OPTUM AT HCC Grecia Nunez HCC Senior Ambassador Caregiver burnout is a serious concern, but it affects people in different ways. You might become very impatient, overwhelmed by anxiety or hopelessness, or isolated – not seeing family or friends as much. You may also feel constantly tired. Maybe you gain or lose weight without trying. And sleep – that’s a whole different challenge.

Pirchei Kosher is serving through Orange County’s Great Plates program Kosher meal delivery for those who qualify. This is a meal delivery service providing three meals a day for the duration of the program. To enroll, call Pirchei at (949) 215-9995. Other programs may be available for those who may not be able to qualify for this program. Contact us for more information or visit www.ypsshul.com/kosher.

HEALTH TIPS Have you ever left your doc- tor's office realizing you forgot to ask an important question? Or were you frustrated because you didn't fully understand the doctor's instructions? These tips may help. Decide What Questions Are Most Important Before your appointment, pick three or four questions or concerns that you most want to talk about with the doctor.

MENTAL HEALTH Mindful breathing exercises can help relieve stress News surrounding the cornavirus has brought on a multitude of new worries and anxiety. It’s important to try to take a moment to work on mindful breathwork when you find yourself feeling stressed or anxious. It’s simple, effective, and you can do it anywhere. Here’s how to implement this practice into your daily life:

Meals on Wheels of Long Beach, Inc. (MOWLB), delivers freshly cooked meals daily, Monday thru Friday, between 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Deliveries include a hot dinner, cold lunch, dessert and 8oz. carton of one percent milk. The cold lunch may be an entree salad or a sandwich with a small side salad. A diabetic dessert is available for those in need. Contact Caron Adler at (562) 439-5000, ext. 2 or

Hearts and Hands United in Giving (HHUG) is a small, local non-profit dedicated to helping the homeless in our community. HHUG accepts donations of clean used towels, new, unopened travel size shampoo, soap or lotion. New socks are the only clothing donation that HHUG accepts. Those who wish to donate can contact Linda Neer at (562) 430-3214 for pick up. Donations can also be left on her