Although California has fully reopened its economy since June 15, there are still some risks for the older adult population to transition back to their normal lives. With the disconnection from the public, older adults may feel isolated and struggle to maintain proper...
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Reduce Your Risk of Infection
A new study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) discovered that the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines authorized by the Food and Drug Administration (Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna) reduce the risk of infection by 91 percent for fully vaccinated...
Eating Well as You Age
Most people know good nutrition and physical activity can help maintain a healthy weight. Though, the benefits of good nutrition can go beyond weight. Maintaining a healthy diet can reduce the risk of some diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Good...
CalFresh Benefit Increase Extension
Amidst the pandemic, American households continue to struggle to put food on the table. Known federally as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), it provides monthly food benefits to low-income individuals and families. CalFresh Food is California’s...
Unique Help for Caregivers
While only one in ten individuals are caregivers to adults ages 50 and older, these individuals often have lower health and decreased wellbeing than the overall population. Studies show that caregivers have higher rates of stress and tend to have increased frustration...
Maintaining a Healthy Routine for Older Adults During the Pandemic
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....
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...