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The PACCALITE, PACCAL's Official Newsletter brings together supporters, volunteers, and community members with timely updates on the organization's efforts to improve lives through accessible healthcare, advocacy, and support services. Each issue highlights success stories, upcoming events, and essential resources, while also providing information on how individuals can get involved or contribute to the cause. With a focus on building a stronger, healthier community, the PACCALITE Newsletter serves as a meaningful connection between the organization and those it aims to serve, offering inspiration and a call to action for all who care about making a difference.
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QUICK NEWS AND UPDATES 2026
AUGUST 2026
Our thanks to these entities and individuals for their partnership and partial funding on our programs.
~ Hudson County Office of Aging
~ October 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Fe Martinez and Sahlee Manongdo (November 2025 - October 2026)
If you are interested with the programs we deliver and wish to participate, volunteer, or be a member to help strengthen our programming, check our CALENDAR and/or email info.paccal@gmail.com
PACCAL'S PROGRAMS
Aug 11, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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Aug 11, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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Aug 4, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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Aug 4, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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PACCAL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
Aug 9, Sunday, - PACCAL attended the Fiesta in America's People's Ball. PACCAL's Executive Director Ria Serrano was recognized for her Intergenerational Endeavors in the community. In attendance were board members Darlene Borromeo (with husband Bong Borromeo), Jen Castaneda, and Joey Mayo, Past board members Jimmy Buenviaje, Anthony Bautista (with wife Myrna Bautista) with members Linda Limcaco, Jelin Asamoah, Velen John, Jocelyn Bernal, and friends. ...................................................................
JULY 2026
Our thanks to these entities and individuals for their partnership and partial funding on our programs.
~ Hudson County Office of Aging
~ October 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Fe Martinez and Sahlee Manongdo (November 2025 - October 2026)
~ Mrs. Ramona Gapasin and Mr. Lee Clemente
If you are interested with the programs we deliver and wish to participate, volunteer, or be a member to help strengthen our programming, check our CALENDAR and/or email info.paccal@gmail.com
PACCAL'S PROGRAMS
July 21, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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July 21, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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July 20, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL hosted this month's Membership Meeting to update our colleagues with our programs and initiatives. Followed by a small gathering for the month's birthday celebrants.
The meeting was facilitate by Freddy Burke, incumbent President.
The celebrants in-attendance were:
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July 17, 2026, Friday- Social at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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July 14, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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July 14, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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July 13, 2026, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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July 10, 2026, Friday- Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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July 7, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL hosted a Haircut for Seniors at the Center.
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July 7, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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July 7, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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July 3, 2026, Friday- Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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PACCAL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
JUNE 2026
Our thanks to these entities and individuals for their partnership and partial funding on our programs.
~ Hudson County Office of Aging
~ ALMS (Association of Learning and Mentoring Services)
~ October 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Fe Martinez and Sahlee Manongdo (November 2025 - October 2026)
~ Mrs. Ramona Gapasin and Mr. Lee Clemente
If you are interested with the programs we deliver and wish to participate, volunteer, or be a member to help strengthen our programming, check our CALENDAR and/or email info.paccal@gmail.com
PACCAL'S PROGRAMS
June 19, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL hosted Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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June 18, 2026, Friday- Social at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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June 16, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL hosted this month's Membership Meeting to update our colleagues with our programs and initiatives. Followed by a small gathering for February birthday celebrants.
The meeting was facilitated by President Freddy Burke.
The celebrants in-attendance: Marilou Songco
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June 15, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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June 15, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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June 14, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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June 12, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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June 11, 2026, Friday- Time To Relax, In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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June 9, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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June 9, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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June 8, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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June 6, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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June 5, 2026, Friday- Time To Relax, In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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June 2 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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June 2, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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June 1, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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PACCAL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
June 7, 2026 - PACCAL President Freddy Burke together with Activity chair Jaimie 'Mimi' Natividad at the PIDCI's Independence Day Parade in Manhattan, NY. Families and friends joined the parade don in their Philippine National Attires.
MAY 2026
Our thanks to these entities and individuals for their partnership and partial funding on our programs.
~ Hudson County Office of Aging
~ ALMS (Association of Learning and Mentoring Services)
~ October 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Fe Martinez and Sahlee Manongdo (November 2025 - October 2026)
~ Mrs. Ramona Gapasin and Mr. Lee Clemente
If you are interested with the programs we deliver and wish to participate, volunteer, or be a member to help strengthen our programming, check our CALENDAR and/or email info.paccal@gmail.com
PACCAL'S PROGRAMS
May 23, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL hosted Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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May 21, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL hosted this month's Membership Meeting to update our colleagues with our programs and initiatives. Followed by a small gathering for February birthday celebrants.
The meeting was facilitated by President Freddy Burke.
The celebrants in-attendance:
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May 19, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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May 19, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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May 18, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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May 16, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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May 15, 2026, Friday- Social at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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May 12, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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May 12, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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May 11, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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May 9, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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May 8, 2026, Friday- Time To Relax, In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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May 5, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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May 5, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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May 4, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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May 1, 2026, Friday- Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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PACCAL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
May 24, 2026, Saturday - Amidst the pouring rain, PACCAL with its Executive Director hosted a tent at the 2026 Santacruzan and Flores De Mayo (hosted by Catholic Action of Mary) to provide information access on services for the community. Community volunteers were in participation for this activity
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APRIL 2026
Our thanks to these entities and individuals for their partnership and partial funding on our programs.
~ Hudson County Office of Aging
~ ALMS (Association of Learning and Mentoring Services)
~ October 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Fe Martinez and Sahlee Manongdo (November 2025 - October 2026)
~ Mrs. Ramona Gapasin and Mr. Lee Clemente
If you are interested with the programs we deliver and wish to participate, volunteer, or be a member to help strengthen our programming, check our CALENDAR and/or email info.paccal@gmail.com
PACCAL'S PROGRAMS
April 25, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL hosted Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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April 21, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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April 21, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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April 18, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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April 17, 2026, Tuesday - Social at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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April 16, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL hosted this month's Membership Meeting to update our colleagues with our programs and initiatives. Followed by a small gathering for February birthday celebrants.
The meeting was facilitated by President Freddy Burke.
The celebrants in-attendance:
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April 14, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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April 14, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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April 13, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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April 11, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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April 10, 2026, Tuesday - Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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April 7, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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April 7, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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April 6, Monday- Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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April 3, 2026, Friday- Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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PACCAL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
MARCH 2026
Our thanks to these entities and individuals for their partnership and partial funding on our programs.
~ Hudson County Office of Aging
~ ALMS (Association of Learning and Mentoring Services)
~ October 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Fe Martinez and Sahlee Manongdo (November 2025 - October 2026)
~ March 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Senen Cabalfin and Linda Limcaco (April 2025 - March 2026)
~ Mrs. Ramona Gapasin and Mr. Lee Clemente
If you are interested with the programs we deliver and wish to participate, volunteer, or be a member to help strengthen our programming, check our CALENDAR and/or email info.paccal@gmail.com
PACCAL'S PROGRAMS
March 28, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL hosted Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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March 26, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL hosted this month's Membership Meeting to update our colleagues with our programs and initiatives. Followed by a small gathering for February birthday celebrants.
The meeting was facilitated by President Freddy Burke.
The celebrants in-attendance ED Ria Serrano, PP Rose Javier, and member Rebecca Samanyaphon.
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March 25, 2026, Saturday -Bus Trip Outreach was canceled. Managed by Anita Tan.
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March 21, 2026, Saturday -Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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March 20, 2026, Tuesday - Social at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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March 17, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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March 17, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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March 14, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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March 13, 2026, Tuesday - Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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March 10, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL hosted a Haircut for Seniors at the Center.
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March 10, 2026, Tuesday - Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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March 10, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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March 10, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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March 7, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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March 3, 2026, Tuesday - Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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March 6, 2026, Tuesday - Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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March 3, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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March 3, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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PACCAL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
March 28, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL attended the Knight of Rizal's Grand Turn Over Ceremony. In attendance were members Ria Serrano, Rose Javier, Rolando Javier, Lee Clemente, Reagan Rada, Flo Coronel, Ramona Gapasin, Marilou Songco, Pam Andes, Teresa Medina, Darlene Borromeo, Tess Damito, Gary Abasolo, Joey Mayo, Ariel Aggabao, Rita Smillios
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March 26, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL partnered with JCI North Jersey's From Innovation to Inclusion: Entrepreneurship Advancing Inclusive Legal Systems for Women's Access to Justic Event at the Bahai International Community Office at the United Nationas Plaza in New York. In attendance were Executive Director Ria Serrano, Second VP Flo Coronel, Board Member Lee Clemente, members Connie Sianoya, Charlene Bornea, Paula Morandarte.
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March 21, 2026, Saturday- PACCAL attended PIDCI Grand Marshall Ball Fundraiser. In attendance were Board Sec Aprille Aquino, Director Lee Clemente, Members Merlyn Loja, Nongsky Aquino, Charlene Bornea, Kreena Poquita, Villy Pasia
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March 11, 2026, Wednesday - PACCAL attended the Dialogue of the Philippine President Marcos at the United Nations.
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FEBRUARY 2026
Our thanks to these entities and individuals for their partnership and partial funding on our programs.
~ Hudson County Office of Aging
~ ALMS (Association of Learning and Mentoring Services)
~ October 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Fe Martinez and Sahlee Manongdo (November 2025 - October 2026)
~ March 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Senen Cabalfin and Linda Limcaco (April 2025 - March 2026)
~ Mrs. Ramona Gapasin and Mr. Lee Clemente
If you are interested with the programs we deliver and wish to participate, volunteer, or be a member to help strengthen our programming, check our CALENDAR and/or email info.paccal@gmail.com
PACCAL'S PROGRAMS
February 28, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL hosted a Volunteer Meet at Sabor A Peru
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February 28, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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February 24, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL hosted a Virtual Town Hall Meeting with the Consul General and Deputy Consul General of the Philippines in New York.
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February 21, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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February 20, 2026, Tuesday - Social at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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February 19, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL's Executive Director Ria Serrano hosted a Volunteer Meet and Respite Dinner for seniors, paid and unpaid carers (caregivers) at Hibachi 440.
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February 19, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL hosted this month's Membership Meeting to update our colleagues with our programs and initiatives. Followed by a small gathering for February birthday celebrants. The meeting was hosted by President Freddy Burke and celebrant attending in-person Past President Ramona Gapasin.
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February 17, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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February 17, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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February 14, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL hosted Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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February 13, 2026, Tuesday - Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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February 11, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL hosted a Bus Trip for Seniors to Jersey Gardens. It was a fun filled half day with more than 30 seniors in attendance. In attendance were Executive Director Ria Serrano and the staff team with Past President Betty Buenviaje.
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February 10, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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February 10, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop.Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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February 7, 2026, Thursday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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February 6,2026, Tuesday - Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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February 3, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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February 3, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop.Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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PACCAL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
February 21, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL's Executive Director Ria Serrano attended the UNIFFIED meeting in Cedar Grove, NJ.
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February 21, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL's Executive Director Ria Serrano attended Ms. Betty Catedrilla's Birthday at Galloping Hills. Ms. Catedrilla is a revered senior in Jersey City and is a beloved individual amongst her family and friends.
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February 19, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL volunteered for the IFTAR Event at the Jersey City City Hall as Ramadan starts this week. In attendance were Executive Director Ria Serrano with Board Member Leizl Lacida and Member Charlene Bornea.
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February 17, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL attended the Harmony Week hosted by World Yoga Community. In attendance were Executive Director Ria Serrano, Board Member Lee Clemente, Members Connie Sianoya and Charlene Bornea.
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February 10, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL's Executive Director Ria Serrano attended NJDOH"s OMMH Specific Populations Quarterly All Partners Meeting virtually.
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February 5, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL attended the KNOW YOUR RIGHTS RAPID RESPONSE Townhall Meeting at Grace Van Vorst Church. In attendance was Executive Director Ria Serrano.
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JANUARY 2026
Our thanks to these entities and individuals for their partnership and partial funding on our programs.
~ Hudson County Office of Aging
~ ALMS (Association of Learning and Mentoring Services)
~ October 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Fe Martinez and Sahlee Manongdo (November 2025 - October 2026)
~ March 25, 2025 Gala Honorary Chairs Senen Cabalfin and Linda Limcaco (April 2025 - March 2026)
~ Mrs. Ramona Gapasin and Mr. Lee Clemente
If you are interested with the programs we deliver and wish to participate, volunteer, or be a member to help strengthen our programming, check our CALENDAR and/or email info.paccal@gmail.com
PACCAL'S PROGRAMS
January 31, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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January 29, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL Bus Trip to Jersey Gardens. Postponed due to snowstorm. Rescheduled to February 11, 2026.
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January 24, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community. Managed by by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon.
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January 23, 2026, Friday - Haircut Wellness Outreach for Seniors in Harborview with Dino Balicud.
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January 22, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL hosted this month's Membership Meeting to update our colleagues with our programs and initiatives. Followed by a small gathering for February birthday celebrants. The meeting was hosted by President Freddy Burke.
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January 20, 2026, Tuesday - Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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January 20, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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January 20, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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January 17, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL hosted together with Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon, a Wellness in Motion for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community.
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January 16, 2026, Tuesday - Social in Harborview by Elvira Reyes
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January 13, 2026, Tuesday - Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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January 13, 2026, Tuesday -Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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January 13, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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January 10, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community.
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January 9,2026, Tuesday - Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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January 6,2026, Tuesday - Dance and Wellness in Motion In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes. Instructed by Dante Tolentino
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January 6, 2026, Tuesday - Wellness in Motion Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CH) Anita Tan. Instructor Gianne Calzado.
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January 6, 2026, Tuesday - Healthy Heart Online Workshop. Managed by Community Health Worker (CHW) Susan Liguori with Guest Presenter.
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January 3, 2026, Saturday - Wellness in Motion by Ms. Edna Tiongson and Gilbert Vianzon for our 55+, our seniors, and are teamed with volunteers in our community.
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January 2, 2026, Tuesday - Time To Relax In-Person at Harborview by Elvira Reyes.
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January 1, 2026, Thursday - PACCAL met with FICA Team in Elizabeth, NJ for new state initiatives.
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PACCAL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
January 31, 2026, Saturday - PACCAL's Executive Director Ria Serrano attended the Ms. Philippines Intercollegiate in Newark, NJ to support young women empowerment.
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January 21, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL volunteered at the Packaging Activity of the Hudson County Commission for Women and Girls. In attendance were PACCAL ED Ria Serrano, Board Member Lee Clemente, Past President Betty Buenviaje, and members Connie Sianoya and Ves Medinaceli.
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January 15, 2026, Tuesday - PACCAL's Executive Director Ria Serrano, Board President Freddy Burke, Board Members Lee Clemente, and members attended Jersey City's newly elected officials at the Inauguration 2026 at the NJCU Center for the Arts Margaret Williams Theater.
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