“This Week at OPICA”

New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers Regarding these resolutions, I give myself permission to TRY, TRY and TRY AGAIN! When I feel I am imperfect, I will remember that guilt is not an option as long as I know I did the best I could, given the circumstances. 7 Resolutions for Caregivers I will do the best that I can each day and know that is enough. I will take some time for myself whenever I can and as often as I can. I will make myself a priority even when it doesn’t seem possible. I will ask for help even when I think I can do it all by myself. I will make plans for the future even though it may be difficult to consider. I will try to enjoy the moment. I will try to laugh more and worry less. Read more here Read a little more here

5 Important Things We Learned About Alzheimer’s in 2022 It has been an exciting year in the field of Alzheimer’s and dementia research. As 2022 comes to a close, we look back at progress made, including discoveries into the causes, risk factors and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia. Here are five important takeaways: Click here to read the article

OPICA'S END OF YEAR CAMPAIGN

YOUR SUPPORT GOES A LONG WAY!! It's NEVER TO LATE TO GIVE. Click here to donate

IN PERSON PROGRAMS AT OPICA

OPICA Adult Day Program Our members are enjoying Art, Music, Exercise, Games, Current Events and More! Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Email Sara Kaye for more information about the OPICA Adult Day Care Program

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WEEK @ OPICA

Tuesdays Tai Chi with Brian 

Hello 2023

Art with Abby! Off to a good start for 2023

Irby get's us all MOVING! 

Felice has our members on their feet dancing to her fabulous tunes.

Cheryl, our Director of Programs and Counseling loves to sing to our members! Today she sang Burt Bacharach.

ONLINE PROGRAMS AT OPICA

OZ Program We've opened our doors but our virtual program is here to stay! Stay connected, stay engaged with OZ (You can even do both) Are you looking for daily activity for your loved one? Is your loved one lonely and need a place to socialize? Would you like to add something new to your daily routine? Join the Online Day Program at OPICA OZ OPICA on Zoom

OZ is a daily interactive program for older adults, and those experiencing memory loss, easily accessible from a single zoom link. 10:00am - 2:00pm Monday through Friday OZ engages seniors with activities including exercise, cultural adventures, cognitive activities, home art experiences, and musical engagement and performances. Click here to enlarge flyer   Email Jyoti Rawat for more information

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OPICA's Brain Train Program In Person or Zoom What's best for You? Email Lea Broukhim for more information Leah@opica.org OPICA Support Group Openings available Click here for schedule Email Cheryl for more information counseling@opica.org

ONLINE PROGRAMS AT OPICA

Individual Online Day Programs Continue Join us every week for one, two or as many groups as you want to be part of. Spirit Builders Group and Art Class All of our groups are facilitated by Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT, AMFT, and MFT-Trainees) Contact Sara Kaye Sara@opica.org for more information about these groups

‌ At OPICA we strive to bring you an assortment of excellent online programs. Please check out the links below for all of our online programs, and hopefully we can spark your interest in joining! Click here for to enlarge schedule Click here for the Online Program description

Brain Health Program Four Week Program to learn How to keep your Brain Fit In person Seminar City of El Segundo Recreation & Parks Josyln Social Hall Wednesdays - 1/18 through 2/8/23 from 1 - 2pm. For more information, please contact Carol Hahn at CarolHahnRN@gmail.com 401 Sheldon Street El Segundo, CA 90245 310-524-2700

Alzheimer's LA LEARN + CONNECT January Calendar AFA’s Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Do you know a teen whose life has been affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia?  If so, we’d like to hear their story.   AFA’s Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship provides educational funding to college-bound high school seniors who have been impacted by Alzheimer’s disease. Click here to apply

YOUR HEALTH

FLU SHOT FOR SENIORS: 5 REASONS WHY IT’S SO IMPORTANT Read more here Info from the CDC County of Los Angles -Flu Season for 65+

Up To Date COVID Vaccine Information and Mask Wearing

When to wear a mask What the CDC Says You Should and Shouldn't Do Now Click here for more info COVID -19 VACCINE Up to date information from County of Los Angeles Public Health  Book an Appointment Home-bound Vaccinations Vaccine Distribution Data California ALL

Please visit our OPICA website to find our resource page https://www.opica.org/covid-19-resources/

Contact Us  Sara Kaye - sara@opica.org   Saira Reyes -  saira@opica.org