December 24, 2025
Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW), the designated Area Agency on Aging for Whitman County, is announcing important transitions to several Aging & Disability services in the county. ALTCEW has successfully transitioned multiple programs to new community partners and is actively working to finalize the transition of Senior Nutrition Services. We areDecember 8, 2025
Dear Community Members, Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW), Whitman County’s designated Area Agency on Aging, is issuing this urgent announcement regarding transitions in critical Aging & Disability services within Whitman County. First, we extend our sincere gratitude to the current and former staff of the Council on Aging (COA). Their longstandingOctober 7, 2025
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, also called the Annual Election Period, runs each year from October 15th to December 7th. For more than 1.3 million Medicare beneficiaries in Washington state, this is an important time of year. During this time, those on Medicare: Can switch from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage plan – and viceSeptember 16, 2025
Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW) is inviting community members to share their input and help shape our plan for providing services in Eastern Washington! Every four years, Area Agencies on Aging are required to develop an Area Plan that outlines how they will prioritize services and allocate funding within their region.August 26, 2025
Autumn and winter can be beautiful times of year, but they can also bring challenges, especially for older adults and individuals living with disabilities. Raking leaves and shoveling sidewalks or driveways can become arduous tasks, and for some, it’s dangerous or not possible. That’s where “Adopt A Neighbor” comes in. Aging & Long Term CareApril 30, 2025
Each May, Older Americans Month (OAM) shines a spotlight on the valuable contributions of older adults while reinforcing the importance of community support and inclusion. The 2025 national theme, “Flip the Script on Aging,” invites everyone to challenge stereotypes and celebrate aging as a time of growth, purpose, and possibility. Hosted by the Administration forApril 3, 2025
As the seasons change and the days grow longer, there’s no better time to embrace new opportunities to give back. This Global Volunteer Month, Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW) is calling on community members to spring into action and make a lasting impact in the lives of older adults and adultsMarch 11, 2025
This spring, attend a FREE award-winning A Matter of Balance falls prevention class for adults aged 60 and older with Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW)! The evidence-based class helps adults who are concerned about falling stay active and independent, maintaining their safety while staying involved in activities they enjoy. Those who takeFebruary 15, 2025
Do you speak English and another language, have computer skills, and are committed to helping others find access to health care? Make a difference today by becoming a Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) volunteer. The SHIBA sponsor in Spokane and Whitman counties is looking for volunteers to help with this initiative. Our well-trained volunteersNovember 1, 2024
Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW), your local Area Agency on Aging for Spokane, Whitman, Ferry, Stevens, and Pend Oreille counties, is excited to announce that we will be relocating to a new office space this October. We are dedicated to making this transition as smooth as possible to ensure we properly