Council on Aging - Southern California

Did you know that older adults have the highest rate of deaths by su***de in Orange County? It is crucial to learn how to identify the signs and offer support. Together, we can save lives and be a beacon of hope for those in need.
If you or a loved one are experiencing emotional distress, please reach out. Call Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services 988 (https://didihirsch.org/services/su***de-prevention/crisis-services/) to connect with the OC LifeLine or text the crisis chat (https://didihirsch.org/chat/). Your call could make all the difference. 💙

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***dePreventionDay provides a dedicated time to come together with passion and strength to address this difficult topic. We can all benefit from honest conversations about mental health and su***de, because just one conversation can change a life. Visit https://www.nami.org/get-involved/awareness-events/su***de-prevention-month/I and view their toolkit for how to start the conversation, potential warning signs, and crisis resources.

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Tuesday, September 10th, join in taking part in the Orange County Health Care Agency - Office of Su***de Prevention's Light Up Hope OC event! This no cost event encourages all community members to join together for connection and support.

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This Sunday, September 8th, is Grandparents Day — a time to reflect on the love, strength, and wisdom our grandparents have shared with us. 💕👵👴 At the Council on Aging - Southern California, we encourage everyone to take a moment to celebrate and remember the special role grandparents play in our lives.

Whether they’re still with us or live on in our hearts, let’s honor their legacy and the many ways they’ve touched our lives. 🌷

How will you be celebrating this Grandparents Day? Share your favorite memories with us in the comments! 📸👇

🎉 Today is International Day of Charity! 🎉

Join us in making a difference by attending our upcoming Evening of Comedy Gala, where you can laugh, have fun, and help empower older adults in our community. If you’d rather donate directly and make an immediate impact, visit our "Give a Gift Page." Every contribution counts toward enhancing the lives of seniors across Southern California.

Let’s come together for a great cause! 🌟

People are getting letters in the mail from a law firm saying that one of their clients has died and they’re looking for the heir. You are, they say, that heir! (Spoiler alert: you’re not.) The letter goes on to explain their offer: they want to split the proceeds between you, some charities, and their law firm. But what’s really going on? It's a .

Contacted about long-lost relative’s life insurance policy or an inheritance? It’s a scam People are getting letters in the mail from a law firm saying that one of their clients has died and they’re looking for the heir. You are, they say, that heir! (Spoiler alert: you’re not.) The letter goes on to explain their offer: they want to split the proceeds between you, some charities, an...

More of us are living longer, but our brains don’t always show the same resilience as our bodies. Cognitive decline refers to the slowing or dulling of our memory, concentration and ability to think. Could science extend our neurological health to keep pace with physical longevity?

The simple life changes that can prevent your cognitive decline Quitting smoking, eating a healthy diet, taking part in social activities and s*x can all help prevent cognitive decline as you age.

With so many people on social media, it’s no surprise that are there, too. A scammer might, for example, send you a message on Facebook, LinkedIn, or WhatsApp offering a chance to invest in cryptocurrency. But there’s no investment opportunity — just a scammer trying to take your money.

Unexpected messages on social media about investing are almost always scams With so many people on social media, it’s no surprise that scammers are there, too. A scammer might, for example, send you a message on Facebook, LinkedIn, or WhatsApp offering a chance to invest in cryptocurrency. But there’s no investment opportunity — just a scammer trying to take your mone...

Did someone supposedly spot fraud or criminal activity on one of your accounts? Did they offer to help “protect” your money by moving it from your bank, investment, or retirement account? Maybe they even asked you to share a verification code? If anyone did any of those things, it’s always a . So, what do you do next?

Got a call about fraud activity on your bank account? It could be a scammer Did someone supposedly spot fraud or criminal activity on one of your accounts? Did they offer to help “protect” your money by moving it from your bank, investment, or retirement account? Maybe they even asked you to share a verification code? If anyone did any of those things, it’s always a s...

may have stolen the Social Security numbers of every American. How to protect yourself. In an epic data breach, hackers claim to have taken 2.9 billion personal records from National Public Data. Most of the data are leaked online.

Take preventive measures to help prevent and detect any misuse of your information. In the meantime, security experts say, make sure all of your online accounts use two-factor authentication to make them harder to hijack.

Massive data breach that includes Social Security numbers may be even worse than suspected National Public Data acknowledged the huge breach that may have exposed data about almost every American. Email addresses may also have been taken.

🎉 Join us for a night of laughter and community at the Council on Aging's "An Evening of Comedy Gala!" 🎭 This is your chance to support a great cause while enjoying an unforgettable evening staring comedian , and filled with top-notch entertainment.

✨ A few sponsorships are still available—don't miss out on the opportunity to showcase your support! And for those who haven't reserved their seats yet, good news—tickets are still up for grabs! All are welcome to be part of this special night.

Let's come together to celebrate and make a difference. 🌟 Secure your spot today! https://coaoc.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/2024AnEveningofComedy/PurchaseTickets/tabid/1421447/Default.aspx

You might be a spouse who’s PCS’d to a new location or a servicemember getting ready to retire — and you’re probably eyeing new career possibilities. You know where to look for a job, but do you know how to recognize the signs of a job ?

Looking for a job? Spot the scams. You might be a spouse who’s PCS’d to a new location or a servicemember getting ready to retire — and you’re probably eyeing new career possibilities. You know where to look for a job, but do you know how to recognize the signs of a job scam?

Most people can probably agree that there are few things more frustrating than airline delays or cancellations that leave you stranded at the airport. Whether the issues are the result of an unprecedented event like the Crowdstrike glitch that grounded thousands of flights worldwide, or more common disturbances like weather delays, desperate travelers often turn to social media for help from the airlines.

Opportunistic know this, and they’re re lurking behind fake accounts trying to steal travelers’ information.

Scammers impersonate airline customer service representatives Most people can probably agree that there are few things more frustrating than airline delays or cancellations that leave you stranded at the airport. Whether the issues are the result of an unprecedented event like the Crowdstrike glitch that grounded thousands of flights worldwide, or more common....

Half of US cancer deaths avoidable, “alarming” study says.

Four in 10 cancer cases and half of all adult cancer deaths in the United States could be avoided, new research indicates. The researchers say their findings demonstrate an urgent need for more effective interventions and access to preventive health care.

Half of US cancer deaths avoidable, "alarming" study says There is an urgent need for more effective interventions and access to preventive health care, the researchers said.

The signs of a good car-buying experience? Things like trust, transparency, and fairness at the dealership. The signs of a bad car-buying experience? Things like misleading ads, bogus fees, and discriminatory practices.

Learn how you can when buying a car.

Did you ask for all those add-ons? Protect yourself at the dealership The signs of a good car-buying experience? Things like trust, transparency, and fairness at the dealership. The signs of a bad car-buying experience? Things like misleading ads, bogus fees, and discriminatory practices. How can you protect yourself when buying a car?

ReConnect participants show no age limit on adventure at an outing to the El Dorado Nature Center. View our calendar at https://www.coasc.org/events/calendar/ to join our next outing.

If you get a text message prompting you to check your voter registration status, don’t respond. It’s a .

Elections officials in several states have received reports of these scam text messages and are warning residents not to click on links in the messages. Here’s what to know about this scheme targeting voters this election season and how to avoid it.

Steer Clear of Voter Registration Text Scams | Take Care Don't respond to text messages prompting to check your voter registration status.

is August 21, it's a day to let them know how much you care and it’s an opportunity to recognize their accomplishments. In 1988, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed this holiday to raise about issues that affect senior citizens and their quality of life.

Today, seniors are still active in their communities as well as continuing to have a strong presence in the workforce. For all they do and have achieved for the good of their communities, senior citizens deserve our thanks!

National Senior Citizens Day Have an elderly loved one in your life? Show them you care on National Senior Citizens Day on August 21 with these heartfelt and fun ideas, gifts, and more!

The research has inspired efforts to develop a drug that boosts Reelin or helps it function better, as a way to stave off . Early in life, the protein Reelin helps assemble the brain. Later on, it appears to protect the organ from Alzheimer’s and other threats to memory and thinking.

A protein called Reelin keeps popping up in brains that resist aging and Alzheimer’s Early in life, the protein Reelin helps assemble the brain. Later on, it appears to protect the organ from Alzheimer’s and other threats to memory and thinking.

ReConnect art classes offer a space for mindfulness, creativity, and community. For classes near you, visit our calendar on our website at https://www.coasc.org/!

ReConnect participants enjoyed each other's company and had fun in the sun during an outing to the !

Save the date for a seminar on Elder Abuse and Financial Fraud. Our Senior Protection Program ( ) and the Public Law Center will host the event on Wednesday, September 18, at 10AM.

See below for RSVP information.

Join us for an important seminar on Elder Abuse and Financial Fraud, presented by Council on Aging - Southern California’s Senior Protection Program in partnership with the Public Law Center.

🗓 Date: Wednesday, September 18
🕙 Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
📍 Location: VFW Post 3173, 805 E Sycamore St, Anaheim, CA 92805

This event is specifically for veterans, their spouses, and caregivers. Please RSVP by September 11. Check the flyer for more details. Hope to see you there!

Scammers crawl social media looking for posts from upset travelers. They reach out to them through fake social media accounts and pretend to be an airline customer service representative who's there to help. Protect yourself and learn how to avoid being scammed.

Learn more at coasc.org/spp

Scammers impersonate airline customer service representatives Most people can probably agree that there are few things more frustrating than airline delays or cancellations that leave you stranded at the airport. Whether the issues are the result of an unprecedented event like the Crowdstrike glitch that grounded thousands of flights worldwide, or more common....

There are just a few hours left of Preserving Dignity Giving Day! Please help us meet our stretch goal of $15,000. Give Now!

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Make a donation of $25 or more today in support of Preserving Dignity, and your dollar for dollar donation will be matched. https://preserving-dignity-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/organizations/council-on-aging-southern-california

The Council on Aging’s Preserving Dignity Giving Day is here! Today is a special one-day event to raise funds to support the dignity and care of seniors who are isolated and alone.

Give a gift today: https://preserving-dignity-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/organizations/council-on-aging-southern-california

Tomorrow is - An annual Giving Day for Orange County's older adults in need. Support us with a gift to help seniors remain healthy, connected, and protected. Every gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $5,000!

https://preserving-dignity-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/organizations/council-on-aging-southern-california

We are just 4 DAYS AWAY from , an annual Day of Giving for older adults in our community. Join us, and SoulRapha on Wednesday, July 24th and help us reach our goal of raising $75,000.
Learn More Here: https://preserving-dignity-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/