Providing services and programs to benefit older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers in Ventura County. A division of the @VCHumanServices Agency.
Ventura County, California
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VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Call our Senior Support Line at 1-800-235-9980 if you are 60 and older and would like to engage in friendly conversation about topics you enjoy! Camarillo Health Care District provides compassionate, confidential conversation and emotional support over the telephone. Personnel trained in resources and referrals are ready to speak with you to offer encouragement and connection. Following the first call, weekly check-in calls can be scheduled. We look forward to chatting with you!
#camarillo #venturacounty #Seniors
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
.@VCAAAging's Advisory Council has an opening for a veteransโ representative. Applications for the veteransโ representative must be received by Nov. 1.
The Cities of Fillmore, Moorpark, Ojai and Oxnard have additional openings for City representatives. Each City appoints two individuals to the Advisory Council.
For more information about the Advisory Council and to access instructions for applying, visit: VCAAA.VenturaCounty.gov/ACvaโฆ
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VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
๐จSign up for VC Alert to be notified in the event of an emergency.
๐This includes evacuation orders, shelter-in-place orders, and other emergency activities.
๐Visit ready.venturacounty.gov to sign up today to get emergency notifications.
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Today and every day, we recognize and celebrate the diversity, history, traditions and contributions of all Indigenous peoples. Many of our team members are part of the Mixteco and Zapoteco Indigenous communities, as are many local farmworkers. Visit our website to learn more about our Farmworker Resource Program: venturacounty.gov/human-servโฆ
#IndigenousPeoplesDay
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As specialists in Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias, Camarillo Health Care District understands the challenges and adjustments families experience while living with this diagnosis. Register for Dealing with Dementia to equip yourself with the tools youโll need to care for your loved one and yourself. Call 805-388-1952 to register or learn more at camhealth.com/classes-to-helโฆ
#camarillo #venturacounty #dementia
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Extreme heat warning this week ๐ฅต. Follow these tips to stay safe and avoid heat illnessโคต๏ธ
โข Drink lots of water.
โข Wear loose, lightweight clothing.
โข Stay cool indoors.
โข Know the signs of heat illness.
Remember: public buildings, shopping malls and movie theatres are good places to beat the heat.
ALT Photo of sun on a hot day. Foreground text reads: Extreme heat warning
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Happy #LatinoHeritageMonth! Right here in Ventura County, Latino culture and influence are felt far and wide, from music and food to art and architecture. This month and always, we proudly celebrate the generations of Latinos who have contributed to the vibrance, strength and diversity of our community.
ALT Colorful floral background image. Foreground text within yellow-colored circle reads: Latino Heritage Month, Sept. 15-Oct. 15
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Caring for someone living with dementia can bring many questions, and finding the right resources and support shouldn't have to be one of them. Join Camarillo Health Care District and our partners for the CARE Connect Wellness Event, a one-stop shop for people living with dementia-related disease and their caregivers. Connect with representatives from Adult Day Centers, Adult Protective Services, caregiver resources, in-home care agencies, public benefits programs, legal and advanced planning, the county's Long Term Care Ombudsman and more! Stop by any time between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Oct. 29 at 3639 Las Posas Road in Camarillo. No registration required.
#camarillo #venturacounty #CaregiverSupport @VCAAAging
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
The federal government has expanded CalFresh work requirements to include a broader age range and fewer exemptions. Use this online pre-screening tool to help determine if youโre at risk of losing your CalFresh benefits: surveymonkey.com/r/CalFreshWโฆ
For more information, visit our website: venturacounty.gov/human-servโฆ
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VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
๐Reminder: County of Ventura administrative offices will be closed Monday, 9/7/26, in observance of Labor Day. Regular business hours will resume Tuesday, 9/8.
We wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day!
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VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Take a look at our September newsletter for the latest news and highlights from our agency, including tips to help you plan for the next emergency; details on Medicare's open enrollment period; free resources available to community members who are struggling or in crisis; upcoming community events; and more!โก๏ธ conta.cc/4wOvagh
Sign up now to receive our monthly newsletter by email: bit.ly/HSAnews-signup
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VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
After personally witnessing victims experience financial ruin, some even losing their homes, Debbie Deem made a promise to do whatever she could to be the voice of victims and hold fraud perpetrators accountable. In more than three decades, Debbie understands that saying victims have โfallenโ for a scam or been โconnedโ or โdupedโ isnโt exactly the right story or the right description. Rather, โThey have been manipulated by sophisticated criminal enterprises,โ she says. โThese criminal enterprises target people to steal their money, oftentimes their retirement, sometimes their homes and always their sense of security.โ With the assurance of no judgment, Debbie is prepared to listen, educate and provide resources. Call 805-388-1952 to speak with her at no charge.
#camarillo #venturacounty #FraudPrevention
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Are you a Medicare recipient or retiring soon? The @VCAAAging offers appointments between 9 a.m. and noon on the first and third Thursday of the month with registered counselors who provide free, unbiased options to Medicare beneficiaries. Assistance is available for Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medigap and Part D Prescription Drug Plans. Call 805-477-7300 for an appointment on our campus.
#camarillo #venturacounty #medicare
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Are you on a caregiving journey with a loved one who has dementia? We encourage you to consider taking our class Dealing with Dementia. This four-hour workshop highlights topics such as: the caregiving experience with an easily understandable explanation of dementia, best practices in caregiving, and problem solving with dementia behaviors. Learn tips for caregivers to find time for self-care and stress management. Completed workshop participants will receive a comprehensive manual for dementia caregivers. Join us on Thursdays, Aug. 13 and Aug. 20, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or on Wednesdays, Sept. 9 and Sept. 16, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Call 805-388-1952 to register. Cost of materials is $35/$39. The class is held on our campus, 3639 Las Posas Road, in Camarillo.
#camarillo #venturacounty #dementia
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Check out our August newsletter for the latest news and highlights, including client success stories; details on how to double your CalFresh dollars; an important Medicare open enrollment reminder; upcoming community events; and more!โก๏ธ conta.cc/4pLHr33
Sign up now to receive our monthly newsletter by email: bit.ly/HSAnews-signup
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
In a #Medicare scam, the goal is to trick people into sharing their Medicare or Social Security number. Knowing the warning signs can help you protect yourself and your community. Learn 5 common warning signs of Medicare #Scams & how to report them. โฌ๏ธ
ncoa.org/article/5-warning-sโฆ
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
๐ง Did you know? Dehydration doesn't always feel like โbeing thirsty.โ In older adults, signs can include headache, dizziness, confusion, or fatigue. Sip water throughout the day, especially during heat waves.
For more helpful tips and resources visit:
bit.ly/3AzLxSK
ALT A person is pouring water from a pitcher into a glass. The image includes the logo for California Department of Aging and CDPH at the top. The text reads: "8 Signs of Dehydration" and lists "Thirst, Dry Skin, Dry Mouth, Tiredness, Fainting, Nausea, Dizziness, Headaches.
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has received reports of individuals receiving unsolicited phone calls from scammers posing as USCIS representatives or other immigration-related organizations.
๐จ๐ฆ๐๐๐ฆ ๐ฑ๐ผ๐ฒ๐ ๐ป๐ผ๐ ๐บ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ ๐๐ป๐๐ผ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ ๐๐ผ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐พ๐๐ฒ๐๐ ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐, ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ป๐ธ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ถ๐ป๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป, ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐๐๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ผ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ถ๐ป๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป.
If you receive an unexpected call claiming to be from USCIS:
โข Do not provide personal, financial or immigration-related information.
โข Be cautious of anyone who pressures you to act immediately or threatens negative consequences.
โข Hang up and contact USCIS through official channels if you have questions about your case or immigration benefits.
ALT Close-up of cell phone in person's hands. Foreground text reads: Scam Alert!
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
More hot weather this week๐ฅต Follow these tips to stay safe and avoid heat illness:
โข Drink lots of water
โข Wear loose, lightweight clothing
โข Stay cool indoors
โข Know the signs of heat illness
Remember: public buildings, shopping malls and movie theatres are good places to beat the heat.
VC Area Agency on Aging retweeted
Nearly 2 in 3 older adults have faced fraud attempts in recent years. Talk to your loved ones and neighbors about these digital traps. Remind them that it is ok to hang up, delete the message, and check with a trusted family member. Resources: bit.ly/4ezsLjG