Join the Alzheimer's Association for a special livestream event with Dr. Maria Carrillo, chief science officer for the Alzheimer’s Association.
Learn about the great strides being made in Alzheimer’s and dementia research from an internationally respected expert in the field.
alzwa.org/research
#AgingLTC #AlzheimersAssociation #Dementia
Endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility exercises can improve your health and physical ability. To learn more, take a look at the following link:
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/four-types-exercise-can-improve-your-health-and-physical-ability
#AgingLTC #NIH #FPAW #FallsPrevention #FallsFree
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Four Types of Exercise Can Improve Your Health and Physical Ability
Gonzaga University School of Law's University Legal Assistance can help you prepare for the future with estate planning. They continue to accept cases during the pandemic and provide legal advice, representation, and counseling without charge to low-income community members! Contact them at (509) 313-5791 or through the following link: https://www.gonzaga.edu/school-of-law/clinic-centers/law-clinic
#AgingLTC #UniversityLegalAssistance #LegalAssistance #EstatePlanning #Gonzaga
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Law Clinics at Gonzaga University School of Law | Gonzaga University
Remember the National Council on Aging will be hosting a Facebook live event tonight at 6:30 PM for Falls Prevention Awareness Week!
Watch experts discuss falls prevention during COVID-19. There will be another FB live event tomorrow at the same time in Spanish!
#AgingLTC #NCOA #FPAW #FallsPrevention #FallsFree
"September is National Preparedness Month and a perfect time to revisit your own preparedness and post-disaster plans." Take a look at the following link for 4 tips to help you both before and after an emergency.
https://www.ncoa.org/blog/4-tips-for-national-preparedness-month/
#AgingLTC #emergencypreparedness
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4 Tips for National Preparedness Month | NCOA
“If you or an older person you know has fallen, you're not alone. More than one in three people age 65 years or older falls each year. The risk of falling—and fall-related problems—rises with age.”
To learn more about preventing falls and fractures, take a look at the following link. https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/prevent-falls-and-fractures
#AgingLTC #NIH #FPAW #FallsPrevention #FallsFree
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Prevent Falls and Fractures
“There are many places you can get your flu shot – don’t wait.
People who are 65 and older are at high risk of having serious health complications from the flu. Getting the flu shot protects you from getting the flu and keeps you from spreading it to others.”
If you are on Medicare and have questions about getting a Flu shot, learn more at the following link:
https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/flu-shots?utm_campaign=20200917_flu_prv_gal&utm_content=english&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
#AgingLTC #Flu #FluSeason #Medicare
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Flu Shots Coverage
Contact your local Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors at 509-458-4089 to learn about upcoming Medicare Webinars! #AgingLTC #Medicare #SHIBA
If you or a loved one is living with memory loss, this four-week Staying Connected - Early Stage Memory Loss Group may be for you. For more information or to register, call 208-666-2996!
#AgingLTC #AlzheimersAssociation #Dementia #MemoryLoss
Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15!
This year, Medicare plans have historically low premiums and you can take a sneak peek at plans available in your area! Take a look at the following link to learn more information and like our page for regular updates!
https://www.medicare.gov/blog/medicare-open-enrollment-set-a-reminder?utm_campaign=20200925_oep_res_gsm&utm_content=english&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
#AgingLTC #Medicare #MedicareOpenEnrollment #SHIBA
Are you a caregiver who wants to learn how to better care for yourself while caring for a friend or relative? There is still time to sign up for the Powerful Tools for Caregivers workshop, a 6 week class offered at no cost through the YMCA of the Inland Northwest. https://ymcainw.org/programs/healthy-living/
#AgingLTC #Caregiver #YMCA
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Healthy Living
You still have time to complete the Spokane Area Dementia Friendly Community needs assessment survey! Make sure your voice is heard to help make our community friendlier to those with Alzheimer’s and other dementias!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JZN2LM3
#AgingLTC #Dementia #Alzheimers #MemoryLoss
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Spokane Area Dementia Friendly Community Needs Assessment Survey
The Medicare Open Enrollment Period runs from October 15, 2020, to December 7, 2020. Free unbiased help is just a phone call away at 509-625-4801.
#AgingLTC #Medicare #MedicareOpenEnrollment #SHIBA
Take a look at the following link for answers to frequently asked questions about the flu! https://www.cdc.gov/flu/season/faq-flu-season-2020-2021.htm?utm_campaign=20200917_flu_prv_gal&utm_content=english&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery#anchor_1597410034241
#AgingLTC #Flu #FluSeason #CDC
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Upcoming 2020-2021 Influenza Season
Become a Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisor volunteer! As a volunteer you can help others. Connect with your community. Meet new friends. Contact us at 509-625-4801 to learn more. https://www.altcew.org/volunteer/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors/?fbclid=IwAR2V2fsb2UcFvVqmywb1YTJKMfvTwtzTV3CJbTgzrQyhGe594ogUveU9-UA #AgingLTC #Medicare #SHIBA #Volunteer
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Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors - Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington
There is still time to register for the Staying Connected – Early stage memory loss Group! Call 208.666.2996 to learn more or register! #AgingLTC #AlzheimersAssociation #Dementia #MemoryLoss
Learn 3 Ways to Prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment at the following link:
https://www.ncoa.org/blog/3-ways-to-prepare-for-medicare-open-enrollment/
#AgingLTC #Medicare #OpenEnrollment
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3 Ways to Prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment | NCOA
The Christmas Bureau is an annual holiday assistance program coordinated by Catholic Charities Eastern Washington, Volunteers of America, and the Spokesman-Review. The program provides holiday assistance to individuals and families in the Greater Spokane area.
Learn more and apply for assistance at the following link: https://www.cceasternwa.org/christmas-bureau
#AgingLTC #ChristmasBureau
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Christmas Bureau | Catholic Charities Eastern Washington
The new Dementia Legal Planning toolkit helps individuals with memory loss and their family members and caregivers to plan for the future. To download the toolkit, visit https://www.washingtonlawhelp.org/resource/dementia-legal-planning-toolkit.
#AgingLTC #FamilyCaregiverMonth #Dementia
Join us for a FREE, unbiased “Medicare Open Enrollment” webinar on Nov. 30th! Call to reserve your spot at 509-458-4089. https://www.altcew.org/news-events/event-calendar/
#AgingLTC #Medicare #MedicareOpenEnrollment #SHIBA
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Are you providing care for a loved one? Respite care can give you a short break from caregiving so you can have some time to run errands or take time to yourself. The Pathways to Respite toolkit can help you understand what respite is and how you can get it: https://informingfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Pathways-to-Respite-sm.pdf #AgingLTC #FamilyCaregiverMonth #Caregiver
This year, Medicare plans have historically low premiums and you can take a sneak peek at plans available in your area! Take a look at the following link to learn more information and like our page for regular updates!
https://www.medicare.gov/blog/medicare-open-enrollment-set-a-reminder?utm_campaign=20200925_oep_res_gsm&utm_content=english&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
#AgingLTC #Medicare #MedicareOpenEnrollment #SHIBA
Medicare loses an estimated $60 billion each year due to fraud, errors, and abuse.
The good news is that by following some simple tips, you can protect yourself against scams. Click the following link to learn more about the steps to report suspicious behavior, and like our page for regular updates on how to protect yourself from fraud! https://www.insurance.wa.gov/medicare
#AgingLTC #SHIBA #Medicare #MedicareFraud #Insurance
Have you heard about the Toys for Tots Program?
This program distributes new, unwrapped toys as #Christmas gifts to children in need.
If you’re interested in requesting a toy, making a donation, or volunteering, click the following link: https://spokane-wa.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/request-toys.aspx
#AgingLTC #ToysforTots #Spokane #Holidays
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New ACL Video on Protecting Yourself Against Fraud!
ACL’s Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Program works to empower and assist Medicare beneficiaries, families, and caregivers to prevent, detect, and report healthcare fraud, errors, and abuse. Watch and share this short SMP video to learn more and help others:
https://youtu.be/LlqtkiyAoxs
#AgingLTC #ACL #SMP #Medicare #SHIBA
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Senior Medicare Patrol
One in four Americans age 65+ falls every year, but falling is not a normal part of aging. Older adults can take steps—safely during the pandemic—proven to reduce their chances of falling. Check free options at https://www.altcew.org/programs-services/preventing-falls/ or phone 509-458-2509.
#AgingLTC #PreventingFalls #StayHealthy
Preventing Falls with A Matter of Balance | Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington
In #Spokane, #Washington people have a new opportunity to enroll in #healthinsurance for 2021 on HealthCare.gov, but only for a limited time. This new COVID-19 open enrollment period starts on February 15, 2021 and ends on May 15, 2021. Click here for more information: https://www.altcew.org/press-release-new-covid-19-open-enrollment-period-now-underway-on-healthcare-gov-only-for-a-limited-time/
#AgingLTC #COVID19 #OpenEnrollment
Press Release - New COVID-19 Open Enrollment Period Now Underway on HealthCare.gov, Only for a Limited Time - Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington
New COVID-19 Open Enrollment Period Now Underway on HealthCare.gov, Only for a Limited Time
Press Release - New COVID-19 Open Enrollment Period Now Underway on HealthCare.gov, Only for a Limited Time - Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington
New COVID-19 Open Enrollment Period Now Underway on HealthCare.gov, Only for a Limited Time
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The University of Washington and WSU Pullman, with support from Tacoma Community College, have created the Washington State Food Security Survey (WAFOOD). Take this survey examining the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Food Systems, Food Security, and Food Access in Washington State!
https://nutr.uw.edu/cphn_project/examining-impact-of-covid-19-pandemic-on-food-systems-food-security-and-food-access-in-washington-state/
#AgingLTC #FoodSecurity #Pandemic #InlandStrong
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Examining the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Food Systems, Food Security, and Food Access in Washington State | Nutritional Sciences Program
The CV19 CheckUp tool helps Washingtonians be safer, healthier, and ensure they have the resources and support needed during the pandemic. Try out the free tool to assess your risk for COVID-19 and connect with resources in your area! https://washington.cv19checkup.org/
#AgingLTC #COVID19 #StayHealthy
Learn About the economic stimulus payments that are being distributed via prepaid debit cards!
https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2021/jan/22/economic-stimulus-money-on-debit-cards-causes-conf/?fbclid=IwAR0OZlYatVChw9IMbNRVC_YHKOmy1_p9tzz301mn31pevv2Bxd64BEKkw54
#AgingLTC #Stimulus #StayStrong
Economic stimulus money on prepaid debit cards causes confusion
Prepaid debit cards holding the $600 economic stimulus payment per person approved by Congress have been showing up in people’s mailboxes, but the plain white envelopes they arrive in have some people worried that people may throw them in the trash thinking it is junk mail.
Economic stimulus money on prepaid debit cards causes confusion
Prepaid debit cards holding the $600 economic stimulus payment per person approved by Congress have been showing up in people’s mailboxes, but the plain white envelopes they arrive in have some people worried that people may throw them in the trash thinking it is junk mail.
See more at
spokesman.com