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2. MISSION STATEMENT www.oasisorcutt.org The mission of the Orcutt Area Seniors in Service, Inc., is to provide social, educational and cultural opportunities for all adults over the age of 50 to help them preserve and improve their quality of life.

3. WHO WE ARE www.oasisorcutt.org In 1984, the Oasis Senior Center opened its door providing services aimed at encouraging our members and all adults programs that enrich their lives and increase their knowledge and experiences. At the heart of our mission is the idea that the Center was created by seniors for seniors and run primarily through the involvement of seniors. Over 170 seniors volunteer their valuable time, energy and experiences; in 2012, Oasis Center volunteers provided over 12,350 hours of volunteer service, making this a place where Seniors Serve Seniors! Since the beginning we have been guided by the following principles: •To educate and encourage change in attitudes of the public at large regarding the status of all senior citizens in our community •To prevent conditions that may lead to senior citizens to a life of inactivity, loneliness, or being neglected or abused •To enhance the delivery, coordination and development of services for senior citizens and their families •To provide for ongoing community supportof senior citizens and senior services Oasis Pancake breakfast

4. WHO WE SERVE www.oasisorcutt.org Today, the Center has 700 active members and over 3,400 unduplicated Santa Maria Valley residents access services on a regular basis; making the Oasis Senior Center the largest senior organization in the Santa Maria Valley. Gender of those served Ages of those served Where our members reside “If Oasis Center were not here, I’d miss the activities, but mostly the atmosphere and the people.” June Miller, Member, Oasis Senior Center

5. WHAT WE DO www.oasisorcutt.org Every day, seniors and non-seniors alike come to the Oasis Center for a variety of activities: • Health & Wellness Classes • Music and dance opportunities • Hot, nutritious lunches • Lectures and presentations • Support Groups • Potluck dinners/Pancake breakfasts • Computer classes • Games • Travel clubs • Cultural Events • And so much more…. Oasis Ukulele Band Top five reasons people depend on the Oasis Senior Center: • Social Activities • Volunteer their time • Daily hot lunches • Library • Presentations “If Oasis were not here, it would leave a big vacuum…people come alive here.” Marilyn Rivera, Member & Volunteer, Oasis Senior Center

6. COLLABORATING PARTNERS www.oasisorcutt.org We could not do this alone; we rely on a variety of partners who bring their own skills and knowledge providing informed and educational experiences for Oasis members and the general public. • AARP • Allan Hancock College • Area Agency on Aging • Arthritis Foundation • Braille Institute • Community Action Commission • Foodbank of Santa Barbara County • HICAP • Live 2 B Healthy • Los Padres Artist Guild • Nurse Core • Orcutt Mineral Society

7. ACCOMPLISHMENTS www.oasisorcutt.org Over the past few years we’ve developed new programs and activities with the goal of attracting more seniors and a new outreach campaign to baby-boomers: Oasis Travel Club Trips planned to Pigeon Fork Tennessee, Ashland, Oregon, & Alaska Operation Cookie Drop Over 70 homebound seniors received homemade cookies during the holidays Celebrating Our World A monthly program recognizing different cultures through food, discussion, music & dance Operation Gobble Almost 100 individuals and families received a turkey for Thanksgiving dinner Oasis Hiking Group With hikes the first and third Mondays of each month Oasis Book Club Meets the fourth Friday of each month Oasis Hiking Club

8. TODAY www.oasisorcutt.org The Oasis Senior Center is located on property owned by the Orcutt School District; however, as times change, the school district has developed a different and alternative use for the property. Situated in small modular buildings pieced together by patios and hallways; the Center is in desperate need of a new home. These two issues combined have required us to begin the process of planning, development, and the ultimate purpose of relocating to a new and larger OasisSenior Center.

9. THE FUTURE – INVESTMENT & IMPACT www.oasisorcutt.org Senior Centers act as a gateway to the nations aging population, they are a community focal point and one of the most used services among older adults allowing older adults to access multiple services in one place. Research shows that older adults who participate in senior center programs can learn to manage and delay the onset of chronic disease and experience measurable improvements in their physical, social, mental and economic well-being. Your gift to the Oasis Senior Center Raising a New Oasis capital campaign will: • Provide greater access to surrounding neighborhoods as well as the City of Santa Maria • Expand current programs and activities such as our daily hot lunch program, support groups, exercise classes and numerous other activities • Serve more seniors, aging baby-boomers, and the community at-large • Provide more supportive programs designed to encourage healthy land active lifestyles From the beginning we have remained inspired and energized. We hope you will consider being part of our campaign and join us on this journey – Raising a New Oasis

10. SUPPORTING OPPORTUNITIES www.oasisorcutt.org We would be honored to recognize and prominently display your name, the name of a loved one, or your family or business name at the new Oasis Senior Center. Naming Opportunities: Amount: Main Hall $500,000 Entrance Lobby $250,000 Kitchen $250,000 Library $100,000 Meeting Room $100,000 Activity Room $100,000 Administrative Office $ 50,000 Future home of the Oasis Senior Center

11. RAISING A NEW OASIS www.oasisorcutt.org Thank You!