MONTEREY COUNTY — Alliance on Aging has announced a comprehensive schedule of programs and events for fall 2025, designed to enhance the health, resilience and quality of life for older adults and their caregivers across Monterey County.
From financial wellness workshops and technology training to art, cooking, fitness and social gatherings, the offerings reflect the organization’s commitment to supporting seniors through education, enrichment and community connection.
“These programs are about much more than activities,” according to Alliance on Aging. “They are about creating spaces for seniors to connect, learn and thrive — whether through art, cooking, yoga or vital resources like financial guidance and caregiver support.”
Technology & Scam Prevention
• Technology Help: Free one-on-one computer and device training for adults 60-plus provided by Loaves, Fishes and Computers at The HUB in Salinas every other Tuesday (10 a.m.-1 p.m.) and every other Friday (1:30-4:30 p.m.).
• How to Avoid Scams: Cal State Monterey Bay senior Isabella Chan presents a seminar on recognizing and avoiding scams on Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. at The HUB.
Memory Café & Caregiver Support
• Memory Café @ The HUB: A welcoming space for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers featuring chair yoga, art, music, games, healthy snacks and expert insights. Meets the first and third Monday (2-4 p.m.) and the second and fourth Tuesday (10 a.m.-noon) each month.
• Caregiver Support Group: A monthly group for caregivers offered alongside supervised activities for loved ones. Meets the third Monday, 2:30-4 p.m., at The HUB.
Nutrition & Market Access
• Market Day @ The HUB: Fresh, affordable produce available the fourth Thursday of each month, 10 a.m.-noon.
• Healthy Cooking with Chef Gundega: Monthly demonstrations with simple, nourishing recipes that support brain and body health:
— Gonzales: Second Friday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Taylor Farms Family Health and Wellness Center
— Greenfield: Second Friday, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Greenfield Community Center
— Carmel Valley: Second Tuesday, 2-3:30 p.m., Rippling River Center
— Monterey: Fourth Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m. (November and December on the third Thursday), Scholze Park Center
— Soledad: Fourth Friday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Soledad Community Center
— The HUB: Second and fourth Friday, 9:30-11:00 a.m.
Financial Wellness
• Money Management Through Transitions: Workshops on financial planning for retirement, downsizing, caregiving, and other life changes on Oct. 22 with sessions at 10 a.m. in Salinas and 1:30 p.m. in Monterey.
Social Engagement & Creativity
• SASSO (Salinas Seniors Social): Monthly gathering for Salinas seniors 60+ with free lunch, live music, and access to resources on Oct. 21, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at The HUB. Flu vaccinations are offered beforehand at 9:30-11am by VNA staff, and a free movie follows.
• Movies at The HUB (October, Tuesdays at 2 p.m.): “Bridesmaids,” “Mrs. Doubtfire,” “Raising Arizona” (screened at 1 p.m. following SASSO) and “We Have a Ghost.”
• Art Workshops (Sugar Skulls for Día de los Muertos):
— Monterey: Oct. 22, 1-3 p.m., Scholze Park Recreation Center
— Carmel Valley: Oct. 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m., Rippling River Center
• Wreath-Making Workshop (Greenfield): Fourth Wednesday, 10 a.m.-noon, for ages 50-plus, all supplies provided.
• The HUB:
— Art: Second and fourth Thursday, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
— Line Dancing: First and third Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Health & Fitness
• Chair Yoga & Meditation: Regular classes across the county build strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation:
— Greenfield: First, third, and fourth Thursday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Greenfield Community Center
— Soledad: Second Wednesday, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Soledad Community Center
— Monterey: First and third Friday, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Scholze Park Center
— Gonzales: Every Tuesday, 9-10 a.m., Taylor Farms Family Health and Wellness Center
— The HUB: Every Monday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. (begins in November)
For more information or to register, call 831-646-5050 or visit allianceonaging.org/hub/.
