Senior Concerns In the News

  QUESTION:  Can you provide any information about the REAL ID Card that we are being told we need to apply for.  I’ve heard all kinds of things but don’t really know why and what I need to do.   ANSWER:  A very good question.  The information I will give [...]

  QUESTION:  I have found a number of ads for work-at-home jobs.  How can I determine if these are legitimate businesses or a scam?   ANSWER:  An excellent question.  My advice is – don’t take their word for it – you need to do your own investigation.   These ads [...]

QUESTION:  Several of my friends recently lost their spouses and have commented on some of the difficulties they are facing due to lack of information on financial matters, people who should be contacted and legal issues.  Can you provide some steps that should be taken to avoid this type of [...]

  QUESTION:  I am a senior approaching 75 and very concerned about cognitive decline.  Are there any steps a person can take to eliminate or reduce the risk?   ANSWER:  I am sure there are a number of readers who have this same concern.  We all know that exercise and [...]

  QUESTION:  I have been talking with some friends about health care coverage and the conversation turned to the cost of prescriptions.  It seems each time I pick up a prescription the cost is higher. Any suggestions on how to cut costs?   ANSWER:  There are a number of steps [...]

  QUESTION:  The holiday charity and fundraiser requests have already started to arrive in the mail and on the phone.  Do you have any advice on how to avoid scams?    ANSWER:  A timely and excellent question.  Giving to charities and supporting fundraisers is a way of American life – [...]

  QUESTION:  I am a new caregiver for a loved one with dementia and have more questions than answers.  Is there a program or guidebook to help me find my way?   ANSWER:  The answer to your question is yes.  There is a very complete detailed caregiver’s guide and an [...]

QUESTION:  With all the fires, floods and storms that have occurred during the past year I have been thinking more about planning for an emergency – but I don’t know exactly where or how to start.  Do you have any suggestions?   ANSWER:  Planning for any event takes a lot [...]

QUESTION:  If I’m not mistaken, in the past Cypress Place has offered a unique program about how to avoid senior scams.  Do you know if that program will be repeated?   ANSWER:  You remember correctly.  This program, Stop Senior Scams (SM), brings laughter and excitement to a commonly frightening and [...]

Senior Concerns of Thousand Oaks celebrated its 33rd annual Ultimate Dining fundraiser Sept. 15 by honoring two of the Conejo Valley’s best-known philanthropists, George and Patricia Jones. The organization named the T.O. couple Philanthropists of the Year in front of the over 400 guests who attended Saturday’s gala affair at [...]

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 [...]