As part of an ongoing commitment to provide resources and support for family caregivers of those caring for aging loved ones, Senior Concerns will present a community seminar on “Veterans Benefits That Can Help Aid in the Cost of Caregiving ” on Monday, April 13 2015, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Senior Concerns, 401 Hodencamp Road, Thousand [...]
Q: I have a friend who has very bad eyesight, lives alone and is having trouble doing her everyday chores. Would the Braille organization be able to help her or does Braille only serve those who are blind? A: The Braille Institute of America serves those with issues from low vision to no vision. Its [...]
Q: I have been a very busy person all my adult life and was looking forward to having free time when I retired. Now that I am retired I find myself with time on my hands, and it is not all that I thought it would be. I’m considering volunteering but not sure what types [...]
As part of an ongoing commitment to provide resources and support for family caregivers of those caring for aging loved ones, Senior Concerns will present a community seminar on “Veterans Benefits That Can Help Aid in the Cost of Caregiving ” on Monday, April 13 2015, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Senior Concerns, 401 Hodencamp Road, Thousand [...]
Q: I’ve been widowed for almost two years and am considering a move. My home and yard are more than I want to continue to care for. I am active and independent, but at times I am very lonely. I’m considering what they call retirement living. Can you provide some guidance about this subject? A: [...]
Q: I am trying to help my parents manage their prescription drugs. They each take several, as well as over-the-counter items and vitamins. Do you have any suggestions? A: Managing multiple medicines is never an easy job, and it becomes more difficult when you are helping with medications for several people. Three out of four [...]
As part of an ongoing commitment to provide resources and support for family caregivers of those caring for aging loved ones, Senior Concerns will present a community seminar on “Gadgets and Remarkable Inventions to Make Caregiving Easier, on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Senior Concerns, 401 Hodencamp Road, Thousand Oaks. This informative seminar, [...]
Senior Concerns will provide Memories in the Making workshops on the 2 nd and 4 th Friday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. beginning Friday, March 13, 2015 at Senior Concerns, 401 Hodencamp Road in Thousand Oaks. Memories in the Making is one of the Alzheimer’s Association, California Southland Chapter’s signature programs. [...]
Q: Medicare denied payment for services I recently had and indicated I could appeal the decision. How do I start this process? A: Denial of payment for services can occur for many reasons. Before starting the appeal process it would be wise to talk with the provider’s office to see if the problem is due [...]
Q: I live in Thousand Oaks and am planning to restrict my driving. Sometime ago there was a seminar on how to use public transportation. Do you know if that seminar will be offered again? A: Yes, this transportation seminar is offered several times a year at the Goebel Adult Community Center. The next seminar [...]
