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Monday, October 1st, 2012
Click here to visit the Susan G. Komen for the cure website to learn how you can help advocate Breast Cancer Awareness.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM). Since the program began in 1985, mammography rates have more than doubled for women age 50 and older and breast cancer deaths have declined.
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This is exciting progress, but there are still women who do not take advantage of early detection at all and others who do not get screening mammograms and clinical breast exams at regular intervals.
- Women age 65 and older are less likely to get mammograms than younger women, even though breast cancer risk increases with age.
- Hispanic women have fewer mammograms than Caucasian women and African American women.
- Women below poverty level are less likely than women at higher incomes to have had a mammogram within the past two years.
- Mammography use has increased for all groups except American Indians and Alaska Natives.
If all women age 40 and older took advantage of early detection methods – mammography plus clinical breast exam – breast cancer death rates would drop much further, up to 30 percent.
The key to mammography screening is that it be done routinely – once is not enough.
For more information about NBCAM, please visit www.nbcam.org. For additional information, please call one of the following toll-free numbers: American Cancer Society,
(800) 227-2345, National Cancer Institute (NCI), (800) 4-CANCER, Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization, (800) 221-2141.
The National Breast Cancer Awareness Month program is dedicated to increasing public knowledge about the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Fifteen national public service organizations, professional associations, and government agencies comprise the Board of Sponsors, who work together to ensure that the NBCAM message is heard by thousands of women and their families. For more information, please visit their website.
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Friday, June 15th, 2012
- Providence Hospice
“My life has been profoundly enriched
by my experience as a hospice volunteer:
by the amazing people I’ve met,
by the connections we’ve shared,
and by the personal growth I’ve experienced
through this work.
I truly receive so much more than I give.”
-Providence Hospice of Seattle volunteerVolunteers are critical to the work done at Providence Hospice of Seattle.
Providence Hospice of Seattle volunteers serve patients and families throughout King County. As members of the hospice team, volunteers play a key role in helping patients and families cope with practical, emotional, and spiritual challenges at the end of life.
Being a hospice volunteer can be a deeply rewarding, even life-changing, experience. Volunteers gain satisfaction from knowing that they make a very real difference in the lives of those they serve. And volunteering with hospice can also foster increased self-awareness, as well as a greater appreciation of what truly matters in life.
Some of the volunteer opportunities available:
• Seamstresses
• Quilters
• Knitters
• Fundraising, booths, and expos
• Office Assistance
• Monthly Phone Companion
• Reconditioning of Lifeline Units
• Phone Call Follow-up
• Camp Erin
• Beautician or Barber
• Notary
• Handyman or Handywoman
• Landscaper/Yard work
• “Tuck-in” Program Delivery Team
• Musician
• Patient Volunteer
• Vigil
• Carousel
• Pet Visitor
• Life Stories
*To learn more about volunteering with Providence Hospice of Seattle, call 425-261-4808.*
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Tuesday, June 5th, 2012
June is National Safety Month
Falls are one of the leading causes of unintentional injures in the United States, accounting for approximately 8.6 million visits to the emergency department. Adults 55 and older are more prone to becoming victims of falls, and the resulting injuries can diminish the ability to lead active, independent lives. The number of fall deaths among those 65 or older is four times the number of fall deaths among all other age groups.
To prevent falls, the National Safety Council recommends:
- Exercise, such as brisk walking, tai chi and yoga, helps reduce falls by improving strength and balance. Stay hydrated while exercising and consult with your physician before starting an exercise program.
- Have a doctor or pharmacist review all of your medications. Some medicines, combination of medicines or other combinations (sun, alcohol, etc.) can make you drowsy or light-headed, which can lead to a fall.
- Have your vision checked regularly by an eye doctor. Poor vision can greatly increase your chance of falling.
- Pay attention when you walk or use stairs.
- Avoid distractions, such as texting or reading while walking, that can lead to a slip, trip or fall due to a step, crack or hole in the ground.
- Be aware of your surroundings at all times. Falls can happen in any location, even in familiar areas.
Click here to download the Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls PDF.
Preventing Slips Trips and Falls
Please visit the National Safety Council website for more information, articles, and downloads regarding National Safety Month.
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Sunday, April 29th, 2012
Providence Hospice Grief Support
Grief is not an event, it is a constant unfolding.
Providence Hospice of Seattle offers a full range of compassionate response to children and adults who are grieving the loss of a significant person. They realize the importance of acknowledging the unique grieving process of every individual. Included in this acknowledgement is the understanding that grief has no timeline.
They offer a variety of opportunities for ongoing support and education regarding grief, loss, and life adjustments following the death of a significant person. Their purpose is to help individuals, families and communities identify their needs and strengths and to provide them a supportive presence for up to 15 months after the death.
Their program offers a continuum of support for children to older adults and is available not only to families of hospice patients, but to anyone grieving who resides within King and South Snohomish counties.
The Grief Support Services Program at Providence Hospice of Seattle offers supportive and educational opportunities that recognize the innate resilience of the human spirit. They acknowledge each individual’s natural strength to grow and learn from the experience of grief ~ and this belief underlies each program offering. For more information on any of these services, please call 206-749-7702
Please click here for more information on Providence Hospice of Seattle support groups and grief support services.
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Monday, April 16th, 2012
- Cremation is the most popular disposition choice in Western Washington
In Washington state, cremation is chosen as the preferred method of disposition for 73% of services. Religious restrictions and tradition aside, cremation is notably on the rise in the United States, as well as abroad. Cremation dates back to over 20,000 years ago, but is more recently becoming more acceptable. Among the reasons why people choose cremation are personal preference, preservation of land, saving money, and the desire for simplicity in funeral arrangements.
Cremation is, generally speaking, less expensive than traditional burial services. There are a wide variety of factors that impact the cost of a cremation service, including whether or not a witness cremation, visitation or viewing is selected, if there will be a gathering or memorial “Celebration of Life” service, and whether or not the ashes will be placed in a permanent resting place, such as a cemetery or columbarium, or in a mausoleum.
Prices vary a great deal from funeral home to funeral home. Depending on whether or not the funeral home is family-owned or owned by a corporation, if they own and operate their own crematory or if they outsource their cremations to a third party, and what kind of facility the funeral home operates out of (i.e. a beautiful, traditional funeral home with chapel as compared to a conservative, professional office setting), these differences can make the difference of thousands of dollars.
We encourage anyone who is interested in inquiring about services and the associated pricing to ask the following questions:
- Where is your crematory?
- Do you own it?
- May I see it?
Also, many cremation service providers have a guaranteed identification tracking assurance. We recommend asking for a general price list to be supplied to you, either by email, mail, or you may ask if it is available online. Many families want to know whether or not a funeral home has their own care technicians (the team that comes to a home or place of death to perform the removal and take a loved one into their care), as well as what their average response time is in the local area.
If you have questions about cremation, burial, or other funeral services, please feel free to call us at 425-641-6100 or email info@cascadememorial.com. The Washington State Office of the Attorney General also has helpful guidelines on their website.
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Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
Providence Marianwood Issaquah Washington
Spring Celebration Luncheon
Thursday, May 3rd
11:30 am – 1:15 pm
Bellevue Hilton
FEATURED SPEAKER: Helen Thayer
Helen is a renowned explorer and adventurer named as “One of the Great Explorers of the 20th Century” by National Geographic Society. The first woman to circumnavigate the North Pole solor, Helen’s philosophy of overcoming obstacles and perservering through hard times both inspires and delights her audiences.
RSVP: To RSVP click here or the RSVP Now button to the right. The Spring Luncheon cost is $50 per person.
If you have questions, feel free to call Arlene Carter, Executive Director of the Foundation at425-391-2895.
CELEBRATING SPONSORS
Presenting Sponsor: Hall Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors
Gold Sponsors: Swedish Medical Center, US Bank, Sodexo, Denali Advanced Integration, Silver Sponsors: Fischer Plumbing, Aegis Living, Bellevue Healthcare, Overlake Medical Center, University House of Issaquah/ERA Living, Verizon
Bronze Level: NW Landscaping, Kiwanis Club of Providence Point
Thanks to these generous sponsors, all the money raised at the luncheon wil go directly to providing care for the elderly, chronically ill and disabled residents who live at Providence Marianwood.
To learn more about Ms. Thayer and her explorations and adventures, go to www.helenthayer.com
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Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Camp Erin, Where Children Learn to Grieve and Heal
Camp Erin is weekend-long overnight camp designed for children and teens, ages 6 to 17, who are grieving the death of someone close to them. It is a traditional, fun, high-energy camp combined with grief education and emotional support.
Camp Erin will be held Aug. 24-26, 2012, at Camp Kuratli in Boring, OR. Activities begin Friday afternoon and end Sunday afternoon.
Camp Erin is offered at no charge to participants, thanks to the support and funding provided by The Moyer Foundation, Providence Medical Foundations and community donations.
Camp Erin, created and funded by The Moyer Foundation, is the largest nationwide network of bereavement camps for children and teens ages 6-17 who have experienced the death of someone close to them.
For more information, please contact Christopher Olson at 206-749-7689, or by email at christopher.olson@providence.org.
It is a weekend-long experience filled with traditional, fun, camp activities combined with grief education and emotional support — facilitated by grief professionals and trained volunteers. At Camp Erin, children are comforted knowing that there are other children who understand exactly what they are feeling and experiencing. At Camp Erin, grieving children have an opportunity to address their feelings and memorialize their loved ones. They are provided with tools and resources for use during and after camp, including memories and friendships that last long after camp is complete.
As founders of The Moyer Foundation, Karen and Jamie Moyer are more committed than ever to the growth and long term success of the Foundation and Camp Erin. In addition to volunteering their time and talent on a daily basis to raise funds and awareness for the Foundation’s mission, the Moyers have made significant financial contributions over the years including a $1 million dollar gift in 2007 to launch Camp Erin’s national expansion.
Support from The Moyer Foundation and local communities ensures that Camp Erin is free to all campers.
How does a grieving child benefit from an experience like Camp Erin? Click here to learn more…
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Friday, March 16th, 2012
Bellevue Haggen now open in Crossroads
We would like to welcome to the neighborhood Haggen Food & Pharmacy to the Crossroads, Bellevue area. Haggen is a company, founded in 1933 in Bellingham, Washington offering many natural, healthy, scratch-prepared foods, including fresh produce, baked goods, gluten-free products, and an emphasis on local sources. They opened in the former Top Foods location at 156th Ave NE and NE 15th Street, and just in time for National Nutrition Month. We’re happy to have you in Bellevue, neighbor!
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Thursday, March 15th, 2012
- Eating Well on a Budget
[From Aging in Stride eNews]
Four grocery shopping tips to protect your health and your wallet
Concerned that rising food prices may lead Americans to pinch grocery pennies by skipping healthful vegetables and fruits, experts at the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) recently outlined four ways shoppers can make budget-friendly choices without sacrificing health at the supermarket.
Although higher fuel prices and recent cold snaps that hurt the harvest mean many Americans are paying more for food, “Shoppers can still choose a wide variety of vegetables and fruits and keep their budget lean,” said Alice Bender, AICR Registered Dietitian. “By comparing prices, doing a bit of meal planning and staying flexible, Americans can fill up their grocery carts with healthy foods—and save money while they’re doing it.”
AICR’s advice for making low-cost but healthy choices is based on recent data from the USDA’s Economic Research Service comparing the cost of vegetables and fruit on a cup-for-cup basis.
Click here to read the rest of the article and for some great tips!
For More Information
March is National Nutrition Month. Sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association), this event focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. Visit the academy’s EatRight.org website to learn more about this event and to download a free guidebook, Eating Right for Older Adults.
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Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
- Snoqualmie Valley YMCA
[From the SnoValley Star article, published March 8 2012]
Tickets for the May 5 Authentic German Dinner Fundraiser are now on sale, with proceeds going to benefit Relay For Life’s Partylite team.
Tickets may be purchased at the Relay For Life Kick-Off, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. March 10 at the Snoqualmie Valley YMCA, 35018 S.E. Ridge St, Snoqualmie. You may also contact Bev Jorgenson at 922-8645.
Tickets are $15.
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