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Recover from Surgery at Mirabella Our beautiful Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has recently expanded so that we can offer our services to even more people—both Mirabella residents and members of the general public. Now that we’ve added 22 new private suites and 2 semi-private rooms, you can easily work with our friendly and knowledgeable staff to pre-schedule your post-surgical recovery stays. Do you have a knee replacement or hip replacement surgery coming up? Are you having another type of surgery that will require a short stay in a Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center? If so, you owe it to yourself to come see what Mirabella offers: Ŕ 5IF GJOFTU TLJMMFE OVSTJOH BDDPNNPEBUJPOT JO BMM PG 4FBUUMF Ŕ 5IF CFTU DMJOJDBM DBSF BOE SFIBC TFSWJDFT UP IFMQ ZPV SFDPWFS RVJDLMZ
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The Importance of Nutrition for Seniors Living with Dementia or Alzheimer’s by Maggi Broggel Lack of exercise At Living Care Lifestyles communities, we have Life Enrichment Directors and other staff on-site to ensure our residents receive plenty of exercise. From sit down volleyball to fun exercise walks, we try to keep our residents very active to stay healthy and eat properly.
No matter what your age, eating nutritious meals is important for everyone to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. Eating the right kind of foods can boost your brain power, ease pain and even cure certain diseases. Seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s especially need to ensure they are eating the right kind of foods, and drinking enough liquids. Poor nutrition may increase behavioral symptoms and cause weight loss. As a registered nurse practitioner for Living Care Lifestyles, I make sure that our residents in all our communities are provided with proper nutrition to keep their bodies strong and healthy. Causes of poor appetite When you have a loved one suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s, it’s important to ensure they are provided a good diet. As the disease progresses, loss of appetite and or weight loss may become a concern. There are several causes of a poor appetite you should be aware of: Changes in smell As you age, the body goes through changes that are triggered by both the aging process and changes in nutrition, sleep and exercise that affects the body on a cellular level. These differences impact the sensory system of the body and may result in seniors not receiving the essential nutrients. According to author J.M. Boyce, in the Postgraduate Medical Journal, “the decline to be able to smell and differentiate smells can be related to a decrease in the number of nerve fibers in the olfactory system.” In other words, a reduced number of cells and reduction in sensitivity of those remaining cells, results in a change in the ability of an individual to interpret scent. Medications Pay close attention to the medications seniors are taking especially if a new drug is introduced or if dosages of current drugs are increased or decreased. These types of changes can affect the appetite so be sure to check with your healthcare provider.
Not recognizing food When dementia or Alzheimer’s progresses, the person may no longer recognize the foods presented to him or her. By offering a wide-variety of foods, it can minimize the way your loved one reacts to what is served to them. Nutrition tips Here are some important nutrition tips for caregivers and others to keep in mind: • Balanced diet – Offer a variety of foods such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein foods (low-fat dairy products, fish, chicken etc.). • Avoid foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats – Some fat is essential for health, but not all fat is equal. Provide meals that limit the amount of fats that are bad for the heart and overall health such as butter, lard, fatty cuts of meat, high-fat dairy products, processed fatty foods, etc. • Limit refined sugars – Most refined sugars are found in processed foods. Some are listed by other names in the list of ingredients, such as monosaccharides, sorghum, sorghum molasses and many other names so be on the lookout. • Use less salt – Most people consume way too much salt and sodium, which can increase blood pressure and can cause a variety of other health-related problems. Use spices or herbs to season foods as an alternative (e.g. Mrs. Dash seasoning). Maggi meals Beginning this year and into 2015, I will be sharing some nutritious recipes anyone can make for seniors. I call it “Maggi Meals,” and every month I will provide a recommended recipe from food experts. The Dutch are a hearty group where exercise and wholesome eating are traditional with the Dutch. I highly recommend this orange soup because it’s comforting for the cold weather and full of rich Vitamin A and antioxidants. Serve it with a crusty piece of whole wheat bread and Gouda cheese for a hearty and healthy meal! You can find new recipes from Maggi Meals each month by visiting www.LivingCareLifestyles.com, or on our Facebook at www.Facebook.com/LivingCareLifestyles, or on Twitter at www.Twitter.com/LivingCarelife.
Maggi Broggel is an RN, C LNC and V.P. of Clinical Services at Living Care Lifestyles. For more information, please email Maggi at Maggib@livingcarelifestyles.com or call (206) 441-1770. 2
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Q1 / 2015 FEATURES The Importance of Nutrition for Seniors Living with 2 Dementia or Alzheimer’s Maggi Broggel
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Retirement at Green Lake...an Urban Oasis by Jeannette Barksdale
Seattle, WA – Considered one of the top retirement destinations in the Pacific Northwest and the U.S. – Huffington Post. When baby boomers think about Seattle, the first thing that might come to mind is the misty gray and endless showers. Rain or shine, it’s hard to find a more thrilling setting. There are two glorious mountain ranges rising beyond – the Olympics in the West and the Cascades in the East. For people who love to be near water, hikers, skiers, walkers, or just generally enjoy the outdoor life, Seattle is a dream. The rain isn’t always so much rain, as it is a refreshing mist. It usually never stops anyone from biking the Burke Gilman trail, heading to one of their favorite cafes, or cheering on their beloved Seahawks or Sounders. Nestled just north of the downtown area, is the urban oasis Green Lake. With quick access to city life, this boutique neighborhood offers restaurants, lakeside walks, wine shops, theatres, and farmers markets. Green Lake is the perfect option for retirement, and is your gateway to the best of the Greater Seattle area. The lake, which provides the perfect landscape for daily jogs or walks, bird watching, meditating, kayaking, or just sitting on a bench and taking it all in, is an oasis that offers the culture and excitement of downtown without the hustle and bustle. It’s perfect for those who enjoy vibrant cultural activities like the opera and theatre, or the eclectic vibe of Pike Place Market, the waterfront, and Belltown; It’s just a hop and a skip and you’re there. Don’t want to drive? The public transportation available at Green Lake will take you wherever you need to go. Seattle is rapidly becoming a world-class walkable city. The new SoundTransit light rail connects Seattle to the SeaTac Airport, and is rapidly expanding to local areas. Green Lake has one of the highest walkable scores in the Pacific Northwest. According to “Walk Score” (a private company that rates city neighborhoods and provides them with a ‘score’ based on their walkability) Green Lake is a “walker’s paradise.” It was given a score of 86, and noted as a city, “where daily errands don’t require a car.” Seattle is known to be one of the top walkable cities. Walking is a great physical activity that can help keep you fit, keeps you connected to your community, and does wonders for the heart and soul! Retirement is the most important transition we make in the latter part of life. Seattle, rated as the 3rd top best places to retire by money.cnn.com, offers more than the usual amenities that people are looking for to retire. Whether you are an adventurist seeking outdoor activities like walking and water activities, or an intellectual who wants to take advantage of the abundance of cultural gems, Seattle has it all. With a reputation of serving seniors for over 48 years, the Hearthstone is expanding its services to include Village Cove at Green Lake, a 28-unit independent living retirement community. Village Cove’s independent retirement options offer all the same amenities and higher levels of care. This makes Village Cove a perfect option for an active retirement. With this important transition, you can even find long-term retirement options such as the historic Hearthstone, Green Lake’s cherished retirement community...and its upcoming Village Cove, which offer its residents a full continuum of care. Why move to a Continuing Care Retirement Community? A CCRC offers security for the remainder of life. With Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing all available under one roof, a resident never needs to worry about the “what ifs” in the event that their care needs change. Residents at Village Cove will be provided all the same benefits through the Hearthstone, Green Lake. With its vast array of retirement amenities, it is the perfect choice for those active and fulfilling leisure years. If you want more information about retirement at Green Lake, go to: www.hearthstone.org (206-517-2213) or www.villagecove.org (206-774-5153). For more on Walk Score, visit: http://www.walkscore.com/WA/Seattle 6
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Celebrating the “ART of Life” by Jamie Gettemy Most people work their entire lives to save for retirement. Yet, when they finally reach that pie in the sky goal, they are left feeling a little disconnected. It is important that seniors maintain a degree of social connectedness to their community and peers. Yet, they just finished a lifetime of 9 to 5, and certainly don’t want to start pounding the pavement for a new career. So, what is another alternative to age actively and with purpose? Volunteer work is a quick and simple cure. After a period of sitting home alone, and not much to “write home about,” symptoms of depression can start to take over. Seniors who feel isolation and depression express less optimism. Reduced social contact is also associated with a lower quality of life for seniors, which can lead to poor health. They may start to feel a little like the invisible man or woman, contributing to their sense of a lack of value. They don’t want to just be on the receiving end at this point in their life, but would like to give back a little too. Helping seniors stay active in their communities enhances a greater social inclusion, volunteerism, and community engagement. Most seniors are driven by a desire for connectedness, and helping to make the community a better place is a great start. They feel connected to their neighborhoods and communities, which is an exciting venture for them. This is the perfect opportunity for seniors to give back. Volunteering provides seniors with a purpose, which can help them sustain a healthier lifestyle. It is positive for them physically, mentally, and increases their social activity. Putting someone’s needs before our own, can help us to feel better emotionally. Many seniors have spent a lifetime perfecting their creative and domestic skills, and would like to share their talents and experiences. Not only are seniors giving back, but they are gaining, as well. They are able to communicate with others who share their same interests. This dramatically increases their social skills, leading to a feeling of happiness and health. Ultimately, their confidence is boosted, which is certain to brighten anyone’s day. Volunteer opportunities for seniors can range from arts, entertainment, sports, education, social services, and the list goes on depending on your skills and interests. Animal shelters can be ideal for a senior who loves being around animals. Maybe you don’t regularly get to spend time with your grandkids. If so, a children’s program at a library might be a good fit. You can play grandma or grandpa to a group of kids that will enjoy storytelling. Visiting a nursing home is always a wonderful idea. Older patients will appreciate a visit from a volunteer that is close in age, and can provide shared experiences. Non-profit organizations are always looking for volunteers that can help with events, recruit other volunteers, or work the phones. It is important to take the time to understand what volunteer 8
opportunity truly excites you, and make sure that whatever you’re doing brings joy to your life. At Skagit Valley Senior Village we believe that just because you’ve retired from work, doesn’t mean that you have to retire from life. We know you have better things to do, and we would like to assist you in inventing, creating, giving back, learning, mentoring, playing, relaxing, and carrying out your dreams. Our answer to help you fulfill these things is, “Celebrating the ART of Life.” We want to keep our residents involved in the life of others, giving them purpose and companionship while they give back to the community. The “ART of Life” Club is open to anyone who is interested. The club meets once a month to discuss their focus and community needs. The “ART of Life” Club has recently completed several projects. The residents made and hung curtains for the Burlington Senior Center. They went shopping for the material, sewed them, and hung them with others at the Senior Center. They also helped to organize a coat drive for the Burlington/Edison schools. The most recent project involved the residents spending an hour at Starbucks paying it forward with $5 dollar gift cards that our residents handed out to strangers. Of course, our main focus at Skagit Valley Senior Village is serving our residents. We strive every day to make a positive difference in their lives. However, we believe our residents can in turn extend this concept to the surrounding community. In other words, our culture is celebrating the opportunity to serve and give meaning to serving others. We not only want to just serve our residents, but give our residents the opportunities to serve others too. This is what drives the “Art of Life” Club. We would love for you to take the time to come and visit us at Skagit Valley. Allow us to take care of all the details, so you can get on with living. To set up a tour please contact Skagit Valley Senior Village at 360-755-5550 for a continuum of care; Retirement, Assisted Living, and Memory Care.
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Footsteps by Mervet Mitchell
A guiding principle at Madison House is there is nothing more important than family. We enjoy our residents and hearing them say “living at Madison House is just like coming home.” That is our goal! With that in mind, we’d like to share some very special stories with you of our 2nd generation residents. Knowing that your parents were happy and enjoyed their lives at Madison House is a compelling reason to follow in their footsteps. And for that, we are honored. Please allow us to introduce you to: Toni Blier Toni’s mother was a resident at Madison House. After the passing of her father, Toni’s mother, Olive Hathaway, didn’t want to live alone. From a close bridge friend at Madison House came an invitation to consider a move there. While living at Madison House, Olive met her second husband, Jack McKinsey. Toni recalls Jack inviting her mother to go on trips with him, but Olive declined, as they were not married. Jack found a simple solution – he suggested they get married – which they did, and were fortunate to enjoy many wonderful years together. Toni recalls “Mom was very picky, and if she was happy at Madison House, then I knew I would be too!” After visiting Madison House, Toni’s two sons, Roger from Kirkland & Kevin from Redmond, said “they could definitely see their mom living here and knew she would love it.” This past summer, when Toni became a widow, she made the move to Madison House. Toni couldn’t be happier with her new home. “The staff is delightful, kind, and everyone is warm and thoughtful.” This makes Toni and her many friends who come by to visit feel at ease and very welcome. Betty Little The next 2nd generation resident we’d like to introduce you to is Betty. She followed in her Aunt’s footsteps, Mary Chamblin, who had moved to Madison House in 1982. Mary and her husband had lived in Ojai, California, but after his passing, Mary wanted to be closer to family and made the decision to move to the Seattle area. Betty recalls her aunt reminiscing of how she had watched Madison House being built, and what a beautiful retirement community it was. Her Aunt Mary had commented often of how much she liked it at Madison House and especially enjoyed the dining experience, where residents made it a special occasion by “dressing up” for dinner. Betty made the move to Madison House in 2005. She states that, “she chose Madison House because it’s a very beautiful place and my Aunt Mary loved it there until her passing in 1985.” Mary Holmberg The last resident we’d like to highlight is Mary Holmberg. Mary’s mother, Rhoda Barrie, moved to Madison House in 1980. “After my dad’s passing my mom hated being alone. Nonetheless, we were very surprised when she 10
announced she was making the move to Madison House and had done all the research on her own. She was very content and happy there.” Mary says, “At the time of my mother’s move, Madison House was very new and the first of its kind in the Kirkland area. Mom was always very social. She was so enthusiastic about Madison House that she offered to be ‘the hostess’ and gave tours on Sundays.” Rhoda & her husband raised 3 children, and Mary was their middle child. In 2005, two years after Mary lost her husband, she moved to Madison House. “I didn’t like living alone anymore, and didn’t want to maintain my large home. I wanted to have company, and knew how much my mom loved her time here.” Mary remembered while visiting her mother, seeing people working on ceramics which they would sell at the fall bazaar. There was always a bridge game to join and friends and staff to keep her company.” Mary is very pleased to find that Madison House continues to be a vibrant place to live. Thank you to Toni Blier, Betty Little, and Mary Holmberg for making Madison House their home and sharing their memories with all of us. Madison House is currently undergoing an exciting transformation, which began August 2014. It’s a fresh and updated look to compliment a new enthusiasm for customer care and service. Some of our new enhancements will be: • Resident apartment renovations including total kitchen & bath remodels with updated lighting, flooring and walls. • Added Features: Resident services desk, laundry on every floor, a café/bistro, movie theatre, private dining room for families, additional family gathering spaces & an updated salon. We’re very excited about our new look and can’t wait to share it with you! For additional information with a tour/lunch please call 425-821-8210 or go to www.koelschseniorcommunities.com/madison-house
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A Roadmap for Living Well by Lindsey Hanson
January signifies all kinds of new beginnings, from a new page on a calendar to New Year’s resolutions. But why does the well-intentioned start to the new year so often lose momentum? Why does it seem that every year, often-dreaded resolutions are abandoned before February, leaving us with a sense of defeat? The gym membership goes unused, bad habits prevail, and little is accomplished in the long run. What if, instead of creating a checklist of do’s and don’ts, the focus was simply on wellness? Rather than just losing ten pounds or lowering your cholesterol, what if you resolved to live well, with intention and purpose each day? Experiencing fullness of life, amplifying the positive, and removing what’s holding you back. While choosing wellness may include health-related goals, the focus is greater. It shifts from what you may be cutting out of your life to what you’ll gain. Focusing less on consuming fewer calories, and focusing more on the increased energy you’ll have when you nourish your body with the right fuel. Focusing less on various commitments on your calendar, and focusing more on creating a sense of connectedness in community. Wellness isn’t your todo list, it’s the approach to everything on your list. When wellness is the focus, the approach is holistic and small steps battle feelings of defeat. One misstep in one facet of life doesn’t set the whole course off track; it simply gives the opportunity to choose a different path tomorrow. Few people exemplify wellness quite like Dennis Ochsner. He demonstrates that a lifestyle focused on wellness is not outlandish, but completely attainable. The Cristwood campus is known for being peaceful, but few people regularly experience the solitude at the break of dawn. The day is new, the air is crisp, and Dennis Ochsner is spinning his wheels. Literally. He’s not wasting his time; Dennis is an avid cyclist who bikes an average of 200 miles every week. Not simply a New Year’s resolution to exercise more often, Dennis has developed a pattern of wellness in his life. Dennis has been an active cyclist, runner and skier for most of his life, but he saw retirement as an opportunity to spend more time doing the things he loves. In his early 70s, Dennis is just ramping up his speed. An extremely early riser, he takes the opportunity to begin most of his days on his bike. He’s continually on the search for scenic routes and steady inclines to push his cycling ability. Sometimes he joins friends for camaraderie along the many miles, and other times he enjoys the time alone in solitude and prayer, finding peace in the constant rotation of the pedals. After a successful career in graphic design and advertising, creating storyboards and illustrations, the storyboard of his own life now consists of an intricate map of the roads and trails that he rides by memory. Dennis moved to the Garden Apartments at Cristwood several years ago, and was quickly drawn to the serene campus. He found it easy to connect with his neighbors and the surrounding community, having more time to invest in his interests since the responsibilities of home maintenance are managed by the Cristwood staff. He works part-time at a market in Edmonds, just a few minutes away from Cristwood, where he stays connected to the surrounding community and continually finds new inspiration for creating healthy meals to fuel his passion for cycling. Just as the roads he rides are interconnected, so are the facets of Dennis’ life. Eating well, staying active, pursuing his interests, connecting with the community, and developing new friendships are all interconnected components in the map of his everyday life. When asked about what life is like at Cristwood, Dennis explained, “You have to experience it to really understand what it’s like here. I’ve never been more relaxed or sleep as easily as I do now that I live at Cristwood. It’s such a peaceful place.” Choosing to live well every day is just part of what makes Cristwood a landmark on his roadmap of life. Keep things simple this year with a resolution to live well, and experience the richness of a life lived with purpose. For more information on living a life connected at Cristwood, visit cristaseniorliving.org or call (206)546-7565. 12
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Why Do You Stay? by Jennifer White
As part of the interview process I frequently ask new care staff, “Why did you get into care giving?” Having spent the majority of my childhood growing up with my maternal grandparents who were born in 1910 and 1915, it was important to me that my staff were in this business for the right reason. On occasion I would be told that this was their stepping stone to a career in nursing, but more often than not came the answer, “I want to help people.” Then, one day at an all staff meeting I decided to ask a different question. I currently have six staff members who have worked in our Specialized Memory Care building for more than 5 years each, and several more who are well on their way. What I wanted to know from them was, “Why do you stay?” More specifically, I wanted to know, “Why do you stay in this building?” The answer was unanimous, and it wasn’t the answer that I was expecting. Where new staff tell me that they become caregivers for what they can do for the residents, my seasoned staff responded that it was about what they GET from the residents. Whoa! What? On a daily basis these folks can be yelled at, called names, struck, and kicked. These are the people who leave their own families in the early morning hours, or stay awake all through the night to clean up messes, prepare meals, and provide comfort and safety to other’s loved ones. Through all of that, this is not what they see. They see themselves as reaping the benefits of what their residents have to give them. They delight in the hugs and laughter, and sense of family that makes up our little community. They stay for Ruth. They stay for Fred. They stay for Mary. Then, when these people are gone, they stay for the ones that follow; the ones they have yet to learn from, but will. These wonderful caregivers give such selfless dedication on a daily basis. From dancing with them in the living room, to sitting vigil while someone is actively dying, it’s the joy and compassion they give to each of our residents that makes me so very proud to work alongside these devoted professionals. To my veterans: Shelly, Robert, Jose, Natasha, Laarni, Hermie, Kim, and Rosa – THANK YOU! Jennifer White is the Director of Operations for CarePartners Management Group, with five locations to serve our seniors: Vineyard Park at Mountlake Terrace, Vineyard Park Bothell, the Cottages of Mill Creek, Everett Plaza, and the Cottages at Marysville. For more information you can email Jennifer@carepartnersliving.com, or call 425-239-5272.
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To Know Chateau Is To Know Our Residents by Donna Madison, Niece of Shigemi
Chateau Retirement Communities’ mission is to help residents live happier, healthier and longer lives. We accomplish this by learning who our residents are and were and sharing these stories with everyone we can. Today we’d like to celebrate Shigemi Hasegawa who turned 101 years old this past year and currently lives at our Chateau Pacific community in Lynnwood WA. Shigemi was born on August 8, 1913 at Roche Harbor, Washington. She was the second child and eldest daughter in the family and joined an older brother who was born in 1908 in Japan. Subsequently she had 2 more brothers and 2 more sisters. Her parents moved the family to the Yakima Valley before 1920. She and her siblings grew up on the Yakima Indian Reservation. Her family farmed on the reservation. Her brothers were athletes who played football and baseball. Shigemi being the oldest sister was not to be outdone. She played girls’ baseball and was the short stop for her high school varsity team when she was in the ninth grade.
Shigemi at 101
She graduated from Wapato High School and went onto business school in Seattle. From the 1920s to the 1940s there was a large population of Japanese immigrants farming in the Yakima Valley. Most of the immigrants like Shigemi’s parents never became US citizens. Shigemi was one of the earliest of her generation, being born in the US, to be US citizens at birth. When Shigemi turned 18, she was able to sign land leases for her family and friends of her family because of her citizenship. She and some other young Japanese Americans during the 1930s in the Yakima Valley had acres of farm land leased under their names at the ripe old age of 18. In 1942 Shigemi came back home to Wapato to join her parents, her brothers and sisters with the threat of internment of West Coast Japanese Americans. It was a scary time for her family and Shigemi returned to be with them. Her family was interned on September 1, 1942 to Heart Mountain, Wyoming. All the Japanese American families who lived in the Yakima Valley had to leave their homes, crops, and all of their belongings. Heart Mountain, Wyoming is a desolate location and the families had to live in barracks. Many families lived in one barrack with sheets hung in between to provide a semblance of privacy. Once Shigemi knew her family was safe, she petitioned to leave the Heart Mountain internment camp. She was not allowed to return to the West Coast so she was sponsored by a family in Chicago.
Shigemi in High School
Shigemi’s Varsity Baseball Team
She moved to Chicago and lived there from 1943 until she moved to Chateau Pacific in 2005. In Chicago she met and married her soul mate, Ken Hasegawa. Shigemi worked as a bookkeeper for many years, and ended her career overseeing the accounting department. Ken passed away in 1984. They had no children but they were the favorite Aunt and Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Shigemi and Ken were the Aunt and Uncle who never missed a big event in the lives of their nieces and nephews. In fact, a niece and nephew actually came to live with them in Chicago for several years after college. Ken and Shigemi traveled extensively and always slipped in a couple of trips a year to Las Vegas with friends. Shigemi bowled and traveled to bowling tournaments on the West coast. She quit bowling in 2005 when she was 92 and she moved here to Chateau Pacific. Family and friends came from all over to help surprise Shigemi on her 100th Birthday in August of 2013 – Maine, Paris, Idaho, California, Chicago!!! This past year has been a challenging one for Shigemi. She fractured her pelvis in November, 2013, shortly after her 100th birthday. Just as she was recuperating from that injury she broke her hip. As I have watched her overcome these latest setbacks, Shigemi is a role model of courage and strength. She’s amazing! Call Chateau to see how we can help you live happier, healthier, and longer today! 425-361-0868
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Restless Legs Syndrome by Robert Reyna MD Island Hospital Sleep Wellness Center
“Why do I get this creepy, crawling feeling in my legs at night that makes me get up and walk around to make it go away?” Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder in which the person feels unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable, and sometimes overwhelming, urge to move to relieve the feeling. People with this problem often describe the sensations as pulling, itching, tingling, burning, aching, or electric shocks. The sensations range in severity from uncomfortable, to irritating, to painful. Though leg movements are most commonly reported, RLS can affect other parts of the body as well. The arms can also be affected, with one side or both sides being involved. Typically one in 10 experience RLS. It is more common in women than men, and onset can occur at any age. Children may also be affected by RLS. Many have moderate to severe symptoms, and experience difficulty sitting or lying still when tired or at rest. People whose family members have RLS are also more likely to develop the disorder. Based on the most current research, this suggests that genetics – specifically, the faulty use or lack of iron in the brain – appears to be the main cause of restless legs syndrome. The brain uses iron to make the chemical dopamine and to control other brain activities. Dopamine works in the parts of the brain that control movement. Many conditions can affect how much iron is in the brain, or how it’s used. These conditions include: • Kidney failure • Parkinson’s disease • Diabetes • Rheumatoid arthritis • Pregnancy • Iron deficiency Medications may also trigger RLS, including: • Anti-nausea medicines (used to treat upset stomach) • Antidepressants (used to treat depression) • Antipsychotics (used to treat certain mental-health disorders) • Cold and allergy medicines that contain antihistamines • Calcium channel blockers (used to treat heart problems and high blood pressure). RLS symptoms usually get better, or may even go away if the medicine is stopped. Certain substances, such as alcohol and tobacco, also can trigger or worsen RLS symptoms. For those with mild to moderate symptoms, certain lifestyle changes and activities to reduce or eliminate symptoms are often effective, including: • Decreased use of caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco may provide some relief. • Supplements to correct deficiencies in iron, folate and magnesium. • Taking a hot bath, massaging the legs, or using a heating pad or ice pack can help relieve symptoms in some patients. Some individuals have periods of remission in which symptoms decrease or disappear for days, weeks, or months, although symptoms usually eventually reappear. RLS is generally a life-long condition. and symptoms may gradually worsen with age. Nevertheless, current therapies and medications can control the disorder, minimizing symptoms and increasing periods of restful sleep. Having an evaluation by a physician is the first step in evaluating and treating RLS, and your first step to a good night’s sleep. For those interested, Island Hospital holds a Restless Legs Support Group on its campus. Call (360) 299-1309 for information. Dr. Robert Reyna is board-certified in Sleep Medicine and practices at the Island Hospital Sleep Wellness Center, which provides child and adult sleep services in a specially built facility at 1110 22nd St., Anacortes. For information call (360) 299-8676, or visit www.islandhospital.org/sleepwellnesscenter. 20
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Untapped Talents and the Importance of Life Enrichment, Ambassadorship in Retirement Communities by Karen Colangelo Over the course of a 30 year career working with seniors in nursing homes and retirement communities, I have found that the quality of life they are able to enjoy has everything to do with a sense of purpose, and having meaningful activities in which to be involved. Consider for a moment, what has happened to the life of a senior moving to these retirement communities. Some have experienced the loss of a spouse. Others have lost siblings, best friends or neighbors they have been close to for several years. For some it has been the experience of the empty nest, or possibly children and grandchildren moving far away. The move to the retirement community may be precipitated by the loss of their driver’s license, or perhaps losses within their body such as diminishing vision or hearing. All of this can leave a senior with the feeling of “What next?”
socializing, eating with others, and was able to eliminate her need for assisted living services. She worked every day making these toys, and recruited other women from the community and the senior center to join her. Together they formed a group that would knit items, and donate in the larger community. Some items they would sell at local craft shows to cover the cost of materials. While they became pretty well known locally, they found other organizations that offered to donate yarn and other materials, which increased their ability to bring joy from their craft to others. When Elizabeth was passing away she said, “My life became worth living again, because of where I lived.” That Activity Director and Resident Ambassador changed many lives for the better by finding common interests, and a way to approach the activity with enthusiasm and purpose.
Walking into the door of a retirement community takes a lot of courage. It requires admitting to one’s self that, I need help, I need friends, I am tired of being alone, and eating alone. There are many things to be found on the inside of that door: a professional, warm, and caring staff, the amenities, ambiance, and good food that all communities advertise. These things can make the difference between truly enjoying the remainder of their lives. They can discover that life still has meaning and purpose, with a lot left to do, learn, and experience. This can happen if we are ensuring that we are going beyond the initial move in with our support. By observing our residents and creating areas of untapped talents and new friendships, or the learning of a new skill or game, we can give the residents a truly enjoyable life. This will give them things to look forward to, instead of looking back. This is where Activities Directors, Resident Ambassadors and Hospitality Committees come into play. I can think of many examples from my years in the industry, but I will talk about just a few.
There was another resident in Florida who was a wonderful chef, baker, and gardener. I will name him Frank. His wife had predeceased him, and he was missing her terribly. His children were very attentive towards him, but it did not fill the void he felt. After selling his home as a way to start over and escape the daily reminders, he moved to a retirement community near where he had lived in Tampa, Florida. The community had beautiful gardens, patios, and a Gardening Club. In the past, Frank had won awards for his orchids, and began to spark an interest in cultivating orchids. The Life Enrichment Director of that community helped him to meet other residents who also had gardens and orchids, and introduced all of them to a local orchid group. The members of this group started coming to the community to join Frank and the other residents, and together they grew orchids and other flowers native to Florida. They have had local press coverage, and won awards. Frank, although not as strong as he was, to this day participates and cultivates interest in what he calls new life.
A woman whom I will call Elizabeth, that lived in New Jersey, lost her only remaining family in a car accident. For years she was depressed, isolated, and found it very difficult to make new friends due to her grief. Finally, a concerned neighbor called on her and found she needed food, meals, housekeeping, and support for her grief and depression. After a hospital stay, it was determined that she should move to a community for assisted living services. Elizabeth had a difficult time making friends. She did not like group activities and preferred eating alone. Her Ambassador discovered that she used to knit, and so she introduced her to a woman in the community who was also a knitter. They connected, and eventually could be found regularly sitting and knitting while talking to one another. The Activity Director found a local senior center in need of volunteers. Elizabeth taught knitting classes there, and while doing so learned that a local charity needed help knitting dolls and dogs for children. Soon, Elizabeth was
There are certainly more examples of residents I have come to know in various communities, who have developed and built on new interests, hobbies, friendships, and purpose. There were several who took an art or pottery class, who never knew they had an artistic flair. Some have become very accomplished in their craft, displaying their art in shows and even selling some of them. It is the efforts of these Activity Staff, involved and engaged Resident Ambassadors, and Hospitality Committee members, along with a supportive leadership team, that encourages going beyond the move in. ]Huge differences can be made in the lives of the residents we serve from all walks of life.
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Bridge Park West Seattle | 206-938-6394
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Holiday Retirement communities make retirement living simple and enjoyable by taking care of life’s daily details, allowing residents to focus on what’s most important to them. From three chef-prepared meals served daily to live-in managers available 24/7, we provide everything seniors need to live healthy, safe and stress-free lives. And with all of the many benefits included in one monthly fee, retirement living at a Holiday Retirement community is an incredible value. Call today to schedule your complimentary meal and personal tour! Welcome to Holiday. Welcome home.
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Fernwood at the Park Normandy Park | 206-242-1455
The Garden Club Bellevue | 425-643-7111
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Peninsula Gig Harbor | 253-858-4800
Point Defiance Village Tacoma | 253-759-8908
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Big Dips and Sharp Turns by Jane Meyers-Bowen
Facing an urgent and unavoidable need for change can either be good for yourself, or the people you love. Can it be frightening, stressful, sad, depressing, or all of the above? Absolutely, but that’s why humans came up with denial to shelter us from emotional pain. These moments in life are few, but they can prove to be a time of great growth, excitement, and opportunity to enrich your life. Many times we gain increased self-confidence, love for others in our lives, and trust in the goodness that surrounds us. It was once said to me, “that these moments are those in which we feel most alive.” Changes in health, job status, friendships, and marriages are a part of life. We tend to be cavalier about it, until it happens to us. Then it is a catastrophe! So, I respect the intensity of these experiences at a very personal level. When I owned a Career Guidance company for over 20 years, I worked with thousands of people in making successful job and career changes. I often met with people within a few minutes of receiving the news that they got laid off! At first they were in shock, then through the next hour they jumped from panic, to anger, depression, relief, excitement, and back to shock and denial. We called it an “E Ticket Ride,” which referred to the most thrilling rides in Disneyland. (Those rides have the Big Dips and Sharp Turns). However, I found that being with them during the early moments of facing this urgent and unavoidable need for change, was a pivotal time and many times determined the success of their efforts of managing this important job change. If people went home and took the weekend to think about it, within a few days their fear would be running the show. It’s Time to Change Lanes We all want to be in control in our lives. Although we don’t really have control over much of our life, we do have control over how we respond to whatever shows up in our life. Learning how to face those urgent and unavoidable need for change moments requires letting go of paralyzing fear. Holding on to fear, ruminating in it, justifying it, is a luxury as it delays coming to grips with reality. This only drains you of the energy you need to take steps to move forward in a positive direction. Three important truths to focus on during this time, that are empowering: 1. There are always options. 2. You always have a choice. 3. Stay in action. A common situation we come in contact with when dealing with seniors, is when your doctor tells you that you are no longer safe living alone in your home. Life just lowered the boom! Bang, seniors go through their “E Ticket Ride.” Thirty years ago Seniors had 2 options at this point: move in with their children, or go to the nursing home. Today, Seniors have a whole host of options, some fit better for those than others. It’s important to get educated on what’s available. Often seniors tell their families, AFTER they move into a retirement community, “why didn’t you make me do this earlier?” You do have a choice, but know that the longer you wait and dig your heels in, often the fewer and fewer options people have. So, if your home is filled with stairs, your vision is declining, or you are experiencing an increased number of falls, every day you are at greater risk of injury and greater risk of debilitating injury. Many people go home from the doctor’s office to think about things, which is a good thing! However, sooner than later that THINKING turns into WORRYING. Next time you find yourself in a similar situation, try replacing your worrying with planning. In doing so, you can take on the dragon and start to feel safer, stronger, and even excited!! For more information please contact Jane Meyers-Bowen at 425-438-9080, or visit website www.gardencourtretirement.com 24
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• Month-to-month rent– no long term lease • Complimentary membership at the Northshore Senior Center – the largest senior center in the region • No move-in fees or large buy-in costs – just a refundable deposit to hold your apartment • Full sized washers & dryers in every apartment – no need to take your turn at a communal laundry room • Scrumptious food – breakfast, dinner and Sunday brunch is included • Spacious, light-filled apartments
At Foundation House at Bothell you’ll rediscover the YOU that you thought had been left behind. With no worries about cooking, cleaning and yard work, you’ll be free to do all the things you’d planned to do when you retired. That’s why we call it “Independent Living”. You’ll have so much independence that you can plan your day any way YOU like. You could even paint that masterpiece you’ve always wanted to do. Call us today to reserve your complimentary meal and personal tour. Mention that you saw our ad in the Senior Guidebook and receive $500 off your first month’s rent. Please call Mary Blakey or Mallory Fisher at 425.402.9606 or send an email to mary@fhbothell.com A not-for-profit retirement community benefiting education
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Let Me Count the Ways I Love You by Jennifer Blair
For many of us, being a grandparent can be bittersweet when grandchildren live long distance. It can become frustrating sending love by email, mail, and the phone. Especially when the grandkids are too young to appropriately communicate their thanks, and the parents are too busy or distracted to make calls and send emails of their own. Even after a long separation from seeing your grandkids, however, the lightening bolt of recognition quickly sparks, and it’s as though they were just in your company only days before. You’ll be rewarded with smiles and giggles that will melt your heart, and make all of your efforts seem rewarded. Even the younger, 2-year old toddlers will detach from their mommy’s leg, and rush to show you his newest choo choo train. It’s these times that will keep you packaging your intense love for them, pouring your sweetest thoughts into an email, and making the numerous phone calls, even when no one may want to talk on the other end of the phone. It’s the little things that continue to make you an essential part of your grandchild’s life, no matter how long the distance between you; the littlest things that excite and light up your grandkids. There are so many ideas to keep your bond strong, and below are just a few to help you keep the connection. Pictures are a wonderful way to keep a clear, visual image of you in their heart and minds. A goodnight board with laminated photos of you is a great way for them to include you in their bedtime ritual. My children’s “Nini” laminated pics of a recent visit to their home, and turned it into a placemat. So, every time they sit down for a meal or snack we remember the fun times we had and the memories that were made. Their “Nini’s” newest gift of love is a pillowcase she has made for each of their birthdays, so when they lay their heads down for sleep their reminded of who is helping to give them a good night’s rest and it’s like getting a goodnight hug from afar. Some kids talk so much on the phone; you secretly probably want to end the call before they do, while for others it’s like pulling teeth. Unfortunately mine are the latter, but the oldest is getting a bit better about it when he is asked questions about something he is intrigued with for the moment. “What’s the name of the little boy across the street you like to play with? Who is your pick to win the Super Bowl this year?” Asking open-ended questions, and paying special attention to their interests and feelings shows them how much you care. We all have that one lone sock in the dryer that looses its mate every now and then. Instead of throwing it away next time, send it to your grandchild with a note tucked inside. Tell them to run around outside and see what sticks to the bottom. They can then call and tell you all of the fun things that wound up on the bottom of their feet. Although you can’t plant a garden together, you can plant identical plants or vegetables. Send each other seeds and maybe a magical fairy rock to your granddaughter, for a bit of good growing luck. Starting a collection together, or exploring the same hobby is another fun way to stay in-touch. Exchanging recipes or stories about fishing outings is fun. Collect leaves and comparing what trees you have in your part of the country, to what’s in their neighborhood. Build on whatever might interest them and add your own twist. When sending letters through the snail mail, you can create stamps with your picture on it, and vice versa. You and they will look forward to seeing what’s on the outside of the envelope, as much as what is inside. Speaking of what’s inside, try sending a message on a puzzle that they have to put together to read. Also, you could write a message backwards that they have to put in front of the mirror to decode. Of course if you have a newer computer you can video chat with your grandkids, and see their smiling faces when time allows. I have to admit that my parents are always ready for a face-to-face chat, but with the time difference and the constant running from here to there, I’m not always so good about obliging. It’s a two way street and being a part of your grandchild’s/grandparent’s life shouldn’t feel like a chore. Try turning some of these ideas into weekly rituals that you both can look forward to, and make it a long distance date! Jennifer Blair is the Editor of the Senior Guidebook. 26
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CARING FACES
The Stratford at Maple Leaf – Seattle Karen Colangelo, Community Relations Director 206-729-1200
Cristwood Retirement Community – Shoreline LEFT Lindsey Hanson, Marketing Manager 206-546-7541 RIGHT Caitlin Vache, Sales Representative 206-546-7283
Madison House – Kirkland LEFT TO RIGHT
Sherri Pribble-Jones, Director of Community Relations Julie Luce – Executive Director Greg Swendrak – Director of Community Relations 425-821-8210
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Garden Court Retirement Community – Everett Nick Glenn, Executive Director 425-438-9080
Village Cove & The Hearthstone at Green Lake – Seattle Paulette Gregory and Stan Gregory, Marketing and Sales Team Village Cove 206-774-5153 / Hearthstone 206-517-2213
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DIRECTORY SNOHOMISH COUNTY
ARLINGTON Olympic Place Retirement & Assisted Living 20909 Olympic Place NE Arlington WA 98223 360-207-6327 EDMONDS Aegis of Edmonds Assisted Living / Alzheimer’s Memory Care 21500 - 72nd Ave West Edmonds WA 98026 425-776-3600 Edmonds Landing Assisted Living 180 Second Ave South Edmonds WA 98020 425-744-1181
Rosewood Courte Assisted Living/Alzheimer’s Memory Impaired Only 728 Edmonds Way Edmonds WA 98020 425-673-2875 Sunrise of Edmonds Assisted Living/Alzheimer’s Care 750 Edmonds Way Edmonds WA 98020 425-673-9700 EVERETT Bethany at Silver Crest Assisted Living / Nursing Home Adjacent 2131 Lake Heights Drive Everett WA 98208 425-385-2335 Cascadian Place Retirement / Independent Living 3915 Colby Avenue North Everett WA 98201 425-339-2225 Clare Bridge Silver Lake Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care 2015 Lake Heights Drive Everett WA 98208 425-337-6336 Everett Plaza Assisted Living 2204 12th Street Everett WA 98201 425-374-0170 Garden Court Retirement Community Independent and Assisted Living 520 - 112th Street SW Everett WA 98204 425-438-9080
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The Terrace at Beverly Lake Memory Care Community 524 - 75th Street SE Everett WA 98203 425-348-8800 South Pointe Independent, Assisted Living 10330 4th Avenue West Everett WA 98204 425-513-5645 Washington Oakes Retirement and Assisted Living 1717 Rockefeller Ave Everett WA 98201 425-339-3300 GRANITE FALLS The Village Independent Living 302 North Alder Avenue Granite Falls WA 98252 360-691-1777 LAKE STEVENS Ashley Pointe Independent and Assisted Living 11117 - 20th Street NE Lake Stevens WA 98258 425-397-7500 LYNNWOOD Aegis of Lynnwood Assisted Living 18700 44th Avenue West Lynnwood WA 98037 425-712-9999 Chateau Pacific Indepedent / Assisted Living / Memory Care 3333 - 148th Street SW Lynnwood WA 98087 425-787-9693 Clare Bridge Lynnwood Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care 18706 - 36th Ave W Lynnwood WA 98037 425-774-3300 Fairwinds – Brighton Court Retirement/Assisted Living 6520 - 196th Street SW Lynnwood WA 98036 425-775-4440 Quail Park of Lynnwood Independent & Assisted Living / Memory Care 4015 164th Street SW Lynnwood WA 98037 425-640-8529
Scriber Gardens Independent & Assisted Living / Wellness Services 6024 200th Street SW Lynnwood WA 98036 425-673-7111
SKILLED NURSING CARE Bethany at Pacific - Everett 425-259-5508
MARYSVILLE Grandview Village Retirement / Assisted Living 5800 - 64th Street NE Marysville WA 98270 360-653-2223
Delta Rehab Center - Snohomish 360-568-2168
The Cottages at Marysville Memory Care Community 1216 Grove Street Marysville WA 98270 360-322-7561 MILL CREEK The Cottages at Mill Creek Memory Care Community 13200 10th Drive SE Mill Creek WA 98012 425-379-8276 MOUNTLAKE TERRACE Mountlake Terrace Plaza A Merrill Gardens Community Independent and Assisted Living 23303 - 58th Ave W Mountlake Terrace WA 98043 425-672-4673 Vineyard Park at Mountlake Terrace Independent / Assisted Living / Dementia 23008 56th Avenue West Mountlake Terrace WA 98043 425-931-2951
Bethany at Silver Lake - Everett 425-338-3000
Josephine Sunset Home - Stanwood 360-629-2126 Lynnwood Manor Health Center Lynnwood 425-776-5512 Madeleine Villa Health Care Marysville 360-659-1259 HCR Manor Care - Lynnwood 425-775-9222 Marysville Care Center - Marysville 360-659-3926 Merry Haven Health Care Center Snohomish 360-568-3161 Regency Care Center at Arlington Arlington 360-403-8247 Regency Care Center of Monroe Monroe 360-794-4011
SKAGIT COUNTY ANACORTES Cap Sante Court Retirement 1111 32nd Street Anacortes,WA 98221 360-293-8088
MUKILTEO Harbour Pointe Independent and Assisted Living 10200 Harbour Place Mukilteo WA 98275 425-493-8555
Chandler’s Square Retirement / Assisted Living 1300 “O” Avenue Anacortes WA 98221 360-293-1300
STANWOOD Josephine Assisted Living / Nursing Home Adjacent 9901 - 272nd Place NW Stanwood WA 98292 360-629-2126
BURLINGTON Home Place Memory Care 210 N. Skagit Street Burlington WA 98233 360-755-7000
Stanwood Community & Senior Center Independent Living 7430 - 276th Street NW Stanwood WA 98292 360-629-7403
Skagit Valley Senior Village Retirement / Assisted Living / Memory Care 400 Gilkey Road Burlington WA 98233 360-755-5550
Warm Beach Senior Community Independent & Assisted Living/ Skilled Nursing 20420 Marine Drive Stanwood WA 98292 360-652-7585
Where The Heart Is Assisted Living / Memory Care 410 Norris Street Burlington WA 98233 360-755-8007
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LA CONNER La Conner Retirement Inn Independent, Assisted Living 204 North First Street La Conner WA 98257 360-466-5700
Life Care Center of Skagit Valley Skilled Nursing 1462 West SR 20 Sedro-Woolley WA 98284 360-856-6867
MOUNT VERNON The Bridge Assisted Living/Respite 301 S LaVenture Mount Vernon WA 98274 360-416-0400
WHATCOM COUNTY
Highland Greens Senior Apartments Affordable Senior Apartments 3100 N 30th St Mount Vernon WA 98273 360-848-8422 Highland Greens Cottages Senior Residences Village Court @ 3200 N 30th St Mount Vernon WA 98273 360-540-1438 Salem Village II Senior Residences 2601-2617 N LaVenture Rd Mount Vernon WA 98273 360-540-1438 Salem Village Apartments Affordable Senior Apartments 2619 N. LaVenture Rd Mount Vernon WA 98273 360-428-5662 Life Care Center of Mount Vernon Assisted Living / Skilled Nursing / Rehab / Alzheimer’s 2120 E Division Mount Vernon WA 98274 360-424-4258 Logan Creek Retirement / Independent Living 2311 E Division Mount Vernon WA 98274 360-428-0222 Mountain Glen Retirement / Assisted Living 1810 East Division Mount Vernon WA 98274 360-424-7900 SEDRO-WOOLLEY Birchview - A Memory Care Community Assisted Living / Enhanced Adult Residential Care 925 Dunlop Ave Sedro-Woolley WA 98284 360-856-1911 Country Meadow Village Retirement / Assisted Living 1501 Collins Rd Sedro-Woolley WA 98284 360-856-0404
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BELLINGHAM Alderwood Park Licensed Skilled Nursing 2726 Alderwood Bellingham WA 98225 360-733-2322
Bellingham Health Care & Rehab Licensed Skilled Nursing / Specialized Care 1200 Birchwood Bellingham WA 98225 360-734-9295 Cordata Health Care & Rehab Center Licensed Skilled Nursing 4680 Cordata Parkway Bellingham WA 98226 360-398-1966 Highgate House Assisted Living / Specialized Care 151 & 155 East Kellogg Bellingham WA 98226 360-671-1459 Highland Care Center Licensed Skilled Nursing 2400 Samish Way Bellingham WA 98226 360-734-4800 The Leopold Retirement & Assisted Living 1224 Cornwall Ave Bellingham WA 98225 360-733-3500 Mt. Baker Care Center Licensed Skilled Nursing 2905 Connelly Ave Bellingham WA 98225 360-734-4181 Parkway Chateau Retirement / Independent Living 2818 Old Fairhaven Parkway Bellingham WA 98225 360-671-6060 Rosewood Villa Retirement/Assisted Living 702 32nd Street Bellingham WA 98225 360-676-9193 Shuksan Health Care Center Licensed Skilled Nursing 1530 James Street Bellingham WA 98225 360-733-9161
The Bellingham at Orchard Memory Care Community 848 W Orchard Dr Bellingham WA 98225 360-715-1338
The Bellettini Independent & Assisted Living / 62+ 1115 108th Avenue NE Bellevue WA 98004 425-450-0800
Spring Creek Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care 223 E Bakerview Road Bellingham WA 98226 360-302-2275
The Garden Club Retirement / Independent Living 13350 SE 26th Street Bellevue WA 98005 425-643-7111
St. Francis Extended Health Care Licensed Skilled Nursing 3121 Squalicum Pkwy Bellingham WA 98225 360-734-6760
The Gardens at Town Square Independent, Assisted Living, Dementia Care 933 111th Avenue NE Bellevue WA 98004 425-688-1900
Summit Place at Mt. Baker Assisted Living 2901 Connelly Ave Bellingham WA 98225 360-738-8447
Sunrise of Bellevue Assisted Living & Alzheimer’s Care 15928 NE 8th Street Bellevue WA 98008 425-401-5152 Wynwood Bellevue Assisted Living Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care 1640 148th Ave SE Bellevue WA 98007 425-373-1161
ISLAND COUNTY
FREELAND Maple Ridge Retirement & Assisted Living Community 1767 Alliance Avenue Freeland WA 98249 360-207-6322
BOTHELL Aegis of Bothell Assisted Living / Memory Care 10605 NE 185th Street Bothell WA 98011 425-487-3245
OAK HARBOR Harbor Tower Village Retirement / Assisted Living 100 E Whidbey Ave Oak Harbor WA 98277 360-675-2569
Chateau Bothell Landing Independent / Assisted Living / Memory Care 17543 102nd Ave. NE Bothell WA 98011 425-485-1155
Home Place Memory Care 171 SW 6th Ave Oak Harbor WA 98277 360-279-2555 Regency on Whidbey Assisted Living, Independent Cottages, Harbor Care 1040 & 1045 SW Kimball Dr Oak Harbor WA 98277 360-279-0933 & 360-279-2224 Summer Hill Retirement and Assisted Living 165 SW 6th Ave Oak Harbor WA 98277 360-679-1400
KING COUNTY
BELLEVUE Aegis of Bellevue Assisted Living / Memory Care 148 102nd Ave SE Bellevue WA 98004 425-453-8100
Foundation House at Bothell Retirement / Independent Living 17502 102nd Ave NE Bothell WA 98011 425-402-9606 Life Care Center of Bothell Assisted Living/Skilled Nursing 707 228th Street SW Bothell WA 98021 425-481-8500 North Creek Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care 1907 201st Place SE Bothell WA 98012 425-209-0605 Riverside East Retirement / Assisted Living 10315 East Riverside Drive Bothell WA 98011 425-481-1976
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Vineyard Park at Bothell Landing Independent & Assisted Living Community 10519 East Riverside Drive Bothell WA 98011 425-354-3914 BURIEN El Dorado West Retirement / Assisted Living 1010 SW 134th Street Burien WA 98146 206-248-1975 COVINGTON Covington Place Independent Senior Apartments 26906 169th Place SE Covington WA 98042 253-398-2700 ENUMCLAW High Point Village Retirement / Assisted Living 1777 High Point Street Enumclaw WA 98022 360-825-7780 FEDERAL WAY Foundation House Independent Living / Personalized Assisted Living 32290 1st Avenue S Federal Way WA 98003 253-838-8823 ISSAQUAH Aegis of Issaquah Assisted Living / Memory Care / Hospice 780 NW Juniper Street Issaquah WA 98027 425-526-6037 Spiritwood at Pine Lake Retirement / Assisted Living 3607 228th Avenue SE Issaquah WA 98029 425-313-9100 University House - Issaquah Independent &Assisted Living 22975 SE Black Nugget Road Issaquah WA 98029 425-557-4200 KENMORE Spring Estates - Kenmore Assisted Living / Memory Care 7221 NE 182nd Street Kenmore WA 98028 425-481-4200 KENT Aegis of Kent Alzheimer’s / Memory Care 10421 SE 248th Street Kent WA 98030 253-479-1768
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Weatherly Inn Memory Care 15101 SE 272nd Street Kent WA 98042 253-630-7496 Farrington Court Retirement / Assisted Living 516 Kenosia Avenue Kent WA 98030 253-852-2737 KIRKLAND Aegis of Kirkland Assisted Living / Memory Care 13000 Totem Lake Boulevard Kirkland WA 98034 425-823-7272 Aegis at Totem Lake Retirement / Assisted Living / Memory Care 12629 116th Avenue NE Kirkland WA 98034 425-814-2841
REDMOND Aegis of Redmond Assisted Living / Memory Care 7480 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway NE Redmond WA 98052 425-883-4000 Fairwinds – Redmond Retirement / Assisted Living 9988 Avondale Rd NE Redmond WA 98052 425-558-4700 Peters Creek Retirement & Assisted Living 14431 Redmond Way Redmond WA 98052 425-869-2273 The Marymoor Retirement & Assisted Living 4585 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway NE Redmond WA 98052 425-556-9398
Kirkland Lodge Assisted Living 6505 Lakeview Drive NE Kirkland WA 98033 425-803-6911
RENTON Chateau Valley Center Independent / Assisted / Memory 4450 Davis Avenue S Renton WA 98055 425-251-6677
Madison House / Totem Lake Retirement / Assisted Living 12215 NE 128th Street Kirkland WA 98034 425-821-8210
Evergreen Place Retirement / Independent Living 1414 Monroe Avenue NE Renton WA 98056 425-226-3312
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland Independent & Assisted Living 201 Kirkland Avenue Kirkland WA 98033 425-285-7743
The Lodge Retirement / Assisted Living 1600 South Eagle Ridge Drive Renton WA 98055 425-793-8080
MERCER ISLAND Aljoya Mercer Island Continuing Care Retirement Community 2430 76th Avenue SE Mercer Island WA 98040 206-230-0150
Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre Independent and Assisted Living 104 Burnett Ave S Renton WA 98057 425-243-2941
Merrill Gardens at Island House Independent & Assisted Living 7810 SE 30th St Mercer Island WA 98040 206-204-5421 Sunrise of Mercer Island Assisted Living & Alzheimer’s Care 2959 76th Avenue SE Mercer Island WA 98040 206-232-6565 NORMANDY PARK Fernwood at the Park Retirement / Independent Living 17623 First Avenue S Normandy Park WA 98148 206-242-1455
SEATTLE Aegis at Northgate Memory Care 11039 17th Avenue NE Seattle WA 98125 206-440-1700 Aljoya Thornton Place - N. Seattle Continuing Care Retirement Community 450 NE 100th Street Seattle WA 98125 206-306-7920 Ballard Landmark Retirement/Assisted Living 5433 Leary Ave NW Seattle WA 98107 206-782-4000
Bridge Park Retirement/Independent Living 3204 SW Morgan Street Seattle WA 98126 206-938-6394 Cristwood Retirement Community Independent / Assisted Living / Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation / Memory Care 19303 Fremont Avenue North Shoreline WA 98133 1-877-639-3292 Faerland Terrace Assisted Living / Alzheimer’s Care 1421 Minor Avenue Seattle WA 98101 206-624-7637 Foundation House at Northgate Independent & Assisted Living 11301 3rd Ave NE Seattle WA 98125 206-361-2758 Hearthstone at Green Lake Independent & Assisted Living Skilled Nursing / Memory Care Rehab 6720 East Green Lake Way N Seattle WA 98103 206-517-2213 Ida Culver House, Broadview Independent, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Alzheimer’s, Dementia Care 12505 Greenwood Avenue N Seattle WA 98133 206-361-1989 Ida Culver House, Ravenna Independent & Assisted Living 2315 NE 65th Street Seattle WA 98115 206-523-7315 The Lakeshore Independent & Assisted Living 11448 Rainier Avenue S Seattle WA 98178 206-772-1200 Mirabella Independent, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care 116 Fairview Ave N Seattle WA 98109 206-254-1441 Northgate Plaza A Merrill Gardens Community Independent & Assisted Living 11030 5th Ave NE Seattle WA 98125 206-388-5061
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Remington Place Retirement 3025 NE 137th Street Seattle WA 98125 206-367-0369 the Stratford at Maple Leaf Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care 9001 Lake City Way NE Seattle WA 98115 206-729-1200 University House, Wallingford Independent & Assisted Living 4400 Stone Way N Seattle WA 98103 206-545-8400 Village Cove at Green Lake (opening Spring 2015) Independent Living 6860 Woodlawn Avenue NE Seattle WA 98115 OFFICE 6720 East Green Lake Way N Seattle WA 98103 206-774-5153 SHORELINE Aegis of Shoreline & Callahan House Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care 14900 & 15100 First Avenue NE Shoreline WA 98155 206-367-6700 and 206-417-9747 Anderson House Independent / Assisted Living / Nursing & 2 Adult Family Homes 17201 15th Ave NE Shoreline WA 98155 206-364-9336 WOODINVILLE Fairwinds – Brittany Park Retirement / Assisted Living 17143 - 133rd Ave NE Woodinville WA 98072 425-402-7100 The Creekside A Merrill Gardens Community Independent Retirement Community 18200 Woodinville-Snohomish Rd NE Woodinville WA 98072 425-286-8974
KITSAP COUNTY
BREMERTON Bay Pointe Retirement / Assisted Living 966 Oyster Bay Court Bremerton WA 98312 360-373-9904 Marine Court Memory Care 948 Oyster Bay Court Bremerton WA 98312 360-373-9904
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PORT ORCHARD Park Vista Retirement & Assisted Living Community 2944 SE Lund Avenure Port Orchard WA 98366 360-207-6324 SILVERDALE Crista Shores Independent, Assisted Living 1600 NW Crista Shores Lane Silverdale WA 98383 1-800-722-4135
PIERCE COUNTY
BONNEY LAKE Cedar Ridge Retirement & Assisted Living 9515 198th Avenue East Bonney Lake WA 98391 253-235-4121 GIG HARBOR Peninsula Retirement / Independent Living 3445 50th Street Court NW Gig Harbor WA 98335 253-858-4800 Sound Vista Village Retirement / Assisted Living 6633 McDonald Avenue Gig Harbor WA 98335 253-851-9929 LAKEWOOD Maple Creek Residential Care 10420 Gravelly Lake Drive SW Lakewood WA 98499 253-588-0227 MILTON Alder Ridge Independent Senior Apartments 2800 Alder Street Milton WA 98354 253-878-5665 Mill Ridge Village Retirement / Assisted Living 607 28th Avenue Milton WA 98354 253-925-9200 PUYALLUP Meridian Hills Assisted Living 1813 South Meridian Street Puyallup WA 98371 253-841-4909 Silver Creek Retirement & Assisted Living Community 17607 91st Avenue East Puyallup WA 98375 253-236-0430
Willow Gardens Retirement / Independent Living 4502 6th Street SE Puyallup WA 98374 253-848-4430 TACOMA Charlton Place Assisted Living 9723 South Steel St Tacoma WA 98444 253-589-1834
CLALLAM
PORT ANGELES Park View Villas Retirement / Assisted Living 1430 Park View Lane Port Angeles WA 98363 360-452-7222
GRANT COUNTY
MOSES LAKE Pioneer Village Independent Senior Apartments 816 E Sharon Ave Moses Lake WA 98837 509-764-7600
Merrill Gardens at Tacoma Independent & Assisted Living 7290 Rosemount Circle Tacoma WA 98465 253-617-0100 Point Defiance Village Retirement / Independent Living 6414 N Park Way Tacoma WA 98407 253-759-8908
THURSTON COUNTY
LACEY Bonaventure of Lacey Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care 4528 Intelco Loop SE Lacey WA 98503 360-207-6320
DOUGLAS COUNTY
EAST WENATCHEE Bonaventure of East Wenatchee Assisted Living / Retirement / Memory Care 50 29th Street NW East Wenatchee WA 98802 509-255-8339
CHELAN COUNTY
WENATCHEE Columbia Heights Assisted Living / Retirement 1550 Cherry Street Wenatchee WA 98801 509-255-8338
Woodland Retirement & Assisted Living Community 4532 Intelco Loop SE Lacey WA 98503 360-207-6321
BENTON COUNTY
OLYMPIA Capital Place Retirement / Independent Living 700 Black Lake Boulevard Olympia WA 98502 360-357-9922
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PORT TOWNSEND Seaport Landing Retirement & Assisted Living Community 1201 Hancock Street Port Townsend WA 98368 360-207-6323
GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY
RICHLAND Riverton Retirement / Assisted Living 1800 Bellerive Drive Richland WA 99352 509-255-8340
CLARK COUNTY
VANCOUVER Bonaventure of Salmon Creek Retirement / Assisted Living / Memory Care 13700 NE Salmon Creek Avenue Vancouver WA 98686 360-209-1932 Clearwater Springs Assisted Living 201 NW 78th Street Vancouver WA 98665 360-546-3344
HOQUIAM Channel Point Village Retirement / Assisted Living 907 K Street Hoquiam WA 98550 360-532-9000
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