Many veterans and their spouses call the Puget Sound home, so we likely know someone who served in the Armed Forces or is married to someone who served. But what we may not know about is a financial benefit for those that served during times of war. Wartime veterans, 65 years and older, and their surviving spouses, may be entitled to a tax-free benefit called Aid and Attendance … [Read more...] about Are You Eligible for This Little-Known Veteran Benefit?
Wellness
Go Red for Women – Kyra Smithlin: The Importance of CPR
Kyra Smithlin from Puyallup has been chosen as one of the Go Red for Women® Real Women for 2024. This is what the American Heart Association calls their national ambassadors who are survivors. She was chosen for her inspiring story and her willingness to share it with others. Forty-eight-year-old Kyra Smithlin, a mother of three, was at home in bed cuddling with her … [Read more...] about Go Red for Women – Kyra Smithlin: The Importance of CPR
Laughing Yoga, Mind Body and Social Benefits for Seniors
Laughing yoga is a movement and breathing exercise that aims to cultivate joy, bring out your inner child, and help you let go of daily life stressors. It uses deliberate laughter to promote overall wellness and claims to be beneficial against various chronic illnesses. It is a simple, affordable and fun alternative to conventional yoga. A typical session involves … [Read more...] about Laughing Yoga, Mind Body and Social Benefits for Seniors
MultiCare Opens Emergency Department In Lacey
MultiCare Health System opens a new 10,000-square-foot neighborhood emergency department in Lacey Dec. 13 at 7:30 a.m. The new facility is located at 4312 Pacific Ave. SE. MultiCare Emergency Lacey was built in response to the growing need in the community for emergent medical needs and will provide around-the-clock care with the convenience of being in patients' own … [Read more...] about MultiCare Opens Emergency Department In Lacey
PLU Creates New Health Education and Care District
According to a 2020 study, Central Pierce County lacks health care access. With the community expected to grow by 6%, especially among the 65+ age group, this lack of access is more problematic. To meet this need MultiCare Health System and Pacific Lutheran University recently announced plans to build a new outpatient care medical center on the PLU campus. The … [Read more...] about PLU Creates New Health Education and Care District