Senior Concerns In the News
Senior Concerns Presents Free Seminar on “Medicare Basics”
Senior Concerns, as part of its commitment to provide support and education for seniors and family caregivers, will present a virtual seminar titled “Medicare Basics.” The seminar will be held via Zoom from 3:00-4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 29, 2022. This informative seminar will provide detailed information on how to [...]
Senior Concerns Presents Free Seminar on “Having the Conversation”
Senior Concerns, as part of its commitment to provide support and education for seniors and family caregivers, will present a virtual seminar titled “Having the Conversation.” The seminar will be held via Zoom from 3:00-4:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 17, 2022. This informative seminar will provide tips on how to [...]
Senior Concerns and the Goebel Adult Community Center Presents Free Seminar on “The DMV, Seniors and Safety”
Senior Concerns, in partnership with the Goebel Adult Community Center, will present a free seminar titled “The DMV, Seniors and Safety” on Tuesday, August 2 at 11:00 a.m. This seminar will be held at the Goebel Adult Community Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Seminar attendees will learn about [...]
Senior Concerns Presents Free Seminar on “What Seniors Need to Know About Cancer”
Senior Concerns, as part of its commitment to provide support and education for seniors and family caregivers, will present a virtual seminar titled “What Seniors Need to Know About Cancer.” The seminar will be held via Zoom from 3:00-4:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 28, 2022. This informative seminar will providing [...]
Senior Concerns Presents Free Seminar on “How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones from Scams and Fraud”
Senior Concerns, as part of its commitment to provide support and education for seniors and family caregivers, will present a virtual seminar titled “How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones from Scams and Fraud.” The seminar will be held via Zoom from 3:00-4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. [...]
Senior Concerns’ Westlake Neftin Mazda Love Run Raises Vital Funds for Meals On Wheels
Senior Concerns is proud to present the 28th annual Neftin Westlake Mazda Love Run on Sunday, June 5, 2022 in Westlake Village. This annual event supports Senior Concerns’ Meals On Wheels Program, which helps ensure that homebound seniors do not go without food. Prior to the pandemic, Senior Concerns was [...]
Senior Concerns Presents Free Seminar on “What the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Has to Offer”
Senior Concerns, as part of its commitment to provide support and education for seniors and family caregivers, will present a virtual seminar titled “What the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Has to Offer.” The seminar will be held via Zoom from 3:00-4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. The [...]
Senior Concerns Seeks Volunteers to Help Staff the Neftin Westlake Mazda 28th Annual Love Run
Would you like to have fun while supporting an amazing cause? Are you looking for a way to give back to the community? Here is a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our elder friends and neighbors! In preparation for the Neftin Westlake Mazda 28th Annual [...]
We are delivering measurable outcomes in our community!
Hello, It continues to be a busy time at Senior Concerns. We are grateful for the support of our volunteers, Cities, County, grantors, donors and staff. Please read our February update to discover what we have been up to. We are delivering measurable outcomes in our community MEALS AND [...]
Senior Concerns Presents Free Virtual Caregiver Recognition Day Thursday, March 10, 2022 on Zoom
Recognizing the desire to honor and support family caregivers in our community, Senior Concerns, in concert with our title sponsor Adventist Health Simi Valley, presents a Virtual Caregiver Recognition Day on Thursday, March 10 from 1-3:00 p.m. on Zoom. This annual event is designed to give family caregivers the chance [...]
Senior Concerns Presents Free Three-Part Zoom-Based Seminar Titled “Shaping Your Last Chapter”
Senior Concerns, as part of its commitment to provide support and education for seniors and family caregivers, will present a three-part virtual seminar titled “Shaping Your Last Chapter.” The seminar will be held via Zoom from 2:00-3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 11, Tuesday, January 25, and Tuesday, February 8, 2022. [...]
Senior Concerns Presents Online Workshop for Family Dementia Caregivers
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 Thursday, January 20 and Friday, January 21, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The two-part workshop will provide effective strategies [...]
We’re hiring caregivers!
Hiring Caregivers to work in an Adult Day Care Program Starting in January, 2022! Come and join our fun team! Monday – Friday 10am – 2pm Our established Adult Day Care Program is in search of experienced and compassionate caregivers who understand the importance of providing high quality, person centered [...]
Senior Concerns is named NON PROFIT OF THE YEAR!
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Press Contact: October 18, 2021 Danielle Borja, President/CEO 805.370.0035 GREATER CONEJO VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES AWARD WINNERS FOR THE 2021 RECOGNITION GALA Westlake Village, CA – The Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce will host their “Starry Night” Recognition Gala, on Friday, November 5, [...]
The flu shot is an important tool in staying healthy
Q: Do I still need to get a flu shot this year? A: Yes, the flu shot is still an important protection against the flu and is especially important this year. The flu season generally lasts from October through May. Experts suggest the best time to get the flu vaccination [...]
Proactive estate planning helps to make a stressful situation more manageable
Q: I have seen a few friends become widows and it suddenly occurred that it could happen to me! What do I do to prepare myself in case my husband passes away before I do? A: Preparation will always make a stressful situation more manageable. When a loss occurs suddenly [...]
Finding help when you can’t afford home care, but you don’t qualify for Medi-Cal
Q: My husband needs more care than I can provide, but we cannot afford the cost of home care agencies. We make too much money for Medi-Cal services, but not enough to pay for private care. What can I do to get help? A: You bring up a very difficult [...]
Changing your perspective on using safety devices
Q: My doctor suggested I use a walker and my kids are pressuring me to get one. I know it may be helpful, but I hate the idea of having to use one. Should I get the walker and feel old, or should I keep going without one and still [...]
Easing anxiety over doctor visits
Q: I postponed my last doctor’s visit because of COVID. I know I need to go but I am so anxious about it. Do you have any tips on how to handle the appointment? A: Anxiety over a doctor’s visit is very common and understandable. A visit to your doctor [...]
Preparing to enroll in Medicare
Q: I turn 65 this winter. Do I have to sign up for Medicare or does it happen automatically? I am still working so I really do not need Medicare yet because I have insurance through my work. What do I need to do? A: Generally, most people must initiate [...]
