San Benito County Local News: Seniors

04/04/2023
At Jovenes de Antaño Senior Services in Hollister, the loss of founder Paulina Valdivia can still be felt.

03/19/2023
Retired California government workers will get tens of thousands of dollars if they give up their long-term care insurance.

03/06/2023
Every day, thousands of older Californians can’t afford to stock their pantries. State data reveal that two-thirds of eligible Californians over age 60 do not participate in CalFresh, the state’s food stamp program, even though they qualify.

12/11/2022
The Aging & Disability Resource Connection of San Benito County began distributing more than 4,000 free iPads complete with data plans to people over 60, individuals living with a disability, and family caregivers.

10/09/2022
Local dignitaries and members of the senior community of San Juan Bautista gathered on Oct. 6 at the St. Francis Retreat to honor the late Mary Sellen by dedicating the new Senior Citizens Center in her name. The center project will be organized under the nonprofit Jovenes de Antaño.

03/14/2021
“We are getting more people applying for our help, particularly the nutrition programs and Meals on Wheels,” said Pauline Valdivia, executive director of Jovenes de Antaño del Condado de San Benito.