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Best Fishing Spots Around Seattle

Posted by Jim Fuller on Sep 24, 2018 10:47:00 AM

Mount Hood reflecting in Trillium Lake at sunset, in Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon.

If you're an avid fisherman or woman new to the Seattle area you may be yearning to cast a line but aren't sure where to go. While everyone seems to find their special fishing holes by chance, there are a few spots around Seattle where you're sure to enjoy your sport while exploring for an area that's yours alone. Here are a few of the best fishing spots around Seattle where you're sure to get a nibble and just might land the big one!

Tags: West Seattle Senior Living, Seniors and Technology

Find a Pen-pal: Discover the Benefits of Staying Engaged

Posted by Jim Fuller on Sep 17, 2018 10:46:00 AM

Tags: West Seattle Senior Living, Active Senior Living

Best Indoor Plants to Spruce up Your Apartment

Posted by Jim Fuller on Sep 11, 2018 10:45:24 AM

Closeup of spring garden floral arrangement in large earthenware pots

If your apartment seems to be a bit impersonal and you want to spruce it up with a splash of color houseplants can be the perfect solution. Indoor plants don't just look nice, they also improve the air quality by removing common pollutants such as carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, and benzene. While you may not expect these chemicals to be inside your home they are used in the production of many products such as carpeting and can leave a residual smell as they dissipate. Houseplants can clean your air without using chemical sprays to mask odors. Here are some easy to care for indoor plants that are great for apartments:

A Few Tips for Navigating the Changing Social Climate as a Senior

Posted by Jim Fuller on Aug 27, 2018 10:41:00 AM

Things have changed rapidly in the past few decades and many things that were once the social norm are no longer acceptable. The internet, phones that take videos, instant messaging, and social media have all made the world much smaller and times have changed. Here are a few tips to help you navigate the changing social climate:

Tags: Active Senior Living, elderly parents

Seven Senior Friendly Activities to do in the Rain in Seattle

Posted by Jim Fuller on Aug 20, 2018 10:40:00 AM

Let's face it: Seattle has a lot of rainy days, especially when winter rolls around. Luckily, the city also has many inside things to do that will keep you occupied when it's too wet to go outside. Here's a list of seven senior friendly things to do on a rainy day in Seattle:

Tags: Active Senior Living