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Emergency alert pendants for seniors have come a long way. Here’s what’s new.
Similar to the way a home alarm company monitors for intrusion and dispatches the police, medical alert companies contact emergency help when an emergency alert pendant’s button is pressed.
Aging Well Whatcom project features CHCC faces
Aging Well Whatcom has crafted a project called The Art of Aging, which features beautifully painted portraits of older adults throughout the region along with audio interviews in which they discuss where they are in their experience with aging.
Resident Spotlight: Bob G.
“My wife, Ann, lives here, and I get to visit her often. Also, the nursing staff are all very nice, and they’re so helpful with taking care of the residents here.” –Bob G
CHCC welcomes new long-term care chaplain
Josh Friesen, who has worked for years as a social worker in CHCC’s memory care center, Cedar Cove, assumed a new role at Christian Health Care Center on Dec. 20: that of chaplain.
Board games: entertaining and incredible for maintaining cognitive function
Connecting with elderly family members and friends and creating lasting memories not only is fun, it also can be healthy for all involved.
Resident Spotlight: Dennis S.
“Being a farmer takes a lot of effort. My parents taught me the value of hard work and what we can accomplish together as a team.”
Care team bio: Hyacinth S., housekeeping and laundry
“It helps the residents feel better having a clean environment, and we help make sure their needs are met. Everyone works together for the residents’ well-being.” -Hyacinth S.
Booster shots now approved for all three COVID-19 vaccines
Everyone who has been fully vaccinated with any of the three COVID-19 vaccines approved or authorized for use in the United States is now eligible for a booster shot.
New CHCC counselor Robert Johnson has deep Lynden ties
Christian Health Care Center has welcomed a new psychologist to our team. Dr. Robert E. H. Johnson is available to provide psychology services to CHCC residents.