Yesterday I had the opportunity to travel to Plumas County in Northern California and had a chance to visit the Plumas Rural Services, our United Way of Northern California in Quincy, CA. This is a phenomenal agency doing some wonderful work in the rural mountain areas of north eastern California. They have a full menu of programs, and to see them in action on the web, please take a look at them at
http://plumasruralservices.org/
This is a great program…another example of how the United Way of Northern California is working where it matters.
ronlargent@norcalunitedway.org
www.norcalunitedway.org
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Lou Tice and the Pacific Institute
Over the years, I have enjoyed reading Lou Tice encouragements…this is a good one, and appropriate for today…
What would it take to make you happy?
Now, I know some of you think that if you only had this or that particular thing or a certain amount of money, you’d be happy. Others believe that if you were only in love with someone wonderful who loved you back, then you would be happy. And there are still others who believe that if a miracle would occur and cure you or someone you love of an illness, that would make you happy.
But I want to tell you something. Happiness is a choice you make, not something that does or doesn’t happen to you. You can choose to be happy right now, no matter what you have or don’t have.
The first step toward finding your own happiness is gratitude. If you develop and heighten your powers of appreciation by focusing on the beauty in your life instead of the imperfections, you will be halfway there.
I guarantee that you will see an abundance of beauty in your life, regardless of your surroundings or circumstances, if only you will look for it. Once you can see it, appreciate it! And not just intellectually. Let it give you real joy.
You see, the time to be happy is now. The place to be happy is here. And the reasons to be happy are all around you. So what are you waiting for? Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
What would it take to make you happy?
Now, I know some of you think that if you only had this or that particular thing or a certain amount of money, you’d be happy. Others believe that if you were only in love with someone wonderful who loved you back, then you would be happy. And there are still others who believe that if a miracle would occur and cure you or someone you love of an illness, that would make you happy.
But I want to tell you something. Happiness is a choice you make, not something that does or doesn’t happen to you. You can choose to be happy right now, no matter what you have or don’t have.
The first step toward finding your own happiness is gratitude. If you develop and heighten your powers of appreciation by focusing on the beauty in your life instead of the imperfections, you will be halfway there.
I guarantee that you will see an abundance of beauty in your life, regardless of your surroundings or circumstances, if only you will look for it. Once you can see it, appreciate it! And not just intellectually. Let it give you real joy.
You see, the time to be happy is now. The place to be happy is here. And the reasons to be happy are all around you. So what are you waiting for? Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Monday, March 7, 2011
Military Officers Association of America in Redding, CA
The local chapter of the Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) will be having their monthly meeting on Monday, March 14, 2011 at noon at the Country Waffles Restaurant on Athens Ave in Redding.
MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization, and is open to all active duty, Reserve, National Guard, retired, and former members of the Uniformed Services of the United States.
The featured speaker for the March meeting will be KRCR TV, Ch 7 Weather reporter, Chita Johnson. She will be giving a presentation on weather forecasting and other weather related subjects.
Guests are invited.
For further information, please call Ron Largent at 530-241-7521.
MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization, and is open to all active duty, Reserve, National Guard, retired, and former members of the Uniformed Services of the United States.
The featured speaker for the March meeting will be KRCR TV, Ch 7 Weather reporter, Chita Johnson. She will be giving a presentation on weather forecasting and other weather related subjects.
Guests are invited.
For further information, please call Ron Largent at 530-241-7521.
Military Officers Association of America in Redding, CA
The local chapter of the Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) will be having their monthly meeting on Monday, March 14, 2011 at noon at the Country Waffles Restaurant on Athens Ave in Redding.
MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization, and is open to all active duty, Reserve, National Guard, retired, and former members of the Uniformed Services of the United States.
The featured speaker for the March meeting will be KRCR TV, Ch 7 Weather reporter, Chita Johnson. She will be giving a presentation on weather forecasting and other weather related subjects.
Guests are invited.
For further information, please call Ron Largent at 530-241-7521.
MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization, and is open to all active duty, Reserve, National Guard, retired, and former members of the Uniformed Services of the United States.
The featured speaker for the March meeting will be KRCR TV, Ch 7 Weather reporter, Chita Johnson. She will be giving a presentation on weather forecasting and other weather related subjects.
Guests are invited.
For further information, please call Ron Largent at 530-241-7521.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Military Officers Association of America in Redding, CA
The Redding Chapter of the Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) is meeting every month in Redding and we are looking for new members. If you are an active or former officer in any of the military branches, please come join us. We have a luncheon meeting and always have a great speaker.
MOAA is one of the oldest and strongest proponents of Veterans benefits in the nation….and we need to keep the needs of the military and their benefits in front of Congress. By being part of MOAA….you can be a factor in this effort.
The attached is our monthly Sentinel…very well done….and hope to see you at our March meeting.
March 2011
MOAA is one of the oldest and strongest proponents of Veterans benefits in the nation….and we need to keep the needs of the military and their benefits in front of Congress. By being part of MOAA….you can be a factor in this effort.
The attached is our monthly Sentinel…very well done….and hope to see you at our March meeting.
March 2011
The Frontier Senior Center...a United Way Agency
Look at what is going on in Anderson at the Senior Center…very busy, and very impressive…
2081 Frontier Trail, Anderson
(530) 365-7061
Services
SSNP Nutritious Meal…………………………………….Mon.-Fri. 11:30am
Shasta County IHSS Worker(Call)………………….Mon.-Fri. 2:30-4:30
COA Friendly Visit …………………………………….Mon.-Fri. Intermittent
COA Minor Home Repair …………..…..…Mon.-Fri. As Scheduled
SSNP Brown Bag Distribution ………………1st & 3rd Tues. 12:30pm
SSNP Commodities Distribution………………………..1st Wed. 12:30pm
COA Homebound Commodities …………….2nd Fri. 7:30am-12:30pm
Blood Pressure Clinics…………………….1st & 3rd Tues. 11:00-1:00pm
Nutrition EducationQuarterly ……………………………11:30-12:00 Noon
SSNP Senior Transportation ………….……….…Daily 8:30-2:00pm
Volunteer Opportunities ………………………..…Daily 8:30-5:00pm
COA Information & Referral ……………..………Daily 8:30-5:00pm
AARP Tax Assistance Seasonal …………..…..……9:00am-3:30pm
AARP Defensive Driver Training ……………Monthly 9:00am-1:00pm
Stroke Screening ……………………………………….Twice a Year
Cholesterol Screening ………………………..………..Twice a Year
Free Glasses Adjustment ……………..………..….…..Twice a Year
Veterans Service Officer ….……………………10:00am-12:00 Noon
Senior Seminars ………..……Mon. Call for Class Time & Description
Activities
Bingo ………………….…….Mon. & Thurs. 9:30am-11:00am (Seniors)
Bingo …………………….……………Wed. 11:00am & Fri. 11:30am
Card Club ………………….….Mon., Tues. Thurs. & Fri. 1:00-4:00pm
Computer Class …………………….……….Mon.-Thurs. 1:00-3:00pm
Exercise Equipment ……………………….…Daily 8:30am-12:00 Noon
Quilters …………………………..………….….Mon. & Fri. All Day
Crafts ………………………………………….…….Tues. 9:00-11:00am
Lending/Resource Library …………………….Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-5:00pm
Senior Dancing-Live Bands ………………….Tues.-Thurs. 7:30-10:00pm
Senior Band-Live Music ……………………Tues., Wed. & Fri. 9:30am
Rug Hooking Club …………………….…………Wed. 9:00am-3:00pm
Strength Training /Exercise ………………….Tues. & Thurs. 8:30-9:30am
Genealogy Class …………………………………..Wed. 10:00-11:30am
Line Dancing Class …………………………………..Wed. 7:00-9:00pm
Tai Chi ….……………………………………….Thurs 8:30-10:00am
2081 Frontier Trail, Anderson
(530) 365-7061
Services
SSNP Nutritious Meal…………………………………….Mon.-Fri. 11:30am
Shasta County IHSS Worker(Call)………………….Mon.-Fri. 2:30-4:30
COA Friendly Visit …………………………………….Mon.-Fri. Intermittent
COA Minor Home Repair …………..…..…Mon.-Fri. As Scheduled
SSNP Brown Bag Distribution ………………1st & 3rd Tues. 12:30pm
SSNP Commodities Distribution………………………..1st Wed. 12:30pm
COA Homebound Commodities …………….2nd Fri. 7:30am-12:30pm
Blood Pressure Clinics…………………….1st & 3rd Tues. 11:00-1:00pm
Nutrition EducationQuarterly ……………………………11:30-12:00 Noon
SSNP Senior Transportation ………….……….…Daily 8:30-2:00pm
Volunteer Opportunities ………………………..…Daily 8:30-5:00pm
COA Information & Referral ……………..………Daily 8:30-5:00pm
AARP Tax Assistance Seasonal …………..…..……9:00am-3:30pm
AARP Defensive Driver Training ……………Monthly 9:00am-1:00pm
Stroke Screening ……………………………………….Twice a Year
Cholesterol Screening ………………………..………..Twice a Year
Free Glasses Adjustment ……………..………..….…..Twice a Year
Veterans Service Officer ….……………………10:00am-12:00 Noon
Senior Seminars ………..……Mon. Call for Class Time & Description
Activities
Bingo ………………….…….Mon. & Thurs. 9:30am-11:00am (Seniors)
Bingo …………………….……………Wed. 11:00am & Fri. 11:30am
Card Club ………………….….Mon., Tues. Thurs. & Fri. 1:00-4:00pm
Computer Class …………………….……….Mon.-Thurs. 1:00-3:00pm
Exercise Equipment ……………………….…Daily 8:30am-12:00 Noon
Quilters …………………………..………….….Mon. & Fri. All Day
Crafts ………………………………………….…….Tues. 9:00-11:00am
Lending/Resource Library …………………….Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-5:00pm
Senior Dancing-Live Bands ………………….Tues.-Thurs. 7:30-10:00pm
Senior Band-Live Music ……………………Tues., Wed. & Fri. 9:30am
Rug Hooking Club …………………….…………Wed. 9:00am-3:00pm
Strength Training /Exercise ………………….Tues. & Thurs. 8:30-9:30am
Genealogy Class …………………………………..Wed. 10:00-11:30am
Line Dancing Class …………………………………..Wed. 7:00-9:00pm
Tai Chi ….……………………………………….Thurs 8:30-10:00am
What is 2-1-1
What is 211?
Every hour of every day, hundreds of people need essential human services in the United States, but most do not know where to turn for assistance. 2-1-1 allows people to begin to get connected and get answers to their problems.
2-1-1 is an easy to remember telephone number that connects people with important community services and volunteer opportunities. 2-1-1 is available in 78% of the United States. Both the United Way of America (UWA) and the Alliance for Information and Referral Systems (AIRS) are strongly supporting the federal legistlation that will ensure adequate funding so that every American has access
to 2-1-1 in the United States.
In Shasta County, we are just now becoming part of this nationwide effort. Working in cooperation with the United Way of Northern California based in Redding, the Shasta County office of Health and Human Relations will be the lead government agency to insure that 2-1-1 is up and running in Shasta County. Plans are now being made, and put into place, to activate the system, which will have a far reaching effect on addressing the basic emergency needs of the people of Shasta County. More to come.
www.norcalunitedway.org ronlargent@norcalunitedway.org
Every hour of every day, hundreds of people need essential human services in the United States, but most do not know where to turn for assistance. 2-1-1 allows people to begin to get connected and get answers to their problems.
2-1-1 is an easy to remember telephone number that connects people with important community services and volunteer opportunities. 2-1-1 is available in 78% of the United States. Both the United Way of America (UWA) and the Alliance for Information and Referral Systems (AIRS) are strongly supporting the federal legistlation that will ensure adequate funding so that every American has access
to 2-1-1 in the United States.
In Shasta County, we are just now becoming part of this nationwide effort. Working in cooperation with the United Way of Northern California based in Redding, the Shasta County office of Health and Human Relations will be the lead government agency to insure that 2-1-1 is up and running in Shasta County. Plans are now being made, and put into place, to activate the system, which will have a far reaching effect on addressing the basic emergency needs of the people of Shasta County. More to come.
www.norcalunitedway.org ronlargent@norcalunitedway.org
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