Seniors Digest
Seattle-King County Edition (Preview)
  August 1, 2006 

Links You Can Use

LaptopDon't Let Hot Weather Get You Steamed!

Even here in Seattle, extreme heat can pose a health risk for older adults. For information about beating heat, try these online resources:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 
(CDC) has information about extreme heat as a health emergency.

The Weather Channel's "Project Safeside"
includes information about keeping safe during warm weather.

The Mayo Clinic warns about the dangers of too much sun exposure. Don't forget that sunblock!

Back Health

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons website has information about back health.

Medline, from the National Institutes of Health, offers numerous resources and articles about back pain.

The American Geriatrics Society's Health In Aging website offers a good overview of back pain in older adults

American Society on Aging Offers Safe Driving Resources

"DriveWell," funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, is a comprehensive source of information for drivers over 65.

CarFit is their brand new program that brings seniors together with occupational therapists to see how well their cars are suited to their needs.  

Access Services in Seattle-King County

Help is just a click away! These websites can direct you to resources for older adults, their families and caregivers.

Resources for Older Adults, Adults with Disabilities, and their Families and Caregivers

Senior Services Caregiver Outreach and Support Program
(206) 448-3110
Toll-free: 1-888-435-3377
TTY: (206) 448-5025
e-mail:
info@seniorservices.org

Senior Information and Assistance
Telephone: (206) 448-3110
1-888-435-3377 (WA only)
(206) 448-5025 (TTY)
E-Mail:
Info@seniorservices.org

The Mayor's Office for Senior Citizens
Spring 2006 Spotlight newsletter
(206) 684-0500

Crisis Clinic Caregiver Services
How to Reach Crisis Clinic
(206) 461-3222
toll-free: 1-866-427-4747
TTD: (206) 461-3219

Chinese Information and Service Center
(206) 624-5633

Asian Counseling and Referral Service
(206) 695-7600

African American Elders Program
(206) 328-5639

Evergreen Care Network (for residents of East King County)
(425) 899-3200

Benefits Checkup

FindARide—Transportation tools and options in the Puget Sound area

See the Seniors Digest Resources Directory for more! 

 


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