Save the Date for These Upcoming Events

Sound Steps Spring Training

February 5 & 6
North and South Seattle Locations

The Sound Steps walking program for adults age 50+ is about to start its third annual "Spring Training" program, preparing participants to walk in a 5K, 10K and/or Half Marathon event especially for seniors. Training walks are free and take place on Saturday mornings in North and South Seattle locations beginning in February. New this year is a specialized program in South Seattle that increases distance at a more gradual rate, along with our regular program—perfect for beginning walkers!

North Seattle Kick-Off: Friday, February 5, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N 85th St.

South Seattle Kick-Off: Saturday, February 6, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Van Asselt Community Center, 2820 S. Myrtle St.

Contact Marigrace Becker at 206-684-4664 or sound.steps@seattle.gov, for more information.

Caring for A Parent with Memory Loss

Wednesday, February 17
7:00 to 8:30 pm
Kirkland Congregational Church
106 - 5th Ave.
Kirkland
 
Support group meetings for adults caring for parents with memory loss on third Wednesdays beginning in February. Gain support from others also caring for a parent with memory loss, and learn about available services, current research and treatment options. For more information, contact the Alzheimer's Association at 206-412-2790.

Senior Lobby Day

Thursday, February 18

The annual gathering day in Olympia is an opportunity to meet with legislators and urge support for senior issues. Sponsored by the Washington State Citizens Senior Lobby. For more information on participating as part of the King County coalition, advocates for older adults and people with disabilities may contact Doug Ricker at 206-684-0292.

Coffee Hour at the Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens

Thursdays, February 18 & March 18
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Featuring special guests:

• February 18: Seattle Human Services Director, Kip Tokuda, 810 Third Ave—Central Building
• March 18: Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn, Seattle City Hall, 600 4th Ave., Bertha Landes Room

The Mayor's Office for Senior Citizens' Coffee Hours bring community elders closer to City officials, providing elders an opportunity to learn more about City programs and services and officials an opportunity to hear from elders. Coffee and cookies are served. For more information, e-mail seniors@seattle.gov or call 206-684-0500.