CANADA DRUGS

With Canada Drugs, patients can get between 40 to 80 percent off their prescription drug bill. They provide high-quality discount brand and comparable generic medication, with huge savings. There are no plans, premiums, or deductibles when ordering – just pure cash savings. Offering strict quality assurance ensures the safety and accuracy of each prescription order and a team of licensed and accredited pharmacists reviews each prescription. They meet and exceed the standards of leading pharmacy accreditation organizations, with a five-star rating from PharmacyChecker.com and the Canadian International Pharmacy Association. Canada Drugs proudly holds an A-plus rating from The Better Business Bureau and never leaves a customer unsatisfied. At Canada Drugs, their No-Risk Guarantee promises the lowest price on any prescription-required product, as well as 100 percent free shipping anywhere worldwide and no-hassle returns. If you are struggling with high prescription drug bills, click on www.CanadaDrugs.com or call (800) 226-3784.

HEARx WEST

HEARx West is a widely respected hearing care company with over 35 locations in southern California. All hearing care centers have licensed professionals on staff, utilizing advanced computerized testing equipment to ensure that each patient receives accurate testing and optimum hearing-aid fit and performance. HEARx West offers the latest innovations in hearing aids in all sizes and levels of technology to meet your hearing needs and budget, including the new Siemens waterproof, dustproof Aquaris™. HEARx West also offers a warranty on all hearing aids, attractive financing options and hearing education classes. For more information call (877) 714-2828 or click on www.hearusa.com.

CALIFORNIA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

If you’re like many people, you could use a new telephone that increases the volume so you can hear better, or one with bigger buttons so dialing is easier. More than 90 specialized phones and devices for people with diminished hearing, vision, mobility, and other common age-related conditions are available at no cost from the state’s California Telephone Access Program. This free program is a wonderful service for Californians that keeps people connected with family, friends, caregivers, business associates, and others. To qualify, a medical professional must sign a simple application form – that’s it! Learn more by calling (800) 806-1191 or clicking on www.californiaphones.org. There is no cost, age, or income requirement for the program, so there is no reason not to stay connected.

DECIBEL HEARING

Choosing a hearing professional is one of the most important decisions a hearing-impaired person can make. Since a hearing aid cannot be prescribed like eyeglasses, proper hearing-aid recommendation and fitting is highly dependent on the judgment and skill of the professional selecting the instrument. At Decibel Hearing, they test your hearing, select and dispense the best hearing instrument to meet your needs, in addition to providing support, counseling and service of the hearing system. They are concerned about the person and make hearing-solution recommendations to fit your lifestyle and personal needs. Ellen Baker, AuD is a nationally certified, state-licensed doctor of audiology and hearing-aid specialist who has been working in this field for over 25 years. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to each and every client. With two locations to serve you better – 1687 Erringer Rd., Suite 102 Simi Valley (805) 584-3327, and 415 E. Rolling Oaks Dr., Suite 190 Thousand Oaks (805) 449-2380, you can find out more by clicking on www.decibelhearing.com

SCIENCE CARE

Science Care is the nation’s leading whole-body donation program – the first to be accredited by the American Association of Tissue Banks as an accredited provider of continuing medical education. Their program links individual donors with medical researchers and educators. The Science Care whole-body donation program is available nationwide at no cost. For more information, click on www.sciencecare.com or call (800) 417-3747.

VISITING NURSES ASSOCIATION

“If only we had known about hospice sooner.” That is what many families say once hospice begins for their terminally ill loved one. If you know someone who is failing, in deteriorating health, is having difficulty taking their medications or has an elderly caregiver who is struggling, it may be time for Visiting Nurses Association and hospice care. Their goal is to enable terminally ill patients to remain alert and pain free, to spend their final days at home, surrounded by family and friends. Hospice services promote physical, emotional and spiritual comfort with emphasis on quality of life, rather than length of life. For a free, no obligation in-home evaluation, call (800) 969-4862 or click on www.vnasocal.org.

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF SAN BERNARDINO

Community Hospital of San Bernardino is a private, non-profit 343-bed acute-care hospital that serves the Inland Empire with compassionate, high-quality care in a state-of-the-art facility. Community Hospital of San Bernardino offers many services including medical care, home health services, inpatient and outpatient surgery, health and lifestyle classes and support groups on many topics, including: weight management, diabetes, asthma, and caregiver resources. The hospital is also home to a vibrant volunteer services team that welcomes new members with open arms! Classes & Events: (909) 887-6333 ext. 4734 / Volunteer Services: (909) 806-1260 Physician Referral Line: (909) 806-1552

WESTWOOD PLAZA

Westwood Plaza is an independent and assisted-living community where residents can choose the level of assistance specifically designed to meet their individual needs. At Westwood Plaza, the goal is to offer a safe and positive environment, with emphasis on independence, activity and quality of life. You will have complete peace of mind knowing assistance is available 24 hours per day. They also offer a life without the demands of cooking, cleaning, housekeeping and maintenance. Located in the heart of renowned Westwood, they are located within 15 minutes of six major hospitals and numerous medical offices, shops, movie theaters, restaurants and much more. For further details plus a virtual tour and a complimentary lunch without obligation, call (310) 475 8861 or click on www.westwoodplaza.com.

NEWPORT-MESA AUDIOLOGY BALANCE AND EAR INSTITUE

Newport-Mesa Audiology Balance and Ear Institute leads the way in helping hearing-loss patients regain confidence in the most demanding listening environments through advanced technology including Lyric® – the first and only 100 percent invisible, extended-wear hearing device. The doctors of audiology use computerized speech mapping to achieve maximum speech clarity for each patient’s unique lifestyle and hearing loss. The institute is one of the first offices certified to prescribe and fit Lyric. For more information, click on www.dizziland.com or call (949) 612-2876.

THE STARK MEMORY RESEARCH GROUP

The Stark Memory Research Group (Craig Stark, P.I.), University of California, Irvine, is recruiting volunteers for a study investigating changes in memory and brain structure across the lifespan. They utilize magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques along with computer-based memory tasks to measure age-related changes. Selected volunteers will participate in a total of four sessions. The first session involves behavioral memory testing and paperwork. The final three sessions consist of MRI scans. The sessions can be completed in as little as one month or up to six months, depending on the volunteer’s availability and their schedule. Compensation is provided. For more information or to volunteer, call (949) 824-4230 or click on starklab@uci.edu.

MONARCH HEALTHCARE

While many patients stay on the same health-care plan, some do make changes. If you change plans, here are some helpful tips for managing this process: 1) Make sure you have your new identification card by January 1st. 2) Make sure the new card is really yours. Check the information on the card and call your health plan if information is missing. 3) Let your doctor know when you change health plans. Your doctor will appreciate knowing about the change and this will help ensure continuity in your care plan. #4: Keep up to a 30-day supply of medicine on hand between plan changes. Having an extra supply of medicine is precautionary, especially for anyone taking daily prescriptions. For more information, contact Monarch HealthCare, 11 Technology Dr, Irvine, by calling (888) 767-2222.

QLASER LOW LEVEL LASER THERAPY

If you suffer from arthritis, back or neck pain, neuropathy, or other degenerative diseases, low-level laser therapy is tomorrow’s wellness care today. Lasers operated at a reduced-energy output are used for tissue healing and repair, eradicating infections, and other therapeutic purposes. The treatment using these amazing beams of light, referred to as “low-level laser therapy,” is also known as cold-laser therapy, soft-laser therapy, or photobiostimulation. It is a treatment in which subtle energy laser light is used to relieve symptoms of acute and chronic pain by promoting and accelerating the natural healing process with cells. If you are tired of all the prescription medications, there is another answer. Call Laser Wellness today for a free information packet and DVD at (800) 303-6923, mention offer code 6529. For more information, click on www.QLaserwellness.com.

SENIOR CLINICAL TRIALS, INC.

Senior Clinical Trials, Inc, is an independent research facility located in Laguna Hills. Founded by Robert Feldman MD, to address problems that disproportionately affect the older population, Dr. Feldman, his staff and hundreds of volunteers have been involved in dozens of clinical trials looking for the next generation of treatments to problems such as Alzheimer’s disease and osteoporosis. Dealing exclusively with trials focused on seniors, the team has expertise in the unique needs of seniors and their families, and is currently recruiting volunteers and their families to participate in a clinical trial in Alzheimer’s disease. For more information call (949) 588-0909. ‎

OPTIMA HEALTH CARE, INC.

Optima Health Care, Inc.'s goal is to develop relationships in the area of home health services. Their mission is to bring their extensive experience to patients' homes and make them their number-one priority, making sure the time with them is as healing as it is under your physician's care. They provide in-home visits with licensed RN and LVN nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapists and social services. Optima has DHS-licensed Medicare accreditation and are proud to share their additional contracted services for complete patient comfort including pharmacist, medical supplies, lab work, respiratory services and transportation. Their staff is licensed and they stand by the Joint Commission standard rules and guidelines. In addition to their field staff, their administration and office staff are trained to communicate with physicians and patients in detail regarding any and all situations. For more information, call (818) 507-6957 or click on www.optimahhc.com

PACIFIC EYE AND EAR SPECIALISTS

A multi-specialty group comprised of ear, nose and throat, neuro-otology, ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology and audiology, the Brentwood-based Pacific Eye and Ear Specialists specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and medical/surgical treatment of hearing and balance disorders. Using the most sophisticated videonytagmography, rotation chair and electrophysiologic instrumentation, they can make a comprehensive evaluation of the balance system. One of the first clinics in the U.S. to dispense the Phonal Lyric extended-wear hearing device, their board-certified doctors are affiliated with UCLA, St. John's Hospital, UCLA/Santa Monica, UCSD/San Diego State U, AT Still University and the University of Texas in Dallas. For more information and a consultation, call (310) 477-5558.

VIKING CLINICAL RESEARCH

At Viking Clinical Research, they conduct professional, confidential and efficient quality clinical trials for those with or without insurance. Their research professionals have been involved in clinical trials since 1996, and have enrolled subjects in over seventy research protocols in the areas of: depression, bi-polar disorder, seizures, hypertension, Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis. If eligible, patients can expect to receive no-cost laboratory tests, ECG’s and visits with a board-certified physician throughout the study. The patient’s primary-care physician is welcome to receive copies of those results as the patient wishes. Viking offers compensation to all patients who qualify and participate, and they work with major pharmaceutical companies. For more information, call (951) 677-6125 or (800) 670-4969.

DR. MARK HENNIG – DENTIST AT YOUR DOOR

After 12 years of private practice in general dentistry, Dr. Mark Hennig has narrowed his services to senior home care with an emphasis on preventive care and removable prosthetics. His service is unique in that he makes house calls for those who find it difficult to leave their home. Included in Dr. Hennig’s visits are teeth cleaning, denture services, which include relines, repairs and adjustments, and consultations concerning over-all dental needs. For more information on this valuable service, call (714) 836-9373.

PHARMACOLOGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Since 1975, the team at Pharmacology Research Institute (PRI), has been on the leading edge of clinical research. Facing the challenges, fears and uncertainties associated with Memory Loss, Mild Cognitive Impairment and/or early-Alzheimer’s is a difficult and daunting task that the team at PRI has been helping families with over the past four decades. PRI’s executive director, Dr. Charles Wilcox, explains that: “While our team has assisted thousands of families, we take pride in the fact we recognize each and every study participant as being unique. There’s no assembly-line approach, and we work to treat each person just as we would wish to be treated – with compassion, competence and respect.” Study participants have potential access to the newest and most-promising research medicines available plus involvement in a research medication study. If you have concerns that your loved one’s memory is worsening, call PRI at (888) 774-4673.

INTER VALLEY HEALTH PLAN

Exercise is important for all ages, but seniors can stay strong, healthy and improve their quality of life by exercising regularly. Weight-lifting exercises and resistance-training offer numerous benefits to help manage arthritis pain. Exercise keeps muscles around affected joints strong, lubricates joints, decreases bone loss and helps control joint swelling and pain. At Inter Valley Health Plan, they value their members' needs, which is why all their plans include gym membership coverage. For more information about Inter Valley Health Plan, click on www.IVHP.com or call (800) 500-7018.

ELMCROFT SENIOR LIVING

Elmcroft Senior Living of Louisville, Kentucky has announced they are now managing an additional 32 assisted-living communities. These locations, previously operated by Hearthstone and Carestone, are now under the Elmcroft name. Elmcroft Senior Living, known for its history of providing quality care, personal attention and a pleasant atmosphere, will enhance and improve these facilities for existing and future residents. Residents will benefit from Elmcroft’s extensive staff-training programs and adherence to high standards. At Elmcroft, they are dedicated to providing the best in senior-living services and now operate 84 independent-living, assisted-living and dementia-care communities; 23 skilled-nursing and rehabilitation centers, and two rehabilitation hospitals in 18 states. For more information, click on www.elmcroftseniorliving.com

SPRINT CAPTEL

Wireless CapTel® by Sprint®, powered by Raketu, is a free app on select AndroidTM-powered devices. This innovative app allows users to read conversations with real-time word-for-word captions. The app connects callers directly to the CapTel service. When the receiving party answers, callers can listen to what the other person is saying, and at the same time, read captions on the phone’s display screen. No voice plan is required for Wireless CapTel by Sprint and they offer a reduced-cost plans for people with hearing loss that is available by clicking on www.sprintrelaystore.com/wcs. To qualify, you must have a hearing loss and be a resident of the U.S. If you plan to make regular, non-captioned calls, you may be charged extra if you do not have a cell phone voice plan with a number of minutes allocated. For more information, call CapTel by Sprint customer service at (800) 676-3777.

AMERICA’S DIABETIC SAVINGS CLUB

America’s Diabetic Savings Club offers free products to diabetics nationwide, and the best news is that if you are a diabetic, you can join America’s Diabetic Savings Club at no cost. That’s right - membership is free and you will receive a free diabetic bracelet just for joining. With your enrollment, you may also receive other free items such as a testing meter upgrade, diabetic socks, cookbooks and other publications and great deals on numerous products and services. Call (877) 879-0126 right now and start your free membership today.

NEW LIFESTYLES – THE SOURCE FOR SENIOR LIVING

New LifeStyles offers the latest information on senior living and care options for the Southern California area. For more than 20 years, they have published their Los Angeles/Ventura, Orange County, and San Diego New LifeStyles guides that contain a variety of information regarding retirement, assisted living, Alzheimer’s, nursing, home care, and hospice options. These senior-living and care guides are available free of charge. You can also click on www.NewLifeStyles.com and get many of the answers you’ve been looking for. They list every licensed senior community nationwide and provide informative articles and links to senior programs and services. You can also register to view current guides in a digital format. For your free copy, call (800) 869-9549, or click on www.NewLifeStyles.com where you can also download their new free iPhone app.

GREATER NEWPORT PHYSICIANS

You can join Greater Newport Physicians (GNP) through Medicare Advantage for access to physicians who provide quality care to seniors. You’ll need to have your Medicare Part A and Part B to join a plan. Greater Newport Physicians accepts the following Medicare Advantage plans: Blue Shield 65 Plus; AARP/United Healthcare (Secure Horizons); SCAN and OneCare (Medicare/Medi-Cal eligibles). If you already have one of these Medicare Advantage plans, you can switch to GNP by calling your plan’s member-services number. To learn more about the plans GNP accepts, or the GNP physicians available to you, call GNP’s customer-service department at (949) 574-4575.

DUBEN CHIROPRACTIC AND KINESIOLOGY

Do you have stiff, aching and painful joints? Do feel pain on motion that negatively affects your quality of life? You may be suffering from osteoarthritis. If you are suffering stiff and painful joints, you may merely be suffering from signs of nutritional deficiency. If you are interested in reducing or eliminating your suffering of the pain of osteoarthritis, a diet must be rich in unprocessed whole-grain cereals, raw foods such as fresh vegetables and green leafy vegetables, and specially formulated whole-food concentrate supplementation may supply a normal balance of minerals, enabling your body to return to health. For further information on the treatment of pain due to osteoarthritis, contact Duben Chiropractic and Kinesiology located at 3625 East Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 172 in Westlake Village. You can call them at (805) 494-1339 or click on www.DocDuben.com.

THE VARICOSE VEIN LASER CENTER

The Varicose Vein Laser Center specializes in the treatment of venous reflux disease – an underlying cause of varicose veins. Their mission is to help patients regain physical comfort and a healthy look for their legs. To achieve this they use a state-of-the-art medical technology called EVLT® that treats the root cause of varicose veins and provides immediate relief of symptoms with a quick, safe and minimally invasive laser procedure. Zelda Billingy MD, the medical director of the Varicose Vein Laser Center, is a board certified surgeon who has performed thousands of surgeries over her two decades of experience. The cost of the EVLT procedure is fully covered by Medicare and most private medical insurance plans. For more information or to schedule your complimentary consultation with Dr. Billingy, call (877) 722-0312 or click on www.varicoseveinlasercenter.com

PENN HERB COMPANY, LTD.

The Penn Herb Company, Ltd. is your best online source for herbs, herbal remedies, spices,

vitamins, essential oils and natural remedies from nature’s wonderland. Since 1924, they have helped people reap the benefits of traditional medicinal herbs with their extensive selection of over 400 wild-crafted herbs, gathered from the United States and worldwide. Whether your preference is bulk tea, powder, or capsules, you'll find what you need at Penn Herb. Their herbs are received daily and are carefully milled, sifted, encapsulated and packaged to ensure freshness. They are made from the finest ingredients available to provide you and your family the best nutritional value, and all of their vitamins and supplements are laboratory tested to meet the strictest quality-control standards for potency and purity. For further information and to order, click on www.penherb.com

SHAW, MOSES, MENDENHALL INSURANCE

Whether you’re an individual or an employer, Shaw, Moses, Mendenhall Insurance can provide coverage for any life and health-related issue. They understand that each of their clients has different needs, and they work with each personally to develop the benefits that meet their unique insurance needs. Once you choose your plan, they will be there every step of the way to answer any question or to handle any problem that may arise. With everything under one roof, Shaw, Moses, Mendenhall Insurance can also help you with all of your personal and business insurance needs. Building your insurance and financial furture one block at a time, Shaw, Moses, Mendenhall Insurance, located at 625 Fair Oaks Ave., suite 158 in South Pasadena, can be contacted at (626) 799-7813 ex.214 or by clicking on www.SMMAinsurance.com

DR. MATT GODA

There is new hope for foot and leg pain to be found with a visit to Dr. Matt Goda. The pain and misery of neuropathy can truly bring your life to a halt. If you are experiencing pain when you walk, tingling in your extremities, numbness, burning, muscle weakness, sharp electric-like pain, or it feels as if you are walking on thumbtacks, you may be experiencing symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. Dr. Goda is pleased to tell you there is hope. Dr. Goda, D.C. is offering a free screening visit to see if you qualify for his advanced FDA-cleared neuropathy treatment including the Avicenna Laser. Spaces fill up quickly so call right now, (949) 354-5423.

WEST COAST CLINICAL RESEARCH

There are three great reasons to consider participating in a clinical trial. 1) To gain access to potentially new research medication. 2) To receive a medical evaluation for the condition being studied. 3) To help others by contributing to medical research and treatment advances. West Coast Clinical Research is the leading clinical research center in the San Fernando Valley, committed to providing high-quality clinical research services. Found in 1993, under the direction of Dr. Eugene Dula, clinical trials are monitored under strict government regulations. For more information, call Michele Pleasant at (818) 776-0820, ex. 101.

SCAN HEALTH PLAN

Eight million American women have osteoporosis. Some of them won’t learn that they have the disease until they break a bone. Osteoporosis occurs when you lose bone mass, leaving them weak and brittle. While you should not wait for a break to occur, it is especially important to have a bone-density test within six months of breaking a bone. Ask your doctor if you need a bone-density test, if you should be talking calcium or vitamin D supplements, if you are getting the right kind of exercise and if you home is fall-proof. If you would like more information, contact SCAN Health Plan at (877) 218-7226 or click on www.scanhealthplan.com.