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  • Exploring the benefits of senior centers

    Patricia Atkins|Aug 28, 2025

    In Clark County, Battle Ground Seniors Citizens just celebrated its 50th anniversary of their newly remodeled senior center, which is a vibrant community hub of fun and enriching activities for older adults and those living with disabilities. When you hear the term “senior center,” what comes to mind? For some, it might conjure images of nonstop games of bingo, or quiet afternoons spent knitting. While knitting and bingo are certainly activities you might encounter and enjoy participating in at a senior center, summing up the experience wit...

  • Cathlamet seniors find connection on Puget Island

    Patricia Atkins|Feb 15, 2024

    Nancy Nelson has a big idea. After several years of pandemic isolation, she wants to help seniors in Cathlamet to connect with each other, find friendships and explore new activities. She started with a Facebook group, called Cathlamet Senior Friendship Group, which she has used to get the word out about her big idea. She approached a local church, Our Savior's Lutheran, and they agreed to allow group meetings in their activity room, which also includes use of the kitchen. Over the last couple o...