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Bellewood Retirement Living3710 Providence Point Drive SE, Issaquah, WA 98027www.bellewood.comLocated in a beautiful landscaped setting on the Sammamish Plateau. Active independent community residents enjoy an array of services including chef prepared meals, transportation, weekly housekeeping, salon services, outstanding programs and an on-site wellness clinic.

Foundation House at Bothell17502 102nd Avenue NE, Bothell, WA 98011425-402-9606www.fhbothell.com Looking for active retirement living? We’re a not-for-pro� t independent living community for seniors founded by the Seattle Education Foundation. For more information, � nd us on the web at www.� bothell.com, or stop by anytime!

The Garden Club13350 SE 26th Street, Bellevue, WA 98005425-643-7111www.the-gardenclub,comGarden Club Retirement Community in Bellevue is dedicated to the lifestyle you deserve. � ree chef prepared meals, daily activities, housekeeping & laundry service, weekly bus outings and scheduled transportation plus live-in managers.

Retirement CommunitiesRetirement Communities are designed for those who are able to live relatively independently, but can bene� t from the wide range of services o� ered, such as meals, transportation, housekeeping and social opportunities. Aegis of Bellevue

148 102nd Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA 98004425-453-8100www.aegisofbellevue.comAt Aegis of Bellevue, stay in one of our lovely studio, one- or two-bedroom apartments for a trial stay and see what you have been missing. O� ering Assisted Living and Memory Care programs.

The Bellettini1115 108th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA 98004425-450-0800www.thebellettini.comMake your retirement more like a vacation and less like chores. We o� er luxury apartment homes in the heart of Bellevue, complete with two restaurants, � tness center, private transportation, concierge services, underground parking and valets.

Brighton Gardens of Bellevue15241 NE 20th Street, Bellevue, WA 98007425-401-0300www.sunriseseniorliving.com Brighton Gardens believes that more and better choices are the foundation of a richer, ful� lling life. We o� er a variety of lifestyle, service and care options taking care to consider your needs and wishes.

Chateau at Bothell Landing17543 102nd Avenue NE, Bothell, WA 98011www.chateau-bothell-landing.comElegant new construction, multiple � exible � nancial op-tions, spacious apartment homes (studio, 1&2+ bedrooms), sweeping Sammamish River Trail views, Bistro, dining room, theatre, lap pool, therapy pool, health clubs, � tness classes, library, concierge, transportation, downtown Bothell.

The Creekside, A Merrill Gardens Community18200 Woodinville-Snohomish Road NE, Woodinville, WA 98072 425-354-3784www.merrillgardens.com Making the move to Merrill Gardens enhances your qual-ity of life by letting you focus on the things you love and providing options for new experiences. Check our website for a location in your neighborhood.

Crossroads Retirement Center15750 NE 15th Street, Bellevue, WA 98008425-641-4900Locally owned and operated – independent and assisted living. Conveniently located next to shopping, park, cin-ema and restaurants. Full range of personal care services provided by well-trained, long-term sta� . Two RN’s to oversee residents’ needs.

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Retirement Communities with Assisted LivingRetirement Communities with Assisted Living add a variety of additional support services

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Today approximately 18 million, or 1 in 15 Americans experience Sleep Apnea, a sleep disorder involving the airway that disrupts a person’s sleep o� en leading to excessive daytime sleepiness, irritability, overall poor health, and in some cases, even death. According to Dr. Je� ery Doneskey, Oral Medicine Specialist and founder of � e Sleep Apnea & Facial Pain Center in Bellevue, therapy for the disorder can be di� cult.

“� e most common treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) involves the use of a medical breathing device called a CPAP, “ said Doneskey. CPAP, which stands for continuous positive airway pressure, delivers air through a mask worn over the nose during sleep in order to help maintain an open airway.

While CPAP can provide an e� ective solution, Doneskey reports that there are signi� cant reasons why some people are unwilling or unable to use CPAP. “For example, restless sleepers o� en report having di� culty with getting comfortable and keeping

the mask on during the night. Others may have trouble keeping a seal around the mask and must use head straps to keep their mouth closed while asleep,” said Doneskey. According to Doneskey, patients also express lifestyle concerns such as the inconvenience of taking CPAP along when they travel or go on vacation.

At � e Sleep Apnea & Facial Pain Center, Doneskey reports high levels of patient satisfaction, compliance and success with a new oral appliance called “� e SilentPartner™, a jaw-friendly FDA approved oral airway dilator that Doneskey himself helped develop. According to Doneskey, � e SilentPartner is a comfortable, fully adjustable mouth appliance that allows the jaw to be safely placed in the optimum position to keep the airway open.

In addition to keeping the airway open, � e SilentPartner eliminates snoring in most patients while protecting the teeth of patients who clench during

their sleep. � is appliance is so well received that according to Doneskey, more than 90 percent of his patients over the last 5 years are able to use � e Silent-Partner on a full time basis.

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emeritus at Kirkland 6505 Lakeview Drive, Kirkland, WA 98033425-803-6911www.emeritus.comThe moment you enter the front doors, you will feel the warmth of our community. From our friendly residents to our dedicated staff, you won’t find a better place for your loved one to call home!

Fairwinds – Brittany Park 17143 133rd Avenue NE, Woodinville, WA 98072425-402-7100www.fairwindsbrittanypark.comA vibrant and active Retirement Community located in the heart of downtown Woodinville. Activities and programs creatively designed to nurture a happy and healthy lifestyle! Assisted Living services available. Moderate Income Pro-gram. A must see!

Fairwinds – Redmond 9988 Avondale Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052425-558-4700www.fairwindsredmond.comFairwinds Redmond feels more like a resort than a retirement community for independent & assisted living residents. Monthly rentals of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Affordable rates available if qualified.

gardens at Juanita Bay11853 97th Avenue NE, Kirkland, WA 98034425-823-0410www.gardensatjuanitabay.com

We pride ourselves on providing quality senior services in a lovely, natural setting conveniently located near trendy neighboring shopping village and park. Private, affordable studios offered with on-site personal care services. Call us today!

island house, A Merrill gardens Community7810 SE 30th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040 206-926-9732www.merrillgardens.com Making the move to Merrill Gardens enhances your qual-ity of life by letting you focus on the things you love and providing options for new experiences. Check our website for a location in your neighborhood.

Madison house Retirement & Assisted Living12215 NE 128th Street, Kirkland, WA 98034425-821-8210www.mhretirement.com Madison House offers retirement & assisted living apart-ment next to Evergreen Hospital, medical clinics, shop-ping and I-405. Full-time RN & LPN with 24-hour staff on premises. Great amenities. Three gourmet meals and specials daily.

Merrill gardens at Kirkland201 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland, WA 98033 425-296-4588www.merrillgardens.com Making the move to Merrill Gardens enhances your qual-ity of life by letting you focus on the things you love and providing options for new experiences. Check our website for a location in your neighborhood.

Merrill gardens at Renton Centre 104 Burnett Avenue S, Renton, WA 98057 425-272-1193www.merrillgardens.com Making the move to Merrill Gardens enhances your qual-ity of life by letting you focus on the things you love and providing options for new experiences. Check our website for a location in your neighborhood.

overlake Terrace Assisted independent, Assisted Living & Memory Care 2956 152nd Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052425-883-0495www.overlaketerraceseniorliving.comOverlake Terrace, an upscale, vibrant community, conve-niently located in Redmond, close to Bellevue. Personal Preference Services, Luxury Apts. With private baths, res-taurant style dining, quality life enhancing daily activities. Think cruise ship . . . call today!

Patriots glen1640 148th Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA 98007425-373-1161www.patriotsglen.netLocated in the lovely Lake Hills neighborhood of southeast Bellevue, Patriots Glen is a community dedicated to pro-moting maximum independence for our residents while providing compassionate and supportive care in a warm and homelike setting. Senior Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care are all offered in one gracious location.

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Regency Newcastle Full Service Retirement & Assisted Living 7454 Newcastle Golf Club Road, Newcastle, WA 98059425-453-1508www.regencynewcastle.comRegency Newcastle – has everything you expect: Indepen-dent Living, Care at all Levels, � tness programs, activities & something very special called “FUN”! Come join our Margarita Mondays, Cocktail Wednesdays, and Happy Hour Fridays with Live Entertainment.

Vineyard Park at Bothell Landing10519 E. Riverside Drive, Bothell, WA 98011425-485-8900www.vineyardpark.netCombined Independent & Assisted Living Community. 87 beautiful apartments, including 3 meals daily, featuring a variety of menu choices; weekly housekeeping, linen and personal laundry services; transportation; daily activities; In-House Rehabilitation Services.

Continuing Care Retirement CommunitiesContinuing Care Retirement Communities or Life Care Communities combine the independence of retirement living with the security of assisted living and nursing home care.Timber Ridge at Talus 100 Timber Ridge Way NW, Issaquah, WA 98027www.TimberRidgeLCS.comTimber Ridge is a CCRC o� ering Life Care, with spec-tacular views across Issaquah, the beautiful architecture of a mountain lodge and services and amenities that make living here a joy.

Adult Family HomesAdult Family Homes are private homes, which o� er assisted living services for up to six residents. Ideal Care Homes Inc. 4205 164th Avenue SE, Issaquah, WA 98027425-562-2998www.idealcarehomes.com Residential Care Homes o� ering nursing care in a family environment since 1998. Owners and operators are profes-sional and licensed nurses. Located in Bellevue, Issaquah and Sammamish. Call today for information and a tour.

Shumway Mansion Adult Family Home 11410 99th Place NE, Kirkland, WA 98033425-605-0920www.shumwaymansion.net Shumway Mansion Adult Family Home. We care. Love, patience, understanding, a great sense of humor, along with the highest quality of care and the very best care giv-ers describe our home.

Tranquility Home Care 11206 East Riverside Drive, Bothell, WA 98011425-205-0286www.tranquilityhomecare.com Come visit our home where we improve the quality of life for our residents, while making many of their remaining dreams come true! You will proud to visit loved ones at this beautiful waterfront location.

Twilight Adult Family Homes 7430 92nd Place SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040206-236-5166 / 1-800-322-4244 /206-972-2487 (cell)www.twilighthomes.com We o� er highly personal care for seniors in intimate fam-ily like environment. We have three beautiful homes on Mercer Island with awesome views. Over seventeen years of experience providing 24 hour care of our seniors!

Twilight Adult Family Homes 9747 SE 40th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040206-236-5166 / 1-800-322-4244 /206-972-2487 (cell)www.twilighthomes.com We o� er highly personal care for seniors in intimate fam-ily like environment. We have three beautiful homes on Mercer Island with awesome views. Over seventeen years of experience providing 24 hour care of our seniors!

Twilight Adult Family Homes 3321 72nd Avenue, Mercer Island, WA 98040206-236-5166 / 1-800-322-4244 / 206-972-2487 (cell)www.twilighthomes.com We o� er highly personal care for seniors in intimate fam-ily like environment. We have three beautiful homes on Mercer Island with awesome views. Over seventeen years of experience providing 24 hour care of our seniors!

Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation / Long Term CareSkilled Nursing Facilities provide a high level of medi-cal care to both short-term and long-term residents. Bothell Health Care707 228th Street SW, Bothell, WA 98021425-481-8500 August 1, 2010, Bothell Health Care became a locally owned and managed skilled nursing facility. We are com-mitted to providing quality health care services to our community. Please come in and visit us.

Life Care Center of Kirkland10101 NE 120th Street, Kirkland, WA 98034425-823-2323www.www.LCCA.comExpert nurses, wound, cardiac, orthopedic care specialists and outstanding 28 member therapy team focus on re-covery from surgery, injury or illness in a vibrant modern environment. 140 bed rehab center with extensive activities and lovely gardens.

Mercer Island Care and Rehabilitation Center7445 SE 24th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040206-232-6600Compassionate Service to Seniors is what we are All about. A Smile, a Chuckle, a warm Hand to Hold just when we need it most in Life. Our Family . . . Caring for Yours.

Mission Healthcare at Bellevue 2424 156th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA 98007425-641-1166www.missionhc.comMission Healthcare at Bellevue believes it’s our Calling, Honor and Privilege to service our Residents. We pride ourselves in providing Quality in care as evidenced by Washington’s only De� ciency-free survey 2003 to 2009. 425-641-1166.

North Creek Health and Rehabilitation10909 NE 185th Street, Bothell, WA 98011425-486-7174www.eaglehealthcare.netWe believe our residents can make their own choices. � at everyone has the right to fullness of life. Families deserve our concern and support. We work together to achieve optimum independence for our residents.

Snoqualmie Hospital 9575 Ethan Wade Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065425-831-2300www.snoqualmiehospital.orgSnoqualmie Valley Hospital is a 25 bed critical access hospital o� ering sub-acute services under a physician’s care overseeing each patient’s individualized care plan. � e rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, speech and recreational therapies.

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EmErald HEigHts is a thriving, established community of more

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Celebrate with me because moment by moment you create your brain! How fun and delicious

can that be?

Remember this: You do NOT want your brain vol-ume to be “normal for your age.”

People lose 1-2% of their brain volume each year in the “normal course of aging.” With this loss they get more “Senior Moments.” What did I ask you to remember?

Do brain volume and smarts have to be all downhill from somewhere? It’s only human. Chimpanzees don’t. Some human elders increased their brain volume by 2% in one year.

Make a contract to do what they did because it can be free, easy, portable and fun. � ey reversed age-related loss by 1 to 2 years while improving their memory. Can YOU give yourself this gi� ?

All these wise elders did was aerobics 40 minutes four times a week. To increase the fun, they picked which machine they used.

Do you have to use a machine? I do because I reward myself. As long as I stay aerobic, I am free to read, write, meditate, socialize, or whatever makes

my heart sing. I get so engrossed in reading that time evaporates.

� at’s an important point. With your healthcare provider’s counsel, do aerobic activities that bring you joy. Your brain thrives on happy. Videos guide wheelchair aerobics. If walking is your deal, early morning sunshine can add to your brain gains.

Your brain cells crave workouts that strengthen your memory. Change which hand you use to brush your teeth. Learn a new language.

Better yet, use a computer program that trains your brain while rewarding speed, memory and accuracy. Elders who used a science-based program increased their speed up to 300%, improved accuracy to match that of 24 year olds, and kept some gains � ve years. Surf the net an hour a week. � e future of mental health will include research-based video and computer games.

Busy brains burn more calories. Give yours carbs in fruits, veggies and whole grains. Protein and omega-3s are required to build, repair and enhance memory. So listen to your grandma. Eat nuts and fatty � sh.

Drink cocoa to increase circulation so more es-sential foods feed your brain to improve memory, concentration and accuracy. Antioxidant bene� ts of cocoa are three times better than teas and twice as good as red wine.

What do cinnamon, cloves, cardamom and black pepper have in common? � ey might improve your immune response. When cinnamon extract was given to � ies and mice with Alzheimer’s dis-ease, it reversed their plaques and helped them live longer plus act smarter.

Does that justify eating cinnamon rolls? Sorry. Not even laced with cocoa. Try chai.

What did I ask you to remember?

Dr. Joyce is a psychologist, nurse, speaker, global bicyclist and author of Ideal Aging: 5 Steps

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pepper have in common? � ey might improve your immune response. When cinnamon extract was given to � ies and mice with Alzheimer’s dis-ease, it reversed their plaques and helped them live longer plus act smarter.

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Change can bring new opportunities

and signal an advent of exciting times ahead. But sudden change – such as deal-ing with a signi� cant change in health or wellness of a spouse or parent – can add large amounts of unwelcome stress and confusion. Fortunately, senior service coordinators can help ease the confusion and pave an easier road for making major life changes.

A senior-focused service coordinator will

also be able to provide you with information about available services, whether the goal is staying in one’s home or moving to an as-sisted living facility. A reputable senior service coordinator will provide you with a free, no-ob-ligation consultation in your own home to assist you in compiling and

processing all the avail-able information. As you talk with di� erent service coordinators, make sure that there are:1. No fees for in-home

consultations; 2. No referral fees for

the referred; 3. No con� icts of

interest;4. All senior service

providers are licensed, bonded, and insured.Among the services

a senior service coor-dinator will be able to help you with are issues

Navigating Change SuccessfullyBY MIKE AND MINDY GARNER

and more. Even when needs are immediate, a senior service coordina-tor can work with you - at your pace - to put a plan into place.

For more information on establishing an aging plan or available senior services, contact Mike or Mindy Garner with ElderMove Alliance at

related with housing, health and mobility, and � nances. He or she will be able to put you in touch with reputable and compassionate senior-focused profes-sionals who specialize in areas such as senior housing, elder law, home health care servic-es, bill-paying services,

425-466-5345.Mike and Mindy Garner are founders of Elder-Move Alliance, a senior-focused service coordina-tor located in Bellevue, WA. For more informa-tion, contact ElderMove Alliance at 425-466-5345 or visit their website at www.eldermove.com.

Dear Neuropathy Victim,I hear this from my new patients every day. You see, I get the worst cases of neuropathy pain just like yours coming to my of� ce on a regular basis looking for help. If I can’t help them, they will have no where left to turn. They, like you, have been told, “there’s nothing that can be done for your neuropathy in your legs and feet” except to prescribe orthotics and block off the ability to feel the pain with seizure medications like Neurontin and Lyrica. Many have already suffered some of the awful side effects of these medications that are mistakenly called ‘nerve drugs’.

Many patients come in with Neuropathy caused by Diabetes. Some have had back pain, Stenosis, and/or leg pain caused by herniated, bulging, or degenerated spinal discs which compress the delicate nerves in your back that travel down to your legs. The chemotherapy that saved their life damaged these very long nerves. Now, they can barely walk a single block because of the neuropathy their cancer treatment left them with.

Your life, as so often I hear from patients, can only be described as a “living hell,” and you may be coming to the end of your rope due to CONSTANT EXCRUCIATING PAIN.

We have successfully helped thousands of Neuropathy sufferers, just like you, all over the country. It seems that no two neuropathy sufferers have the exact same experience but many share similar symptoms and we have seen them all.

“But, I’m not that bad.”Proper diagnoses is essential in peripheral neuropathy. RSD (re� ex sympathetic dystrophy) and RLS (restless leg syndrome) are just two of the most common misdiagnoses. The sooner we get to work on your nerve damage, the more likely you will qualify for care and the better the result we will likely have. There is a point in neuropathy where the damage is so extensive that our NO DRUG, NO SURGURY approach can no longer be effective.

New Non Surgical Painless Laser Treatment Works Fast...About 2 years ago I learned about a new type of non surgical and painless laser treatment from Italy that was working wonders with severe, constant chronic pain. It had the ability to quickly increase circulation to an area and could reduce and/or eliminate pain in as little as 10 minutes. It was changing the lives of patients with severe debilitating pain in of� ces across the nation. A recent survey taken from clinics Nationwide that utilize the treatment therapy we use, revealed that there is a 90.1% satisfaction rate from the patients receiv-ing the care.

Our Proprietary ProtocolWe are also very concerned about your cardiovascular function, heart attack risk and the free radical con-centration and damage in your cells. Our of� ce performs cardiac risk assessments and free radical concentra-tion assessments before and after our treatment protocols to comprehensively evaluate and treat your whole body.

I make sure that by the end of the exam you really understand what neuropathy is and the severity of your nerve damage. You will know if I can help and to what extent we can expect your nerves to regain their function.

Often, after just a few treatments even patients with extreme and chronic pain of the worst kind are telling us AND SHOWING US, how their pain levels, their swelling, the discoloration in the feet has decreased, while their balance has increased. They are shocked, AND THRILLED.

Call our of� ce right away for a Free Exam and First Treatment!

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“Doctor, I Can’t Go On Living With Neuropathy And All This Excruciating Foot And Leg Pain.”

Allen and his family’s life centered around dealing with Allen’s Neuropathy everyday.

On his � rst day with us, 63 year old Allen told me about his 3 year history dealing with his neuropathy. It started with some numbness and tingling in his toes. His family physician said it was from wearing his shoes too tight. Numbness continued increasing slowly over months until his feet felt like they were � lled with Novocain or like wrapped in bubble wrap. Suddenly, Allen had excruciating PAIN. During the day he could hardly walk because every step was sending shooting pain from his toes, up his legs. It felt like he was walking with rocks in his shoe. Sometimes it felt like tacks were pointed straight up into his arch.

At night, just the weight of his bed sheet felt too heavy, too hot, a burning he couldn’t get away from. Restless jumping of his legs forced his wife to seek sleep in the guest bedroom. This forced Allen to the Neurologist, who drugged him up with max doses of Gabapentin, Lyrica and Valium. These drugs made him feel like he was “out of his mind.” He was told that there was no cure for neuropathy and that pain management by drugs is his only option.

His pain and numbness continued to increase while taking the drugs and it was getting so bad that he was increasingly unsure about his footing and balance.

His podiatrist made him $300 custom orthotics which hurt so much he tossed them in the garbage after just one week. Neuropathy had taken over his life. With tears in his eyes, he told me that he was beginning to really wonder how long he could go on living this way.

Today after just one month under our care, Allen is happy to report that he is well on his way to recovery and has a light at the end of this very long tunnel.

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AGING IN PLACEA Change is Afoot Inc. – Senior Housing Placement Consulting9224 Slater Ave NE #215, Kirkland, WA 98033425-301-6222www.achangeisafoot.comHow do you know where the best living options are for Mom or Dad? Our skilled medical sta� and consultants can help you � nd the best alternatives and personally take you through the move process.

Adaptive Installations – Home Modi� cations & Spe-cialty Equip.9740 43rd Place SW, Seattle, WA 98116206-762-1969www.adaptiveinstallations.com� irty years of experience providing accessibility, indepen-dence and safety for people with physical challenges. We would like to be a part of your professional support team. Call today!

Advanced Health Care – Home Care33801 1st Way South, Suite 255, Federal Way, WA 98003253-874-1435www.advanced-healthcare.comAdvanced Health Care has been serving Puget Sound residents for over 26 years. Our licensed sta� of nursing as-sistants and nurses provide assistance and companionship to people who need care in their homes.

A Helping Hand, Inc. – Home Care, Nursing & Consulting Services5600 20th Avenue NW, Seattle WA 98107206-686-7440www.ahelpinghandnw.com A Helping Hand is locally owned and operated, serving the Puget Sound Region. We provide care to individuals living in their homes, hospitals, or facilities. Services provided include hourly, 24 Hour, Live-In, Nurse Delegated care.

All About Care – Home Care, Nursing & Consulting Services2020 Maltby Road, Ste 7, #136, Bothell, WA 98021425-678-8400www.AllAboutCareNow.com All About Care provides the expertise and peace of mind you seek when a loved one needs care, nursing or consult-ing services. You deserve an experienced professional who can help you make the best choices.

Barbara Boren – Retirement Financial Services1100 Dexter Ave N, Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98109206-441-6884www.BarbaraBoren.comOutliving one’s assets in retirement is o� en a concern. I assist my clients in creating an income for life by reviewing all available options: investments, Veteran’s Bene� ts and Medicaid so they may live in dignity.

Benevia – Transition Coordination Service910 N. 137th Street, Seattle, WA 981331-888-236-3842www.benevia.com Benevia (bene•via - meaning good path) is a professional transition service that simpli� es the process of moving to a retirement community, downsizing belongings, making home modi� cations/repairs, selling a home, or planning to age in place.

BrightStar Healthcare – Medical & Non-Medical Home Care12501 Bel-Red Road, Suite 208, Bellevue, WA 98005425-679-0310www.brightstarcare.comBrightStar o� ers more dependability and more peace of mind to make your life easier. We provide the full con-tinuum of in-home health care—companionship to Skilled Nursing care with � exible scheduling available 24/7.

Careage Home Health – Home Care, Nursing & Therapy2020 124th Avenue NE Ste. C-206, Bellevue, WA 98005425-519-1265www.missionhc.com/careage� ere is nothing as comforting as being in your own home. Careage Home Health provides nursing care and therapy to successfully remain at home or return home following hospitalization fully covered by Medicare. 425-519-1265.

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CayCare Placement – Placement AgencyP.O. Box 1477, Orting, WA 983601-866-337-1176www.caycareplacement.com FREE nurse based, hands on guidance helping families place their loved ones in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Adult Family Homes & In Home Care. We also provide resources in legal, financial and medical manners.

City of Bellevue Aging Service/Bellevue Network on Aging – City Services for Older AdultsP.O. Box 90012, Bellevue, WA 98009425-452-7681www.bellevuewa.govCity services for older adults include recreation, infor-mation & assistance, nutrition, wellness, home repair, mediation & more. Bellevue Network On Aging is an advisory board to the City on everything related to aging in Bellevue.

Edward Jones – Financial PlanningSuzy Burke-Myers, CFP®, CRPC®, AAMS®8103 164th Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052425-867-5187www.edwardjones,com

ElderMove Alliance – Complete Senior Transition ServicesP.O. Box 40191, Bellevue, WA 98015-4191425-466-5345 or 1-888-466-5345www.eldermove.com ElderMove Alliance is compassionate professionals provid-ing seniors with the services they need to make important

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Evergreen Home Care Services – Hospice, Pallative Care, Behavioral Health12040 NE 128th Street, Mailstop 103, Kirkland, WA 98034425-899-3300 or 1-866-969-3427www.evergreenhospital.org Evergreen Home Care Services provides a comprehensive range of services for our community beyond our medical center and our physician clinics. Home Care Services is another example of Evergreen’s commitment to providing exceptional care.

Family Resource Home Care – In Home Care10700 Meridian Avenue N. #215, Seattle, WA 98199206-545-1092www.familyresourcehomecare.com Family Resource helps our clients and their families respond to the challenges of aging, illness or disability by providing home care services that meet their physical and emotional needs. A personal approach.

Fedelta Care Solutions – Home Care/Senior Housing Placements155 NE 100th Street #209, Seattle, WA 98125206-362-2366www.fedeltacaresolutions.com Fedelta is the only local company to offer a complete range of care solutions to families living in the greater Puget Sound area. Care services include home care, nursing care, care management & senior housing placements.

Financial Detailers – Financial Chore ServicesPO Box 99616, Seattle WA 98139-0616

206-686-2794 www.FinancialDetailers.com Financial Detailers takes care of financial chores, so you spend time with family and friends instead of paperwork. Our affordable services: Bill Paying, Bank Reconciling, Medical Insurance Tracking, Tax Organizing, and more. Competent, confidential, caring.

Health People Inc. – In-Home Health Care12501 Bel-Red Road, Suite 214, Bellevue, WA 98005425-454-1947www.healthpeople.com Health People has been providing in-home personal care services to families since 1997. Our aides are experienced in working with clients with memory loss, M.S., Parkin-son’s, Diabetes, etc. All care is supervised by RNs.

Hearing Specialty Center – Audiology Services12911 120th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034425-821-6600www.hearingspecialtycenter.com Hearing Specialty Center is a full service, diagnostic audiology practice serving the Eastside. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of care and personal attention to improve your quality of life through improved hearing.

Home Instead Senior Care – Home Care Services375 118th Ave SE, Suite 102, Bellevue, WA 98005425-454-9744www.homeinstead.com/130 Home Instead Senior Care improves the quality of life of older adults and their loved ones by designing solutions to overcome the challenges many seniors face as they age in place. To us, it’s personal.

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Homewatch CareGivers – In-Home Care Services3805 108th Avenue NE, Suite 120, Bellevue, WA 98004425-889-2627www.homewatchcaregivers.com/bellevueHomewatch CareGivers is dedicated to providing the high-est quality in-home care. We are proud to o� er services that allow Seniors to remain safe and independent at home, while providing peace of mind for their families.

Humana – Health Insurance & Financial Products1498 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 300, Vancouver, WA 98683360-253-7523 or Toll Free 1-800-781-4203www.humana.comHumana o� ers coordinated health bene� ts and related services to individuals, groups, and government-sponsored plans. In addition, we educate members about their choices and guide them to make informed decisions about their health coverage and care.

Integrated Health Center – Medical/Rehab Non-Surgical Treatment for knee pain / osteoarthritis15655 NE 85th Street. Redmond WA, 98052425-881-3100www.IntegratedHealth.proKNEE PAIN? Our safe, e� ective, non-surgical knee pain treatment can put an end to your discomfort and depen-dence on oral medication. CALL 425-881-3100 for a FREE CONSULTATION

John L. Scott/Senior Real Estate Services Sandy Flynn or Barb Simonson11040 Main Street, Suite 200, Bellevue, WA [email protected] / [email protected] [ more AGING IN PLACE page 15 ]

Senior Real Estate Specialists - experience counts when it comes to knowing options available in 55+ communities and expert assistance in downsizing and selling your home. We have over 25+ years experience. Call us today!

Loan Services, Inc. – Specializing in Reverse Mortgages451 SW 10th Street, #201, Renton, WA 98057-2981425-793-8880www.loanservicesinc.comAt Loan Services, Inc., we specialize in improving lives. Many seniors have questions regarding Reverse Mortgages. With a free in-home consultation, we can help you decide if this option is right for you.

Maxim Healthcare Services – In-Home Health Care Services12501 Bel-Red Road, Ste 100, Bellevue, WA 98005425-643-0200www.maximhealthcare.comMaxim Healthcare Services delivers the highest level of clinical standards to the needs of adult and pediatric pa-tients who require care in the comfort of their home.

Mobile Senior Eyecare – In Home Eyecare11410 NE 124th #255, Kirkland, WA 98034206-369-9941www.mobilesenioroptical.com � e Mobile Optician visits home-bound residents to repair, replace and re-adjust eye glasses on site. Eye exams avail-able.

National Aging In Place Council (NAIPC) – Product/Service/Information Providers1130 140th Avenue NE, #100A, Bellevue, WA 98005425-289-0080

www.NAIPC.org � e National Aging in Place Council of Seattle brings to-gether a diverse group of product, service and information providers that serve the needs of our aging demographic and their families.

NextStep Transitions – Move Management, Downsiz-ing, Unpacking, LiquidationP.O. Box 15420, Seattle, WA 98115206-276-7271www.nextsteptransitions.comNextStepTransitions – assisting people with all phases of moving; preparation; move management; sorting; packing; unpacking and liquidation of excess. We take care of the details and reduce the stress of moving.

Options for Seniors – Senior Housing Placement9805 NE 1216th Street #7492, Kirkland, WA 98033425-827-0894www.optionsforseniors.com With over 20 years experience, Options for Seniors can easily help you with the complex task of assessing, search-ing and selecting the best possible choice of living alterna-tives available.

Orbit Medical – Durable Medical Equipement912 Industry Blvd, Bldg 22, Tukwila, WA 98188425-577-0996www.orbitmedical.comOrbit Medical has helped thousands improve their mobility and transform their lives by providing them with electric wheelchairs. If you are su� ering from decreased mobility, an electric wheelchair might be the solution for you.


Maxim Companion Services is your solution for personalized companion care and non-medical assistance in the comfort of your home.

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Paci� c Capital Resource Group, Inc. – Retirement PlanningKyle Fukuchi/Gregory Hudgins10900 N.E. 8th Street. Suite 1250, Bellevue, WA 98004425-641-8788www.pcrg.comHelping you identify your current � nancial situation, determine future objectives, and implement a program to achieve those objectives. Our portfolio of products and services include IRAs, ANNUITIES, LONG-TERM CARE, MUTUAL FUNDS, STOCKS & BONDS

Providence Senior and Community Services – Hospice, Home Care, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, Pharmacy Services2001 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057425-254-5479www.providence.orgProvidence Senior and Community Services is committed to providing access and choice by o� ering a full range of community services including hospice, home care, assisted living, nursing homes, pharmacy services, and innovative elder care options.

Puget Sound SR Alliance – Network of Senior Focused Services12020 113th Avenue NE, C-180, Kirkland, WA 980341-877- 307-6454www.pugetsoundsralliance.orgNetwork of highly competent and trustworthy individuals specializing in providing a wide ranging variety of profes-sional services to seniors and their families. We listen, we search for solutions, and we solve virtually any problem.

ResCare HomeCare – In-Home Care4714 Rainier Ave S, Ste 102, Seattle, WA 98118206-329-4695www.ResCareHomeCare.com ResCare HomeCare provides quality in-home care services for the elderly and disabled, helping them remain in their own homes. Services include personal care, bathing, housekeeping, RN/LPN care, nurse delegation and trans-portation. Private pay and Medicaid.

Right At Home – NW Homecare & Sta� ng Services2018 – 156th Avenue E – Building F – Suite 100, Bellevue, WA 98007425-818-7744 / 1-888-361-3731www.rightathome.net/bellevueAt Right At Home we promote independence, security, and joy through the provision personal, custodial, and skilled nursing care to seniors and adults with disabilities throughout King and South Snohomish Counties. We will respond 24/7/365.

Safely Senior – Residential Rehabilitation/ConstructionP.O. Box 1342, Vashon, WA1-888-625-1801www.safelysenior.comSafely Senior is a specialty service provider capable of mak-ing any home modi� cations to meet the needs of seniors and those with mobility/accessibility challenges, ensuring their living environments are the highest level of safety.

Salvation Army Eastside Corp 911 164 Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA 98008425-452-7300www.salvationarmynw.org� e Salvation Army brings necessary � nancial relief to families in need.

Savory Moment – Chef Prepared Frozen Foods18005 NE 68th Street, Suite A-115, Redmond, WA 98052425-867-1516www.savorymoment.comSavory Moment specializes in gourmet frozen foods. Our chefs prepare delicious, healthy meals for you to reheat at home. Order online or shop the retail store in Redmond.

Senior Care Coalition – Networking Professionals Providing Elderly CareP.O. Box 75496, Seattle, WA 98175-0496206-368-9821� e Senior Care Coalition is a networking organization for businesses that provide services to seniors. We are in our 11th year of existence and currently have over 250 mem-bers in the Seattle area and on the Eastside.

Senior Helpers E. King & Snohomish Counties – In-Home Non-Medical10604 NE 38th Place, Suite 228, Kirkland, WA 98033425-454-2094www.seniorhelpers.comCompanionship: Meal planning & preparation, errands, transportation, light housekeeping, laundry, linen chang-ing. Personal Care: Bathing, dressing and grooming monitoring and assistance, personal hygiene care, walk-ing assistance, medication reminders, toileting, transfers. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care.

SeniorNet of Puget Sound – Computer Learning for SeniorsPMB 705 15600 NE 8th Street, Ste B-1, Bellevue, WA 98008-3958206-232-5892 www.seniornetps.org

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SeniorNet operates a computer learning center in a Belle-vue school for seniors (over 50). Daytime classes on a wide range of topics are taught by senior volunteers at a senior pace and fees are reasonable.

Stay In Home Reverse Mortgage, Inc. – Reverse Mortgage11109 Slater Avenue NE, Ste 201, Kirkland, WA 980331-800-963-8011 ext. 5264 or 5246 www.stayinhome.com If you are a homeowner 62 or older, did you know that you can purchase a new home or re� nance your existing one with no more monthly payments? Want to know more?

Synergy HomeCare – Non-Medical In-Home Care1603 116th Avenue NE, Suite 116, Bellevue, WA 98004425-462-5300www.synergyhomecare.com

Synergy HomeCare provides in home non-medical care to those requiring daily-living assistance. Personal care, com-panionship, medication, reminders, transportation, nurse delegation, Alzheimer’s/dementia care and a web-based care plan enables family to review daily care updates.

Synergy HomeCare – Non-Medical In-Home Care1605 N.W. Sammamish Road, Suite 250, Issaquah, WA 98027425-988-3759www.synergyhomecare.comSynergy HomeCare provides in home non-medical care to those requiring daily-living assistance. Personal care, com-panionship, medication, reminders, transportation, nurse delegation, Alzheimer’s/dementia care and a web-based care plan enables family to review daily care updates.

Two Men and A Truck – Moving & Packing Services1119 Central Avenue S. #203, Kent, WA 98032253-656-4322www.twomen.com We’re your local home, condominium and apartment mov-ing company. We o� er a full line of moving and packing services, customized to � t your moving needs. We’re the professional company you can trust.

Visiting Angels – Private Duty Senior Home Care12020 113th Ave NE, C-180, Kirkland, WA 98034425-828-4500www.visitingangels.com/kirkland Up to 24 hour care; select your own caregiver; live a� er-hours phone response; hygiene assistance; meal prepara-tion; light housekeeping; “…no place like your own home and no better caregiver than a Visiting Angel”.


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October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, making it an excellent time to talk with

your aging loved one about staying safe while online.

According to the FBI’s Scams & Safety Web page, seniors are highly targeted by scammers of all kinds because they are widely expected to have a nest egg saved up, own their own house and have excellent credit. Because children in the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s were taught to be polite and trusting, scammers also expect older generations to be easier targets. Many scammers think seniors are even easier targets online because they did not grow up with today’s technology like younger generations did, and therefore scammers don’t think they will be as savvy about Internet safety and risks.

Seniors are also less likely to report scams. � ey either do not know who to report a scam to, or they are sim-ply embarrassed. Whatever the reason, this tendency also puts seniors at higher risk.

� e best way to protect your loved one from scam-mers is to educate him or her about what to look for. Here are three of the most common phishing scams targeting seniors, as listed by AARP:

Scams using the name of well-known companies, like Microsoft� ese emails claim to represent a well-known company and may even look very much like the company by using company identi� ers such as logos. � ese emails will make some sort of claim as a precursor to asking for personal information, such as your logon password.

Scams that say you have won a lottery� ese emails will tell you that you have won a lottery, even though

you did not enter one. � ey may try to align with a well-known company to try to look credible. Again, these emails will make a claim to try to get personal information from you—such as that they need your bank account number to deposit your winnings.

Scams that pretend to be security softwareAlso known as “scareware,” rogue security so� ware claims to be e� ective security so� ware, but does not actually protect the computer. O� en, the so� ware actually causes false security alerts—or worse, will lead you to make fraudulent trans-actions to gain personal information or take your money.

Seniors, like all Internet users, will also bene� t from general com-puter security practices such as using antivirus so� ware, setting up a

� rewall, and never opening emails from unknown addresses or following links to unknown sites. � e Department of Homeland Security’s National Cyber Security Awareness Month website o� ers even more information about computer safety basics.

“Make sure your loved one knows that if they are scammed, they can come to you for help without fear of being judged,” said Ben Solomon, Owner of Right At Home Bellevue. “Many seniors do not report fraud because they worry that their friends and family may think they are no longer able to look a� er themselves.” To report a scam, contact the FBI or submit a report online through the Internet Crime Complaint Center.

� e Internet has predators, but it doesn’t mean seniors shouldn’t use it. “� ere is risk in everything we do. If we travel by airplane, we know that there is a small chance that the plane can experience engine trouble or worse,” as explained by Norton in its “Cyber Safe Seniors” guidebook. “If you follow some general rules and guidelines … you will � nd the Internet a non-scary, fun, and enchanting place to visit.”

October Is National Cyber Security Awareness Month

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Back in the late 1970’s, while serving as chief policy adviser to my old friend Governor Dixie Lee Ray, one of the many tasks she assigned me was a visit to all the rest homes and retirement homes for the el-derly. It had been reported that the old folks were not being treated properly at the time.

My visits took me several weeks. I was in my late 50’s at the time and was deeply impressed --- and somewhat de-pressed --- by what I saw. Women and men in their late 80’s and 90’s were bent over and forced to maneuver in carriag-es and walkers, and at best, leaning on canes. But they were remarkably happy with their lot and smiled constantly in the many interviews I arranged.

� ey may have been examples of the lame and the halt in our society, but they didn’t utter a single complaint to me. Nevertheless, I said to myself that I must never grow old like these forlorn people. Little did I realize that when I turned 90, my wife, Madeleine, and I would be forced to give up our home in Issaquah and � nd a suitable retirement home to live out the rest of our lives. Alas! I was myself to join the lame and the halt.

My wife and I searched the � eld, visit-ing several retirement homes in the Seattle, Bellevue and Renton area. � e one we � nally chose was Regency New-castle. And the reason that we selected it was the congenial sta� ers, beginning with the pleasant marketing director, Kathy Kappler, the similarly pleasant manager, John Kotalik, and above all, the incomparable activities director, Shawna McGovern. I suppose other re-tirement homes have equally � ne sta� s, but we believe those at the Regency must top them all.

In no time, my wife and I found that we had certainly made the right choice. And what of the “lame and the halt” that I had encountered more than four decades earlier? Well, we soon dis-covered that these oldsters may have some physical disabilities, but they were

Life in a Retirement Home for the Elderly friendly, still bright despite their years,

and the epitome of great conversation-alists.

In other words, we found these resi-dents at the Regency to be of the high-est caliber of friends we had known. Now, I have wondered at the age of 92, that if we had not chosen to live at a home like the Regency, we would never have had the chance to meet these bright, interesting, and immensely like-able old folks if we had, instead, chosen to move in with one of our daughters.

Suddenly, we were in the midst of more than a hundred superb friends who never complained about their physical problems and who were a delight to be with. In addition the activities are endless --- with something for every-one, as the old saying goes. In fact, the Regency just recently won a national award for being the most enterprising activities homes for the elderly. Credit for that award should go Shawna for her incredibly frequent and interesting daily activities for the residents.

Once each month, the residents meet to discuss the activities, the excellent dining facilities, and all other issues. At these meetings, they are invited to voice their gripes, their wishes, and their likes --- whatever occurs to them. In addi-tion the executives who run the home provide a monthly meeting at which the residents are free to o� er their problems, their wishes, and anything else.

In our comfortable two-bedroom apartment, my wife and I have resumed life as if nothing had changed. I have continued my writing, turning out daily commentaries for my website, www.louguzzo.com, and adding to the number of books I have written. In addition, I am pleased to deliver talks twice a week to the residents. Some of the talks are on the news of the day. And others are from my vast collection of jokes --- most of them jokes I had collected in my days as a speaker on the national circuit and as a speech writer.

� e Regency has its own doctor in resi-dence, as well as a well-sta� ed nursing crew. It also has daily exercise sessions, a swimming pool, a movie room, and other advantages. As one might say, it has all the pleasures of home.

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East King County Senior Housing Options WebsiteKing County. ARCH Program Manager Arthur Sullivan commented, “While ARCH is more know for working on a� ordable housing issues, our over-all work with member cities has shown the growing needs and complexities of housing for our seniors. We welcomed the opportunity to use our partner-ship with the invaluable assistance of the student team to create this resource to help bene� t residents throughout East King County.” More information on ARCH is available on its website: www.arch-housing.org

County. Lynne Robinson, a member of the Belle-vue Network on Aging stated that, “ARCH and the student team have done a wonderful job of creating a website that provides information for both market rate and a� ordable senior housing. � e Bellevue Network on Aging, a citizen advisory board to the city of Bellevue, received many requests for this information from older adults in Bellevue who were planning to downsize. � is is the only comprehen-sive, non-commercial website to provide Eastside housing options for older adults.”

� e best way to access this tool is through the ARCH website:www.archhousing.org/current-residents/senior-housing.html

Printed copies are also available at local senior centers in East King County.

ARCH is a public partnership of cities in East King County and King County who have created this unique partnership to assist members to address local housing needs, with its primary emphasis to preserve and increase the supply of housing for low– and moderate income households in East

ARCH, in collaboration with local senior com-missions and a student team from the Continuing Education Project Management Program at the University of Washington, announce the availability of Senior Housing Options, a new tool to inform seniors, caregivers, and their families of housing choices for seniors in East King County. When asked why the group chose this project, Mitra Mohandessi, a member of the student team stated, “Our team chose Senior Housing Project for its far reaching bene� ts, serving seniors, their families and caregivers of East King County; and for providing safe and desirable living options for elderly who have played a role in shaping the lives of so many others.”

Senior Housing Options helps guide users through issues related to aging in place or transitioning out of their current home to a new home. It allows seniors to evaluate their values and needs, and discover the many housing and service options in East King County. It provides an overview of the full range of housing choices for seniors and helps them � nd their way through a maze of informa-tion by focusing on issues related to housing needs and resources and housing speci� cally in East King

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