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Letter From The Publisher Welcoming Seasons and Interconnectedness Kirk Blankenship, Publisher

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reetings to our readers! Thank You for reading our resource guide/magazine to find educational articles related to health and well-being…and for considering our Directories of businesses that serve seniors to help meet any needs you or a loved one may have. See Table of Contents on Page 5.

This past Summer flew by as each of the seasons tend to do. Summer becomes Autumn becomes Winter becomes Spring. As the earth hurls through space at 67,000 miles per hour, making a complete orbit around the Sun, we measure another year gone by and more memories are tucked away in our brain to reflect on. It reminds me of a 1959 song by the Byrds called “Turn, Turn, Turn” based on Ecclesiastes 3. “For everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven.”

This past year or so has reminded me of how precious relationships are. It’s all too easy to let the news of each day dictate emotions. But amidst the changing times and tides, I recognize the importance of one-on-one relationships – in our families, neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, churches, and communities.

Thinking back over the years, I recall stories from my Grandpa Donald Blankenship and others of his generation who spoke about The Roaring Twenties (1920’s), The Great Depression, The Kansas Dust Bowl of the 2

1930’s, WWII, post war economic expansion, Glen Armstrong’s first step on the Moon, etc.

There were times of both economic uncertainty and stability. One of the things that brings a smile to my face were stories told that expressed how people were interconnected. Neighbors that helped neighbors build a house or raise a barn. Entertainment that was relationship driven, like going to a local grange hall or ball room for dancing. The stories were of people helping people, families helping families.

Reminds me of a famous piece of prose from the 17th Century: “No man is an island, Entire of itself, Every man is a piece of the continent, A part of the main.

If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less.

As well as if a promontory were...”

(John Donne, 1624) At least one take-a-way from this poem is the importance of not being isolated, but rather interconnected. It encourages me, and I hope you as well, to get to know a neighbor or two.

In these current times, it may be an in-person visit or on a Zoom or video chat. And although we won’t see everything eye to eye, rather than looking down we can look up (metaphorically) and see each other as another human being with value. We wish you well this Fall and Winter… and hope to connect again next Spring and Summer too!

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Table of Contents Geriatric Care Manager/Eldercare Consultant

The Senior Café: Articles Letter from the Publisher, Welcoming Seasons & Interconnectedness, Kirk Blankenship Watching a Baby Grow,

2 Insurance - Medicare, Prescription Drug,

How Exercise is Key to Wellness,

Anthony Hamilton | Ageless Fitness Bringing Joy Back, Ellen Liu Kellor, MSW | Age-Well, LLC Peace of Mind with Project Lifesaver,

Dan Grey | Dementia Support NW

Hospital Health Articles Announcing the Arrival of State-of-theArt Spinal Robot | Island Hospital Stroke: Prevention, Care & Treatment,

Kelly Boardley, BSN, CEN | Skagit Regional Health

Exceptional Care, Close to Home |

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Pharmacy & Gift Shop

Hospice & Palliative Care Hospitals Joint Replacement Opthalmology/Eye Surgeons Orthopedic Surgeons Prosthetics & Orthotics

Senior Service Professionals Aging & Disabilities Resources Elder Law

Reverse Mortgage Loan & Planner

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Glossary of Terms Home Care, Home Health, Home Safety & Accessibility

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Housing & Care Legal & Care Specialists

10 Medicare & Medicaid/COPES Senior Real Estate Specialist

12 Home Support Agencies

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Home Care

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Home Health Volunteer Assistance & Mutual Support Membership

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Home Support/Elder Care Consultant

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Housing - Independent 34 36

Affordable Housing

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Independent/Retirement Living

Housing & Care 38

Assisted Living Communities:

8 Assisted Living Communities: Skagit & 8 North Snohomish Adult Family Homes

Health & Wellness Providers Audiology/Hearing

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45 Housing - Independent

Health & Wellness Retail Organic Food: Grocery & Café

Real Estate - Senior Real Estate Specialist

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New PeaceHealth MitraClip Provides Less Invasive Heart Valve Fix

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Memory Care Communities Skilled Nursing & Short Term Rehab Continuing Care Retirement Name Directories: Housing & Care

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Memory Care & Support 44 44

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Reminisce: Watching a Baby Grow Christine Blankenship, Publisher

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t is with great joy that we introduce you to Annabelle, our first grandchild! She was born March, 2021, and has brought us grandparents sheer delight! However, delighted as her parents are, they have less appreciation in the odd hours of the early morning - very early mornings!

The last of our own children just turned 18, and now we look at the beginning of another generation. It is with different eyes that we look at parenting over the past 25 years. We admire the diligence and teamwork of Annabelle’s Mommy and Daddy as they tread these new waters in life - the calm and the storms.

It is easy to forget how quickly a baby changes

in six months. From the very beginning, this child showed certain characteristics and a personality of her own. Yes, this is Grandma’s payback to Annabelle’s mommy! This person, human being, this baby girl is worth every sleepless night and all the care and nurture she needs. I didn’t realize how self-centered I could be until I needed to care for my own completely dependent little person. Yes, a person is a person, no matter how small!

As for Annabelle, well, she is charming and keeps us, her grandparents, watching and laughing. Because we don’t see her every day, we notice growth and mental development every time we visit. For example, one week she lays on her blanket and watches her small world go by. The next week she is able to roll from her front to her back. Then she would get angry and loud, because she could’t figure out how to roll back onto her tummy again. As you can guess, she now freely rolls at will to reach a desired object. And her reach is growing as she experiments with scooting on her stomach and thus expanding her world more. Should I break it to her parents that “watching her like a hawk” has only just begun? I probably don’t need to at this point.

Annabelle’s mind continues to expand. We all know that babies quickly learn to immitate sounds and actions. However, we forget how quickly they figure out how to make adults (Continued on Page 9 )

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Active Lifestyles

How Exercise Is Key to Overall Wellness (and Quality of Life)

DOn’t let age DOn’t let age

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ou know that exercise is the key to physical fitness, especially later in life. But did you also know that fitness is, in turn, the key to wellness, or our overall wellbeing, as we age?

That’s right. Having strength, stamina and agility well after 50 is integral to maintaining our quality of life at any age. Not only does it improve our physical health, but fitness also is the bedrock of maintaining the other components of wellness, including our emotional and spiritual lives.

We’ve always been told if we have our health, we have everything. If we’re fit, we can maintain our independence and zest for living at any stage of life.

How much is enough? Surprisingly not much! 150 min a week of moderate exercise or 75 minutes a week of vigorous exercise has shown to have great benefit in improving quality of life.

Examples of moderate activities: Walking, riding bike and water aerobics.

Examples of Vigorous activities: Hiking up hill, circuit training with weights, aerobics, and energetic dancing.

Need a push?

Ageless Fitness clients work with certified Functional Aging Specialists.

We help active aging clients stay active and pain free. For more information go to: www.agelesswa.com “If you don’t take care of your body, where will you live?”

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imitate them! The more she shines that delightful smile, the more we smile back. I must admit to immitating her blowing raspberry sounds. Also, she has figured out that if she drops something, she can whine and someone will stop a full-blown storm by retrieving the object for her especially that pacifier.

At this point, it looks like her own secret experiment is to determine the best way to train her adults.

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Her parents have quickly caught on to this manipulation thing. They cuddle her, feed her, show her the great outdoors, and talk to her about the new things in her world. However, she is denied certain things, just to keep her safe. In addition, she is denied certain things such as pulling hair or eyeglasses off a person.

She greatly disagrees with this kind of “polite society” restrictions. In spite of all this, it is obvious that she loves Mommy and Daddy. We are proud of all three of them!

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Announcing the Arrival of the Excelsius GPS®, A State-of-the-Art Spinal Robot Island Hospital

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‌ sland Hospital is very excited to share

that we are leading the way in adopting technological advances for many different surgical procedures to address chronic pain. We have recently acquired the Excelsius GPS®, a revolutionary technology platform that combines a rigid robotic arm with full navigation capabilities for spinal surgeries. This new state-of-the-art robotic technology can be utilized in procedures for patients who may need minimally invasive spine surgery.

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Dr. Dawei Lu is the orthopedic spine surgeon who will be operating the Excelsius GPS®. He said, “I am thrilled to incorporate the Excelsius GPS® technology into my surgical procedures at Island Hospital. I anticipate many benefits for my patients, most notably how this device will add precision and efficiency. This is a 10

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revolutionary technological tool that will no doubt have a positive impact on many lives.”

Precision and Optimal Patient Care This device will help support Dr. Lu’s procedures by maximizing surgical precision, as it allows him to monitor, plan, and navigate with real-time imaging. It also will optimize patient care by reducing possible surgical complications and future spinal revision surgery. In addition, the Excelsius GPS® reduces exposure to harmful radiation for both the patient and the operating team. This device will be an integral new tool for Island Hospital to use as we continue helping support patients in their choices for managing and alleviating back pain.

Award-winning Orthopedics The Island Hospital Sports & Spine Clinic continues to bring recognition to Island Hospital through technological advances and consistent care and treatment options.

Island Hospital was recently recognized with five Healthgrades™ honors in 2021, including “America’s 100 Best Orthopedic Surgery™”, “Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award™”, “Joint Replacement Excellence Award™”, “Spine Fusion Surgery Five-Star Recipient™”, and “Total Hip Replacement Five-Start Recipient™”. These awards, along with the Excelsius GPS® spine robot technology, reflect Island Hospital’s commitment to provide the very best service and care for our patients.

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State-of-the art spinal robotic technology

at award-winning hospital!

Dr. Dawei Lu

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Skagit Northwest Orthopedics • (360) 424-2400 2511 M Avenue, Anacortes, WA • (360) 299-4929

State-of-the-Art-Spinal-Robot (Continued from Page 10)

Call for Information For information about robotic spine surgery at Island Hospital, call Dr. Dawei Lu and our associates at Skagit Northwest Orthopedics at (360) 424-2400 or visit our Sports & Spine Clinic web page at www.islandhospital.org/ sports-spine.

About Dr. Dawei Lu Dr. Dawei Lu is a board-certified and fellowship-trained Skagit Northwest Orthopedics spine surgeon specializing VibrantSeniorOptions.com

in adult degenerative conditions of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Dr. Lu’s surgical expertise lies in minimally invasive spine surgery, and he uses the latest techniques and procedures to ensure patients are treated individually to attain the best possible outcomes.

Dr. Lu is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the North American Spine Society. In addition, Dr. Lu enjoys downhill skiing, mountain and road cycling, boating, and fishing in his free time.

To contact Dr. Lu regarding spinal surgery, call (360) 424-2400.

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Stroke: Prevention, Care, and Treatment Plans Kelly Boardley, BSN, CEN Skagit Regional Health Cardiac and Stroke Coordinator

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troke is the leading cause of death in the United States. It is also a major cause of serious disability for adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The good news is that 80 percent of strokes are preventable by making slight lifestyle adjustments, such as controlling blood pressure and cholesterol levels and taking prescribed medications.

Brain Attack A stroke is sometimes called a brain attack. It happens in one of two ways: An ischemic stroke (when the blood supply to the brain is blocked) or hemorrhagic stroke (when a blood vessel breaks inside the brain). There are different treatments based on the type of stroke a person is experiencing and when the symptoms start.

Use BE FAST and call 9-1-1

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Learn the many warning signs of stroke:

Primary Stroke Care Skagit Regional Health is a Primary Stroke Center certified by DNV-GL, a designation that indicates Skagit Regional Health provides highquality treatment for a broad range of stroke conditions, is able to provide acute therapies, and offers stroke-specific inpatient care for stroke patients. The majority of stroke patients who are brought to the Emergency Department are managed within the Skagit Regional Health system, which allows patients to stay in the community where they live while receiving excellent care.

Appropriate Treatment Skagit Regional Health conducts essential tests to determine what type of stroke a patient is having, and they provide appropriate treatment through state-of-the-art medical management.

If a patient is a candidate for clot-dissolving medication, the Intensive Care Unit at Skagit Valley Hospital is equipped and has specially trained staff members to care for these patients.

BALANCE

A sudden change in balance or dizziness.

EYES

Loss of vision in one or both eyes or double vision.

FACE

Does the face look uneven?

ARMS

A sudden weakness in arm or leg?

SPEECH

Speech slurred, trouble speaking or confused?

TIME

Note the time when symptoms begin.

BE FAST and call 9-1-1 right away!

Every minute counts! Call 9-1-1 immediately after symptoms begin to reduce the effects of stroke.

MSH1085A 1120 BE FAST was developed by Intermountain Healthcare, as an adaption of the FAST model implemented by the American Heart Association.

Reproduced with permission by Intermountain Healthcare. © 2011 Intermountain Healthcare. All rights reserved.

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Time is Brain – Immediate Action In all cases, it is essential to call 911 right away when a person starts to see changes from their baseline (See BE FAST). Time is brain.

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Telestroke Partners and Specialized Procedures In certain circumstances, patients may be eligible to receive specialized invasive procedures involving a neurointerventionalist to assist in minimizing stroke deficits. In these situations, patients are transferred to the system’s telestroke partners. Skagit Regional (Continued on Page 13) Fall-Winter, 2021-2022

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Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Call to schedule an appointment.

MOUNT VERNON

360-814-6800 SMOKEY POINT

360-435-6641 SkagitRegionalHealth.org /orthopedics

A healthy body is a body in motion.

Stroke: Prevention, Care, and Treatment (Continued from Page 12)

Health has a partnership with Swedish/ Providence for the telestroke program. Skagit Valley Hospital has been a partner with the telestroke program for many years and, as of May 2021, Cascade Valley Hospital went live with the program.

Video and Audio Technology Using video and audio technology, the program allows for 24/7 remote access to specialized neurology services and specialists with Swedish and Providence for patients who need an urgent consult. This specialized, immediate consultation, in conjunction with the expertise of Skagit Regional Health’s providers, allows the team to collaborate to make critical decisions about the appropriate treatment plan for stroke patients.

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Telestroke Program: Conduit to Emerging Treatment This partnership provides a conduit to emerging treatment for a stroke such as endovascular treatment made available through this partnership. Endovascular treatment, available at Swedish and Providence, is done only by cerebral vascular experts who use catheterization treatment. These procedures open vessels in the brain, similar to those procedures for coronary artery disease that open vessels in the heart. With the telestroke program, the team is able to identify appropriate candidates for these procedures and transport patients by helicopter to ensure urgent evaluation and additional treatment.

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Coupeville

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e believe everyone on Whidbey Island deserves local access to progressive, innovative healthcare. That’s why we are continually expanding our services with state-ofthe-art equipment, cutting edge procedures and highly skilled providers to meet the needs of our diverse community.

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Surgery & Joint Replacements When experience matters most our expert surgical teams bring the knowledge, skills, experience, and state of the art equipment needed to ensure exceptional care and quality outcomes.

Both essential and elective surgical services including pre- and post-surgical consultation are available.

Total joint replacement has become one of the most popular surgeries available because of their high success rate and the huge impact on a patient’s overall quality of life. From early decision making through ‘Boot Camp’, to your procedure, post-surgical recovery and rehab, the WhidbeyHealth Joint team is focused on making sure you have the best possible experience and outcome.

To learn more about improving your quality of life with hip or knee replacement, call our Total Joint Replacement team at 360-240-4013 or email us at myhospital@whidbeyhealth.org.

We’re excited to bring you an innovative community pharmacy experience with 1-on-1 personalized care, drive-through pick-up, digital reminders, and mobile access from any device.

The WhidbeyHealth Community Pharmacy offers convenient, compassionate, and patient-centric pharmaceutical services conveniently located next door to the WhidbeyHealth Medical Center in Coupeville.

Making it easier to manage your health is a fundamental tenant of our commitment to the community. Our new Community Pharmacy lets you: • Transfer all your meds with ease on our online portal • Manage order refills, check status and contact us from any device with our FREE Digital Pharmacy app (Continued on Page 28)

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New PeaceHealth MitraClip Procedure Provides Less Invasive Heart Valve Fix Authored by and republished with permission from WhatcomTalk

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he mitral valve, located between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart, is comprised of flaps that regulate blood flow between the two chambers. When working properly, the valve keeps blood flowing the right direction, through the heart and into the body.

have undergone the procedure, with several more scheduled soon, says Dr. Eric King, an interventional cardiologist and the sole conductor of MitraClip procedures. All three patients, Dr. King says, are recovering well.

But if the mitral valve becomes floppy or leaky and won’t seal properly, blood leaks back into the heart instead of continuing out of it. It’s a condition known as mitral valve regurgitation, with symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath, coughing, and heart palpitations, among others.

There are several reasons. One is simply degradation as people age, causing the valve to tear.

Mitral Valve Repair Fortunately, cardiologists can repair the valve to reduce or stop severe forms of the condition. This traditionally requires open-heart surgery, but now, a less-invasive procedure called the MitraClip is available for qualifying patients at Bellingham’s PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center.

The MitraClip procedure uses a catheter inserted into a small groin incision. The catheter, which includes the small clip device, is then guided through a leg vein to reach the heart, where the valve is clipped to minimize or stop occurring leakage.

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So why does the mitral valve become dysfunctional in the first place?

Heart failure, leading to enlargement of the heart muscle, and other serious illnesses that affect the heart can also adversely impact the valve’s function.

Who’s a good candidate?

For patients with mitral valve regurgitation, milder versions can be treated with medications. But when severe forms of the condition necessitate surgery, open-heart surgery is still the standard of care for optimal mitral valve repair.

Due to advanced age, heart or lung conditions, however, open-heart procedures simply provide too much risk of complication for some patients. For them, the MitraClip procedure is ideal.

Patients for the procedure must also be free of infection and blood clots, be able to tolerate blood thinners, and have a mitral valve condition that’s not caused by a case of rheumatic fever. The screening process of qualification includes diagnostic tests like blood work and an angiogram, as well as both an echocardiogram and a transesophageal echocardiogram.

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The MitraClip procedure The MitraClip procedure can last three to four hours, a timeframe similar to the open-heart version of the valve fix. However, the recovery time of MitraClip is typically much quicker.

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Elder Law: A specialized area of legal practice, covering estate planning, wills, trusts, arrangements for care, social security and retirement benefits, protection against elder abuse (physical, emotional and financial), and other issues that involve older people. (www.uslegal.com) Geriatric Care Manager: This professional is usually a licensed nurse or social worker who specializes in geriatrics. They are sort of “professional relative” who can help you and your family to identify needs and find ways to meet your needs. They will work with you to form a long-term care plan and find the services you need.

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Medicaid/COPES: A state program that provides comprehensive care management and helps pay for personal care, home delivered meals, home health care, adult day services, respite, transportation and other services for older adults in their homes. COPES may also help pay for care in senior housing and care options such as assisted living, memory care, adult family homes, and skilled nursing homes. However, not all care homes are licensed for Medicaid/ COPES. The ones that do accept Medicaid/COPES usually require a minimum of two years private pay before allowing Medicaid/COPES funding.

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Right at Home Northwest Take My Hand At Home Care Visiting Angels

Outside Back

360-647-1537

Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Snohomish

360-966-8586

King, Snohomish, Island, Skagit

360-240-9525

Skagit, North Snohomish, Camano Island

360-386-3284

Northwest Washington

360-982-2743

Ad Below Whatcom County

360-543-5777

Whatcom, Skagit, Island, San 1-888-264-3528 Juan, Snohomish

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(360)647-1537 Licensed by the WA Dept. of Health

A worker-owned cooperative providing in-home care in Whatcom County

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1155 N. State Street - Suite #525 Bellingham, WA www.circleoflife.coop

Services • Personal Care • Companionship • Household Chores • 24 Hour Services • Individualized Care Plans • Hospice Care • Transporation

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Home Support

Name

Ad Page

Area of Service

Phone

Alpha Home Health

Ad Below

Skagit, Island, San Juan, Snohomish

425-357-1790

Eden Health - Home Health

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Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Snohomish

360-734-5410

Josephine At Home

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Snohomish, Camano Island

360-386-3106

PeaceHealth Home Health

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Whatcom

360-927-0864

Home Health

Signature Healthcare At Home

Center R. Whatcom, Skagit, Island, 27 Snohomish

360-671-5872 425-747-7747

“Life Changing Service”

Having trouble leaving your home?

Ask your physician today about skilled home health.

“Compassion, Comfort, Care”

“Compassion, Comfort, Care”

We offer Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Medical Social Work in your home to help keep you independent longer.

For questions or to arrange care call 425-357-1790 “Compassion, Comfort, Care”

Name

Ad Page

“Compassion, Comfort, Care”

Area of Service

Phone

Home Support – Volunteer Assistance & Mutual Support Membership Bellingham At Home “Compassion, Comfort,Ad Care” Below

Whatcom, Skagit, Island, “Compassion, Comfort, Care” San Juan, Snohomish

360-746-3462

Be part of a community that has your back!

A Senior Village Without Walls: Volunteer Assistance, Mutual Support BellinghamAtHome.org 360-746-3462 A program of the Whatcom Council on Aging VibrantSeniorOptions.com

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OFFICE: 360.734.3064

Bringing Joy Back Ellen Liu Kellor, MSW | Age-Well, LLC

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hat are the experiences that bring true joy in life? This core question is essential, yet may be challenging to define on behalf of our senior family members and clients. Many homebound seniors spend their days alone, watching television and eating frozen dinners. Visits and outings are often focused around medical needs, errands, and tasks. The pandemic has only magnified this phenomenon. While it is easy to prioritize a doctor’s appointment, how do we plan for and even schedule “Joy”?

Joy is Unique to Individuals The experience of joy is unique to each individual. Some important considerations include a person’s historical sense of identity, culture, pace, and rhythm in life, and the associated artifacts, foods, traditions and rituals.

What was their lifelong passion? What do they reminisce about? These elements contribute valuable information that can help bring joy into the present moment when applied to care, environment, and activities. What inspires joy can be quite simple…birdwatching, a lovely sky, afternoon tea, fresh flowers, ice cream, a prized fishing pole, strawberries, the woods, a letter, gardening, a companion animal, a colorful basket of yarn, favorite music, or a shared moment.

Care Planing for Individualized Joy When incorporated into care planning and living spaces, these historical preferences can help us in the delivery of individualized, quality care and also bring a dynamic sense of life and activity into the daily environment, engaging the senses in the moment and stimulating 32

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pleasant reminiscence.

A care plan may include simple yet personalized Ellen to Liu Kellor, MS directives that allow care providers present elements of joy throughoutElder each day,Care enhancing Consulta quality of life.

CertiÞed in Gerontology & Gua

Using Favorite Items and Meals Aging-in-Place • In-Home Car Community outings Hiring and enrichment activities Caregivers • Maximizi can be readily coordinated for people of all abilities. A regularly scheduled delivery of favorite items and meals can offer a welcome and consistent surprise to the recipient as well as supplemental nutrition. Technology can offer ways to connect from afar. A living space can be decorated in meaningful ways, highlighting personal artifacts that stimulate a sense of comfort, joy, pride, and legacy.

These joyful items and activities may also act as a conduit for reminiscence and engagement between family, care providers, and seniors, leading to a deeper and more authentic connection in the moment. Just a few acts of intention, communication, and coordination by family and care providers can result in a higher quality of care and a more joyful life.

10 Ideas for Bringing Joy Back • Cue the music: A woman with advanced dementia who barely speaks, may find her voice and sing clearly and joyfully when she hears her favorite song from the past.

• Dig in the dirt: A master gardener who now resides in a nursing home, might appreciate a friendly visitor who brings along some live plants to pot together and display for daily enjoyment.

• Take a scenic field trip: A nature lover who (Continued on Page 33) Fall-Winter, 2021-2022

Home Support

Ad Page

Name

Area of Service

Phone

Home Support/Elder Care Consultant Ellen Liu Kellor, MSW Age-Well LLC

Ad Below

Kaaran McCrea, RN - Elder Law Offices of Meyers, Neubeck & Hulford, P.S.

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Whatcom, Skagit, Island, San 360-734-3064 Juan, Snohomish Whatcom

Age-Well

360-647-8846

OFFICE: 360.734.3064 EMAIL: ellen.kellor.msw@gmail.com www.age-well.com

“The Art of Aging” LLC

Together we will create a plan of action and develop a network of support to maximize your resources, choices, safety, health, and joy.

Ellen Liu Kellor, MSW Elder Care Consultant / Geriatric Care Manager CertiÞed in Gerontology & Guardianship / Over 2 decades in Healthcare, Geriatrics and Social Work

Aging-in-Place • In-Home Care • Dementia Care • Transitions • Housing • POA • Life Enrichment Hiring Caregivers • Maximizing BeneÞts • Legacy Projects • Celebrations of Life • Family Support

Bringing Joy Back (Continued from Page 32) is homebound may enjoy an outing into nature, to sit by a shore or visit the woods.

Transportation and a companion caregiver can readily be coordinated to accompany and support the journey if needed.

• Decorate with intention: Hang a lovely stained glass ornament, birdfeeder, mobile, twinkle lights, live plant, and windchimes in a room or nearby window to create a sense of movement, life and interest. Ask the individual to help decide where to place the items, engaging and empowering them with choice.

• Photographs: Load a digital frame or framed photos next to the bedside or favorite chair with photos of loved ones, pets, or images (landscapes, animals, sports, travel, etc.) that personally resonate or elicit a peaceful or joyful response!

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• Enrichment visits: On a regular basis, arrange for a visiting therapy animal, musician, artist, Chaplain, someone to read and write letters, go for a walk, or share some porch-time together. This can be done by volunteers, neighbors, a hired companion caregiver, or a student or family member.

• Tradition and Ritual: Create new traditions that mimic ones from the past: afternoon tea, Sunday dinner, weekend drives, game nights, etc. This can be something that is done with a family member, or written into the care plan with a caregiver providing the regularly scheduled activity • Mail a thoughtful card: Write several postcards or letters at once, and mail one

weekly. The cards and letters can be visibly displayed, and enjoyed over and over again

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Housing - Independent

County

Name

Ad Page

City

Phone

Mount Vernon

360-848-8422

Ad Below Mount Vernon

360-424-5810

Affordable Housing Skagit

Highland Greens Apartments

Skagit

Mount Vernon Manor

Skagit

Salem Village Apartments

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Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon Manor

360-428-5662

360-424-5810 Low Income Housing for Seniors 62+ Income Limits and Assets Apply

2405 Austin Lane Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Glossary: Housing - Independent

Active 55 Plus: These communities offer features geared towards the 55+ crowd. Features vary, but may include a clubhouse, swimming pools, exercise facilities, walking trails, golfing, security, and maintenance. Housing types differ and may include luxury apartments for rent, or homeownership types such as condos or homes in gated communities.

Affordable Housing: A subsidized apartment rental program for people who are disabled or elderly, including Section 8, HUD, public housing, and tax credit buildings.

Independent/Retirement: Private apartments rented to seniors. Some offer three meals per day. Activity programs and housekeeping may be provided, but residents are capable of independent living. Private pay only. Retirement Communities are maintenance free to seniors.

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Housing - Independent

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Providing Senior Adults Quality Housing in a Caring Community

ommunities

a non-profit corporation

Affordable Senior Apts

Carefree Senior Cottages

City Living & Country Atmosphere Highland Greens Apts 3100 N 30th Street 360-848-8422 Salem Village Apts 2619 N LaVenture Rd 360-428-5662

Your Home, Our Responsibility Convenient Mt Vernon Locations!

www.salemvillage.org

Highland Greens II Village Ct @ 3200 N 30th St 360-540-1438 Salem Village II 2601-2617 N LaVenture Rd 360-540-1438

Glossary: Housing & Care

Assisted Living: Community apartments for seniors with physical and/or cognitive impairments who may need assistance from trained caregivers. Meals, housecleaning, and activities to help seniors stay physically active and socially engaged are provided. Trained caregivers 24 hrs/day and Licensed Nursing up to 24 hrs/day. (Non-secured memory care may be available) Adult Family Home (Adult Care Home): A residence owned or rented by a licensed provider.

Room and board, trained caregivers 24 hours a day, and assisted care services for 2 to 6 adults are provided in a home environment. Licensed Nurses on staff are not required, but may be available. (Non-secured memory care may be available) Memory Care Community: This is special care in a secured community for people who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Some are stand-alone Memory Care communities, while others are located within Assisted Living or Skilled Nursing facilities. Trained Caregivers 24 hrs/day and Licensed Nursing up to 24 hrs/day.

Skilled Nursing & Rehab: A qualified facility that has the staff and equipment to provide roundthe-clock skilled nursing care (RN’s and LPN’s) and rehabilitation services such as physical, occupational, respiratory, and speech therapies. Also included are Social Work services and Medical Director oversight, as well as care giving staff to assist with personal care needs.

Continuing Care Communities: These offer three or more types of senior housing in one community location, reducing the need for a senior to move as they age. Senior housing options may include: Retirement, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing & Rehab.

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Housing - Independent

County

Name

Ad Page

City

Phone

Bellingham

360-647-3708

Bellingham

360-647-1095

Bellingham

360-671-6060 360-354-5985

Independent/Retirement Living Whatcom

Orchard Park

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Whatcom

Sapphire at Woodway Independent & Assisted Living

Whatcom

Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham

Ad Below

Whatcom

Lynden Manor Assisted Living

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Lynden

Skagit

Highland Greens II

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Mount Vernon 360-540-1438

Skagit

Logan Creek

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Mount Vernon 360-428-0222

Skagit

Salem Village II

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Mount Vernon 360-540-1438

Skagit

The Bridge at Mount Vernon

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Mount Vernon 360-416-0400

Skagit

Country Meadow Village

Sedro-Woolley

360-856-0404

North Warm Beach Homes/ Snohomish Cottages

Inside Back Stanwood Cover

360-652-2645

North Warm Beach - Beachwood Snohomish Independent Living

Inside Back Stanwood Cover

360-652-2645

Live. Life. Vibranty.

Housekeeping • Activities • Three meals per day Utilities Included – Transportation Provided – Pet Friendly Lively™ Mobile Plus – Medical Alert System

Call us today to learn more.

Solstice at Bellingham | (360) 671-6060 www.solsticeseniorlivingbellingham.com

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served in our dining room Weekly housekeeping and linen service Housing - Independent Social, recreational, craft and exercise programs Scheduled transportation to appointments and shopping 24-hour on-site staff Emergency features include pull cords and intercoms in each apartment Logan Creek - A home where ingredients Complimentary laundry room for aparking fulfilling life are fostered daily!

Complimentary Month to month rental

Imagine The Possibilities . . .

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Spacious apartment floor plans For your personal

Logan Creek Retirement Community 2311 E. Division Street (360) 428-0222 Rev 5/2020 www.LoganCreek.com

County

Name

Ad Page

tour, call:

360-428-0222

City

Phone

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) North Snohomish

Warm Beach Senior Community

VibrantSeniorOptions.com

Inside Back Cover

Stanwood 360-652-7585

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Housing & Care

County

Name

Ad Page

City

Phone

Assisted Living Communities - Whatcom Whatcom

Highgate Senior Living

Ad Below

Bellingham

360-671-1459

Whatcom

Orchard Park

Ad Below

Bellingham

360-647-3708

Whatcom

Rosewood Villa

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Bellingham

360-676-9193

Whatcom

Sapphire at Woodway Independent & Assisted Living

Bellingham

360-647-1095

Whatcom

Lynden Manor Assisted Living

Lynden

360-354-5985

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Experience The Difference in Senior Housing in Beautiful Bellingham!

• Centrally located near PeaceHealth St. Joseph’s, Health Clinics, and shopping • Age in Place—Independent Living and Assisted Living transitions • Restaurant-Style Dining To get a flavor for Orchard Park’s unique senior housing and care options, give us a call!

360-647-3708

Orchard Park Independent & Assisted Living | 844 W. Orchard Drive | Bellingham, WA

Every life has meaning.

Every day has joy.

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Our mission at Highgate is to help every resident live a life of purpose. We really get to know our residents – their stories, their families, their interests, and their passions – so that no matter what age or what ailment, we can support each person in living a happy and fulfilling life.

HighgateSeniorLiving.com Call (360) 671-1459

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Housing & Care

905 Aaron Dr. • Lynden, WA www.lyndenmanor.com

Call 360-354-5985

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County

Name

Ad Page

City

Phone

Assisted Living Communities - Skagit & North Snohomish Skagit

The Bridge at Mount Vernon

Ad Below

Mount Vernon 360-416-0400

Skagit

Where The Heart Is Assisted Living & Memory Care

Ad Below

Burlington

360-755-8007

Skagit

Country Meadow Village

Sedro-Woolley

360-856-0404

North Fields Senior Living at Snohomish Smokey Point

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Smokey Point/ 360-588-5199 Arlington

North The Suites at Josephine Snohomish

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Stanwood

360-629-2126

Inside Stanwood Back Cover

360-652-2616

North Warm Beach - Cedar Court Snohomish Assisted Living

THE GOODLIFE • Luxurious Living • E xc i t i n g Ac t i v i t i e s • Gourmet Dining

Call 360.416.0400 to schedule a tour!

301 South LaVenture Road TheBridgeAtMountVernon.com

142696

EXPERIENCE PREMIER ASSISTED LIVING.

Life Lives Better at Where The Heart Is

In our small, intimate environment, purposeful activities empower residents to create a community that speaks to them. Focus is placed on inclusion, resident ideas, choices, and independence. Our goal is to focus on what is possible.

We believe those are keys to a life well-lived.

“Once we have lived, the spark of vision does the rest.”

- Maria Montessori Visit anytime and learn about our compassionate care.

360-755-8007

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Housing & Care

Assisted Living & Memory Care Come visit Fields Senior Living at Smokey Point, the newest Senior 3607 169th St. NE Living community in Arlington. This thoughtfully crafted, family owned Arlington, WA 98223 community celebrates the lives of our community members. We enable www.fieldsseniorliving.com

You Can Trust Our Family to Serve Yours residents to continue writing their stories with joy, purpose and meaning.

Call to schedule your tour today! 360-588-5199

dule your tur today! 360–588–5199

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at any time. If your loved one can no longer read, ask a care provider to read the letters often.

• Favorite foods: Order a favorite meal to be delivered to the door of your loved one.

This can happen on a regular schedule and is a good way to supplement cooking and nutrition. A caregiver can also be hired to prepare preferred dishes, offering companionship and a wellness check at the same time.

• Reminiscence and artifacts: Fill a basket VibrantSeniorOptions.com

with colorful and tactile yarns, for your mother who once loved to knit but now lives in memory care. People often enjoy handling and engaging with the artifacts that relate their past hobbies and joys, which can inspire positive feelings and reminisce in the moment.

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County

Name

Ad Page

City

Phone

Adult Family Homes Whatcom

Gracious Living Adult Family Home

Ad Below

Bellingham

360-752-2273

Whatcom

Lee Manor Adult Family Home

Ad Below

Ferndale

360-303-6444

Lee Manor

Adult Family Home We are here to love, honor, and cherish your loved one.

Contact Annetta at 360-303-6444 leemanorwa@gmail.com 2233 Main Street, Ferndale ~ www.leemanorwa.com

Gracious Living Adult Family Home 5 Features of Compassionate Care

Contact Us Living 360-752-2273

Gracious Adult Family Home 1511 Edwards Street

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Housing & Care

County

Name

Ad Page City

Phone

Memory Care Communities Whatcom

Highgate Senior Living

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Bellingham

360-671-1459

Whatcom

Silverado Memory Care

Ad Below

Bellingham

360-746-6675

Whatcom

Lynden Manor Assisted Living

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Lynden

360-354-5985

Skagit

Where The Heart Is Assisted Living & Memory Care

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Burlington

360-755-8007

Skagit

Lighthouse Memory Care

Anacortes

360-399-7263

North Snohomish

Fields Senior Living at Smokey Point

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Smokey Point/ Arlington

360-588-5199

North Snohomish

The Meadows at Josephine

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Stanwood

360-629-2126

Can Exercise Help with Brain Health?

Scientific evidence is showing that getting regular exercise not only helps keep your brain stay healthier as you age, but can possibly slow the progression of Alzheimer’s and other dementias!

Physical activity is an important part of the daily activities at Silverado, particularly in the exercise pillar of our Nexus® brain health program.

To learn more about Nexus and brain health,

call (360) 746-6675 Silverado Bellingham 4400 Columbine Drive Bellingham, WA 98226 silverado.com/bellingham VibrantSeniorOptions.com

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County

Name

Ad Page

City

Phone

Burlington

360-755-1235

Adult Day Programs Skagit

The Bradford House

Ad Below

Memory Care Support Groups Be watching online at www.Skagitadultdayprogram.org/and the online calendar at www.facebook.com/skagitadultdayprogram for the return of no-cost “Lunch and Learn” meetings and support groups.

Skagit

The

Bradford House A supervised daytime program where adults with cognitive impairment can participate in a supportive group setting with friends.

Leigh Ann Benson Executive Director Gavin Ellis Site Manager

(360) 755-1235

www.skagitadultdayprogram.org | 116 North Skagit Street | Burlington, WA 98233

County

Ad Page

Name

City

Phone

Memory Care Education & Support Whatcom, Skagit

Dementia Support Northwest

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Bellingham

360-671-3316

Whatcom, Skagit, Island, San Juan, Snohomish

Ellen Liu Kellor, MSW / Age-Well LLC (Consultant)

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MultiCounty

360-734-3064

Skagit

Skagit Adult Day Program

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Burlington

360-755-1235

WA State

Alzheimer’s Association

Washington State

800-272-3900

Ad Below

You’re not alone. We’re here to help.

Care consultation • Support groups Education • Advocacy • Research

24/7 Helpline 1.800.272.3900 Visit us online at alzwa.org

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Memory Care & Support Educating about dementia related diseases ~ Providing hope through support and resources

◆ Care Partner & Staying Connected Support Groups for those with dementia and their caregivers ◆ Project Lifesaver Bracelets for those who wander ◆ Free Memory Screenings: Call 360-671-3316

Support Educate Empower

Visit our Website: dementiasupportnw.org Email: alz@alzsociety.org ~ Call: 360-671-3316

Peace of Mind with Project Lifesaver Dan Gray, MPA | Executive Director | Dementia Support Northwest

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t’s not easy being a family caregiver: enormous responsibility, constant worry, continual vigilance. When the person you’re caring for is prone to wander off and possibly become lost, the task becomes even more overwhelming. Such is the case with the challenge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Technology Provides a Safety Net If a person with dementia wanders outdoors and is lost for more than 24 hours, their chance of survival drops to 50% due to the risk of exposure. As a result, a lost person with Alzheimer’s or a dementia-related illness represents a critical medical emergency.

Thanks to the development and expansion of technology designed to provide a safety net for the most vulnerable citizens in our community, Project Lifesaver provides a critical increase in search and rescue capability to search for lost loved ones while simultaneously decreasing the stress on caregivers and family.

signal 24 hours a day. This bracelet is encoded and relates not only the name and distinctive identifying features of the bearer, but also any characteristics that can aid a search team in locating and securing the trust of that individual in as short of timeframe as possible.

Search and Rescue With the assistance of Project Lifesaver, when a client wanders anywhere in Whatcom County, a call to 911 by the caregiver will trigger a rapid response by the Search and Rescue team within (Continued on Page 46)

How it Works Each Project Lifesaver client is provided an electronic bracelet that emits a unique radio VibrantSeniorOptions.com

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Peace of Mind with Project Lifesaver (Continued from Page 45)

the Whatcom County Sheriff ’s Department who in turn mobilize additional volunteers organized by Dementia Support Northwest. A search to locate that client’s unique radio signal is started as soon as possible.

www.dementiasupportnw.org. Alternatively, donations can be mailed to: Dementia Support Northwest 2950 Newmarket Street #210 Bellingham, WA 98226 501c(3) ID #91-1238368

Contact Information If you know someone who might benefit from Project Lifesaver or if you would like to donate to this beneficial program, please contact Dementia Support Northwest at (360) 6713316, or alz@alzsociety.org or see our web at

For further information, please contact Dan Gray, Executive Director, at Dementia Support Northwest – formerly the Alzheimer Society of Washington Phone: (360) 671-3316 Email: alz@alzsociety.org V

Project Lifesaver (Whatcom County) and Project Care Track (Skagit and Snohomish Counties) make a difference! These programs are available in: • Whatcom County: Dementia Support Northwest: 360-671-3316 • Skagit County: Skagit County Sheriff ’s Office: 360-416-1911 • Snohomish County: Snohomish County Sheriff ’s Office: 425-388-3825

Full Service Printing now providing

blueprint services!

2226 Market St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273

360-424-5945

2000 Kentucky St, Bellingham, WA 98229

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• Mailing Services • Business Cards • Catalogs • Brochures • Large Format Banners and much more!

www.lithtexnw.com

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Housing & Care

YOUR PATH TO HOME STARTS HERE. A V A M E R E BELLINGHAM HEALTHCARE and

REHAB SERVICES

1200 Birchwood Avenue Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 734-9295

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Housing & Care

Name

Ad Page

City

Phone

Skilled Nursing & Short Term Rehabilitation - Whatcom Alderwood Park Health & Rehabilitation

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Bellingham 360-733-2322

Avamere Bellingham Healthcare & Rehab

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Bellingham 360-734-9295

Highland Health & Rehabilitation

Ad Below Bellingham 360-734-4800

North Cascades Health & Rehabilitation

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Bellingham 360-398-1966

St. Frances of Bellingham

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Bellingham 360-734-6760

Skilled Nursing & Short Term Rehabilitation - Skagit & N. Snohomish Saratoga Transitional Rehab at Josephine Warm Beach Post-Acute Care & Rehabilitation Center

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Stanwood

360-629-2126

Inside Back Cover

Stanwood

360-652-4591

We specialize in post acute rehabilitation and focus on successful transition.

• • • •

Short Stay Recovery Programs Long Term Care Residential Care Safe Transitions Program Near beautiful Lake Padden

UR PATH TO HOME STARTS HERE.

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2400 Samish Way, Bellingham, WA 98229 (360) 734-4800 /www.highlandcare.com YOUR PATH TO HOME STARTS HERE. (360) 734-9295 A V A M E R E

BELLINGHAM HEALTHCARE and

REHAB SERVICES

1200 Birchwood Avenue Bellingham, WA 98225

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• Providing Post-acute Care, Rehab, Respite, & Hospice Care • Physical, Occupational, & Speech Therapies - Available 7-days a week • Large Private Rooms, Satellite TV, Wi-Fi, and Phones •Highly Dedicated and Caring Staff

4680 Cordata Parkway, Bellingham (360)398-1966 • ncascadeshealthandrehab.com

• 24 Hour Nursing and Rehabilitation Services, Respite, and Hospice Care • Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy • Large Home-Like Private Suites available • Single Level Center with capability for window visits during Covid-19 restrictions • Warm and Friendly Atmosphere • Highly dedicated and caring staff

AlderwoodPark.com (360) 733-2322 2726 Alderwood Avenue, Bellingham VibrantSeniorOptions.com

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Directories - Housing & Care Independent/Retirement (IL) and/or Assisted Living (AL) Whatcom County

Bellingham

Brookdale Fairhaven IL/AL Cordata Court Sr. Living AL Highgate Senior Living AL Orchard Park IL/AL Solstice Senior Living IL Rosewood Villa AL Spring Creek IL/AL Summit Place AL The Willows IL Sapphire at Woodway IL/AL

Ferndale

Louisa Place AL

Lynden

Lynden Manor IL/ AL

Meadow Greens IL/AL Skagit County

Anacortes

Highland Greens IL Logan Creek IL Mountain Glen IL/AL Salem Village IL

Cap Sante Court IL Chandler’s Square IL/ AL Rosario AL San Juan Assisted Living AL

Sedro-Woolley

Creekside IL/AL Where The Heart Is AL

Maple Ridge IL/AL

Burlington

La Conner

La Conner Retirement IL/AL

Mount Vernon

The Bridge IL/AL Heather Village IL

Country Meadow Village IL/AL Island County

Freeland

Oak Harbor

Harbor Tower Village IL/AL Regency on Whidbey IL/AL Summer Hill AL Welcome Home Oak Harbor AL

North Snohomish

Arlington

Cascade Valley Senior Living AL Olympic Place by Bonaventure IL/AL

Marysville

The Gardens at Marysville IL/AL Grandview Village IL/ AL

Smokey Point

Fields Senior Living IL/AL

Stanwood

Brookdale Stanwood IL/AL The Suites at Josephine AL Warm Beach Senior Community IL/AL

Memory Care Communities Whatcom County

Bellingham

Bellingham at Orchard Cordata Court MC Highgate Sr. Living Silverado Memory Care Spring Creek

Lynden

Christian Health Care Lynden Manor Memory Care

Skagit County

Anacortes

Lighthouse Memory Support Rosario Assisted Living

Burlington

Creekside HomePlace Memory Care Where The Heart Is

Mount Vernon

Sedro-Woolley Birchview MC Island County

Oak Harbor

Regency on Whidbey HomePlace Memory Care Welcome Home Oak Harbor

Ashley Gardens

North Snohomish

Arlington

Cascade Valley Senior Living

Marysville

Fieldstone MC The Cottages at Marysville

Smokey Point

Fields Senior Living

Stanwood

Brookdale Stanwood The Meadows at Josephine

Skilled Nursing & Short Term Rehabilitation Whatcom County

Bellingham

Alderwood Health & Rehabilitation Avamere Bellingham Health Care Highland Health & Rehabilitation Mt. Baker Care Center North Cascades Health & Rehabilitation Shuksan Health Care St. Francis of Bellingham

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Blaine

Stafholt Good Samaritan Care

Lynden

Christian Health Care Skagit County

Anacortes Fidalgo Care Center

Mount Vernon

Life Care Center of Mount Vernon

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Mira Vista Care Center

Sedro-Woolley Life Care of Skagit Island County

Coupeville

Careage of Whidbey North Snohomish

Arlington

Marysville

Marysville Care Center Mountain View Skilled Nursing

Stanwood

Saratoga Transitional Rehab - Josephine Warm Beach PostAcute Care & Rehabilitation

Arlington Health & Rehabilitation

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Senior Activity Centers & Lunch Schedules Name

City

Address

Phone

Lunch

Bellingham Senior Act. Cntr. Bellingham

315 Halleck Street

360-733-4030

Mon-Fri

Blaine Senior Center

Blaine

763 G Street

360-332-8040

Mon-Fri

Welcome Senior Center

Deming

5103 Mosquito Lake Rd

360-592-5403

Thursday

Everson Senior Center

Everson

111 W. Main Street

360-966-3144

Mon & Fri

Ferndale Senior Center

Ferndale

1999 Cherry Street

360-384-6244

Mon - Fri

Lynden Senior Center

Lynden

410 Grover Street

360-354-4501

Mon - Fri

Point Roberts Senior Center Point Roberts

1487 Gulf Road

360-945-5424

Wed & Fri

Sumas Community Center

Sumas

461 2nd Street

360-988-2714

Mon & Fri

Anacortes Senior Act. Cntr.

Anacortes

1701 22nd Street

360-293-7473

Mon - Fri

Burlington Senior Center

Burlington

1011 Greenleaf Ave.

360-755-0102

Mon - Fri

Clear Lake Senior Center

Clear Lake

12605 Highway 9

360-856-1023

Wednesday

Concrete Senior Center

Concrete

45821 Railroad Ave.

360-853-8400

Tues - Fri

La Conner Senior Center

La Conner

104 Commercial St.

360-855-5440

Tuesday

Mt. Vernon Senior Center

Mount Vernon

1401 Cleveland

360-416-1585

Mon - Fri

Sedro-Woolley Senior Ctr.

Sedro-Woolley 715 Pacific Street

360-855-1531

Mon - Fri

Camano Center

Camano Island

606 Arrowhead Road

360-387-0222

Mon/Wed/Fri

Island Senior Resources

Langley

14594 SR 525

360-321-1600

M/Tues/W/F

Oak Harbor Senior Center

Oak Harbor

51 SE Jerome Street

360-279-4580

Mon/Wed/Fri

Orcas Island Senior Center

Eastsound

62 Henry Road

360-376-2677

Tues & Fri

Mullis Senior Center

Friday Harbor

589 Nash Street

360-378-2677

Mon & Thur

Lopez Island Senior Center

Lopez

4102 Fisherman Bay Rd 360-468-2421

Wed & Fri

Stillaguamish Senior Center Arlington

18308 Smokey Pt. Blvd

360-653-4551

Mon - Fri

Ken Baxter Community Cntr. Marysville

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360-363-8450

New - Next Edition!

Stanwood Senior Center

7430 276th St. NW

360-629-7403

Mon - Fri

Whatcom County

Skagit County

Island County

San Juan County

North Snohomish County

Stanwood

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Skagit County

Camano Island

Whidbey Island

360-746-6480

360-419-3420

360-387-0222

360-321-1600, ext 23

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County

Name

Phone

Information & Assistance

Bellingham Housing Authority

360-676-6887

Whatcom

Catholic Community Services

1-877-870-1582

Whatcom

DSHS/Home & Community Services (Medicaid to help pay for care)

1-800-239-8292

Whatcom

Love INC -- Budget counseling, voucher assistance

360-671-4055

Whatcom

Opportunity Council

360-734-5121

Whatcom

Veterans Assistance Office

1-800-827-1000

Whatcom

Whatcom County Council on Aging

360-733-4030

Skagit

Northwest Regional Council (Aging & Disability Resources) Ad above

360-428-1301

Skagit

Community Action of Skagit County

360-416-7585

Skagit

DSHS/Home & Community Services (For seniors needing Medicaid to help pay for care)

360-429-2961 or 1-866-608-0836

Skagit

Housing Authority of Skagit County

360-428-1959

Island

Aging & Disability Resources - Camano

360-387-6201

Island

Aging & Disability Resources - North Whidbey

360-675-0311

Island

Aging & Disability Resources - South Whidbey

360-321-1600

N. Snohomish

Homage Senior Services (Aging & Disability Resources)

425-355-1112

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Independent Living - The common thread that connects our residents is the overwhelming joy they experience by living and thriving in a vibrant purposeful Christ-centered community. Our residents have found the freedom to actively engage and pursue the things in life that matter most. Spending quality time with family, getting out and traveling the world and giving back to the community through volunteering are just a few of the many things enjoyed by our Warm Beach Senior Community residents.

Assisted Living - Designed for seniors who may not need the full array of services provided by a skilled nursing center, but do need help and support with the activities of daily living, our caring and dedicated staff members provide round-the-clock assistance while encouraging residents to maintain a high level of independence.

Skilled Rehab and Nursing - Whether our residents come for a few days or for the rest of their lives, they receive excellent care from a dedicated, compassionate and professional staff who all strive toward a common goal: nurturing body, soul and spirit. In the course of their day, friendly smiles and heartfelt hugs make Warm Beach Healthcare Center a special place for residents, family and staff alike.

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