Stories From Oxnard Family Circle
At Oxnard Family Circle, our goal is to treat our participants like we would our own family: with compassion and respect, and humor when we are able to. We have many participants who have been attending our program for a substantial amount of time, and our employees are quick to bond with the people they […]
Medication Monitoring and Safety Tips for the Elderly
Sonia is seventy-three years old and lives at home alone. She has trouble sleeping and takes a prescription sedative in the evenings to help battle her restlessness. Sonia tries to live an active lifestyle and enjoys being outdoors and gardening, but her allergies have gotten in the way of her activities. She was prescribed an […]
What is Failure To Thrive?
Failure to Thrive is a concept that is often mentioned in senior care, but many people don’t realize what it is or how to identify and prevent it. As your loved one ages, you may notice a change in their eating habits, a significant amount of weight loss or symptoms of depression. These often fall […]
Keeping Your Loved One Active
As you watch your loved one age, you may notice him or her slowing down a bit – they may be more likely to spend time sitting down, or complain of aching muscles and bones. When we get older, our bodies become more susceptible to deteriorating; this is simply part of life. The motivation to […]
Loneliness in Seniors: A Critical Issue
Think of the last time you saw one of your best friends and how it made you feel. Had it been a while since the two of you had a chance to catch up? It’s possible that you were anxious to see them because you had exciting news, or maybe you were grateful for a […]
What Is An Adult Day Program (ADP)?
What is an Adult Day Program (ADP)? An Adult Day Program (ADP) is a facility licensed by the California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing Division (DSS-CCLD) to provide non-medical care to elderly persons and other adults with physical and/or cognitive impairments who require personal care services, protective supervision or assistance in activities of […]
Oxnard Family Circle’s 10 Year Anniversary
In July of 2002, Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center officially opened its doors to the public. Our company’s goal has always been to create a place for seniors to receive quality care during the day while their caregivers are away.
MOTOmed Provides Safe and Healthy Movement Every Day
Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Program is pleased to announce a new addition to our physical/occupational therapy department: the MOTOmed Movement Therapy System, which is of particular value for multiple sclerosis, stroke, paraplegia, tetraplegia, spasticity, Parkinson’s disease and other neurological and geriatric diseases as well as any kind of mobility impairments.
Memory Care for Dementia and Alzheimer’s Patients
If your loved one is suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, you are probably concerned about what they are experiencing and the best way to address their condition.
Listening Post Newsletter
October 5th, 2010 Oxnard Family Circle was featured in this month’s Listening Post Newsletter. Read Newsletter Here’s an excerpt:
