Visual visits like this one were among the many ways the community has supported CHCC during the COVID-19 pandemic. Updated: Dec. 30, 2020 As COVID-19 has caused chaos across the nation and around the world, the local community has rallied around Christian Health Care...
Thank you
Our hearts are filled with gratitude for so many who have provided support and encouragement during COVID-19. While we are not out of the woods yet -- visitor restrictions remain in effect -- we do have our eyes set on the future, and that future includes welcoming...
Renew your commitment to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in Whatcom County
Note: This info is intended for the general public; there are elevated standards and best practices that we use within CHCC to minimize exposure for our staff and those receiving care here. Scientists and global health experts have learned a lot since February 2020,...
COVID-19 Impacts: Highlights from Christian Health Care Center in Lynden, WA
[ Editor's note: This post was first published on the Chuckanut Health Foundation's website. ] Each week we will hear from one of our community partners to better understand how they are navigating these uncertain times, where they see hope, and to learn how we can...
Therapeutic recreation: Adapting to meet any situation
This stack of jigsaw puzzles and activity books is among the many items donated for the enjoyment of those living at CHCC during the COVID-19 pandemic. On a typical day, a team of long-term care recreation experts, supported by dozens of volunteers, are organizing and...
Park and pray spaces reserved at CHCC
The reserved parking spaces provide space to stop for a moment and say a prayer for residents, staff, and our entire community during the COVID-19 crisis.
Handmade mask donations welcome at CHCC
These fabric masks came in as part of a larger donation, which was delivered to CHCC on March 24. We continue to hear from community members who ask how they can help CHCC during this global health care crisis. One way you can help is by sewing and donating facemasks...
Care team bio: Joy Kim, RN and current MDS coordinator
“I knew that I wanted to be involved in health care since I was in elementary school. My mother was a nurse. I think nursing was already in my nature, and I feel very comfortable doing it.” I started working as a full-time nurse at CHCC in 2015. At first, I was very...
To improve safety, video cameras being installed in parking lots, public entrances
We strive to maintain a safe environment for all residents, staff and visitors while also maximizing independence for those who live here. In an effort to increase visibility for staff at our entrances and in our parking lots, we are installing live-feed cameras in...
Skilled nursing social workers: Your family away from family
Christian Health Care Center has a team of social workers on staff whose job is to think and act like family.