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Press Release – Free help available during Medicare Open Enrollment

October 8, 2026

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 vice … Read More »

Press Release – Local partnership strengthens nutrition services and connects older adults to community resources

September 23, 2026

A major renovation has taken place at Meals on Wheels of Greater Spokane County, creating a larger, more efficient kitchen designed to help the organization continue providing nutritious meals and meaningful connections to older adults throughout Spokane County for years to come. The renovation was made possible through the KXLY Extreme Team and the generosity … Read More »

Wildfire resources and information

August 5, 2026

Our region has been impacted by ongoing wildfires, and we know many community members may be looking for assistance, reliable information, and local resources. If you or someone your know has been affected, the following resources are here to help. Need Assistance? If you are an Aging & Long Term Care client and have been … Read More »

Informer and Dementia newsletters – Distribution update

June 25, 2026

Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington has updated how we share newsletters and agency announcements. We have transitioned from distributing newsletters as downloadable PDF files to sending them directly through email. This change allows us to provide information in a more timely, accessible, and mobile-friendly format while making it easier for subscribers to … Read More »

Pullman Regional adopts Whitman County Senior Nutrition Program to strengthen access for local seniors

April 13, 2026

Pullman Regional Hospital is expanding its commitment to community health by assuming coordination of the Whitman County Senior Nutrition Program, ensuring continued access to vital nutrition services for older adults or adults impacted by mobility barriers across the region. The program, a partnership through Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington, provides congregate meals, … Read More »

Press Release – Attend Aging & Long Term Care’s Community Feedback Forums!

February 12, 2026

Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW) is inviting community members to take part in upcoming Community Feedback Forums to help guide the future of aging and long-term care services across Eastern Washington! Every four years, Area Agencies on Aging develop an Area Plan that outlines services priorities and funding decisions for their … Read More »

Update announcement – Transition of services in Whitman County 

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 are … Read More »

WA Cares Fund pilot program begins January 2026

December 19, 2025

The WA Cares Fund is Washington’s new long-term care insurance program that helps workers’ pay for care when they need assistance with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, or getting around the house. The program is designed to give people the support they need to live independently as they age or experience health challenges. … Read More »