Resources for our caring community
and loved ones
Here are a few links to community services and online
information. We know that seniors and their families have many questions about
entering long-term care. These resources and services may
help you make decisions and offer the comfort of knowing
that you are doing your best to help your loved ones.
Disclaimer: The
links and information are being provided as a convenience
and for informational purposes only. Lincoln Glen does not
endorse or approve the products, services or opinions of
these referral resources. We do not guarantee the accuracy,
legality or content of the external websites listed below or
links from their websites. Please contact the external site
for answers to questions regarding its content. Please let
us know if you have problems or questions regarding their
content.
Choice Magazine Listening - A Talking Magazine
Provided at no cost to visually impaired and
physically disabled adults, "Choice Magazine Listening
is a nonprofit organization that provides audio recordings of
memorable articles, stories, interviews, essays and poems from outstanding current magazines,
completely free of charge, to blind, visually impaired, physically disabled or dyslexic adults.
Based in Port Washington, NY, CML has proudly served the blind and print-disabled community
since 1962."
"Each year, Choice Magazine Listening produces 48 hours of recorded magazine selections; each
quarterly issue contains 12 hours of listening. From a list of approximately 100 mainstream
magazines and literary journals, a team of experienced editors chooses the most distinguished
writing by prominent contemporary authors such as Alice Munro, T.C. Boyle, Billy Collins,
Woody Allen, Jonathan Franzen, Susan Orlean, Seamus Heaney, Calvin Trillin, Annie Proulx,
Garrison Keillor, and Stephen King, to name just a few. All the material chosen is well written,
informative, entertaining, and enlightening—CML has high standards!"
Choice Magazine Listening will send subscribers a
free digital
talking-book player. It is easy,
click
this link to the Subscribe page of Choice Magazine Listening
website and download the Application for Free Library Service.
New Partnership with Dementia Friends
From the Dementia Friends USA website, we learn that it "is a global movement that is changing the way
people think, act, and talk about dementia. Developed by the Alzheimer’s Society in the United
Kingdom, the Dementia Friends initiative is underway in the USA. By helping everyone in a
community understand what dementia is and how it affects people, each of us can make a difference
for people touched by dementia."
"A Dementia Friend is someone who, through viewing a series of online videos, learns about what
it's like to live with dementia and then turns that understanding into action. From telling
friends about the Dementia Friends program to visiting someone who is living with dementia,
every action counts. Anyone of any age can be a Dementia Friend – we all have a part to play
in creating dementia friendly communities!"
To download a flyer
(Acrobat PDF) about Dementia Friends, please
click this link.
For the text only Flyer,
click here.
To see the Dementia Friends USA website, please
click this link.
To Become a Friend, you will find
informational videos at this link on the Dementia Friends
website.
Seniors and Computers: Digital Literacy,
Classes,and Protection from online Scams
Digital Literacy and Inclusion for Older Adults:
Stanford Center on Longevity is a website for Seniors who need help
with current topics such as Identifying Fake News Online, Dealing with
Stereotypes, Updated Pandemic Information and much more. Follow this
link to the website:
Link to Stanford Center on
Longevity Website.
Another option is Online Tech Tips.
This resource offers 25 Free Online Classes for Seniors: Tips and
Tricks for Seniors, Online Finance, Security Tips. Use this link to
find out more about this service:
Online Tech Tips.
The third resource helps senior avoid online scams. Senior Lifestyle offers this resource at this link:
Protect Your Parents from Common Digital Traps.
The website discusses such concerns as Confidence and Romance Scams,
Identity Theft, Fraud and Tech Support Fraud. This website explains
ways you can help your parent avoid and recover from such crimes.
Website for Senior Resources in California
Are you looking for a senior facility for a parent or loved one in California? Do
you need to know what types of facilities exist, what additional
services the facility should provide? Elder Care California
website will get you started.
California Association of Health
Facilities (CAHF) provides this website as a community service to
its members and the families in their care.
The California Association of Health Facilities is a non-profit professional association
founded in 1950 to serve as a statewide organization for long-term care providers. The Association
and its members are dedicated to improving the quality of long-term health care in California
through educational programs and proactive advocacy with the Legislature and administrative
agencies.
Please check out
Elder Care California
website, if you are looking for
consumer resources for the elderly person in your family.
Three out of four people over age 65 will need some form of long term care services during
their lifetime. For the best outcome, it’s important to identify the most appropriate setting
to serve the specific needs of each individual.
Ranging from in-home care to memory care to
skilled nursing, the contiuum of care available to seniors offers the help, safety and support each person requires
for their specific needs abilities and wishes.
To see a description of the options and choices available please download
your own copy of the flyer, "Understanding
the Continuum of Care." (Acrobat PDF version) or
text
only version
Furry Friends Pet Assisted Therapy Services
Our Activities Department constantly finds new resources and events
for residents. We have joined Furry Friends Pet Assisted Therapy Service,
bringing the healing power of animals to those less fortunate in our community. The Furry Friends
mission is to "consistently facilitate delivery of the love and affection of our volunteers and
their pets. We enhance the lives and touch the hearts of people with special needs." Furry Friends
is a California non-profit organization.
Furry Friends volunteers and their companions "work as teams to bring Furry Friends on visits to
people who live in various kinds of institutions, e.g. nursing homes, facilities for disabled or
seriously ill children, hospital rehabilitation wards, the Children's Shelter, psychiatric
facilities, etc. Currently we visit facilities in Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and San Mateo
counties, California."
"Anyone who has ever owned a pet knows of the tremendous love and acceptance pets bring.
Pets don't care how we look or even how we act; they love us unconditionally. For people who are
in difficult life situations, pets can be of special benefit. Petting a dog, for instance, has
been shown to lower blood pressure. Animals can often reach people when human relationships may be
difficult. Scientific research has shown that interaction with animals can significantly improve
humans' physical and emotional health. Put as simply as possible, pets make people feel good and
they help healing happen."
"Animal therapy isn’t a new concept. As early as the 1790s, the Quakers at a retreat for the
mentally ill in England had patients commune with farm animals, which they felt would be more
helpful than the harsh treatment often used on those with psychiatric problems.
"
"Pet visitation has also been found to produce measurable benefits by fostering socialization,
increasing responsiveness, facilitating mental alertness and enhancing an outward focus on the
environment."
Here's a link
to the Furry Friends website.
Gift Ideas for Nursing Home Residents
We
know that our residents really appreciate
small gifts and the loving intentions of the gift givers. This list
will help you give gifts that
your loved ones can enjoy even though they may have diet
restrictions or have physical limitations.
Media gifts, such as subscriptions to newspapers, magazines,
books, music CDs and DVDs such as old time radio shows, audio books,
digital players, cameras are popular.
Clothing and comfortable gifts, shoes and slippers, outdoor wear,
afghans and blankets rank high with our residents.
Room decorations can help seniors remember family birthdays,
holidays and sporting events. Photographs and frames, special
storage boxes, gift baskets, bird feeders help residents feel at
home and remind them of the wonderful times with their families. Please
review
the list (PDF version) or
text only version. We are sure it will jog your memory and give you some
thoughtful gift ideas.
iN2L Brings More Meaning and Purpose to our Caring
Community
iN2L Brings Meaning and Purpose to Our Community. Every day, iN2L’s content-driven engagement technology
sparks joy and meaning in our community. Residents use iN2L to come together for joyful social
interactions over games, exercise, education, reminiscing, and entertainment. iN2L also empowers
them to pursue personal interests and stay connected to loved ones. iN2L truly brings our community together.
Click this link to learn about iN2L on their website
Get to know iN2L
iN2L enriches senior's lives with
- Meaningful Digital Experiences
- Easy-To-Use Technology
- Family Connections
Losing a Spouse or Parent - Helpful Notes
When you lose a loved one. "When you lose a loved one, you might face
the overwhelming responsibility of closing out the person's life. There are many things to attend
to, from providing a proper tribute to closing bank accounts to canceling a gym membership. And
many of the tasks require attention to detail — adding stress to what is already an emotional time."
You may want to leave the administrative matters for a later day. But there are some notifications
and legal steps that should not be postponed. We have gathered some information and reminders to
help you resolve the most critical concerns as soon as you can. These arrangements include
memorial or funeral services, locating important documents, will, insurance, trusts and trustees,
banks and pension plans.
To review the list of administrative matters that you may need to
resolve,
please click on
this link (PDF version) or this
link for the text only version.
Medicare for Veterans - A guide to benefits
Medicare is a federal program that provides health
coverage for older adults and some younger adults with disabilities. If you have VA benefits due to your military
service, you may be wondering if it’s worth signing up for Medicare when you already have access to care at VA facilities.
For many veterans, enrolling in Medicare offers an extra level of protection against high out-of-pocket medical costs.
Medicare coverage can also give you more flexibility when it comes to choosing the doctors and hospitals that provide
your care. The following guide explains how Medicare works with your VA benefits.
To visit this website and review the guide that we have provided,
please click on
this link.
Sirum: Saving Medicine, Saving Lives.
SIRUM saves lives by connecting unopened unexpired medications to patients in need.
Our Nursing Administrator, Rebecca is
a supporter of the organization and
offers the following information:
Hello Family and Friends - Many years ago I embarked on this journey
with a small group of Stanford students that were trying to make the redistribution of unused medications from
nursing homes possible. These entrepreneurial students started SIRUM (Supporting Initiatives
to Redistribute Unused Medicine). Their tagline is "Saving Medicine, Saving Lives."
Many of us in the profession had for years been concerned about the
wasted medications that
were flushed or incinerated. SIRUM provided an opportunity for these medications to be utilized
by the underinsured and indigent population in Santa Clara County.
All the medications that Lincoln Glen donates are medications that can not be returned for
a refund. Typically the surplus is from a medication change. This may occur if the doctor
changes the medication to try something new, changes the dose of a medication, or if the
resident passes away. Nursing homes that are larger and have more admissions and discharges
will have many more donations.
Lincoln Glen was the first donor! We helped establish the
procedures to make it easy for facilities to donate and created the policies and procedures to ensure
regulatory compliance. I invested my personal time in this program and now currently sit on the Board of Directors.
Please check out their website
www.sirum.org,
Below is the link to the newscast shown recently regarding this new pharmacy being
stocked with medications from our nursing homes throughout the state. I am proud of the
facilities that have taken the time and effort to participate.
This pharmacy is open to the public. Please spread the word to those who may be in need.
This may be a very good option for seniors that are in their donut hole or that do not have
Part D coverage.
Here's a link to a news clip from NBC BayArea
http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Californias-First-Drug-Donation-Pharmacy-Opens-in-San-Jose-368954881.html
Please contact Rebecca or Deane if you have questions. Thank you!
Sourcewise - Community Resource Solutions
Since 1973, Sourcewise has "provided services and support to seniors in Santa Clara County.
As Sourcewise, we continue to support seniors and caregivers as we expand our reach to
include persons with disabilities and all adults in Santa Clara County. We aim to inform,
educate, and prepare all adults within Santa Clara County to better navigate their health
and life options."
Sourcewise provides a
comprehensive database of community
resources designed to help seniors and their families find the help
and services they need: caregiver support, case management,
disability services and products, employment, financial assistance,
health or medical, housing options, in-home services, insurance,
legal assistance, meal and food services, recreation,
bereavement and burial assistance, even international services.
Here is a
link to the database found on the Sourcewise website.
The Sourcewise services include Information and Awareness, Health
Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, Senior Employment, Meals
on Wheels, Care Management. This link will take you to the
services section
of the Sourcewise website.
Sourcewise is a hub for adults and their caregivers, networking
with state and local services to help and support seniors and their
loved ones.
Vision Center - Aging and Eyesight
Have you thought about eyesight and how it
changes through the years? Here's some information from
the Vision Center that you'll find useful as you notice
changes in vision over the years. "According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
approximately 12 million people 40 years and over in the US
have vision impairment. 1 million are blind, 3 million have
vision impairment after correction, and 8 million have
vision impairment due to uncorrected refractive error. Many
changes take place in our eyes as we get older. Common
conditions due to age include, presbyopia, cataracts,
glaucoma, macular degeneration.
"Vision Center is an informational web guide created for
those seeking vision related information and other vision
correction options. All content published on Vision Center
is researched, written, and edited by licensed optometrists,
experienced journalists, and other medical writers in the
industry. All pages on our website are fact-based and
sourced from recent scientific research, scholarly articles,
textbooks, government agencies, and medical journals. Our
website also does not host any form of advertisement."
Here's a
link to the Vision Center website that addresses
the needs of seniors who want to find out more.