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Local Senior Centers discuss reopening plans Governor Inslee announced on are subject to change as we wel- 360-568-0934. May 13 that COVID-19 restrictions come you back to your center.” would be able to be lifted on June Current projects and remodeling Monroe Senior Center 30. He has followed up with saying in progress will dictate the time- The Monroe Community Cen- that if 70 percent of adults receive line of being able to safely reopen. ter remains open by appoint- at least one vaccine shot, most of “All efforts are being made to offer ment only while they also decide the restrictions will be dropped be- as many programs as we can now, how and when to open safely. At fore June 30. leading up to July 6, when we an- the time of publication, we know This has left not only our local ticipate having full operation of the it’s in the works! businesses, but also our senior cen- center,” said Burlison. The Monroe Community Se- ters, scrambling to figure out how “The Snohomish Senior Center nior Center will host the Drive and when they can fully open. team is eager to welcome you back Thru Summer BBQ on Friday, home safely and quickly as pos- Lively enter tainment at the June 25 at 5 p.m. Dinner will Snohomish Senior Center. Snohomish Senior Center sible. Your patience is appreciated include Hawaiian BBQ chicken “As a result of the Governor’s re- while we work together to reopen,” sliders, cole slaw, baked beans cent announcement on May 13, the Burlison continued. and dessert. Cost is $5 per dinner The Monroe Community Senior Snohomish Senior Center will be- The Snohomish Senior Center is and all ages are welcome. Bring Center is located at 276 SKy River gin the process to reopen at or near located at 506 Fourth St. in Sno- cash for the Gift Raffle Basket! Re- Parkway in Monroe. To stay in- its fullest capacity on or before homish. To stay informed of the serve your dinner by calling 360- formed of the opening and events July 6, 2021,” said Sharon Burlison, opening and events offered, please 794-6359. (Dinner sponsored by offered, please visit their website director of the Snohomish Senior visit their website at www.snohom- Robin Parker of HomeSmart Re- at www.mcsc.org and on Facebook. Center. “Programs times and dates ishcenter.com and on Facebook. alty.) 360-794-6359. Live Life to the Fullest Living at our beautiful community gives you the chance to write the next chapter of your life, focusing on the things that bring you joy. When you take away the stresses of taking care of a home by yourself, the possibilities of how you can spend your time open up more than you can imagine. Enjoy a wealth of services and support, engaging activities and wellness programs, top-notch amenities, and heightened protocols in place to keep you safe. Contact us today at (425) 318-1243 to schedule a tour! 18200 Woodinville-Snohomish Rd NE Woodinville, WA 98072 PREMIER 55+ INDEPENDENT LIVING 3 - Senior Lifestyles Spring/Summer 2021
Furry friends help seniors feel less lonely (NewsUSA) – Many older adults tal and physical well-being in older or being treated, such as hospitals, experience feelings of loneliness adults, research from Home Instead hospice centers and care communi- and isolation as they age, but pets confirms that seniors don’t need to ties. can provide the companionship own pets to experience the ben- • Visit a pet store. Some pet stores and love seniors desire. A survey efits. Those who regularly interact sell small animals, such as guinea conducted by Home Instead, Inc., with, but don’t own, pets report pigs, hamsters, chinchillas, gerbils, franchisor of the Home Instead Se- feeling better just spending time mice, rats, certain geckos, bearded nior Care Network, found regular with animals owned by family, dragons, snakes, and specific types interaction with animals can help friends and neighbors. of frogs, birds and fish. Visiting can to reduce feelings of isolation and There are many ways seniors can provide a pet fix! loneliness in older adults. interact with animals without tak- With so many options available, The most frequently cited ben- ing on the responsibility of pet finding the right animal interaction efits of pet ownership are company, ownership. Here are a few ideas: for each individual should be as comfort, unconditional love, en- • Volunteer at a rescue organiza- easy as a walk in the dog park. tertainment and improved mood. tion or animal shelter. Many rescue To help older adults determine In fact, 86 percent of pet owners organizations and animal shelters what type of pet interaction is right agree they would be lonelier and could use an extra hand. Seniors for them, the Home Instead Senior less happy without their pet, and can help provide care for animals, Care network is offering free infor- lives, visit PetsandSeniors.com or 58 percent agree that they would including feeding, watering, re- mation and tips to help seniors in- contact your local Home Instead not be as physically healthy with- stocking supplies, washing dishes, corporate animals into their lives. Senior Care office or www.homein- out their pet. walking dogs, cleaning cages and To learn more about how older stead.com. The companionship and love pro- enclosures or socializing with the adults can bring animals into their vided by a pet can be especially animals. Volunteers experience the meaningful for those most at risk benefits of interacting with pets, for isolation. Home Instead found and they can provide some care to that pet owners who live alone are an animal in need. significantly more likely to report • Get to know your neighbors’ increased benefits of pet owner- pets. Seniors who regularly walk Providing over 45 years ofPuget experience taking care of 45 patients’ eyes. Serving Serving Serving thethe Greater the Greater Greater Puget Puget Sound Sound Sound AreaArea for Area for Over for OverOver 45 Years 45 Years Years ship. their neighborhoods will likely Owning a pet can also be an im- see pet owners walking their dogs. portant factor for seniors deciding Asking to join them for a walk where they will live as they age. might lead to new friendships with According to the survey, 82 percent neighbors and dogs. of older adults say they will not • Connect with a therapy animal. consider moving to a senior living Pet Partners therapy teams, made community without their pet. up of a pet owner and his or her Brian BrianBrian D. 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Boost your income with little-known benefits (NewsUSA) – Retirement is a life-changing experience. For some older adults it can be relaxing, for ESC others it can be energizing. But MATTRESS CENTER it should never be stressful. But retire- ment in the United States can be expen- sive, and even savvy seniors who have budgeted that help pay for medication and for this phase of their lives may feel other health care costs (including squeezed in areas such as hous- home care and nursing home care), ing and health care. COVID-19 has as well as food, housing, and utili- made things even harder for many. ties. Many older Americans who have For those living on a fixed in- worked hard all their lives are un- come, an extra $200-$300 a month aware that they qualify for a range can make a significant difference in of public and private benefits to their standard of living and quality help pay for food, medicine, utili- of life. Approximately half of all Medi- Let Let usus helphelp you findyouthe bedfind of yourthe of yourbed ties, and many more essentials that dreams ensure a safe and stable retirement. care beneficiaries live on incomes below $26,200 a year. Let us andhelp startyou find better sleeping the bed today! Every year, $30 billion in benefits go unclaimed because eligible old- For those who qualify, Medicare’s special programs can save them dreams and and start start sleepingsleeping bett better today! er adults don’t know the programs thousands of dollars annually on exist or how to apply. These programs are not scams, their premiums, medications, de- VOTED BEST and they are not loans. They are ductibles, and co-pays. MATTRESS legitimate public and private funds designed to help older adults boost Let BenefitsCheckUp.org also in- cludes information on employment STORE us help you find the bed IN drea of your SNOHOMISH their budgets. and volunteer programs, programs and start sleeping better today! The National Council on Aging for veterans, property tax relief, COUNTY! (NCOA), the nation’s oldest and travel and recreation discounts, most trusted nonprofit working on and support for families and care- WINNER 3 YEARS IN A behalf of seniors, offers the latest givers. information on benefits programs Older adults can visit ncoa.org/ on its free and confidential website, Boost to start their free Benefits- ROW! BenefitsCheckUp.org. CheckUp. Or they can connect with The site includes a simple search one of NCOA’s local community or- Locally Family Owned and Operated! tool to help retirees and their care- ganizations across the country for givers safely and securely identify in-person assistance. Partners can 10121 Evergreen Way • Everett 425-512-0017 • escmattresscenter.com programs that may help meet their be found on ncoa.org/Map. financial needs. There are benefits 5 - Senior Lifestyles Spring/Summer 2021
Addressing the health needs of the whole person (NewsUSA) – Social, economic and social isolation are associated from accessing health and environmental factors play a with increased mortality and poor care services and key role in people’s health – where health outcomes. Identifying in- healthy food options they live, learn, work, and play. dividuals at risk for these factors to maintaining social These circumstances are shaped by allows doctors to recommend pre- connections. Lack of the distribution of wealth, power vention and care strategies to im- transportation is the and resources at global, national prove their patients’ health. leading cause of pa- and local levels. • Food insecurity. The U.S. De- tient no-shows for Identifying these so-called “so- partment of Agriculture defines medical appointments, cial determinants of health” helps food insecurity as a lack of con- and missed appoint- doctors determine the root causes sistent access to enough food for a ments are associated of their patients’ medical condi- healthy life. According to Feeding with increased medical tions and is critical to improving America, food insecurity exists in care costs and increased emergen- Humana is working to address so- whole-person health. The Physi- every state in the United States. Se- cy room visits. cial determinants of health through cians Foundation found that nearly niors face challenges that put them But many Medicare Advantage its Bold Goal, by working with Hu- 90 percent of doctors have patients at risk of food insecurity, such as plans, provided by private health mana care teams, physicians, non- whose health is affected by these being on a fixed income and having insurers such as Humana, offer profit organizations, and business key factors. to choose between buying food or their members health and wellness and government leaders to identify, Below are some examples to illus- medicine, or struggling to obtain benefits, programs and services to screen and refer members to com- trate how social factors can affect food without reliable transporta- help address social determinants, munity resources and long-term you and your health: tion. with rides to medical appoint- support. • Loneliness and social isolation. • Transportation Barriers. A lack ments, meal benefits, social inter- For more information, visit popu- More than a quarter of the U.S. of transportation affects an indi- action and screening for food inse- lationhealth.humana.com. population live alone. Loneliness vidual’s health and well-being – curity. 95846 LC QP Lynnwood Tribune-Senior Lifestyles ad.indd 1 4/29/21 12:15 PM 6 - Senior Lifestyles Spring/Summer 2021
Bicycling can be fun for everyone (StatePoint) Whether rediscover- planet and your local community, a ride with more experi- ing the joy of riding a bike or tak- cutting down on greenhouse gas enced or younger friends. ing a ride for the first time, cycling emissions and air pollutants and The pedal-powered boost saw a boom during the pandemic, improving traffic congestion. can also provide a less in- and many believe this trend is here Find Time to Bike tense alternative to tradi- to stay. Changing or creating a single tional biking. Whether it’s Now is an excellent time to rec- habit can have unexpected and to ease back into biking or ognize the many benefits of this wide-reaching effects. Here are a you just want a cool bike, healthy habit, and outfit yourself few ideas for doing so: the e-bike offers the same with everything you need to em- • Are weekends the time you joys as a conventional bike brace your inner adventurer. Huffy spend connecting with friends? ride with a bit of a kick. Bicycles offers the following tips to Suggest your next meet-up start Get Equipped get you moving. with a bike ride. Huffy offers a range of Recognize the Benefits • Whether you’re a runner, swim- models in every style. If Bicycling is a heart-healthy car- mer or love working out at home, you’re an RV-er they also diovascular exercise that strength- swap at least one workout a week offer fun-to-ride electric ens your lower body, yet is low-im- with cycling. bikes that make it easy to pact on joints, making it a terrific Go Electric ride more miles and power workout for adults of all ages, as Electric bikes are great alterna- up hills. For more informa- well as kids and families. It’s also tives for all adult riders, no matter tion, visit www.huffy.com. great for the mind, and has been your level of experience. An e-bike shown in studies to boost mood helps you get back on a bike if it’s Electric bikes can give seniors the extra and improve cognitive function. been a while since your last ride, if power they need. But the benefits extend beyond the you have physical limitations that individual. Biking as a substitute make riding a standard bike dif- for driving a car is good for the ficult, or if you want to keep up on Nothing is more important than planning for your family’s future. Need a ride in Monroe? New Glass Do you need a ride around Mon- roe? Are you age 60 or older? Then pointments, pharmacy pick up and other activities. Cost is only $1.50 Front Niches this service may be perfect for you! per stop. Funerals | Cremation Monroe Community Center of- Call 360-794-6359 to see if you Mausoleum Crypts | Ground Burial New fers transportation every Thursday. qualify and more about this won- Pre-Need Planning Services Hedge This door to door service provides derful service. (Service partially access to shopping, medical ap- funded by the City of Monroe) Estates Mention this Elder Law Check-Up ad and Save 5% — My Will or Trust is up to date — My Powers of Attorney are current — My long term care plan is complete Mention this ad and Save 5% Paul S McConnell Esq. Call to Attorney at Law Evergreen Funeral Cypress Lawn schedule your www.thirdstreetlaw.com Home & Cemetery Memorial Park check up 4504 Broadway | Everett, Washington 1615 SE Everett Mall Way | Everett, Washington 425-252-2244 425-353-7141 Third Street Law www.Evergreen-FH.com www.CypressLawnMemorialPark.com 1636 3rd St. • Marysville • 360-658-6580 FIND OUT WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE Member: Nat'l Academy Elder Law Attorneys FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS IRREVOCABLE. 7 - Senior Lifestyles Spring/Summer 2021
Top 10 financial scams targeting seniors Financial scams targeting the el- The grandparent scam is so de- 5. Sweepstakes & lottery scams Romance scammers create fake derly can be devastating. The FBI vious because it uses one of older Scammers inform their mark profiles, often on social media, estimates that seniors lose more adults’ most reliable assets, their that they have won a lottery or and exploit seniors’ loneliness for than $3 billion each year to fraud- hearts. The scammer pretends to sweepstakes and need to make a money. In some cases, romance sters. be a grandchild and will ask for payment to unlock the supposed scammers may (or pretend to) be And it’s not just wealthy seniors money to solve some unexpected prize. Often, seniors will be sent a overseas, and request money to pay who are targeted. Low-income old- financial problem (overdue rent, check that they can deposit in their for visas, medical emergencies, and er adults are also at risk of financial car repairs, jail bond) and will beg bank account, knowing that while travel expenses to come visit the abuse. And it’s not always strangers the grandparent not to tell anyone. it shows up in their account imme- U.S. Because they drag on for a long who perpetrate these crimes. Over 3. Medicare/health insurance diately, it will take a few days before time, romance scammers can get 90% of all reported elder abuse is scams the (fake) check is rejected. During a lot of money from a senior—the committed by an older person’s Perpetrators may pose as a Medi- that time, the criminals will quick- FTC found that in 2019 alone, se- own family members, and others. care representative to get older ly collect money for supposed fees niors lost nearly $84 million to ro- Unfortunately many of these people to give them their personal or taxes on the prize, while the vic- mance scams. scams go unreported. information, or they will provide tim has the “prize money” removed 8. Internet and email fraud Learn how to identify the most bogus services for elderly people at from his or her account as soon as Pop-up browser windows simu- prominent scams so you can pro- makeshift mobile clinics, then bill the check bounces. Unlike some lating virus-scanning software will tect yourself and your loved ones Medicare and pocket the money. of the other scams noted here, lot- fool victims into either download- from financial fraud. Medicare scams often follow the tery and sweepstakes scammers ing a fake anti-virus program (at a 1. Government impostor scams latest trends in medical research, can sometimes collect thousands substantial cost) or an actual virus Government impostors call un- such as genetic testing fraud and of dollars from their unsuspecting suspecting victims and pretend to COVID-19 vaccines. victims. See SCAMS on page 10 be from the IRS, Social Security 4. Computer tech support scams 7. Romance scams Administration, or Medicare. They A pop-up message or blank may say you have unpaid taxes and screen usually appears on a com- threaten arrest or deportation if puter or phone, telling you that Turn back the hands of time you don’t pay up immediately. Or they may say your Social Security your device is compromised and needs fixing. When you call the with anti-aging dentistry or Medicare benefits are in danger support number for help, the scam- of being cut off if you don’t provide mer may either request remote ac- personal identifying information (that can then be used to commit cess to your computer and/or that you pay a fee to have it repaired. Call Today! fraud). Government impersonators The Federal Trade Commission Free Consultation often “spoof ” the actual phone (FTC) found that seniors who fell and $500 toward numbers of the government agen- for this scam lost an average of Your New Smile! cy, or call from the same zip code. $500 each to computer tech sup- 2. The grandparent scam port scams in 2018. We offer a little Hughes Dental Group help so you can Comfort, beauty and confidence continue to live your life to the fullest. Within our intimate community, we offer a lifestyle that defies 425-337-6885 expectations, www.HughesDentalGroup.com cultivates unique experiences and encourages life- 10025 19th Ave SE, Suite 2200 long learning. 18700 44th Ave W | Lynnwood | 425.712.9999 Please call for a Dr. Robert Hughes Everett, WA 98208 Aegislynnwood.com tour today! 8 - Senior Lifestyles Spring/Summer 2021
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Do you have what it takes to be in the Peace Corps? (StatePoint) Are you an older lutions for the world’s most press- working closely adult looking for your next big ing challenges, the Peace Corps with a women’s adventure? The Peace Corps is en- has served in 61 countries globally.business asso- couraging U.S. adult citizens to vol- Volunteers serve in such sectors as ciation in Mol- unteer their service abroad to pro- education, health, youth in develop-dova to help mote world peace and friendship. ment, agriculture, community, eco- develop small While the Peace Corps temporar- nomic development, environment enterprises, to ily suspended volunteer operations and Peace Corps response. Over working with at all posts in March 2020 due to 240,000 American citizens – 13,898 the Ministry of COVID-19, the agency is working of whom served over the age of 50 Education in Fiji to return to service and is accept- – have served in the Peace Corps in establishing ing applications. since it was established 60 years a solar-powered Here’s what to you need to know: ago in 1961 by the John F. Kennedy digital library photo courtesy of the Peace Corps Experiences Vary Widely presidential administration. system and re- Partnering with communities Recent older American volun- vamping its their new communities. abroad to develop sustainable so- teer experiences have ranged from textbook warehouse. They’re also recognized back Older Volunteers are Valued home with the Lillian Carter Award, Scams According to Peace Corps officials which honors the contributions continued from page 8 and returned volunteers, not only that older adults bring to service. are older Americans uniquely qual- Established in 1986, the award is that will open up whatever infor- name similar to a legitimate char- ified to serve because of their per- named for former President Jimmy mation is on the user’s computer ity. They often capitalize on cur- spectives and experiences, they are See PEACE CORPS on page 15 to scammers. rent events, such as natural disas- viewed and respected as an asset to Phishing emails and text mes- ters. Charity scammers may insist sages may look like they’re from a you donate immediately, some- company you know or trust. They times with a payment method that may look like they’re from a bank, should be a red flag—e.g., gift a credit card company, or an online cards or money transfer. store. Phishing emails request your personal information, such as a If you suspect you’ve been the vic- log-in or Social Security number to tim of a scam… Senior 55+ Apartments verify your account, or ask that you Don’t be afraid or embarrassed update your credit card payment. to talk about it with someone you Affordable Studio, 1 & 2 Bedrooms Then they use that information to trust. You are not alone, and there Imagine living in a place where comfort and steal your personal and financial are people who can help. Doing nothing could only make it worse. convenience are treated as essentials, not extras. information. 9. Elder financial abuse Keep handy the phone numbers Washer & Dryer, Microwave This is carried out by someone a and resources you can turn to, in- On-site Yoga Studio & Beauty Salon senior knows. This can be a fam- cluding the local police, your bank Business Center, Entertainment Lounge ily member, friend, power of at- (if money has been taken from Professional Quality Fitness Center Controlled Access • Indoor Spa • Pet Friendly torney, or caregiver. These trusted your accounts), and Adult Protec- Close to Shopping, Dining & Transportation individuals try and gain control of tive Services. To obtain the contact Income Restrictions apply a senior’s money, assets, and credit. information for Adult Protective Seniors who have a disability or Services in your area, call the El- Must See! Call Today! 425-353-3479 cognitive impairment (such as de- dercare Locator, a government 8920 Evergreen Way, Everett 98208 • leasing@reserveateverett.com mentia) may be at particular risk. sponsored national resource line, 10. Charity scams at: 1-800-677-1116, or visit their Charity scams rely on seniors’ website at: https://eldercare.acl.gov. goodwill to pocket money they You can also report scams online claim they’re raising for a good to the Federal Trade Commission. cause. Some scammers may use a 10 - Senior Lifestyles Spring/Summer 2021
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