Independence at Home

05/29/2026

Medicare Fraud Prevention Week starts June 1–5. Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse can impact your care, your time, and your peace of mind. Knowing what to look for can help protect you and your benefits.

This national awareness week is hosted by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)—a program dedicated to helping people prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud.

🚩Watch for red flags:
- Charges for services you didn’t receive
- Bills that don’t match your care
- Unnecessary tests or supplies
- Requests for your Medicare number from unfamiliar sources

Learn more: https://bit.ly/49hKVTX

05/27/2026

Older Americans Month may be ending, but aging well is something we can work on all year long.

What we do every day—how we move, eat, connect, and plan—plays a big role in how we feel as we get older. The Texas Health & Human Services Age Well, Live Well campaign shares helpful tips to support your health and plan ahead throughout the year: https://bit.ly/4dCl9LE

A few simple ways to start:
Stay connected with family, friends, and your care team
Keep important health information in one place
Prepare questions for your next doctor’s visit
Know where to go for help when you need it

Want more simple tips like these?
📬 Subscribe to our monthly IAH newsletter for expert guidance and resources:
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05/27/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by everything happening in the world? You’re not alone.

With the constant stream of news—natural disasters, global conflict, and other stressful events—it’s normal to feel worried, sad, or even angry, even if it’s not happening directly to you. These feelings can build up over time.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, here’s a simple reminder: taking care of your mind is part of staying healthy.

You deserve support. We’re here when you need it. Our Insights therapists are here to help older adults and caregivers manage anxiety, grief, and daily stress with care and understanding. We offer virtual individual therapy free of charge to older adults and their caregivers. 📞 Call our Resource Line: 1-866-421-1964.

Another great resource are free webinars hosted by Modern Health, a global provider of evidence-based mental health support. Their webinars aim to help you find ways to process grief, manage stress, and cope with strong emotions: https://bit.ly/4dI7EtL.

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.

For many in our community, this day holds deep personal meaning. We pause in gratitude and feel honored to serve a community with so many stories of service and sacrifice.

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05/22/2026

We are midway through Older Americans Month and championing your health is all about taking small, meaningful steps that support your wellbeing at any age.

Our Independence at Home Community Health Education program offers free classes for older adults and caregivers.

From movement and fall prevention to brain health, stress management, and chronic condition support, these are practical tools you can use every day to stay active, confident, and independent.

Find a class that works for you: https://bit.ly/4cVttWj

05/20/2026

Go In Ready: Your Next Medical Visit, Made Easier!
A better visit starts before you arrive. The Institute for Healthcare Improvement - IHI has a free "My Health Checklist" that helps older adults and caregivers prepare with confidence—so you can focus on what matters most.

Available in multiple languages, this simple guide helps you speak up, stay organized, and partner more effectively with doctors and your care team: https://bit.ly/4d5Gz3h

Subscribe to our monthly IAH newsletter for more expert tips: https://bit.ly/4szsT6l

05/14/2026

While at the Older Americans Month Resource Fair in Long Beach this month, we heard something over and over: “I want to stay safe and healthy at home, but I don’t know where to start.”

That’s what this year’s theme, “Champion Your Health,” really means. It’s not about doing everything on your own. It’s about knowing where to go for help and having the right team around you.

We were proud to sponsor this event through the Long Beach Aging Services Collaborative and stand alongside partners—and local leaders like Long Beach Mayor who are working to better support older adults in our community.

At Independence at Home, we help make that next step clearer. We connect older adults, caregivers, and providers to the right support—through programs like the Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) and trainings like Trading Ages™, which help make care easier to understand and follow. Championing your health should not feel confusing. It should feel supported.

Learn more at independenceathome.org

05/13/2026

Champion Your Health this Older Americans Month!

Our Community Health Education team’s Health Educator, Jenny Alcalá, recently led a chair exercise class with the City of Norwalk, California - City Hall.

Staying active is an important part of healthy aging, and it’s never too late to start! Not sure where to begin? Call our Resource Line at 866‑421‑1964 to find exercise classes near you.

05/08/2026

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we want to celebrate you!

Whether you’re a mom, grandmother, or caregiver, we hope this Mother’s Day includes moments of appreciation and relaxation.

Treat yourself to a wellness break with this easy to follow 10-minute guided meditation to melt away tension: https://bit.ly/4thLYu4

Want more? Check out our free Independence at Home Community education classes: https://bit.ly/4cVttWj

05/07/2026

Glad to be part of your success, Meals on Wheels of Long Beach!
Happy Older Americans Month.

Thank you to Independence at Home, Long Beach Parks, Recreation & Marine, Long Beach Aging Services Collaborative, and The Heart of Ida for making the Older Americans Month Resource Fair possible!

We truly appreciated the opportunity to be invited as a resource for the community and to connect older adults with valuable information and support services tailored to their needs, including housing assistance, renter and utility resources, and more.

We also appreciated everyone who stopped by to learn more and connect with local organizations. It was wonderful to see the community come together in support of older adults. We especially appreciate the measures that Mayor Rex Richardson has implemented to help ensure our community is being cared for and supported.

Thank you again to everyone who helped make this event such a meaningful gathering!

05/07/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and staying connected supports mental well‑being—especially as we age. When routines change or getting out becomes harder, small tech tips can help people stay in touch, feel supported, and reduce isolation.

A few simple ways to make connection easier:
📱 Put one trusted person a tap away.
Save a close family member or friend as a favorite or emergency contact so reaching out for help—or just checking in—is quick and stress‑free.

🔤 Adjust your phone so it’s easier to see and hear.
Increase text size, turn up the volume, use speakerphone, or turn on captions to reduce eye strain and missed information.

📸 Make messages feel more personal.
Add a photo, emoji, or short voice message to texts—small touches can make digital conversations feel warmer and more human. 😁🥰😎

🔒 Slow down and protect yourself.
Don’t click unexpected links, never share passwords or gift card numbers, and double‑check urgent requests by contacting someone you trust.

At Independence at Home, our Insights mental health team and Technology Education & Coaching (TEC) team work together to support emotional well‑being and build confidence with everyday technology.

📞 Call IAH’s Resource Line at 866‑421‑1964 to learn more.