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Providing services and programs to benefit older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers in Ventura County. A division of the @VCHumanServices Agency.

To the veterans in our community, thank you. Veterans Day reminds us not only to honor service but to continue caring for those who served. A reminder that all County offices are closed today. 🔗: hsa.venturacounty.gov/veterans

VCAAAging's tweet image. To the veterans in our community, thank you. Veterans Day reminds us not only to honor service but to continue caring for those who served.

A reminder that all County offices are closed today.

🔗: hsa.venturacounty.gov/veterans

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📌REMINDER: County offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, for Veterans Day. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12.

CountyVentura's tweet image. 📌REMINDER: County offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, for Veterans Day. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12.

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Take a look at our November newsletter to view the latest news and highlights, including how the federal government shutdown is impacting CalFresh benefits; locations across the county distributing free food; upcoming events and holiday closures; important Medicare open…


In November, GetSetUp has special series devoted to American Diabetes Month, World Alzheimer’s Month, National Family Caregivers Month, Fraud Awareness Week and Medicare Open Enrollment. Help yourself with our free partnership with GetSetUp: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/getsetup

VCAAAging's tweet image. In November, GetSetUp has special series devoted to American Diabetes Month, World Alzheimer’s Month, National Family Caregivers Month, Fraud Awareness Week and Medicare Open Enrollment. Help yourself with our free partnership with GetSetUp: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/getsetup

In November we celebrate National Family Caregivers Month! Families are the primary source of support for older adults and people with disabilities in the U.S., but it can be difficult for caregivers to balance all of their responsibilities. Learn about VCAAA programs to support…

VCAAAging's tweet image. In November we celebrate National Family Caregivers Month! Families are the primary source of support for older adults and people with disabilities in the U.S., but it can be difficult for caregivers to balance all of their responsibilities. Learn about VCAAA programs to support…

They say growing older is mandatory, but growing up is optional. Regardless of your age, we hope you have a joyful, treat-filled Halloween!

VCAAAging's tweet image. They say growing older is mandatory, but growing up is optional. Regardless of your age, we hope you have a joyful, treat-filled Halloween!

October is Crime Prevention Month. Know the signs of spotting elder abuse and learn more about what you can do to protect older adults through Adult Protective Services. 🔗: hsa.venturacounty.gov/aps

VCAAAging's tweet image. October is Crime Prevention Month. Know the signs of spotting elder abuse and learn more about what you can do to protect older adults through Adult Protective Services.

🔗: hsa.venturacounty.gov/aps

The Ventura County Ombudsman office assists with pre-placement counseling for those who may be considering long-term care for themselves or a loved one. They will address costs, levels of care, emotional and physical considerations and the types of facilities that are available.…

VCAAAging's tweet image. The Ventura County Ombudsman office assists with pre-placement counseling for those who may be considering long-term care for themselves or a loved one. They will address costs, levels of care, emotional and physical considerations and the types of facilities that are available.…

Medicare Open Enrollment is in full swing and our HICAP team is hard at work providing free counseling sessions. Don’t wait to sign up for yours! Appointment spots are filling up quickly. 🔗: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/hicap

VCAAAging's tweet image. Medicare Open Enrollment is in full swing and our HICAP team is hard at work providing free counseling sessions. Don’t wait to sign up for yours! Appointment spots are filling up quickly.

🔗: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/hicap

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Due to the federal government shutdown that began Oct. 1, the @USDA has notified California that November @calfreshfood benefits cannot be issued at this time. Here’s what that means: • If you have CalFresh funds already on your EBT card, you can keep using them for food. •…

VCHumanServices's tweet image. Due to the federal government shutdown that began Oct. 1, the @USDA has notified California that November @calfreshfood benefits cannot be issued at this time.

Here’s what that means:
• If you have CalFresh funds already on your EBT card, you can keep using them for food.
•…

Contact our Information & Assistance team to sign up for VCAAA programs that help older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers, or to get referrals to partnering agencies that can also provide support. ➡️ 805-477-7300 ➡️ [email protected] ➡️…

VCAAAging's tweet image. Contact our Information & Assistance team to sign up for VCAAA programs that help older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers, or to get referrals to partnering agencies that can also provide support.

➡️ 805-477-7300
➡️ LOIS.VCAAA@VenturaCounty.gov 
➡️…

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During #MedicareOE, start at go.medicare.gov/46QRZGj, the official source for finding the coverage that fits you best. Need personalized help? Call us at 1-800-MEDICARE or contact your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) at go.medicare.gov/43fxGjB.

MedicareGov's tweet image. During #MedicareOE, start at go.medicare.gov/46QRZGj, the official source for finding the coverage that fits you best.
Need personalized help? Call us at 1-800-MEDICARE or contact your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) at go.medicare.gov/43fxGjB.

Be ready for when the next emergency occurs. We’ve put together a handy list of agencies that provide good information about emergency preparedness for older adults and people with disabilities. And, be sure to sign up for VC Alert. 🔗: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/emergency

VCAAAging's tweet image. Be ready for when the next emergency occurs. We’ve put together a handy list of agencies that provide good information about emergency preparedness for older adults and people with disabilities. And, be sure to sign up for VC Alert.

🔗: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/emergency

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If you need help understanding Medicare changes and your healthcare insurance options, our Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) is here for you: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/our-services/m… Now through Dec. 5, HICAP counselors are hosting over 30 open enrollment one-stop events…

VCHumanServices's tweet image. If you need help understanding Medicare changes and your healthcare insurance options, our Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) is here for you: vcaaa.venturacounty.gov/our-services/m…

Now through Dec. 5, HICAP counselors are hosting over 30 open enrollment one-stop events…

Need a friendly person to talk to? The Senior Support Line, operated by the Camarillo Health Care District, provides compassionate, confidential conversation and emotional support over the telephone. Call 1-800-235-9980 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. Learn more:…

VCAAAging's tweet image. Need a friendly person to talk to? The Senior Support Line, operated by the Camarillo Health Care District, provides compassionate, confidential conversation and emotional support over the telephone. Call 1-800-235-9980 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Learn more:…

We’ve got one last Medicare Basics & Open Enrollment presentation that you can attend. It’s coming up on Tuesday at the Ventura Avenue Adult Center (550 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura) from 4-5pm.

VCAAAging's tweet image. We’ve got one last Medicare Basics & Open Enrollment presentation that you can attend. It’s coming up on Tuesday at the Ventura Avenue Adult Center (550 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura) from 4-5pm.

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In the event of an emergency, you may need to evacuate your home and head to a nearby emergency shelter. Watch this video to learn how to find an open shelter and what to expect when you arrive, including the types of comfort and care you’ll receive during your stay.


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If you live in Ventura County and have Medi-Cal (Gold Coast), you may be eligible to receive 14 personalized meals each week — delicious, nutritious and designed to support your health. You'll also receive nutritional guidance and advice from experts who care about your wellness…

VCHumanServices's tweet image. If you live in Ventura County and have Medi-Cal (Gold Coast), you may be eligible to receive 14 personalized meals each week — delicious, nutritious and designed to support your health. You'll also receive nutritional guidance and advice from experts who care about your wellness…

It’s the 25th Binational Health Week and the VCAAA will have a table at this Saturday’s Health, Wellness and Informational Resource Fair. It takes place from 8am-2pm at the Ventura College Marketplace.

VCAAAging's tweet image. It’s the 25th Binational Health Week and the VCAAA will have a table at this Saturday’s Health, Wellness and Informational Resource Fair. It takes place from 8am-2pm at the Ventura College Marketplace.

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The right health insurance plan can make all the difference. And now, it’s #MedicareOE — your once-a-year chance to take a fresh look at your coverage for the year ahead. A quick comparison could save you hundreds, even thousands, of dollars. Go now ➡️ medicare.gov/plan-compare

MedicareGov's tweet image. The right health insurance plan can make all the difference. And now, it’s #MedicareOE — your once-a-year chance to take a fresh look at your coverage for the year ahead. A quick comparison could save you hundreds, even thousands, of dollars. Go now ➡️ medicare.gov/plan-compare

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