Did you know that long-term care residents in Whatcom County and throughout Washington state have been living without communal activities and social interactions since March 11, 2020? While many citizens have resumed “normal” activities, the people who live in...
There’s a magic room at Christian Health Care Center. Residents might enter through an unassuming hallway door at CHCC, but inside they are transported to the great outdoors. Inside, they are on a bike ride through the trees, pedaling with glee. It’s part of a new...
Dear Residents, Family, Friends & Staff of LeadingAge member facilities, I’m writing on behalf of LeadingAge Washington, a state-wide association of mission-driven organizations dedicated to improving the aging experience of over 50,000 older Washingtonians and...
This fall, during open enrollment, seniors in Whatcom County can sign up for health insurance for the coming year. Many options are available, and it can be confusing to sort through the choices. Some plans are more expensive than others, and it’s for reasons of cost...
“We don't laugh because we're happy, we're happy because we laugh.” -William James (1842–1910) Could anyone out there use some moments of lightness right about now? People of all ages have been facing some tough situations of late, and times have been difficult. Not...
Did you know that long-term care residents in Whatcom County and throughout Washington state have been living without communal activities and social interactions since March 11, 2020? While many citizens have resumed “normal” activities -- family gatherings, eating...
Christian Health Care Center in Lynden is among 30 long-term care centers in the state of Washington chosen to participate in a special three-year program — one that provides advanced training to nurses and other team members while working to continuously improve the...
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...
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...
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...
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