Centers closures in November

All senior centers will be closed on Monday for Veterans Day and again on Nov. 22 and 23 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Thanksgiving dinner

The Division of Senior Services will host its annual Thanksgiving dinner at all city and county senior centers on Wednesday. All seniors are invited to attend.

Thanksgiving at Pasatiempo

Pasatiempo Senior Center will have its Thanksgiving celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. Come and enjoy a great meal, a relaxed atmosphere and listen to the music.

Medicare Part D enrollment

The Aging and Long-Term Services Department will hold open-shift enrollment for Medicare Part D from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 17 at the Mary Esther Gonzales Senior Center. Appointments for the December enrollment will be scheduled during the month of November. To schedule your appointment, call Gloria Polaco at 955-4721.

Holiday tips for caregivers

The city of Santa Fe's Division of Senior Services presents "Positive Activities & Caregiver Tips for the Holidays," presented by Linda Durant, Alzheimer's Association branch coordinator from Las Vegas, N.M. Learn ways to reduce stress, especially during the holidays. This session will provide education and emotional support to adults who provide specialized care for homebound individuals. A supportive atmosphere is created so caregivers can comfort each other in meaningful ways while getting some relaxation.

New faces are welcome. The meeting will be from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Luisa Senior Center, 1522 Luisa St. Enter from Columbia Street, off St. Francis Drive. Refreshments will be provided. To reserve a space, call Theresa or Gloria at 955-4721.

Driving class could save you money

Sign up for AARP's 55 Alive Defensive Driving Classes. These mini-courses meet for two half-days to go over safety tips for seniors on the road. New Mexico insurance companies give discounts to course graduates age 55. You must attend both days to complete the course and obtain a certificate.

The fee is $10 to cover materials, and classes meet at the Mary Esther Gonzales Senior Center, 1121 Alto St. in Santa Fe. To register, call Mike Kelly at 471-9253. Next scheduled class is from 1-5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.

Transportation office seeks help

Are you an efficient, people-oriented person?

If so, the Senior Transportation office needs you to volunteer to answer phones and type information into the computer.

Office staff will train you on everything you need to know and there will always be a staff person nearby to help. You may work according to your own schedule. Speaking Spanish is a plus but is not mandatory. This is a fast-paced, multitasking, important volunteer job. The staff is fun and grateful for help; volunteers are invited to partake of their frequent potlucks.

For more information, call Fran Rodriguez at 955-4700.