There’s no diagnosis like an Alzheimer’s or Dementia diagnosis. More and more families are facing the long road of caring for a loved one with dementia. There is a lot of uncertainty before the diagnosis and in the early stages after the diagnosis. Take a look at the questions and the answers in this 6-part series for families and individuals beginning the journey. Part 5 - How do I pay for care? What are the legal things I should do?

Join us for a family-friendly workshop to meet the team, learn about the project to renovate outdoor features at Sprinker Recreation Center in Tacoma, and voice your ideas to #spruceupsprinker! Or you can participate online at www.piercecountywa.gov/sprinkerupdate.

There’s no diagnosis like an Alzheimer’s or Dementia diagnosis. More and more families are facing the long road of caring for a loved one with dementia. There is a lot of uncertainty before the diagnosis and in the early stages after the diagnosis. Take a look at the questions and the answers in this 6-part series for families and individuals beginning the journey. Part 6 - Where can I turn for help? What are the resources I can rely on?

The Logic and Accuracy test is performed before every local, state or federal election to ensure that tabulation hardware and software equipment are compliant with Washington State rules and will accurately count the votes.

Making the Link 2019 is Pierce County’s annual showcase of care providers and services for older adults and individuals with disabilities. The expo features over 70 exhibitors including in-home care, assisted and skilled nursing facilities, elder law, equipment providers, health care insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, caregiving, emergency assistance, social service agencies, transportation providers, funeral services and much more.

A ballot will be mailed to each eligible voter on or before October 18. (military and overseas voters by Sept. 20)

This is a fast-paced presentation for anyone anticipating their retirement benefits and those currently receiving benefits. To maximize the value of the class please open a “mySocial Security” account by at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount/ and printout your Social Security Statement. The workshop will update recent changes, discuss early retirement and present effective strategies that can maximize benefits. Participants will also learn how to negotiate the rules about working, either full or part time, while receiving benefits. Presenter is Kirk Larson, Public Affairs Specialist, from the Social Security Administration.

The Planning Commission will hold several study sessions this fall to continue discussions about the community plan updates for Frederickson, South Hill, Mid-County, and Parkland-Spanaway-Midland. The topic at this meeting is the South Hill Community Plan. These study sessions are open to the public, although public testimony will not be accepted. Written comment will be accepted via email to CommunityPlans@piercecountywa.gov until a week before the commission's final recommendation meeting. Check the calendar for details on the other study sessions. Note: The Oct. 22 date is a regular meeting of the commission. Normal business may be conducted at the start of the meeting before the study session begins.

Monday, October 28, 2019 is the last day for Pierce County Elections to receive new registrations and voter updates online and by mail. Register online at Vote.Wa.Gov. Individuals can register to vote or update their registration in person through Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019 at the Pierce County Election Center (Voting Center).