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Prioritizing Mental Health: A Guide to Medicare’s Preventive Services
Mental health is an integral aspect of overall well-being, yet it is often overlooked or underestimated, especially among older adults. However, with the recognition of its importance, Medicare has expanded its coverage to include a range of preventive services aimed...
Volunteer Highlights from 2022
As the end of the year is coming closer and we look back on 2022, one thing that stands out is the dedicated volunteers who contributed their time and energy to the different programs and initiatives with Sourcewise. At both offsite and onsite events, volunteers...
Prepare for Medicare Changes in 2023
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs between October 15 and December 7, every year. The Sourcewise Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP) offers services by appointment over the phone and by video conference. Face-to-face appointments...
Celebrate Black History Month with the Senior Adults in Your Life
Black History Month is an annual celebration of Black Americans' history, culture, and contributions. It was the brainchild of historian and founder of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASAALH), Carter G. Woodson. Initially, it began...
The Digital Access Program: Bridging the Digital Divide for San Jose Residents with In-Person Access Center
Sourcewise is pleased to have launched its newest Digital Inclusion initiative: the Digital Access Program! Operating from October 2024 through August 2025, the Digital Access Program is hosted at the Roosevelt Community Center and offers a physical space for seniors...
Understanding End-of Life-Care
End-of-life care can be an emotional journey for the caregiver and their loved one. Navigating around a loved one’s final few moments is rarely simple. However, utilizing the following tips may bring a level of peace when going through the end-of-life care journey:...
Strategies to Lower Medicare Costs
Now that the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is over, let’s turn our attention to a group of Medi-Cal programs that are specifically designed for Medicare recipients with lower incomes and may be able to lower their Medicare costs. Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs)...
Ways to Combat Seasonal Depression for Older Adults
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), or seasonal depression, often affects older adults during colder months when days are shorter, and daylight is limited. Some strategies can help older adults to stay positive and resilient throughout the winter season. One...
Fraud Identification and Prevention
Fraud and identity theft can appear in numerous forms and can happen to anyone. Whether it be a suspicious text message that you receive, or a phone call from someone claiming to be from an institution like the IRS, scammers are constantly finding new tricks to take...
Prepare for Medicare Changes in 2025
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is open now through December 7, 2024. The Sourcewise Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP) offers services by appointment over the phone and by video conference. In person appointments are also now...
National Family Caregivers Month
November is dedicated to recognizing caregivers and all the demanding work they do in caring for their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond family to include friends and chosen family as well. Roselyn Carter said that there are four types of people in the...
Accessible Voting Options for the 2024 Election
For individuals with limited resources or mobility, going to the polls to vote on election day can be challenging. This is a major obstacle that may prevent seniors and individuals with disabilities from exercising their right to vote for our nation’s leaders and...
Reskilling and Upskilling for Older Workers: Embracing New Opportunities
For older adults looking to get back into the workforce or build new skills, there’s good news: the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) at Sourcewise is here to help. This program is designed to support older workersby offering training and job...