Contents:

1. Air Quality Alert
2. AgeWise TV: Episode 111
3. News Just For You
4. For Sale
5. Loose Ends

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1. Air Quality Alert

Air Quality: Alerts | Seattle | South Park | Puget Sound Map | PS Clean Air

King County Public Health:   Wildfire smoke Basic health messages  << Go Here

Take these steps to protect your health on smoky days:
1. Check the air quality forecast
2. Stay indoors as much as possible when the air quality is at unhealthy levels
3. Limit vigorous physical activity outdoors when the air quality is poor
4. Keep indoor air clean
5. If your health condition gets worse around smoke, contact your health care provider
Download a flyer with these wildfire smoke messages in multiple languages
 Prepare for wildfire smoke season:

• Wildfire smoke preparedness during COVID-19 pandemic
• Consider getting an air purifier. Air purifiers with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter will reduce the number of irritating fine particles in indoor air. A HEPA filter with charcoal will help remove some of the gases from the smoke. Do not use an air purifier that produces ozone. More information: EPA's Indoor Air Filtration Factsheet (PDF)  
  DIY Air Filter  https://pscleanair.gov/525/DIY-Air-Filter 
  You can use tape instead of brackets to hold furnace filter on box fan.
  Merv Filter Ratings
  
  
• If you have asthma or another respiratory condition, make sure you have an inhaler or other medications that you might need. Make an asthma management plan with your healthcare provider.
  
  
• Make plans for indoor activities for kids on smoky days. Consider what your children can do if they need to stay indoors when smoke levels are "unhealthy for sensitive groups" or worse.
  
  
• Schools, camps, sports teams, and daycare providers should make plans for smoky days. Plan to postpone outdoor activities or move them indoors when smoke levels are "unhealthy for sensitive groups" or worse. Air Pollution and School Activity Guide.

Masks and wildfire smoke:
The right mask and proper fit can reduce your exposure to wildfire smoke, but they don’t work for everyone. This info is also available in PDF format.
1. Wearing a mask may worsen existing medical conditions
2. Some masks offer limited protection
3. Masks must fit tightly
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2. AgeWise TV: Episode 111
Sep 3, 2020 Seattle Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_9OT-fh40I
Enjoy curated content for older adults including BIMA's Art in Action tips on how to make custom wrapping paper, several short films, and gentle chair yoga instruction. This video features open captions.
In this episode:

1. BIMA Art In Action From Home - Custom Wrapping Paper: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art teaching artist Danielle Gordon demonstrates making custom wrapping paper using handmade stamps.
2. Short Film - The View From Inside: This film by Kathy Ross and Ann Coppel journeys through a 14-foot linoleum block printed image carved by Kathy Ross.
3. Short Film - The Murals of Lake City: In this film by Akira Ohiso, Lake City resident Mark Mendez introduces the Lake City Murals Project, a project that pairs local youth with artists to create 50 murals. Film produced by the Lake City Seniors Program. lakecityseniors.org
4. Short Film - Raw Ingredients: This short film looks at the raw ingredients that make Seattle cuisine unique. "Raw Ingredients" was created by Kay D. Ray for the MOHAI exhibit "Edible City." mohai.org/exhibit/edible-city-a-delicious-journey/
5. A Walk Through the Washington Park Arboretum: Take a virtual garden discovery walk through the arboretum with Laura Rumpf, a Registered Horticultural Therapist. Filmed in June 2020.
6. Gentle Chair Yoga: Enjoy a gentle yoga practice with Annie Stocker from Two Dog Yoga. 

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3. News Just For You - PDF Link

Welcome to your September 4 edition of News Just For You – a news brief from the SHAG Community Life Foundation designed to keep you safe, informed and engaged during the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
In this issue you’ll find:

• Timing tips for this year’s flu shot
• A list of cleaners that kill the coronavirus
• Your in-house resource for support and services
• A delicious recipe for autumn – Pumpkin Whips!

 
Have a wonderful holiday weekend, and stay safe out there.
 
-The Community Life Foundation Team

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4. For Sale
Put your for sale items here in future newsletters.

Folding Computer Table for Sale $20
- Contact John 424D 


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5. Loose Ends

Flu Shot Clinic - B Building
Wednesday Sept-16 at 10 AM
Thursday Sept-24 at Noon

Got COVID-19 Stress?
Call Washington Listens
1-833-681-0211

Contents:

1. KFF: Health Care and the 2020 Presidential Election
2. Seattle Emergency Communications Hubs
3. Washington Listens helps provide support during COVID-19
4. SHAG Community Life Foundation
5. The Six P's of Evacuation
6. Loose Ends

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1. KFF: Health Care and the 2020 Presidential Election
Charts and Slides published August 20, 2020

https://www.kff.org/slideshow/health-care-and-the-2020-presidential-election/

Figure 1: Where do the 2020 presidential candidates stand on health care issues?
Figure 2: Trump’s Health Record: At a Glance
Figure 3: Biden’s Health Proposals: At a Glance
Figure 4: COVID-19 Response
Figure 5: The ACA Marketplace
Figure 6: Public Option
Figure 7: Medicaid
Figure 8: Medicare
Figure 9: Prescription Drug Prices
Figure 10: Reproductive Health
Figure 11: HIV Policy
Figure 12: Mental Health and Opioids
Figure 13: Immigration and Health Coverage
Figure 14: Long-term Care
Figure 15: Lowering Health Care Costs
For more information: KFF.org/election-2020/

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2. Seattle Emergency Communications Hubs
http://seattleemergencyhubs.org/seattle-emergency-neighborlink-map/

The Hub Network is an ALL-VOLUNTEER force dedicated to helping Seattle communities prepare for a disaster.  We work closely with City of Seattle officials, are incorporated into the response plan, but choose to remain independent of formal city control.  This allows us to remain nimble and respond to our communities as the unique entities that they are.  Currently, we have nearly 60 Emergency Communication Hubs throughout Seattle where trained neighbors will gather to help organize and support their communities after a large disaster. Thank you for considering a donation!
https://gf.me/u/yp8d8t

Self Help Posters were created by Hub volunteers to be used at the Hubs as a tool to help people immediately after a major disaster.  In those first few days when information will be hard to get, these posters remind people of basic information so they can stay safe.  There are 5 posters for the following topics: Food Safety,  Sanitation, Water Safety,  Hazards, Communication.

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3. Washington Listens helps provide support during COVID-19

“Calling and reaching out for help doesn’t mean you’re broken… All of us need support.” Many people are dealing with severe stress, anxiety, and hopelessness as the pandemic rages on. Counselors fear mental health crises will rise as an expected second wave of the coronavirus hits in the fall. In response, the state has launched Washington Listens, a new service open to anyone seeking support and connections to community services.

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4. SHAG Community Life Foundation

This week's News Just for You takes a break from COVID updates and, instead, is a Special Edition that celebrates some of our remarkable residents who were honored at the Community Life Foundation's 2020 I AM Ageless Awards and Virtual Watch Party on August 13.
 
If you missed the premiere, you can still tune in to the SHAG Community Life Foundation YouTube channel at http://bitly.ws/93tM to learn more about our 2020 resident award winners and their inspiring stories. 

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5. The Six P's of Evacuation
In the event of an immediate evacuation in any type of emergency or disaster, here are the six “P’s” to keep in mind for arranging and gathering items in advance:

1. People and Pets (and what they need in emergency go kits)
2. Papers, phone numbers and Important Documents (digitized photos for backup)
3. Prescriptions, Vitamins, and Eyeglasses
4. Pictures and Irreplaceable Memorabilia
5. Personal Computers (information on hard drive & disks & cloud backup)
6. Plastic (IDs, credit cards, ATM cards, & cash) (digitized photos for backup)

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6. Loose Ends

A bunny rabbit has been visiting the garden on the east side of A Building.  We have been getting reports from Marty D. on the Friday Garden Net walkie-talkies.  If you would like to participate in Friday Garden Net, contact me by email. I have spare walkie-talkies, free to use.

Contents:

1. Seattle Mayor's Updates: West Seattle and COVID-19
2. Agewise King County: Case management services
3. SPD Crime Prevention Coordinator: Significant Incident Reports; Newsletter link; Virtual Meeting Aug-18th.
4. Fire Safety: Apartment fire safety and Kitchen fires
5. Greater Seattle Coronavirus Assessment Network (SCAN)
6. Loose Ends: AG Calendar Update; COVID-19 testing; 34th Dems Newsletter; Two cartoons

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1. Seattle Mayor's Updates

Mayor hosts West Seattle Safe & Healthy Communities virtual town hall
Jul 24, 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwoyes3g3dw
Key indicators of COVID-19 activity in King County 

https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/covid-19/data/key-indicators.aspx
COVID-19 Testing in Seattle
http://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19/covid-19-testing
Reconnect West Seattle
https://www.seattle.gov/ReconnectWestSeattle
https://www.seattle.gov/WestSeattleBridge

Seattle Mayor Says Federal Deployments Are Part Of A Darker Political Goal
https://tinyurl.com/darker-political-goal  links to NPR
July 30, 2020
Heard on NPR Morning Edition

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2. AgeWise King County

Stories from the Front Lines at Aging and Disability Services
August 2020

https://t.co/XBLlrv9yoI
One of Aging and Disability Services’ core programs is case management. Our case managers are social workers who serve more than 14,000 clients every year by assessing their needs and authorizing in-home care hours and other services. But that’s only part of their story. As one case manager put it, “Aging and Disability Services case managers provide the missing piece—we resolve basic needs like housing and food first and then work with health and human services providers to ensure clients get the ongoing help they need to continue living independently.”

• Serving people with complex needs
• Building trusting relationships
• Managing behavioral health issues
• Mediating housing, transportation, and emergency service issues
• Triaging client needs during COVID
• Supporting adherence to care plans
• Serving adults of all ages
• Supporting family caregivers
• Saving money, saving lives

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3. SPD Crime Prevention Coordinator: 
Jennifer Danner SW Precinct

The Seattle Police Public Affairs Unit will begin sharing the Department’s Significant Incident Reports (SIRs) on the SPD Blotter. Every Friday, the week’s SIRs will be published and can be found here: 
https://spdblotter.seattle.gov/significant-incident-reports/
August 2020_ SW Precinct_ Crime Prevention Newsletter
​Contact: Danner, Jennifer <[email protected]>
West Seattle Crime Prevention Council Meeting
When: Tue Aug 18, 2020 7pm – 8pm (PDT)
Where: Virtual
Please join us for our first ever virtual West Seattle Crime Prevention Council meeting!
Meet our new SW Precinct leadership- Captain Kevin Grossman and Operations Lieutenant Sina Ebinger.   
Join Microsoft Teams Meeting  (You might have to add an app to your device.)
Learn more about Teams | Meeting options

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4. Fire Safety
                                            Summer 2020 Apartment Fire Safety

Fire Drills and PlanningThe global pandemic has forced all of us to change how we work and to adapt to new ways of living. Concern for fire is still with us, and preparing for and preventing fires is ongoing work. Knowing how to respond to a fire is just as important now as it was before the pandemic.
When the building fire alarm sounds, residents should know what steps to take to remain safe. Having a plan before the fire alarm sounds will allow for a better response and keep residents safe. 
Fire drills are still required for certain occupancies and are recommended for all multi-residential buildings. Physical distancing and using face covers should be part of the fire drill for those entering common or public areas.
Before conducting fire drills, residents should be reminded of the following:
 If the building fire alarm sounds, there are two options

1. Evacuate using the stairwell, or
2. Shelter in place inside an apartment

Residents who are able to use stairs may choose to evacuate as long as there isn’t smoke or fire in the path of the exit.
When evacuating:

1. Make sure there isn’t smoke in the hallway.
2. Close your door as you leave.
3. Go to the nearest exit. Look for EXIT signs. If one is blocked by smoke, find the second exit stairwell. There are two exits on every floor.
4. Enter the stairwell and go DOWN the stairs and exit the building. High rise residents in upper floors may only need to go down four floors and re-enter the hallway until getting an all clear signal from building staff or fire personnel.
5. Do not try to use the elevator - Elevators are programmed to go to the main floor for firefighters to use if needed.
6. Go to the designated outside meeting place away from the building and call 9-1-1 Do not gather in lobbies or courtyards. These are not safe areas in a fire and gathering in lobbies and directly in front of the entrance can impede firefighters getting to the fire quickly. 
7. Once out, stay out. Maintain physical distance from others. Never go back inside a burning building.

Keep in mind that when you evacuate, you may be outside for a few hours depending on the fire situation. Without delaying your exit, you may want to grab your coat, phone, keys, eyeglasses, and any other essential item that you will need for the next couple of hours. Ideally, have these items ready to go before the fire emergency.
Residents who are blocked by smoke or who are unable to go down the stairs should follow these steps:

1. Stay inside your apartment
2. Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke from entering the apartment
3. Put a towel or bedding at the base of the door if there is a gap or if smoke is entering
4. Go to the window and wave so firefighters can see you, but do not open it. Be ready to call 9-1-1 to report your exact location if smoke is entering or if you feel in danger.

This is a safe option for people who are trapped or who are immobile. Firefighters will check on you and will assist in moving you if necessary.
Fire safety and evacuation plan information
For more information, contact the Seattle Fire Department 

Cooking Fire SafetyCO alarms need to be replaced every 7 yearsCooking-related fires remain the main cause of home fires in Seattle and across the U.S. Help us reduce the number of cooking-related fires by sharing this cooking fire safety video with others. This video will be available in several languages soon.
Cooking fire safety tips

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5. GREATER SEATTLE CORONAVIRUS ASSESSMENT NETWORK (SCAN) STUDY RELEASES UPDATED FINDINGS
https://tinyurl.com/scan-findings
SCAN’s latest technical report contains several findings with implications for King County’s response to the ongoing pandemic. In summary:

1. Although SCAN participants who report having known or suspected contact with someone infected with COVID-19 have a higher risk of testing positive, a large proportion of SCAN participants who test positive for COVID-19 report that they are unaware of having recently been in close contact with someone who tested positive for the virus.
2. Participants who report symptoms of COVID-like illness are more likely to test positive. Acute loss of sense of smell or taste (anosmia) is the strongest single predictor of COVID-19 infection in our data.
3. Individuals can identify their own risk of contracting COVID-19 through their awareness of contact exposure and symptoms, and should seek testing or contact their healthcare provider if they self-identify as being at risk.
4. Improvements in SCAN’s delivery and lab processing logistics have reduced the average time between enrollment in SCAN and return of results to about 48 hours. The largest delay involves people waiting to test after symptom onset. Getting tested soon after onset of symptoms and suspicion of illness is critical to interrupting the chain of COVID-19 transmission.
5. While mask usage has increased over time, rates appear to be stalling below universal compliance. Trading social distancing for mask use is counterproductive for COVID-19 prevention. The best way to protect each other when we must go out is to maintain at least six feet of distance from others and to always wear a mask.
6. Use of SCAN codes, which allow individuals who meet certain criteria to bypass the normal screening process and automatically receive a SCAN test kit, has helped to facilitate greater participation of children and high-risk cases in SCAN.

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6. Loose Ends

AG Calendar Update
Shopping departure times: Wednesday and Friday 10:30 AM

Food Bank: 2nd and 4th Thursday 1:00-3:30 PM
Location: D Building 2nd Ave Suite 500
All Building Residents (A,B,C,D) come at the same times.
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 New COVID-19 Testing Site to Open at Rainier Beach High School
https://tinyurl.com/rainier-beach-hs-testing
A third COVID-19 testing site is opening up at Rainier Beach High School beginning Friday. Like the other two locations organized by the city, this one will be free regardless of immigration or insurance status and won’t require a reservation. The other two sites are located in Aurora and SODO, this new site was chosen based on data that showed Black and Latinx communities are the most impacted by COVID-19. (South Seattle Emerald) 


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PDF Newsletter from 34th Legislative District Democrats 
https://tinyurl.com/34th-2020-August-Newsletter

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This greeting sign was posted by a business on it's door.

The Gardens Gazette 
​Newsletter
July 24, 2020 ​

​I. AgeWise TV: Episode 104
•Jul 16, 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COhQvkSaxbI
Enjoy curated content for older adults including an outdoor art project inspired by Andy Goldsworthy, and documentary films on Alki and the Space Needle. 
Have a look at Seattle's early years in this AgeWise TV episode produced by the Pike Market Senior Center. Start with the arrival of the city’s early pioneers and how they changed the lives of the Duwamish people forever. Then, take a visual journey in time with the Space Needle. Also, Bainbridge Island Art Museum offers fun ways to explore your creative side, including making natural sculptures from the comfort of home, creating a folded book, and using leaves to make beautiful watercolor prints!

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II. News Just for You
July 24, 2020
See Shag's printed newsletter for more information.

COVID-19 Updates

Check Before Buying Sanitizer
Ethanol is a main ingredient of hand sanitizers.
FDA found some have methanol which is hazardous.
Check the FDA list at https://bit.ly/32CelKR

Spraying Away the Coronavirus
The EPA has approved two Lysol products as effective against the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 when used on hard, non-porous surfaces.
Lysol Disinfectant Spray and Lysol Max Cover Disinfectant Mist.
Six Steps for Safe & Effective Disinfectant Use
https://tinyurl.com/six-steps
List N: Disinfectants for Use Against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)
All products on this list meet EPA’s criteria for use against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
https://tinyurl.com/EPA-List-N

Let's Have Some Fun
Take an online course through the Museum of Modern Art for free.
https://mo.ma/2ZL61Xu

Resources
Call the Friendship Line for Crisis and Emotional Support at Institute on Aging
Accredited for people age 60 and older.
Toll-free line: 1-800-971-0016 
Visit: https://bit.ly/2OID48s

Tips for Staying Cool
https://tinyurl.com/cnn-stay-cool
https://tinyurl.com/life-hacker-stay-cool

Signs of Heat Stroke
https://tinyurl.com/mayo-heat-stroke
Heatstroke signs and symptoms include:

1. High body temperature. A core body temperature of 104 F (40 C) or higher, obtained with a rectal thermometer, is the main sign of heatstroke.
2. Altered mental state or behavior. Confusion, agitation, slurred speech, irritability, delirium, seizures and coma can all result from heatstroke.
3. Alteration in sweating. In heatstroke brought on by hot weather, your skin will feel hot and dry to the touch. However, in heatstroke brought on by strenuous exercise, your skin may feel dry or slightly moist.
4. Nausea and vomiting. You may feel sick to your stomach or vomit.
5. Flushed skin. Your skin may turn red as your body temperature increases.
6. Rapid breathing. Your breathing may become rapid and shallow.
7. Racing heart rate. Your pulse may significantly increase because heat stress places a tremendous burden on your heart to help cool your body.
8. Headache. Your head may throb.

If you suspect heat stroke, call your healthcare provider immediately or call 9-1-1.

Keep an eye on the weather forecasts: https://weather.com/weather/tenday/l/Seattle+WA
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III. Garden Net at Arrowhead Gardens
Each Friday at 5:40 PM four of us communicate with walkie-talkies for signal and wellness checks. We chat and swap tips.
A Building: Ingrid, Annie, and Marty.
D Building:  John Walling, net control
If you would like to participate, contact me and I will arrange a meeting outside to show you how to use the walkie-talkie.  You will receive a loaner walkie-talkie/charger and you are free to use it as long as you want.

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IV. Nighthawks by Edward Hopper
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