Senior Concerns In the News

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

With a gaggle of grandchildren, Scott Cooper figured he’d be helping to take care of family members in his retirement. He just didn’t figure the family member he’d be caring for most would be his mother. Being called on to care for a loved one often comes up with no [...]

James P. Sutton, a boardcertifi ed neurologist with more than 30 years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and related conditions, will present “Understanding Dementia” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tues., Jan. 27 at Senior Concerns in Thousand Oaks. Seminar attendees will be asked to make a [...]

Q: I am looking for information about a variety of services and wonder if there is a single place where I can start my search. Do you have any suggestions? A: You are looking for an expo type event and you are in luck. The Conejo Senior Volunteer Program is [...]

Q: I have heard a rumor of plans for a program that will recognize those who are serving as family caregivers. Do you know of any details? A: The rumor you heard is much more than a rumor. On Jan. 31, Senior Concerns, The Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce [...]

Senior Concerns will host a holiday shopping extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat., Dec. 13 at the Bargain Boutique Thrift Store, 80 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. The sale will feature 25 percent off everything in the store. In addition, a drawing for special gift certificates will be held [...]

Senior Concerns and Mobility Management Partners will host a free seminar on Ventura County’s new Mileage Reimbursement Program on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, 5:30 p.m. at Senior Concerns, 401 Hodencamp Road in Thousand Oaks. The Mileage Reimbursement Program is a rider-centered program designed to reimburse mileage to drivers who drive [...]

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  Q:  I recently applied for my Medicare benefits and soon after received a form to complete asking for information about employer’s health plans that I might be entitled to. Why would Medicare need such information? A:  Medicare needs to know about other health care coverage in order to establish [...]

Q:  Over the holidays I will be spending some time with my dad, who lives in another state. For some time I have been concerned about him continuing to live alone. What signs might indicate that it may be time to seek assistance for him? A:  A number of activities [...]

Q:  In the past I’ve heard about Medicare fraud and how important it is for everyone to fight it. I’m sure fraud occurs in all areas of care but am concerned with services provided by in-home agencies. What red flags would you suggest we look for? A:  You are correct. [...]