Friends of the Moreno Valley Senior Center

Membership Drive ‘24

We have lost another angel, Samiat Bada. Rest in peace.

Another successful Christmas party for our Seniors. Our organization sponsored the photographer with Santa as well as the candy bar. We appreciate the staff from the Moreno Valley Senior Center who do a great job in providing the events throughout the year. Happy New Year.

This has always been an enjoyable event. A perfect way to start the Christmas season. Let this be a gift to yourself which costs nothing.

We have officially installed our new Board for the FRIENDS of Moreno Valley Senior Center 2023-2025. Thank you Councilmember David Marquez for performing the oath and Pastor John Velasquez, Assistant Pastor of Discovery Christian Church performing the Invocation. Officers are Mary White-President; Melinda Martin-Vice President; Linda Swearingen-Secretary; Diana Osuna-Treasurer.
Directors are: Danny Gabrielson; Lynne Gabrielson; Sonia Solano, Rhonda Groom and Hilda Olmos. Many thanks to our outgoing President of 4 years LaDonna Jempson; Jessie Williams, Jo VonBatsch and Jackie Jempson Directors.

Suzy Werner celebrated her 96th Birthday on Friday, during her line dancing class which she has been the instructor of for the last 22 years. Suzy is a prime example of what happens to our Seniors when they stay active and socialize with others. KCAL News did a segment on her which was televised on Channel 2. Happy, Happy Birthday Suzy. We appreciate you.

We celebrated International Day on September 21st with our Seniors. We were able to participate in tasting foods from several countries such as Mexico, Cuba, Bang La DeSh, El Salvador, Italy, and Argentina. The Ballet Folklorico Group led by Cece performed as well as Oscar and his lovely partner. We appreciate Destiny Home Health and Royal Benefits Insurance Services for providing resources and raffle prizes won by LaDonna Jempson, Enadina de la Torre and Mary Touray. Great times....

We are on our way to the Fantasy Springs Casino. 56 Seniors from the Moreno Valley Senior Center. Wish us luck.

Our Friends of the Moreno Valley Senior Center provided the MoVan to transport several seniors to the Demonstration Garden in the City of Moreno Valley. We learned when and how to plant certain vegetables, seasonings and flowers. We were given a planter gift and a start-up kit to take home from the City. Lunch was provided by Subway. What a great day!

Meet our MoVan winners for this month-Ms. Juana and Ms. Claudia. Our passengers receive an entry into our monthly drawing for each day they ride the MoVan. Winners receive a $25 Walmart gift card. A little goes a long way.

The Senior Center Staff chose to appreciate their volunteers and instructors who assist in keeping our Seniors engaged and happy. We received a wonderful meal from Golden Corral and appreciation galore. Without the staff-Rudy, Markita, Reyna, Maria and Hector, our Senior Center would not be possible. Thank you from all of us.

Once again, our MOVAN was in the Moreno Valley July 4th Parade.

It's that time of the year to become a member of the FRIENDS of Moreno Valley Senior Center OR renew your membership for only $10. Come to the Senior Center and get registered at 25075 Fir Ave. This day only, get free ice cream. With membership payment, receive a cap or visor. Meeting at 1:30pm following the drive.

We provided a wonderful special event for our seniors to go to the UCR Botanical Gardens. Thirteen passengers on the MoVan plus 5 Board Members toured the gardens and had a tasty boxed lunch from Jersey Mike's. It's all about improving the Seniors quality of life.
We appreciate our funders such as City of Moreno Valley, HUD and Riverside County Transportation Commission whose grant monies support our efforts.

Moreno Valley Senior Center Mother's Day Celebration. Sheriff's Dept presented flowers, George's class serenaded the women, Suzi's class provided line dancing boogee, all at the hands of Senior Center staff and the FRIENDS OF Moreno Valley Senior Center. All for the enjoyment of our Seniors.

These are the Volunteers of Friends of Moreno Valley Senior Center who do all the work needed to ensure our Seniors are taken care of. We are the same organization which provides the MoVan Senior Transportation. If you see any of these people, THANK them.

Don't miss out on the next performance here in our own backyard. No cost. Great family entertainment.

We have lost another Senior, Veteran and Friend. We will miss you Virgil.

We are thankful to "Touch of the Masters" who continue to support our Seniors. We have received a wide variety of donations such as food, beverages and supplies that benefit so many. Thanks go to Lindsay Robinson, one of our lifetime members, who blessed us with this connection.

Amazing Black History Celebration at the Moreno Valley Senior Center, lead by Juanita Cullen-Austin and her team. It included several Guest Speakers, Praise Dance, Video on our Black Inventors, Fashion Show and our own MoVan Driver, Chris Wellington who provided a rendition of a Malcolm X speech. Let's not forget good food and raffles. THANKS to all involved.

We lost a FRIENDS member and MoVan frequent rider, on Christmas Day.
Viewing today, 1/23 until 8pm and Mass at St. Christopher's Church on Tuesday at 10am. Rest in Peace Elena. Until we see each other again.

On behalf of our Senior Center Instructor Debbie Elkins, it's her birthday Tuesday and she requested a Dining Fundraiser to benefit ALL of our SENIORS at the Center. Take a flyer in and 25% comes back to the FRIENDS of Moreno Valley Senior Center. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEBBIE.

What a way to bring in the New Year at the Moreno Valley Senior Center. Old School Music by DJ RB (Reta Butler) and DJ MS (Markita). Even our MoVan driver joined us on the dance floor. Look for your photo...

Over 200 Seniors at the Senior Center enjoyed the Holiday party. Great music, food and fellowship. MoVan was available for transporting our Seniors home. Many thanks to RCTC, HUD and City of Moreno Valley for their financial support.

Meet the FRIENDS of Moreno Valley Senior Center Board and Moreno Valley Senior Center Staff who make things happen for our SENIORS. We all wish you a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR.

Don't forget TODAY is the day to enjoy a great meal as well as support the Seniors of Moreno Valley.

Many thanks to those who helped put together the Senior Thanksgiving Dinner sponsored by Sisters in Christ. We had plenty of help from the Interact Students led by Charlie from Morning Rotary. Let's not forget Frank and Suzette Gutierrez from New York Life Insurance who donated the raffle prize. Enjoy the photos of our Seniors who appreciated this wonderful home cooked meal by Rachelle and Helpers.