Mobility aids are loaned out to Leisure World residents as needed by the Golden Age Foundation. The office is open Monday-Friday, 9-11 a.m., downstairs in Clubhouse 6. For more information or to volunteer, go to www. GoldenAgeFdn.org or call 562-431-9589.

Seniors For Peace invites all residents to join the peaceful protest in front of the LW globe on Saturday, April 5, from 3-4:30 p.m. in support of Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. According to the Senior Citizens League, one of the largest nonpartisan seniors groups in the country, 27% of seniors rely on Social Security for 100% of their income. Approximately 66% of seniors rely on Social

RETIRED TEACHERS The Retired Teaches Association invites residents to embark on a nostalgic journey through Orange County’s rich history as Chris Epting, acclaimed author and storyteller, presents his latest book, “Lost Landmarks of Orange County” on Friday, April 4, at noon in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. To RSVP call William Quemada at 562-400-0259 by Wednesday, April 2.

The following is the Security incident report for the month of February. FIRE:5 •Feb. 5, 7:16 a.m., Mutual 6 A lamp post began to smoke due to electrical short. There was no fire,and the lamp post was repaired. •Feb. 13, 2:51 p.m., Mutual 1 A resident smelled smoke and called for assistance. The resident had left burning toast in oven; no fire or damage. • Feb. 21,11:30

Balance and Mobility Workshop When: Friday, March 28, at 3 p.m. Where: Optum HCC Large Conference Room Attendees will learn how to build essential skills for fall prevention, improved mobility and more active lifestyle. No RSVP required. Walk-ins are welcome. Alzheimer’s Caregiver Discussion Group When: Friday, April 4, at 10:30 a.m. Where: Clubhouse 3, Room 6 Family caregivers and friends

Medicare health insurance does not cover long-term custodial care. Custodial care is care in a home or nursing home that helps people with daily activities of living like bathing, dressing, using the bathroom and eating. Whether planning ahead or making a last-minute decision, there is a lot to consider when choosing the right nursing home for a loved one. Although Medicare does not cover custodial