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Four tips when deciding to place a parent in a senior facility
Since last October, Deborah has been taking care of her 89-year-old mom, Barbara, in her home in Thousand Oaks, California. Barbara is becoming more frail, needing assistance to walk, shower, dress, and use the toilet. She has accidents and is a big fall risk....
Camarillo Health Care District wins innovation award
The Camarillo Health Care District has been awarded the Innovative Program of the Year Award for its BALANCEfit and POWERfit Fall Prevention programming from the California Special Districts Association. This is its second consecutive win for innovation and fourth...
Essential conversations when moving near family
Seniors can maximize their living spaces by accessing special programs, funding
As we get older, making sure our homes are comfortable and safe becomes even more important. However, updating spaces like kitchens and bathrooms can be expensive. Thankfully, there are options to help fund important remodeling projects that can make all the...
What to expect when you meet with a financial adviser
Unlock the hidden value in your life insurance policy
Did you know that life insurance policy is an asset? Just like a house or car, it can be sold. Yet seniors are canceling their life insurance policies at an alarming rate. According to the Insurance Studies Institute, 2.5 million seniors canceled their life insurance...
Tax and financial planning strategies for Boomers and Gen Xers approaching retirement
As Boomers and Gen Xers approach retirement, effective financial planning becomes crucial to ensure a comfortable and secure future. This article outlines essential tax and financial planning strategies tailored to the unique needs of individuals nearing retirement....
Listen to inspiring tales featured on ‘Stories from the Heart’ podcast
When Camarillo Health Care District put out a call for health and caregiver stories, Elizabeth answered. And so did Pattie, Leslie, Dr. Ruby, Susan, Joanna and Christine. Through my role as Community Outreach and Education manager at the District, I worked with them...
Helpful services our members provide – visualized
CARE-A-VAN provides reliable transportation services
Life doesn’t always go as planned. A slip and fall that leads to a broken leg or knee replacement. Chemotherapy, radiation or dialysis making someone too weak to drive. Out-patient surgery or post-surgery physical therapy requiring alternative transportation...