Please visit www.rsfseniorcenter.org\/in-person-classes or call the Senior Center at 858-756-3041 to register for in-person classes.<\/p>\n
Join our team: Assistant Director<\/p>\n
The Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center, a trusted community resource for older adults since 1988, seeks an assistant director to join our leadership team. This full-time, salaried position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to support programs and operations in partnership with our executive director.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re looking for a polished, dependable professional with a demonstrated track record in nonprofit administration, office management, program coordination, or a related field \u2014 someone ready to grow with us for years to come. Requires a bachelor\u2019s degree plus 2-3 years of relevant professional experience (or equivalent), proficiency in common office, email marketing, and design software, strong organizational and communication skills, and genuine commitment to our mission. Salary commensurate with experience. Send inquiries to kris@rsfseniorcenter.org.<\/p>\n
UPCOMING CLASSES<\/p>\n
\u2018The Nurse\u2019s Honest Guide to Living Longer, Better\u2019<\/p>\n
Thursday, Aug. 13, from 2 p.m. \u2013 3 p.m. Caroline Kerr, RN, has spent 10 years in cardiac nursing, 6 years as a case manager in acute rehabilitation, and founded a mobile wound care program in New Mexico. Her experience was matched by something more personal: years spent as primary caregiver for her father through his journey with dementia. That combination of clinical expertise and lived experience is what shapes \u201cThe Nurse\u2019s Honest Guide to Living Longer, Better,\u201d an event of live demonstrations, myth-busting, and straight answers about aging well \u2013 the kind of honest, practical guidance you won\u2019t get in a 15-minute doctor\u2019s visit.<\/p>\n
Mindful Awareness & Healing Practice (MAHP)<\/p>\n
Wednesdays Aug. 19, 26 and Sept. 2, 9, from 10 a.m. \u2013 11 a.m. Offered in collaboration with the UC San Diego Stein Institute for Research on Aging, this six-week class combines breathwork, gentle movement, and mindfulness to support physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Similar to practices like Tai Chi, MAHP is designed to help reduce stress, improve physical ease, support mobility, and encourage emotional balance. Led by Kelli \u201cKai\u201d Silva, PhD, a mindfulness educator and meditation facilitator with over 20 years of experience. $15 per class paid directly to the instructor.<\/p>\n
Paint, Create, and Connect<\/p>\n
Wednesday, Aug. 19, from 1 p.m. \u2013 3 p.m. Artists are invited to bring their own supplies and work independently while enjoying the company, encouragement, and informal mentorship. Participants may paint, sketch, draw, or create in the medium of their choice in the outdoor art studio or in our beautiful garden area. All skill levels and all mediums are welcome.<\/p>\n
Ask the Real Estate Agent<\/p>\n
Thursday, Aug. 20, from 2 p.m. \u2013 3 p.m. Thinking about downsizing, selling your home, relocating, or simply curious about today\u2019s real estate market? Join local Realtors Francine Lypps and Rich Hines for an informative discussion designed specifically for older adults. They\u2019ll provide a brief overview of topics affecting senior homeowners, followed by plenty of time to ask your questions and receive expert guidance in a relaxed, no-pressure setting.<\/p>\n
Open Art with Merci Jensen<\/p>\n
Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 1 p.m. \u2013 3 p.m. Join local artist Merci Jensen for a monthly open art space for all levels. A skilled painter and drawer, Merci brings years of experience and a passion for oil painting, color, and composition. Enjoy a relaxed, supportive space to create, connect, and grow artistically. Bring your own materials and join the fun! $20 per class paid to the instructor. This class meets the last Wednesday of each month.<\/p>\n
Save the Date! Book Club with the RSF Librarians<\/p>\n
Wednesday, Sept. 22, from 10 a.m. \u2013 11 a.m.\u00a0 Join us for a lively discussion at the Senior Center of Absolution by Alice McDermott. A riveting account of women\u2019s lives on the margins of the Vietnam War, from the renowned winner of the National Book Award. Pick up your copy at the RSF Library or download it using the Libby app.<\/p>\n
ONGOING CLASSES<\/p>\n
Open Play Mah Jongg<\/p>\n
Each Monday, from 10 a.m. \u2013 noon. Enjoy a friendly game of beginner American Mah Jongg, a tile-based game that is enjoyed by individuals throughout the world! A basic understanding of the tiles and rules is required. Seating is first come, first served. Players are responsible for organizing tables and groups; the Senior Center cannot arrange seating or table assignments.<\/p>\n
Texas Hold\u2019em Poker for Beginners<\/p>\n
Each Monday, from 2 p.m. \u2013 4 p.m.\u00a0 This fun, beginner-friendly class teaches the fundamentals of Texas Hold\u2019em, giving you the confidence to join a friendly game. Instructor George Bullette, Senior Center Board President, brings years of poker experience and will guide you through basic rules and strategies in a real game setting. This class is full\u2014please call to be added to the waitlist.<\/p>\n
Open Play Chess & Backgammon<\/p>\n
Each Tuesday, from 2 p.m. \u2013 4 p.m. Come and enjoy a friendly game and get a great workout for your brain! All levels of players are welcome. Tables and playing pieces are furnished. A basic understanding of each game is required. Seating is first come, first served. The Senior Center cannot arrange seating or table assignments.<\/p>\n
Chair Yoga<\/p>\n
Each Thursday, from 10 a.m. \u2013 11 a.m. Chair Yoga is a type of yoga that is modified to allow participants to perform all exercises seated. Instructor, Peggie Moore, is passionate about working with students of every age, size, shape and ability. There is a $10 fee per class paid to the instructor. The first class is free.<\/p>\n
Conversational Spanish<\/p>\n
Each Friday, Beginner 12 p.m. \u2013 1 p.m. and Beginner\/Intermediate 1 p.m. \u2013 2 p.m.\u00a0 \u00a1Hablemos en Espa\u00f1ol! Jeannette Caruth learned Spanish solely through conversation and invites you to become more familiar with the language. Each class is a one-hour adventure of hearing and speaking another language. Designed for learners comfortable with the basics of Spanish & are ready to take their skills further. There is a $10 fee per class paid to the instructor.<\/p>\n
ONLINE PROGRAMS<\/p>\n
Restorative Meditation with Kelly Dubowski, MSN, RN<\/p>\n
Each Thursday, from 2:30 p.m. \u2013 3:30 p.m.\u00a0 A gentle, supportive practice for relaxation and renewal, open to all experience levels. Kelly is a holistic nurse and coach with expertise in behavioral health and trauma-informed care. To join live on Zoom, email hopewithkelly@gmail.com at least 60 minutes in advance. Suggested donation: $10\/class (pay what you can \u2014 no one turned away).<\/p>\n
Resource and Referral Service<\/p>\n
The Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center offers free access to vital senior resources, including guidance on in-home care options, Medicare and insurance information, caregiver support, senior living placement assistance, transportation referrals, legal and financial planning resources, and connections to trusted local service providers. Please call 858-756-3041 or email info@rsfseniorcenter.org for assistance.<\/p>\n
Please Note: Visit www.rsfseniorcenter.org\/in-person-classes or call the Senior Center at 858-756-3041 to register for in-person classes. To receive our newsletter by email, visit our website: www.rsfseniorcenter.org and provide your email address or send an email to info@rsfseniorcenter.org.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Please visit www.rsfseniorcenter.org\/in-person-classes or call the Senior Center at 858-756-3041 to register for in-person classes. Join our team:…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":428288,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[28],"tags":[6837,7542,74,76,75],"class_list":["post-428287","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-san-diego","tag-rancho-santa-fe-review","tag-rancho-santa-fe-review-things-to-do","tag-san-diego","tag-san-diego-headlines","tag-san-diego-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/428287","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=428287"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/428287\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/428288"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=428287"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=428287"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=428287"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}