As we continue to see Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases steadily decrease within the state, reported on the official website for California COVID-19 at covid19.ca.gov, adults aged 65 and older are still at high risk for serious illness from the virus that causes COVID-19....
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Becoming the Designated Grown-Up for an Aging Parent
Being a caregiver can be one of the most selfless yet challenging things you can do. The National Institute on Aging declares that some common feelings of caregivers are frustration and guilt. Feeling overwhelmed can also be a common experience in this profession....
Free Legal Services for Older Adults During COVID-19
Senior Adults Legal Assistance (SALA) is a nonprofit law office that provides free legal services to Santa Clara County residents 60 or older, regardless of income. SALA’s attorneys deliver a range of services from simple legal advice and referrals to comprehensive...
Medicare Coverage for COVID-19 Vaccines
As a variety of information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations stirs throughout the nation, keeping informed with accurate vaccine information can help individuals stay prepared and remove false claims about the safety of the vaccines. As stated...
Sourcewise Assists with Fall Prevention Modifications for South County Residents
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about one in four adults age 65 and older reported falling each year in the U.S., but less than half tell their doctor. Falls continue to be one of the leading causes for deaths of individuals over the age...
Sourcewise Emergency Nutrition Program Expansion
Since incorporation in 1973, Sourcewise has provided direct services and support to older adults in Santa Clara County (SCC).
Older Adults Building Resilience with Lifetime Experiences
The earlier months in 2020 brought many obstacles for all communities all over.
New Year Goals for Caregivers
Caring for yourself and others simultaneously may prove to be difficult, but that does not have to be the case.
Social Security Changes for 2021
With the new year, people tend to look towards newer and brighter possibilities.
February is American Heart Month
According to the American Heart Association (2018), an estimated 80% of cardiovascular disease are preventable, yet it remains to be the leading cause of death in the United States.