Remote Resources for Seniors–WOW!
We promised to keep you connected, supported, and entertained even when you can’t come to Avenidas. We’re introducing new online programming and sharing resources for seniors.
Online Events
Classes and events at Avenidas are going virtual. Keep an eye on our calendar to see what’s happening. If you’re new to the Zoom platform, be sure to read the instructions or watch a video tutorial.
Short Story Podcast Discussion Group
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00 am – 12:00 pm from Jun 11 – Aug 20
Town Hall Videos
Avenidas Care Partners and the Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center are co-sponsoring a series of town hall meetings on Zoom to address the needs of older adults during the Coronavirus pandemic. For more great videos, subscribe to our YouTube channel.
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Dr. Mehrdad Ayati -- COVID-19 FAQs for Aging Populations
A town hall discussion featuring Dr. Mehrad Ayati, Director, The Geriatric Center, Los Altos, April 3, 2020
Moderated by Emily Farber, MSW, Director of Social Services, Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center
Dr. Ayati provides the latest updates on COVID-19, particularly as they pertain to the senior community. He will also be available to answer your questions.
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Coping Strategies for Self-Care During the Coronavirus Crisis
Geriatric pyschiatrist Dr. Grace Nadolny presents strategies for managing stress, anxiety, depression, dementia care giving, and difficult treatment decisions while sheltering in residence. This information will be of critical importance for elders, caregivers, our staff and area providers.
Sponsored by Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center and Avenidas Care Partners. Moderated by Emily Farber, MSW, Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center. -
How to Navigate End of Life Care Conversations during the Pandemic
Featuring Dr. Ellen Brown, Elder Care Consultant, Former Medical Director of Pathways Hospice Home Care.
Dr. Ayati will also be available for questions.
Moderated by Emily Farber, MSW, Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center
It’s never easy to have “What do I do when…” conversations, but it’s important that every person has their wishes for end-of-life care understood and respected. We’ll talk about ways to get the conversation started and how to keep the focus on values especially during a pandemic when anxieties are already high, as well as how to manage the emotional challenges that may surface. This information is important for elders, caregivers, our staff and area providers. -
Covid-19 Challenge at Skilled Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities
Avenidas presents the 4th Town Hall Zoom Meeting: “Covid-19 Challenge at Skilled Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities”
Featuring a special greeting from Joe Simitian, President, Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.
Presented by Dr. Mehrdad Ayati, Director, Geriatric Care Center and Dr. Marina Martin, Section Chief, Stanford Geriatric Medicine.
Drs. Ayati and Martin were quoted in the April 16th, 2020 San Jose Mercury News article “How Covid-19 Exploded From the Chaos Within Nursing Homes.”
Event moderated by Emily Farber, MSW, Director Social Services, Rose Kleiner Adult Day Health Center.
Conditions in some of our care facilities are resulting in a potential bottleneck of hospitalized seniors who no longer need hospital care and require a safe discharge plan as well as causing significant stress for family caregivers who are not allowed to visit their loved ones. -
Preparations for Post COVID-19 and the Possibility of a Second Wave
Avenidas presents the 5th Town Hall Zoom Meeting: “Preparations for Post COVID-19 and the Possibility of a Second Wave”
Presented by Dr. Mehrdad Ayati, Director, Geriatric Care Center.
Event moderated by Emily Farber, MSW, Director Social Services, Rose Kleiner Adult Day Health Center.
Join Dr. Ayati for a complex discussion on risk assessment, COVID-19, and likely outcomes if we end sheltering in place too quickly.
Resource List
We will continue to add to this list of resources as we gather more information, so please check back frequently.
Loan Closet
Closed, but you can contact Bay City Medical Supplies: they have medical supplies and they do rent equipment.
You can also purchase canes, walkers, commodes, etc. from Walgreen’s, CVS, or Amazon.
Handyman Services
Closed, but the following alternatives are available:
- Home Safety Services
(888) 388-3811 - TaskRabbit
Door to Door
Closed, but you can call Go Go Grandparent at (855) 464-6872 for affordable rides or use Lyft.
See Lyft’s Coronavirus page to find out what they are doing to keep drivers and passengers safe.
