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March 18, 2024 — The greying of America continues at a rapid pace with even the youngest baby boomers hitting their 60s this year. By 2030, there will be more people 65 and older than there are children in America, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This demographic shift is weighing heavily on the health care industry with today’s... Read More
March 15, 2024 — There are few constants in life but there is something that happens like clockwork every year. That’s right. Tax season is upon us. Fortunately, AARP Foundation is providing free tax assistance and preparation through its Tax-Aide program. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free tax assistance and preparation service. The program was conceived in... Read More
March 13, 2024 — On January 20, 2024, the community came together to celebrate 50 years of the Rehabilitation Act at Magnuson Park’s Hanger 30. The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (commonly called the Rehab Act), prohibits discrimination based on disability in programs conducted by federal agencies, receiving federal financial aid, federal employment, and employment practices of federal contractors. Sections 503... Read More
March 11, 2024 — Age Friendly is heading into 2024 strong—we’ve got Civic Coffees scheduled out, our public-facing anti-ageism training is in production, and we’re kicking off a new Social Connectivity Learning Network for community leaders, government staff, academics, and others seeking to improve older adults’ social connectedness. But before we speed too far into the new year, we... Read More
March 8, 2024 — Every day nationwide, about 38 million people perform a great labor of love as a family caregiver: caring for parents, spouses, adult children with disabilities, friends, and other loved ones. Caring for a family member or close friend is one of the most important roles we are likely to play in our lifetime; however, the... Read More
March 7, 2024 — Many people go through life not thinking much about brain injuries, concussions, or head trauma. They think you must be in a car accident, have a sports related injury, or suffer a severe head trauma to have a brain injury. Once I saw a client at a home visit who did not have any history... Read More
March 6, 2024 — March is Women’s History Month—a time to focus not just on the past, but also on the challenges women continue to face in the 21st century. At Social Security, we provide vital benefits and financial protection for women. Nearly 55 percent of people receiving Social Security benefits are women. Today, more women work, pay Social Security... Read More
March 5, 2024 — Aging and Disability Services—the Area Agency on Aging for Seattle and King County—has been in existence for 51 years. In that time, social workers have been critical to the success of our mission and the health of our community. Currently, Aging and Disability Services (ADS) has more than 140 staff working in Care Coordination Programs.... Read More
March 4, 2024 — Last month, in my inaugural AgeWise article, I introduced a topic that’s near and dear to my heart: affordability. This month and next, I want to share information about programs that can save some households hundreds of dollars every month. This month, let’s talk about the services that keep your lights on and your water running—utilities.... Read More
February 25, 2024 — Sun-Hee and Yunhee are sisters and nurses living in the Puget Sound area. They provided care for their dad until he passed away from Alzheimer’s disease and are now starting the long-term care journey anew with their mom, who has begun experiencing cognitive decline at the age of 84. Sun-Hee says after taking care of... Read More