VC Area Agency on Aging

Learn about protecting yourself from Medicare scams on Tuesday afternoon when HICAP gives a presentation at the Goebel Adult Community Center in Thousand Oaks. 🔗: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/hicap

🔥 Disaster Scams Targeting Older Adults Scammers take advantage of disasters like wildfires to steal from older adults. Watch out for: ❌ Fake Charity Calls ❌ Contractor Fraud ❌ Government Impersonators 🚨 Report fraud to DFPI at 1-866-275-2677 🔗 bit.ly/40T4TQ4

Caring for a loved one is rewarding, but also challenging. Family Caregiver Resource Centers offer training, support groups and resources to help caregivers stay healthy and prevent burnout. 🔗: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/caregiver

Join our new in-person Caregivers Support Group. It's intended for those who are on the journey with a parent, spouse, friend, neighbor and others, who have a chronic condition requiring care such as dementia, Parkinson's, or other illnesses. The group meets in our Caregiver Center on the first Monday of the month, 1-2:30 p.m. Call 800-900-8582 for more information and to sign up. #camarillo #venturacounty #caregiving

The Senior Support Line – 1-800-235-9980 – offers compassionate, confidential conversation for older adults who just need to talk to a friendly voice. Learn more: camhealth.com/senior-support…

🥵 🌡️ Records temps happening this week in California! When temperatures are very high, make sure to: ✔️ Stay hydrated. ✔️ Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and a hat outdoors. ✔️ Wear sunscreen and avoid too much sun. Read more listoscalifornia.org

There are three opportunities this week to learn about Medicare with HICAP. They’ll be at Palm Vista Senior Center on Tuesday morning, at the Simi Valley Senior Center on Tuesday afternoon and at the Wilson Senior Center on Thursday morning. More info: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/hicap

It’s #NationalSeniorNutritionMonth! Good food and nutrition are vital for older adults to maintain their health and well-being. Learn more about meal programs and nutrition services available to older adults in our community: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/nutrition

The Ventura County Continuum of Care will be hosting a series of Housing Rights Workshops for tenants.. We invite you to attend and share this opportunity with your community! 📆Thursday, March 19, 2026 ⏰6pm to 8pm 👉English/Spanish 📍Location: (Zoom/in person), Community Center, Apricot Room 799 Moorpark Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021

If you earned less than $69,000 in 2025, you may be eligible for FREE tax preparation & filing assistance through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Call 2-1-1 or visit our website for more details: HSA.venturacounty.gov/tax-preparation

There have been claims of Medicare fraud at local health events. DO NOT SHARE YOUR MEDICARE NUMBERS – no agency or organization should be requesting this. If this occurred, please review your Medicare Summary Notice for any charges that you do not recognize, and report it. 🔗: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/hicap

In cooperation with the IRS, trained and certified CSVP volunteers will provide FREE income tax preparation for individuals who are 60 years of age or older (any income level) or have an income of $67,000 or less, regardless of age. Learn more by visiting crpd.org/csvp

Take a look at our March newsletter to view the latest news and highlights from our agency, including a special #SocialWorkMonth spotlight, additional support available to families at Healthy Start schools, details on free tax prep and filing services available to eligible households, upcoming events, and more!➡️ conta.cc/3MNJiWa Want to receive our monthly newsletter by email? Sign up now at: bit.ly/HSAnews-signup

Received a suspicious call, text, letter, or email? Take action to protect yourself and follow these steps to #SlamTheScam: ssa.gov/scam #NCPW2026

A vote by the Ventura County Board of Supervisors on March 3, 2026, recognizes that the Human Services Agency is best positioned to continue administration of the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging through June 2027. Info: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/hsa-will-conti…

Today, the Board of Supervisors recognized National #SocialWorkMonth and the nearly 400 County of Ventura Human Services Agency and Public Health social workers who serve children, families, older adults, people with disabilities and those experiencing homelessness in our community. We are grateful every day for their strength, resilience and compassion in serving community members and helping them navigate challenges and find stability.

Interested in helping to provide leadership and influence on older-adult issues at the state level? Applications are due at the end of this month to join the California Senior Legislature. 🔗: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/applications-o…

March is #NationalNutritionMonth! 🥦🥛 Healthy eating is important for us all, but after 50, it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re eating well to get adequate nutrients. Use the tips below to make healthy eating choices all year long. ncoa.org/article/eating…

The Ventura County Ombudsman Program is the go-to agency for long-term care information, as they monitor facilities and investigate complaints, and also provide pre-placement counseling to those considering a skilled nursing facility. 🔗: ombudsmanventura.org

📞 "Grandma, it's me! I need money!" Scammers impersonate grandchildren in distress, asking for urgent money transfers. Always verify by calling your family directly before sending money. Learn more: bit.ly/40T4TQ4