SPECIAL NOTICE: Due to rising concerns about public health and safety, Janet Goeske Foundation (JGF) will temporarily suspend operations and cease all programming at Janet Goeske Center & Mead Valley Senior Center. This suspension will take effect at the close… read more →
New Patron Check-In Screen Added You may have noticed that we’ve added a third check-in screen for your convenience. It is located inside the East Entrance (outside the Calvert Auditorium, across from the Art Room and BP Machine). This screen… read more →
In April 2018, a change is being made to help prevent fraud and identity theft, by removing your Social Security number from your card. Unfortunately, scammers are already using this change to take advantage of Medicare recipients. Some scammers… read more →
Stockings 4 Seniors Last week our friends at AT&T Pioneers Volunteer Network – Inland Orange Council, surprised our “Great Starts at Goeske” participants with some amazing stockings that were decorated and stuffed by their employees, volunteers and families. All of… read more →
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Provided through Community Action Partnership of Riverside Learn More at CAP Learn More at CAP
“I’m so excited about this CarFit! My head-rest was giving me headaches and my seatbelt always got in my way. Not only am I safer now, I’m much more comfortable.” – Yolanda CarFit Checkup Next Event: May 25, 2017… read more →
Winning Stories Grand Prz 1st Prize 2nd Prize 3rd Prize Older Americans Month 2016: “Blaze a Trail” Older adults are a growing and increasingly vital part of our country. The contributions they make to our communities are varied, deeply… read more →
Health, fitness and overall wellness for older adults are high priorities for Janet Goeske Center, and many of the 160+ activities and programs at the center reflect these priorities. Exercise classes at JGC include Zumba, Water Aerobics, Chair Volleyball, Yoga,… read more →
Advocacy & Case Management by Kate Panepinto on March, 16, 2016 Who or what is a case manager? In a social services setting, a case manager is the person who knows what and where the services are, and how to… read more →
Janet Goeske Center Hosts Tax-Aid Program January 22, 2016 Income tax season is coming. Those can be frightening words, especially if you’re not expecting a refund. Sorting through financial paperwork and filling out tax forms is confusing and overwhelming for… read more →
How to Approach Open Enrollment: A Guide for Caregivers September 30, 2015 on AgingCare.com & MyMedicareMatters.org It’s that time of the year! From October 15 until December 7, Medicare beneficiaries will be able to change their choices for Part D… read more →
SOCIAL SECURITY: Decision to freeze benefits angers Inland seniors On October 15, 2015 by The Press Enterprise Pat Kuhn didn’t exactly welcome Thursday’s announcement that millions of senior citizens won’t receive a boost in their Social Security checks next year.… read more →
5 Steps for Avoiding Medicare Scams On July 17, 2015 by The My Medicare Matters Team You’re sitting at home one afternoon, three weeks prior to the start of Open Enrollment, when you get a call from a friendly Centers for… read more →
Brown Signs Bill Increasing Rights of Assisted-Living Residents On July 24, 2014 by CaliforniaHealthline On Wednesday, Gov. Jerry Brown (D) signed a bill (AB 1572) that requires assisted-living facilities give residents greater representation by enabling them to create and maintain… read more →