Health Coaching – Naoko’s story
88 year-old Naoko was hospitalized for gastro-intestinal bleeding and has a heart condition. She lives alone in a house in Culver City. Her daughter, who usually lives in Paris, France, has been staying with her since she was discharged. She also ...
Health Coaching – Tony’s Story
Tony, 87, lives with his wife in a single family home in Venice. He was recently admitted to hospital with a low blood count necessitating a blood transfusion. Coach Priscilla visited him at home shortly after he was discharged. Tony and his wife ...
Health Coaching – Evelyn’s story
Coach Traci met Evelyn, 71, at home shortly after her release from hospital. Traci made a list of all Evelyn’s medication – prescribed and over-the-counter – and submitted to MyMeds for review. “Although I found Evelyn’s home to be clean and free ...
City of West Hollywood recognized for its efforts to improve quality of life for older residents.
The City of West Hollywood, in collaboration with Partners in Care Foundation, West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation and Jewish Family Service – Los Angeles, has been awarded the Social Change and Diversity Award by the American Planning As...
“Words count. Nuance counts.” The importance of culturally sensitive health coaching.
Partners in Care Foundation CEO, June Simmons was interviewed for this article in California Health Report on how promatoras can boost seniors’ health in a way that honors their culture.
“(I asked) Renata about her feelings. As soon as I did she broke down in tears.”
“Renata explained that her mom had stopped wanting to bathe or socialize or go to the doctor, and that it was very difficult to see her that way. That was my opportunity to ask Renata about her feelings. As soon as I did she broke down in tears.” ...
Rod Hochman honored with 2017 Award for Vision and Excellence in Healthcare Leadership.
Top executives from across the healthcare industry attended the Partners in Care Foundation 18th Annual Tribute Dinner which honored Rod Hochman, MD, President & CEO of Providence St. Joseph Health with the 2017 Award for Vision and Excellence...
“I had been spending too much time sitting, but this class has helped make me more active.”
“One of the pleasures of bringing community wellness education into the community is hearing the stories of the people who attend the workshops,” explains Christy Lau, Program Director, Community Wellness Department at Partners in Care. “Dorothy a...
June Simmons and Sandy Atkins Publish Article in the First Issue of Generations.
The American Society on Aging is funded by the SCAN Foundation, Gary and Mary West Foundation, Marin Community Foundation and the Colorado Health Foundation to produce publications (Aging Today articles and an annual supplement of the Generations ...