SENIOR ASSESSMENT PROGRAM

OASIS staff assists seniors by suggesting and coordinating services
allowing them to stay in their homes and live independently. An
assessment of the individual senior and his or her current living
situation is conducted and then a variety of outside agencies as
well as OASIS programs are suggested.

INFORMATION & REFERRAL

Referrals to a vast assortment of information regarding senior
services such as home health care, housing options, adult day care,
assisted living and retirement facilities, legal assistance, Medicare
assistance, support groups, ombudsman services and more. If we
don’t know, we will find out.

MEDICAL DOCUMENTS

The California Hospital Association’s Advance Health Care Directive.
Available in the Administration Office.

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT TO LOAN

Wheelchairs and walkers are available in the Administration Office. Click HERE for more details.

TELEPHONE REASSURANCE

Daily telephone call for seniors who live alone and have limited
contact with friends or relatives.

MEMORY SUPPORT SERVICES: Alzheimer's Orange County

Professionals from Alzheimer’s Orange County can conduct a free memory screening and can also discuss linkages to resources, ways to maintain brain health, and give in-depth guidance on issues related to changes in memory. 

• In-person at OASIS. 
• Click here for flyer. 

Call 949-644-3244 to schedule your free appointment.

MEMORY SCREENING: Orange County Vital Aging

Provided by the Orange County Vital Aging Program- HOAG, this screening promotes early detection and prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease and related disorders.

• In-person screening at OASIS. 
• Click here for flyer.

Call 949-764-6288 or visit www.OCVitalAging.org | $45/Screening Fee

VISUAL AID SCREENING

Provided by the Braille Institute. When eye glasses are no longer sufficient, make an appointment with the Braille representative for a visual screening. Physician referral required.

Call 714-821-5000 or visit www.brailleinstitute.org.

ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

For family members and caregivers. Share support and receive valuable information and resources from people who understand. 

• 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month at 10:00 a.m.
• OASIS Senior Center Room 5

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Facilitated by the Caregiver Resource Center. This group provides a non-judgmental environment to talk openly about issues and concerns. RSVP not required. 

• Meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m.
• OASIS Senior Center Room 4

CONNECTIONS GROUP

Make deeper connections and new friends. Gather with others to engage in positive topical conversation led by a facilitator from Shanti OC. 

• Every Thursday at 2:00 p.m.
• OASIS Senior Center Room 5

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS, Newport Beach Chapter 

Providing friendship, understanding  and hope, the Compassionate Friends supports  every family experiencing the death of a son/daughter, brother/sister, or grandchild; help others better assist the grieving family. 

• 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
• OASIS Senior Center Room 5

THE GOOD GRIEF GROUP

An informal grief group facilitated by CareChoices Chaplain Chip Fisher. Join us for conversation and an opportunity to talk about your loss with others on the same journey. 

• 1st, 3rd (& 5th) Wednesday of the month at 10:00 a.m.
• OASIS Senior Center Room 4

VETERANS SOCIAL GROUP

Meeting includes food, fun, socializing, comradery with other veterans, guest speakers, sharing stories and interests. 

• 3rd Tuesday of the month at 11:30 a.m.
• Please RSVP by calling 949-644-3244
• OASIS Senior Center Event Center-A

AARP TAX AID: Free Prep Service

The OASIS will offer the Tax-Aid Program administered by the AARP Foundation in cooperation with the IRS. Free personal income tax assistance to middle and low-income taxpayers.  

• Click here for flyer with additional detailed information 

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT: 

• Scheduling starts January 8
• Newport Beach residents only
• Appointments are on Tuesday from 2/6 through 4/9
• Call 949-644-3244

HICAP: Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program

HICAP counselors assist you with information regarding health insurance, Medicare, Part D Drug Plan, Medi-Cal, HMOs,
supplemental and long term care insurance. Available twice monthly. Appointments are necessary and held in OASIS Administration Office.

LEGAL ASSISTANCE

Estate Planning Attorneys volunteer their time and give a 30 minute consultation on Estate Planning issues only. Please email or call OASIS 949-644-3244/OASIScenter@newportbeachca.gov to receive a list of participating Attorneys who will then arrange your consultation.

Eligibility Requirements

• Newport Beach homeowner currently living in the home that is in need of repair
• Age 60 and older
• At or below the low-income classification (based on the median income of Orange County) with net assets not to exceed gross household income for 18 months
• Home repair is of a critical nature (accessibility, safety concerns, health and well-being, cited by Code Enforcement)
• Applicant must currently live in housing that is unsafe or otherwise in poor condition
• Applicant must be unable to perform the repairs themselves
• Net assets of household may not exceed gross household income for 18 months
• Applicant must be unable to afford to pay a market rate contractor to complete the repairs
• Applicant must be willing to work with Habitat for Humanity of Orange County and City staff
• Applicant must be willing to provide a nominal financial contribution toward the project
• Project approval is at the discretion of program staff

Application Process

The first step in applying for assistance from SHARP begins with the completion of our Full application. Once the  full application is approved the next steps include the following:

• Intake process
• Provide necessary documentation
• In-person interview
• Home inspection (Note: SHARP program staff do not cold calling residents to schedule inspections)

The processing time may vary depending on the capacity of program staff, and could take as long as four months. Similarly, if the application is approved, it may take some time before the home repair project begins (anywhere from one month to one year). The amount of time required to complete the home repair project depends upon the nature of the work, the number of other applicants already been approved for the program, funding, and other related factors.

Approval of applicants for selection is dependent upon assessment of the following criteria:

• Need
• Ability to meet all eligibility requirements
• Willingness to partner with OASIS and Habitat for Humanity Orange County

In addition to these criteria, OASIS and Habitat Orange County reserve the right to select recipients according to affiliate budget and capacity. Applicants will be notified of their status after program staff have carried out a complete evaluation, which includes but is not limited to a financial underwriting process, home visit and home assessment.

For more information about the program, how to qualify or apply, please contact the City's OASIS staff at 949-644-3244.

Resources:

• SHARP Full Application 
• SHARP Program Brochure

Virtual support groups:
▪ NAMI OC Online Support Groups