# What is a Health Advocate and Who Needs One? Our medical system is broken. Navigating our way through it requires guidance and support. From grassroots movements to global policy shifts, health advocacy has shaped the way communities access care, fight inequities, and protect public well-being. Join Beth Droppert, retired nurse and long-time supporter in the field of health advocacy, as she shares her work and its implications for our overall health in conversation with Rebecca Crichton, ED of Northwest Center for Creative Aging. Attend in-person, Monday, October 6, at 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., at Town Hall in Seattle at the Mehdi Reading Room, 1119 8th Ave. Cost is a sliding scale starting at $10 per person. https://ticketing.townhallseattle.org/events/01991b99-54f6-7099-1ce2-0d2cf4cc816a
# Tips on how to get the most out of the sale of your home. Laura Henderson, real estate agent / attorney, will provide professional advice and strategies on selling your home with a short timeline, how to address deferred maintenance using equity and benefits of selling to achieve maximum profit. Attend this FREE in-person event, Tuesday, October 7, 1 p.m., at Laurel Cove in Shoreline, 17201 15th Ave NE. Refreshments and snacks provided. RSVP at michael.francart@encorecommunities.com or 206 900-6016.
# Are you prepared for an emergency or disaster, both natural or human-made? You're invited to a FREE in-person event to help educate, prepare and equip you in the event of an emergency. Educational materials and several demos to provide guidance on developing a preparedness communication plan, basic first aid, water, sanitation, shelters, and emergency radios will be offered. Come to Third Place Commons, Town Center (upper level) in Lk Forest Pk on Saturday, October 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Exciting raffle prizes and opportunity to connect, learn, and be empowered.
# Have you heard of SilverKite? You can attend FREE in-person or online workshops that use the Arts to promote creativity, build relationships and bridge generations. SilverKite partners with libraries, you can search and sign-up for online or in-person workshops https://www.silverkite.us/online-workshops or https://www.silverkite.us/in-person
# These exercises are great for anyone who has FEET! Enjoy this YouTube video for some great exercises to strengthen and stretch your feet. By strengthening and stretching your feet, you can prevent and relieve plantar fasciitis, bunions, weak arches, and even knee, hip & back pain.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRr_hejy2Jg&t=1s
# NNN members have an opportunity to have documents notarized as a FREE service. If you need a document notarized, please contact Services@NorthwestNeighborsNetwork.org call/text 253-237-2848, and ask them to open a service request and assign to Rita G. She will reach out to you to finalize details. As with all of our volunteer services, timing is subject to Rita’s availability and the completeness of the documents you need notarized. Unexpired picture I.D. must be presented at time of notarizing. (this service request does not count toward your weekly maximums)
# Did you know you can request a Home Safety Visit from South County Fire District? Visits are for Sno County residents in Brier, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Mountlake Terrace and parts of southwest unincorporated Snohomish County. The FREE home safety evaluations include a visit from Outreach staff to provide an assessment of fall and fire risks and help identify steps to create a safer home. Help is also available to install smoke alarms for those who cannot afford them or troubleshoot your existing alarms. You may fill out the request form online: https://www.southsnofire.org/community-programs/home-safety/request-a-home-safety-visit
# Do You Need a Smoke Alarm? If you cannot afford to purchase one or are physically unable to install one, The American Red Cross may be able to help. Please complete the form for a FREE Home Fire Safety Education session or Smoke Alarm. A member of our Home Fire Campaign team will follow up with you to schedule an appointment. https://americanredcross.wufoo.com/forms/zqjdckt03pc6z2/ |