
Links You Can Use
September 2006 Edition
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren The U.S. government's www.childwelfare.gov website contains information and resources for grandparents who are raising grandchildren, including the Kinship Care/Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Resource Directory. AARP's Grandparenting information section includes the newly updated document "Washington State Fact Sheet for Grandparents and Other Relatives Raising Children." The Washington State University Extension's Relatives as Parents Program includes services and resources, support groups and an online video course. Alzheimer's and African Americans The Alzheimer's Association offers information and resources for people with Alzheimer's and their families. The site includes a section on African Americans and Alzheimer's Disease. The Alzheimer's Association of Western & Central Washington website is a great source of local information, including more about the African American Caregiver Forum. Walking: the Universal Exercise The Partnership for a Walkable America offers the online brochure "Walking as a Way of Life," which explains the many benefits of this form of exercise. Stepping Out for Mature Adults: Be Healthy, Walk Safely is a website from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that includes articles on pedestrian safety, incorporating walking into your everyday schedule, and staying motivated. 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 Summer 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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