We probably all know at least one person who has been supported by a hospice program. Hospice is a program available for those facing the end stages of a terminal illness. This program offers medical, emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families, including grief counseling.

On Friday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to noon, Elizabeth Marcolongo, the Public Relations Coordinator at The Elizabeth Hospice, will speak on what makes hospice care so special to so many people. You will learn how hospice, over the years, has become a model of health care, the services offered, who is eligible and how one is referred. She will also explain who pays for hospice care and how family members are involved.

As people learn more about hospice, they are realizing that it may be the type of end-of-life care that they would like to have. The course will be given at the CEC’s office, 16776 Bernardo Center Drive, room 110A. Cost is $11 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Call 487-0464 for a reservation or more information.

On Tuesday, February 25 from 10 am to noon, Attorney Albert J. Gaynor will discuss the creation and operation of San Diego’s Ethics Commission. He has had thirty five years of practice as a trial attorney and is Vice Chair of the SD Ethics Commission. His discussion will include the purpose, duties, authority and power of the Commission. How will it affect the actions and behavior of city employees? Will "cleaner" elections and governments result? Members $11, nonmembers $14

Kenyan Safari – the trip of a lifetime! October 23 to November 3, the CEC has arranged for you to go on safari. Planned by one of the most outstanding tour companies, the safari provides exciting sightseeing and game drives in a 7-passenger vehicle with window seating and roof hatch for viewing and photographing. Experienced English-speaking guides will look after your every need. Comfortable hotel accommodations with American-style meals. Don’t miss out on this remarkable experience. Call Bee St. Clair at CEC, 487-0464 for more information.

The Continuing Education Center at Rancho Bernardo (now in its 24^th year) is located at 16776 Bernardo Center Drive in the Medical-Dental Building, Suite 110. In cooperation with the College of Extended Studies, SDSU, the center offers general interest education courses, day trips and special events, as well as a travel/study program with domestic and international destinations.

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RB Senior Services announces a free seminar on "Memory and Aging" on Friday, February 21 at 10:30 a.m. Barbara Newman, community liaison for the Silverado Senior Living in Escondido will give an informative talk about normal changes in memory, indications of dementia and steps to take if you suspect Alzheimer’s disease. She will tell you why "senior moments" are nothing to worry about, and how to get the latest on memory-enhancing medications. Call Senior Services at 487-2640 for reservations.