Travel, Leisure & Fun for South Valley Adults
Travel, Leisure & Fun for South Valley Adults
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Thanks to their genetic makeup, their ability to navigate mazes and their willingness to work for cheese, mice have long been a go-to model for behavioral and neurological studies. In recent years, they have entered a new arena – virtual reality – and now Cornell researchers have built miniature VR headsets to immerse them more deeply in it. Cornell researchers built miniature VR headsets to immerse mice more deeply in virtual environments that can help reveal the neural act...
On April 10, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) reintroduced the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act alongside Reps. Julia Brownley (CA-26), Adrian Smith (NE-03), and Gabe Evans (CO-08). This bipartisan, bicameral bill makes critical reforms to improve access to supplemental oxygen for Medicare beneficiaries. The Senate companion bill is led by Senators Bill Cassidy (R-IL), Mark Warner (D-IN), and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN). “Supplemental oxygen is lifesaving, but many people struggle to get access due to burdensome M...
Adventist Health, in partnership with the Corcoran Hospital District and the Boswell Family Fund, held a check presentation event on April 9 to celebrate a transformative $7,020,000 philanthropic gift – the largest in Adventist Health's history. The event, held at Adventist Health Corcoran Medical Office, welcomed community members, patients, local leaders, and elected officials to honor this investment in the health and future of the Corcoran community. "This investment is m...
On February 11, the Tulare County Board of Supervisors voted to appoint Dr. Asma Tariq to the position of County Health Officer, effective May 4. Dr. Tariq fills the position that has been vacant since Dr. Karen Haught retired in 2023. Dr. Tariq is a practicing family medicine physician with a passion for teaching and preventative health. She currently provides care in the outpatient and hospital settings and is a core faculty member for the Kaweah Health Family Medicine...
The Kings County Commission on Aging Council (KCCOA) and Kings County In-Home Supportive Services will host its annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Event, featuring informational booths, food, entertainment and prizes. "The community will enjoy having a great time while socializing with friends and family," said Antonia Olivera, KCCOA community social service specialist. "They will have the opportunity to become familiar with various social service agencies and the services they provide," she said. The event will be held on...
June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month and observances will be held in both Tulare and Kings Counties. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was launched on June 15, 2006, by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. Its purpose is to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social,...
In response to the widespread devastation caused by the wildfires across the Los Angeles area, AARP Foundation has launched a disaster relief campaign to provide critical aid to those affected, especially older adults. To amplify the impact of public support, AARP will match contributions dollar for dollar — up to $500,000 — to help the people impacted rebuild their lives and communities. In January, destructive wildfires raged across Los Angeles and Ventura counties, leaving a trail of devastation and misery, par...
The Kingsburg Senior Center has completed its kitchen remodeling project and is now offering meals cooked in-house by nutrition coordinators. The remodeling project was funded by a grant from the Kingsburg Healthcare District. In addition, a grant from the Hillblom Foundation will help purchase supplies to support the hot meal program. In a partnership with the Kingsburg Healthcare District, the center offers a free continental breakfast 8:30-10:30 a.m. weekdays. In addition,...
On January 30, the California Department of Aging (CDA) released a new report detailing 81 Master Plan for Aging (MPA) initiatives designed to build momentum and drive results for older Californians over the next two years. The MPA, California's 10-year blueprint for aging and disability services that has become a national model, continues to be a catalyst to empower older adults, Californians with disabilities, and caregivers, according to a new report on its progress....
The City of Visalia Parks and Recreation Department will host the 2025 Visalia Senior Games March 27-30. The games will include competitions in pickleball, track and field, swimming, table tennis, disc golf and archery. The competitions are scheduled over a four-day period this year, a change from last year's games, which were held on weekends from mid-March to late May. "This year, we've decided to bring the Senior Games back to a single weekend to create a more focused and...
The Heart of Seniors Expo & Fashion Show, hosted by the Senior Coalition, will be held on Thursday, February 13, at the Visalia Wyndham Hotel, 9000 W. Airport Dr., Visalia. The event, which marks its 10th anniversary year, will include a vital resource fair with vendors, a fashion show with senior models escorted by American Ambulance team members, and a luncheon. The resource fair opens at 8 a.m., with the program beginning at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are $10 per person, and...
Reauthorization of the Older Americans Act, which provides vital services to millions of people 60 and older, might be on pause until March, despite a unanimous Senate vote on Dec. 10 to renew this vital piece of legislation. Older Americans Act reauthorization would boost existing funding and add several new programs and services for older people. With only days left before the end of the 118th Congress, there was a push in the House to pass the bill and send it to President...
On November 15, AARP released a poll of voters from the 43 most competitive congressional districts in the 2024 election season. Voters ages 50 and older were key in the election. Data shows that across the country, older voters made up 55% of the electorate, and that winning the 50+ vote was key to winning races up and down the ballot around the country. AARP's survey found House Republicans won voters 50+ by a 50% to 47% margin while these districts were a dead heat among...
The California Highway Patrol (CHP), in partnership with the Office of Traffic Safety, announced the receipt of a $225,000 federal grant to launch the "Keeping Everyone Safe" (KEYS) program. This program is designed to enhance traffic education and health awareness for drivers aged 65 and older and aims to ensure older drivers remain safe, confident, and informed on the road. A vital feature of this program is the "Age Well, Drive Smart" class. This free, two-hour course...
On November 15, the U.S. Postal Service announced that a stamp honoring Betty White (1922-2021) will be included among the stamps scheduled for release in 2025. Emmy Award-winning actress White is best known for her roles in the classic sitcoms "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and "The Golden Girls." White won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series for the first season of "The Golden Girls" and was nominated every year of the show's run. She also guest-starred on...
When you are relearning how to walk, sometimes it's the grass that trips you up and sometimes it's the rocks. Kaweah Health Rehabilitation Hospital's new mobility course, which had a ribbon-cutting on September 16, helps patients who have had life-altering injuries learn how to maneuver through various types of terrain. "For older adults especially, mobility involves more than just walking on flat, controlled surfaces," said Molly Niederreiter, director of Rehabilitation and...
On October 1, The Carter Center and the world celebrated the 100th birthday of former President Jimmy Carter, the longest-living U.S. president in history. Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, Carter has dedicated his life to service and human rights. Early in life, he was an active member of the Plains community alongside his wife, Rosalynn, whom he married in 1946. He was elected to the Georgia State Senate in 1962 and served as Georgia's 76th governor from 1971 to...
District Attorney Tim Ward is warning of a financial scam targeting Tulare County residents, particularly seniors, with bogus claims that personal bank and investment accounts have been compromised. "This scam is happening in Tulare County, and the Office of the District Attorney has prosecuted and is currently prosecuting offenders involved in the scam," said Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward. The scam begins as many others do, with an erroneous pop-up computer ad or...
California’s aging population is more diverse and growing faster than any other age group. By 2030, an estimated 10.3 million older Californians (age 60 and over) will make up 25% of the state’s population. California’s Master Plan for Aging (MPA) affirms the priority of the health and well-being of older Californians and people with disabilities. It acts as a “blueprint” for state government, local government, the private sector and philanthropy to prepare the state for the coming demographic changes and continue Californi...
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced that drivers 70-years-old and older in California whose licenses expire in 2024 and beyond will no longer be required to take a written knowledge test. "All drivers have been required to take a written test once they turn 70 as a policy requirement and not a requirement of law," said DMV Director Steve Gordon. "We are eliminating the written knowledge test for those without traffic violations on their record to...
Since our last issue went to press, California Public Utilities Commission voted to allow residents to keep their landline phones, a critical communications tool in emergencies. Telecommunications giant AT&T had requested that the CPUC relieve AT&T of what is called its “Carrier of Last Resort” (COLR) obligations in certain areas of California, including the South Valley. The CPUC vote denies AT&T’s bid to drop landline service that includes free access to 9-1-1 and telephone relay service (for people with speech or heari...
The global electric wheelchair market was valued at $7.3 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to reach a valuation of $18 billion by 2032, an annual increase of 10.6% over the next eight years. The electric wheelchair market has seen significant developments and growth, with more than 10 million units currently in use around the globe. This surge is attributed to technological innovations and increased awareness about mobility solutions. A notable advancement is the enhancement...
The Neighborhood Village, the first master-planned community in California to provide dignified homes, jobs and services for those experiencing chronic homelessness, will celebrate its grand opening on Thursday, September 26. Currently, one out of every four individuals who are homeless are 55 or older, and the number of homeless seniors is expected to increase, partly due to the high costs of housing and health care. Salt + Light's Neighborhood Village community, on West Rigg...
Family HealthCare Network's (FHCN) PACE adult daycare in downtown Visalia is scheduled to open in July, and many services will be available on the first day of operation, according to Stacey Beachy, vice president of marketing and public relations for FHCN. The 25,000-square-foot facility and its parking lot fill all of the 1.75 acres on the block surrounded by Murray Avenue, Tipton Street, School Avenue and Santa Fe Street, with the two-story building facing School Avenue. "T...
The 2024 Visalia Senior Games are now history. The competitions, which were held on various weekends from March to May enjoyed different levels of success. "The events that we were able to host were a success," said Holly Ellis, recreation supervisor for the City of Visalia Parks & Recreation Department. However, some of the scheduled events were cancelled due to low registration. This included the final two competitions. "Unfortunately, our participant numbers did not meet...