Your End of Year Health Checklist
There’s lots to plan for as the new year approaches. For many people, that includes health goals like working out more or cutting back on sugar. However, it’s important to make sure you’re remembering the little stuff. These are simple things you can do for yourself and your family to make sure you’re getting the most out of your health care provider.
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OPICA'S END OF YEAR CAMPAIGN
YOUR SUPPORT GOES A LONG WAY!!
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OPEN: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23RD REGULAR HOURS
CLOSED: MONDAY, DECEMBER 26TH
CLOSED: MONDAY, JANUARY 2ND
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Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday, often referred to as the "Festival of Lights." Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and nights, starting on the 25th of the Jewish month of Kislev, which may fall anywhere between late November and early December on the secular calendar. For eight nights, families say prayers and then light candles in an eight-branched candelabra called a menorah. Most families also serve special holiday foods, sing songs, play games, and give gifts including Hanukah gelt (chocolate coins).
Hanukkah 2022
begins Sunday, December 18th
ends on Monday, December 26th
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OPICA wishes all of our members, families, staff and Board of Directors celebrating Hanukkah a very Happy holiday.
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IN PERSON PROGRAMS AT OPICA |
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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
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM
THE WEEK @ OPICA
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Bill entertains our members. |
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Getting creative and into the holiday spirit. |
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Anna got the members up and dancing to some holiday favorites. |
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Patrick (Trainee at OPICA) led the members in
"You be the Judge"
A thought provoking discussion on interesting topics.
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Joel got us all into the groove with all his oldies & favorites. |
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Maria serving the afternoon snack...Yummy |
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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
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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.
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OPICA's Brain Train Program
In Person or Zoom
What's best for You?
Email Lea Broukhim for more information
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OPICA Support Group
Openings available
Email Cheryl for more information
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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
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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!
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BEST GIFTS FOR SENIORS: THINGS YOU’VE NEVER THOUGHT OF
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10 thoughtful holiday gifts for caregivers
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50 BEST GIFTS FOR SENIORS: THINGS YOU’VE NEVER THOUGHT OF
If you’re looking for a wonderful gift that your older adult will use and enjoy, we’ve got you covered.
We rounded up 50 of our favorite gift ideas, ranging from products for independent older adults to gifts for seniors with Alzheimer's disease or dementia or greater care needs.
These gifts are thoughtful, helpful, entertaining, comforting, and can improve your older adult’s quality of life.
You’re sure to find something they’ll be thrilled to receive.
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UPCOMING SEMINARS & STORIES |
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Alzheimer's LA
LEARN + CONNECT
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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.
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After losing her mother to Alzheimer's, actor, Marlee Matlin rises to a new challenge
Do you have a story about a family member or special person in your life that is experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's? If you would like to share it with OPICA and our readers we'd love to hear it!
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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
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FLU SHOT FOR SENIORS: 5 REASONS WHY IT’S SO IMPORTANT
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Up To Date COVID Vaccine Information
and Mask Wearing
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What the CDC Says You Should and Shouldn't
Do Now
COVID -19 VACCINE
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Please visit our OPICA website to find our resource page
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