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Change will shape the future of Keiro Northwest
For more than 40 years, Keiro Northwest has been providing a number of elder care services, including an assisted living facility, for those looking to honor their Japanese heritage and continue their way of life. Keiro — a nonprofit organization — has struggled to...
What activities are best for seniors in assisted living or a nursing home?
When we're looking for a skilled nursing facility for ourselves or our loved ones, there’s no shortage of variables to weigh during the decision-making process.
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Skilled nursing providers turn to behavioral health amid medicaid headwinds
As medicaid reimbursement rates remain low in Washington, skilled nursing facilities have had to get creative in order to keep from shuttering like so many other facilities in the state.
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Speading Joy with Miniature Horses and Bunnies
In Western Washington, assisted living residents get some furry visitors through Visiting Hooves, a nonprofit that brings miniature horses and rabbits to visit with seniors.
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When Kids Visit Assisted Living Facilities, Everyone Benefits
Residents of assisted living facilities love visitors, who bring energy and fun to the facility.
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104-Year-Old Lives Her Dream of Riding a Harley, Gets Wish Granted Through Bucket List Program
Assisted living facilities in Washington aren’t just providing care to our seniors, they’re also helping to improve quality of life.
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