Camarillo Health Care District

We promote community health through service, education and empowerment, and transform lives through innovation and inspiration.

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

The Camarillo Health Care District won Innovative Program of the Year for “Pedaling the Planet” from the @CSDAdistricts at its Annual Conference Aug. 26. This is the District’s third innovation award in the Small District category in four years. CEO Blair Barker accepted the award on behalf of the District. We are grateful to the judges, CSDA staff and our community for embracing our efforts and seeing the value. We are also grateful to @RendeverHealth, makers of the RendeverFit program we use to facilitate our virtual cycling adventures. Learn more about the program at https://t.co/MFOMifBIqf
#camarillo #venturacounty #csdaconf26

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Eating a balanced and healthy diet is important at every age, and especially for older adults. The Camarillo Health Care District, in partnership with @VCAAAging and @CityCamarillo, provides a home-delivered meal option for homebound residents age 60 and older. Enrollment is required for this federal program. For more information or for inquiries about eligibility, please call 805-388-1952, ext. 168. #camarillo #seniors #nutrition

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Camarillo Health Care District staff attended the @CityCamarillo 2026 State of the City Address and learned about all of the important work the city has been doing to enhance the lives of residents. The presentation focused on the dedicated public servants behind the work, highlighting public safety, disaster preparedness, communication, economic development, public works, community planning, transportation and more.
#camarillo #stateofthecity #venturacounty

[VC Area Agency on Aging @VCAAAging]

Come join us in one week at the Care Connect Wellness Event, hosted by the Camarillo Health Care District. It’s a one-stop shop for people living with dementia and their caregivers.

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Call our Senior Support Line at 1-800-235-9980 if you are 60 and older and would like to engage in friendly conversation about topics you enjoy! Camarillo Health Care District provides compassionate, confidential conversation and emotional support over the telephone. Personnel trained in resources and referrals are ready to speak with you to offer encouragement and connection. Following the first call, weekly check-in calls can be scheduled. We look forward to chatting with you!

#camarillo #venturacounty #Seniors

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Everyone has a unique journey when it comes to health and caregiving, and your experiences could be a source of inspiration and support for others. Camarillo Health Care District invites local residents to share their personal stories on our podcast, where individuals talk about their health journeys, caregiving experiences, and the challenges they’ve faced. By sharing your story, you not only give voice to your own experiences, but you also help create a community where others feel understood and less alone. Whether you're managing a health condition, supporting a loved one as a caregiver, or navigating the ups and downs of life, your story matters. It’s a powerful way to connect, inspire, and make a difference in the lives of those who are facing similar challenges. Join the conversation and be part of something meaningful! Fill out our form and we'll reach out to you: https://t.co/TOkMFqwgfS

#camarillo #venturacounty #podcast

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Join us 2:30-3:45 p.m. Thursdays, Nov. 19-Dec. 17 as part of our Virtual Reality Travel Club. Cost is $30. There are only six spots available. Register at https://t.co/mCQ5lBzZ7x. Click on the pumpkin, Digital Literacy and Virtual Reality.

Travel adventures include:
Week 1 – Bus Tours around the World
Bus Ride Around Tokyo
Bus Ride Around Rome
Bus Ride Around Dubai
Bus Ride Around Paris
Bus Ride Around Washington D.C.
Excursion: Sunset Sail and Race around Provence

Week 2– Immersive Nature
Sunrise in Patagonia
Stroll through an Arboretum
Skaftafell National Park
Ecuadorian Amazon
Madeirian Nature
Excursion: Slovakian National Parks

Week 3–Explore the World's Gardens
Wegerzyn Gardens
Beautiful Botanical Garden
Tulips in Bloom
Cascading Falls in the Botanic Garden
Excursion: Relax in Crete and Moments in Dubrovnik

Week 4 – Classical Music and Arts
A Very Merry Sing-Along
Air by Johann Sebastian Bach
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 by Berlin Philharmonic
Vivaldi at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Für Elise
Excursion: Bolivian and Estonian Dance Performance

#camarillo #venturacounty

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

We hope to see you on Oct. 29 for a one-stop shop for people living with a dementia-related disease and their caregivers. This is a free event that will feature local organizations, government agencies and businesses that can help answer your questions and connect you to resources. Visit our campus, 3639 Las Posas Road, in Camarillo between 10 a.m. and noon.

#camarillo #venturacounty #dementiaawareness

[National Council on Aging @NCOAging]

Vaccination offers strong protection against the pain and complications of #Shingles—and it’s fully covered by #Medicare Part D.

Now that Medicare #OpenEnrollment is here, find out how older adults can get their free shingles shot. ⬇️
https://t.co/bmWx2ffdLa

[VC Area Agency on Aging @VCAAAging]

Caring for a loved one is rewarding, but also challenging. Family Caregiver Resource Centers offer training, support groups and resources to help caregivers stay healthy and prevent burnout.

🔗: https://t.co/9a6nzefymx

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Seniors and their family members are eligible for two, one-hour, free consultations each fiscal year at Camarillo Health Care District with a local, volunteer attorney experienced in these and related legal matters:
*Estate planning
*Conservatorship
*Probate
*Special needs
*Family law and estate cross-over issues
*Automobile law
If more needs to be done, such as a trust amendment or court petition, the attorney and client can discuss the costs of those steps and separate arrangements can be made. We have four virtual appointments available in December. Call Camarillo Health Care District at 805-388-1952 for one of those spots. Appointments for the new year may be made online beginning Dec. 1 at https://t.co/mCQ5lBzZ7x

#camarillo #venturacounty #legaladvice

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Life doesn’t always go as planned. Sometimes we could use a little help getting around, either a hand up, an arm to lean on ... or even someone to drive us to medical service appointments! Camarillo Health Care District offers door-through-door CARE-A-VAN Transportation Services for non-emergency medical appointments and other activities of daily living. Drivers are trained in CPR and first aid, and have additional sensitivity training in transporting frail, elderly, cognitively- and mobility-challenged riders. Call 805-388-1952 to make a ride request. For cost, visit https://t.co/T7csrgvIo6

#camarillo #venturacounty #transportation

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Explore famous art galleries and museums around the world using virtual reality. We will travel to the MET Museum, Louvre Museum, Museum of Modern Art, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Museums of the U.S. National Mall and National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. No VR experience necessary. The class is held on our campus, 3639 Las Posas Road, in Camarillo. Join us 2-3 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22. Cost: $5 (non-district residents add $4). Register at https://t.co/mCQ5lBzZ7x

#camarillo #venturacounty #vr @RendeverHealth

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Meet with victim advocate Debbie Deem, retired victim specialist with the FBI and former coordinator of the Financial Abuse Specialist Team, part of the Ventura County District Attorney's Office, for one-on-one coaching on how to avoid being scammed by fraudsters and what to do if you have been. She will provide resources, support and information. Drop in between 2 and 3 p.m. Oct. 28. For an appointment, call 805-388-1952. Coaching takes place on our campus, 3639 Las Posas Road, Camarillo.
Topics may include:
*Romance imposters
*Lottery and sweepstakes
*Crypto - investments
*Fake grandparent or family emergency
*Government, bank or business imposters

#camarillo #venturacounty #ScamAwareness

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

This will be fun! While wearing a headset and holding a pair of controllers, join us for our Virtual Reality Independent Adventures experience. We offer a variety of applications, from Guided Tai Chi and meditation to scuba diving, sky diving, kayaking, roller coasters, exploration of national parks and iceberg climbing to relaxing moments in nature, cooking ancient recipes and more. We provide the equipment and guidance. Join us 2-3 p.m. Oct. 29, 3-4 p.m. Nov. 17 or 10-11 a.m. Dec. 7. We also have beginners classes, a VR Travel Club, World Galleries and Museums exploration, Mindfulness & Meditation (all beginner level), and more. More info and registration at https://t.co/adI7rr6uW1

#camarillo #venturacounty #DigitalLiteracy

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Camarillo Health Care District was featured in the September/October edition of the @CSDAdistricts magazine for its Pedaling the Planet Program, which won Innovative Program of the Year in the Small Districts category. Read the story at https://t.co/zwwH8RatJZ

#camarillo #venturacounty @LocalDistricts #virtualrealitygames @RendeverHealth #DigitalLiteracy #virtualtravel #VR

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Get those photos off your smartphone and into a scrapbook that you craft online! The Camarillo Health Care District is offering Digital Scrapbooking, a class that can help you turn your beloved photos into a book for your coffee table. This two-part class will cover the different online platforms that make digital scrapbooks, how to upload your photos, crop, arrange and create your pages, add creative layers and decoration to your pages, and order your book for yourself or for wonderful gifts. Make something that will become a part of your legacy handed down for generations. Join us on Mondays, Nov. 23 and 30 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Register online: https://t.co/mCQ5lBzZ7x

#camarillo #venturacounty #DigitalLiteracy

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

We hope to see you on Oct. 28 for a spooktacular evening of fun at Halloween in the Park. Check out our trunk for a treat, coloring page with crayons, stickers or fidget ball as supplies last. Meet Cruella and dalmatians Perdita and Pongo. The event will be held 5:30-8 p.m. in the parking lot at the Community Center, 1605 E. Burnley St., in Camarillo. It's organized by Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District and Camarillo Police Department. We will be among dozens of vendors representing local government, agencies and organizations. For more information, call 805-482-1996.
#camarillo #Halloween #venturacounty

[Dementia Friendly America @dfamerica_]

A new report highlights promising advances in #Alzheimers research, including treatments, earlier diagnosis and other ways to support brain health. These developments offer important reasons for continued research and access to #dementia care. Read more: https://t.co/qbTdrhKWlt.

[Camarillo Health Care District @changing_aging]

Our Adult Day Center offers activities designed for socialization, mental and physical enrichment, recreation for all abilities, and most of all fun! It’s intentionally designed to provide a safe, respectful, and compassionate option for adults who benefit from additional care during the day due to health conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, brain injury, decreasing mobility, isolation or loneliness. Additionally, the Center offers important respite time off for family caregivers and other family members. Nutritious and well-balanced meals, snacks and beverages are provided. Learn more and watch a virtual tour at https://t.co/ebNro5rTqd
#camarillo #venturacounty #dementia

[VC Human Services @VCHumanServices]

This year's Great ShakeOut earthquake drill will take place 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟭𝟱, 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟬:𝟭𝟱 𝗮.𝗺. 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲. Wherever you are during the drill — at home, at work, or in your car — make sure you know how to protect yourself when an earthquake strikes and practice with us!

Register now to participate and have peace of mind knowing that you and your loved ones will be better prepared to survive and recover quickly from the next damaging earthquake: https://t.co/RXBKuQx3iM

While disasters are top of mind, also make sure to sign up for VC Alert — the county's emergency notification system — to receive emergency alerts by phone, text and/or email: https://t.co/D5ZwwhRR2h