Category Archives: Caregiving

We Know the Cure for Loneliness. So Why Do We Suffer?

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Put B. sent me the article below and wrote the following. It raises important questions, particularly about the ease and convenience of dining together and meeting new friends over a shared meal. But is there even more we … Continue reading →

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Memory Hub September 2023 Newsletter

Posted on September 3, 2023 by Jim deMaine
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Help for Maui residents affected by the fires

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Karen McM brought this to our attention and recommends Maui Strong as good place to consider making a donation to help. There are many other good organizations listed below.

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If Loneliness Is an Epidemic, How Do We Treat It?

Posted on July 21, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Ed Note: This article raises the question about our dealing with loneliness at Skyline–either our own or of others. If you have thoughts about this, please reply. Better yet speak to a member of the Caring Committee. By Eleanor Cummins and Andrew Zaleski … Continue reading →

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Also on Wednesday the 21st – in the Madrona Room and 5th floor patio.

Posted on June 20, 2023 by Jim deMaine

For foodies, you can have a frozen yogurt with toppings out on 9th Avenue, then top it off with strawberry shortcake on the 5th floor patio. Who needs dinner anyway??

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Aging Well Resource Fair – Saturday, June 24, 2023

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Jim deMaine

North Bellevue Community Center (NBCC) 4063 148th Avenue NortheastBellevue, WA 98007-3118Register Now

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Pioneers in Aging – Speaker Series (on-line)

Posted on March 22, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Click here to register for these events

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Anderson Cooper Explores Grief and Loss in Deeply Personal Podcast

Posted on January 19, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Shakespeare’s 73 sonnet speaks of anticipating loss: “This thou perceivist which makes thy love more strong; To love that well which thou must leave ere long.” Grief surrounds us as we near life’s end. How do we deal … Continue reading →

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Assisted living too often fails older, sicker residents, report says

Posted on December 5, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Diana C – Published in the Washington Post Assisted-living communities too often fail to meet the needs of older people and should focus more on residents’ medical and mental health concerns, according to a recent report by a diverse panel … Continue reading →

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National Family Caregivers Month!

Posted on November 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: The communication below is from the Conversation Project. November is National Family Caregivers Month. Visit the Caregiver Action Network’s resource page to learn more about this year’s theme #CaregivingHappens, find resources, social media toolkit, stories, ideas on how … Continue reading →

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Annual African American Caregivers Forum this Saturday

Posted on November 8, 2022 by Jim deMaine

KEYNOTE: Dr. Raina Croff, Assistant Professor of Neurology at OregonHealth & Science University, will present “Black Joy Matters forCaregiver Health.” Learn about joyful activities that improve health aswe age and the joy of walking and talking for brain health. Attend … Continue reading →

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Holocaust survivor Francine Christophe shares her story

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. In this video interview with Francine Christophe, a Holocaust survivor, you will learn about her experience as an eight-year-old Jewish girl at Bergen-Belsen camp. You’ll be amazed to learn about her selfless act, and the great reward that she … Continue reading →

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Caregiver survey

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Friends, Santa Clara University’s Bioinnovation and Design Lab is partnering with Maude’s Ventures to address the challenges of caregiving for patients and family members with dementia. They are gathering perspectives from individuals who have first-hand experience caring for people with … Continue reading →

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Caregiver Book Club

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Put B. Note: You don’t have to belog to Kaiser to participate in this book club, or even read the book, to join in the discussion

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