A Directory of Services for Older Adults Peninsula Edition SPRING 2022
©2022 InFlight Publishing DearSpringReaders,isnot only a time of renewal but also a time to plan for the future. In our Indexes, Born to Age offers a comprehensive directory of reliable resources, whether you need solutions for yourself or a loved one. In addition to our helpful listings, this issue features articles on an explanation of the different types of assisted living communities, after-life planning, and activities and events to visit in our community.
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Columnist Eva Barrows Advertising Sales Annamarie Buonocore Business matters, advertising and editorial concerns should be addressed to Born to Age, P.O. Box 5402, San Mateo, Calif. 94402 or by calling (650) 504-8549, fax (650) 358-9254. Born to Age Peninsula is not responsible for any action taken by any person as a result of reading any part of any issue. The pieces are written for information, entertainment and suggestion – not recommendation.Thepursuit of making healthcare decisions or any action reflected by this magazine is the responsibility of the individual and not of this magazine, its staff or contributors. Opinions expressed are those of the individual author and not necessarily those of Born to Age. The publisher reserves the right to edit and rewrite, as necessary, all copy submitted for publication. All editorial and advertising matter in this edition is copyrighted. Reproduction in any way is strictly prohibited without written permission of the publisher.
Born to Age Peninsula offers something for every reader, whether you are a senior making your own plans, a family caregiver, or an industry professional. We hope you enjoy this issue and look forward to hearing from you. We also welcome your feedback on our featured articles and invite you to share your services and experience for future articles. Please contact me at annamarie@borntoage.com.
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BORN TO AGE PENINSULA — SPRING 2022 1 From the Publisher … P.O. Box 5402, San Mateo, CA 94402 (650) 504-8549, Fax (650) 358-9254 Publisher ............... Annamarie Buonocore Managing Editor Vickie Buonocore
2 BORN TO AGE PENINSULA — SPRING 2022 On the Cover: Photo courtesy of Senior Care Authority, which provides senior living and care solutions for you and your loved ones. For free consultations, seven days a week, at one of its local offices on the Peninsula, contact Annamarie Buonocore at 650-504-8549 or abuonocore@seniorcareauthority.com. Planning Index Activities 4 Advance Directive for Health Care Affordable Housing Resources Attorneys 4 & 5 Care/Management Planning 5 Certified Senior Advisers/ Placement Agents Congregate Meals (Contact each location for information about its programs) CounselingConsumerConservators/TrusteesAdvocacyServicesServices 6 Driving FoodFallEstateEmergencyEducationCoursesPreparedness&FinancialPlanningServicesPreventionPantry 6 & 7 Home Energy Assistance 7 Home Improvement Home Rehabilitation Loan Program Home Sharing Home Counseling Independent Living Information & Assistance Insurance Counseling Legal Services .............................. 8 Long-Term Care Insurance Counseling Long-Term Care/Medical Planning Market Days Real ReverseEstateMortgage TO RESERVE YOUR AD SPACE FOR OUR NEXT 2022 ISSUE … AnnamarieContact:Buonocore650-504-8549 annamarie@borntoage.com Senior Centers Senior Government Quality of Life Adult Day Health Care ………… 10 Adult Protective Services Alzheimer’s Referral & Education Assisted Living – Board & Care Assisted Living – Communities Assisted Living — Complaints Assisted Living: Alzheimer’s/ Dementia/Memory Care Caregiver Resources & Support Caregivers 10 & 11 Caregiver Training Services 11 Chiropractic Care Chore Services Dental Care Dinner Delivery Program Disaster Assistance Elder FamilyAdvocacyCaregiver Support Services Friendly Visitors Guide Dogs/Service Animals Health & Medical Supplies 11 & 12 Hearing Aids 12 Home Health Care Home-Delivered/CongregateServices Meal Locations In-Home Supportive Services Medical NursingMentalMembershipTransportationServicesHealthHomeComplaints/ Litigation Nursing PalliativeHomesCare 12 & 13 Pharmacies …………………… 13 Physical PlacementTherapistsServices Recycled Health & Medical Supplies Respite Care Shopping/Errand Services Support Groups Telephone Reassurance Transportation & Escort Services Veterans Services Visually Impaired Services WoundWheelchairsCare Final Wishes Body & Organ Donation 14 Burial Cremation & Funeral GriefServicesSupport Trust/ProbateHospice/PalliativeGroupsCareAdministration A NOTE TO OUR READERS … We welcome articles from our advertisers and readers for seniors or their families. All submissions will be considered, based on relevancy and space availability. Efforts are made to ensure that all entries are current at the time of printing. Please call the listing you’re interested in for up-to-date information.Submitarticles or questions, including any corrections or updated information, to: Born to Age 650-358-9908Peninsula annamarie@borntoage.com
Moving to long-term care can be a big decision, but knowing what services are needed can help you choose the right facility. Senior Care Authority can pro vide advice and assistance with long-term care decisions and help the process go smoothly. At Senior Care Authority, we believe that taking care of the people who mean the most to us is as much a privilege as a re sponsibility. Let us help you help them. Call 650-504-8549
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Choosing The Right Facility For Long-Term Care Aging can bring many chal lenges. It’s not unusual for seniors to experience reduced mobility, memory difficulties, or health issues that require a living environment that includes sup port with daily activities San Mateo County is a popular retirement destination that offers many long-term care options. The challenge is choosing the right one for the care needed. Senior Care Authority is a placement agency that can help you determine the level of care needed, as well as assist in find ing the ideal facility that fits those needs. It can also help lo cate other resources. SCA offers the following help ful tips and resources. Assisted Living vs. Nursing Homes or Memory Care Assisted living facilities are aimed at seniors who are rea sonably mobile and generally in good health. The accommodations allow seniors to live independent ly, while accessing personal care assistance, meal service, and other day-to-day support, as needed.Memory care communities are similar but have more calming and structured environments. They offer enhanced supervision by caregivers who are trained in caring for and supporting those who are living with the effects of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. These seniors may be prone to wandering or ep isodes of confusion, so additional security is a typical feature in memory care communities. Nursing homes are for seniors with more severe health difficul ties. They’re staffed 24 hours a day by skilled nurses who can administer medication, provide wound and IV care, and offer other medical services. Nursing homes normally cost more than other care options due to the extra care provided. Some communities offer a con tinuum of care service. A senior can stay at the same community for the long term, even if their needs change. For those who might have anxiety about moving or changing their routine, re maining in the same community offers peace of mind. Financing Long-Term Care Long-term care can be expen sive. Many seniors rely on Medic aid and its associated waivers to cover some of the costs. Those who are fortunate enough to own their own homes may be able to sell their property to finance their time in a nursing home. California offers many sup port programs, including: Califor nia Department of Aging Reloca tion, VA Aid and Attendance Ben efits, and Financial Assistance for Your Elderly Parents.
Preparing for the Move
Keep in mind that leaving the family home can be a big emotion al step. Seniors are often faced with having to downsize. Allowing them a choice, if possible, of what to keep can alleviate some of their stress.Once a facility is chosen, it may be able to recommend mov ers who specialize in this type of relocation. They will measure the new residence and advise, as an example, of what furniture will fit and assist in selling or disposal of what won’t. Improved Quality of Life
4 Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 Continued on page 5 Planning Index activities City of San Mateo Parks and Rec 650-522-7400cityofsanmateo.org/parks-and-recreation 2001 Pacific Blvd. San Mateo, CA 94403 Daly City Department of Parks and Rec dalycity.org/327/ 650-991-8001Recreation 111 Lake Merced Blvd. Daly City, CA 94015 Foster City Village fostercityvillage.clubexpress. 650-378-8541com 1000fcvillage94404@gmail.comE.HillsdaleBlvd. Foster City, CA 94404 Hiller Aviation Museum hiller.org 601650-654-0200SkywayRd. San Carlos, CA 94070 Los Altos MuseumHistory losaltoshistory.org 51650-948-9427S.SanAntonio Rd. Los Altos, CA 94022 Millbrae Department of Parks and Rec ci.millbrae.ca.us/departments-services/ 650-259-2360recreation 621 Magnolia Ave. Millbrae, CA 94030 OaklandMuseumAviation oaklandaviationmuseum. 510-638-7100org 8252 Earhart Rd. Oakland, CA 94621 Redwood City Dept. of Parks and Recreation redwoodcity.org/departments/parks-recreation-andcommunity-services 650-780-7311 1120 Roosevelt Ave. Redwood City, CA 94061 San Mateo HistoricalCountyAssociation 650-299-0104historysmc.org 2200 Broadway Redwood City, CA 94063 San Mateo Elks Lodge sanmateoelks1112.org 229650-345-4886W20thAve. San Mateo, CA 94403 directiveadvanceforhealthcare CaliforniaAssociationMedical Call: 800-882-1262 To order a kit! San Mateo OmbudsmanCounty 650-780-5707ossmc.org 711 Nevada St. Redwood City, CA 94061 affordablehousingresources Casa De Redwood Low-Income Senior Housing 650-369-4819 1280 Veterans Blvd. Redwood City, CA 94063 Housing Authority of the County of San Mateo housing.smcgov.org 650-802-3300 264 Harbor Blvd., #A Belmont, CA 94002 Lesley Terrace lesleyseniorcommunities. 650-593-1818org 2400 Carlmont Dr. Belmont, CA 94002 Peninsula Del Rey Ask about Senior Apartments! srgseniorliving.com 165650-741-1537PierceSt. Daly City, CA 94015 attorneys Cookman Law Ellen Cookman, cookmanlaw.comEsq. 2100650-690-2571GengRd., Ste. 210 Palo Alto, CA 94303 Dolan Law Firm PC dolanlawfirm.com San1438415-619-5204MarketSt.Francisco,CA 94102 Law Offices of Albert K. Martin 630650-342-6315NSanMateo Dr. San Mateo, CA 94401 Lee & Haraguchi, APC Erika M. Haraguchi, Esq. Estate and Trust leeharaguchi.comPlanning 650-918-7865 611 Gateway Blvd., Ste. 120 So. San Francisco, CA 94080
Trusted Law Corporation Pamela Bobowski, Esq. Estate Planning Attorney 951650-504-1995trustedlc.comMarinersIsland Blvd., Ste. 300 San Mateo, CA 94404 managementcareplanning Bay Area GCM 503650-654-1510bayareagcm.netSeaportCt., Ste. 106 Redwood City, CA 94063 Clark Care Associates Menlo325650-879-9030clarkcareassociates.comSharonParkDr.,Ste.408Park,CA94025 Faenzi Associates 650-401-6350faenziassociates.com 327 N San Mateo Dr., #8 San Mateo, CA 94401 Maxwell Senior Care Services San1611650-373-2145maxwellseniorcare.comBorelPl.,#200Mateo,CA94402 certifiedplacementadvisers/senioragents Dmitri’sServicesPlacement 415-816-5183tndplacements.com Senior Care Authority Peninsula Annamarie Buonocore, San1040650-504-8549seniorcare-sanmateo.comCSAS.ClaremontSt.Mateo,CA94402 congregatemeals Contact each location for details TwinBelmontPines Senior and Community Center 20 Twin Pines Lane 650-595-7441 Daly DoelgerCitySenior Center 101 Lake Merced Blvd. 650-991-8012 Lincoln Park Community Center 901 Brunswick St. 650-991-8018 East Palo Alto East Palo Alto Senior Center 560 Bell 650-329-5900St. Foster City Foster City Recreation Program 650 Shell 650-286-2585Blvd. Half Moon Bay Senior Coastsiders 925 Main 650-726-9056St. Menlo PeninsulaParkVolunteers Little House 800 Middle 650-326-2025Ave. Menlo Park Senior Center 110 Terminal 650-330-2280Ave. PacificaPacifica Senior Services 540 Crespi Dr., Hwy. 1 650-738-7350 Redwood City Fair Oaks ActivitiesAdultCenter 2600 Middlefield Rd. 650-780-7525 Redwood City Veterans Memorial Senior Center 1455 Madison Ave. 650-780-7259 San Bruno San Bruno Senior Center 1555 Crystal Springs Rd. 650-616-7150 San Carlos San Carlos CommunityAdultCenter 601 Chestnut 650-802-4384St. San Mateo City of San Mateo Senior Center 2645 Alameda de las 650-522-7490Pulgas City of San Mateo Martin Luther King Center 725 Monte 650-522-7490Diablo Self Help for the Elderly 50 East 5th 650-342-0822Ave. South San Francisco Magnolia Senior Center 601 Grand 650-829-3820Ave. conservators/trustee San Mateo County Public ProgramConservatorshipGuardian/ San225800-675-8437smchealth.org/services-aging-and-adult37thAve.Mateo,CA94403 consumeradvocacyservices Better Business Bureau of San Mateo County 866-411-2221goldengate.bbb.org Born to Age Peninsula annamarie@borntoage.650-504-8549borntoage.comcom California Department of Consumer Affairs 800-952-5210dca.ca.gov San Mateo ConsumerCountyandFamily Affairs Smchealth.org/contact/ family-affairsoffice-consumer-and800-388-5189
Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 5 Continued on page 6 Planning Index cont’d attorneyscont’d Loew Law Group 1650650-397-8700loewlawgroup.comBorelPl.,Ste. 123 San Mateo, CA 94402 San Mateo County Bar Association 333650-369-4149smcba.orgBradfordSt., #200 Redwood City, CA 94063 Rodnunsky & Associates Don Sweet, Esq. Estate Planning and Legal
San2000650-285-5400rodnunskylaw.comServicesAlamedadelasPulgas,#154Mateo,CA94403
6 Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 Continued on page 7 Planning Index cont’d counselingservices Caminar for Mental Health Support services for individuals with mental health disorders 650-372-4080caminar.org ChristianCentersCounselingSanMateo 650-570-7273christiancounselingcenters.org Family Caregiver Alliance 800-445-8106caregiver.org HICAP Self-help for the elderly 800-434-0222hicap.org driving courses AAA Redwood510650-216-3100Mwg.aaa.comVeteransBlvd.City,CA 94063 AARP Smart SafeyCourse/AARPDriverDriver 888-687-2277aarp.org/auto/driver-safety Beyond Driving with Dignity Annamarie 650-504-8549Buonocore education San Mateo EducationAdult San789650-558-2100sanmateoadulted.orgEPoplarAve.Mateo,CA94401 ContinuingEducationCommunity San1700650-574-6149communityed.smccd.eduW.HillsdaleBlvd.Bldg.1Room207Mateo,CA94402 AARP Classes learn.aarp.org Project Read Literacy(RedwoodProgramCity projectreadredwoodcity.Library)org 1044 Middlefield Rd. Redwood City, CA 94063 Bay Area ResourceCaregiverCenter info@caregiver.org800-445-8106caregiver.org preparednessemergency American Red Cross San Mateo Area 1710650-259-1750Redcross.orgTrousdale Dr. Burlingame, CA 94010 San Mateo CenterRegionalCountyOperations Redwood501650-363-4000publicworks.smcgov.orgWinslowSt.City,CA94063 estate financial&planningservices (See estate attorneys)planning Edward Jones Sven Geffken Financial edwardjones.com/us-en/Advisor geffkenfinancial-advisor/sven1005650-355-1365TerraNova Blvd., Ste. 2a Pacifica, CA 94044 Hecker Fiduciary Iris Hecker heckerfiduciary.com 650-361-9703 1511 Woodside Rd. Redwood City, CA 94061 Lassahn Fiduciary Tirzah San2075650-578-9030LassahnPioneerCt.Mateo,CA94403 PettinelliPartnersFinancial Jonathan Redwood555650-595-4600Pettinellifp.comNicolasVeteransBlvd.,Ste.100City,CA94063 fall prevention Bay Grab Bar Will install grab bars to prevent falls at home Bill: 707-509-8222 HomeExcept App-based emergency alert system great for those prone to falling Annamarie:homeexcept.com650-504-8549 Philips Lifeline San Mateo County Llife-alertphilips.lifeline.comsystemthat notifies authorities for Annamarie:emergencies650-504-8549 food pantry Food Distribution Center San Mateo County 650-685-5880 No. Peninsula Food Pantry Daly31650-994-5150fooddc.orgBeplerSt.City,CA94014
Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 7 Continued on page 8 Planning Index cont’d foodcont’dpantry Samaritan House of San Mateo County 650-347-3648samaritanhousesanmateo.org 4031 Pacific Blvd. San Mateo, CA 94403 Second Harvest Food Bank of Silicon Valley 650-610-0800shfb.org 1051 Bing St. San Carlos, CA 94070 homeassistanceenergy Peninsula Clean Energy Save big on energy peninsulacleanenergy.comcosts! 866-966-0110 improvementhome RebuildingPeninsulaTogether rebuildingtogetherpeninsula. org 650-366-6597 841 Kaynyne St. Redwood City, CA 94063 Department of Housing 650-802-5050 rehabilitationhomeloanprogram Daly City: 650-991-8068 Redwood City: 650-7807229 So. San Francisco: 650829-6620 HOME SHARING HIP Housing 650-348-6660hiphousing.org 800 S Claremont St., #210 San Mateo, CA 94402 WellNest For information on building accessory dwelling units or finding one for rent wearewellnest.com home counseling HousingCountyCouncilLeadershipSanMateo hlsmc.org 650-242-1764 2905 S El Camino Real San Mateo, CA 94403 independentliving Brookdale Redwood City brookdale.com 650-366-3900 485 Woodside Rd. Redwood City, CA 94061 Peninsula Del Rey (See listing under Affordable Housing 650-741-1537Resources) The Villa at San Mateo thevillaatsanmateo.com 650-212-4400 4000 S El Camino Real San Mateo, CA 94403 information & assistance Aging & ServicesIndependence cidsanmateo.org 650-645-1780 2001 Winward Way, Ste. 103 San Mateo, CA 94404 SMC Connected Care smchealth.org/connectedcare 650-573-2601 hieoptions@smcgov.org counselinginsurance San Mateo County HICAP Office Cahealthadvocates.org 650-627-9350 1710 S. Amphlett Blvd., Ste. 100 San Mateo, CA 94402
8 BORN TO AGE PENINSULA — SPRING 2022 Planning Index cont’d Reverse Mortgages Done Thoughtfully Many seniors have used reverse mortgage loan proceeds to travel, pay-off credit card bills, help their children, cover long-term disability expenses or just live more comfortably. More than 50 years ago, reverse mortgage loans were created to allow seniors to remain in their homes and enjoy access to some of their saved equity. Over the years, there have been many improvements made to the structure of these loans, which are insured by the Federal Housing Administration. Reverse mortgage loan products available to homeowners today capture the spirit of the original loans, but have added the flexibility and transparency to help safeguard the financial security of borrowers. Call us today at (650) 922-0824 for a free quote. 650.922.0824 laura@biche.com WWW.BICHE.COM Reverse Mortgages Done Thoughtfully NMLS 305746, DRE 01193217 MLS 329189, DRE 01498198 LAURA BICHE Reverse Mortgage Specialist legal services Aging and ProtectiveAdultServices 800-675-8437 Bay Area Legal Aid 1735888-382-3406baylegal.orgTelegraph Ave. Oakland, CA 94612 California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform San650800-474-1116HarrisonSt.Francisco,CA 94107 Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County 330650-558-0915legalaidsmc.orgTwinDolphin Dr., Ste. Redwood123City, CA 94065 long-termcounselinginsurancecare San Mateo County HICAP Office San1710650-627-9350Cahealthadvocates.orgS.AmphlettBlvd.,Ste.100Mateo,CA94402 long-term care/ medical planning Law Office of Sally Bergman 1900650-242-9800SNorfolk St. San Mateo, CA 94403 Love at Home Senior Care Malia HomeVeaCare Menlo3723888-842-2923loveathomeseniorcare.comDirector/CEOHavenAve.,Ste.122Park,CA94025 Sensible Senior Planning Tzivya 855-975-2664sensibleseniorplanning.Greencom market days Downtown Palo Alto Farmers’ Market Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon 601-699 Gilman St. Palo Alto, CA 94301 San Carlos Farmers’ Market Sundays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1001 Varian St. San Carlos, CA 94070 San Mateo Farmers’ Market Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. College of San Mateo 1700 W Hillsdale Blvd. San Mateo, CA 94402 25th Ave. Farmers’ Market Tuesday afternoons 194 W 25th Ave. San Mateo, CA 94403 real estate Four Bridges Real Estate Group at Compass John 650-315-5968fourbridgesre.comEsplana Keller-Williams Silicon Valley Dmitriy 650-329-0397Kruglyak Mike Roza RealtorsCompass mike@mikeroza.com650-888-1778mikeroza.com mortgagereverse Laura Biche MortgagesRetirement 650-922-0824laura@biche.com Fare Reverse Richard 650-750-5032richard.wood@FAReverse.Woodcom RFS Lends (Kathy kaffAffeltranger)eltranger@rfslends.com 650-299-9477 senior centers Avenidas Palo450650-289-5400BryantSt.Alto,CA94303 Doelger Senior Center 101650-991-8012LakeMerced Blvd. Daly City, 94015 Redwood City Senior Center 1455650-780-7270Madison Ave. Redwood City, CA 94061 San Mateo Senior Center 2645650-522-7490Alameda de las SanPulgasMateo, CA 94403 governmentsenior San Mateo CommissionCountyon Aging Anna 650-713-8610Sawamura SeniorCommissionCitizens (City of San Mateo) Call Parks & 650-522-7400Rec:
Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 9 Hiking Near and Far Over 60
Finding trails: Hiking Project Identifying flora and fauna: Seek by iNaturalist A Hiking Buddy Once you are ready for longer hikes, it’s a good idea not to ven ture too far alone for your safety. Besides, hiking with a buddy — or a group — can add to the experience.Ifyoucan’t find a hiking partner, ask around. Check out local MeetUp groups for older adults or beginner hikers. Do a search for local hiking clubs, too. Hiking is great exercise and a fun way to explore. Whether you keep it local, start exploring your state, or even expand across the country, you will add lots of mem ories and likely friends, too.
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Trekking Poles Trekking poles are lightweight, adjustable metal poles to steady you on downhill slopes or uneven terrain. They come in handy, es pecially on muddy trails. Trail Apps There are apps to help you expand your repertoire of places to go. Start by searching online for local hikes, but it is handy to have the trail on your smart phone. Not only can you access trail information, but you can browse recent reviews to find weather conditions, when to avoid crowds, and even identify wildlife in different areas. Some of the bestFreeapps:hiking: AllTrails
If you have never enjoyed hik ing before, or at least not recent ly, you may have questions. Here are some pointers to help you em bark on this healthy exercise. Getting Started Seniors, especially those with health conditions, should consult their doctors before beginning any exercise program. If you’re new to the sport, start slowly. The point of hiking is to enjoy the scenery and fresh air, while getting exercise. You will gradually increase your speed and distance naturally as you be come more fit. Take a photo of the map at the trail head for reference, and you can be on your way! Go as far as you are comfortable and remem ber that you will have to return just as far. Clothing and Gear You do not need a bunch of fan cy-schmancy gear to head down your first trail. Just wear tennis shoes and clothing appropriate for the season. Taking sunscreen, insect repellent, and water is rec ommended.Onceyou decide you like hik ing, you may be ready to upgrade your gear, beginning with good hikingTakingshoes.care of your feet will be worth the extra cost of sturdy boots or shoes. They will protect your feet and give support if you hike any rough terrain. Add a pair of socks, such as Merino wool blends that absorb moisture in all temperatures.Youmightalso invest in a pair of hiking pants with zip-off legs, which allow you to make an easy change from long pants to shorts and vice versa as the weather warms or cools. They should be made of a quick-dry, lightweight fabric with a comfortable waist band and lots of pockets. A long sleeved, quick-dry shirt can serve several purposes. The sleeves protect against sun and insects, as well as provide warmth if the weather cools. Top off your outfit with a hat or visor to keep the sun at bay. Include polarized sunglasses, and your eyeballs will appreciate it. Day Packs As the distance you intend to hike lengthens, the more you may need to carry with you — in com fort. A good day pack has padded shoulder straps, hip and chest belts, and a pouch to carry a bladder for water. Packs come in different lengths and sizes to fit your back (many are adjustable) and conform to all body shapes. Some include a pocket for a bladder, which is a plastic two- or three-liter pouch for water with a tube that comes out and extends within easy reach. A bite valve on the end makes water available at your fingertips whenever you want it without risking spillage.
10 Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 Continued on page 11 Quality of Life Index … adult day carehealth Coastside Adult Day Health Ctr cadhc@coastside.netHalf925650-726-5067coastsideadultdayhealth.orgMainSt.MoonBay,CA94019 Mills Peninsula Senior Focus Burlingame,1501650-696-3660sutterhealth.org/mills/services/senior-geriatricTrousdaleDr.CA94010 Rosener House Adult Day Care Menlo500650-322-0126Penvol.orgArborRd.Park,CA 94025 adultservicesprotective Aging and ServicesAdult Call 800-675-8437 to speak to a trained staff member San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office 650-363-4000 alzheimer’sreferral&education Alzheimer’s Association 2990408-372-9900alz.org/norcalN1stSt., #101 San Jose, CA 95131 Alzheimer’s Foundation Hotline 866-232-8484 assisted living board & care East West Board & Care 1749650-438-5584Maryland St. Redwood City, CA 94061 Encina Care Home Redwood354650-364-1657EncinaAve.City,CA 94061 Heritage House 650-520-9475 843 Jefferson Ct. San Mateo, CA 94401 Flying Cloud Care Home 197650-349-2943FlyingCloud Isle Foster City, CA 94404 Nobis Care Home So.505650-589-4338PalmAve.SanFrancisco, CA 94080 The Ark Redwood1320408-807-1277ValotaRd.City,CA 94061 assistedcommunitiesliving Atria Daly City Daly501650-878-5111KingDr.City,CA94015 Atria San Mateo 2883650-378-3000SNorfolk St. San Mateo, CA 94403 Brookdale Redwood City 485650-366-3900Woodside Rd. Redwood City, CA 94061 Sunrise Palo Alto 2701650-326-1108ElCamino Real Palo Alto, CA 94306 assistedcomplaintsliving Ombudsman Services of San Mateo County, Inc. Redwood711650-780-5707NevadaSt.City,CA 94061 San Mateo County Human Services 650-599-3811 2500 Middlefield Rd. Redwood City, CA 94063 assisted alzheimer’s/livingdementia/memorycare Kensington Place 2800650-363-9200ElCamino Real Redwood City, CA 94061 Love at Home Senior Care Malia HomeVeaCare Menlo3723888-842-2923loveathomeseniorcare.Director/CEOcomHavenAve.,Ste.122Park,CA94025 Meadow Gardens Menlo800650-322-4100RobleAve.Park,CA 94025 Palm Villas 1931650-369-3197Woodside Rd. Redwood City, CA 94061 Silver Oaks Memory Care Menlo16650-322-2022ColmanPl.Park,CA 94025 resourcescaregiver&support Area Agency on Aging 650-713-8610 caregivers Care Indeed 102650-627-7901careindeed.comSElCamino Real San Mateo, CA 94401
Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 11 caregiverscont’d Home Helpers 650-532-3122homehelpershomecare.com Home Instead 650-314-9660homeinstead.com Live Well at Home Burlingame,1875650-291-0009Livewellathome.comTrousdaleDr.CA94010 Love at Home Senior Care Malia HomeVeaCare Menlo3723888-842-2923loveathomeseniorcare.comDirector/CEOHavenAve.,Ste.122Park,CA94025 Synergy Home Care
1100 Laurel St., Ste. D San Carlos, CA 94070 chore services Seniors at Home San Mateo San2001650-931-1860Seniorsathome.orgWinwardWayMateo,CA94404 dental Care Smile Dental Specialists San216650-377-0159smiledentalspecialists.comDeAnzaBlvd.Mateo,CA94402 NewEnamel Keith Harband, Founder & President Keith@NewEnamel.com c: 925.286.6465 NewEnamel.com 1025 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Ste. #232 Belmont, CA 94002 dinnerprogramdelivery Free meal delivery for seniors at risk 800-675-8437 assistancedisaster American Red Cross 1710650-259-1750Trousdale Dr. Burlingame, CA 94010 elder advocacy Ombudsman Services of San Mateo County, Inc. 650-780-5707 711 Nevada St. Redwood City, CA 94061 San Mateo County Human Services 650-599-3811 2500 Middlefield Rd. Redwood City, CA 94063 family supportcaregiverservices Area Agency on Aging 650-713-8610 friendly visitors Visiting Angels Burlingame,1126650-344-2178visitingangels.comBroadway,#7CA04010 guide dogs/ service animals Service Dog Tutor 650-593-9622servicedogtutor.com servicedogtutor@gmail.com health & suppliesmedical Bay City SuppliesMedical Burlingame,1465-A650-347-6606baycitymedicalsupplies.comChapinAve.CA94010 Bay City SuppliesMedical Redwood1040650-367-6900baycitymedicalsupplies.comBrewsterAve.City,CA94062 Bowman Medical Supply San285650-654-5525bowman-medical-supply-business.siteOldCountyRd.,#4Carlos,CA94070 Health By Heidi 1212650-572-7100agoodvitamin.comWHillsdaleBlvd., #G San Mateo, CA 94403 Quality of Life Index cont’d Continued on page 12
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caregiver training Center for Caregiver Training
Dr. Michael Luu Infinity Spine goinfinityspine.comCenter Belmont,950415-758-2970RalstonAve.CA94002 Dr. 650-226-8348drniss.com office@drniss.com
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12 Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 health & medical supplies cont’d Sutter Safe at Home (Personal alert systems and hospital beds) Mills-Peninsula Medical 650-696-4823,Center Option 2 hearing collectorsaids California Hearing Center 88650-342-9449calhearing.comNSanMateo Dr. San Mateo, CA 94401 Eartone Hearing Aid Center San2907650-627-6114eartonehearingaids.comSElCaminoRealMateo,CA94403 Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 1230650-999-8974Miracle-ear.comElCaminoReal, Ste. A San Bruno, CA 94066 home health care services Companion Care Services Belmont,1455650-993-2345companioncareservices.netElCaminoRealCA94002 FirstLight Home Care of the Peninsula Jim Carteris, Owner/GM firstlighthomecare.com 124650-534-9907ElCamino Real San Carlos, CA 94070 Health Professionals, Inc. Daly7216650-997-3200healthproinc.netMissionSt.City,CA94014 Love at Home Senior Care Malia HomeVeaCare Menlo3723888-842-2923loveathomeseniorcare.Director/CEOcomHavenAve.,Ste.122Park,CA94025 congregatehome-delivered/meallocations (See Congregate Meals under Planning Index) supportivein-homeservices San Mateo County In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) 800-675-8437 transportationmedical AssistedTransportationMedical San17650-350-1037VistaAve.Mateo,CA 94403 SerraTransportationMedical Burlingame,1299650-340-9999Serramedicaltransportation.comOldBayshoreHwy.CA94010 membershipservices Foster City Village Foster1000650-378-8541fostercityvillage.clubexpress.comE.HillsdaleBlvd.City,CA94404 mental health Caminar for Mental Health 2600650-372-4080caminar.orgSElCamino Real, Ste. 200 San Mateo, CA 94403 nursingcompaints/homelitigation (See Assisted Complaints)Living nursing homes Brookside Skilled Nursing San2620650-349-2161brooksidenursing.comFloresSt.Mateo,CA94403 Carlmont Gardens Belmont,2140650-591-9601carlmontgardens.comCarlmontDr.CA94002 Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center 650-366-9503devonshireoaksnc.com 3636 Jefferson Ave. Redwood City, CA 94062 palliative care Mission Hospice & Home Care San66650-554-1000missionhospice.orgBovetRd.,Ste.100Mateo,CA94402 Sutter Care at Home San Mateo Hospice 650-685-2830sutterhealth.org Quality of Life Index cont’d Continued on page 13
Born to Age PeninsulA — sPring 2022 13 palliativecont’dcare 1700 S Amphlett Blvd., San#110Mateo, CA 94402 Vitas Healthcare 3190650-350-1835vitas.comClearview Way, #100 San Mateo, CA 94402 pharmacies Ted’s Village Pharmacy San29650-349-1373stores.healthmart.comW25thAve.Mateo,CA94403 therapistsphysical Rehab Go 650-224-6886LoriSanRehabgotherapies.comMateoCountyYu Synergy Home Care San1710650-703-6087Synergyhomecare.comSAmphlettBlvd.,#128Mateo,CA94402 placementservices Dmitri’sServicesPlacement 415-816-5183tndplacements.com Senior Care Authority Peninsula Annamarie San1040650-504-8549seniorcare-sanmateo.comBuonocoreS.ClaremontSt.Mateo,CA94402 recycled health &suppliesmedical ReCARES San63homecares.orgDorlandSt.Francisco, CA 94110 respite care (See Assisted Communities)Living Love at Home Senior Care Malia HomeVeaCare Menlo3723888-842-2923loveathomeseniorcare.comDirector/CEOHavenAve.,Ste.122Park,CA94025 shopping/errandservices My House Cleaning & Errand Services 24650-918-0354E25thAve., #2 San Mateo, CA 94401 support groups Alzheimer’s: alz.org Cancer: cancer.org or 650-508-8186 Quality of Life Index cont’d Women’sSupportCaregiver San Mateo, CA 94403 650-445-0748 reassurancetelephone EskatonReassuranceTelephoneProgram 866-375-2866eskaton.org/post/telephone-reassurance transportation & escort Services AbsoluteSolutionsSenior San4125408-610-9997abseniorsolutions.comBlackfordAve.,Ste.140Mateo,CA95117 Get Around San Mateo 2645 Alameda de las SanPulgasMateo, CA 94403 Get Up & Go TransportationSenior 800650-378-2750FosterCity Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 veteransservices San Mateo County Offices 650-802-6598has.smcgov.org visuallyservicesimpaired Vista Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired 2500650-858-0202vistacenter.orgElCaminoReal, Ste. 100 Palo Alto, CA 94306 Wheelchairs (See Transportation)Medical wound care SMC – Advanced Wound Care Center 1500650-991-6780Southgate Ave., Daly#115City, CA 94015 StanfordWoundAdvancedCareCenter Redwood450650-721-8800BroadwayCity, CA 94063
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Final Wishes Index … body & organ donation Brain Support Network, Inc. MenloP.O.650-814-0848Box7264Park,CA 94026 California Transplant Donor Network 1611 Telegraph Ave., Ste. 600 Oakland, CA UC San Francisco Willed Body Program San Francisco, CA burial, cremation & funeral services Crippen and Flynn Woodside Chapel RedwoodBelmont:crippenandflynnchapels.com650-595-4103City:650-369-4103 Neptune Society of Northern California neptune-society.com 650-592-9880 1645 El Camino Real Belmont, CA 94002 Skylawn Memorial Park Hwy.650-227-3142skylawnmemorialpark.com92atCA-35 San Mateo, CA 94402 Sneider & Sullivan & O’Connell’s Funeral Home and Cremation Service 977650-343-1804ssofunerals.comSElCamino Real San Mateo, CA 94402 grief support groups Visit Karasutterhealth.orgGrief kara-grief.org Palo457650-321-5272KingsleyAve.Alto,CA94301 hospice/PalliativeCare Mission Hospice & Home Care missionhospice.org 66650-554-1000BovetRd., Ste. 100 San Mateo, CA 94402 Sutter Care at Home San Mateo Hospice sutterhealth.org 1700650-685-2830SAmphlett Blvd., #110 San Mateo, CA 94402 Vitas Healthcare 3190650-350-1835vitas.comClearview Way, #100 San Mateo, CA 94402 trust/probateadministration (See Attorneys in the Planning Index)
Planning Your Final Wishes By Eva Barrows
After a friend’s mother passed away, she asked me if I had a will in place. She then explained that she wasn’t asking me about the distribution of my assets but about my final wishes. She appreciated that her moth er left her a clear plan, detailing her funeral wishes and even her own obituary. Her instructions gave my friend time to grieve without worrying about what her mother would have wanted. I thought this was excellent advice. My parents are seniors, and knowing how they want to be remembered would provide peace of mind for them and me. I did some internet research on how to write your own obitu ary and record your final wishes. There are many resources on these topics. Legacy.com’s “Fu neral Planning Guide” does a comprehensive job outling the end-of-life choices, such as locat ing important documents and preplanning funeral decisions. The hardest part was telling my parents, but my mom agreed it was a good idea. I created packets for each of us containing printouts of the guide and infor mation on writing an obituary. This end-of-life planning prompted my mom to find her life insurance statement, her safe deposit box key, and copies of my parents’ will. Looking at the will, she discovered their assets had changed and their family had grown. Updating the will became a priority.Aswewent through the funer al planning checklist, we discov ered we all wanted to be cremat ed, but the way we wanted our ashes han dled varied. We entered our individ ual wishes on our planning guides. We didn’t plan every detail at once, but we did start an important conversa tion. The planning guide gave us a framework to plan ahead. End-of-life planning can be an awkward subject to bring up with loved ones, but there is a sense of relief about preparing in advance. Making your wishes known, gives you some level of control over what happens when you are gone and alleviates the burden on those grieving your loss. It’s never too early to start planning. Eva Barrows is a San Francisco Peninsula-based freelance writer and editor.
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A Los Altos History Museum Program When it comes to living out our senior years, where we live, and with whom, is important to our well-being.Thisspring, in an exhibit titled “Every Wrinkle Tells a Story: Intertwining Lives,” Los Altos History Museum featured Maud Daujean’s photographs and stories. A French photographer, videographer and storyteller, Daujean wanted to learn more about Los Altos and its people. She spent a year photograph ing and interviewing 35 elders in the community, capturing her subject’s memories and how Los Altos managed to retain its vil lageLocalfeel.figures, such as Janet and Sam Harding, Chris Nagao, Dinesh Desai and Nomi Trapnell, were among the faces on display. Their videotaped testimonies included Saturday matinees at the Los Altos Theater, harvesting apricots, and the rise of Hewl ett-Packard.“Allthesubjects in the exhi bition are 65 to 100 years old,” Museum Educator Georgianna SheaShesaid.pointed out that where we live when we age is an issue we are all going to face. “By working together now, we help not only this generation, but future gener ations to experience happier and healthier lives in places they call home.”“Stories should not be forgot ten,” Daujean said. “I hope the new generation will never forget to ask about the past. I hope they’ll ask their parents or grand parents to tell them stories of what happened when they were young.”Another program held in conjunction with this exhib it, “There’s No Place Like Home,” shared what cities are doing to become agefriendly for happy, sustainable intergenerational communities “Through urban planning, Ac cessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), and Life Plan Communities, like The Terraces in Los Altos, seniors are able to age in place,” said Shea. “These minor changes in a city or town allow older people to live in a home they’re familiar with, in a community they love.” Plan to visit its next exhibit, “Fabulous Food of the 30s and 40s,” July 14 - August 28.
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Friday, June 24, 2022 8:00 AM Check-In 8:30 AM Doors Open – 5:00 PM Crowne Plaza Hotel 1221 Chess Blvd. Foster City, CA $10.00 Seniors (55+) $25.00 General Admission Lunch & Snacks Included for attendees PRESENTATIONS INCLUDE Parkinson's Disease Therapeutics; Dr. Laurice Yang Medical Complications due to Parkinson’s; Dr. Mehrdad Ayati Technology in Aging; Ki Siadatan Parkinson's Rehabilitation; Geoff Fong Physical Therapist Parkinson's Related Dementia; Dr. Elena Sherman Call Truths & Myths about Estate Planning; Roxanne Jen Esq Principal Financial Planner; Curtis Chen, CFP (Presentations Subject to Change ) ***Make sure to see our preferred providers & exhibitors*** TICKETS: https://HAED2022.eventbrite.com 1611 Borel Place Suite 200, San Mateo CA or Call 650 373 2145/650 218 5234 PARKINSON’S & OTHER RELATED CONDITIONS EDUCATION DAY 2022
