Category Archives: Advocacy

These states are ditching Columbus Day to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Jim deMaine

A statue of Christopher Columbus at a downtown Los Angeles park is surrounded by a chain-link fence on October 9, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. The city council voted in August to replace Columbus Day, today, with Indigenous People’s Day, … Continue reading →

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These Americans Are Determined to Cast a Last Ballot Before Dying

Posted on October 10, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Katie Hafner in the NYT. Ed note: Katie was looking for a dying patient to talk to about voting. I was able to connect her with a woman in Oregon who happened to be following this blog! I managed … Continue reading →

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Breakthrough for blindness using AI

Posted on October 2, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann. Ed note: Although this appears to be a promo for Microsoft, I think innovations like this are amazing. Please note the appearance of Satya Nadella at the end–Microsoft’s CEO. In the book about him “Hit Refresh,” his … Continue reading →

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AgingWise October newsletter

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Jim deMaine

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Falls, laughter and more as we age

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Jim deMaine

On Thursday, September 24 – TOMORROW – as part of the National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, join us to learn about Senior Safety Score with Senior Fall Prevention Initiative’s Dr. Milton Curtis, MD! We’ll also hear from Dori Gillam of … Continue reading →

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An important reminder

Posted on September 22, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F. Here is a list of the upcoming General Election Debates sponsored by the League of Women Voters …. all related to the November 3 election. NOTE: As you look at this website, please note that … Continue reading →

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Why Gathering At The Dinner Table May Be The Most Transgressive – And Important – Thing To Do

Posted on September 3, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Michael Hebb is often regarded as the originator of the modern underground dinner. Currently, Hebb is a part of the Summit series culinary team, crafting the upcoming program in Los Angeles where foodie-beloved folks such as Chez Panisse’s Alice Waters, BS Taqueria’s … Continue reading →

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AgeWise King County

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Al MacR. sent along this bulletin. Please note the section about the always active Barb W. – Skyliner on the go!

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Life’s challenges are greater for some

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Sibyl-Ann

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With virtual reality, caregivers can become patients

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: This use of virtual reality may be an answer to help caregivers from doctors to aids “actually” experience what their patients are experiencing. I’d love to see it tried out! By KERRY HANNONThe New York Times When Carrie Shaw … Continue reading →

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We must protect the U.S. Postal Service

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Jim deMaine

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Focus group opportunity

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Virtual Focus Group Opportunity for Persons with Memory Loss or Caregivers of a Person with Memory Loss Three Master’s Students who are part of the UW Human Centered Design & Engineering program and the Global Innovation Exchange are looking for … Continue reading →

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Let’s show our appreciation

Posted on July 14, 2020 by Jim deMaine

The staff is doing so many “extras” for residents. One way to let them know is to fill out a “Caught in the Act of Performing Excellence.” The award board and forms are in the hallway outside of the Mt. … Continue reading →

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David Domke upcoming lectures

Posted on July 6, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Note: These lectures require registration & payment A. “UNCHARTED WATERS: How the 2020 Presidential Election is Unique.” This is a single lecture July 13. Here’s the details: The 2020 US presidential election is unlike any other presidential election in American history, … Continue reading →

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Let’s Finish the American Revolution

Posted on July 4, 2020 by Jim deMaine

by Tim Egan from the NYT (thanks to Mary Jane F. for sending this) As baffling as it is to find statues of traitors, slaveholders and killers of Union soldiers ensconced in many a prominent square, consider the historical discordance … Continue reading →

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Seattle is no progressive paradise

Posted on June 26, 2020 by Jim deMaine

From the NYT by By Margaret O’Mara SEATTLE — Seattle’s police-free “autonomous zone” is coming to an end. After two largely peaceful weeks, shootings over the last several days near the Capitol Hill Organized Protest area, CHOP for short, left a 19-year-old … Continue reading →

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Frequently asked questions about advance care planning

Posted on June 5, 2020 by Jim deMaine

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Tom Moore, U.K.’s 100-Year-Old Hero, Is Awarded Knighthood For Fundraising Walks

Posted on May 22, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sand J. for letting us know about this hero who has inspired all of Britain. Capt. Tom Moore, the British World War II veteran who raised more than $39 million to support health workers by walking 100 laps … Continue reading →

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Is the end of meat here?

Posted on May 22, 2020 by Jim deMaine

From the NYT by Jonathan Safran Foer – Thanks to Diana C. for send this. Is any panic more primitive than the one prompted by the thought of empty grocery store shelves? Is any relief more primitive than the one … Continue reading →

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About the COVID-19 Response Fund

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Jim deMaine

If interested, please consider donating to the Seattle Foundation’s COVID-19 Response Fund – click here Hosted by Seattle Foundation, the COVID-19 Response Fund will provide flexible resources to organizations in our region working with communities who are disproportionately impacted by … Continue reading →

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Help Reduce Pollution From Plastic Bags

Posted on February 24, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Diana C. Single-use thin plastic grocery carryout bags clog recycling equipment and pollute our waterways with trash and smaller bits as they break down. ESSB 5323 will prohibit such bags across the state. Grocery companies, recyclers, and trade organizations support this … Continue reading →

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First Hill Public Meeting this Thursday

Posted on January 27, 2020 by Jim deMaine

The First Hill Public Meeting has been rescheduled for this Thursday, January 30th 6pm – 7:30pm at Murano Senior Living. First Hill January Public Meeting Thursday, January 30th 6pm-7:30pm Murano Senior Living (620 Terry Avenue) Learn about what’s going on … Continue reading →

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New Seattle Aquarium will inspire next generation of conservationists

Posted on January 26, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Barb W. for send this along By Melissa Mager and Martha KongsgaardSpecial to The Seattle Times Water is life. The ocean produces nearly every other breath we take. A warmer ocean has less oxygen. A more acidic ocean produces less food. … Continue reading →

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