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Pacifica Senior Living Found to Be in Violation for Attempting to Evict 96-Year-Old Woman.

Two allegations against Pacifica Senior Living for attempting to evict 96-year-old Jean Jacques from a Pacific Grove facility in August have been substantiated by the California Department of Social Services, according to a letter sent on Oct. 16.

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Alliance on Aging Presents South County Solutions Summits to Address Community Needs

SALINAS VALLEY — The Alliance on Aging (AOA) is set to launch a series of South County Solutions Summits aimed at addressing vital concerns for older adults and individuals with disabilities in Monterey County.

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Pacifica Senior Living Reverses Eviction of 96-Year-Old Woman From Its Pacific Grove Facility.

Soon after a story went viral around the world about 96-year-old Jean Jacques of Pacific Grove Senior Living receiving a three-day eviction notice from owners Pacifica Senior Living—despite having a contract guaranteeing her care for life— the company reversed itself…

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P.G. Senior Living Seeks to Evict a 96-Year-Old Tenant, Despite Her Lifetime Contract.

Jean Jacques, 96, heard a knock on her apartment door inside Pacific Grove Senior Living on Friday, Aug. 16. It was the manager, delivering a “nasty letter,” Jacques says, a three-day “pay or quit” eviction notice from the owner, Pacifica…

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Grant Empowers Alliance on Aging to Promote Age- And Disability-Friendly Communities in Monterey County

MONTEREY COUNTY — With the support of a pivotal grant from the California Department of Aging, the Alliance on Aging (AOA) is embarking on a transformative journey to foster age- and disability-friendly communities across Salinas, North and South Monterey County.

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Kim Stemler Is Leaving Wine Growers Organization for Carmel Foundation.

Kim Stemler, executive director of the Monterey County Vintners and Growers Association, is leaving the position after nearly 11 years to take on a new leadership role as the CEO/president of the Carmel Foundation. She officially assumes her new job…

Image caption: Second Harvest CEO Erica Padilla-Chavez (at right) with a group of local Rotary members who helped wrap Holiday Food & Fund Drive barrels.
Setting the Table for Social Change

Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County CEO Erica Padilla-Chavez looks at food insecurity as a symptom of an underlying disorder—one that can be cured.

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Work begins on a master plan for people aging in the Salinas Valley.

Raymond Torres, a native of Soledad, was diagnosed with disabilities over 25 years ago and within a couple of years was connected to housing and services through the nonprofit Central Coast Center for Independent Living. At 63, he’s doing well,…

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Alliance on Aging awarded $200K grant to develop age-friendly plan for Salinas Valley

SALINAS VALLEY — Alliance on Aging (AOA) has received a $200,000 grant from the California Department of Aging to develop a local age-friendly action plan for Monterey County, focusing on the Salinas Valley. The 21-month-long grant — one of 15 …

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Tenants wait for answers about persistent problems at their affordable senior apartments.

When HumanGood, the nonprofit corporate owner of the 200-unit Pacific Meadows apartment complex off Carmel Road for very-low-income seniors – many are in their 70s, 80s and 90s – cut back on janitorial services, the carpets in the hallways became…

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Gonzales senior group among nominees for community service awards

GONZALES — Adventure Seeking Seniors group was among this year’s nominees for the 47th Annual LIVE UNITED Awards, presented by United Way Monterey County, which celebrate and recognize volunteers for their contributions to the community. The Gonzales group is made …

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Seniors, Bicyclists, Veterans to Benefit from New DMV Laws in 2023

Starting Jan. 1, California law will again require drivers 70 and older to renew their license in person at a DMV office.

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South County Trashion Show makes long-awaited return

KING CITY — Alliance on Aging’s South County Trashion Show returned to the runway last week after a two-year absence due to the Covid-19 pandemic, featuring the latest fashions crafted from recycled and repurposed materials. The Sept. 13 fundraiser and …

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Monthly senior socials expand to Greenfield

GREENFIELD — Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley’s SOCOS (SOuth COunty Senior) Socials program is growing this month to include the Greenfield community. In collaboration with the City of Greenfield, Meals on Wheels will host the first Greenfield SOCOS …

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Senior transportation program launches in Salinas Valley

SALINAS VALLEY — As part of its rural expansion efforts, Independent Transportation Network Monterey County has introduced ValleyLine, a transportation program for seniors, veterans and visually impaired adults who live in the cities of Soledad, Gonzales, Chualar and Indian Springs. The …

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Affordable senior complex residents reach a breaking point after death goes unnoticed for days.

Marilyn Winton told one neighbor she was antisocial after he attempted to make friendly conversation two years ago. After that, the neighbor almost never saw her, except only in flashes as she entered her apartment at the 200-unit Pacific Meadows…

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Madonna Gardens hosts fundraiser featuring senior residents’ artwork

SALINAS — In honor of Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care is hosting a special art show showcasing paintings and other works of art created by its residents on Saturday, June 25, from 11 …

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Monthly senior social begins in King City

KING CITY — Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley’s SOCOS Social (SOuth COunty Seniors Social) program expanded to King City on March 3, hosting the first of which will be monthly events for senior residents at the King City …

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Senior socials expand lineup to King City

KING CITY — A monthly social hour for active seniors in the community will be expanding its lineup to include King City, following successful programs in both Soledad and Gonzales. Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley’s SOCOS Social (SOuth …

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