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SLEEP AND DEMENTIA
Dr. Mehrdad Ayati will explain the changes in sleep patterns that come with aging, especially with dementia. He will share information about the brain’s circadian rhythm, changes in sleep-awake cycles, and the treatment of sleep disorders in persons with dementia.
AFA CARE CONNECTION WEBINAR – MAY 2025
May 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
Click here to register
National Institute on Aging Publication on Sleep and Older Adults
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OPICA Adult Day Program
Our members are enjoying Art, Music,
Exercise, Games, Current Events and More!
Each month we publish the Monthly Calendar
for the Day Program.
Look for some of your favorite activities
and come join us!
2025 OPICA Holiday Days off Calendar
April Program Schedule
Monday through Friday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Email Sara Kaye for more information about the
OPICA Adult Day Care Program
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PLAN - PRACTICE - PREPARE
At OPICA we takes these 3 words seriously!
Members of the Day Program are taken through this drill in the event of an emergency.
Everyone was very calm and organized as we left the building in record time of one minute 15 seconds!
GOOD JOB TEAM!
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UCLA students from the Brain, Exercise Initiative
led the Day Program in some brain exercises. A single picture was shown, Dolphin, Elephant, Bat, etc. which led to a discussion about an experience or thought about that picture.
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Heart to Heart
Members of the Day program sat in a large circle and had some heartfelt conversations.
MFT Trainee, Bhavna D. led this talk.
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Kitty B. shows off her self portrait . Happy & pretty Kitty, on the paper and in person!
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Kibbe T., captures the pyramids in his watercolor painting.
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HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE
The Kensington
Redondo Beach
Community Symposium on Aging Well
Announcing a dynamic, information-packed symposium to energize your approach to aging well.
Saturday, April 26th
10:00am - 12:00 pm
The Kensington
Redondo Beach
801 S. Pacific Coast Hwy
Click her to register
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The Link Between Pain & Agitation with Aggression in Dementia
April 30 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
Dementia can impair a person’s communication abilities and prevent them from verbalizing when they are in pain, which can lead to aggression. This episode will explain the link between pain and aggression; warning signs and ways to assess that someone with dementia is in pain; and ways caregivers can proactively prevent aggression due to untreated pain.
Click here to register
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Are you responsible for the care of a loved one?
In this program, you will acquire the tools you need to care for yourself.
This FREE program consists of class on Seven consecutive Fridays, starting on May 2, 2025 – June 13, 2025
Space is limited, please register on or before April 28, 2025 to Stephanie Rubinstein; Stephanie@opica.org – Phone: 310-478-0226 ext. 111
(reference this class when registering or leaving a message)
Click here for flyer
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Cedars Sinai
Save the Date to Learn from Our Experts!
“Mind Matters: How Stress Impacts Brain Health!”
Learn about the relationship between stress and brain health, and how to manage stress with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) from our experts.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
12-1:00pm
Click here to register here
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OPICAcares
Caregiver Support Group
Join a group today.
on Zoom
Join us the first Wednesday of each month
Register by calling
310-478-0226 ext. 111
or email opicacares@opica.org
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April is National Poetry Month. A celebration of poetry which takes place each April, was introduced in 1996 and is organized by the Academy of American Poets as a way to increase awareness and appreciation of poetry in the United States.
Poem of the Day
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OPICA Adult Day Care and Counseling Center is proud to introduce "OPICAcares", a new program intended to provide support for individuals living at home alone or individuals in under-resourced communities that are experiencing memory loss.
If you have a family member or friend that could benefit from our services, please share this valuable information with them.
This program comes at no cost to the individual or family.
For more information, please email OPICAcares@opica.org or
calling 310-478-0226 ext. 111
This project was supported, in part by grant number 90ADPI0105-01-00, from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, DHHS, Washington, D.C. 20201.
Click here for flyer
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Be Part of the OPICA on-line Community
OZ (OPICA on ZOOM) plus other Virtual Classes
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Have you thought about joining OZ?
OPICA on Zoom is now available at NO cost to members of the
OPICA's Adult Day &
Brain Train Programs
A daily interactive program
from your home.
Be part of the OPICA OZ community.
Combine the Day Program or Brain Train with our Virtual OZ Program,
You can do both!
Email Emily for more information Emilyc@opica.org
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Individual Online Day Programs Continue
Join us every week for one, two or as many groups as
you want to be part of.
Spirit Builders Group and Art Class
All of our groups are facilitated by Marriage and Family Therapists
(LMFT, AMFT, and MFT-Trainees)
Contact Emily Campbell; Emilyc@opica.org for more information about these groups
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Brain Train Program at OPICA
OPICA’s Brain Train program is designed specifically to cater to individuals dealing with early-stage memory loss.
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Did you know...
OPICA has a
LOST & FOUND
If you are looking for an item that has been misplaced, or find one that is not yours, OPICA has a Lost & Found. Call us, 310.478.0226
to inquire about your missing item. Items to be returned can be left with Juan at the gate the next time you come to OPICA.
| | | Updated Flu - Covid - RSV Info | | |
Respiratory syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover in a week or two, but RSV can be serious. Infants and older adults are more likely to develop severe RSV and need hospitalization. Vaccines are available to protect older adults from severe RSV. Vaccines for pregnant people or monoclonal antibody products are available to protect infants and young children from severe RSV.
Read more here
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Getting an annual flu vaccine reduces the severity and spread of respiratory illness.
This is more important than ever because flu, RSV, and Covid-19 are all circulating during the fall and winter seasons.
Flu vaccination is especially important for adults 65 years and older, who account for most hospitalizations and deaths from flu – and from Covid-19.
We share 5 reasons why a flu shot for seniors is so important for protecting their health. Click here
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2025 Up To Date COVID Vaccine Information
and Mask Wearing
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Please visit our OPICA website to find our resource page
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