HBCOA 714.374.1524 • SENIOR CENTER IN CENTRAL PARK 714.536.5600 • HOAG HEALTH & WELLNESS PAVILION 714.374.1578 • TRANSPORTATION 714.374.1742
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HBCOA at the forefront of aging issues
Officially recognized by the City Council of Huntington Beach as representing its local senior citizens, the HBCOA was awarded non-profit status in 1973 and has always been at the forefront of aging issues. During the design stage of the new Senior Center in Central Park, the City Council directed the HBCOA to provide input related to the overall design of the new center.
Message "Information & Updates
Season's Greetings from all of us at the HBCOA! As we welcome the festive month of December, the HBCOA wishes all of you a very happy and healthy holiday season. This time of year is filled with opportunities to come together, celebrate, and reflect on the year that has passed. Whether you're planning to cozy up at home, travel to visit loved ones, or join us at the center for our upcoming holiday events, I hope you find moments of joy and peace.
As we close 2024, we're grateful for each and every one of our HBCOA members. Not only does your membership provide you with discounts and access to the Outlook newsletter, but it also supports transportation and social services to those in need, programs, and special events. Your membership directly supports the senior center and truly makes a difference in the lives of others! I encourage our current members to consider a Bronze, Silver, or Gold membership to help us continue to fulfill this important mission. If you are not a member, I hope you join today.
I wish you a wonderful holiday season and a happy new year!
Your HBCOA President, Carolyn Ross
Senior Supervision's Message
The holiday season is here! I'm filled with gratitude for our vibrant senior center community. This past year has seen us come together in new ways, supporting one another through challenges and celebrating the joys of lifelong learning and fellowship.
In December, our center will be a hub of festive activity. I encourage you all to join in the fun and make memories with friends old and new. I hope to see you at our Rockin’ Holiday dance on December 14.
As we prepare to welcome a new year, I'm excited for the opportunities that lie ahead. We have many wonderful activities and events planned to keep our minds active, our bodies healthy, and our spirits lifted. There’s truly something for everyone.
I wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy holiday season. Here's to a fantastic 2025 at the Senior Center!
Bill Sandoval –Senior Community & Library Services Supervisor
Welcome Bill Sandoval, Senior Supervisor
Bill began his career in local government in 1990 when he was hired as a Recreation Leader for the City of Bell Gardens. He brings with him an extensive background in budget administration, community outreach, facilities management, public policy, project management, youth, adult & senior program development, special event planning and parks programming.
In his previous assignments, he was responsible for managing the $1.25 million Families and Communities Together grant, in which he developed Social and Human Services programs. He has also collaborated with non-profits, community-based organizations, and other agencies to deliver activities and programs to previous municipalities.
Mr. Sandoval holds a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of La Verne, as well as an Associate’s in Gerontology. His hobbies are playing guitar, jogging, and collecting vintage guitars.
Caring for our seniors is one of the greatest opportunities we have, to learn from those who have walked before us, who have given so much and made possible the life we all enjoy. These are core values Mr. Sandoval believes in, as well as recognizing; aging is not lost youth, rather a new stage of opportunity and strength.
Please welcome Mr. Sandoval who began his duties as the Senior Community and Library Services Supervisor.
Activities at the Senior Center
- Cardkateers
- Casual Hiking Group
- Create Your Life Story
- Easy Watercolor
- Handycrafters
- Music of The Ages
- Quilting W/ Brandi
- Surf City Gardner's
- Tech Club
- Woodcarvers
- Young At Heart
- Singers
The Senior Center in Central Park offers many low cost or free activities for the community to enjoy. Some classes do require advance registration while others are available on a drop in basis. For more information check with the front desk at 714-536-5600 or pick up a social activities flyer or class flyer in the lobby of the senior center.
Is there a class or activity that you would like to see at the Senior Center in Central Park??? Please let the center know and leave a message with the front desk for the recreation programming department.
February 2, 2023 General HBCOA Board meeting at which Fire Chief Scott Haberle and Police Chief Eric Para gave presentations to the Board of Directors. The meeting took place at the Senior Center.
The Fall SANDS
You can register for classes at the Senior Center online at hbsands.org or in person at the Senior Center. Check www.hbsands.org for class schedules and registration. The Hoag Health and Wellness Pavilion is currently open from 8am – 7pm, Mon – Thurs, 8am – 5pm, Friday and 8am – 12pm on Saturday. Social Services including transportation, home delivered meals, and care management are available. Hot lunch at the Senior Center is currently Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:30am. For more information contact the Senior Center, 714-536-5600.