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From Japan to Guam to Emerald Heights
Moving from Kirkland, Washington about four and a half years ago, Maggie Backman and her husband Fred knew it was time to see what Emerald Heights offered. They wanted to plan ahead for their futures to make it easier on their children, and they both knew the timing was right. Maggie and Fred lived in … Continued
Cruising Through Life Together
The need for a loving relationship in life is third in Abraham Maslow’s “Hierarchy of Needs,” just after physiological needs and safety. Ralph Dines and Jane Nettleton recognize that need for companionship and believe there’s an opportunity to find love at any age. Ralph and Jane, residents of Emerald Heights, met six years ago in … Continued
Sibling Rivalry: When Family Members Disagree on Senior Care Options
When it comes to caring for an aging loved one, having family members by your side can be a tremendous help—mentally, physically, and financially. But there are also times when having to consider more than one opinion on an issue can cause great strife between relatives. We often see this challenge come up between adult … Continued
Bringing the ‘Active’ to “Active Aging”
For 10 years now, Ron Cole or “Coach” as he is known by many, has been spreading joy and inspiration to residents at Emerald Heights. Not only is he a life coach, he is also a fitness instructor for various classes such as strength training and balance. His experience in fitness dates back to when … Continued
Like Mother, Like Daughter
Meredith Auerbach, while working in communications and spending her professional life in Seattle, would regularly visit her mother at Emerald Heights. She had a client in Redmond, so she would stop and spend time with her mom when in town. In the six years her mother lived at Emerald Heights, Meredith became very familiar with … Continued
Emerald Heights Residents Handcraft More Than 800 Toys for Local Charities
REDMOND, Wash. (Dec. 4, 2017) – Emerald Heights, a Life Plan Community with amenity-rich offerings and on-site health care services, recently donated more than 800 handmade wooden toys to charities in Seattle, Wash. The Wooden Toys for Charity, a group of 12 Emerald Heights residents created in 2014, use saws, sanders, and other hand tools … Continued
I’m Not Ready Yet – Brad Breeding
If you are considering a move to a Life Plan Community but not sure if you’re ready yet, you may have some questions that need to be answered.
Nancy Clancy’s Quilts
Two years ago on Memorial Day, Emerald Heights welcomed two new residents, The Clancys. Since then, Nancy Clancy has immersed herself in all that the community has to offer, such as becoming in charge of the quarterly Women’s Breakfast, as well as being an active member of the Fund Development Committee. Her favorite part … Continued
What is a “Continuum of Care”?
If you have been looking at various senior living options, including continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs, also called life plan communities), you have likely heard or seen the term “continuum of care” used. It’s an important concept when it comes to the variety of services provided by retirement communities, but I find it is also … Continued
25th Anniversary Gala
On Friday, September 29, 2017, the Emerald Heights community—residents, staff, past and present board members for Eastside Retirement Association and Emerald Communities, key business partners and other friends—came together for a 25th Anniversary Gala Celebration. Special honors were given to many guests in recognition of the role they played in Emerald Heights. Residents Jane Turnbull, … Continued