• Case Management
• Blood Sugar Screening
• Blood Sugar Checks
• SALA
• In-Home Assessments
• Nutrition Program
• Registry of Private Pay Workers
• Information & Referral
• HICAP
• Telephone Outreach
• Caregiver Consultations
• Health Info & Education
• Annual Flu Shots
• Home Safety Checks for Special Needs

Services included under MCC are:

This federally sponsored program, which provides a well-balanced, hot meal each weekday at 11:30 am, is for those that are unable to prepare a nutritious meal, those that need to cut the cost of food bills, and also for those that would just enjoy some company while eating. Meals are provided for those age 60 and older; a donation of $2.00 per meal is requested. For meal reservations, call the Nutrition Office at least two days in advance, Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at (408) 615-3174.

Resource Specialists match home care workers with clients requesting assistance in their homes. Privately paid by the client, these workers are interviewed by the registry and references are checked before being referred to the senior. Services include personal care, companionship, shopping, cooking, laundry, housekeeping, and driving. Hourly rates start at $12.50 per hour for at least three hours, while live-in care is available for a minimum of $110 per 24-hour period.

A health assessment program, managed by Registered Nurses, to be used as a supplement to the care given by a senior's own private physician. The program can help the well senior to monitor blood pressure or blood sugar values, or to obtain information on medications, diet or lifestyle changes. For homebound seniors, there are home visits and telephone contacts meant to support their efforts to maintain their levels of wellness at home. Other services include classes on relevant topics, a lending library of health videos, and an annual flu shot clinic.

These services help seniors find ways to deal with the day-to-day challenges of being an older adult. These services are available to those age 60 and older, that reside in Santa Clara or Alviso. Information and Referral, individual and group counseling, and caregiver consultations are available to persons living outside of Santa Clara as resources allow.

This program provides frail elders with the opportunity to live as independently as possible in his or her own home. By directing them to the many resources in our community, the Case Manager counsels the family to explore options and to develop answers for changing situations. Services include a comprehensive evaluation, care plan, linkage with community resources, and continuous progress monitoring.

Individuals and families are provided with personal guidance, information, and support regarding caregiver problems.

Volunteer staff is available to make telephone contact with homebound elderly people. These calls provide "chat" time as well as a chance for us to monitor needs.

Each year, we hold several courses for caregivers, in which we cover such topics as care planning, decision making, relationship issues, stress management, health issues, legal and financial concerns, and placement options. In addition, there is a monthly support group sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association for caregivers of family members with dementia.

We rely on multiple sources for our funding, a third of our program being subsidized by the Council On Aging of Santa Clara County. The balance of our operating budget comes from Santa Clara Senior Center fundraisers, grants, and private donations. For that reason we ask for financial help from those who personally benefit from the program. While there is no set fee, we do request a donation commensurate with the type of service given and one's ability to pay. Regardless, cost will not be a barrier to receiving services.

Surely there is something here that would make your life a little easier, a little less stressful, maybe even a bit more productive without added responsibility. Why don't you give us a call at (408) 615-3170. Let's find out what we can do together.

Social Services
Santa Clara Senior Center
Temporary location:
969 Kiely Boulevard
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 615-3170