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Ingredients

2-1/2 cups All-purpose Flour

1-1/4 cups Butter, Softened

2-1/2 cups Powdered Sugar, Sifted

1/2 cup Toasted Pecans, Finely Chopped Read the rest of this entry »

District 16’s Martha Battles, JN, is the winner of the Washington State 2011 NASBLA Boating Educator Award and is the state nominee for the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) Boating Educator of the Year Award. She was the consensus choice, from among stellar candidates, of a selection committee composed of members of the State Boating Safety Advisory Committee and State Parks Boating Programs staff. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s the 2011 Tree of Lights season at Wesley Homes, and we want to know: WHO INSPIRES YOU?

Every day something inspiring happens at Wesley Homes. Some days it’s a resident battling the many challenges that come with aging while standing strong, a smile on their face, giving back to their Wesley Homes community. Some days it’s a staff member going above and beyond to show a resident or home health client how much they care. Often it’s a friend or family member showing their love and concern for their loved one. In all cases, love and generosity are shown to others. Read the rest of this entry »

For people caring for family with special needs at home, there is little time for all the additional activities needed to prepare for the holidays: shopping for presents, shopping for food, cooking a feast, taking care of children, visiting family, having family visit, cleaning, decorating, attending holiday soirees, working, volunteering, caroling and enjoying time for yourself. Instead of letting the season become overwhelming, consider getting assistance from a home health agency. Read the rest of this entry »

In honor of Veterans Day, Wesley Homes has put a calendar together of local events to honor veterans.

• Veterans Day Program: Charles Lambert will share stories, show a video and play music in the Wesley Homes Health Center Evergreen Room on Thursday, November 10th at 10:00 a.m. Residents and their families are welcome.
• Veterans Job Fairs: Yakima and Bremerton on November 10th. Read the rest of this entry »

Here’s a yummy soup recipe for Thanksgiving or any chilly fall day.

Ingredients

1 quart and 1 cup Water

1 tablespoon and 2 teaspoons Chicken Base

1/4 cup and 1 tablespoon Liquid Margarine, Zero Trans Fat

1-1/4 cup Diced Onions, Fresh

1 quart and 1 cup Pumpkin, Canned

5 ounces Creamy Peanut Butter

5 ounces Culinary Cream

1/2 teaspoon Tabasco Sauce Read the rest of this entry »

These folks show a new appreciation for The Who!

View video.

The Wesley Homes Des Moines and Lea Hill open houses were a success! Thank you to all of the residents, guest chefs, board members and staff who volunteered their time so that everyone could have an enjoyable and memorable experience. Our Des Moines Open House photos (courtesy of Wesley Homes Des Moines resident Paul Beeman) are below. Be sure to view our Lea Hill in Auburn photo album on Facebook.

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Breast cancer: These are two words that no woman wants to hear let alone receive as a diagnosis. The National Cancer Institute and the American Cancer Society estimate that this year more than 230,000 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with and more than 40,000 women will die because of breast cancer. Early detection is crucial to improving the outcome of a breast cancer diagnosis. Read the rest of this entry »