The holidays can be a wonderful time to share the joys of friends and family. The food, activities, and time spent with loved ones bring warmth to the chilly winter months. It can be a time for making new memories, and for seniors, it can be a time for recalling...
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The Importance of Vitamin D
Our bodies naturally produce vitamin D after spending time in the sun, but at least half of the United States population may still be low in vitamin D.One of the chief roles of vitamin D is to help absorb and metabolize essential minerals calcium and phosphorus, and...
NanaTechnology: New Innovations Can Help Caregivers
Global Positioning System technologies (or GPS) can be useful when navigating the streets of an unknown city or finding a route that bypasses traffic. By understanding the possibilities of GPS and other uses of this technology, our day to day lives can be...
Medicare Announces Funding for Health Insurance Counseling Programs
Nearly $46.5 million for basic grant funding will be distributed to Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Programs (HICAP) throughout the United States to help people with Medicare get more information about their health benefits and choices, Centers for Medicare...
Join Us for a July 4 Celebration!
Join Council on Aging Silicon Valley on July 4 as we celebrate our country’s independence with the communities of Santa Clara County.Last year marked Council on Aging Silicon Valley’s (COASV) debut in the Rose, White, and Blue Parade. This holiday event spreads...
Spring Cleaning and Home Safety
Spring has sprung! Flowers are starting to bloom and the days are getting longer and sunnier. Warmer days and sunny skies also mean it is time to start some spring cleaning.Spring cleaning can uplift your mood and offer a fresh start; it can also help ensure...
NanaTechnology: Medications Monitored by Machine
As we age, many of us will require new prescriptions and supplements to help treat conditions and keep our bodies as strong as possible. However, remembering what time to take multiple pills and the proper dosages can be difficult, especially if cognitive or memory...
May is Mental Health Month
May is mental health month, and building awareness of the many people affected by mental health issues is key to gain access to effective treatment. Around 60 million Americans are diagnosed with a mental health condition each year. The vast majority of these...
Meet Dulce Rojas – Benefits Specialist, Public Authority
Dulce Rojas’ compassion and energy has allowed her to thrive as the Benefits Specialist for COASV Public Authority Services. Public Authority Services manages benefits and enrollment, as well as maintains a registry, of In-Home Supportive Services Workers (IHSS)....
Stay Warm This Winter
The official first day of winter is not until December 22, although it may feel like winter already! As the temperatures drop, remember it is important for you and your loved ones to stay warm and safe in the cold and wet conditions winter will bring. Being sure your...