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Monthly Newsletter
September News
2023
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For more than 40 years, Wise & Healthy Aging's Long-Term Care Ombudsman staff have been the voice advocating for older adults and disabled residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout Los Angeles County. Expanding its program to San Bernardino County In April 2022, it it the largest Long-Term Care Ombudsman program in the state.
This month, Steve Lopez, long-time columnist for the Los Angeles Times sat down with Molly Davies, President and CEO of Wise & Healthy Aging to discuss the lack of oversight and often poor conditions in many nursing homes in Los Angeles County, publishing two back-to-back columns appearing in the Los Angeles Times in September.
Elly Yu, an investigative reporter for The LAist, 89.3, also published a special report exposing the issue of mental health patients being housed in nursing homes that were never meant to care for them. In the report, WISE's Vice President of Ombudsman Services, Rachel Tate, explained how nursing homes have become "de facto mental health centers" without specialized training. She also discussed the issue on LAist 89.3's AirTalk with Larry Mantle on September 20th.
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WISE Volunteers Awarded the President's Volunteer Service Award |
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Every day, Wise & Healthy Aging benefits from the amazing work of our many volunteers. Assisting with everything from serving in our Diner, teaching exercise classes, providing support to our clients through our Peer Counseling program or at our Adult Day Center, we couldn't do all we do without their incredible help!
President's Volunteer Service Awards are given to volunteers at qualifying organizations for 100+ hours of service within a 12-month period. This year, 19 volunteers at WISE were honored with the President's Award to recognize their vital role in impacting the community and inspiring others to do the same. WISE program leaders recognized awardees in their respective departments. Pictured above are volunteer Peer Counselors: Mary Jo Dalton, Lya Frank, Nicholas Eisner, Barbara Browning, Doreen Klee, Evan Diner and Polly Ross, holding their certificates signed by President Joe Biden. (Barbara Browning, pictured center, received a gold medallion for volunteering more than 1,700 hours in our Adult Day Center - and as a Peer Counselor!)
Please click the button below to see a list of all of our WISE Presidential Award Winners.
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In Person Caregiver Support Group - COMING SOON! |
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The Peer Counseling Program at WISE will soon offer an In-Person Caregiver Support Group. This group will provide a safe, confidential space for caregivers to share their ups and downs in caring for their loved one. Participants will get support, education, and resources in dealing with the daily challenges of being a caregiver.
The Caregivers Support Group will take place on the first and third Wednesday of each month at WISE in Santa Monica. To reserve your place, please call: (310) 394-9871, ext. 289.
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Still Time to Advertise in Relevant!, our New Westside Guide for the 50+ |
Are you a business owner that serves seniors on LA's Westside? If so, consider placing an ad in Relevant! Westside Guide for the 50+.
Since 2015, our Westside Guide has proved to be a trusted resource for seniors and their families by helping them find the businesses and services that they need and want. The new Westside Guides are free and will be distributed throughout the community in January 2024.
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Considering a Holiday Adventure? |
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This holiday season is just around the corner, and if you're looking to celebrate with an adventure, then we've got two new multi-day trips to choose from! Check out the details and make reservations by clicking the button below to find the right holiday trip for you!
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Taos & Santa Fe Holiday
December 5-9, 2023
Featuring Santa Fe, Taos,
Los Alamos, Chimayo, Albuquerque, Bandelier National Monument
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Holiday Time at the Broadmoor
December 10-14, 2023
Featuring The Broadmoor, Royal Gorge Route Railroad, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Garden of the Gods
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Wise & Healthy Aging, a non-profit, community-based social service organization, advances the dignity and quality of life of older adults through leadership, advocacy and high-quality, innovative services. |
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