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
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
It was a clear bright July morning in the First Hill neighborhood where a modest community hub was being prepared to host a quaint weekend Garden Party. The guests — volunteers and participants in Full Life Care’s volunteer-based ElderFriends and Care Teams programs. Decorations in place, lavender centerpieces arranged, refreshment table overflowing, and soft music… Read More
Barbara and Dreux lived a pretty typical life. Together, they went to work, dabbled in the arts, and met with family and friends on the weekends. Dreux drove, played in a band, and took care of the couple’s travel plans, and Barbara enjoyed painting. But in February 2020, Dreux’s health took a turn. With a… Read More