During National Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 21-27, 2024 we honor Full Life’s committed community volunteers. Staff often marvel at their dedication and we’re always curious to know what motivates them. Full Life volunteers come from all walks of life — the retiree, the college student, the midlife professional, the stay-at-home moms and dads, service veterans.… Read More
“What seems quite by chance is never by chance.” – Patricia Hanrahan The smell of freshly baked scones and brewing coffee filled the air as ElderFriends pair Patricia (Patty) Hanrahan and Caroline Horsford sat down to reflect upon their friendship in Patty’s home in West Seattle. After being matched in March of 2023, the two… Read More
In my sixties, a widow, with all my children having moved on to their own lives, I found myself working in a nursing home for the elderly. I couldn’t help but ponder the questions I had about my own reactions to those facing the end of life and the remarkable resilience of those who maintained… Read More
November is National Family Caregiver month — a time to recognize and honor unpaid family caregivers. Full Life is dedicated to the independence and well-being of older adults and adults with disabilities, including respite for caregivers. Our Care Teams program, funded by the King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy, is one example of… Read More
This year of 2023 has marked the return of in-person volunteer groups to Full Life Care’s Adult Day Health Centers. We are thankful to have hosted PitchBook team members, who dedicated time away from their corporate desks to make an impact at our South Seattle Adult Day Health Center, during PitchBook’s Global Volunteer… Read More
Sharing on the holiday makes a big difference in everyone's life!
BECU volunteers brighten the day for Full Life clients in a recent video sharing session.
Our Home Care Aides are the greatest, and in July we showed just how much we appreciate them.
Full Life's new Care Teams program is off to a grand start.
A career of helping others, Rae Kirumbi is an inspiration.
