Join the Lynnwood Senior Center Foundation for a Champagne & Crepes fundraiser on Saturday, March 25. The event runs from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and open to community members of all ages. Call 425-670-5050 to RSVP. The LSC Foundation is an independent 501 (c) (3) organization and donations are tax-deductible. All proceeds directly benefit the Lynnwood…
Do you know a senior living alone or with a senior partner who may be isolated, lonely or in need of help with basic activities of daily living.? In a study sponsored by AARP, researchers from the University of Michigan surveyed a group of about 2,000 Americans ages 50 to 80. More than a third…
This article is for information purposes only and is in no way meant to offer legal advice. For advice on your particular case, we strongly suggest that you contact your attorney. There is a horrific story in the December 2022/January 2023 edition of The AARP Magazine. The article, “Unnatural Causes, The Texas Elder Murders,” by…
“There ought to be a law!” Well, there is. The Elder and Vulnerable Adult Referral Agency Act, RCW 18.330, outlines the regulation for Senior Housing Referral Professionals in Washington State. Why is this important? Early thoughts on aging and care date back to 44 BC when Cicero wrote a text about aging, “On Old Age.”…
The Lynnwood Senior Center (LSC) offers recreation trips every month, year-round. Call 425-670-5050 or visit them at 19000 44th Ave. W,, Lynnwood to learn more and sign up. Pre-registration is required and all ages are welcome. Fremont Factory Experience Jan. 23, 10 a.m. $36/$42 non-member Death Trap– Red Curtain Theatre, Marysville Jan. 29, 1 p.m. $26/$32…
With the state legislative session underway, a coalition advocating for older Washingtonians gathered Thursday to discuss priorities for 2023. The “Age Wave Coalition” breakfast in Olympia focused on the issues families and the state face with a rapidly aging population. Rep. Steve Tharinger is a longtime member of the Joint Legislative-Executive Committee on Aging and…
Today I’m sharing an article written by Joan Rettmann, Regional Director of Sales for Koelsch Communities, on moving to a retirement community. Joan has many years’ experience working in the senior housing field and her insights align perfectly with the services we provide at Forever Care Services. Our personalized guidance helps families find the best…
When you need a house, you contact a realtor. When you need a job, you contact a recruiter. When your senior family member can no longer live safely in their home, who are you going to call? And what do you Google for help? And who can you trust? And what does it cost? Four…
If you’d like to give golf a try or if winter weather is keeping you from the course, the Lynnwood Senior Center is offering a group indoor golf program beginning Jan.10. To get a special rate, call 425-670-5050 or stop by Lynnwood Senior Center, located at 19000 44th Ave W. The Lynnwood Senior Center offers…
Something moved in my gut! I’d just put on a uniquely beautiful set of rings and whoa, they’d made a physical impact on me. What?! I repeated the process to verify what happened. Confirmed. I walked away bewildered; what happened? Walking on the college campus to pick up (?) grades perhaps, and coming toward me…
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Social isolation, despair and unfit living conditions affect many seniors living in the City of Lynnwood. Homage, the largest provider of services for older adults and people with disabilities in Snohomish County, has created a gift guide to spread hope this holiday season for area seniors in need. “The majority of people receiving our services live on…
Age-friendly business practices and hiring older adults is the topic of Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s virtual coffee chat set for Tuesday, Oct. 11 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. The U.S. workforce is aging at a rapid rate. It is estimated that 25% of workers in the U.S. and U.K. will be over the age of 55 by…
Edmonds Center for the Arts has announced the in-person return of its Dementia-Inclusive Series – a line-up of creative and social enrichment programs designed to engage people living with memory loss and their loved ones. Launched in 2015, the series developed collaboratively with the feedback and support of senior services organizations, memory care professionals, and…
According the United States Fire Administration, older adults have a 2.6 times greater risk of dying in a fire than the U.S. population as a whole. In the U.S. and Canada, adults age 65 and older comprise about 12% of the population, making it essential to take the necessary steps to stay safe. Last year…
Are you passionate about helping seniors age well in their own homes? Are you looking for volunteer opportunities with a committed, enthusiastic nonprofit board of directors? The Northwest Neighbors Network (NNN) is looking for board members willling to serve for six to eight hours per month and one- to two-year terms. Opportunities include community outreach, social events,…
Lynnwood-based Homage Senior Services, which provides services for older adults and people with disabilities in Snohomish County, is gearing up to launch its first Engage: Mind and Body challenge. The challenge will work to raise money for Homage and the various programs it runs. When considering ways to engage with the community, Mollie Meyer, Homage’s…
Loss is a natural part of every life. Whether it’s a loved one, a pet, your stock portfolio, or your health, loss can be depressing, lonely, and painful. The Edmonds Waterfront Center is sponsoring a virtual “Processing Loss” workshop Wednesday July 27, from 1 to 5 p.m. The workshop, held via Zoom, was created by Ariele M. Huff,…
Sno-Isle Libraries is hosting a virtual event Tuesday, July 19, to help participants settle their affairs before they die. “Leaving Lightly: Getting Your Affairs in Order so All You Leave Behind is Love” is a one-hour session with host Jan Kraft about mortality, the reasons individuals should get their affairs in order themselves and what…
Praise for Ken Dychtwald’s book What Retirees Want includes comments like “a compelling call to purpose and action, Boomers are poised to accomplish their most enduring work,” “it will fire up your imagination,” “the modern elder can offer the world both curiosity and wisdom,” “a time of unprecedented opportunity to fulfill dreams deferred and meet…
Northwest Neighbors Network, which works to help seniors age well in their own homes, is hosting an interactive discussion Wednesday, June 1 about ways that seniors can maintain their independence for as long as possible. Northwest Neighbors Network serves residents in North King County (Shoreline and Lake Forest Park) and South Snohomish County (Edmonds, Brier,…
Eligible low-income seniors are invited to apply for Snohomish County’s Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. The program is aimed at increasing the community’s intake of fruits and vegetables; expanding the use of local farmers markets, farm stores and community-supported agriculture programs; and increasing sales of Washington- grown fruits, vegetables and herbs. A list of participating…
On the theme of thriving, I’m just stopping by to test your personal understanding of yourself. What’s your Secret Sauce? What makes life work for you? Or, what do people frequently come to you for? For me, thinking about this for myself makes me feel warm inside. Does it for you, too? Sure, it could be…
The Lynnwood Senior Center is hosting a root beer social with Mayor Christine Frizzell on Wednesday, March 30. Attendees are invited to enjoy casual conversation and frosty treats at the free event, which will will run from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. The Lynnwood Senior Center is located at 19000 44th Ave. W.
Joyce Major started sensing a need to expand her heart. In her mid-50s and selling real estate in Seattle, she became uncomfortable with her life. Her two sons would be leaving college and home soon. What came next for her? As it turns out, she dreamed a dream of doing community service projects around the…
Providence ElderPlace, which combines health care and social services in one place for older adults, will open its first Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in Snohomish County on April 1. According to a news release, the program offers medical care, social services and transportation to older adults who wish to continue to…
