Author: Colleen Oleary

King5 – November 8, 2024, LYNNWOOD, Wash. — It’s the doorbell ring Jeanne Harshfield is excited to hear every week — a visit from her caregiver, Mary. “She’s always cheerful and happy and always asks me what’s going on,” says Harshfield. The two stroll and chat through Jeanne’s Lynnwood neighborhood thanks to a program run… Read more

Homage Senior Services was recently recognized for its unwavering commitment to improving transportation access across Snohomish County. During the Lynnwood City Center Station Celebration in late August, Juli Rose, Homage’s Sr. Director of Government Funded Programs and Operations, received the prestigious “Award of Excellence” from the Snohomish County Transportation Coalition (Snotrac). This award honors her… Read more

When you think about supporting a non-profit, it’s natural to feel drawn to specific programs that resonate with you—like ensuring a homebound senior receives nutritious meals through Meals on Wheels or helping someone with disabilities get to vital appointments through Homage Senior Services’ Transportation Assistance Program (TAP). These programs are undeniably life-changing for the individuals… Read more

Please join us for the upcoming Speak up! Addressing Ageism in Healthcare workshop! This interactive workshop will be presented via Zoom on June 23 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. We will share the Zoom link with you the week of June 20th. This virtual workshop will focus on age-friendly healthcare, including: If you have questions… Read more

Meals on Wheels is more than just a meal delivery service—it’s a lifeline for seniors and individuals with disabilities who face the challenge of preparing nutritious meals or leaving their homes to shop for food. But its impact goes far beyond simply delivering food. Through Homage Senior Services Meals on Wheels (MOW) program, homebound individuals… Read more

About Monica’s Journey Monica Reinoso, 60, is a local nurse with a soft spot in her heart for older adults. Also an avid hiker, Monica decided to combine two of her passions to help change her community. On July 15th, Monica started her hike on the Pacific Crest Trail. The 455-mile journey of the Oregon… Read more

Homage’s Mental Health Program: A Lifeline for Older Adults 62-year-old Snohomish County resident Jackie McCoy has spent her life caring for loved ones. However, the pandemic brought unexpected challenges. “I am a giver by nature and a relatively happy-go-lucky person, but during the pandemic, I suffered greatly and fell into deep despair,” Jackie shared. “Raising… Read more

Over our 50-year history, Homage has provided an astonishing 11 million meals to low-income seniors and adults with disabilities in Snohomish County. We offer two nutrition programs—Meals on Wheels and Community Table Dining—designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Meals on Wheels Each Meals on Wheels delivery includes seven easy-to-heat, nutritionally balanced meals,… Read more