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55+ Advisory Council Members
An advisory council made up of community members representing organizations serving 55+ populations is providing community input regarding enhancing library services for ages 55 and over active older adults. The organizations participating include the following:
Franciscan Health System St. Clare
To nurture the healing ministry of the Church by bringing it new life, energy and viability in the 21st Century. Fidelity to the Gospel urges us to emphasize human dignity and social justice as we move toward the creation of healthier communities.
- Web Site: Franciscan Health System St. Clare
- 11315 Bridgeport Way S.W. Lakewood, WA 98499
Good Samaritan Celebrate Seniority
Good Samaritan Celebrate Seniority is a membership program and volunteer program. Our mission is to promote health and wellness opportunities and we do that through ongoing educational and social programs as well as community outreach volunteer opportunities.
- Web site: Good Samaritan Celebrate Seniority
- 1401 E. Main, Puyallup WA 98731
- Phone: 253-697-7385
- Contact Person: Jodi Gustavson
- Email: jodi.gustavson@goodsamhealth.org
Heritage Quest Research Library
We are a library dedicated to researching family history. We offer genealogy classes, library research materials, internet databases and materials for purchase that will enhance your family history.
- Web site: Heritage Quest Research Library
- 909 Main St. # 5 Sumner, WA 98390
- Phone: 253-863-1806
- Contact Person: Jean McLean
- Email: research@hqrl.com
Korean Women’s Association
The Korean Women's Association (KWA) of Washington has emerged as Pierce County's leader in innovative programs designed to enhance the quality of life for Asian Americans and other minority citizens in the Northwest.
- Web site: Korean Women's Association
- 123 E. 96th St. Tacoma, WA 98445
- Phone: 253-535-4202
Lakewood Historical Society
The purpose of the Lakewood Historical Society is to identify, preserve and perpetuate Lakewood’s history. This is done through the development of educational programs and exhibits that celebrate the sites and people of Lakewood and its role in the development of the Pacific Northwest.
- Web site: Lakewood Historical Society
- PO Box 98014, Lakewood, WA 98496
- Phone: 253-682-3480
Learning is ForEver (L.I.F.E.)
Learning is ForEver (L.I.F.E.) is a volunteer, non-profit institute with the goal of serving the active seniors in the larger Pierce County area. Its purpose is to provide senior citizens opportunities for expanding their horizons, enhancing personal development and to encourage empowerment through educational and social programs.
- Web site: Learning is ForEver (L.I.F.E.)
- 2504 92nd ST. E Tacoma, WA 98445
- Phone: 253-531-9037
- Contact Person: Gene Giannobile
- Email: dgg2504@comcast.net
Mel Korum Family YMCA
The YMCA of Tacoma-Pierce County provides Christian leadership and encourages the development of Christian values for children and adults of all ages by developing physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being through its programs. We build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.
- Web site: Mel Korum Family YMCA
- 302 43rd AVE SE Puyallup, WA 98374
- Phone: 253-460-8986
- Contact Person: Lisha Peacock
- Email: lpeacock@ymcatacoma.org
Mining Silver LLC
We provide products and services for individual and organizations to use talent of those in the “silver years” effectively. We offer books, retirement planning seminars and coaching for businesses.
- Web site: Mining Silver LLC
- Phone: 253-460-0099
- Contact Person: Mary Lloyd
- Email: mary@mining-silver.com
Multicare EverActive Program-Center
EverActive is a program especially designed for those 55 and older, from the MultiCare Center For Healthy Living. From screenings to seminars, there are lots of good, healthy reasons for joining.
- Web site: Multicare EverActive Program-Center
- PO Box 5299 MS:409-1-MCHL Tacoma, WA 98415-0299
Northwest Orthopaedic Institute
The NorthWest Orthopaedic Institute is a non-profit 501(c)3] organization. We are committed to community-based public health research and education related to musculoskeletal issues. Using a broad skill-base, we integrate efficient systems approaches with caring service while seeking diversity and excellence.
- Web site: Northwest Orthopaedic Institute
- PO Box 1878 Tacoma, WA 98401
- Phone: 253-627-5144
- Email: info@nwoi.org
Pierce County Aging and Long Term Care
Pierce County Aging and Long Term Care helps to ensure that Pierce County residents have available a range of community-based services that promote dignity and maximize individual choice. It is our job to speak for the rights of elders, and to plan and manage long-term care programs that help older and disabled people to remain secure and independent.
- Web Site: Pierce County Aging and Long Term Care
- 3580 Pacific AVE Tacoma, WA 98418-7915
- Phone: 253-798-4600
- Email: ADRC@CO.PIERCE.WA.US
Senior Foster Grandparents Program
Senior Foster Grandparents is a Catholic Community Services organization that connects low income seniors with special needs kids. The Foster Grandparents work 20 to 30 hours per week.
- Web site: Senior Foster Grandparents Program
- Phone: 253-502-2743
- Contact Person: David Olsen
- E-mail: davido@ccsww.org
South Sound/Tacoma Chapter of SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives)
SCORE is a national nonprofit with 389 chapters in the U.S. SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" is America's premier source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs.
- Web site: Tacoma Business Center
- 1101 S. Yakima AVE RM M-123, Tacoma, WA 98405
- Phone: 253-680-7770
- Email: SCORE@bates.ctc.edu
Silver Creek Retirement & Assisted Living Community
Silver Creek Retirement and Assisted Living Community is located in Puyallup, Washington near area hospitals, shopping and services. Our community provides the services you need, delicious meals, and a host of amenities in a gracious setting that has been designed with your comfort and security in mind.
- Web site: Silver Creek Retirement & Assisted Living Community
- 17607 91st Avenue E. Puyallup, WA 98375
- Phone: 253 875 8644
Toy Rescue Mission
Our purpose is to refurbish and recycle gently-used toys for disadvantaged children and for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia, while providing meaningful volunteer opportunities for the young-at-heart. Our special-interest program for older (55+) adults is called Seniors Share. This program allows active older adults (and some less-active ones) to utilize a life-time of experience to benefit the clients we serve. Come and share your special talents to help us refurbish toys, participate in needlework projects, assist with administrative duties, over-see volunteers, or plan our special events!
- Web Site: Toy Rescue Mission
- P.O. Box 64547, Tacoma, WA 98464-0547
- Phone: 253 460 6711
- Contact Person: Karol Barkley, President
- Email: toyresq@yahoo.com