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Meet Dian Williamson—Concierge Supervisor at Emerald Heights

May 5, 2020

Concierge Supervisor, Dian Williamson is an integral part of the team at Emerald Heights, bringing a unique history full of innovation and family ties. Dian started her tenure at the community as the Activities Director of […]



How Social Distancing Helps to Prevent the Spread of the Coronavirus

April 3, 2020

And how you can still safely stay in touch with friends, family and neighbors If you’ve been keeping up with the news, you know that, at least initially, Washington has been one of the states most […]



Staff Blog: Phill Jones

June 20, 2019

Phill Jones says he has always been a people person at heart which is what gives him his inspiration and motivation as Social Services Associate at Emerald Heights. “What I love most about Emerald Heights is […]



Meet Emerald Heights’ Zumba Instructor: Alexandra Clark

November 5, 2018

A performer at heart, Alexandra Clark has always loved bringing people joy. Before her current role as programs manager at Emerald Heights, Alexandra co-founded and toured with Last Leaf Productions a theatre company dedicated to bringing […]



Sibling Rivalry: When Family Members Disagree on Senior Care Options

January 31, 2018

When it comes to caring for an aging loved one, having family members by your side can be a tremendous help—mentally, physically, and financially. But there are also times when having to consider more than one […]



Bringing the ‘Active’ to “Active Aging”

January 30, 2018

For 10 years now, Ron Cole or “Coach” as he is known by many, has been spreading joy and inspiration to residents at Emerald Heights. Not only is he a life coach, he is also a […]



What is a “Continuum of Care”?

October 26, 2017

If you have been looking at various senior living options, including continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs, also called life plan communities), you have likely heard or seen the term “continuum of care” used. It’s an important […]



25th Anniversary Gala

October 25, 2017

On Friday, September 29, 2017, the Emerald Heights community—residents, staff, past and present board members for Eastside Retirement Association and Emerald Communities, key business partners and other friends—came together for a 25th Anniversary Gala Celebration. Special […]



Staying in Your Home vs. Moving to a Retirement Community

October 10, 2017

Recently, I was talking with a sales counselor at a retirement community who said something she often hears from prospective residents is, “I like what your community has to offer, but I just love my home.” I […]



From Italy to Fiji to Emerald Heights

September 25, 2017

“Being in some type of sales for most of my professional life can translate to many interesting opportunities in diverse industries,” said Peggy Bush, Sales & Move-in Associate at Emerald Heights. Peggy certainly has had an […]