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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
Protecting memory care patients requires a blend of proven tactics and care provider experience. Christian Health Care Center offers both.
Throughout the pandemic, it remains critically important to help the older adults who live here feel loved and appreciated — on significant days like Thanksgiving and Christmas, not only, but other days, too — because they greatly miss their friends and family.
Many factors play a role in choosing where to live in older age: proximity to family, quality of life, level of nursing care, availability of services and more.
“It’s a fun environment here. The people that I work with are great, and the job is relaxing for me.” -Eric C., dietary cook at CHCC
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