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FEATURES4 Of Guns & Roses – C. Dennis Brislawn, Jr.

6 Navigating Europe in the Digital Age – Rick Steves

8 Aging in Body but Not in Soul – Kellie Moeller

10 A Carefree Alternative to Home Ownership – Gene Van Selus

12 It Can Be Your Most Loving Act – Linda Woolsey

14 Magic Moments – Tracey Harvey

18 Activate Your Minds and Bodies to Slow the Effects of Aging – Jeff Buffum

20 Bastyr’s Grant for Breast Cancer Research – Jordan Lindstrom

22 My Mom and Answering Machine Therapy – Linda Kraus

24 Caring Faces

26 The Web-Savvy Patient – Andrew Schorr

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2 SENIOR guidebook – bridging generations

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I was honored when The Senior Guidebook asked me to “pen” another article fortheir magazine. What came to mind was a study done in 2005 by Allianz LifeInsurance Company, in collaboration with Dr. Ken Dychtwald of Age Wave. Ifound myself musing on some key findings from the study...

• No Surprise – Baby Boomers and their parents do not see inheritancethe same way.

• Small Surprise – It is the non-financial items that parents leavebehind–like ethics, morals, faith, and religion–that are 10 times (!)more important to both, than the financial aspects of inheritance.

• Big Surprise – Boomers and their parents say they converse aboutlegacy and inheritance...but it seems that these conversations do notprove to be very productive, or meaningful since gaps exist betweenwhat is said and what is done.

Now, I know that the current buzz is again about estate tax. December 2010 sawanother major change in tax law, good only through the end of 2012 (when werevisit this yet again and in an election year!) Each of us has a $5 million federalestate tax exemption (a married couple, with proper planning and awareness ofsomething called “portability,” can protect and double that amount at thefederal level). So, estate taxes may not motivate us to do any planning at all.Washington state exemptions remain at $2 million per person, complicatingthings for your attorney in design of your estate plan...blah blah blah.

See how easy it is to miss the point, to get distracted? I mean taxes are easier todiscuss than feelings. Paying or reducing taxes is fairly straightforward to dealwith. However, while you can use a computer program to calculate taxes orsuggest planning tools, it cannot adequately deal with the emotional thingsthat carry the most value, if you believe the study.

Why is this so hard? Well, perhaps most professionals focus on what we thinkpeople “need,” rather than what they “want.” Advisors spend a lot of timelearning the techniques and tools of the trade...and are only too happy todeliver them. Perhaps we rely too much on mechanical means of addressingplanning issues, and fail to satisfy the emotional issues. What we need to do isto listen to the warning shots, and take time to smell the roses.

Let’s face it; most people don’t readily bare their souls in a one-hour initialconsultation. So, why did I select “Of Guns and Roses” as a title for this piece?Finding words that create shock value, generally peaks someone’s interest, andgives us something different to talk about.

Guns are a pretty polarizing subject and are inarguably part and parcel ofAmerican culture, as Americans own about 233 million of them, so few adultsare ambivalent. One person may see firearms as part of the American

experience, invoking pioneer spirit, self-reliance, the right to protect home andhearth. Another person may see them as dangerous and destructiveinstruments that the government must control. Either way, if this was a topic ofconversation, I bet that you would articulate your belief without too muchprompting from me.

Roses? In my case, the word reminds me of my grandmother. Grammy (HelenMarie) Brislawn raised prizewinners by the bushel, which stood guard for heralong the walkway to her front entryway.A member of the Rose Society, shegrew hothouse orchids in her sunroom, she painted, taught piano, and playedthe organ at church. Whenever I see or smell a rose I think of her, and the beautyshe brought to my life and to those who knew her.

Some values and virtues are easier to identify with than others. If you identifythem first, and then incorporate them into a plan, it will help to distinguishlegacy planning from mere estate planning. If a “legacy” of values and virtues iswhat both givers and receivers really want, then we must all step up our game.We advisors need to probe for “hot buttons.” We need to listen more, talk less.We need to invite our clients to open up and let us in. Don’t just write a Will orfund a trust – talk and adopt a plan that actually incorporates your values andvirtues into the tools used to transfer and apply wealth.

Dennis Brislawn, J.D. (with Lew Dymond, J.D.) is a partner atBRISLAWN LOFTON, PLLC & the Private Client Law Group. They arelocated at 5555 Lakeview Drive, Suite 201, Kirkland, WA 98033. Formore information you can contact them at (425) 803-9500 / (425)827-7154 FAX. You can also email him at [email protected], or visit www.brislawnlofton.com.

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Several years ago, I was invited to Amazon.comheadquarters. After signing a legal promise of secrecy,I was taken into a special room. Someone came incarrying a package containing Amazon’s secretweapon...the Kindle.

It was turned on. And from the second I held it, sowas I. It felt like I was holding the future. Since then,the ebook market has shot off. The Kindle has worthycompetitors, including the iPad, Sony Reader, andNook.

While I consider myself a paper guy, I can see theadvantages to ebooks. An ebook reader is smaller andlighter than a guidebook. You can effortlessly carryhundreds of ebooks, which is great for long,multi-destination trips. And with built-in wireless, youcan buy books from anywhere, convenient forspur-of-the-moment detours.

Of course, ebooks have their problems. Thoughthey work well for novels, they remain clunky forguidebooks. It can be difficult to find the informationyou’re looking for; flipping from page to page can be awkward; and maps –often designed to run across two pages – don’t always appear correctly. Anebook reader is expensive, and if you lose it, you’re out hundreds of dollars. Still,ebooks are here to stay, and they’ll only gain in popularity.

Ebooks are just one of the latest technologies changing the way we travel.Postcards have been usurped by email, blogging, Facebook, and Twitter. Publicpay phones are nearly obsolete now that cell phones, international phone cards(sold in Europe), and calling over the Internet offer easy and cheap alternatives.After a busy day of sightseeing in Berlin, you could go back to your hotel room,download a movie, and watch the serious Das Boot or the funny Good Bye, Lenin!

One technology I’m excited about are audio tours you can run on youriWhatever. More and more tourist offices and museums are offering these forfree or at low cost. For instance, the tourist information office in Italy’s Paduahas MP3 tours covering five walking routes. You can download these for freefrom their website (www.turismopadova.it), or just borrow one of their MP3players when you’re there. Bath’s tourism office has a downloadable JaneAusten walking tour that includes a printable map (http://visitbath.co.uk). Freeaudio tours for London’s National Portrait Gallery, Prague’s Charles Bridge, andother sights are available at www.acoustiguide.com. I just launched AudioEurope, an extensive free online library – containing audio tours of Europe’smajor sights and interviews with travel experts – organized by destination.Choose whatever interests you, and download it to your iPod, smartphone, orcomputer at www.ricksteves.com or iTunes. Before you leave for Europe, it’sworth checking online to see what kinds of digital content you can find toenhance your trip. Using Google or the iTunes store, search for sights and citiesyou’ll be visiting.

Some places are going beyond audio. At Château de Chenonceau in France’sLoire region, pictures and videos accompany the audio narration, cluing you in

to what you’re looking at. You can rent an iPod there orrun the tour on your own device(www.chenonceau.com). Versailles’ free app foriPhones uses GPS to sense where you are and pops uprelated videos, narration, and slideshows(www.chateauversailles.fr).

While paper guidebooks are still selling well, mapsales are being hit much harder by techie alternatives,such as Google Maps and GPS. To be honest, I’m stillsomewhat of a holdout when it comes to GPS (thenagain, I was probably the last writer in America tocling to WordPerfect). To me, part of the fun of beingimmersed in Europe is navigating. If you want toconnect with locals, ask for directions. By beingengaged, I learn and internalize the lay of the land.

If I do use a GPS, I make it a point to also have aroad map handy and at least a vague sense of myroute. One time, driving from St. Moritz to Lugano viaItaly’s Lake Como, I realized my GPS had just directedme past the Lugano turnoff. Hitting the brakes and

checking my map, I figured out it was aiming to send me on the freeway, thenon a ferry across the lake. I stuck with the “slower” roads on the quieter side ofthe lake...and got in an hour earlier.

The lesson: GPS is most useful in conjunction with a good map and some commonsense. That’s the bottom line with most technology. They can lead you inthe right direction – to that small town in the hills or through anoverwhelming museum like the Louvre – but the rest is up to you.

Rick Steves (www.ricksteves.com) writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travelshows on public television and public radio. Email him at [email protected], or write tohim c/o P.O. Box 2009, Edmonds, WA 98020.

Rick Steves grew up in Edmonds, Washington and studied at the University ofWashington where he received degrees in Business Administration and European History.But his real education came in Europe – since 1973 he’s spent 120 days a year in Europe.Spending one third of his adult life living out of a suitcase in Europe has shaped histhinking. Today he employs 80people at his Europe Through theBack Door headquarters in Edmondswhere he produces 30 guidebookson European travel, the mostpopular travel series in America onpublic television, a weeklyhour-long national public radioshow, and a weekly columnsyndicated by the Chicago Tribune.Rick and his wife Anne have traveledeach of the last 22 years with theirtwo kids, Andy and Jackie.

Navigating Europe in the Digital Ageby Rick Steves

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After spending many years in ministry, fully engaged in the spiritual needs ofpeople, it was a surprise when I began my work in senior housing. The spiritualaspect of life was barely given a nod. At best, residents were offered anoccasional bible study, transportation to a church, and an afterthoughtprovision of communion now and then. Having ignored the significance offaith, many communities have lost the means to a holistic approach in caringfor seniors.

In the absence of a holistic approach, the later years of life are often heavy andburdensome. Though the body may break down, faith can be renewed throughcultivating a relationship with God. Studies have shown that 75% of Americanspast age 65 consider religion to be very important. Many who pray and readscripture daily, desire to also attend both weekly church services and mid-weeksenior groups in their faith community. Medical studies indicate that spiritualpeople exhibit fewer self-destructive behaviors (for example: smoking,drug/alcohol abuse, depression and even suicide). In turn they feel the benefitsof less stress, improved blood pressure, boosted immune system, and a greatertotal life satisfaction through the gained sense of peace, security, andcommunity. All the while recognizing and rejoicing together in the “life that isto come.”

At CRISTA Senior Living, we recognize that faith matters; it is an intricate part ofeverything we do. Our goal is to facilitate the spiritual growth of our residentsby offering them an environment where they have all the tools available tokeep their soul young and earnest. Those tools may be demonstrated by: a staffmember praying alongside a resident or family member, full-time chaplainservices, faith-based celebration and music on holidays, volunteering for one ofour seven on-site ministries, or participating in a multitude of faith-growingactivities or...not. Saki, a new resident, recently expressed, “Even though I don’tshare the same faith, I can see a difference in the way the staff members andresidents treat me. Everyone is so kind, and I know it’s because they answer to ahigher authority!” CRISTA Senior Living truly is a great environment for allinvolved. Lulu, who just moved to CRISTA with her husband said, “One of thethings I noticed was the longevity of the staff; there isn’t a lot of turn-over. Itseems that there is a different commitment that I would call Christ-like. Thepeople enjoy their job and genuinely care.”

A favorite proverb says “Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the wayof righteousness.” There is no substitution for the wisdom of the aged. Sharingfirst-hand knowledge of history, and a lifetime of wisdom with the nextgeneration, is of irreplaceable value. In 2010, CRISTA Senior Living was awardedfor its excellence in intergenerational activities. Through a myriad of activitiesand events, residents have the opportunity to enjoy the company of over 1,100(PK-12) students, while also mentoring and modeling virtuous life lessons ofgenuine faith and graceful aging.

Below are CRISTA TIPS for keeping spiritually healthy while you age:• Stay spiritually connected by meeting regularly to grow. This may be a

prayer group, bible study, or ministry volunteer involvement, etc.• Join with a faith community or church regularly.• Read books which express spiritual ideas, and share ideas with someone.• Share with your children and grandchildren your “God Stories,” of how your

faith was made real.• Do a “spiritual genealogy” project. After a bit of “digging”, I found out that my

great aunt, who was in full-time ministry in Africa, retired and lived severalyears at CRISTA Senior Living before she passed away when I was young.Now, full-circle, I am part of the CRISTA team.

Come see for yourself what faith in action looks like at CRISTA Senior Living! Call KellieMoeller at (877) 639.3292 or email [email protected].

Aging in Body but Not in Soulby Kellie Moeller

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Discover a little knownliving arrangement toincrease your freedomduring retirementyears. A Life TenancyCommunity is a way tobe rid of theobligations of homeownership, whilemaintaining anindependent lifestyle.It is a perfect situationfor the couple orindividual that cannot,or no longer desires to,do the work ofmaintaining the familyhome. Skip thenuisance of yard work,visit the grandkids, or fly away to your desired destination.

The unique arrangement of a Life Tenancy Community combines all of the bestfeatures of an independent home, and a condominium. Residents “buy” theright to live in their chosen community home, while the actual propertyownership and property responsibilities remain with the landlord. The buildingexterior maintenance, as well as the basic interior maintenance, is organizedand managed for the residents. Building insurance is obtained, commonutilities and property taxes are paid, and the grounds are maintained. All thiswill be wrapped into one simple, affordable monthly maintenance/utility fee.Olga, a satisfied resident of Salem Village II in Mount Vernon WA says, “I thinkit’s very reasonably priced for those of us on a fixed income. They take beautifulcare of the grounds, and it’s a very safe place for someone like me who livesalone.”

Many landlords of Life Tenancy Communities are church affiliated, Non-profitcorporations; although joining the church is not required. Anolea of SalemVillage II states, “It’s close to church, and close to town. My neighbors are veryfriendly – some of us like to get together to go shopping or go to the casino.”Living in a Life Tenancy community provides safety, security, and opportunityfor social interaction. Immediate neighbors are available for networking, andwatching out for one another.

The residence itself can stand independently, or be part of a duplex, triplex, onup. Although, roomy and well-appointed, our residences are likely to be smallerthan your current family home. So, be prepared to downsize and simplify. Thiswill assist you in preparing your loved ones for the eventual task that will be left

to them. Olga left athree-bedroom homein Anacortes when shemoved to SalemVillage II in 2003. “Myold place had a sunporch, so I chose acorner cottage thatgets a lot of sun. Myson and I thought itwas a good location.We came and lookedon a Saturday morningand wrote a check forthe deposit beforenoon!” Olga recalled.

Such communities,designed for seniors,

include many features for graceful aging in place. Elimination of steps, havingwider interior doorways, installing lever door handles, and installing handles onall cabinetry allow seniors to continue living in the community beyond whentheir family home may have become impossible. Irene and her husband Boblived on an acre of land, but couldn’t keep it up any more when Bob had to havehis leg amputated in 2002. “I’m so thankful we moved when we did,” said Irene.“There’s no yard work to worry about, and somehow having the church close bymakes me feel very safe here.”

Another simplification for the residents and their heirs comes when even thecommunity is no longer an appropriate place to live. The Non-Profit “buys” thelifetime tenancy rights back. This allows the resident to vacate when it’s best forthem, rather than when the real estate market dictates it to be. The buybackprice is discounted from the original price to pay for making the residencelike-new again, and to accumulate reserves for big ticket items like appliancereplacement or a new roof. Excluding these costs from the monthlymaintenance/utility fee keeps the community very affordable, providing asignificant saving from maintaining the family home. Another saving is theelimination of closing costs, when moving in or out. How much easier canthings be in these uncertain economic times?

Although you may have to do some digging to discover this little known livingarrangement, a Life Tenancy Community is likely in or nearyour city. This may just be the housing solution you’ve beensearching to find.

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What can you do when you know that your parent isisolated and not eating properly? When you knowthat their happiness and personal safety is at risk,because they insist on staying in their private home?

First of all, you are not alone. Over 50 million peopleare unpaid caregivers, usually female, and typicallyage 46 or older. Getting a parent to move to aretirement community can be your most loving act –for your parent and the entire family!

Gentle persuasion will bring the desired results, sostart that first conversation early. The typical parentneeds multiple discussions before reaching thedecision to move from their family home. Continue toseek openings to bring up the topic. Once thediscussion is initiated, keep the conversation going. Aparent often hides things from their adult childbecause they don’t want them to be concerned abouttheir welfare. Show them you are their advocate, andthat you are genuinely concerned about their well-being. Honor your parent’sself-determination while continuing to urge them into action.

Make it a family decision, not a “parent problem.” It is vitally important to haveall members of the family present a unified, consistent concern, with achievablesolutions. One family member’s doubts can negate others’ efforts to moveforward. Make it clear that everyone wants what is best for your parent.

Anticipate your parent’s points of resistance and know how to respond. Utilizecommunity experts, medical personnel, and other elder care resources to helpyou strategize. Take the time to tour some local retirement communities, andfind one you feel would be the right match for your parent. You will be moreconfident and convincing when you believe the community life style will behealthier than your loved one living at home alone.

Here are some frequent excuses, usually rooted in fear of change:

“I don’t want to give up my independence.” For those who have limitedability to drive, have health challenges that make it difficult to visit friends,attend family events, and go out for recreation, community style living justbecame a highly appealing option.

“It’s too expensive.”Many people underestimate the expense of maintaininga private home. When you help your parent to see all the costs of homeownership like heat, electricity, sewer, trash, weekly housekeeping, homerepairs, yard maintenance, home owners insurance, property taxes, and localtransportation, community style living is desirable. Contact Fairwinds Brighton

Court or Brittany Park for a cost comparisonworksheet. Maintaining a private residenceeventually becomes a burden, not a blessing.It is a good idea to arrange a meeting with yourparent and a financial advisor to review and establishan achievable plan for their life expectancy. “Runningout of money” is a common concern for seniors. Afinancial advisor can help you to answer theseconcerns: “I don’t want to be a burden to my kids,”and “I want to leave something for my kids and grandkids.”

“I can’t possibly move from my house!” Eldersare often overwhelmed by the task of moving. Thereare some great resources available to help you andyour parent accomplish the move. Most seniors aresurprisingly resilient once they have made theirdecision. Others have made the change, and yourparent will too. Everyone can benefit from purgingclosets and garages of unnecessary items, and

simplify one’s life. It is never in your parent’s best interest to allow theirpossessions to dictate the quality of their lives.

“I want to stay in my house.” Statistics show that residents in independentliving communities are 90% satisfied with their daily lives. Life satisfactiondrops to 77% for those remaining in private homes. After two years of residencyin a community, 10.3% feel their health has improved. Only 4.1% of seniorsliving at home reported better health.

“I’ll move when I can’t drive anymore.” or, “I’m waiting to hear backabout my medical tests.” Uncertainty breeds more uncertainty. Encourageyour parent to take charge of their life while they have the mental and physicalability to do so. Waiting until a crisis forces your hand dramatically limits theirlifestyle options. Studies show that community living adds years to the lives ofseniors, and those years are happier, healthier, and more satisfying!

Encourage the reluctant parent to just “try it out” for a few days or a month; askthem to just “humor me” and give it a try. Once they have made the move totheir new home, most seniors state “If I had known it would be this good, Iwould have done it sooner!” That statement alone should help you to persevere,to continue the act of love that ultimately results in your parent settling into asupportive community environment.

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It Can Be Your Most Loving Actby Linda Woolsey


the fountain of youthisn’t a fountain after all.

It’s a road trip.

Martha, Bonnie, Grace, and Dolly (AKA: The Road Trip Girls), are like most LeisureCare residents–active and full of life. They’ve got places to go and things to see.And they’re free to do what they want because we provide the necessities. Things

like housework, shuttle services, planned group activities, and true restaurant mealsare all included in the monthly rent. And assisted living services are available if you

need them. To find out more, visit www.leisurecare.com. Or call your nearestLeisure Care community to schedule a complimentary lunch and tour.

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In a blink of an eye you may find yourself as an advocate for an ailing familymember, or a cheerleader for an aging loved one to improve their quality of lifethrough health and wellness. According to AARP, the “Sandwich Generation” isdealing with one of the most elaborate juggling acts: caring for an elderlyparent, while parenting their own children and working a full time job. Nearly66 million Americans are care givers, and the typical image is a 49+ year oldwoman that spends about 19 hours a week providing care in some shape orform to a loved one. Compare this with our aging workforce over age 55. Theyare expected to account for 93% of the U.S. labor force's growth through 2016.Many of these workers say they’re staying on the job not for the money, butbecause they want to continue feeling useful and productive.

Living with purpose is something all ages aspire to attain, whether we realize itor not. We would like to share some magic moments related to retirementliving, in the effortless quest to change the perception that independent livingdoes not stop once you move in.

Celebrating Mothers in LynnwoodMyrtle Bauman and Mary Roberge have more than just the proud badge ofMotherhood to share; they also are members of a proud Scriber Garden’scommunity that they all describe, “is like a family to them.” Myrtle, 98 yearsyoung, was one of the very first Scriber Garden residents that moved in 10 yearsago after her beloved husband of 66 years passed away. Realizing she was asocial person, she chose to spend her years living and has not slowed downsince. Her passion to stay sharp is evident in the weekly activities sheparticipates in, i.e. games, movies, and watching the garden grow that her sonmaintains on the Scriber grounds.

Mary is proof that exploring your passions can translate to happiness, andlongevity in the workplace. Mary has so many fond memories, that she cannotisolate just one over the past 10 years. Her passion is for all of the “grandmasand grandpas,” as she lovingly refers to the residents, and she holds all of thememories near to her heart. Living life to its fullest, with laughter, is the valueshe tries to live by and coincidently is a GenCare value.

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Passion Crusade to Battle Parkinson’swith DeterminationImagine being married for 58 years, buildinga family, and then traveling the worldtogether. Jim & Pat Hoyt continue to enjoytheir enduring love story despite Pat beingdiagnosed in 2000 with Parkinson’s disease,a neurodegenerative brain disorder thatimpairs motor skills and cognitive processes.The most noticeable symptoms aremotor-related: tremors, rigidity, slowness of

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Neighbor’s Share enriched life atThe Village in Granite FallsOver the next 20 years, the number ofveterans aged 65 and over inWashington State will remain relativelystable, fluctuating between 205,000and 225,000. However, there will be asharp rise in veterans aged 85 and over. According to U.S. Department ofVeterans Affairs projections, the number of veterans age 85 and over increasedby 35% between 2005 and 2010. Harold Goodrich is a Granite Falls native (88years young) and Don Bausman is a retired semi pro baseball player (82 yearsyoung). They share the common thread of serving our country, as well asutilizing The Veterans Assistance Association to help reduce the stress that oftenaccompanies older adults when determining where to live. Senior living inGranite Falls promotes healthy lifestyle behaviors, to improve the health ofolder adults.

Living in an environment that encourages living with vitality, it is not unusualto see the folks playing very competitive rounds of Wii games. Needless to say,there is never a dull moment at GenCare.

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In terms of age, it’s been said that 70 is the new 50and 80 is the new 60. Aging Baby Boomers areskewing population numbers and census statisticslike no other time in the history of the United States.Given that the Boomer generation is expected to livelonger, it makes sense to take better care of yourselfnow to enhance your quality of life later.

The late, great comedian George Burns may havesaid it best when he celebrated his 100th birthday.He said, “had I known I was going to live to be 100, Iwould have taken better care of himself when I wasyounger.”

Projections from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate the proportion of people whoare 65 and older, will climb from 13 percent to 19 percent of the totalpopulation over the next two decades. Additionally, senior adults 85 andolder – who often require additional caregiving and support – will increasefrom about 14 percent of the older population today, to 21 percent by 2050.

The health benefits of exercise for senior adults, are being debated in universitysettings and think tanks across the country. New information from ongoingstudies indicates, that people of all ages and physical conditions will benefitfrom exercise and physical activity.

The Benefits of ExerciseOne of the most exciting areas of exercise research is the investigation ofcognitive function. What scientists have learned so far is that brain neurons –the special cells that help perform all the bodily functions that keep you alive –all increase in number after just a few days or weeks of regular exercise.Researchers also found that the fittest individuals had the highest scores ontasks like coordination, scheduling, planning, and memory. In a recent study of1,740 adults older than 65, researchers found that the incidence of dementia inindividuals who walked three or more times per week was 35% lower thanthose individuals who walked less than three days per week.

A study focused on people suffering from dementia, showed daily exercise overa 12-month period improved mental ability by 30 percent. Subjects of the studyshowed an improvement in their abilities to feed, dress, and bathe themselves.Regular activity is also good for the heart and for blood pressure, both of whichhave been linked to dementia.

Research through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) indicates, an inactivelifestyle can cause older adults to lose ground in four areas that are importantfor staying healthy and independent: strength, balance, flexibility, andendurance.

Duke University researchers reportedthat exercise serves as a naturalantidepressant. During exercise, thebody releases natural chemicalsdesigned to relieve pain, improvemood, and help brain cells lastlonger.

Creekside RetirementCommunity Promotes WellnessCreekside, located in Burlington,Washington, has long been a leaderin providing physical activity

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Creekside activities include a walking club, fitness room, billiards, Tai Chi, yoga,chair aerobics, computer lab, bingo, and Wii. Senior communities across thecountry are introducing Wii, and other interactive video games to theirresidents. Not only do the video games promote physical activity and cognitivestimulation, they introduce many seniors to modern technology. The AmericanHeart Association has confirmed that certain video games provide senior adultswith excellent moderate-intensity exercise.

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Relatively little is known about the effectiveness or costs associated withintegrative cancer care, which has great potential to improve quality of life,increase survival rates, and reduce the risk of cancer recurrence for people livingwith cancer. With the help of a recently awarded $3.1 million grant, BastyrUniversity has moved to the frontlines of the effort to shed scientific light on“integrative care,” or the combination of complementary, natural therapieswith standard conventional care for improved patient outcomes.

The grant, awarded jointly to Bastyr and Fred Hutchinson Cancer ResearchCenter in Seattle by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Centerfor Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), will officially fund astudy entitled “Breast Cancer Integrative Oncology: Prospective MatchedControlled Outcomes Study.” The five-year award will allow clinicalinvestigators at Bastyr and the Hutchinson Cancer Research Center toundertake a rigorous outcomes-based research study. Investigators will trackclinical outcomes for people with breast cancer who, in addition to standardconventional care (such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy), receivecomplementary care at the Bastyr Integrative Oncology Research Center(BIORC). Those results will then be compared with outcomes of breast cancerpatients (of similar demographics) who do not integrate CAM care with theirconventional care.

“This award is extremely significant not just for Bastyr, but for the future ofcancer care,” said Leanna Standish , ND , PhD, LAc, FABNO, medical director ofBIORC. “The NIH-funded grant and our research partnership with theHutchinson Center will enable us to conduct groundbreaking research that willultimately impact how patients with cancer are treated.”

Dr. Standish said that while the medical discipline of integrative oncology hasmatured in recent years, with more cancer centers now offering integratedcancer care, its actual effectiveness has yet to be adequately studied. That isnow changing through this effort, which is conducting the first matchedcase-control prospective-outcomes study of integrative oncology.

Since opening in February 2009 on Bastyr’s campus in Kenmore, Washington,BIORC has treated 170 adults with cancer at all stages of the disease. Researchparticipants receive care from licensed naturopathic physicians, a nutritionist,an acupuncturist, and mind/body/energy medicine specialists, all of whomhave advanced oncology training. With the new NIH funding, BIORC and threeadditional integrative oncology clinics in Seattle, Tacoma and Olympia area canenroll more research participants and researchers at the Hutchinson CancerResearch Center can identify and enroll the comparison group.

Dr. Standish said the BIORC model is ideal for a study of complementary cancercare because it doesn’t require participants to join a placebo group or change

their choices in care. All patients who enroll in BIORC receive personal,individualized CAM care while continuing to receive standard conventionaltreatments as normal. Researchers from BIORC and the Hutchinson CancerResearch Center will publish regular study results to update the public on theirfindings.

“Complementary and alternative approaches to cancer are of vital interest to agreat many cancer patients,” said M. Robyn Andersen, PhD, associate member ofthe Public Health Sciences Division at the Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.“With this joint project we’ll be able to learn much about the effectiveness ofintegrative care, so that in the future we can provide patients with solid data onwhich to base decisions about what to include in their treatment.”

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Cynthia Buxton, ND, has nice skin – a remarkable development for someoneundergoing radiation therapy for breast cancer. Radiation therapy typicallycauses redness, itching, burning, soreness and peeling to treated areas of the skin.

“As I was going through radiation treatments the technicians kept telling me,‘Wow, your skin looks really good,’ “ says Dr. Buxton, 46, a 1999 graduate of BastyrUniversity. “I really wasn’t experiencing the horrific side effects I was told about.I was told to expect a lot of discomfort – blistering and peeling – but that hasn’treally happened.”

She attributes the health of her skin to the naturopathic care she receives atthe Bastyr Integrative Research Oncology Center (BIORC).

Diagnosed with stage two breast cancer in February 2009, Dr. Buxton becamea research participant at BIORC shortly thereafter. A practicing naturopathicphysician herself, Dr. Buxton wanted to integrate the naturopathic cancer-careexpertise of Bastyr faculty member and BIORC medical director Leanna Standish,PhD, ND, MS, LAc, FABNO, with her traditional cancer treatments. In addition tohealthy skin, Dr. Buxton also credits Dr. Standish for her high energy levels andmorale during taxing conventional treatments and for helping her lead a normallife despite the cancer.

“I haven’t really missed much of a stride,” says Dr. Buxton, who has undergonea lumpectomy and both radiation and endocrine (hormone) therapies. “I’m ableto work, socialize, take care of myself and exercise – basically do all of my normal activities.”

I think anytime you hear the word ‘cancer,’ it’s scary. You’re looking at what’s going to happen in the future. What’s going to happento my family? You think about all the horrible things that will happen if you don’t do all the treatments they say.

“The approach at BIORC that I love is, yes, cancer is scary, but it’s not fear-based. When you are working with a naturopathicphysician it is empowering. It is about what you can do to get back to wellness.”

During their once-a-month meetings, Dr. Standish has recommended a supplement program to increase Dr. Buxton’s energy;encouraged her to engage in activities that fulfill her sense of well-being and reduce stress (such as working less and singing more);prescribed a batch of natural topical creams and balms for skin recovery, and advised a juice fast and exercise/sauna regimen to flushout built-up toxins. Now six months into her treatment, Dr. Buxton says she has an excellent prognosis. The tumor is gone, and heroncologist recently quoted a 75-80 percent chance the cancer won’t come back.

“If you’re diagnosed with cancer, it can be such a frightening thing,” Dr. Buxton says. “But just know that there’s another place youcan go that will focus on you, the individual, not just the cancer. It’s not about shunning conventional treatments at all, but about goingsomeplace where there’s a team of people who will empower you and listen to you.”-

Cynthia Buxton, ND Bastyr Integrative Oncology Center Research Patient

by Jordan Lindstrom


Older adults communicate in their own unique ways. It isimportant to really listen, so as to hear the feelings behindthe words.

I have met a lot of people in their eighties and ninetieswho have comfortably embraced the technology ofmodern communication. These individuals carry iPhones,use the Internet to stay connected to current events,email, participate in chat rooms of interest; some evenlisten to music on an iPod.

My Mother was not one of those people, but she was able to use the answeringmachine. The contraption served as a sounding board of sorts, anon-judgmental, active listener through which she expressed every feeling tothe fullest. Each call would begin in exactly the same way: “Hi, it’s me. It’s about10pm my time, (she lived in Michigan) so it’s about 7 in Seattle. How iseverybody? I haven’t talked to you in a while.” If by “a while” she meant the last10 minutes or sometime in the last 10 hours, then she was correct. Hershort-term memory loss was highly evident during her answering machine“therapy sessions.”

After her warm up, came the working phase of the session. Unabashedlyunself-conscious, knowing she was being recorded, and also forgetting she wasbeing recorded, she talked as if she were reliving the situation that caused herto feel so strongly in the first place. During the session she would demonstratea number actions: cry, complain, curse, chuckle, laugh hysterically, query. Shewould also dramatically express a number of emotions: excitement,enthusiasm, pleasure, anger, disappointment, and grief. Talking to theanswering machine not only served as an outlet for her feelings, it became adiary of her daily activities, and a way of not feeling so alone when I wasunavailable to answer her call. Her verbalizations often revealed the intensity ofher isolation, and her despair at the changes taking place in her body andmind – the resulting waning of her strength and independence. As I listened tothe tape my heart would clutch; those descriptions were a frightening reminderof how her world was shrinking.

Severe vision loss necessitated a move to assisted living. Saying goodbye to hercondo of thirty-something years was devastating. “I want to go home,” she’dsob into the phone; “Why can’t I go home?” She complained about many things.In an arena where someone else planned many of the daily activities, I thinkthis was her way of validating her own style. The bread on her tuna sandwichwasn’t toasted the way she always made it, her linens came back from thelaundry sloppily folded, the woman down the hall repeated things over andover, (now that was a funny one) or the air conditioning in her apartmentwasn’t working. She described her inability to insert her hearing aid battery,and her deep pain at being dependent on someone else to assume this formerlysimple task. She expressed worries about her finances – did she have enough

money to keep paying for this expensive assistedliving facility? What would she do if her money ranout?

The answering machine tape didn’t however, alwaysplay doom and gloom when I’d rewind and listen toMom. Though unable to see the bingo cards, shewas full of pride that the “recreation lady” enabledher to participate in the game. The recreationtherapist would whisper the numbers in Mom’s ear,then hand over the microphone so Mom could call

out the number. Animated when leaving her message, my Mother would squealwith delight like a kid returning from a Little League game, “I played bingotoday!” She’d try to sound casual, as if it really was no big deal. But then she’dboast, “So many of the people who were playing said I must have been a teacherbecause I enunciated so well!” Mom also revealed a bit of competitive spirit asshe described the weekly trivia game, where she called out the correct answersbefore anyone else. “I knew the name of every President’s wife;” she crowedcheerily, “their names just rolled off my tongue!”

She expressed elation whenever I was planning a trip to visit her. Onto theanswering machine she would list the things she hoped we’d do while I wasstaying with her. As I listened, I would become excited myself. I was humbled tothink that the anticipation of my presence could elicit such joy from my Mother,especially since there were parts of the trip that I dreaded.

As I re-played my Mother’s messages on the answering machine, I knew it feltto her as if she was talking to me directly. That makes me so grateful for theexistence of that old-fashioned, now seemingly trivial, piece of technology.

For every message she left on the machine, there was an equal amount of timewe actually talked together. Even though she had already shared the details onthe tape, she would repeat everything all over again into my ear. I am happythat doing each of these things gave her comfort. Sometimes, when it wasgetting to that moment in the phone conversation when everything had beensaid, and it’s time to wind the dialogue to a close, she’d say, “Oh, I don’t want tolet you go.” “Okay Mom, we can talk a little longer,” I’d reply.

Much to my husband’s chagrin, I have saved my Mom’s taped messages. Shedied one year ago, and I don’t want to let her go either. I will listen to themessages again...just not yet.

Personal Historian, Linda Kraus feels passionate about preserving personal history whilethere is still time. She holds a Master’s Degree in psychology with a special focus ingerontology and lives in Seattle WA with Charles Kraus, her husband of 38 years. Forinformation about preserving the stories of someone you love, visitwww.timebindingstories.com or call Linda at (206) 353-2552.

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I am writing this while at 35,000 feet, on a flight back to Seattle fromCincinnati, Ohio. I made a quick trip to be the luncheon speaker at a conferenceof patients, put on by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. More than 200people attended from Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. Most of them were people65+ who had been diagnosed with a blood related cancer, like the one I havefaced – chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). My message to the group – and toyou – is how to be a “Web-Savvy Patient.”

This topic has been very much on my mind lately as we are in the final stages ofpublishing my first book titled The Web-Savvy Patient: An Insider’s Guide toNavigating the Internet When Facing Medical Crisis (seewww.websavvypatient.com). I wrote the book based on my experiencescouring the Internet for information that could help me, and then interviewingmany other patients and caregivers who did the same thing. All of us had tobecome “savvy” to avoid falling victim to information that was outdated,incomplete, or just plain wrong. My hope with the book is two-fold: One, thatwe can help others miss the traps and potholes, and get to what is significantinformation for them. Second, to accept our counsel on how to use theinformation for productive conversations with their doctor.

The book is coming out this spring, and I of course have no clue how manypeople will purchase a copy (proceeds go to the non-profit PatientEmpowerment Network). However, if I can advise just one person then it will beworth it. In the meantime I’d like to share some tips here with you, recognizingthat either you or a family member on your behalf will seek medicalinformation online if you face a serious health issue.

Insider Tip #1: When you approach the Internet it shouldn’t be just a“fishing expedition.” You have to know what you are looking for and why. Thewhy starts with you clearly understanding your exact diagnosis. You can’t justtype in breast or lung cancer as your search, but what subtype? With heartfailure, exactly how advanced is it? What kind of arthritis? Is it rheumatoid,Gout, osteoarthritis; the list continues.

Today we are entering the age of personalized medicine. Most patients willsoon have a genetic sequencing test, a follow-on to the multi-billion dollarHuman Genome Project. The results of your test will help you and your doctorsidentify your subtype of an illness. Then there will be specific information onlinethat will be relevant for you, and other information even if for the same broaderdiagnosis, that will be off the mark. As we move forward, you’ll need that clarityof what you are dealing with to get useful information and not drive yourselfcrazy.

Insider Tip #2: Use the Internet to identify who is a renowned specialist inyour condition. I recognize you may really like your local doctor. You trust themand you’ve known them for years. However, are they an up-to-date expert inwhat you’ve got? Most likely the answer is, probably not. So who is? Is itsomeone nearby or worth traveling to see for a second opinion? With seriousconditions, I urge you to go that extra mile.

An Internet search canoften help you learnwhat medical societieshave specialists for yourcondition, and you canspot names of leadersin the field that recur onresearch studies. Youmay well choose to seeone of those “superdoctors.” I did, and Ibelieve it saved my life.

Insider Tip #3: You areNOT a statistic. As youresearch your conditionyou will, no doubt,come across statistics.How many people live,how many die, howmany people recoverquickly or more slowly?

How many people have side effects? It is important to remember you are not astatistic. You are you and in the age of personalized medicine, just asone-size-fits all treatments don’t make sense, neither does applying generalstatistics to your case. Believe me, I have met many people who “should havebeen dead” according to the statistics, and they are very much alive!

Insider Tip #4: Approach your doctor with Internet Information in arespectful way. Imagine yourself as a doctor these days. Medical science isaccelerating, becoming more complex, and more technology-driven. It isdifferent from what you learned in medical school, and with the Internet actingas the “black box” of medical knowledge, it is now open for all to see. So manytimes a day your patients come in with reams of paper printed from the Web.Often, they want you to read long articles right in the exam room. They don’thave well formulated questions, just their “research.” Many doctors will tell youthey hate this, and you would too. If you take a step back and prepare for thisinteraction, the outcome will likely be much more positive and useful. Preparelike you would for a business meeting. Pare down your paperwork, and ensurethat what you have is from credible sources. Formulate two or three keyquestions, be ready to take notes, and have an outcome in mind. If you think youwill need extra time, ask for it when you make the appointment. It’s also a goodidea to let the doctor’s office know that you are coming with questions. Ask ifyou should send them in advance. In short, be businesslike, and respectful ofyour doctor as a professional.

There’s a lot more to being “web-savvy,” and putting good information from theInternet to use with your doctor. So, I hope you’ll buy the book. I’ve worked onit for over four years now, with creative collaboration from my friend MaryThomas. My prayer is it will help you, and many others reach better health!

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Scriber GardensIndependent & AssistedLiving/Wellness Services6024 200th Street SWLynnwood WA 98036425-673-7111

Sunrise of LynnwoodAssisted Living/Alzheimer’s Care18625 - 60th Ave WLynnwood WA 98037425-771-7700

MARYSVILLEGrandview VillageRetirement & Assisted Living5800 - 64th Street NEMarysville WA 98270360-653-2223

Merrill Gardens at MarysvilleIndependent & Assisted Living9802 - 48th Dr NEMarysville WA 98270360-659-1279

MILL CREEKMill Creek GardensAssisted Living/Alzheimer’s memory impaired only13200 - 10th Dr SEMill Creek WA 98012425-379-8276

Merrill Gardens at Mill CreekIndependent and Assisted Living14905 Bothell Everett HwyMill Creek WA 98012425-338-1580

MONROEMerrill Gardens at MonroeIndependent and Assisted Living/Alzheimer’s Memory Impaired15465 - 179th Ave SEMonroe WA 98272360-794-4284

MOUNTLAKE TERRACEMountlake Terrace PlazaA Merrill Gardens CommunityIndependent and Assisted Living23303 - 58th Ave WMountlake Terrace WA 98043425-672-4673

MUKILTEOHarbour PointeIndependent and Assisted Living10200 Harbour PlaceMukilteo WA 98275425-493-8555

SNOHOMISHSunrise of SnohomishAssisted Living/Alzheimer’s Care1124 Pine AveSnohomish WA 98290360-568-1900

STANWOODJosephine Sunset HomeAssisted Living/Nursing HomeAdjacent9901 - 272nd Place NWStanwood WA 98292360-629-2126

Merrill Gardens at StanwoodIndependent & Assisted Living/Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care7212 - 265th Street NWStanwood WA 98292360-629-3445

Stanwood Community &Senior CenterIndependent Living7430 - 276th Street NWStanwood WA 98292360-629-7403

Warm Beach Senior CommunityIndependent & Assisted Living/Skilled Nursing 20420 Marine DriveStanwood WA 98292360-652-7585

SKILLED NURSING CAREAldercrest - Edmonds425-775-1961

Bethany at Pacific - Everett425-259-5508

Bethany at Silver Lake - Everett425-338-3000

Delta Rehab Center - Snohomish360-568-2168

SNOHOMISH

DIRECTORY

Edmonds Rehab and Healthcare–Edmonds 425-778-0107

Everett Rehab and Care Center -Everett 425-513-1600

Everett Trans. Care - Everett425-258-7552

Forest View Trans. Health Center–Everett 425-258-4474

Josephine Sunset Home -Stanwood 360-629-2126

Lynnwood Manor Health Center -Lynnwood 425-776-5512

Madeleine Villa Health Care -Marysville 360-659-1259

HCR Manor Care - Lynnwood425-775-9222

Marysville Care Center -Marysville 360-659-3926

Merry Haven Health Care Center -Snohomish 360-568-3161

Parkway Nursing Center -Snohomish 360-568-8566

Regency Care Center at Arlington- Arlington 360-403-8247

Regency Care Center of Monroe -Monroe 360-794-4011

Sunrise View Convalescent Center- Everett 425-353-4040

ANACORTESFidalgo Care Center &Rosario Assisted LivingAssisted Living/Skilled Nursing/Secured Dementia Care/Rehab1105 27th StreetAnacortes WA 98221360-293-3174

Cap Sante Court Retirement1111 32nd StreetAnacortes,WA 98221360-293-8088

Chandler’s Square Retirement / Assisted Living1300 “O” Ave.Anacortes WA 98221360-293-1300

BURLINGTONCreekside RetirementCommunityRetirement / Assisted Living400 Gilkey RoadBurlington WA 98233360-755-5550

LA CONNERLa Conner Retirement InnIndependent, Assisted Living204 North First StreetLa Conner WA 98257360-466-5700

MOUNT VERNONThe BridgeAssisted Living/Hospice301 S LaVentureMount Vernon WA 98274360-416-0400

Highland GreensSenior ApartmentsAffordable Senior Apartments3100 N 30th StMount Vernon WA 98273360-848-8422

Highland Greens CottagesSenior ResidencesVillage Court @ 3200 N 30th StMount Vernon WA 98273360-540-1438

Salem Village IISenior Residences2601-2617 N LaVenture RdMount Vernon WA 98273360-540-1438

Salem Village ApartmentsAffordable Senior Apartments2619 N. LaVenture RdMount Vernon WA 98273360-428-5662

Life Care Center of Mount VernonAssisted Living/ Skilled Nursing/Rehab/Alzheimer’s2120 E DivisionMount Vernon WA 98274360-424-4258

Logan CreekRetirement/Independent Living2311 E DivisionMount Vernon WA 98274360-428-0222

Mountain GlenRetirement/Assisted Living1810 East DivisionMount Vernon WA 98274360-424-7900

SEDRO-WOOLLEYBirchview - A Memory CareCommunity Assisted Living/Enhanced Adult Residential Care925 Dunlop AveSedro-Woolley WA 98284360-856-1911

Country Meadow VillageRetirement & Assisted Living1501 Collins RdSedro-Woolley WA 98284360-856-0404

Life Care Center of Skagit ValleySkilled Nursing1462 West SR 20Sedro-Woolley WA 98284360-856-6867

BELLINGHAMAlderwood ParkLicensed Skilled Nursing2726 AlderwoodBellingham WA 98225360-733-2322

Bellingham Health Care & RehabLicensed Skilled Nursing/Specialized Care1200 BirchwoodBellingham WA 98225360-734-9295

Cordata Health Care &Rehab CenterLicensed Skilled Nursing4680 Cordata ParkwayBellingham WA 98226360-398-1966

The CourtyardDementia Care CommunityAssisted Living/EnhancedSpecialized Care848 W Orchard DrBellingham WA 98225360-715-1338

Fairhaven EstatesAssisted Living2600 Old Fairhaven ParkwayBellingham WA 98225360-647-1254

Highgate HouseAssisted Living/Specialized Care151 & 155 East KelloggBellingham WA 98226360-671-1459

Highland Care CenterLicensed Skilled Nursing2400 Samish WayBellingham WA 98226360-734-4800

The LeopoldRetirement & Assisted Living1224 Cornwall AveBellingham WA 98225360-733-3500

Merrill Gardens at CordataRetirement/Assisted Living/Alzheimer’s4415 Columbine DrBellingham WA 98226360-715-8822

Mt. Baker Care CenterLicensed Skilled Nursing2905 Connelly AveBellingham WA 98225360-734-4181

Parkway ChateauRetirement/Independent Living2818 Old Fairhaven ParkwayBellingham WA 98225360-671-6060

Rosewood VillaRetirement/Assisted Living702 32nd StreetBellingham WA 98225360-676-9193

Shuksan Health Care CenterLicensed Skilled Nursing1530 James StreetBellingham WA 98225360-733-9161

Spring CreekRetirement & Assisted Living223 E Bakerview RoadBellingham WA 98226360-756-2301

St. Francis Extended Health CareLicensed Skilled Nursing3121 Squalicum PkwyBellingham WA 98225360-734-6760

Summit Place at Mt. BakerAssisted Living2901 Connelly AveBellingham WA 98225360-738-8447

FREELANDMaple RidgeAssisted Living Community1767 Alliance AvenueFreeland WA 98249360-331-1303

OAK HARBORHarbor Tower VillageRetirement & Assisted Living100 E Whidbey AveOak Harbor WA 98277360-675-2569

SKAGIT

WHATCOM

ISLAND


Home PlaceAlzheimer’s & Dementia Care171 SW 6th AveOak Harbor WA 98277360-279-2555

Regency on WhidbeyAssisted Living, IndependentCottages, Harbor Care1040 & 1045 SW Kimball DrOak Harbor WA 98277360-279-0933 & 360-279-2224

Summer HillRetirement and Assisted Living165 SW 6th Ave.Oak Harbor WA 98277360-679-1400

AUBURNAuburn MeadowsAssisted Living/Memory Care945 22nd Street NEAuburn WA 98002253-333-0171

BELLEVUEAegis of BellevueAssisted Living / Memory Care148 102nd Ave SEBellevue WA 98004425-453-8100

The BellettiniLuxury Apartment Homes in theHeart of Bellevue / 62+1115 108th Avenue NEBellevue WA 98004425-450-0800

Brighton Gardens of BellevueAssisted Living & Alzheimer’s Care15241 NE 20th StreetBellevue WA 98007425-401-0300

The Gardens at Town SquareIndependent, Assisted Living,Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care933 111th Avenue NEBellevue WA 98004425-688-1900

Sunrise of BellevueAssisted Living & Alzheimer’s Care15928 NE 8th StreetBellevue WA 98008425-401-5152

Wynwood BellevueAssisted Living Alzheimer’s& Dementia Care1640 148th Ave SEBellevue WA 98007425-373-1161

BOTHELLAegis of BothellAssisted Living / Memory Care10605 NE 185th StreetBothell WA 98011425-487-3245

Chateau at Bothell LandingIndependent & Assisted Living17543 102nd Ave. NEBothell WA 98011 425-485-1155

Life Care Center of BothellAssisted Living/Skilled Nursing707 228th Street SWBothell WA 98021 425-481-8500

North CreekRetirement & Assisted Living907 201st Place SEBothell WA 98012425-483-8927

Riverside EastRetirement & Assisted Living10315 East Riverside DriveBothell WA 98011425-481-1976

Vineyard Park at Bothell LandingIndependent &Assisted Living Community10519 East Riverside DriveBothell WA 98011425-485-8900

BURIENEl Dorado WestRetirement & Assisted Living1010 SW 134th StreetBurien WA 98146206-248-1975

COVINGTONCovington PlaceRetirement Apartments26906 169th Place SECovington WA 98042888-548-6609

FEDERAL WAYFoundation HouseIndependent LivingPersonalized Assisted Living32290 1st Avenue SFederal Way WA 98003253-838-8823

ISSAQUAHAegis of IssaquahAssisted Living / Memory Care /Hospice780 NW Juniper StreetIssaquah WA 98027425-526-6037

University House - IssaquahIndependent &Assisted Living22975 SE Black Nugget RoadIssaquah WA 98029425-557-4200

KENMORESpring Estates - KenmoreAssisted Living7221 NE 182nd StreetKenmore WA 98028425-481-4200

KENTAegis of KentAlzheimer’s / Memory Care10421 SE 248th StreetKent WA 98030253-479-1768

Farrington CourtRetirement / Assisted Living516 Kenosia AvenueKent WA 98030253-852-2737

KIRKLANDAegis of KirklandAssisted Living / Memory Care13000 Totem Lake BoulevardKirkland WA 98034425-823-7272

Aegis at Totem LakeRetirement / Assisted Living/ Memory Care12629 116th Avenue NEKirkland WA 98034425-814-2841

Kirkland LodgeAssisted Living6505 Lakeview Drive NEKirkland WA 98033425-803-6911

Madison House / Totem LakeRetirement / Assisted Living12215 NE 128th StreetKirkland WA 98034425-821-8210

Merrill Gardens at KirklandIndependent & Assisted Living201 Kirkland AvenueKirkland WA 98033425-828-2570

MERCER ISLANDAljoya Mercer IslandContinuing CareRetirement Community2430 76th Avenue SEMercer Island WA 98040206-230-0150

Merrill Gardens at Island HouseIndependent & Assisted Living7810 SE 30th StMercer Island WA 98040206-236-0502

Sunrise of Mercer IslandAssisted Living & Alzheimer’s Care2959 76th Avenue SEMercer Island WA 98040206-232-6565

REDMONDAegis of RedmondAssisted Living / Memory Care7480 West Lake SammamishParkway NERedmond WA 98052425-883-4000

Fairwinds – RedmondRetirement / Assisted Living9988 Avondale Rd NERedmond WA 98052425-558-4700

Peters CreekRetirement & Assisted Living14431 Redmond WayRedmond WA 98052425-869-2273

The MarymoorRetirement & Assisted Living 4585 W. Lake SammamishParkway NERedmond WA 98052425-556-9398

RENTONThe LodgeRetirement / Assisted Living1600 South Eagle Ridge DriveRenton WA 98055425-793-8080

Merrill Gardens at Renton CentreIndependent and Assisted Living104 Burnett Ave SRenton WA 98057425-235-6400

SEATTLEAegis at NorthgateMemory Care11039 17th Avenue NESeattle WA 98125206-440-1700

Aljoya Thornton Place -NorthgateContinuing CareRetirement Community450 NE 100th StreetSeattle WA 98125206-306-7920

KING


Ballard LandmarkRetirement/Assisted Living5433 Leary Ave NWSeattle WA 98107206-782-4000

Crista Senior LivingIndependent / Assisted Living /Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation /Memory Care19303 Fremont Avenue NorthShoreline WA 981331-877-639-3292

Faerland TerraceAssisted Living / Alzheimer’s Care1421 Minor AvenueSeattle WA 98101206-624-7637

Ida Culver House, BroadviewIndependent, Assistsed Living,Skilled Nursing, Alzheimer’sand Dementia Care12505 Greenwood Avenue NSeattle WA 98133206-361-1989

Ida Culver House, RavennaIndependent & Assisted Living2315 NE 65th StreetSeattle WA 98115206-523-7315

The LakeshoreIndependent & Assisted Living11448 Rainier Avenue SSeattle WA 98178206-772-1200

Merrill Gardens at NorthgateIndependent and Assisted Living11501 15th Avenue NESeattle WA 98125206-362-7250

Merrill Gardens at Queen AnneIndependent and Assisted Living 805 4th Ave NSeattle WA 98109206-284-0055

Merrill Gardens at West SeattleIndependent4611 35th Ave SWSeattle (West) WA 98126206-932-5480

Merrill GardensWest Seattle Admiral HeightsIndependent and Assisted Living2326 California Ave. S.W.Seattle (West) WA 98116206-938-3964

Merrill Gardens University VillageIndependent & Assisted Living5115 25th Ave NESeattle WA 98105206-523-8400

MirabellaIndependent, Assisted Living,Skilled Nursing & Memory Care116 Fairview Ave NSeattle WA 98109206-254-1447

Northgate PlazaA Merrill Gardens CommunityIndependent & Assisted Living11030 5th Ave NESeattle WA 98125206-363-6740

Remington PlaceRetirement3025 NE 137th StreetSeattle WA 98125206-367-0369

the Stratford at Maple Leaf Independent, Assisted Livingand Memory Care9001 Lake City Way NESeattle WA 98115206-729-1200

University House, WallingfordIndependent & Assisted Living4400 Stone Way NSeattle WA 98103206-545-8400

SHORELINEAegis of Shoreline andCallahan HouseIndependent, Assisted Livingand Memory Care14900 & 15100 First Avenue NEShoreline WA 98155206-367-6700 and 206-417-9747

WOODINVILLEFairwinds – Brittany ParkRetirement / Assisted Living17143 - 133rd Ave NEWoodinville WA 98072425-402-7100

The CreeksideA Merrill Gardens CommunityIndependent RetirementCommunity18200 Woodinville-SnohomishRoad NEWoodinville WA 98072425-483-7953

BREMERTONBay PointeAssisted Living966 Oyster Bay CourtBremerton WA 98312360-373-9904

Marine CourteMemory Care966 Oyster Bay CourtBremerton WA 98312360-373-9904

PORT ORCHARDPark VistaRetirement & Assisted Living2944 SE Lund AvenuePort Orchard WA 98366360-871-2323

POULSBOHarbor HouseAlzheimer’s Care19360 Viking Avenue NWPoulsbo WA 98370360-779-5533

Liberty ShorsesAssisted Living19360 Viking Avenue NWPoulsbo WA 98370360-779-5533

SILVERDALECrista Shores Independent, Assisted Living1600 NW Crista Shores LaneSilverdale WA 983831-800-722-4135

BONNEY LAKECedar RidgeRetirement & Assisted Living9515 198th Avenue EBonney Lake WA 98391253-299-6461

GIG HARBORClare Bridge Shoreline ViewAlzheimer’s & Dementia Care9324 N Harborview DriveGig Harbor WA 98332253-858-7790

Merrill Gardens at Gig HarborIndependent and Assisted Living3213 45th Street Court N.W.Gig Harbor WA 98335253-858-5300

Sound Vista VillageRetirement & Assisted Living6633 McDonald Avenue

Gig Harbor WA 98335253-851-9929

MILTONMill Ridge VillageRetirement & Assisted Living607 28th AvenueMilton WA 98354253-925-9200

PUYALLUPClare Bridge PuyallupAlzheimer’s & Dementia Care8811 176th Street EPuyallup WA 98375253-445-1300

Merrill Gardens at PuyallupIndependent and Assisted Living123 4th Avenue NWPuyallup WA 98371253-848-1234

Silver CreekRetirement & Assisted Living17607 91st Avenue EPuyallup WA 98375253-875-8644

TACOMAMerrill Gardens at TacomaIndependent & Assisted Living7290 Rosemount CircleTacoma WA 98465253-460-5851

PORT ANGELESPark View VillasRetirement & Assisted Living1430 Park View LanePort Angeles WA 98363360-452-7222

SEQUIMDungeness CourteAlzheimer’s Care Community651 Garry Oak DriveSequim WA 98382360-582-9309

PORT TOWNSENDDiscovery ViewRetirement Apartments1051 Hancock StreetPort Townsend WA360-385-9500

Seaport LandingRetirement & Assisted Living1201 Hancock StreetPort Townsend WA 98368360-379-9376

KITSAP

PIERCE

JEFFERSON

CLALLAM


People havealways relied onyour strength.Why should

it be anydifferent now?

You’ve built a career, raised a family, and served your country and community.

And now that you are retired, your strength is just as important as ever.

At The Bellettini, our comprehensive wellness program will help you remain

physically and mentally strong. It is the only one of its kind, customized just for you

to explore every aspect of well-being. Because a healthier, happier you, means all of

those around you benefit.

Assisted living services are also available.

1115 - 108th Avenue NE | Bellevue | (425) 450-0800www.thebellettini.com

An Extraordinary Retirement Community in Downtown Bellevue

Discover everything The Bellettini has to offer.Stop in for a visit, take a tour, and sample the inspired

cuisine at Toscano, our world-class restaurant.

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Complimentary Dining for Two You’re invited to lunch or dinner and a personal tour of Aljoya.

Call today for reservations. Expires July 31, 2011.

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exceptional, personalized continuing care.

Aljoya means “joy”. Experience it yourself and

enjoy a complimentary gourmet meal for two.

where you live changes how you live

Mercer Island2430 76th Avenue SEMercer Island, WA 98040(206) 204-5383

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