Senior open house, april 13, 2016

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at RiverviewIt's time for youRiverview is more than a retirement community along the river. We offer flexible living arrangements and beautiful facilities like our state-of-the-art aquatic center, Herman Legacy Garden and woodshop. At Riverview we go beyond providing exceptional care to give our residents the opportunity to explore their unique interests.

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Call to schedule your tour time.1. Affi nity at South Hill 10 am – 3 pm 3304 E 44th Ave, Spokane 509-448-63002. Affi nity at Mill Road 10 am – 3 pm 12710 N Mill Rd, Spokane 509-465-24003. Affi nity at Coeur d’Alene 10 am – 3 pm 3594 E Cedarblom St, Coeur d’Alene 208-667-11004. Broadway Court Estates 8:30 am – 2 pm 13505 E Broadway Ave, Spokane 509-921-02495. Fairwinds Spokane 11 am – 4 pm 520 E Holland Ave, Spokane 509-468-10006. Fairwood Retirement 10 am – 2 pm 312 W Hastings Rd, Spokane 509-467-2365 7. Harvard Park 10 am – 4 pm 1616 E 30th Ave, Spokane 509-563-74578. Riverview Retirement 10 am – 3 pm 1801 E Upriver Dr, Spokane 509-483-64839. Sullivan Park 11 am – 3 pm 421 S Adams Rd, Spokane 509-924-555510. Windriver Place 10 am – 3 pm 7310 N Pine Rock St, Spokane 509-325-1242

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By NICOLE SKINNER Marketing Correspondent

Making the move to a senior living community can be a diffi cult decision. The place where many seniors choose to spend their retirement years and the community becomes their new home and the staff and other residents can become part of their extended family. Finding the best fi t for lifestyle, healthcare, people and environment is extremely important to living a fulfi lling and enriching retirement. There’s no magic formula or quiz that can determine the right community for each person, but there are basic questions to consider such as lifestyle and health care needs. It’s important that the community can meet expectations for these following areas:• Level of daily living independence• Desire and activity level for hobbies, fi tness and socializing• Ability to maintain one’s home and perform

regular housework • Medication management and care needed for medical conditions

Jeff Bair, Executive Director of Touchmark, located on Spokane’s South Hill, said there are a lot of factors involved in this decision.

“Above all else, when people are choosing a retirement community they need to remember they are selecting a place to live, grow, and share with others—a community in the truest sense of the word,” he said. “Look for an environment that is enriching. Investigate what fi lls the days of current residents.” He said people considering a location should look closely at how residents and staff interact with each other. “Are there plenty of opportunities for fun,

new experiences, diversity of educational programming and cultural offerings along with fi tness activities and other happenings that encourage well-rounded wellness?” One thing that Bair recommends is not making a decision based on only one visit to a potential community.

“It’s also important to visit on several occasions not just one or two tours. Take the time to participate in some of the activities and meet current residents. This gives the deepest information,” he said.

He also offers several introspective and thoughtful questions seniors should consider in addition to determining if the community can meet basic needs. Bair encourages everyone to think about the following:• Could I live a full life here?• Do people living here seem to know and care about each other?• Do the people who work here seem to be happy and engaged in what they do?• Could I share some of my interests and experiences here?

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The couple love how they’re close to the family, and there are intergenerational activities right within the community.


• Would I be proud to bring my family and friends here?”

Touchmark residents Jack and Helen Dunsmoor moved from Boise to Spokane to be closer to their family. Before making their decision on the right community for their relocation, they looked at four or fi ve communities in area. In 2014 they moved Touchmark. The atmosphere was what made the biggest impression on their decision. “When we walked in and took our fi rst tour, we noted how the staff and residents interacted with each other: it was more like a family,” Jack said. “Everyone called each other by their fi rst name and talked like they were part of a large family. That was the most important thing. After that, it was the ambiance. The hallways are beautiful with nice art and furniture, and it’s clean. But the main thing was the people.”

Jack, who also serves as resident council president at Touchmark, notes that feedback from close family is also heavily weighted for many as they narrow down the right community for their new home. “We brought our daughter, grandkids and three great-grandkids to check it out, and they agreed it was the right one for us,” he said. Today, the Dunsmoors say that a large part of the joy is the association with the staff, “They tend to spoil us.” If someone is considering a new location, Jack Dunsmoor recommends starting right away, which can avoid a rush decision. “Do it now. Don’t wait. Do it sooner rather than later. Nearly everyone doesn’t do it soon enough.” The couple love how they’re close to the family, and there are intergenerational activities right within the community. “Our daughter visits quite frequently, and we eat dinner with the family two to three times a month. Plus, our great-grandkids

come for different activities like the Easter egg hunt, harvest festival and, my favorite, the wiffl e-ball golf tournament. We had two teams and four generations,” Jack said. Choosing a senior living option is often one of the most important and most diffi cult choices to make for retirement planning. The key is to remember that you have a choice. Consider the best options that offer matches for the basic needs and ones that will support a rewarding retirement experience.

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Spokane, WA 99208509-325-1242

Now’s a Perfect Time to Tour the Place for Seniors to Thrive.

Take time to visit our vibrant senior living

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opening in June! During the group tour, you

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about how seniors thrive in our communities.

SATURDAY, APRIL 16

If you can’t make it to our open house, give us a call to schedule a personal tour:

Susie, at Windriver Place, 509-325-1242

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Being physically fi t has health benefi ts at any age. For seniors, being active can result in improvements in everyday activities and enhance relationships. Endurance, strength training, balance and fl exibility are important to promoting and maintaining a lifestyle with maximum independence. The National Institute of Aging identifi es the real-life benefi ts of exercise,like keeping up with grandchildren, dancing to a favorite song at a family wedding or even being able to reach up high and grab something of a shelf. Senior living communities know that regular activity such as exercise classes

or using fi tness facilities can also serve as a way for residents to stay connected, be social and spend time with friends. Exercise really becomes more of an entire wellness approach, not just physical fi tness. That is the thinking at Evergreen Fountains, says Wellness Coordinator Elisa Schwarze. “Our philosophy at Evergreen Fountains is that a person’s health and wellness is comprised of several components: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social well-being,” she said. “Participating in activity and our wellness programs not only helps residents maintain over all good physical health … we really strive to address necessary issues that are essential for an aging population.”

Schwarze feels that a focus on fi tness can boost social interaction and offer activities to prevent isolation and depression. It can also build relationships that help nurture the need for connection, and establish confi dence and physical ability through strength and stability. All these areas allow residents to maintain their independence. The community’s wellness center is thought of not just a gym and equipment. “It’s is a place where we can facilitate health in motion,” she said. The programs at Evergreen Fountains range from the moderately intense challenge of water aerobics or strength training to strength and confi dence building balance training classes to the gentle and relaxing benefi ts of chair yoga or tai chi.

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The residents also like the community’s focus on wellness. “I feel much better since coming to Evergreen Fountains and participating in the wellness program,” said Willard Burkes. “I have more energy, and my friends and family say I look better too. My legs are stronger and that means I can dance longer and play golf better.” For some seniors, fi tness and wellness amenities are becoming increasingly important in deciding where to live. Over the past decade, the trend of exponential growth of Baby Boomers interested in fi tness hasn’t shown any sign of slowing. Combine that with the proven benefi ts of regular activity and you get a growing group of seniors that are extremely passionate about health and wellness. Riverview Retirement Community has tried to meet this demand with an advanced, state-of-the-art aquatics and fi tness center

that includes a pool, hot tub, therapy pool, fi tness room with exercise equipment and an indoor walking track. The main pool features a lap area and a lazy river that’s perfect for a challenging water aerobics class. “Water exercise has many physical and mental health benefi ts,” said Riverview staff member Sandy Richardson, PTA. “Water is calming and can reduce depression, anxiety, pain and improve quality of life. Water is less stressful on joints and programs increase muscle strength, fl exibility, balance and aerobic conditioning.” Richardson also notes that due to the buoyant properties of the water, walking can be easier. Participants often share with her that they can perform more exercise in the water than on land, and for longer periods of time. Riverview resident Sherry Burgess said the aquatic center was probably the deciding factor in choosing that community.

“I love to be in the water because it makes exercise fun. I especially enjoy the water aerobics class, where I can go my own speed, spend time with other residents and build strength and fl exibility, all while benefi ting from a professional instructor,” she said. Since moving to Riverview, Burgess said she’s the most fi t that she’s been since she was in her 20s, which she credits to the aquatic center and its classes. “I hope that the exercise will keep me healthy to enjoy life here for years to come,” she said. It’s no denying that today’s retirement lifestyle is often one spent in motion, a lifestyle that supports total wellness. Local senior living communities have taken note so they can support their residents with the programs, facilities and encouragement they need to maintain active lifestyles that offer the most independence for each resident.


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As we get older, we fi nd we need less sleep. But we still need it. Medical research is pretty clear that regular Zzzs are great for the body and for the brain, and disrupted, incomplete sleep can affect your life in several ways. Though the amount each person needs varies–the average is between 6 and 8 hours–some is required.

Naps, while useful for refreshing one’s physical and mental powers through the day, still aren’t a great substitute for a longer night’s sleep. Poor sleep also can contribute to memory loss, cognitive decline and dementia. For those wondering more about sleep, here are some reasons why it’s so benefi cial.

• Helps make sense of the day. Throughout the day, we are exposed to so much sensory information and our brain processes so much data. So going off-line can help sort and analyze everything to encode the important bits. • Form memories. One of the problems with Alzheimer’s is a physical break-down of material in brain cells, which causes

people to dream less. In the process, peope lose an important chemical involved in creating and remembering memories, acetylcholine. • Repair. The daily grind is more than a metaphor for all the stuff we do each day. Compare your brain to a computer that’s occasionally defragged. Long periods of being awake can damage important neurons that help with processing and understanding life.

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Thanks to advances in healthcare and increased lifespans, retirement living can span 20 years or more. Careful thought and consideration is required when trying to choose which type of living community suits a person’s short-term and long-term needs. Fortunately there are many options in the area to choose from. Here’s a guide to the most common ones.

Active Adult From single family homes to condos or apartments, active adult communities can often be the perfect fi rst step for retirement living. Residents may still be working, partially retired or fully retired. They tend to be independent and live active lifestyles. These communities offer many of the benefi ts of staying in an independent home or living space, but often remove the hassles of yard maintenance and sometimes home maintenance. Plus, they offer the social connections of being surrounded by other like-minded active seniors.

Independent Living As retirement continues, many seniors fi nd themselves longing for a larger sense of community, activities and social opportunities –all within arm’s reach. Independent living combines the benefi ts of an active adult community but adds options such as weekly housekeeping, home or lawn maintenance and meal options. It frees up time to live an active, independent lifestyle pursing passions, hobbies and more. Most communities are designed as apartment units, although some do have townhouse or cottage options. Many also have access to transportation, a variety of community activities, and fi tness centers. Some basic care options aer sometimes included, such as medication management.

Assisted LivingFor those that enjoy the independent living community style but need more day-to-day care assistance, an assisted living community can be the perfect fi t. This model still promotes being active and remaining independent in the areas where it is feasible and safe

with activities, outings and social gatherings with other community members. A person may benefi t from the assisted living lifestyle if they: • Need help more than twice a week• Have ongoing confusion about medications• Have a fear of, or problems with, falling down • Find that personal care, like bathing and dressing, has become too diffi cult• Have challenges regularly planning and/or preparing nutritious meals• Need assistance to walk or get around• Require more time and support than the current caregiver can provide

Skilled Nursing Skilled nursing facilities typically offer 24-hour professional care. Sometimes residents only need to stay temporarily after a trauma or surgery, and the goal is to help them regain as much function and independence as possible. Other times, residents may need long-term care based on a specifi c health condition. Several factors can determine if this level of care is necessary. This living option may be best for those who need:• Pain management• Wound/injury management• Rehabilitative services by licensed professionals• Monitoring of cardiac or pulmonary conditions

Nursing home living is normally a single-bed room or a double-bed room. Rooms usually consist of a bed, chair, dresser and sometimes an adjoining bathroom. Many facilities offer a social room and activities to promote interaction and keep residents as active as possible.

Memory Care In 2015, an estimated 5.1 million Americans age 65 and older were living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia. Because this population keeps growing, there are now specialty care and living options available. Some communities specialize only in memory care, and others offer this service as part of their spectrum of senior living options. A memory care focus can include 24-hour services of staff and

Understanding Senior Living Options


healthcare professionals, who often have received additional training in working with these populations. Security is also enhanced to keep residents safe in the facility.

Continuum of Care If remaining in the same community is an important factor in choosing a living option, no matter the specifi c medical prognosis, then a community that offers several levels of care can be an ideal setting. These communities are increasing in popularity, and are designed to support everything from independent living through skilled nursing and memory care. A benefi t of this type of community is that relationships can be developed and nurtured with residents and staff. This can provide social support on a long-term basis, and make any necessary adjustments in living arrangements more manageable.

Spokane-area choices Residents seeking current or future living communities can fi nd all types of choices. “Choosing to live in a continuing care retirement community is all about being proactive about aging,” said Eowyn Sallis, director of marketing at Rockwood Retirement. “We like to say it’s like living on a cruise ship that doesn’t set sail.” She said that independent living may appeal to some who are in good health but don’t want the responsibilities of house maintenance and look forward to enjoying more time to travel and pursue their hobbies. “They get to enjoy all of this with the peace of mind that if their health needs change, they have a safety net of care right within their community,” she said. “At Rockwood South Hill we offer a wonderful lifestyle full of opportunities to socialize, exercise, learn new things, enjoy great food and much more.”

Communities that offer continuing care model, such as Rockwood, usually have transition coordinators that can help residents as that move from one living arrangement to another. Over the past 18 years, Rockwood Transitional Care Consultant Julie Welch has helped numerous residents and their families as they made these changes. “Having a choice based on your needs gives many couples options for living together, or if the need arises for a specialty area for one or the other, such as memory care, and it is available right there without having to again research a new community,” she said. “Sometimes this means that the couple can remain in the community, and although the physical location for one may be different from the other, they are still on the same campus, so having to drive elsewhere, especially when driving is no longer an option, isn’t an issue.”

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Your Continuum of Care...Active Senior Living with Peace of Mind

509-467-2365312 West Hastings Rd

North Spokane (West off Hwy 395)www.fairwoodretirement.com

Open House Tours:10a.m. to 2p.m.

Tour participants can enter to win aFred Meyer Gift Card!

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You may be unaware of superfoods, since it’s really just “food.” But the more you know, the more balanced your diet can be and the power you can receive from a variety of fruits and vegetables. Besides tasting good, superfoods can offer extra benefi ts such as lower blood pressure, better memory and better immune system. The following is a guide to some of the common superfoods and their super powers.

1. Olives. Whether you prefer green or black, stuffed or plain, or in olive oil, this fruit is known to lower blood pressure, decrease cholesterol and reduce stroke risk.

2. Garlic. Sure it has a potent smell, but it’s worth it! The herb boosts the immune system, reduces danger of stroke or heart attack and is a natural antioxidant.

3. Asparagus. This vegetable provides plenty of Vitamin B12, plus potassium. One study even connected asparagus in the diet to a reduction of hearing loss.

4. Kale. This green

leaf gets a lot of headlines, and most of them are deserved. It is linked to reducing the risk of developing cataracts, and aiding in better blood

clotting. An active ingredient is lutein, a useful nutrient for the immune system.

5. Basil/mint. Both herbs can help digestion and reduce infl ammation. Plus, they have lutein, too!

6. Sweet potatoes. The alternative to regular spuds is loaded with potassium and Vitamin B6, plus they can assist in lowering blood pressure and boosting one’s fi ber intake.

7. Blueberries. Any natural berry is good, but blueberries are especially high on antioxidants. They also may have a role in reducing heart health and improving memory.

8. Walnuts. Get nutty about these crunchy delicacies that include omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for hearts; vitamin E, and antioxidants, which are good for everything else.

9. Coffee. As long as you don’t overdo it with sugar and creamer, black coffee in moderation can work wonders to help your metabolism, plus reduce the risk of diabetes and stroke.

10. Green tea. Along with soothing the throat and stomach, it

can reduce cancer risk. It is another antioxidant that can boost the body’s whole immune system.

Have you heard of superfood?


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