AARP offers a number of online courses for seniors. Topics include using Zoom to chat with family and friends, exploring Windows and Android computers, easy-to-follow tai chi, and an open discussion for participants throughout the country.
Do I have to be a Christian to live at CHCC?
Health care services at our Whatcom County nursing home are open to all people, regardless of their faith. We do not discriminate against anyone’s religious beliefs, and we work to accommodate personal preferences.
Catastrophic staffing challenges in long-term care, help needed
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, the staffing level at Christian Health Care Center has plummeted nearly 30%, from 260 to 190. Despite continual wage increases, numerous vaccination exemptions and robust recruitment efforts, CHCC has not been able to rebuild staffing to pre-pandemic levels.
Watercolor painting for seniors: Everything you need to know
Watercolor painting is a wonderful craft for seniors because of how perfectly imperfect it is. The paint is so thin that it’s hard to control; the water generally just goes where it wants to. Because of this, there’s little pressure to paint perfect lines, and that’s a blessing for older people who have a harder time controlling the brush.
E-books for seniors: How to help a loved one get started with digital reading
Through the Whatcom County Library System or the Bellingham Public Library, readers have access to the Washington Anytime Library, which contains thousands of audiobooks and e-books for seniors.
What is a POLST?
Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment, more commonly known as POLST, are portable orders that tell physicians, emergency responders and other care providers how people would like to be treated in a medical emergency.
The critical role of skilled nursing in north Whatcom County
While north Whatcom County has a generous number of assisted living communities and adult family homes, CHCC is the only skilled nursing center in the area.
How to choose a skilled nursing facility
There are many things to consider when choosing a skilled nursing facility for a spouse, parent, grandparent or even a friend/neighbor. Here are 5 tips to keep in mind as you navigate through the process: 1.) Is the eldercare facility close to home so friends and...
Fun activities for those with limited mobility
Whatcom County is home to activities for everyone, no matter your skill or activity level. For those with limited mobility, there is no shortage of fun activities throughout the summer.
Improving connections, access to tech has increased at CHCC
Today, through video visits, residents can communicate with loved ones who live nearby, in other states and even in other countries. With a number of iPads at their disposal, t-rec team members can ensure that residents can connect and communicate via video when desired.