LeadingAge members and associates are committed to developing resources that provide individuals and families with the help they need on their own terms. We are a network of communities that provide different levels of care within a variety of supportive settings such as Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Memory Care. We understand that sometimes an individual may not be ready to move and therefore it is imperative that friends, family, and caregivers find the appropriate resources to manage individualized needs within the home setting. 

The resources listed below represent just a small selection of the many organizations in Washington State dedicated to supporting older adults. We hope you find relevant information that will help you implement effective and timely solutions tailored to your specific needs. 


The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care and support and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. The following site provides helpful information for caregivers seeking support and resources: https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving

Cares’ mission is to help family caregivers by providing trusted information, access to eldercare experts, community support groups, and a directory of local caregiving services.

Community Living Connections is a partnership of DSHS and Area Agencies on Aging and is a helpful website of resources for a variety of needs.

Cyber Seniors offers resources for communities seeking relationships with local schools and universities to support intergenerational technology programming

Friend to Friend America is a non-profit organization with a team of 100 trained volunteers who visit seniors within the Pacific Northwest for companionship and conversation in order to reduce loneliness and isolation.

Gentle Passage Doula Collective is an organization that explores how the dying experience can be peaceful and beautiful through education, empowerment, and loving support.

Medicare is a federal government program that provides health care coverage (health insurance) if you are 65+, under 65 and receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for a certain amount of time, or under 65 and with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

Northwest Center for Creative Aging (NWCCA) helps older adults find their purpose and live into their potential. They enrich lives by creating conversations, fostering connections and serving as an educational resource.

Providence Hospice of Seattle is a not-for-profit, community-based hospice ministry, serving patients in all of King County, Washington including Vashon Island. We provide comprehensive and compassionate physical, emotional, and spiritual care to people nearing the end of their lives, including support for their families and friends.  “If only we had called you sooner…” is a comment we often hear from family members who have experienced the benefits of hospice care. Contact us as soon as you have questions or concerns about end-of-life care options.

Senior Services was founded in 1973 and is dedicated to supporting seniors in our community for more than 50 years with a mission to improve the quality of life for people as they age.

Washington Aging & Disability Services Administration is a state agency, serving adult/Senior Services & Information; Caregiver Resources; Abuse & Prevention; Developmental Disability Eligibility & Services; and Professional & Provider Information.

Washington Area Agencies on Aging (W4A) is a membership organization made up of the leadership from the thirteen Area Agencies on Aging in the State of Washington. W4A’s mission is to advocate at the local, state, and federal level for services and supports that enhance the lives of older adults, adults living with disabilities, and their caregivers. 

Washington Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for residents of nursing homes, adult family homes, and assisted living facilities. Our purpose is to protect and promote the Resident Rights guaranteed these residents under Federal and State law and regulations.

mmLearn Offers Caregivers Free Online Training, a branch of Texas Morningside Ministries, produces online education materials to help improve care for older adults. They developed a series of videos for family caregivers on topics ranging from vision loss to government health programs for seniors. The series also features “Ask the Geriatrician” videos where doctors answer questions from caregivers about health issues facing older adults.

 

For more information, visit LeadingAge additional information from the National perspective on aging services.