John XXIII Multiservice Center

195 East San Fernando Street
San Jose, CA 95112
Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Summary of services:

Asian Elder Program: Information, referral, assistance, translation, case management, in-home senior companion support provided by bi-lingual professional staff and volunteers to Vietnamese and Chinese seniors and families.

Alzheimer's Program for Asian Senior and Families: Caregiver and Family Support Groups, provided in Vietnamese and Mandarin. Memory screening also provided.

Nurse Managed Health Clinic: Registered Nurse provides monitoring, immunizations, advice,  and laboratory testing. Family members are welcome.

English as a Second Language and U.S. Citizenship Classes: Daily morning and afternoon classes (no cost) provided by certified instructors.

Senior Refugee Program: Vietnamese/English speaking specialists in senior refugee issues assist with processing and adaptation.

Senior Nutrition Lunch Program: $2.50 suggested donation for hot lunch. Monday through Friday service is 11:30 - 12:30.

Volunteer Opportunities: Adults of all ages work together to improve the lives of people and our community.

Special Services and Recreation: Computer classes, hair salon, ping pong, Mah Jong, library, piano lessons, chorus, dance (social and traditional), and cultural celebrations.

Health Insurance Advising, Brown Bag, and Legal Assistance: By registration.

Special Programs: Sunday Chinese Support Groups and other programs scheduled throughout the year.

Who is eligible?

Individuals ages 55 and older (ages 60 and older for selected programs)

Is there a waiting list?

No.

Are there any fees?

No service fees, except $2.50 suggested donation for Senior Nutrition program/Noon meal.

Membership available for $25.00 annually.

What languages are spoken?

English, Spanish (written and verbal), Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, French

What volunteer opportunities are available?

• Bi-lingual adult volunteers of all ages are welcome.
• Program assistants
• Translators
• Conversation partners
• Computer instructors for small senior groups (Mandarin and Vietnamese)
• Professional health educators (Mandarin and Vietnamese)
• Support service: greeters, computer data entry (Vietnamese and Chinese)

Frequently asked questions:

Q: Where is John XXIII?

A: Downtown San Jose, corner of Fifth and East San Fernando Streets. Entrance on Fifth Street. Public transit at East San Fernando Street.

Q: How many people are there at John XXIII?

A: More than 2,400 seniors each year participate in numerous services and spend their days with other active seniors of their own culture.

Other:

You can call our number(s) and speak directly with a Vietnamese- or Mandarin-speaking service provider. You can also leave a private message in your own language in the voice-mail system.