Free Seminar: A Look at Advance Health Care Directives
Alliance for Living and Dying Well will offer tips and advice Thursday
November Is National Family Caregivers Month
Caregiving can take its toll, so it's important to recognize and support those who take care of loved onesChannel Islands YMCAs Honoring Local Soldiers with Free Use on Veterans Day
The organization's support of military servicemen and woman spans 150 years
Hospice of Santa Barbara Serves Record Number of Clients, Patients
The nonprofit organization helped 475 people in the Santa Barbara community in SeptemberSansum Clinic Co-Presenting Free Session on Medicare Part D
The two-hour program will be held Nov. 30 in Santa Barbara
Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens Offering Free Family Caregiver Tool Kits
The kits include information about hiring in-home care, handling financial responsibilities and planning an advanced health-care directiveCapps Reminds Seniors That Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period Starts Saturday
Beneficiaries have a full seven weeks, through Dec. 7, to review their plans
Community Palliative Care Program Accepts Achievement Award
The collaborative program is honored by the California Hospice and Palliative Care Association
David Sayen: Medicare Open Enrollment — It’s Different This Year
A review can ensure your health and prescription plans still meet your needs in terms of cost and coverage
Senior Planning Services Hosting Community ‘Meet & Greet’ at New Montecito Office
The agency is also introducing Coastal Home Care, a new name for its in-home caregiving services divisionCenter for Successful Aging Names Gary Linker Its New Executive Director
Longtime marriage and family therapist founded New Beginnings Counseling Center, co-founded Pacifica Graduate Institute
Enhance Your Life Through Dance at Channel Islands YMCA
Research shows dancing is good for the body and the mind, especially for older adults
Community Palliative Care Program Wins Statewide Achievement Award
It will be honored by the California Hospice and Palliative Care Association at a reception Oct. 5
Tips to Help Seniors Stay Safe While Online
Avoid being an easy target of cyber scammers by learning these few basics
Carpinteria Volunteer Dorothy Kendall Receives President’s Call to Service Award
90-year-old resident is honored for her more than 20 years of volunteerism
Goleta Valley Senior Center Women Soak Up the Beauty of Yosemite National Park
The group embarks on a four-day camping trip to explore the summertime sights and sounds — and create long-lasting memories along the way
David Sayen: Health-Care Fraud Hurts Us All
New tools under the Affordable Care Act are helping the government, including Medicare, crack down on criminals
Santa Barbara Yacht Club’s Charity Regatta a Benefit for Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care
Longtime member Robert 'R.P.' Richards will be remembered during Sunday's event to support VNHC's new Serenity HouseSanta Barbara Company Offering Basic Life Support Training
Safety Matters Certified Training aims to fill a need for certifications and renewals
Mitchell Kauffman: Innovative Strategies for Addressing the Long-Term Care Challenge
Find the most effective solution by first considering the range of costs and options
YMCAs Aim to Inspire Healthier Lifestyles with Wellness Consultations
People of all ages are invited to meet one-on-one with a coach to discuss goals and challengesThe Fisher House Residential-Care Facility Inspired By Desire to Help Those in Need
Seniors who are unable to live by themselves find a place just like home
Direct Relief USA Recognizes Garden Court Residents for Fundraising Efforts
Cookie sales bring in more than $600 to help victims of weather-related emergencies
David Sayen: Two Ways to Get Your Medicare Benefits
The best-known is Original Medicare, but Medicare Advantage offers additional servicesSeptember Is National Cholesterol Education Month
It's a good time to get tested and to make any necessary lifestyle changesThe Gables’ Senior Chorus Ready to Rock It Old School
Thursday's free concert in Ojai will feature solo performances by local youths
Santa Barbara Village Hosting Reception to Welcome New Executive Director Naomi Kovacs
Tuesday's community event will also serve as an opportunity to thank volunteers and the former director
Garden Court Resident’s Dream Comes True with Trip to ‘Wizarding World of Harry Potter’
Charleen Cincotta visits Universal Orlando Resort with help from the Dream Foundation and her Garden Court family
Mitchell Kauffman: A Unique Approach to Life Transitions
Life Transition Group of Los Angeles focuses on achieving balance as a key to happiness
Braille Institute’s Greg Benavidez Finds Strength Through Adversity
He's enjoying a new lease on life after confronting his fears about vision lossSanta Barbara Village to Begin Accepting Applications for Charter Membership
A special open house event will be held Aug. 4 at the Hill-Carrillo Adobe
‘Wine Down’ at Friendship Center’s Courtyard Soiree
Aug. 26 benefit event will feature tastings from nine local wineries, hors d’oeuvres and live music
Santa Barbara Symphony Offers Senior Rates for Upcoming ‘Fantastique’ Season
Here's a sneak peek at the highlights of the symphony's 2011-12 lineupWant to Know How to Age Gracefully? These Seniors Can Show You How Easy It Is
Channel Islands YMCA programs offer a range of options for getting and staying in shape — for every age
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