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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...

Support and Training for Caregivers

Caring for a loved one can be difficult, demanding, and overwhelming whether you have cared for someone in the past or if this is your first time. New caregivers could benefit from proper training on how to care for their loved ones, and experienced caregivers could...

Get Involved in Your Community with Sourcewise 

The Sourcewise Intergenerational Activities Volunteer Program recently kicked off in Fall 2023. The program aims to reduce social isolation and loneliness among older adults through activities that connect volunteers of all ages with older adults residing in Santa...

Sourcewise Celebrates 50 Years of Service 

Since the days when we were known as the Council on Aging Silicon Valley, Sourcewise has focused on serving Santa Clara County (SCC) with consistency and a constant drive to develop new and innovative solutions. When Sourcewise doors opened in 1973, we only offered...

Prepare for Medicare Changes in 2024 

The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is open now through December 7, 2023. The Sourcewise Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP) offers counseling by appointment over the phone and by video conference. Face-to-face appointments are also now...

Helping Residents Build Interdependence 

Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides individuals people with all types of disabilities, including seniors with disabling conditions residing in Santa Clara County (SCC). All services are community-based and free to...

Essential Tips for Fall Prevention 

Falls among older adults can result in severe injuries and significantly impact their quality of life. Fortunately, there are effective strategies to prevent falls and ensure their safety and well-being.   A list of key tips to prevent falls among older adults...

Celebrate National Family Caregivers Month

In celebration of National Family Caregivers (NFC) Month in November, Caregivers Network by Sourcewise remains delighted to be supporting all informal caregivers. We understand the dedication and selflessness that defines your role as a family caregiver. In...