April 3, 2024
Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW) is seeking volunteers this National Volunteer Month! “Volunteers play a vital role at Aging & Long Term Care, and we are always in need of caring, compassionate individuals to help us support the aging population within our five county service region,” said Kari Stevens, Community LivingDecember 27, 2023
Most of us will need long-term care but do not have a way to pay for it. The WA Cares Fund is a new state program that makes long-term care insurance affordable for all Washingtonians for the first time. For those looking for educational opportunities or presentations about WA Cares, contact Aging & Long TermOctober 11, 2023
Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW) has joined the Aging and Disability Vaccination Collaborative, led by USAging, to launch its “You’ve Got This” initiative with the goal of reaching a million COVID-19/flu vaccinations within 17 months. “This funding will enable ALTCEW to specifically reach out to 1,250 people who live in areasOctober 9, 2023
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 Medicare Advantage plan –October 6, 2023
Ageism Awareness Day on Saturday, October 7, 2023, is an opportunity to draw attention to the existence and impact of ageism in our society and how we can reframe aging in our communities. “We live in an aging society, which is a wonderful, remarkable thing,” says ASA’s Interim President & CEO Leanne Clark-Shirley, PhD. “ButOctober 3, 2023
Winter can be a beautiful season, but it can also bring challenges, especially for older adults and individuals living with disabilities. Shoveling sidewalks and driveways can become an arduous task, and for some, it’s dangerous or not possible. That’s where “Adopt A Neighbor” comes in. Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington is lookingMay 2, 2023
Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time for us to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of older Americans, highlight important trends, and strengthen our commitment to honoring our older citizens. This May, join us as we recognize the 60thMarch 31, 2023
“For the Love of Community” Celebrating National Public Health Week, April 3-9 Public Health Leadership Panel – April 6, 2-4 pm at SRHD (1101 W. College Ave.) April 3-9, 2023, Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD) celebrates National Public Health Week, a week where local health jurisdictions across the country recognize the connections created within theMarch 27, 2023
Unable to Attend a Community Forum? Complete our survey: Aging & Long Term Care Area Plan Survey Your voice matters! Attend Aging & Long Term Care’s Community Forum Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW) invites you to attend one of our upcoming community forums! At this meeting we will discussDecember 21, 2022
There are many ways that older adults can give back to their communities and stay healthy while doing it! That’s why we’re participating in Home for the Holidays, a national campaign led by USAging and the Eldercare Locator, this year in partnership with AmeriCorps. Because older adults may not know where to start on their