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Take a Break! Respite Care for the Family Caregiver
Being a family caregiver is demanding and selfless work. A family caregiver is someone who: Cares for a family member or another individual (i.e. friend or neighbor) Is an informal (unpaid) provider of in-home or community care to a care receiver Is 18 years or...
Public Authority Consumer Roxann’s Recovery
On May 8, 2024, Roxann, a 77-year-old woman living in San Jose, California, suffered a fall resulting in a broken hip which left her bed-bound and in urgent need of comprehensive support. Roxy's situation was further complicated by malnutrition, an unmanageable living...
Public Authority Consumer Jeronima Gets Her Independence Back
In February 2024, Jeronima, a 61-year-old Latina residing in San Jose, California, faced a life-altering illness that left her bedbound and in need of immediate support. Referred to Public Authority Services by Sourcewise (Public Authority) through Adult Protective...
Start Healing Substance Abuse in Older Adults: Use Medicare Preventative Services
A 2018 report indicated that around 1 million individuals aged 65 or older were living with substance abuse disorders. Overcoming substance abuse disorder is a demanding process, requiring significant effort to achieve and maintain sobriety. Therefore, preventing the...
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,...
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...