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 recommendingJanuary 21, 2021
CV19 CheckUp provides users with a personalized assessment of their COVID-19 risks The Department of Social and Health Services, in partnership with BellAge, Inc., has launched CV19 CheckUp in Washington state. The website is a free, anonymous and personalized online tool that evaluates an individual’s risks associated with COVID-19 based on their life situation and individual behavior.January 5, 2021
Special Meeting Notice for January PMC MeetingsDecember 4, 2020
The holiday season is usually filled with family gatherings, visits to friends, communal meals and group activities. These events provide us with opportunities to check-in on our loved ones and take note of their well-being. While the festivities may look different this year, it’s more important than ever to reach out to our loved onesDecember 1, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2020 Aging & Long Term Care Joins National Campaign to Raise Awareness of Local Programs to Address Social Isolation and Loneliness Among Older Adults and Caregivers Spokane, Washington— Aging & Long Term Care is excited to participate in Home for the Holidays, a national campaign led by the Eldercare Locator and the National Association ofOctober 7, 2020
To learn more about the Avista Rate Discount Program, take a look at the following link: Avista Rate Discount ProgramSeptember 8, 2020
Spokane Area Dementia Friendly Community – Community Needs Assessment Survey Announcement Dementia Friendly America recently recognized the Spokane area as a Dementia Friendly Community. This national network of communities, organizations and individuals seek to ensure communities across the country are equipped to support people living with dementia and their caregivers. “My husband Alan was diagnosedSeptember 1, 2020
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 canJuly 13, 2020
The Spokane Area has been recognized as a Dementia Friendly Community! Press Release – SADFCJune 22, 2020
Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington announces new website launch! Press Release – New Website