AARP Defensive Driving Classes
AARP-sponsored classes are offered at Kirk and Camden Community Center.
2008 Drivers Safety Classes:
• *Monday, September 22, 29 and October 6
Learn about the latest in traffic law and what you can do to refresh your driving skills. Insurance companies usually give a drivers discount for completing this course.
Instructor: Bill Blum (*Gary Richards)
Cost: $10.00 per person
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:40 pm each evening in Activity Room A, at Camden.
Mail-in registration forms are available at the Kirk office or download the form.
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Tickets
Discounted Senior Citizen Tickets for BART are available for purchase for $9.00 each (good for $24 worth of rides). If you are 65 or older, you are eligible for these specially discounted tickets. Catch a ball game or go shopping in San Francisco or Oakland. Travel from Fremont to as far North as Richmond or Pittsburg. A great way to see the Bay Area.
Book & Video Libraries
We have a nice selection of books and videos (in VHS cassette format) available for checkout. Our book library is located in Rooms 15 & 16 (available when classes are not in session—please check our brochure or ask in the office for available times). The video library is located in Room 18.
Eyeglass and Cell Phone Recycling
The Lions club maintains a collection box for used eyeglasses and cell phones in Room 18. Don’t let them just sit in a drawer! Donated eyeglasses are sorted by prescription and distributed around the world to needy patients by the Lions Club organization. Old cell phones are converted into emergency assistance phones for seniors.
Haircuts (Free)
Our volunteer hair dresser provides free haircuts on Mondays from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. There is no charge for the haircut but tips are appreciated. Clients should come with freshly washed hair. We accept clients on a first-come – first served basis. Sign up in Room 18.
Homeowner's and Renter's Assistance
Wednesdays, starting July through October from 9:30 am-12:00 pm, by appointment only. If your household income was under $42,770 and you either owned a home or rented and paid at least $50 a month towards rent, and you are over age 62, you may be eligible to receive a rebate from the State. Volunteers will be available at Kirk to help with applications. Call 408-269-0214 to make an appointment.
Legal Assistance
By appointment only. Senior Adult Legal Assistance (SALA) provides free legal advice, brief consultations and representation in a wide range of civil (not criminal) legal matters for Santa Clara county residents who are 60 years of age and older. Issues regarding Social Security, SSI, Support Services, Elder Abuse, Housing, and Nursing Homes, and the preparation of simple wills and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care documents, are some of the legal concerns covered.
Older Adult Resource Counselor
Mondays, by appointment only. Specialist Wanda Daniel provides information to maintain independent living, makes referrals to community services, conducts mini-assessments, visits seniors at their homes to explore alternatives and coordinate resources, helps with completing government forms and applications, and follows up to ensure needs are met. Wanda and other compassionate, caring staff are here to help. For more information, please call 979-7911.
Tax Assistance (Free)
The Kirk Senior Program is happy to partner with the RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) to offer FREE Income Tax Preparation for people of all ages who meet the income requirement. Trained volunteers will be here on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. starting on February 6th in Room 15. We will start making appointments on January 14th. Please call the Kirk office at 269-0214 to
schedule yours. Note: It is your responsibility to get the tax check sheet which details the paperwork
required to complete your tax forms. Come prepared for a successful appointment! Schedule your day and time early—appointments go fast!
VTA OUTREACH (Transportation)
Need help planning your bus route? Need rides to appointments or shopping? The Valley Transportation Authority can help you get around without a car. Call 436-2865 or go to the VTA web site to learn how to sign up for this program. Applications are available from the Kirk Program office in Room 18.
Free and Low-Cost Services at Kirk
Many free and low-cost services are available through the Kirk Senior program and other local agencies. For appointments and information, please call 408-269-0214. Additional information about senior services is available through the links listed below.
