Five San Diego County cities will get a boost in establishing age-friendly programs for older residents, thanks to nearly $230,000 in grants made recently by The San Diego Foundation.
According to the U.S. Administration on Aging, the population of San Diegans 65 and older is expected to double between 2000 and 2030. To prepare for this shift, the foundation is helping local municipalities adapt with its Age-Friendly Communities Program. Carlsbad, Chula Vista, La Mesa, National City, San Diego and the County of San Diego have been assisted with technical assistance grantmaking and support.
The grants come as California Gov. Gavin Newsom released a Master Plan for Aging, which outlines a 10-year blueprint for leaders to create a California where everyone has the opportunity to age with dignity and independence in the place that they call home.
UpdatedFri, Jan 8, 2021 at 7:39 am PT
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The San Diego Foundation Thursday announced $229,850 in grants for local municipalities. (Shutterstock)
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA The San Diego Foundation Thursday announced $229,850 in grants for local municipalities to launch programs and policies supporting quality of life for older San Diegans.
The San Diego Foundation has pledged to grow the adoption of age-friendly action plans by local municipalities throughout the region. The Age-Friendly Communities Program at the foundation previously facilitated the age-friendly efforts of six municipalities Carlsbad, Chula Vista, La Mesa, National City, San Diego and the County of San Diego by providing technical assistance grantmaking and support.
UpdatedFri, Jan 8, 2021 at 7:38 am PT
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The San Diego Foundation Thursday announced $229,850 in grants for local municipalities. (Shutterstock)
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA The San Diego Foundation Thursday announced $229,850 in grants for local municipalities to launch programs and policies supporting quality of life for older San Diegans.
The San Diego Foundation has pledged to grow the adoption of age-friendly action plans by local municipalities throughout the region. The Age-Friendly Communities Program at the foundation previously facilitated the age-friendly efforts of six municipalities Carlsbad, Chula Vista, La Mesa, National City, San Diego and the County of San Diego by providing technical assistance grantmaking and support.
Highland Avenue in National City has been a major hub for cruisers since the 1970s.
On December 12, Charger Steve jumped into his lifted Toyota, flipped on the under-chassis neon lights, and drove to meet his buddies at D’s Ribs & Wings, a block west of Highway 67 in Santee to grab a bite. “We’ve been visiting areas with our vehicles to bring some much-needed foot traffic and a huge morale booster. Not just for the car people, but the local merchants and restaurateurs.”
Photograph by Ron Morales
About 20 vehicles pulled up, including hot rods, classics, lowriders, and a 2020 Corvette. “While the official permitted car shows we all have grown accustomed to are gone, for now, these new unofficial versions are popping up in creative ways to help San Diego County and still work within the guidelines provided to us.”
How to get your Christmas tree recycled
Real Christmas trees can be recycled curbside on collection days or brought to drop-off locations throughout San Diego County.
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Real Christmas trees can be recycled curbside on collection days or brought to drop off locations throughout San Diego County.
Here’s a guide on where to recycle your tree after the holidays.
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Place tree in green waste cart on regular collection days through Jan. 8; must be cut into 4-foot sections. Or recycle trees inside containers at River Village, 5256 S. Mission Road, in the northwest parking lot through Jan. 5. No ornaments, tinsel, nails, tree stands or flocked trees. EDCO will observe Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays and residential collection will be delayed by one day for Friday customers only. Call (760) 727-1600 or visit edcodisposal.com.