Santa Cruz Life Enrichment Programs and Schedule

Call us at: 831-458-9766

Visit us at: 1509 Seabright Ave, Suite B1, Santa Cruz CA 95062

Business Hours: 9:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M Monday - Wednesday

Resource Spotlight - In Person

Description: Resource Spotlight connects you with local community resources through guest speakers who share up-to-date information on services, eligibility, and contacts in an interactive, welcoming setting. Held at Vista Center’s Conference Room, each session covers topics like health and safety, nutrition, legal and support services, transportation, and more!

Date: November 4th, 2026 (First Wednesday of each month)

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Location: Vista Center Conference Room

Registration: Not required

Fee: None, donations appreciated

Topic: Your Ride is Here! Getting to Appointments with M&T Medical Transport

Speaker: Kumba M. Feely; Owner & Founder

Tired of juggling bus schedules, waiting on rides, or hoping someone’s free to drive you to the doctor? Let’s fix that! 


This month, M&T Medical Transport is pulling up to Vista Center. They’re a local, non-emergency medical ride service covering Santa Cruz and Santa Clara Counties, and their motto is “Transport You Can Trust.” Whether you walk, roll, or need to lie down for the trip, they offer a ride that fits: ambulatory, wheelchair, or stretcher transport to dialysis, specialist visits, imaging, physical therapy, hospital discharges, and more. 


Come find out how to book, what the ride is like from door to door, and what costs or coverage may apply. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and maybe a friend.  

Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Walk - In Person

A Walk in the Park: Henry Cowell Redwoods


Looking for a relaxed adventure in nature? Come explore some of the largest redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains. We will meander through ancient redwoods and enjoy interpretive signs, an audio tour, and plenty of benches for rest and contemplation. A State Park Interpreter will be joining us on the walk to point out key highlights along the trail!


Event Details

When: Thursday, November 12, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Where: Redwood Grove Loop Trail and Pipeline Road

Meeting Place: In front of the Nature Store (525 N. Big Trees Park Rd, Felton, CA 95018)

Route & Terrain: This easy walk is approximately 1.5 miles long. The route follows a wide, solid surface with some exposed roots, as well as paved sections. There is a short, steeper section approximately 400 feet long.

Amenities: Restrooms are available at both the start and end of the walk.

Transportation Note: Please schedule paratransit or rideshare pick-up times for 12:30 PM or later.


Help Us Shape More Accessible Parks in Santa Cruz


This outing marks the first of six park evaluations we will be carrying out across our local state parks.


As part of the State Park Accessibility Evaluation Grant received by Vista Center, we will be incorporating an accessibility feedback component into this walk. You will have the opportunity to share your firsthand experiences navigating the route and using the park's facilities—highlighting what works well, identifying physical or sensory barriers, and suggesting potential improvements.


Come walk with us, share your perspective, and help make our local state parks more accessible and welcoming for everyone!


Registration & Contact


If you would like to join us, please contact Holli Clark at hclark777@iCloud.com to register and reserve your spot.

Game Day - In Person

Description: Come join the fun as we play engaging (and often competitive) tactile and accessible games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, dominoes, mancala, Left Right Center, and more!

Date: November 18th, 2026 (Third Wednesday of each month)

Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Location: Vista Center Conference Room

Registration: Not required

Fee: None, donations appreciated

Tips & Tricks - In Person

*Due to the holidays Tips & Tricks will resume in January 2027.


Description: Join our popular peer-to-peer information series to learn helpful strategies to make life easier as someone with a visual impairment. Next month, the group will explore an in-depth how to topic, such as tips for accessible cooking, organizing your home, traveling, and using smarthome devices. If you would like to check out our Tips & Tricks audio recordings on our YouTube channel, visit Vista Center's YouTube channel.

Date: January 27th, 2027 (Fourth Wednesday every other month)

Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Location: Vista Center Conference Room

Registration: Not required

Fee: None, donations appreciated

Topic: This month, join us for tips and tricks on shopping with a visual impairment! We'll discuss strategies for navigating stores, identifying products, managing money and cards, and asking for assistance with confidence. Then, we'll put what we've learned into practice by planning a group shopping trip together in preparation for our upcoming holiday shopping event. Come ready to share your own tips, pick up new ones, and get set for a successful (and stress-free) holiday shopping season!

Braille at Your Pace - In Person

Description: Led by experienced instructor Tiffany Thomas, this in-person course will cover both reading and writing Braille in personalized, one-hour sessions. Whether you’re just beginning with Grade 1 or ready to tackle Grade 2, this flexible class is designed to support you at every stage of your Braille journey.

Date: Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Time: Appointment Only

Location: Vista Center

Registration: Required

Fee: None, donations appreciated

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