October 29, 2021
On Oct. 24 the switch to 10-digit dialing begins. That means you must include the 509 area code when dialing a local number. In July 2022 seven-digit dialing will no longer work and may cause calls to fail. Please check to see if yours, your family’s, and friend’s systems are up to date, including: lifeOctober 11, 2021
Press Release – Medicare Open Enrollment Starts Oct 15, 2021September 27, 2021
For Immediate Release September 23, 2021 Contact: Amy Gotwals, agotwals@usaging.org and 202.460.5547 WASHINGTON—As the nation grapples with a caregiving crisis that has been worsened by the pandemic, USAging applauds the 26 recommendations released yesterday by the congressionally created RAISE (Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage) Family Caregiving Advisory Council, which not only support the currentSeptember 17, 2021
By Dr. Victoria Panzer and Ms. Lori Clary Across Washington, September 20 – 24, 2021 is Falls Prevention Awareness Week (FPAW). Many things have changed this year with the challenges of COVID-19, but one thing hasn’t changed… Each year more than 25% of all older adults in Washington will fall. Some falls are minor, whileSeptember 7, 2021
While ALTCEW provides links to national resources, preventing falls is a local issue. The City of Spokane and Spokane Valley fire departments report that “older adult falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations and deaths in Spokane County. Falls-related Emergency Medical Service calls are the leading non-fire response-related calls in Spokane County.” You canAugust 18, 2021
A free, online version of the award-winning A Matter of Balance falls prevention class for adults age 60 and older is being offered by Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW). The evidence-based class helps adults who are concerned about falling or have fallen to maintain their independence while staying involved in activitiesApril 1, 2021
Falls Prevention Class Now Available Online for SeniorsFebruary 4, 2021
New COVID-19 Open Enrollment Period Now Underway on HealthCare.gov, Only for a Limited TimeFebruary 4, 2021
Announcing a free new program to help those battling isolation during COVID-19!January 29, 2021
The Spokane Regional Health District has posted an educational video and frequently asked questions document to learn more about the vaccination at https://covid.srhd.org/topics/covid-19-vaccination. Use the CV19 CheckUp tool to evaluate your risks associated with COVID-19 based on your life and individual behavior. This is a free, anonymous, and personalized online tool. The DOH is recommending