The Veterans Picnic on the Water
What could be better than nice weather, the fresh air, good friends and a picnic right at the Channel Islands Visitor’s Center? Yesterday our Veterans took a break from all the goings on at Oxnard Family Circle in order to enjoy time with fellow comrades, the beautiful scenery on the water, as well as “some […]
Vikings Elementary’s visit with Oxnard Family Circle Veterans
We are so proud of our Veterans at Oxnard Family Circle, as with the service they have provided. A class of youngsters at Vikings Elementary was lucky enough to have the generational gap closed a little more by a visit for arts, crafts and some one-on-one time with our heroes of previous wars. The children […]
2014 “Swinging On a Star” Senior Art Show
On Thursday, May 1st, 2014 some of our participants took part in the 2014 Senior Art Show hosted by Meditech Health Services. The event, open to any senior over the age of 65, was held from 5-7 pm. This years theme was “Swinging On a Star.” The event was held in the Education Room of […]
Shared Decision Making: Veterans & ADHC
According to the Geriatrics and Extended Care page on the US Department of Veterans Affairs website shared decision making involves the veteran, the caregiver/family, their VA provider and social worker. The goal is “to get services and supports that best meet your (the veteran) long term care needs while keeping you as independent as possible.” Long […]
Resources for Dementia & Alzheimer’s Patients
A severe decline in mental ability is enough to sadden anyone especially as it occurs during old age. Dementia and Alzheimer’s invades one’s life greatly and makes tasks that were once easy much more difficult, which upsets the routines you or your loved one may be accustomed to. It is important to note that dementia […]
DAV: Veterans Information Seminar on May 3,2014
[vc_row top_margin=”none” el_position=”first”] [vc_column top_margin=”none”] [vc_column_text el_position=”first last”] Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center is excited to announce that we will be hosting the DAV Veterans Information Seminar brought to you by the DAV Oxnard Chapter #99.
New Years Resolutions: Caregiver Edition
When the clock strikes midnight on the first day of the new year, many of us decide to make a resolution or two. Much of the time, our resolutions are based on lifestyle decisions and changes that will benefit us physically, emotionally, or how we interact with others. They are promises to ourselves to become […]
Oxnard Family Circle ADHC’s Veteran’s Celebration
On Monday, November 11th 2013, Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center held our annual Veteran’s Day Celebration. We are proud to honor our veterans for their service every day at Oxnard Family Circle, but we felt that it was very important to commemorate these individuals on their special day. Our guest speakers included […]
Empowering the Caregiver Resource Fair
Empowering the Caregiver Resource Fair: On Saturday, October 26th 2013 we held our annual Empowering the Caregiver Resource Fair at Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care center. Over 100 participants and their family members joined us to gain valuable information on dementia care, home health, adult day health care, hospice care and legal matters. […]
How To Cope With Sleeplessness and Wandering for Seniors with Dementia
If your loved one has dementia, he or she may have difficulty sleeping at night. They might be prone to wandering around the house while you or your family members are asleep, and this can cause concern for many reasons. Your loved one may be putting themselves at risk for a fall or another injury […]
