For many residents of Santa Clara County, Medi-Cal provides essential health benefits including outpatient services, emergency services, hospitalization, prescription drugs, and more. Medi-Cal is California’s version of the federal Medicaid health insurance program...
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Signs of Dementia
Navigating life with dementia comes with its own unique set of challenges ranging from struggling to remember information that was once effortless to recall, to experiencing difficulties being able to express yourself. Everyday living may not resemble what it once...
National Day of Community Service
When was the last time you did a community service activity? Launched in 2008, November 4 was designated as the day that you can take some time to give back to your community. National Day of Community Service was established to promote volunteerism and acts of...
Caregivers Need Support Too!
For many of us, there will come a point in our lives when we need to step up, in an unpaid capacity, to support a loved one who is no longer able to take care of themselves. For 53 million adults across the United States, the role of family caregiver is one that may...
Need help applying for CalFresh? Sourcewise can help!
Californians experiencing low or no income who struggle to pay for food may be eligible for CalFresh, known federally as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This program provides monthly assistance to individuals seeking access to nutritious foods....
Take Time to Prioritize Your Wellness This August
August marks National Wellness Month, a time to prioritize our self-care, reduce stress, and create healthier habits to feel our best. At Sourcewise, we encourage older adults to use National Wellness Month as a time to focus on their wellness, with the goal of...
FAQ for the 2025 Medicare Annual Enrollment Period
Every year the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs from October 15 – December 7. To help Medicare beneficiaries prepare, here are common frequently asked questions and answers. “How do I know what kind of Medicare coverage I have?” Generally, beneficiaries...
Beating the Heat and Staying Cool
As the gloomy rains of the wet season depart around June, summer begins to make its warm presence apparent. Summer brings joy, adventure, and new opportunities, but it also comes with intense heat. The importance of staying hydrated cannot be highlighted enough. It’s...
No Gaps Here! How Linkages Helps to Ensure Clients Receive Uninterrupted Support
Linkages serves as an alternative care and case management option for older adults or adults with functional impairment who may be ineligible for care management services available through Medi-Cal. The program authorizes and arranges for the purchase of and referrals...
The Importance of Adult Day Programs
Adult day programs are community-based services designed to support older adults and individuals with disabilities during daytime hours. They provide a safe, welcoming environment where participants engage in social, recreational, and therapeutic activities tailored...