1983, Phil has worked as a branch manager for Royal Alliance for over 30 years. The focus of Hartwell Financial Services is to provide investors with the information necessary to make sound investment decisions that are both profitable and congruent with clients’ values and goals.
Hartwell Financial Services is an expo vendor. Visit their booth for information about the variety of financial services they provide.
OLLI@CSUDH Seminar 2: Facebook and Social Networking for Older Adults
David G. Edelstein, CEO of Sky World Entertainment, Inc.
1:30 – 2:15 pm
Room A/B (Main Level)
Are you interested in social networking applications such as Facebook? Don’t be intimidated! Learn how to share information with friends and family and access valuable community resources, as well as how to create or enhance your own Facebook pages using computers, mobile devices, or both. Learn how to edit and upload photographs, connect with friends and family on Facebook, and control privacy and account settings. No previous computer or Facebook experience is required. Current users of Facebook or other online social media applications will find a wealth of information to expand their user knowledge.
OLLI instructor David G. Edelstein is CEO of Sky World Entertainment, Inc., and Chairman of the DGE Group. Mr. Edelstein, a graduate of Columbia University, volunteered his time to teach one of the first Facebook courses offered at a California university and one of the first Facebook course for older adults offered at any university in the U.S. Mr. Edelstein continues to teach this intergenerational course for four weeks each semester as part of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) program at California State University Dominguez Hills (CSUDH).
OLLI @ CSUDH (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at California State University Dominquez Hills) is an expo vendor. Visit their booth for more information on technology classes.
Couponing 411
Charity Hauke, Coupon Expert
9:30 – 11:00 am
11:30 – 1:00 pm
1:30 – 3:00 pm
Elements Ballroom (Main Level)
Do you think coupons aren’t worth your while? Think again! This Couponing 411 class with teach you a super simple “clipless” couponing system that can save you countless hours and hundreds of dollars per month. We show you all the incredible Grocery Deals using coupons matched up with your weekly store ads.
Charity Hauke is a couponing guru who will share secrets on saving big bucks on grocery and household items. After selling a business to stay at home with her three daughters, Charity had to learn to make ends meet, so, she attended a Couponing 411 class. Now she is an expert herself. Using couponing, she slashed her grocery expenses from $1,000 down to $300 a month. She is ready to share her experience and techniques to help you become successful at couponing.
Free Health Screenings and Services
Below is a partial listing (at time of print) of activities provided by exhibitors at the expo. Plan to visit each booth to take full advantage of a variety of screenings, services and information.
Carotid Artery – HealthCare Partners
Blood Pressure – Torrance Hospital IPA
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) – THIPA & Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Sleep Apnea – Steven K. Okamoto, DDS, Inc
Adjustments and Evaluations – Pommerenck Chiropractic
Blood Glucose – Torrance Hospital IPA
Ear Wax - South Bay Hearing and Balance Center
Hearing – Parker Hearing Institute
Ask the Doctor – Torrance Hospital IPA
Glaucoma & Well Vision – THIPA & Wolstan-Goldberg Eye Assoc.
Massages and Spinal Screenings – Body Care Spine and Nerve Center
Medicare Information and Counseling – Center for Health Care Rights
Cancer Prevention and Early Detection – American Cancer Society
Cancer Support Groups – Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach
Podiatry – Health Net of California
for their participation in the 5th annual Successful Aging Expo.