Senior Concerns In the News

QUESTION: I have just heard about a program called CarFit. Do you have any information about that program? ANSWER: Sure do - CarFit is a program that provides a quick, yet comprehensive review of how well you and your vehicle work together. CarFit is not a driving test nor does [...]

QUESTION:  I heard that the Conejo Senior Volunteer Program (CSVP) was hosting a special fund raising event.  Do you have the where and when?   ANSWER:  Yes, I was given the flyer just this week and it sounds like an evening of fun while supporting our local non-profits.   CSVP [...]

QUESTION:  I read your column and have a question about an item that appears under HAPPENINGS.  Can you provide more information about the “AARP Smart Driver Course?”   ANSWER:  I certainly can.  The AARP Smart Driver Course teaches driving strategies that help keep senior drivers safe.  You might call it [...]

QUESTION:  I have just returned to the Conejo Valley and am trying to get caught up on activities that take place in the community.  If I remember correctly every August or September Senior Concerns had a function – the Ultimate Dining Experience.  Does that event still take place?   ANSWER:  [...]

QUESTION:  I am in the process of looking for a new doctor.  Any suggestions on how I should do my research?   ANSWER:  There are many things to consider when selecting a new doctor.  The first step is for you to make a list of what is important to you [...]

QUESTION:  I am a senior with time on my hands and a thirst for learning.  I am looking for an activity where I am among others in my age group interested in learning about a variety of subjects.  Is there such a program available?   ANSWER:  You have just described [...]

QUESTION:  Crime seems to be all we hear or read about.  Any suggestions on steps to take to help with personal safety?   ANSWER:  Personal safety is something everyone should practice.  There are steps we can take at home and when we are out and about that will help us [...]

QUESTION:  Crime seems to be all we hear or read about.  Any suggestions on steps to take to help with personal safety?   ANSWER:  Personal safety is something everyone should practice.  There are steps we can take at home and when we are out and about that will help us [...]

With grant funding from the Arthur N. Rupe Foundation, Senior Concerns partnered with Los Robles Health System to create From Hospital to Home: A companion notebook for caregivers of people with dementia. The goal of the notebook is to help open the lines of communication between family caregivers and hospital [...]

Senior Concerns’ 25th Annual Ladin Subaru Love Run, held on June 3, was our best yet – drawing record crowds and raising more than ever before for our Meals On Wheels Program! The event net close to $110,000 which will be utilized to help support Senior Concerns’ Meals On Wheels [...]

Are you looking for a way to give back, help enhance the lives of seniors and family caregivers, and have fun doing it? If so, Senior Concerns needs you! Our more than 500 volunteers are truly the lifeblood of Senior Concerns! We offer a variety of ways in which you [...]

“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.”  As part of National Volunteer Recognition Month in April, Senior Concerns took some time to recognize those volunteers who help keep our programs running. Susan Premo was named Meals On Wheels Driver of the Year. Susan drives a [...]

Linda, a 71 year old, was homeless and living out of her car. She had been scammed by a man who had promised to financially support her, but  A Social Worker from the County of Ventura, who was very concerned for Linda’s health and well-being helped her find low income housing [...]

Senior Concerns will honor Patricia and George Jones at this year’s Ultimate Dining Experience. Patricia is a long-time member of Senior Concerns’ Board of Directors, as well as a member of the Executive Committee. She has served as Board Chair in the past, and will assume the role of Board [...]

Senior Concerns was recently named 2018 California Nonprofit of the Year by California Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin. Senior Concerns received a Proclamation which will hang on the wall in our building on Hodencamp Road.    Martha Shapiro, Director of Program Services, Lisa Weaver, Director of Nutrition Services, and Board Member Patricia [...]

QUESTION:  In the past the Goebel Center has offered two Sunday afternoon events – the History Comes Alive Series and the Music Comes Alive Series.  Do you know if these programs will be offered this coming season?   ANSWER:  Yes, both of these very popular programs will be available for [...]

  QUESTION:  Recently I was involved in a discussion about having friends.  The group was divided on how important friends are to us.  Do you have any thoughts?   ANSWER:  We all meet and know many people during our lifetime – some are friends and some are acquaintances.  Both have [...]

  QUESTION:  I am a fairly healthy senior and hope to stay that way.  What do you think seniors should concentrate on to remain healthy?   ANSWER:  I read a lot about keeping healthy and attend seminars about health and from what I have read and heard, I would say [...]

QUESTION:  I work for a service company and part of my duties includes retrieving telephone messages from our answering machine.  I am amazed at how many messages I can’t retrieve or process due to the way the message is left.  Could you address this problem?   ANSWER:  I would be [...]

QUESTION:  I am concerned about falling.  Do you have any thoughts about steps that can be taken to decrease one’s chances of having a fall?   ANSWER:  Falls can happen both inside and outside of your home.  They can happen during the day and at night and the weather can [...]