GAF announces spring schedule
The Golden Age Foundation (GAF) is an independent nonprofit, 501c(3) charitable organization dedicated to serving the residents of Seal Beach Leisure World. Its purpose is to make the community a better place to live. The GAF was established in 1973 and is not affiliated with the Golden Rain Foundation.
All GAF programs are provided free to LW residents and is staffed by volunteers so all contributions go directly to meeting community needs. The generous support from residents, clubs, organizations and businesses is the main source of income.
People can help the GAF by becoming a member and/ or make a yearly contribution, volunteering, j oining the Ralphs Rewards program, or naming the Golden Age Foundation as a beneficiary in estate planning.
All contributions are tax deductible; tax ID is 23-7273105.
For more information, call 562431-9589.
Major Programs Hospitality Center: Every Monday through Friday, the GAF opens the HospitalityCenter in Clubhouse 6 from 9-11 a.m., serving coffee and cookies to residents. New residents are encouraged to come and make friends.
Mobility Aids: One of the most used services of the GAF is the free Mobility Aid Program. The Mobility Aid office is downstairs in Clubhouse 6, near the table tennis courts and is open Monday through Friday between 9-11 a.m. No appointment is necessary but be sure to bring a GRF ID.
Tax Assistance: The GAF arranges for AARP tax volunteers to prepare basic state and federal tax forms without charge. Appointments are required, call
562-596-1987.
Shredding Service: A free document shredding service is held three times a year in the Clubhouse 2 parking lot, generally between 10 a.m.-noon.
Recycling Program: Proper disposal of batteries to helps preserve the environment. GAF collects dead batteries for its battery recycling service.
Upcoming Events
• Shredding service: March 12, Clubhouse 2, from 10 a.m.noon.
• Battery recycling service: March 19, Clubhouse 2, from 10 a.m.-noon.
• Centenarian celebration: April 23.
For more information, go to www.goldenagefdn.org or text 562-301-5339.
