November is National Hospice Awareness Month—an opportunity to learn more about this often misunderstood but important service and support. The recent announcement by former U.S....
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In July, Age Friendly Seattle and the South Park Senior Center hosted a Civic Coffee on end-of-life planning. Panelists were Beverly Tryk, the communications manager...
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Spring has sprung and you know what that means … it’s time to talk about green funerals, of course! Okay, well maybe you are a...
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This November, People’s Memorial Association wants to know “Are your ducks in a row?” If not, have we got the webinar series for you! People’s...
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Spring has sprung and you know what that means … it’s time to talk about green funerals! Okay, maybe you are a little more focused...
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This March, People’s Memorial Association (PMA) wants to know “Are your ducks in a row?” If not, we have got the webinar series for you!...
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In February, the Seattle-King County Advisory Council on Aging & Disability Services voted unanimously to send a letter to Washington State Senate and Long-Term Care...
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2021 proved to be another exceptionally challenging year for everyone but, at People’s Memorial Association (PMA), we had a lot to be thankful for. We...
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When was the last time you attended an educational session with People’s Memorial Association? Things might look a little different than you remember. We are...
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A comprehensive survey of funeral home prices in Washington state shows that a family can save thousands of dollars on cremation or burial by simply...
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November is National Hospice Month. In recognition, it is important to understand how this valuable support can be of benefit when you or someone you...
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Our public health approach to gun violence is a framework that we use to understand how and when firearms are used unsafely, raise public awareness...
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The state legislative session adjourned April 28 with several wins for the Seattle-King County Advisory Council for Aging & Disability Services (ADS) and other Area...
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We are an aging nation. Since 2011, baby boomers have been turning 65 at an average rate of 10,000 per day, a trend that will...
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Caregivers are often the hidden heroes when providing care to their spouse or other family member. Veterans and/or veteran spouses are often placed in a...
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The holidays are busy times, filled with activities, traditions, and visits with family and friends. It's often the time when those who live apart geographically...
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Aging Options knows that efforts to provide quality of life and asset protection for 41.4 million Americans age 65 or older are plagued with difficulties....
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These days, everybody is thinking about legacy. From politicians to tech programmers designing programs for capturing our digital lives, the legacy concept looms large. And...
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The first week of April is National Public Health Week. To mark the occasion, we wanted to share how Public Health—Seattle & King County (Public...
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November is National Family Caregivers Month. This year's theme is "Caregiving Around the Clock." November is also National Alzheimer's Awareness Month. As anyone who has...
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. When breast cancer facts or statistics are reported from institutions such as the Washington State Department of Public Health...
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Does end-of-life education belong in an age-friendly community's effort? Most people don't use the words "friendly" next to "death" or "dying." Although, if we agree...
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Home is where our heart is. For most of us, it's the place where memories are made, love and laughter are shared, and the good...
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Philip Culbertson tells of his journey to the diagnosis of dementia and of how his life has changed since accepting his children's help. I'd moved...
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Funny how life sneaks up on us. One day, we're starting a new job, spending a little extra money, and thoroughly enjoying life … ah,...
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In 2009, a small group of research faculty—each dedicated to gerontology from the University of Washington's Schools of Nursing, Pharmacy and Social Work—came together as...
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The New York Times recently released an op-doc (video) entitled Not Dead Yet, featuring Norman Lear, creator of some of the most successful sitcoms of...
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It's important to have an estate plan in place—regardless of your wealth and the size of your estate. Many folks believe they don't need an...
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On October 15, 2015, the Funeral Consumers Alliance (FCA) and Consumer Federation of America (CFA) released a report based on a national survey of the...
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