Aging

As in the rest of our nation, the population of Washington is aging. By 2030, nearly 20% of Washington residents will be age 65 and older; in rural communities, this will jump to nearly 30%. Are we p ...

Caring for the caregivers can be as important as caring for the patient. Discusses signs of stress, coping mechanisms, and setting realistic expectations. Recommends where to go for guidance and how t ...

A guide to caring for an adult with memory loss. Common sense suggestions on ordering their life and yours. Explains the causes and effects of normal and disease related memory loss in simple terms. D ...

Is it possible to connect job insecurity to depression? According to a recent study, the answer is yes. The purpose of this document is to identify a connection between depression induced by concerns ...

The population of Washington is aging. By 2030, nearly 20% of Washington residents will be age 65 and older; in rural communities nearly 30%. Are we prepared to meet the health care needs of our agin ...