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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING FUNDING FOR THE SCCCA MASTER PLAN

Established in 2023: Hearing the voices of the Community Association members who would like to have the Master Plan of their campus renovations accelerated, the Sun City Center Community Association Future Facilities Fund has been created at the Community Foundation Tampa Bay. This fund will allow for tax deductible legacy donations on behalf of the future needs of the members for today, tomorrow and forever. “The Community Association will be able to speed up the phases of the Master Plan based on the amount of donations and then utilize the unrestricted funds for future maintenance, improvements, design, technology, etc.” said Debbie Caneen, Community Association Board Member. If you prefer to donate anonymously, the Community Foundation Tampa Bay will accommodate your request. Would you like to have a building named after your family? Sizeable donations will be considered for such applications and are certainly encouraged. Many of the residents are excited to get the project underway and to continue to move through the building phases without any delay of waiting for the influx of transfer fees from home sales. At this time, the Community Association’s Capital Fund holds close to $5 million dollars which is a great start – DEBT FREE – in the updates of the campus. As SCCCA moves through the process of improving the facilities, they will continue to search for opportunities for grant funding and donations. For details: https://cftampabay.org/give_now/scccafuturefacilitiesfund/

ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVER SUPPORT LINE

This is a question for those individuals who are caring for a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia and currently residing in Sun City Center: Are there times you would like the opportunity to talk with someone about your current caregiver responsibilities and /or concerns? The Coordinators for Samaritans Alzheimer’s & Dementia Auxiliaries; Jim Butner & Connie Faison, are pleased to announce a support line that an individual can call and discuss their concerns. The phone calls are completely confidential and there are no charges or hidden fees involved in this outreach service. Please call the Samaritan Services office at 813-634-9283 between the hours of 9:00-3:00 Monday Through Friday. Please leave your phone number and your first name only with the receptionist on duty. The receptionist will contact Jim or Connie and he or she will return your phone call the same day. Remember, you don’t have to travel this difficult journey alone.

DID YOU KNOW? SCC Security Patrol – Transport From Hospital

Did you know that the Sun City Security Patrol provides a limited service of transporting patients (CA and Kings Point residents) from South Shore Hospital to their residence in the CA or Kings Point. This courtesy service to residents is offered when other options are not available. Other restrictions for this service include:

Hospital administration is to contact Security Patrol with the request; patient must be “fully ambulatory”; must be totally released; No STOPS during transport; and ONLY available between 4:00 - 8:30 p.m. This is one of the courtesy services offered by the Security patrol to our community. Over 590 residents volunteer 3 or more hours per month. For more information on our courtesy services and how you may serve our community, stop by the offices at 1225 N. Pebble Beach Blvd or visit the website at www.sccpatrol.org

DID YOU KNOW? REGARDING SOLICITORS - From SCC Security Patrol

Did you know that most of US are not aware of the legal definition of “soliciting.” The state of Florida has statutes and Hillsborough County has ordinances that provide enlightenment on the issue. For a deep dive go to Florida statutes 501.021-501.055 (Home solicitation sale; definitions.).

501.021 Home solicitation sale; definitions.—As used in ss. 501.021-501.055: “Home solicitation sale” means a sale, lease, or rental of consumer goods or services with a purchase price in excess of $25 which includes all interest, service charges, finance charges, postage, freight, insurance, and service or handling charges, whether under single or multiple contracts, made pursuant to an installment contract, a loan agreement, other evidence of indebtedness, or a cash transaction or other consumer credit transaction, in which…

There are numerous “exceptions” to the statute.

Short summary in practical terms. Anyone can walk up to your door and knock or ring doorbell IF they do not conduct a business transaction valued at more than $25 (actual exchange of payment or contract to purchase). Wanting to set an appointment for another meeting is not a solicitation.

SOLUTIONS.

1. Signs can help (“No Solicitation” may discourage some. They usually know if they are soliciting in the legal sense.) A “No Trespassing” sign is an even stronger message.

2. With either sign posted and they still knock, tell them to leave. Tell them they are “trespassing” and you are calling 911, if they don’t leave. Do not debate or engage them in discussion. Posted signs are available at the Security Patrol ($1.00 each).

3. Do not answer door when strangers knock.

The Security Patrol has no authority to direct “solicitors” to leave an area. The Patrol can “drive by” and let them know they are being monitored. No engagement is allowed. The Sheriff’s Office can respond to trespass situations; especially when you do not feel safe or threatened. This is one of the courtesy services offered by the Security Patrol to our community. Over 590 residents volunteer 3 or more hours per month. For more information on our courtesy services and how you may serve our community, stop by the offices at 1225 N. Pebble Beach Blvd or visit the website at www.sccpatrol.org

Reference: Home Soliciting Title XXXIII, 501.021 Trespass Laws 810.08 Trespass in Structure or Conveyance 810-09 Trespass on property other than Structure or Conveyance

Veterans - Spouses Newsletter Monthly Up-date By Frank Kepley, CAPT USN, (Ret) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HwB6K1_wco4IG4jSyq6_pIT3aBqCwdOR/view

WEB SITES and EMAILS

Art Club's web site: www.artclubofscc.org

Bill and Phyllis Hodges – what’s happening in our community videos: http://www.hodgesvideos.com/

Camp Bayou Buzzzzz: http://campbayou.org/

ClubLink - Golf , Clubhouse & Recreation Memberships: http://www.clublink.ca or call 813-633-1015 x115

Community Association’s Monthly Newspaper online: http://www.suncitycenter.org/

Compare Hospitals: http://hospitalcompare.hhs.gov/GFWC SCC Woman’s Club: http://www.sccwomansclub.org/

Elks Club 813.645.2089

John Bowker’s web site: http://www.mysuncitycenter.org/

Kings Point Chorus: http://www.kpchorus.org

Kings Point Monthly Newspaper online: http://www.newsofkingspoint.com/

Minibus Travel club Events. For Schedule, Sold Out, or Cancelled: http://www.sccminibus.org/

Project Lifesaver Call 211

RADIO STATION FM 96.3 - Sun City Center's own radio show live online! http://wscqfm.com and click on Listen Live! Old Time Radio Classics featuring old radio programs from the 30s to the 60s.

Recycling Hillsborough County: www.HillsboroughCounty.org/Recycling

SCC FREE Ads and Events online: http://www.suncitycenteradsandevents.com/ or Email: Ads@SunCityCenterAdsAndEvents.com to submit all items for Ads and Events

SCC Campaign against Human Trafficking www.SCCBlueHeart.Org

Seniors vs. Crime Project of Attorney General in SCC. Report scams, etc. Call 813.634.8666

South Shore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging: http://www.mentalhealthandaging.org/ Resource Guide: http://www.magazinevolume.com/34237OP

SouthShore Library: http://www.southshorefriends.com/

Sun City Center Charitable Foundation: www.charitablefoundationscc.org

Sun City Center’s Facebook page of events: Friends of Sun City Center https://www.facebook.com/Friends-of-Sun-City-Center-Florida-207242151604/

Sun City Center Emergency Squad: http://sccems.com

Sun City Center Hearing Loss Association Chapter: www.hla-scc.com

Sun City Center's Men's Club: http://www.sccmensclub.org

Sun Towers Retirement Community: www.suntowersretirement.com or call 813-634-3347

The Hope Fund’s website: www.the-hope-fund.org.

The Irish Connection Club: www.sccirishconnection.com

United Community Church College, SCC Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/4LIFELEARNING?ref=hl

VA HOSITAL FREE VAN TRIPS: Call 642-0302

Veterans of America are collecting hygiene items for our veterans and household furniture to be used in setting up apartments for homeless veterans. I will pick up the items if you wish. Need used cars in reasonable good condition to give to needy qualified veterans. Please call Mary McColgon 813 603 4448 ex 2

Veterans Legal Service Assistance: For Vets who cannot afford legal services, contact Haley VA Legal Services Clinic at 813-318-7010

CMSgt (USAF Ret) Milton Bell’s Links for Military\Retirees\Veterans website at www.hostmtb.org

Military retirees may join the TRICARE For Life mailing list at http://www.hostmtb.org/tfl.html

Military retirees\veterans may join the Retiree-Veterans mailing list at http://www.hostmtb.org/retvet.html

Military retiree\veterans events schedule at http://www.hostmtb.org/RADs_and_Other_Retiree-Veterans_Events.html

Veterans - Spouses Newsletter Monthly Up-date By Frank Kepley, CAPT USN, (Ret) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gqLIypgHO5AAgnyRgtlcOZYFG69hdZm8/view