November 17, 2022
To inform the planning and development of the State Plan on Aging for 2023-2027, The Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA), which is part of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is sharing this short survey about the needs and concerns of older state residents, their families, and caregivers. Regional results from thisNovember 16, 2022
UPDATE 12/1/2022 Our snow removal volunteers are at capacity and are unable to take additional people at this time. Please ask a friend, neighbor, or family member. If you have a need around aging in place, we are still here to help. Contact our help line. Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington’s CommunityNovember 8, 2022
Welcome to Rural Resources first Caregiver Connection Newsletter! Rural Resources has an abundance of programs and options to support all kinds of caregivers. Read on to discover resources, local events, and more! The Caregiver Connection Fall 2022 NewsletterNovember 7, 2022
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and National Caregiver MonthNovember 1, 2022
Medicare’s Open Enrollment runs October 15 through December 7 and is the time of year when you can make certain changes to your Medicare coverage. You can make as many changes as you need to your Medicare coverage during Open Enrollment. The last change you make will take effect on January 1. Take action during Open EnrollmentOctober 20, 2022
Although flu season is just beginning, the virus claimed the life of a Spokane County resident this past week — Spokane County’s first flu-related death this season and one of two total hospitalizations so far, according to Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD). The patient was in their 60s with underlying health conditions. “Unfortunately, this isOctober 3, 2022
Spokane, Washington – For more than 1.3 million Medicare beneficiaries in Washington state, this is an important time of year. Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period – also called the Annual Election Period – runs each year from October 15th to December 7th. During this time, those on Medicare: Can switch from Original Medicare to a MedicareSeptember 20, 2022
Click on the link below to enjoy the fall issue of The Caregiver Support Program Newsletter! Caregiver Support Program Fall NewsletterSeptember 19, 2022
Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW) announces that its Advanced Medication Management Program (AMMP) recently received a 2022 Aging Innovations Award from USAging, one of the highest honors presented by USAging to its members. AMMP, which helps clients find solutions to address complex health conditions and create safe and effective medication managementSeptember 16, 2022
Did you know that one in four older Americans falls every year? Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people aged 65+. Falls can result in hip fractures, broken bones, and head injuries. And even falls without a major injury can cause an older adult to become fearful or depressed,