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There were 1,149 new COVID-19 cases announced for Monterey County for the last two days, bringing the total up to 38,434 with 13 more people in the hospital and two new deaths. Nationwide, there were 155,677 new cases for a total of 25.4 million, while deaths rose by 2,971 to 423,192. In California, there were 15,434 cases for a cume total of 3.2 million, while deaths rose by 208 to 37,557. These numbers are stark, please stay home and stay safe.
There is no end to the number of scams being tried on seniors, particularly in the area of coronavirus. The isolation from COVID-19 has exacerbated the problem, and a new report from the Federal Trade Commission said that scammers initiated contact with older adults online more often than they did by phone for the first time ever in the second quarter of 2020. Adults 60+ were nearly 6x as likely as younger adults to lose money on tech support scams. Those in Carmel and Pebble Beach are targeted more than other areas because of the wealth in this area. If you think you have been scammed, call the National Elder Fraud hotline at 833-372-8311 and report it to the FTC by visiting the agency’s website or calling 877-382-4357. It also wouldn’t hurt to call Monterey County Adult Protective Services at 1-800-510-2020 if you think other local residents could be targeted.
Dr. Hadiyah-Nicole Green has emerged from relative obscurity with a potential cure for cancer. She is the first doctor to cure cancer in mice by using laser-activated nanoparticles. A study published by the American Cancer Society estimated 607K people died from cancer in 2020. Dr. Green’s cure does not require chemotherapy, radiation or surgery. Following the successful initial research project, she has received a $1.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to expand the nanoparticle cancer treatment research. She is fulfilling a lifelong dream after the death of her aunt Ora Lea, and her uncle, General Lee Smith, who both had cancer. If you or a loved one are struggling with a cancer diagnosis, talk to someone at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. CHOMP has a 24,000 square foot Comprehensive Cancer Support Center with a research library, information on clinical trials and support groups.
There were 516 new COVID-19 cases announced for Monterey County, bringing the total up to 36,906 with no new deaths. Nationwide, there were 208,088 new cases for a total of 25.1 million, while deaths rose by 2,687 to 418,373. In our state, there were 20,263 cases for a cume total of 3.167 million, while deaths rose by 516 to 36,906. These numbers are stark, please stay home and stay safe.
There were 338 new cases of COVID-19 announced for Monterey County, for a cume total of 36,464. There were thankfully no new deaths. Nationwide, there were 185,070 new cases, for a total of 24.399 million. Deaths rose by more than 3,000 to 403,929. In California, there were 26,598 new cases reported, for a total of 3.077 million, while deaths rose by 535 (+2%) to 34,480. These numbers are not looking good, please stay home and stay safe.
Pebble Beach,  CA Home Care Aide (HCA) Senior Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Jobs Available (Also Aromas, Big Sur, Carmel, Carmel-by-the-sea, Carmel Highlands, Carmel Valley, Castroville, Corral-de-Tierra, Del Rey Oaks, Gilroy, Gonzalez, Greenfield, Hollister, King City, Marina, Monterey, Morgan Hill, Pacific Grove, Paicines, Pacific Grove, Prunedale, Salinas, San Juan Bautista, Seaside, Soledad and Tres Pinos
We have developed a reputation for having the best caregivers (Home Care Aides or Senior Companions) in Monterey County.  We are currently looking for qualified caregivers.
Family inHome Caregiving of Monterey is seeking compassionate, mature and dependable caregivers who want to improve the lives of our elderly Clients by providing in-home, non-medical care. Our services include:
Caring companionship
Meal preparation
Incidental transportation
Running errands
Light housekeeping
Medication reminders
Monitoring of safety while bathing
Information and referral services
Other services that improve the safety, security and quality of life of seniors.
If you believe you would make an exceptional Home Care Aide, we would love to hear from you! We prefer those with experience helping the elderly, disabled and others with mobility problems. Having cared for those with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s is a plus. To work for us, you must have excellent references, a clear criminal record, a good driving record, and an insured reliable vehicle. To apply, please visit our website www.fhcofm.com, click on home care aides, then careers where you can fill out an application online. We have immediate openings all over Monterey County.
Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be extremely difficult. A new medical device called Zephyr, which is working miracles in some people. The tiny lung valve needs to be  implanted in the lungs via a bronchoscope. The one-way valve blocks air from invading the damaged part of the lungs, where it can get trapped and hinder breathing. “The instant I woke up from anesthesia, I felt the difference,†said one woman who had the device implanted. Cardio Pulmonary Associates on Garden Road in Monterey would have more information on the non-surgical device which 20K people have already been treated with.
https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/lung-disease-breakthrough.html
Please join Lory Carriedo, Julia Cruz-Moreno and Maria Quiroz on the second Monday every month from 5:30 to 7:30 for a caregiver support group sponsored by Natividad Medical Center. It can be lonely and depressing during the COVID-19 lockdown so all are encouraged to join in. Call 1-800-624-8304 for more details.
AARP has lined up a number of expert speakers for its town halls. Hear directly from health experts on important health, financial health, emotional well-being and how to care for an infirm parent. “Our intention is to host these events on a regular basis to respond to changing needs during this pandemic,†AARP Senior Vice President Jean Setfand, told AARP The Magazine (August/September Issue, page 76). An average event attracts between 75K and 100K people. For a schedule of upcoming tele-town halls, including topics, speakers, and instruction on how to log in, go to www.aarp.org/townhall where you can also listen to past events.
There were 303 new cases of COVID-19 announced for Monterey Count, for a cume total of 36,126. There were five new deaths. Nationwide, there were 1,972 new cases for a total of 400,810. This is almost as many (409K) Americans who died in 2019 from Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, the flu, pneumonia and strokes combined. In California, there were 28K new cases for a total of 3.050 million, while deaths rose by 303 to 33,945. These numbers are heart wrenching, please stay home and stay safe.