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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 AAPI Heritage Month This May
Since 1992, May has been designated as the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. According to Reader’s Digest, “The month was specifically chosen to commemorate the first Japanese immigrant to arrive in the United States. on May 7, 1843, as well...
California’s Master Plan for Aging: A Historic Opportunity to Meet Needs of Older Adults
With the increasing population of older adults in California, the Master Plan for Aging (MPA) projects there will be 10.8 million individuals 60 years of age or older by 2030. “This plan is intended to be a living document for years to come,” stated Governor Newsom....
How to Prepare for Spring Allergies
As the flowers bloom and the weather warms, many of us eagerly welcome the arrival of spring which commonly brings spring allergies. Due to increased rainfall, this year’s allergies may pose an even greater risk to older adults. Mayo Clinic explains that rainfall...
Sandra G. Learns to Use an iPad
In September 2023, Sandra was unfortunately hospitalized. During Sandra’s hospital stay, she was given an iPhone by her daughter to stay connected with each other. Sandra’s new iPhone was working fine until it died one day, resulting in all her contacts disappearing...
Providing Support to the Sandwich Generation
The term “sandwich generation” refers to young to middle-aged adults who are simultaneously raising children and supporting their aging parents. Typically, people in their 40s are most likely to fall in the sandwich generation. According to Mental Health America,...
Navigating Change Post-COVID
The challenging era of the COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented disruptions to communities worldwide. As Sourcewise navigated through this challenging time, our top focus as the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) in Santa Clara County (SCC) was to provide the tools and...
Easy Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day can be a wonderful opportunity for anyone to express their love and appreciation. However, this holiday does not have to be only celebrated by romantic partners. This Valentine’s Day, consider some easy, meaningful ways to celebrate with your loved...
Hassle-Free Tax Preparation for the 2024 Tax Season
Tax season can be overwhelming for anyone, but there are resources available that can help you with preparing your tax return seamlessly and at no cost for those who are eligible. The Internal Revenue Services (IRS) Direct Pilot Tax Preparation program has partnered...
How to Combat Social Isolation Using an iPad
According to the National Institute on Aging, “Loneliness is the distressing feeling of being alone or separated, while social isolation is the lack of social contacts and having few individuals to interact with on a regular basis.” Older adults are at higher risk...