Former WA Gov. Dan Evans Feted for Energy & Conservation Work
Former Washington Gov. Daniel J. Evans, 98, was called on to impart some words of wisdom
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Where in Washington?
Read the hints below for clues that will help you answer this question and your ...
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Northwest Prime Time News Alerts
55+ Travel Club
Be on the lookout for news about an exciting new Northwest Prime Time venture, the ...
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Featured Outing & Calendar
Steps Toward a Healthy and Independent Life
This workshop is entitled Steps Toward a Healthy and Independent Life
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Local Seniors, Local Interest & Connections, Local Volunteers
Where To See Wildflowers — And Avoid the Crowds
So, if you want to sing “The Hills Are Alive…” to the birds, rodents and ...
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Volunteers Essential to Protecting Elders in Long Term Care
The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for the rights of residents living in ...
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National Rebuilding Together Month Helps Local Seniors
Thousands of volunteers across the country donate countless hours of service to help low-income homeowners ...
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Driving Change: AARP Champions Legislation for Washingtonians
This legislative session, AARP's priority bills made it to the finish line and were signed ...
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On April 22, 1854, Steilacoom Becomes Washington Territory's First Incorporated Town
Originally two separate and competing towns founded in 1851, they are combined into one
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Ups, Downs for WA's Long-Term Care Funding Program
If too many workers opt out, it could cratIr the finances of the program
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AI-Powered Chatbots Changing Medicine
AI is helping people to quit smoking, improving diagnostics, preventative medicine, medical records and other ...
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How Music Can Boost Health
Ph.D. student finds that music can help patients with dementia, patients with Parkinson's, and for ...
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How to Get ‘Extra Help’ Paying for Prescriptions
Does Medicare offer any financial assistance programs to help seniors with their medication costs?
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Protecting Yourself from QR Code Fraud
Scammers can create QR codes to trick people into visiting a fraudulent website or downloading ...
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International, Countrywide & Northwest Travel Ideas
The rewards are many for those who venture to Samoa
It takes much effort and time to get to Samoa, as this small, Polynesian island ...
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Real Hawaii Meets Hollywood at Kualoa Ranch
After spending a few days in Honolulu, you might yearn to escape the skyscrapers and ...
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Savor the flavors on an Aloha Plate Hawaii Food Tour in Honolulu
If you want to prime your taste buds Hawaiian style, take an Aloha Plate Hawaii ...
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Use your explorer’s spirit when visiting the National Park of American Samoa
Located some 2,600 miles southwest of Hawai’i, the National Park of American Samoa is one ...
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Our Columnists, Life Perspectives, Nostalgia
What is an Old Geezer?
My great grandson loves to visit me at my new home, an assisted and independent ...
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Readers' Embarrassing Moments
These embarrassing moments were submitted by readers. Enoy
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My Grandparents' Watches
Of my many favorite things are the watches that belonged to my grandparents. The story ...
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Surfing as a Senior, Where in Washington, and 'Other Tidbits'
"At the age of 73, I don't surf nearly as much as I used to"
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Dorothea Nordstrand Tells the Story of Hooch the Wondrous Cat, Resident of Seattle's Green Lake
When the pole was dismantled, he would stroll down, meet Dad at the water's edge, ...
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Money, Lies, Drapes and Nazis
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve changed my attitude towards money – okay I’ve become cheaper
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Another Go-Round With Artificial Intelligence
So, in one short month, I experienced a reversal. I changed my mind and decided ...
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Sharing Stories
Essays, Poetry, Writing Corner
Retirement Lifestyles
Healthy Recipes, Home & Garden, Senior Living, Family & Relationships, Senior Style
Choosing a Senior Community That Offers All Levels of Care
I need to downsize from my current house, and I want my next move to ...
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2024 Winning Flowers for Your Garden and Containers
Volunteer judges rate entries based on their improved performance, flavor, disease resistance, and other unique ...
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Sweet and Simple
Honey, sugar, molasses, sweet fruits, maple syrup or simple syrups can build big, bold flavor ...
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Selecting the Right Potting Mix for Your Plantings
There are some things you can do to increase your success and reduce ongoing maintenance
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Celebrity Seniors with a Local Connection, Noteworthy Older Adults
The Honor of Caring for a Loved One
“Retirement isn't an exit ramp to being idle or sidelined,” said Scott Nolte. It is ...
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Pete Carroll and I Make a Phone Call
At the beginning of the 2013 season (yes, the Super Bowl season), Pete Carroll appeared ...
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Jeff Day and the Boys in the Boat
Acclaimed Whidbey Island artist Jeff Day has deep ties to the Boys in the Boat ...
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In Memory of Steve Pool
“That warm smile and familiar laugh, Seattle’s friendly forecaster”
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