Links for Seniors from SHAG Senior Living
With nearly three decades of experience in senior living, we at SHAG have a wealth of knowledge to share. Here are a few of our favorite resources for seniors and their families.
Senior Info and Assistance
The local organizations below focus on older adults and people with disabilities including telephone consultations,
online resource listing and senior activity programs:
King County 1-844-348-5464
Pierce County 1-800-562-0332
Snohomish County - 1-800-422-2024
Thurston County - 1-888-545-0910
Whatcom County - 1-800-738-2500
Empowering seniors to live independently
- AARP Washington
- Aging in Place Remodeling Cost
- 2-1-1 State wide information and resources for people of all ages
- Helpful Resources for Seniors Surviving on Social Security
- Medicare Resources
- Home Modifications for the Elderly
- The Consumer’s Guide to Stair Lifts for the Elderly and Disabled
- Home Modification for Aging in Place: Safe Bathroom Remodeling Options for Seniors
- Important Garage Modifications to Help Seniors Who Want to Age-in-Place
- Healthy Aging in Place: 3 Ideas for Seniors Who Want to Eat Nutritiously at Home
- Elder-Proofing Your Yard
Financial assistance
- Medicare.gov Find a Plan -- Using the Medicare Plan Finder
- What’s the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?
- Grants for Home Modification: 16 Resources for Homeowners with Disabilities
- 15 Best Work From Home Jobs for Retirees
- The Senior’s Guide to Paying for At-Home Long-Term Care: How Your Home Can Be a Great Asset
- Your Complete Guide to Burial Insurance
- Disability Remodeling -- What is the Average Cost to Renovate?
- Top 7 Mistakes To Avoid For Life Insurance For Seniors
- How to Help Protect Older Adults from Telephone and Internet Scams
Health & Wellness
- Alzheimers Association 800.272.3900
- American Cancer Society 800.227-2345
- American Diabetes Association 206.282.4616
- American Heart Association 206.336.7200
- American Lung Association 206.441.5100
- Asbestos.com Senior Cancer Guide
- Drug Watch
- Guide to Hearing Health
- Mighty Mouth Dental Health
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society 800.344.4867
- What is Mesothelioma?
- Mesothelioma Guide