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Observe Older Americans Month
Every year, May is recognized as Older Americans Month in the United States which is led by the Federal Administration for Community Living. This is a time to celebrate the contributions and achievements of older adults in our communities. According to the...
Avoid Scams Promising to Lower Your Credit Card Interest Rate
Credit card interest rate reduction scams could occur when a caller implies its company has special relationships with card issuers that can help secure lower interest rates. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) advises consumers who receive a call like this to approach...
Report Fraud and Losses to Keep Yourself Safe Online
You might have heard that scams mostly affect older adults, but reports to the Federal Trade Commission tell a different story. Last year, adults under 60 — our Gen X, Millennial, and Gen Z neighbors — were more likely to report losing money to fraud than people 60...
Join the Sourcewise Advisory Council to Help Communities in Need
The Advisory Council for Sourcewise plays a vital role in advocating for the needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities in Santa Clara County. Members of the council participate in planning for future services provided and funded by Sourcewise for those...
February is National Senior Independence Month
While many people may be aware that May was designated “Older Americans Month” by President John F. Kennedy in 1963, far fewer know that February also celebrates older Americans. Every February, the nation celebrates Senior Independence Month to support dignified and...
What the First-time Caregiver Needs to Know
With the new year, many people may begin caring for a grandparent, parent, or other loved one for the first time. Caregiving may happen suddenly with an accident, or a medical diagnosis, or start gradually with driving your loved one to get groceries. Later, you may...
Staying Healthy this Winter
The wintertime can be a more difficult season for seniors to stay healthy and active. From food access to the cold temperature to socialization access, a variety of factors can make it difficult for seniors to maintain their health. Since most fresh vegetables and...
Helping Older Adults Receive Additional Access to Food
The South County Sourcewise office in Morgan Hill has been helping older adults and adults with disabilities living in Morgan Hill, San Martin, and Gilroy since 2015. Thanks to a recent grant, South County team members have undergone CalFresh training and can assist...
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...
Be Alert for Financial Scams Targeting Older Adults
Scams targeting older adults are increasing. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), “In 2021 there were 92,371 older victims of fraud resulting in $1.7 billion in losses. This was a 74% increase in losses compared to 2020.” Scammers tend to target...