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Act Now for Upcoming Medi-Cal Changes in January 2026
For many residents of Santa Clara County, Medi-Cal provides essential health benefits including outpatient services, emergency services, hospitalization, prescription drugs, and more. Medi-Cal is California’s version of the federal Medicaid health insurance program...
Signs of Dementia
Navigating life with dementia comes with its own unique set of challenges ranging from struggling to remember information that was once effortless to recall, to experiencing difficulties being able to express yourself. Everyday living may not resemble what it once...
National Day of Community Service
When was the last time you did a community service activity? Launched in 2008, November 4 was designated as the day that you can take some time to give back to your community. National Day of Community Service was established to promote volunteerism and acts of...
Caregivers Need Support Too!
For many of us, there will come a point in our lives when we need to step up, in an unpaid capacity, to support a loved one who is no longer able to take care of themselves. For 53 million adults across the United States, the role of family caregiver is one that may...
Need help applying for CalFresh? Sourcewise can help!
Californians experiencing low or no income who struggle to pay for food may be eligible for CalFresh, known federally as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This program provides monthly assistance to individuals seeking access to nutritious foods....
Protection & Security
We are committed to educating our community members about scams targeting seniors in Santa Clara County; as well as providing up-to-date information offering protection against such scams. This page offers timely data about scams reported, steps to take when targeted, and how to avoid these scams. Guidance is made available as scams are identified.
Receive updates on identified scams targeting seniors by visiting the national database: fraud.org
Protecting Yourself from Social Media Scams
With social media being as prominent as it is today, scammers inevitably have found ways to exploit others. Countless different statistics indicate that some victims of scams were originally targeted through social media. Scammers often create fake personas or pretend...
How Did Robo-callers Get My Number?
Do you ever answer a phone call and are greeted by an automated voice with a preset recording? This may be an illegal scam. How did they get my phone number? What is the purpose of these calls? How do I get them to stop? These are some common questions one might have...
Fraud Identification and Prevention
Fraud and identity theft can appear in numerous forms and can happen to anyone. Whether it be a suspicious text message that you receive, or a phone call from someone claiming to be from an institution like the IRS, scammers are constantly finding new tricks to take...
Protect Yourself During the Holidays from Fake Delivery Scams
Protect Yourself During the Holidays from Fake Delivery Scams The holiday season is a time of joy, but scammers are using this opportunity to trick holiday shoppers into giving out personal details, including your name, address, and possibly credit card information....
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Understanding the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MAOEP)
If you are currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan, there is a special window each year that gives you a chance to make changes if your plan is not meeting your needs. This period is called the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MAOEP). When...
Missed Medicare Sign-Up? Learn About the General Enrollment Period (GEP)
If you did not sign up for Medicare Part A and/or Part B when you were first eligible, you may still have another opportunity. This is called the Medicare General Enrollment Period (GEP). When is the General Enrollment Period? The GEP takes place January 1 through...
Protecting Yourself from Social Media Scams
With social media being as prominent as it is today, scammers inevitably have found ways to exploit others. Countless different statistics indicate that some victims of scams were originally targeted through social media. Scammers often create fake personas or pretend...
Sourcewise Named Recipient of Prestigious Aging Innovations Award from USAging
Santa Clara, October 29, 2025 — Sourcewise is thrilled to announce that its Intergenerational Activities program received a USAging 2025 Aging Innovations Award, one of the highest honors presented by USAging to its members. Intergenerational Activities, which aims...