In any community, a sense of “community” is built on the connections made through unique groups of people that support one another. When I moved to Tacoma five years ago, I was wanting to know my neighbors, to feel that my community supported one another, and to find ways to give back. Quickly, I learned that the 253 has an abundance of opportunities for giving of time or … [Read more...] about Giving Back in the 253
New Neighbors Guide
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Collaborates with Contessa to Care into Patients’ Homes
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma has announced a new collaboration with Contessa, an Amedisys company (NASDAQ: AMED), to operate Home Recovery Care. Home Recovery Care brings all the essential elements of hospital care into the comfort and convenience of patients' homes, offering a safe and effective alternative to the traditional inpatient stay. The service will … [Read more...] about Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Collaborates with Contessa to Care into Patients’ Homes
Physical Therapy with Fun & Family
Owners Kim Bisson and Susan Jankelson wanted to create a clinic that felt like home. Their goal was for each person who walked through the doors, whether patient or employee, to feel like part of the family. Welcome home to Rainier Family Physical Therapy. What started over a cup of coffee in 2007 has transformed into a thriving practice based on two principles: family and … [Read more...] about Physical Therapy with Fun & Family
The Negro Motorist Green Book
What comes to mind when you hear “road trip”? Joyfully cruising down a highway flanked by incredible scenery, stopping to eat or check into a hotel whenever and wherever you like, discovering hidden gems along the way? You can explore some significant aspects of American travel history through The Negro Motorist Green Book at the Washington State History Museum this … [Read more...] about The Negro Motorist Green Book
Find Your Place – Find Your Y
Is your family looking for a place to stay healthy and meet new people? Look no further than the South Sound YMCA. As the largest provider of youth programs in the South Sound, the YMCA believes ALL kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Whether it’s through childcare programs at one of 30 elementary schools in the region, youth sports, … [Read more...] about Find Your Place – Find Your Y