Los Angeles Department of Aging

THIS SATURDAY: Protect yourself and your loved ones! Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF) will be holding a vaccine clinic at LAC+USC Medical Center. (Must be 16+). Register by calling: 323-278-3895 See flyer for more details!

Be mindful of what you share on social media. Posting content that includes your date of birth, health care details or other personally identifiable information can be used to steal your identity. Report suspicious activity to the HHS Office of Inspector General Hotline at http://TIPS.HHS.GOV.

Join Free Tax Prep Los Angeles, Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Los Angeles, and Koreatown Youth and Community Center for a free webinar one week from today! Learn about the importance of filing taxes and get important info for #ITIN holders. RSVP: http://bit.ly/3sdiNJc

TOMORROW: Join Stay Housed Los Angeles County and Supervisor Kathryn Barger for a special tenant workshop to learn more about your rights and how you can stay housed. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_G-D92zKxRIGFpiJ06QzWDg See flyer for more details!

Join Los Angeles County Department of Public Health for a virtual Town Hall on COVID-19 Vaccines TOMORROW at 6pm! Submit a question at tinyurl.com/DPHVaccineTownHall

Federal Trade Commission states that if someone has misused your personal information - or if you're concerned about future #IdentityTheft - you can place a fraud alert. Learn how to place a fraud alert here: https://go.usa.gov/xH8Jf

ONEgeneration Los Angeles ADU Older Adult Interim Housing Application is Now Open!!! ONEgeneration is proud to partner with the City of Los Angeles to implement the LA ADU Accelerator program! This program matches local homeowners who have an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Units) with low-income older adults. Interim housing up to 5 years with open vacancies now available throughout the San Fernando Valley and South LA area! Apply here: https://adu.lacity.org... See flyer for more information!

TUESDAY: Join Personal Assistance Services Council for a discussion about how to qualify for Medi-Cal and remove Share of Cost presented by Kim Selfon, from Bet Tzedek - The House of Justice. See flyer for more details! Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_BqcVOyL0Q6yFRM552vXU_Q

National Center on Elder Abuse #TuesdayTip: It is important to stay socially connected with your loved ones. Ask your loved ones what they WANT just as much as what they NEED. Create your own checklist to stay connected: http://eldermistreatment.usc.edu//NCEA_HomeHeart_Checklist

FREE VIRTUAL EXERCISE PROGRAMS VIA ZOOM! Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles Open to all seniors aged 60+. See flyer for details! Register here: https://ebp.wufoo.com/forms/z167erl30886ncp/

UCLA Improving Caregiving for Dementia Caregivers (iCare-D): This event is a training and support group session that features presentations from UCLA faculty as well as an opportunity to ask questions and interact with fellow participants. Will be hosted in Spanish via Zoom. See flyer for details!

Participate in an online brain health focus group for bilingual Latinos 5/11, 10 am http://alzheimersla.org/FocusGroup2 #focusgroup Alzheimer's Los Angeles UsAgainstAlzheimer’s

With COVID-19 we’re all worried about staying healthy and keeping those around us healthy! CV19 CheckUp is a free, quick and easy way to get local Los Angeles information that can help you stay safe and healthy and understand your risks. In just 5-10 minutes you’ll receive a personalized report. Share to help others stay healthy and try it now for free: losangeles.cv19checkup.org

This past year has been especially hard for those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer's Los Angeles' FREE Savvy Caregiver Workshops, available virtually, provide you with practical tools & resources to make your caregiving journey easier. RSVP/INFO: 844-438-7259 #caregiversupport

Applications Available Starting March 1, 2021 To obtain an application in the mail or via email, please send an email to: [email protected] If you are unable DUE TO A DISABILITY, call (213)787-2760 or email: [email protected] Apply here: https://elacc.org/apply-for-housing/

Have you heard of L.A. Found? Visit http://lafound.lacounty.gov to learn all about the initiative, resources, and technology available to individuals with cognitive disorders that place them at risk of wandering. #LAFOUND #LACounty #LosAngeles

Join RecConnectLA & L.A. This Week for Chair Circuit tomorrow at 9:00AM PST. You can view on our city channel 35, or on Facebook: L.A. This Week. What you'll need: A sturdy chair, set of dumbbells, water & a towel. *Resistance bands are optional. #stayactive #RecConnectLA #LAThisWeek

For residents with disabilities or without computer access can call 833-540-0473 between 8:00 am and 8:30 pm 7 days a week for assistance with appointment for Vaccines.

Providers interested in applying to this program must participate in an information meeting, which explains how the program works and who qualifies to provide or receive services. See flyer for details! #pasc #pascla #ihss #providers #caregivers #losangeles #lacounty

ONEgeneration and Providence health system will be hosting a Moderna "pop-up" vaccine clinic on Wednesday, April 21st at their Adult Daycare Center for anyone over 18 years old. Please call 818-708-6625 to schedule an appointment for your first shot. #GetToImmunity #communitysupport

Check out this video on how vaccines are the best defense against COVID-19. Flex your defense! Link: https://vimeo.com/507276378

Tomorrow is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! If you want to, safely and anonymously, dispose of your prescription drugs, visit http://takebackday.dea.gov to find a collection site near you

Need to report a scam, a company, or an unwanted call? You can through the Federal Trade Commission's new online reporting system at http://ReportFraud.ftc.gov

Searching for affordable housing? Check out the Los Angeles Housing + Community Investment Department's new and improved Affordable and Accessible Housing Registry online at http://lahousing.lacity.org/AAHR

The local Ombudsman program can advocate for residents of long term care facilities - if you have experienced, or suspect, abuse or neglect you can call their CRISISline!

Reminder from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that washing your hands regularly helps to remove germs and prevent illness- Make sure you are washing your hands the right way to stay safe from the flu and COVID-19!

You can compare plans and learn more about Medicare Open Enrollment online at http://medicare.gov, or by phone at 1-800-MEDICARE

Check out the flyers below for more information about virtual programs to help you get moving and get connected! If you are interested in exercise and Tai Chi programs for Arthritis - you may email [email protected]. And for those interested in the LEAP Together program, you may visit leaptogether.flextogether.com/

Reminder from the L.A. County Registrar-Recorder that today is the Voter Registration Deadline! Visit http://plan.lavote.net to make a plan to cast your ballot safely for the upcoming election

Have you gotten your flu shot yet? It is especially important this year, and you can get one for free in LA City! For more information on where to get a flu shot, visit Coronavirus.LACity.org/FluShot

Are you prepared for the next earthquake? Join with others across the globe for an earthquake drill today at 10:15 a.m, for International ShakeOut Day! Find out how to participate at http://shakeout.org

Hot temperatures are expected to last through Friday! For more tips on how to stay safe visit cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/older-adults-heat.html

Census operations are ending early! This is our last chance to be counted. Fill out the 2020 Census TODAY by mail, by phone at 844-330-2020, or online at http://my2020census.gov -The online self response website will close at 11:59 PM Hawaii Standard Time (HST) on October 15th. -Phone responses will be taken through October 15, 2020 from 7 AM to 2 AM Eastern Standard Time (EST). -Paper responses must be postmarked by October 15th.... More information at https://www.census.gov//2020-census-data-collection-ending See more

The Reel Abilities Film Festival will be virtual this year! Join the City of LA Department on Disability for this three-day festival showcasing new and classic films, panels, and artistic programs - Find out more at http://reelabilitiesla.org