Barbara’s parents, like many seniors in their 80s, are trying to keep from contracting COVID-19 by isolating at home. To keep fed, they signed up for the governor’s Great Plates program, which delivers two restaurant-quality meals per day; other groceries are ordered online by their daughter. In normal times, Barbara, who lives two hours away, [...]
People are currently being inundated with political arguments, negative advertisements and reports of unrest around the world. It is natural to internalize these feelings of turmoil into our daily life. With everything going on, it is easy to become bogged down by a sense of dread. However, a small act of kindness has the power [...]
The holidays are almost upon us and now is the perfect time to get your shopping done and support a local nonprofit at the same time! Senior Concerns’ Bargain Boutique and Thrift Store is planning a massive, holiday blow out Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, November 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Boutique is [...]
Question: What do I need to know about Medicare for 2021? Medicare open enrollment period is from October 15th–December 7th. It is important to review your plan and make sure it is still the right choice for you. Plans change a little each year and sometimes this may mean they no longer cover a prescription [...]
As of September 2020, almost 13 million people in the United States were unemployed. Of course, a great deal of the job losses can be attributed to COVID. I’m sure any one of us, including me, can name multiple people we know who are out of work as a result of the pandemic; half our [...]
More voting questions answered Question: Is it too late to register to vote? The deadline for registering to vote in California is October 18th. You can register online at www.registertovote.ca.gov/. However, if you miss this deadline you still have the option to vote in person by registering and casting a Conditional Voter Registration (CVR) ballot [...]
Question: What do I need to know to prepare for the flu season this year? The flu continues to be a concern for the fall and winter months, and we should all do our best to prepare. Flu vaccines are available now and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone over the [...]
Why do seniors turn out to vote more than any other age group? Older adults, especially those that are no longer working, are particularly susceptible to changes in policy made by elected officials. A large percentage of their income and access to healthcare resources are tied to government programs. It also helps that seniors have [...]
