Q: I feel like I am in constant pain, yet my doctor is not doing anything for it. What can I do to feel better? A: Many people believe that experiencing pain is a natural part of aging, but it does not have to go untreated. Studies show up to 4 out of every 5 [...]
Providing care to an older loved one is a responsibility that many of us are all too familiar with. Caregiving for a loved one can look different depending on the person’s level of need. It may include simply grocery shopping or accompanying to doctor’s appointments. Or, it may be more physical and include helping with [...]
May 20, 2021 By Becca Whitnall becca@theacorn.com ACORN SERIES/// Pandemic Pros A calendar on the wall at Senior Concerns is still opened to March 13, 2020. That's the last day it was turned to before the nonprofit's headquarters on Hodencamp Road were shut down due to the outbreak of COVID-19. For over a year, the [...]
Q: My husband is in the hospital and they said he will need to go to a rehab facility. How do I know what facility to choose? A: Finding the right skilled nursing facility for your husband to rehabilitate in until he can go home safely can be a worrying process. We want the best [...]
Recognizing the desire to honor and support family caregivers in our community, Senior Concerns, in concert with our title sponsors Home Helpers Home Care and Adventist Health Simi Valley, presents a Virtual Caregiver Recognition Day on Tuesday, June 15, 1-2:30 p.m. on Zoom. This annual event is designed to give family caregivers the chance to [...]
Senior Concerns, as part of its commitment to provide support for family caregivers of aging loved ones, will present an online workshop via Zoom titled “Dealing with Dementia” on Monday, January 25 and Tuesday, January 26, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.. The workshop will provide effective strategies for dealing with dementia behaviors. Family [...]
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 [...]
Dear Love Run Family, It has become clear that we will not be able to hold the 2020 Love Run at the end of October and we are heartbroken knowing that we won't be together to cheer each other on in person. We've been working hard behind the scenes and are excited to announce our [...]
We here at the Love Run are heartbroken over what is taking place in our community and around the world. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every single one of us, and our lives are forever changed because of it. Please know that we care deeply about your health and safety during this time & moving [...]
Reacting quickly to the current crisis, Senior Concerns has created several new programs for local seniors. While some of the normal day to day operations have been halted due to the mandated shutdown, our organization continues to find new ways to serve our senior community. Through area partnerships with community organizations and an outpouring of [...]
