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Quarterly Newsletter Winter 2021
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Sourcewise Emergency Nutrition Program Expansion
Since incorporation in 1973, Sourcewise has provided direct services and support to older adults in Santa Clara County (SCC). Sourcewise continues to support seniors and caregivers as we expand our reach to include persons with disabilities and all adults in SCC. One...
Older Adults Building Resilience with Lifetime Experiences
The earlier months in 2020 brought many obstacles for all communities all over. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has brought newfound change to the way we each live our daily lives.As it is more important for older adults to practice social distancing, it is...
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. It may also be typical to set goals for yourself at the beginning of every year to set the purpose of improving your overall quality of life.As we begin the...
Social Security Changes for 2021
With the new year, people tend to look towards newer and brighter possibilities. A new year provides everyone a fresh start for opportunities and change.A change that millions of Americans have been looking forward to this year comes from an announcement made in 2020...
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. It is never too late to start living a heart-healthy lifestyle. Understanding the...
Protection and 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
Protect Yourself Against Health Insurance Scams
The Coronavirus pandemic has had a dramatic health impact on Americans, in addition to leaving many unemployed and uninsured. As a result, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has...
County Warns of Scammers Sharing Unofficial Sources on COVID-19 Vaccines
Santa Clara County officials advised that there has been a lot of misinformation on the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine being shared within the community. Some community members have reported to the County that they received text messages...
Be Alert for Phishing Scammers Impersonating Legitimate Organizations
When internet fraudsters mimic a legitimate business to trick consumers into giving out their personal information, it is called “phishing.” It is not just a problem for consumers but also for the companies the scammers are impersonating. Information about this...
Be Alert for “Coronavirus Utility Company Scams”
Every day, millions of individuals who have lost their jobs are finding it difficult to pay their bills. As the Coronavirus continues to spread, scammers are taking advantage of people’s heightened economic anxiety. The latest strategy circulating is where scammers...
Latest News & Articles
Free Grab Bar Installations for Santa Clara South County Residents
Published by Home Safety Services on January 27, 2021. According to the California Department of Health, there are over 420,786 annually reported falls throughout the state resulting in 348,946 patient emergency room visits. Falls continue to be one of the leading...
Sourcewise Volunteers Continue to Support Vulnerable Seniors
*This is a special feature from the City of San Jose, Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services “The holidays can be a difficult time if you’re alone. We know that there's a lot of anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation that comes with social...
#SiliconValleyStrongHeroes – Meals on Wheels Program Rolls Ahead and Expands with New San Jose Together Meals on Wheels Program
Published by City of San José on November 20, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. "We value the opportunity to provide access to nutrition programs for those negatively impacted by COVID-19 through the San José Together Meals on Wheels and other nutrition programs available at...
Sourcewise 2020-2021 Grantees Adapt to Provide Services During the Pandemic
Santa Clara, November 25: Sourcewise aims to serve the community through funding services that are essential to the lives of seniors and caregivers throughout Santa Clara County. Sourcewise awarded $2,951,939 in Older American Act funding to organizations to provide...