A growing trend is sweeping communities nationwide as interest in ballet, particularly among teens and adults, has soared in recent years. According to the Royal Academy of Dance, there has been a 75% increase in adult ballet participation, and local studios are feeling the effects of this movement. One such studio, Dance Theatre Northwest (DTNW), has embraced this trend, … [Read more...] about Interest in Ballet Surges Among Teens and Adults in Local Community
Wellness
Providence Swedish Continues Serving Patients at Home
Providence Swedish Hospital at Home admitted its first patient in August of 2021, beginning a paradigm shift, building care around the patient and their lifestyle and environment. Recently, Olympia’s Bill Cullen was admitted home as the 500th patient in the program.Bill and his wife of almost 62 years, Joan, can’t say enough about the program. “Being able to come home was just … [Read more...] about Providence Swedish Continues Serving Patients at Home
Premera Blue Cross Executive VP Leads Local Movement to Improve Women’s Heart Health
Lee McGrath, Executive Vice President of Health Care Services at Premera Blue Cross, will serve as the executive volunteer chair of the 2024-2025 Puget Sound Go Red for Women® movement, a comprehensive platform designed more than two decades ago to increase women’s heart health awareness and serve as a catalyst for change to improve the lives of women globally. As the American … [Read more...] about Premera Blue Cross Executive VP Leads Local Movement to Improve Women’s Heart Health
Blue Zone Project Names New Executive Director
Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway announced that Queena Tupou was named the organizations new Executive Director. Tupou will take over the role from Tono Sablan, who will now serve as a steering committee member with the Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway. “As someone who grew up in this community, I am deeply honored to lead the Blue Zones Project in Parkland and … [Read more...] about Blue Zone Project Names New Executive Director
Northwest Winter Safety Tips for Seniors
During the winter months, slippery sidewalks and cold weather can cause a wide range of injuries and illnesses, especially for seniors. The following tips will help prevent common cold-weather dangers faced by the elderly population. Wintertime certainly poses challenges for seniors, but with planning and awareness, you will stay healthy and experience the joys of … [Read more...] about Northwest Winter Safety Tips for Seniors