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12 Advocacy and Protection 20 Profile: Marcelina Maravilla Manzo 22 Counseling Services 28 Profile: Dianne Lyle 30 Education and Social Services 41 Employment Services 42 Family Caregiver Support Services 46 Profile: Gary Tanimura 48 Financial Assistance 56 Food and Nutrition Services 62 Healthcare Services 64 Profile: Minerva Hernandez 70 Home Care Services 78 Housing Resources 84 Skilled Nursing Facilities - Monterey County 85 Residential Care Facilities - Salinas Valley 86 Residential Care Facilities - Monterey Peninsula 88 Outreach and Information 90 Profile: Margie Kay 92 Pet Care Services 94 Transportation Services 98 Veterans Services Contents The information provided herein by Monterey County is for general information purposes only. The inclusion of advertisements, articles or other information does not imply approval or support of any of the services, products or providers by the County of Monterey and Monterey County Weekly. Please note that the information displayed in the directory is subject to change. Current as of 05/01/2023. To be considered for the next directory, email MCAAA@co.monterey. ca.us. Department of Social Services-Area Agency on Aging, 730 La Guardia Street, Salinas CA is the agency responsible for public response to information contained in the directory. La informacion proporcionada en este documento por el Condado de Monterey es solo para fines de informacion general. La inclusion de anuncios, articulos u otra informacion no implica la aprobacion o respaldo de ninguno de los servicios, productos o proveedores for parte del Condado de Monterey y de la agencia semanal del Condado de Monterey. Tenga en cuenta que la informacion que muestra en el directorio esta sujeta a cambios. Actual a partir de 05/01/2023. Para ser considerado para el proximo directorio, mande un correo electronico a MCAAA@ co.monterey.ca.us. Departamento de Servicios Sociales-Agencia del Area de Envejecimiento, 730 La Guardia Street, Salinas CA es la agencia responsible de la respuesta publica a la informacion contenida en el directorio 12 Abogacia y Protección 20 Perfil: Marcelina Maravilla Manzo 22 Servicios de Consejería 28 Perfil: Dianne Lyle 30 Servicios Sociales y Educativos 41 Servicios de Empleo 42 Servicios de Apoyo Para Proveedores de Familia 46 Perfil: Gary Tanimura 48 Asistencia Financiera 56 Servicios de Alimento y Nutrición 62 Servicios de Salud 64 Perfil: Minerva Hernandez 70 Servicios de Cuidado en Casa 78 Recursos de Vivienda 84 Facilidades de Enfermería Especializada - Condado de Monterey 85 Centros de Cuidado Residencial Valle de Salinas 86 Centros de Cuidado Residencial Península de Monterey 88 Servicios de Divulgación e Información 90 Perfil: Margie Kay 92 Servicios para Mascotas 94 Servicios de Transporte 98 Servicios para Veteranos Tabla de Contenido Contents Contenido Founder & CEO Bradley Zeve Publisher Erik Cushman Project Editor Pam Marino Editor Sara Rubin Art Director/Production Manager Karen Loutzenheiser Contributing Writers Tajha Chappellet-Lanier, Dave Faries, Kyarra Harris, Celia Jiménez, Rey Mashayekhi, Agata Popeda, David Schmalz Photographer Daniel Dreifuss Graphic Designers Alexis Estrada, Lani Headley, Kevin Jewell Advertising Keith Bruecker, Diane Glim, George Kassal Business Development Director Keely Richter 8 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024 The Best of Monterey Bay® Living Well is published by Milestone Communications, Inc., a California corporation. The entire contents are copyright 2023. No portion may be reproduced. 831-394-5656. www.mcweekly. com/livingwell. Lo mejor de Monterey Bay® Living Well es publicado por Milestone Communications, Inc., una Corporación de California. Todo el contenido es Derechos de autor 2023. Ninguna parte puede ser reproducida. 831394-5656. www.mcweekly.com/livingwell. Photographs by Daniel Dreifuss at the following locations: Active Seniors Inc. (Salinas), The Carmel Foundation, Gateway Center of Monterey County, Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula, Monterey Sports Center and Oldemeyer Center (Seaside) On the Cover: Dianne Lyle, 76, teaches dance to children and teens in Pacific Grove, through the DiFranco Dance Project. Fotografías por Daniel Dreifuss en las siguientes ubicaciones: Active Seniors Inc. (Salinas), The Carmel Foundation, Gateway Center of Monterey County, Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula, Monterey Sports Center and Oldemeyer Center (Seaside) En la portada: Dianne Lyle, de 76 años, enseña baile a niños y adolescentes en Pacific Grove con la ayuda de el DiFranco Dance Project.
10 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024 Message From the Area Agency on Aging Dear Monterey County Residents, As the COVID 19 Public Health Emergency comes to an end, we are faced with new emergencies caused by atmospheric rivers, storms, and floods. These disaster events have the greatest negative impact on seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families with limited resources. The Area Agency on Aging (AAA), the State, local government, and community-based organizations need to continue to work together to help with disaster assistance activities and support services for these vulnerable communities. The AAA and Department of Social Services (DSS) staff have worked diligently to bring in more funding to help support these growing needs and have built strong working relationships with local and community-based agencies. This includes support and funding for an array of services such as home delivered and congregate meals, legal services, long-term care ombudsman, health insurance counseling, family caregiver support, home repairs, vaccination information, transportation assistance, access to technology, and temporary housing assistance. Additionally, the AAA and DSS staff work tirelessly to provide direct services that includes information and referral assistance, IHSS provider and recipient resources, Adult Protective Services investigations, social security benefits assistance, temporary housing assistance, and the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) no wrong door delivery system. It is estimated that by 2030, one in four California’s will be age sixty (60) and over, and will outnumber individuals eighteen (18) years of age and younger. Building capacity, resources, and access to critical services to meet the growing needs of seniors, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and their families will continue to be a priority for the AAA and DSS staff locally, statewide, and nationally. However, government agencies alone cannot meet the growing needs of our community. As such, I want to acknowledge the critical role of our community partners that provide much needed support services to seniors and their families. I also want to acknowledge the local AAA Advisory Council members who contribute their time to lend their voice and advocacy on behalf of seniors. Together we can help seniors and individuals with disabilities live with dignity, optimal health, independence, and well-being wherever they choose to live. I hope that you find the new edition of the Aging and Disability Resource Guide helpful. Wishing you and your family good health, and a safe, warm place to call home filled with food, family, and friends. Diana Jimenez AAA Director & DSS Aging and Adult Services Deputy Director Dear Residents of Monterey County, The Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is pleased to present its 2023 – 2024 Aging and Disability Resource Guide in collaboration with Monterey County Weekly. The Advisory Council provides input, guidance, and support to the Area Agency on Aging on matters important to seniors, people with disabilities, and family caregivers. We extend our appreciation to the staff of the AAA and the many professionals in the aging service network that provides caring support and comfort to many. We salute you. We also want to thank the first responders and the public who are risking their lives to help our seniors and disabled during the atmospheric river storms we have been experiencing lately. Your kindness and generosity to our seniors, disabled, and the public have not gone unnoticed. Times like these are when Monterey County residents pull together to help each other, and that is what makes our County a wonderful place to live, work and enjoy our beautiful scenic views. Richard Kuehn, Advisory Council Chair Monterey County wishes to thank the following members for their continued participation on and commitment to the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council: Richard Kuehn, Advisory Council Chair Aimee Cuda, Advisory Council Vice Chair Kathybelle Barlow Bobbie Blakeney Jessica McKillip JoAnne Roth Jose Vazquez
Estimados Residentes del Condado de Monterey, A medida que la emergencia de la salud publica Covid-19 llega a su fin nos enfrentamos a nuevas emergencias causadas por ríos atmosféricos, tormentas e inundaciones. Estos eventos de desastre tienen el mayor impacto negativo en las personas con discapacidades y las familias con recursos limitados. La Agencia del Area de Envejecimiento (AAA), el Estado, gobierno local, y organizaciones comunitarias deben continuar trabajando juntas para ayudar con las actividades de asistencia en casos de desastre y los servicios de apoyo para estas comunidades vulnerables. El personal de AAA y el Departamento de Servicios Sociales (DSS) ha trabajado diligentemente para obtener más fondos para ayudar e apoyar estas crecientes necesidades y ha construido fuertes relaciones de trabajo con las agencias ubicadas en la comunidad. Esto incluye apoyo y fondos para una variedad de servicios como comidas a domicilio y comidas congregadas, servicios legales, intermediario de cuidado a largo plazo, consejería de seguros médicos, apoyo a los cuidadores familiares, reparaciones del hogar, información sobre la vacunación, asistencia de transporte, acceso a la tecnología y asistencia de vivienda temporal. Además, el personal del AAA y el DSS ofrecen una serie de servicios de apoyo que incluye la información y asistencia en la referencia, recursos para los proveedores y receptores del programa IHSS, investigaciones del servicio de protección a los adultos, guía en los beneficios del Seguro Social y asistencia en la vivienda y la conexión de recursos para el envejecimiento y la discapacidad (ADRC) y sistema de ninguna puerta incorrecta para obtener servicios. Se estima que para 2030, uno de cada cuatro californianos tendrá sesenta (60) años o más, y superará en número a las personas de dieciocho (18) años de edad o menos. El desarrollo de capacidades, recursos y acceso a servicios críticos para satisfacer las crecientes necesidades de las personas mayores, las personas con discapacidades, los cuidadores y sus familias continuará siendo una prioridad para el personal de AAA y DSS a nivel local, estatal y nacional. Sin embargo, las agencias gubernamentales por sí solas no pueden satisfacer las crecientes necesidades de nuestra comunidad. Como tal, quiero reconocer el papel crítico de nuestras agencias comunitarias que brindan servicios de apoyo muy necesarios a las personas mayores y sus familias. También quiero reconocer a los miembros locales del Consejo Asesor de AAA que contribuyen con su tiempo para prestar su voz y defensa en nombre de las personas mayores. Juntos podemos ayudar a las personas mayores y a las personas con discapacidades a vivir con dignidad, salud óptima, independencia y bienestar dondequiera que elijan vivir. Espero que la nueva edición de la Guía de Recursos Para la Tercera Edad/Vejez y la Discapacidad le sea útil. Deseándole buena salud a usted y a su familia, así como un lugar seguro que puedan llamar hogar y esté lleno de comida, familia y amigos. Diana Jimenez Directora de AAA y Departamento de Servicios Sociales Estimados Residentes del Condado de Monterey, El Consejo Asesor de la Agencia del Área de Envejecimiento se complace en presentar su Guía de Recursos para el Envejecimiento y la Discapacidad 2023 - 2024 en colaboración con Monterey County Weekly. El Consejo Asesor proporciona información, orientación y apoyo a la Agencia del Área del el Envejecimiento sobre asuntos importantes para las personas mayores, las personas con discapacidades y los cuidadores familiares. Extendemos nuestro agradecimiento al personal de la AAA y a los muchos profesionales en la red de servicios para personas mayores que brindan apoyo y comodidad a muchos. Te saludamos. También queremos agradecer a los respondedores de emergencia y al público que están arriesgando sus vidas para ayudar a nuestros ancianos y discapacitados durante las tormentas atmosféricas que hemos estado experimentando últimamente. Su amabilidad y generosidad con nuestros ancianos, discapacitados y el público no han pasado desapercibidos. Momentos como estos son cuando los residentes del Condado de Monterey se unen para ayudarse mutuamente, y eso es lo que hace de nuestro Condado un lugar maravilloso para vivir, trabajar y disfrutar de nuestras hermosas vistas panorámicas. Richard Kuehn, Presidente Mensaje de la Agencia Del Área de la Edad Avanzada www.montereycountyweekly.com/livingwell 11 El Condado de Monterey desea agradecer a los siguientes miembros por su continua participación y compromiso con el Concilio Consultivo de la Agencia del Área de Envejecimiento: Richard Kuehn, Presidente del comité consultivo Aimee Cuda, Co-presidente del comité consultivo Kathybelle Barlow Bobbie Blakeney Jessica McKillip JoAnne Roth Jose Vazquez
12 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024 Adult Protective Services (Department Of Social Services) Servicios De Protección Para Adultos (Departamento De Servicios Sociales) • Any person who suspects that an elder (60 years or older) or dependent adult (1859 years old with a disability that requires the assistance from another person for activities of daily living) is being abused, neglected, exploited or abandoned may file a report 24 hours a day. After hours call 831-770-7541 and request to speak with an on-call APS social worker. Reports may remain anonymous. • Cualquier persona que sospeche que una persona de la tercera edad (60 años o mayor) o persona dependiente (18-59 años, con discapacidad que requiere la asistencia de otra persona con actividades de la vida diaria) es abusada, descuidada, explotada o abandonada puede hacer un reporte 24 horas al día. Después de horas de trabajo, por favor de llamar al 831-770-7541 y pedir que lo transfieran con el trabajador social con servicio de protección para adultos. Los reportes pueden permanecer anónimos. http://mcdss.co.monterey.ca.us/aging 831-755-4466 831-883-7565 Alliance On Aging Alianza Sobre el Envejecimiento • Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) • Ombudsman for Long Term Care-Agency that investigates complains on behalf of residents in long term care facilities • Senior Tax Assistance Program • Benefits Checkup • M-F 9-5pm Closed 12-1pm • Programa de Abogacía de seguro de salud (HICAP) • Defensor del pueblo para cuidado a largo plazo-Agencia que investiga quejas en nombre de los residentes en centros de atención a largo plazo • Programa de asistencia de impuestos para personas mayores • Promoción de servicios • Chequeo de beneficios • L-V 9-5pm Cerrado 12-1pm www.allianceonaging.org 831-655-1334 Monterey 831-758-4011 Salinas California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA) Asistencia Legal Rural De California (CRLA) • Free legal assistance for low-income, rural Californians under the age of 60 years Advocacy and Protection Abogacía y Protección dAnIeL dReIFuSS
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14 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024 • Variety of community education and outreach services • M-F 9-5pm • Asistencia legal gratuita para personas de bajos recursos, Californianos Rurales menores de 60 años • Variedad de educación comunitaria y servicios de extensión • L-V 9-5pm www.crla.org 831-757-5221 Salinas 831-724-2253 Watsonville 1-800-337-0690 Catholic Charities Caridades Católicas • Immigration and Citizenship assistance • Application assistance for CalFresh and Medi-Cal • Nutrition Education Program • Rental assistance during the months of October-February • Assistance for FERA program PG&E discount • Appointments only • Offices located in Greenfield, Hollister, Seaside, Salinas and Watsonville. • M-F 9-5pm • Asistencia de inmigración y ciudadanía • Asistencia con aplicación de Calfresh y Medical. • Programas de educación de nutrición • Asistencia de alquiler durante los meses de Octubre-Febrero • Asistencia para el programa FERA Descuento de PG&E • Solo con citas • Oficinas ubicadas en Greenfield, Hollister, Seaside, Salinas y Watsonville • L-V 9-5pm https://catholiccharitiesdom.org 831-393-3110 Monterey Peninsula and Satellite offices South County/Peninsula de Monterey y Oficinas Satelite en el sur del condado 831-422-0602 Salinas Central Coast Center For Independent Living (CCCIL) Centro Para La Vida Independiente de la Costa Central (CCCIL) • Provides services to persons with disabilities • Information and Referral • Individual and Systems Change Advocacy Don’t let the fear of crime stop you from enjoying life but do be aware of your surroundings, even in your own home. These tips can help you prevent crime and stay safe. No dejes que el miedo al crimen te impida disfrutar la vida, se consciente de lo que te rodea, incluso en tu propia casa. Estos consejos te pueden ayudar a prevenir el crimen y mantenerte seguro. In your home: En casa: • Make sure locks, doors and windows are strong and secure. Keep them locked when you are at home and away. • Don’t open your door before you know who’s there. Ask strangers for proof of identity. • Don’t be afraid to hang up on telephone salespeople. You’re not being impolite, you’re being cautious. Don’t give personal information over the phone. • Be careful when buying things online. Make sure the website you are ordering from has a secure server. • Don’t keep large amounts of money at home. • Consider using a home alarm system. • Asegúrese de que las cerraduras, puertas y ventanas sean fuertes y seguras. Manténgase seguras cuando esté en casa o afuera. • No habrá la puerta antes de saber quién se encuentra. Pida prueba de identidad. • No tema colgar el teléfono a personas de ventas telefónicas, no estás siendo grosero sino precavido. No des información personal por teléfono. • Tenga cuidado al comprar por medio del internet. Asegura que la página electrónica del cual ordena, tenga un servidor seguro. • No guarde cantidades grandes de dinero en casa. • Considere usar un sistema de alarma en casa In your neighborhood: En el vecindario: • Get to know your neighbors and join a neighborhood watch program. • Stay away from unsafe places like dark walkways, parks and alleys. • Keep your car doors locked at all times. • Carry your purse close to your body with the strap over your shoulder and across your chest. • Conozca a sus vecinos y reúnase a un programa de vigilancia del vecindario. • Manténgase a distancia de caminos obscuros, parques, y callejones. • Mantenga las puertas de su vehículo cerradas a todo tiempos. • Mantenga su bolsa cerca a su cuerpo con la correa sobre su hombro y pecho Emergency Response Systems Sistema de Respuesta de Emergencia These personal response systems allow a person with the touch of a button to call for help. The response system call centers operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. These systems can give you and a loved one peace of mind. Los sistemas de respuesta personal te permiten que con el toque de un botón puedas pedir ayuda. Los centros de llamadas de sistema de respuesta funcionan 24/7. Estos sistemas te dan tranquilidad a ti y a tus seres queridos. Preventing Crime at Home Prevención del Crimen en el Hogar Advocacy and Protection Abogacía y Protección
La Agencia del Área sobre el Envejecimiento (AAA) y su Consejo Asesor se esfuerzan por proporcionar liderazgo y orientación en el desarrollo de sistemas de atención basados en la comunidad con agencias en todo el condado de Monterey. Esta red de agencias brinda servicios que apoyan y protegen la calidad de vida y la independencia de los adultos mayores y las personas con discapacidades funcionales. ¿Está interesado en proteger la calidad de vida de los adultos mayores y las personas con discapacidades funcionales? Considere servir en el Consejo Asesor de AAA. Llámenos o envíenos un correo electrónico hoy! Para obtener una copia de nuestro folleto que ofrece información sobre nuestra red de proveedores y servicios, escanee el código QR a continuación o visite nuestro sitio web en www.co.monterey.ca.us/AAA. Consejo Asesor de la Agencia del Área sobre el Envejecimiento Condado de Monterey ¡Te necesitamos! (800) 510-2020 www.co.monterey.ca.us/AAA mcaaa@co.monterey.ca.us
• Benefits Assistance • Housing Assistance • Personal Assistance Services • Independent living skills Training • Assistive technology • Benefits Counseling • Outreach and Education • M-F 8:30-4:30pm • Presta servicios a personas con discapacidad • Información y referencias • Defensa del cambio individual y de sistemas • Asistencia de beneficios • Asistencia de vivienda • Servicios de asistencia personal • Capacitación en habilidades para la vida independiente • Tecnología de asistencia • Consejería de Beneficios • Divulgación y educación • L-V 8:30-4:30pm www.cccil.org 831-757-2968 831-757-3949 For hearing impaired only/ Solo para personas con discapacidad auditive Legal Services For Seniors Servicios Legales Para Personas De La Tercera Edad • No cost legal representation for Monterey County seniors 60+ years of age. • M-Th 9-4:30pm, F 9-4pm • Representacion legal sin costo para residentes del Condado de Monterey mayores de 60 años. • L-J 9-4:30pm, V 9-4pm www.legalservicesforseniors.org 831-899-0492 Ryan Ranch Office/ Oficina de Ryan Ranch Military & Veterans Affairs Office (County Office) Oficina De Asuntos Militares Y Veteranos (Oficina Del Condado) • Provides a range of services on behalf of Veterans and their dependents including assistance with filing benefits claims • M-F 8-5pm (Closed 12:00-1:00pm) • Proporciona una gama de servicios en nombre de Veteranos y sus dependientes, incluyendo asistencia con preparación de reclamos de beneficios • L-V 8-5pm cerrado 12-1pm www.mvao.org 831-647-7613 Monterey County Bar Association Asociación De Abogados Del Condado De Monterey • Lawyer Referral Service, $50 consultation fee • M 9-12pm; 2-7pm • W,Th 9-12pm; 4-7pm - closed T and F • Servicio de referencia de abogados. Tarifa de consulta de $50. • L 9-12pm; 2-7pm • Mie/J 9-12pm Y 4-7pm - Cerrado Ma y V www.montereycountybar.org 831-582-5400 16 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024 Advocacy and Protection Abogacía y Protección Information and Referrals Información y Referencias 2-1-1 United Way Monterey County 2-1-1 United Way Del Condado De Monterey Information line for referral to community services for all age groups Línea de información y referencia a servicios comunitarios para todas las edades 1-877-211-3233 www.211mc.org Department of Social Services-Information, Referral and Assistance (IRA) unit Departamento de Servicios Sociales-Unidad de Información, Referencia y Asistencia (IRA) Information, assistance and referral to aging and disability service organizations Información, Asistencia y Referencia a organizaciones de servicio para personas de la tercera edad y discapacitadas 831-755-4466 Central Coast Center for Independent Living (CCCIL) Centro Para la Vida Independiente de la Costa Central (CCCIL) Provides services to persons with disabilities Information and Referral M-F 8:30-4:30pm Presta servicios a personas con discapacidad Información y referencias L-V 8:30-4:30pm www.cccil.org 831-757-2968 831-757-3949 For hearing impaired only / Solo para personas con discapacidad auditiva *Both IRA and CCCIL are Core Partners of the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) * Tanto IRA como CCCIL son socios principales de Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC)
For a copy of our brochure that offers information on our network of providers and services, scan the QR code below or visit our website at www.co.monterey.ca.us/AAA. The Area Agency on Aging (AAA) and its Advisory Council strive to provide leadership and guidance in developing community-based systems of care with agencies throughout Monterey County. This network of agencies deliver services that support and protect the quality of life and independence of older adults and persons with functional impairments. Are you interested in protecting the quality of life of older adults and persons with functional impairments? Consider serving on the AAA Advisory Council! Call or email us today! Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council Monterey County We Need You! (800) 510-2020 www.co.monterey.ca.us/AAA mcaaa@co.monterey.ca.us
Monterey College of Law Colegio de Leyes de Monterey • Legal Clinics for Immigration, Guardianship, Small Claims, Unlawful Detainer, restraining orders, and family law • M-Th 4-6pm • F 2-5pm • Clínicas legales para inmigración, tutela, reclamos menores, retención ilegal, órdenes de restricción y derecho de familia • L-J 4-6pm • V 2-5pm www.montereylaw.edu/clinics 831-582-3600 Partners For Transitions, LLC Socios Para Transiciones, LLC • Provides preparation and partnership for aging, illness, end of life, and simple strategies for challenging times • M-F 9-5pm • Services in English only • Proporciona preparación y asociación para el envejecimiento, la enfermedad, el final de la vida, y estrategias simples para tiempos difíciles • L-V 9-5pm • Servicios solo en inglés www.partnersfortransitions.com 831-235-4988 206-920-3871 Public Guardian Guardián Publico • County agency managing: Decedent Estates; Probate Conservatorships; Mental Health Conservatorships; Public Representative Payee. • In person appointment • M-F 8-5pm • Bilingual Services • Agencia del condado que maneja: sucesiones de difunto, tutelas testamentarias, tutelas de Salud Mental y representante pública/o beneficiaria. • L-V 8-5pm • Cita presencial • Servicios Bilingues www.mtyhd.org 831-883-7585 Advocacy and Protection Abogacía y Protección Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) Poder Notarial Duradera (DPOA) This written document authorizes an agent to handle certain types of transactions. General powers of attorney are broad and allow many types of transactions. Limited powers of attorney are for a specific task. A “durable” power of attorney remains valid even after the person no longer has legal capacity to handle transactions. Este documento escrito autoriza a un agente a manejar ciertos tipos de transacciones. Un poder notarial general es amplio y permite muchos tipos de transacciones. El poder notarial limitado es más específico. El poder notarial duradero sigue siendo válido incluso después de que la persona ya no tiene capacidad legal para manejar las transacciones. Medical Power of Attorney (Advance Health Care Directive) Poder Notarial Médico (Directiva Anticipada para Cuidado de Salud) This legal document lets you appoint someone (usually called a healthcare agent or proxy) to make decisions about your medical care. An advance directive for health care can be written so as to accept or refuse life-sustaining treatment and under what circumstances. You can create an advance directive at any time and change it whenever you wish. Este documento legal te permite nombrar a alguien (generalmente llamado un agente de cuidado de salud o representante) para tomar decisiones sobre tu cuidado médico. Una directiva anticipada para cuidado de salud puede escribirse a fin de aceptar o rechazar el tratamiento vital y bajo qué circunstancias. Usted puede crear una directiva anticipada en cualquier momento y cambiarla cuando lo desee. Conservatorship Tutelas To qualify for a conservatorship, a person must be impaired in such a way that they are unable to manage financial resources or meet essential physical health or safety requirements. A petition must be filed with the court when a conservatorship is necessary. Para obtener un conservador, la persona debe ser incapaz de administrar recursos financieros o cumplir con los requisitos esenciales de salud física y seguridad. La petición deberá ser presentada en la corte cuando un tutor es necesario. Advance Directives Powers of Attorney Directivas Anticipadas Poder Notarial 18 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024
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Several years ago, at the age of 75, Marcelina Maravilla Manzo took up a new hobby that others her age might not consider: She began running to improve her physical and mental health.At first, her muscles would hurt the following day but she kept at it, and now at age 80, the going is easy.“I don’t get tired when I’m running,” she says. “I was stressed, and my blood pressure got high,” Maravilla Manzo says of why she was inspired to take up running.“Since I started running I have improved a lot.” She recommends people her age get active: “It helps you a lot and you don’t feel bad.” Manzo is a single mom who immigrated in 1983 to the U.S. from Michoacan, Mexico seeking better opportunities for her and her sons, Ricardo and Gonzalo. She earned little money in Mexico picking tomatoes and cucumbers. It wasn’t enough to support the family. She moved to Monterey County because part of her family had settled in the area. She got work picking strawberries, and retired at age 67. She now lives in Salinas. “At the beginning, I didn’t run,” Maravilla Manzo says with a laugh.“I only worked and worked.” The pandemic was a game-changer for her. Being at home during shelter-in-place took a toll on her, physically and emotionally.Walking and running became her escape. Her son Ricardo joined her. Maravilla Manzo got to participating in local 5Ks (3.1 miles) and, in November 2022, she ran the Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K; she placed first in the 80-84 age category. It was her sixth time winning first place in her age group in similar events, like turkey trots and Fourth of July runs. Yet back when she started running, winning races wasn’t on her mind. She just wanted to participate. She remembers her son Ricardo asking her several times if she was sure she wanted to sign up before her first race. She assured him she wanted to.Then realizing there were separate age categories for first, second and third places, Ricardo told her she might win.“I wish, I wish I win,” she remembers saying. And she did. Maravilla Manzo was ecstatic. Her son still helps her train, running along with her on coastal trails and at parks. She remembers the time she and her son outran a couple of young men.“We are so young and you outrun us,” they said.They told her that she encouraged them to keep running themselves. Going the Distance At 80, runner Marcelina Maravilla Manzo shows age need not be an obstacle to being active. By Celia Jiménez DANIEL DREIFUSS U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Servicios De Inmigración y Ciudadanía • Citizenship, immigration of family members, US employment, and green cards. • Humanitarian efforts, adoptions, civic integration, and genealogy. • Available M-F or automated 24/7 • Ciudadanía, inmigración de miembros de la familia, empleo en los Estados Unidos, y tarjetas de residencia. • Esfuerzos humanitarios, adopciones, integración cívica, y genealogía. • Disponible L-V o en línea automatizada 24/7 www.uscis.gov 1-800-375-5283 YWCA Monterey County YWCA Del Condado De Monterey • Domestic violence prevention • Emotional support services • Information and education • Advocacy • M-F 9-5pm with extended hours as needed • Crisis Line: 831-3726300/831-757-1001 • Prevención de violencia doméstica • Servicios de apoyo emocionales • Información y educación Abogaciá • L-V 9-5pm con horario extendido según sea necesario • Línea de crisis: 831-3726300/831-757-1001 www.ywca.org 831-422-8602 Salinas 20 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024 Advocacy and Protection Abogacía y Protección
Recorriendo la Distancia A los 80 años Marcelina Maravilla Manzo nos muestra que la edad no es un obstáculo para estar activo. Por Celia Jiménez Desde hace varios años, a la edad de 75, Marcelina Maravilla Manzo tomó un nuevo pasatiempo que otras personas de su edad quizás no consideren. Comenzó a correr para mejorar su salud física y mental.Al principio le dolían los músculos al día siguiente, pero lo continuo haciendoló y ahora a los 80 años es fácil.“No me canso cuando corro”, dice. “Estaba estresada y mi presión arterial subió”, dice Manzo la razón la inspiró a correr.“Desde que empecé a correr he mejorado mucho”. Ella recomienda a las personas de su edad que se mantengan activas.“Te ayuda mucho y no te sientes mal”, dice. Manzo es una madre soltera que emigró en 1983 a los Estados Unidos desde Michoacán, México en busca de mejores oportunidades para ella y sus hijos Ricardo y Gonzalo. Ganaba poco dinero en México recogiendo tomates y pepinos. No era suficiente para mantener a la familia. Se mudó al condado de Monterey porque parte de su familia se estableció en el área. Empezó a trabajar en los campos pizcando fresas. Se jubiló a los 67 años. “Al principio no corría”, dice entre risas Maravilla Manzo. “Solo trabajé y trabajé”. La pandemia le cambió el juego. Estar en casa durante la orden de quedarse en casa la afectó física y emocionalmente. Caminar y correr se convirtió en su escape. Su hijo Ricardo se unió a ella. Maravilla Manzo comenzó a participar en eventos locales de 5K (3,1 millas), y recientemente participó en Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K en noviembre de 2022. Obtuvo el primer lugar en la categoría de edad de 80 a 84 años. Era la sexta vez que ganaba el primer lugar en su grupo de edad en eventos similares como trotes de pavo y carreras del 4 de Julio. Sin embargo, cuando comenzó a correr, ganar carreras no estaba en su mente. Ella solo quería participar. Recuerda que su hijo Ricardo le preguntó varias veces si estaba segura de querer inscribirse antes de su primera carrera. Ella le aseguró que quería hacerlo. Luego, al darse cuenta de que había categorías de edad separadas para el primer, segundo y tercer lugar, Ricardo le dijo que ella podría ganar.“Ojalá, ojalá gane”, recuerda haber dicho.Y ella lo hizo. Maravilla Manzo obtuvo el primer lugar. Ella estaba extasiada. Su hijo la entrena, corriendo por senderos costeros y en parques. Recuerda la vez que ella y su hijo superaron a un par de jóvenes y le dijeron que los animaba a seguir corriendo.“Somos tan jóvenes y nos supera”, recuerda que le dijeron. Voted Monterey County’s Best Antique Shop OVER 140 DEALERS 21,000 SQUARE FEET The Largest Antiques and Collectibles Mall on the Central Coast 471 WAVE STREET MONTEREY M (831) 655-0264 P www.canneryrowantiquemall.com ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES “ANTIQUE MALL OF THE YEAR” Professional Antique Mall Magazine ’23 CR-Antique_1-2v_SG23_gk.indd 1 4/27/23 3:45 PM www.montereycountyweekly.com/livingwell 21
22 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024 Alliance On Aging Alianza Sobre El Envejecimiento • Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) • Ombudsman for Long Term Care • Senior Peer Counseling Program • Senior Tax Assistance Program • M-F 9-5pm closed 12-1pm • Programa de Consejería y Abogacía de Seguros de Salud (HICAP) • Defensor del pueblo para cuidado a largo plazo • Programa de consejería para personas de la tercera edad • Programa de asistencia de impuestos para personas mayores • L-V 9-5pm , cerrado de 12-1pm www.allianceonaging.org 831-655-1334 Monterey 831-758-4011 Salinas Alzheimer’s Association Of Monterey County Asociación De Alzheimer Del Condado De Monterey • Care Consultation, Support Groups, and educational services for people with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia and their families • M-F 8-4:30pm • Consulta de Atención, Grupos de Apoyo y servicios educativos para personas con enfermedad de Alzheimer o demencia y sus familias • L-V 8-4:30pm www.alz.org/norcal 831-647-9890 1-800-272-3900 24/7 Friendly Voices Voces Amables • Weekly phone conversations with isolated, homebound seniors age 60+ by compassionate volunteers • To sign up for a phone buddy, go to www. Friendlyvoices.org • Conversaciones telefonicas semanales con personas mayores aisladas y confinadas en casa de 60+ años por voluntarios compasivos • Para inscribirese visite el citio web www. friendlyvoices.org 650-395-8017 American Cancer Society Sociedad Americana Del Cáncer • Emotional support services • Information and education services • M-F 24/7 • Servicios de apoyo emocionales • Información y servicios educacionales • L-V 24/7 www.cancer.org 1-800-227-2345 National/Nacional Blind and Visually Impaired Center Centro Para Personas Ciegas Y Con Discapacidades Visuales • Resources, training, and adaptive devices • Fitness and support groups • M-F 8:30-1:30pm and by appointment • Recursos, entrenamiento,dispositivos adaptables • Grupos de actividad fisica y apoyo • L-V 8:30-1:30pm y con cita www.blindandlowvision.org 831-649-3505 Catholic Charities Caridades Católicas • Immigration and Citizenship assistance • Application assistance for CalFresh and Medi-Cal • Nutrition Education Program • Rental assistance during the months of October-February • Assistance for FERA program PG&E discount • Appointments only • Offices located in Greenfield, Hollister, Seaside, Salinas and Watsonville. • M-F 9-5pm • Asistencia de inmigración y ciudadanía • Asistencia con aplicación de Calfresh y Medical. • Programas de educación de nutrición • Asistencia de alquiler durante los meses de Octubre-Febrero • Asistencia para el programa FERA Descuento de PG&E • Solo con citas • Oficinas ubicadas en Greenfield, Hollister, Seaside, Salinas y Watsonville • L-V 9-5pm https://catholiccharitiesdom.org 831-393-3110 Monterey Peninsula and Satellite offices South County/Peninsula de Monterey y Oficinas satelite en el Sur Counseling Services Servicios De Consejería dANIEL dREIFuSS
If you’re 65+, enjoy exceptional healthcare, attentive service and delicious meals daily, as well as a fitness center and acres of lush gardens with a pool and putting green. For a tour of our newly renovated campus, call Angie at 1-800-544-5546 or visit cvmanor.com *Monterey Herald Reader’s Choice, 2021 and 2022. License #270700110. COA #082. Voted best retirement community 2 years in a row CELEBRATING 60 YEARS Retire where daily life is as delicious as the food. If you’re 65+, enjoy exceptional healthcare, attentive service and delicious meals daily, as well as a fitness center and acres of lush gardens with a pool and putting green. For a tour of our newly renovated campus, call Angie at 1-800-544-5546 or visit cvmanor.com *Monterey Herald Reader’s Choice, 2021 and 2022. License #270700110. COA #082. Voted best retirement community 2 years in a row CELEBRATING 60 YEARS Retire where daily life is as delicious as the food. If you’re 65+, enjoy exceptional healthcare, attentive service and delicious meals daily, as well as a fitness center and acres of lush gardens with a pool and putting green. For a tour of our newly renovated campus, call Angie at 1-800-544-5546 or visit cvmanor.com *Monterey Herald Reader’s Choice, 2021 and 2022. License #270700110. COA #082. Voted best retirement community 2 years in a row CELEBRATING 60 YEARS Retire where daily life is as delicious as the food. If you’re 65+, enjoy exceptional healthcare, attentive service and delicious meals daily, as well as a fitness center and acres of lush gardens with a pool and putting green. For a tour of our newly renovated campus, call Angie at 1-800-544-5546 or visit cvmanor.com *Monterey Herald Reader’s Choice, 2021 and 2022. License #270700110. COA #082. Voted best retirement community 2 years in a row CELEBRATING 60 YEARS Retire where daily life is as delicious as the food. If you’re 65+, enjoy exceptional healthcare, attentive service and delicious meals daily, as well as a fitness center and acres of lush gardens with a pool and putting green. For a tour of our newly renovated campus, call Angie at 1-800-544-5546 or visit *Monterey Herald Reader’s Choice, 2021 and 2022. License #270700110. COA #082. *Monterey Herald Reader’s Choice, 2021 and 2022. License #270700110. COA #082.
24 The BesT of MonTerey Bay® Living WeLL 2023-2024 del condado 831-422-0602 Salinas Community Human Services Servicios Humanos Comunitarios • Substance abuse treatment and mental health services • Domestic violence victim support, Anger Management classes, Parenting Education classes, • Evidence-Based positive parenting skills classes • M-F 8-5pm • Tratamiento de abuso de sustancias y servicios de salud mental • Apoyo para víctimas de violencia doméstica, clases de manejo de la ira, clases de educación para padres • Clases de habilidades de crianza positivas basadas en evidencia • L-V 8-5pm www.chservices.org 831-757-7915 Salinas 831-394-4622 Seaside Door To Hope Puerta De Esperanza • Women’s residential recovery program • Outpatient treatment program • Behavioral Health Services • M-F 8:30-5pm • Programa de recuperación residencial para mujeres • Programa de tratamiento ambulatorio • Servicios de salud conductal • L-V 8:30-5pm www.doortohope.org 831-758-0181 Gateway Center Centro Gateway • Provides services to persons with developmental disabilities • Senior Day Program • Residential Care programs, adult day programs, supportive living service, independent living services • Pacific Grove M-F 8-4pm, Salinas M-F 8:30—1:30pm • Provee servicios a personas con discapacidades de desarrollo • Programa para personas de tercera edad • Programas residenciales, Programas de día para adultos, Servicio de vida de apoyo, Servicios para vivir independientemente • Pacific Grove L-V 8-4pm, Salinas L-V 8:301:30pm Counseling Services Servicios De Consejería DAniEl DREiFuSS
Hospice Giving Foundation has awarded over $30,000,000 to local nonprofits since 1997. For 25 years, Hospice Giving Foundation has elevated end-of-life care through leadership and resources, advocating for exceptional services and accessibility throughout Monterey and San Benito Counties. At the heart of our work is a desire to make difficult times better, with a commitment to treating the dying process as a part of life that deserves dignity and love. Visit our website to learn more and join us. 25 YEARS OF HOPE AND COMPASSION We invite the community to join us to celebrate this milestone. Hospice Giving Foundation INVESTING LOCALLY - BUILDING CAPACITY Strengthening our system of care through annual grant funding for local care organizations and professional development for interdisciplinary care providers. FIND PEACE OF MIND - CHANGE THE CONVERSATION Providing resources and facilitating outreach programs so you and your loved ones can find comfort in being prepared. HONORING OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITIES Honoring our diverse community, cultures, and traditions through inclusive programming and bilingual resources. 25years Celebrating Caring. Giving. Together. • 831.333.9023 • hospicegiving.org • Follow us on
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