“This Week at OPICA”

5 Things To Do For A Happy Thanksgiving with Dementia Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather and share a meal, to reminisce about old memories and make new ones. However, when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, such as Alzheimer’s, some past family traditions might cause anxiety and confusion for a loved one, not to mention the additional stress put on a caregiver. Here are some tips to make your holiday celebrations more enjoyable for your loved one, as well as the entire family. Read more here

OPICA will be closed, Thursday and Friday, Nov. 24th & 25th in observance of the holiday. See you all on Monday.

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

Dancing to the music.

Celebrating Marilyn's Birthday.

Music, singing and dancing to Tom's songbook.

Cali Rose had our members up on their feet!

Listening to interesting facts about Israel

We had double the pleasure of celebrating two Staff birthdays, Saira and Maria.

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

JOIN A GROUP TODAY

OPICA's Brain Train Program In Person or Zoom What's best for You? Email Jyoti Rawat for more information jyoti@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 her for the Online Program description

Holiday Prep...Keep it Fun & Simple

There is a lot going on the day of Thanksgiving. Cooking, table setting, watching the Macy's Day Parade. Here are some additional Thanksgiving Activities for Seniors With Dementia. Click here for activities

Sides Click here for recipes

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade THURSDAY 11-24-22 9:00AM EST 12:00PM PST on NBC Click here for more info

Desserts Click here for recipes

Add a little music to your day Click here for the playlist

Giving Tuesday 11-29-22 Your gift to OPICA goes a long way. Programs, Scholarships and the excellent care of our members everyday! Click here to donate

YOUR HEALTH

Care2Sleep Study from UCLA UCLA Research Study  Are you a care partner for a person with memory problems? Do you have difficulties sleeping? Contact UCLA if you would like to learn more UCLA Phone: 310-351-2349 UCSD: 858-534-9479 SleepResearch@sonnet.ucla.edu Click here to enlarge flyer ‌

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+

‌ Medicare Open Enrollment Period October 15th through Dec. 7th This is the time of year when you can make changes to your Medicare Plans Remember it's not a one size fits all!! What was good for you in the past could be different now. Read more here Need some no cost consultation? Contact Barry Sikov

Recent Events

Cathy and Pam at Making Memories Festival last weekend.

Making Memories Festival 2022

It was a beautiful day at the festival. Lots of great music, people and great California sunshine!

Upcoming Seminars

Keiro Quality of Life Classes Lifelong learning is a broad concept that includes both formal and informal activities that enhance our ability to understand the world around us. Keeping ourselves active in learning and acquiring the tools and knowledge to do so contributes to the improvement of our well-being. Upcoming Schedule and Registration

Up To Date COVID Vaccine Information and Mask Wearing

When to wear a mask COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots Click here for more info 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