Last updated: March 1, 2025 According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2015–2019 American Community Survey, 27.4% of Banning's population was aged 65 and over, totaling approximately 8,526 individuals. More recent estimates from Neilsberg Research indicate that 28.53% of Banning's population falls into this age group, numbering around 8,753 seniors Local Resources Senior Service The City of Banning Parks and Recreation Department, Senior Services Division is responsible for the

Senior Resources Jewish Family Service of the Desert (Senior Case Management) Phone: 760-325-4088 Address: 490 S. Farrell Dr. Suite C-208, Palm Springs, CA 92262 www.fsdesert.org Joslyn Center – Penny’s Pantry & Meals on Wheels Phone: 760-340-3220 Address: 73750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260 www.joslyncenter.org Riverside County Department of Social Services Phone: 760-391-4170 Address: 44199 Monroe St. Indio, CA 92201 www.rivcodpss.org Senior Advocates of the Desert Ph

This list is provided as a helpful resource for High Desert residents. Senior Resources Reach Our Morongo Basin 29 Palms Office: 760-361-1410 Yucca Valley office: 760-369-8671 www.reachoutmb.org Twentynine Palms Senior Center Phone: 760-367-5780 Address: Adobe Rd, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277 Yucca Valley Senior Center Phone: 760-853-0208 Address: 57088 Twentynine Palms Hey, Yucca Valley, CA 92284 Joshua Tree Senior Center Phone: 760-366-2471 Address: 6171 Sunburst St, Joshua

These are essential tools and resources to help older adults and caregivers navigate the caregiving journey with confidence and ease. Locators & Databases Best Programs For Caregiving | Family Caregiver Alliance A free online database of proven dementia programs for family caregivers. https://bpc.caregiver.org/ Services By State Tool | Family Caregiver Alliance Helps family caregivers locate public, nonprofit, and private programs and services nearest their loved one—whe

Mobility challenges, frailty, joint pain, osteoporosis, balance problems, and age-related muscle loss can make something as routine as getting in and out of a vehicle much more difficult for older adults. Supportive car door handles, also called car canes or vehicle assist handles, are designed to provide additional leverage and stability during transfers in and out of a car. These portable devices typically fit securely into the vehicle’s door latch and create a sturdy handh

A social experiment called “Call A Boomer” is connecting two of the loneliest age groups: younger people and older adults.

A new research report from AARP highlights several gaps in how older adults navigate the online world, leaving them more vulnerable to fraud. While many older adults are taking important steps, such as using multi-factor authentication, there are still critical areas where protection falls short. One of the concerns they brought up is the use of the same password for multiple accounts. The research found that only about one-third of adults (35%) use a unique password for ever

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that higher levels of optimism were associated with a lower risk of developing dementia. Researchers suggest this may be because people who are more optimistic tend to engage in behaviors that support brain health. These include staying physically active, maintaining social connections, managing stress, and participating in mentally stimulating activities. What This Means for Caregivers If your c

You've tried everything. You bought the resistance bands. You suggested the morning walks. You even signed them up for that senior fitness class down the street. And yet, the bands are still in the bag, the walks never happened, and the class was quietly abandoned after the second session. But what if the issue is not resistance? What if it's a poor personality fit? A study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that people enjoy exercise significantly more when their wor

Wrist Arthritis The wrist is made up of many small bones that work together to allow movement for everyday tasks like gripping, lifting, and turning objects. Healthy wrists have a smooth layer of cartilage that allows bones to move easily and without friction. With arthritis, this cartilage gradually wears down. As it breaks away, the bones begin to rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. The three most common types of arthritis that affect the wrist are osteo