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Protecting the Elderly Against Scams and Fraud

Protecting the Elderly Against Scams and Fraud

by Marianne McCarthy | May 31, 2024 | Caring Together SBC blog | 0 comments

As our loved ones age, their vulnerability to scams and fraud increases. Whether through phone calls, emails, or even in-person interactions, scammers often target the elderly due to perceived vulnerabilities. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, an...
Understanding and Addressing Caregiver Stress

Understanding and Addressing Caregiver Stress

by Marianne McCarthy | Apr 29, 2024 | Caring Together SBC blog | 0 comments

May is not just about blooming flowers and warmer weather; it’s also Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to shed light on various aspects of mental well-being. One often overlooked aspect is caregiver stress, which affects millions worldwide. Caregivers, whether...
Caregivers Needed: Be The Best Caregiver You Can Be

Caregivers Needed: Be The Best Caregiver You Can Be

by Marianne McCarthy | Apr 2, 2024 | Caring Together SBC blog | 0 comments

Whether you are interested in learning how to provide the best care for your loved one or building a rewarding career, caregiver training can help you on that path. Caregiver training ensures that caregivers have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide...
Taking care of (tax) business….

Taking care of (tax) business….

by Marianne McCarthy | Mar 4, 2024 | Caring Together SBC blog | 2 comments

By Hilda Zacarias, CPA, MPA  Executive Director, Community Partners in Caring  It’s already March! Some of us already completed our taxes and some are wondering “where do I go?” As we age, it is not clear if we must prepare a tax return. Because everyone’s situation...
Embracing a Fresh Start: New Year’s Intentions for Family Caregivers

Embracing a Fresh Start: New Year’s Intentions for Family Caregivers

by Marianne McCarthy | Jan 8, 2024 | Caring Together SBC blog | 0 comments

As the calendar turns its pages to a new year, it’s a time-honored tradition to set resolutions or intentions for the coming year. For family caregivers especially, the new year presents an opportunity to reflect on their journey and make intentional commitments to...
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Family Service Agency
  • About
    • Leadership Team
    • Board
    • FSA in the News
    • Annual Reports
    • Our History
    • SMVYFC
    • Staff Resources
    • Sliding Fee Discount Program
    • Locations
  • Programs
    • Family Support Services
      • CalFresh
      • Case Management & Referral Services
      • Dedicated Dads
      • Connected Couples, Connected Families
      • Parenting Classes
    • Holistic Defense
    • Little House by the Park
      • Guadalupe Community Changers
      • Family Support Services
    • Long-Term Care Ombudsman
      • Become a Long-Term Care Ombudsman Volunteer
      • Mission & History
      • Long-Term Care Resources
    • School Counseling Services
    • Outreach Mentors
    • Senior Services
      • Caregiver Support
      • Elder Abuse
      • PEARLS
      • Aging in Place – Senior Case Management
    • Youth & Family Behavioral Health
      • Mental Health Navigator
      • Office-Based Mental Health Counseling
      • Intensive In-Home
    • Youth Mental Health First Aid
  • Blog
  • Events
    • Event Calendar
    • Senior Expo of Santa Barbara
    • Dreams in Bloom – Spring Fundraiser
    • Pickleball Tournament
    • The Gift of Healthy Aging
    • Santa Maria Family Festival – SMVYFC’s 50th Anniversary
  • Careers
  • Support FSA
    • Stories to Lift Your Heart
    • Volunteer
    • Ways to Give
    • Leave a Legacy
      • Legacy Society
      • Contact Information
      • Donor Testimonials
      • Giving Options
      • Legacy Life Insurance
      • Bequest Language