Autumn means cheerful colors of red, orange and yellow leaves, and cooler temperatures as the season arrives. Fall into good habits this autumn. Here are some helpful reminders to stay well:Get Vaccinated. According to the Center for Disease Control, the flu vaccine...
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Community Based Organization: Senior Adults Legal Assistance
Senior Adults Legal Assistance (SALA) is a non-profit elder law office supporting seniors (60 and older) in their efforts to live safely and independently. Since 1973, this community based organization (CBO) has provided an array of legal services: from simple advice...
Summer Farmer’s Markets
Summertime brings a chance to stroll through the fabulous farmer’s markets offering fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers and other seasonal treats.When visiting farmer’s markets, keep in mind a few tips:Carry small bills and change; most markets do not accept credit...
Meet Susan Thomas – Lead Intake Representative for Senior Employment Services
Susan Thomas is the Lead Intake Representative in the Senior Employment Services Program at Sourcewise. She has assisted clients enrolling in the Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP) at Sourcewise since 2011.Susan has had the opportunity to get to know...
CBO Spotlight: Indian Health Center
California has one of the highest American Indian populations in the country, with more than 26,000 residents in the Santa Clara Valley.Indian Health Center (IHC) was established in 1977 to provide health care and medical services for American Indians who were...
Sourcewise Continues to Serve Our Community
After 40 years, the Council on Aging Silicon Valley’s name has been changed to Sourcewise. Our mission is to provide adults, their families and caregivers with the tools and services needed to effectively navigate their health and life options.Sourcewise will continue...
Community Based Organization: Spotlight on Alzheimer’s Activity Center
Pamela and Gary Steinke opened the Alzheimer’s Activity Center in 1986. As the first large capacity dementia-specific adult day care program in the country, the center offers a unique approach to caring for those with Alzheimer’s and memory loss. This center allows...
Signs Your Senior Loved One May Need Help
As the holiday season approaches and our families gather to celebrate, we have an opportunity to check on our senior loved ones. Being alert to behavior changes with our loved ones is the first step in addressing a need for help.Here are some signs our loved ones may...
Meet Leticia Sabadin – Administrative Assistant, Public Authority Services by Sourcewise
Leticia Sabadin began her career with Sourcewise as a receptionist in May 2009. Previously, she spent the majority of her career working in customer service and administration. She thrives on helping others, and is a team player who fosters positive relationships with...
Staying Healthy While Aging
As we age, many of us are concerned with our health and wellbeing. Fortunately, resources and programs do exist within Santa Clara County to help everyone live as long and healthy as possible. Studies show staying healthy depends on a number of different factors,...