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Advocating for the long-term industry during COVID-19
CHCC is a member of Washington Health Care Association -- a nonprofit industry group that promotes quality care and advocates for those who live and work in long-term care and assisted living centers. WHCA is well respected in our industry, which is why CHCC's CEO,...
Resident Spotlight: Tena S.
Every person who lives at CHCC has a story. Learn about Tena S. in this resident spotlight interview.
Bringing laughter and lightness into your life
“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...
Your diligence will help end social isolation
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...
Program brings online arts education to CHCC
More arts are coming to Christian Health Care Center! LeadingAge Washington has partnered with Seattle-based Silver Kite Community Arts to provide free arts engagement opportunities to all those who live at CHCC here in Lynden. The program began in August and will...
Resident Spotlight: Irene R.
Every person who lives at CHCC has a story. Learn about Irene R. in this resident spotlight interview.
CHCC nursing staff selected to receive advanced training in geriatric care
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...
Book, magazine and craft drive
Community members frequently ask if there are things they can do or give to help the people who live and work here during COVID-19. We are so grateful that CHCC is on your mind, and we’re thankful that you want to help!
Congratulations, grads!
Let’s face it; the pandemic hasn’t exactly been an easy time to be a student. It hasn’t been an easy time to be anything, actually, but that’s life in the “new normal” of COVID-19. Anyway, we wanted to take a moment in the midst of this pandemic to celebrate a few of...