Schedule for the Week of 12/23 (posted on 12/23/24)

Here is the schedule for ALL NSC SITES the week of 12/23-12/27:

  • Monday, 12/23: OPEN

  • Tuesday, 12/24: OPEN

  • Wednesday, 12/25: CLOSED

  • Thursday, 12/26: CLOSED

  • Friday, 12/27: OPEN

102nd Ave Bridge Closure (posted on 12/17/24)

Per the City of Bothell website: last updated on December 11, 2024

In late October, a truck struck the 102nd Ave NE bridge over SR 522.

Here’s what’s happening immediately:

  • The bridge sidewalk will continue to remain open to pedestrian and bicycle traffic during construction.
  • The bridge will remain closed to all vehicle traffic until repairs are made.
  • Because of the size of the area served by this bridge, there is no single detour for this closure. Your alternate route will depend on your destination. The closest Sammamish River crossings for vehicles are I-405 or SR 202 to the east or 96th Ave NE to the west.
  • Emergency services are using alternate routes. If you call 911 for an emergency, you will still receive care, regardless of what side of the bridge you’re on.
  • In light of these impacts and the expected need for increased coordination, the City Manager has issued a Proclamation of Emergency to allow for streamlined decision-making and emergency response implementation. We are closely monitoring the costs associated with this repair.

What to expect next:

Design is complete, a construction contractor has been selected, and materials are being procured to make necessary repairs to fully reopen the bridge as soon as possible. With upcoming mid-week holidays, we are working to determine a construction start date, which will be early January at the latest.

Construction will take about 4 weeks of work to complete. To repair the bridge from the underside, SR 522 will be closed overnight between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. on working days, which will typically be from Sunday night to Friday morning. Detours around the SR 522 closure will be in place.

We’ll share more information about construction and traffic impacts by early next week, as soon as the construction contract is signed.

We know this is a true inconvenience for so many of our community members. Thank you for your patience while we ensure everyone’s safety during this unanticipated interruption of service.

We know this is a true inconvenience for so many of our community members. Thank you for your patience while we ensure everyone’s safety during this unanticipated interruption of service.

Alternate Routes (posted on 12/17/24)

Here are alternate routes with directions to get to the Bothell Senior Center while the bridge is closed, courtesy of the NSC Transportation team:

From the NORTH side of Sammamish River (Slough): 

  • Connect with I-405 Southbound; Exit at NE 160th Street;  
  • Turn RIGHT onto Juanita-Woodinville Way NE; turn RIGHT onto 112th Ave NE; continue 108th Ave NE (Lazy Husband RD); Turn LEFT onto E. Riverside Dr. – OR: 
  • Turn LEFT onto 160th Street NE; cross over I-405; turn LEFT onto Juanita-Woodinville Way/Brickyard Rd.; Turn LEFT onto NE Woodinville Dr/E. Riverside Dr. 

From north Bothell; Connect with Bothell Way NE Southbound;  

  • Turn LEFT on Bothell Way (Hwy 522) past Yakima Market, turn LEFT onto 96th Ave NE; connecting to Waynita Way NE and 100 Ave NE; Turn LEFT on NE 145th Street; Turn LEFT onto Juanita-Woodinville Way NE; turn LEFT onto 112th Ave NE; continue 108th Ave NE (Lazy Husband RD); Turn LEFT onto E. Riverside Dr. 
  • Turn RIGHT onto Woodinville Drive (Hwy 522) to I-405 Southbound; GO TO #1 ABOVE 

From the WEST on Bothell Way: 

  • Turn RIGHT onto 96th Ave NE; connecting to Waynita Way NE and 100 Ave NE; Turn LEFT on NE 145th Street; Turn LEFT onto Juanita Juanita-Woodinville Way NE; turn LEFT onto 112th Ave NE; continue 108th Ave NE (Lazy Husband RD); Turn LEFT onto E. Riverside Dr. 

From Kenmore:

  • Turn SOUTH onto 68th Ave NE across the Slough; Turn LEFT onto NE 170th Street (Near Kenmore SC); Continue on Simonds Rd NE; Turn LEFT onto 100th Ave NE; Turn Right onto NE 145th Street; Turn LEFT onto Juanita-Woodinville Way NE; turn LEFT onto 112th Ave NE; continue on 108th Ave NE (Lazy Husband RD); Turn LEFT onto E. Riverside Dr. 

From the SOUTH: 

  • Connect with I-405 Northbound; exit at NE 160th Street: Go straight across NE 160th Street onto Juanita-Woodinville Way/Brickyard Rd.; turn LEFT onto NE Woodinville Dr, which connects with E. Riverside Dr.
  • Connect with 100 Ave NE Northbound; Turn RIGHT on NE 145th Street; Turn LEFT onto Juanita-Woodinville Way NE; turn LEFT onto 112th Ave NE; Continue 108th Ave NE (Lazy Husband RD); Turn LEFT onto E. Riverside Dr.
  • Connect with Simonds Rd NE; Turn LEFT onto 100th Ave NE; Turn RIGHT onto NE 145th Street; Turn LEFT onto Juanita-Woodinville Way NE; turn LEFT onto 112th Ave NE; Continue 108th Ave NE (Lazy Husband RD); Turn LEFT onto E. Riverside Dr.

From WOODINVILLE:

  • Connect with Hwy 522: Turn onto Southbound I-405; Exit at NE 160th Street;
  • Turn RIGHT onto Juanita-Woodinville Way NE; turn RIGHT onto 112th Ave NE; Continue 108th Ave NE (Lazy Husband RD); Turn LEFT onto E. Riverside Dr. – OR:
  • Turn LEFT onto 160th Street NE; cross over I-405; turn LEFT onto Juanita-Woodinville Way/Brickyard Rd.; Turn LEFT onto NE Woodinville Dr/E. Riverside Dr.
  • Connect with NE 175th Street (the main street in Woodinville). Westbound: Go WEST across railroad tracks; turn RIGHT onto NE Woodinville Dr., connecting to E. Riverside Dr.

Save the Date for the Your Wellness World Health and Wellness Fair, Sponsored by Kaiser Permanente

Join us for a FREE event on Thursday, September 12th from 10 am-1 pm at the Bothell Senior Center, 10201 East Riverside Drive. Your Wellness World will feature health and wellness organizations from throughout the area that will provide resources and information on healthy living and aging.

Thank you to our Health Fair sponsors!

Platinum Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente

 

 

 

Gold Sponsors: Koelsch Communities, Visiting Angels
 

Want to learn more about NSC? Take a tour!

Northshore Senior Center Advisory Council members Terry and Mohan will be giving tours and answering general questions for anyone visiting the Bothell facility on Wednesdays from 9:30-11:30 am.

Your Wellness World- A Health and Wellness Fair for Older Adults, Sponsored by Kaiser Permanente (Thursday, September 12th, 10 am-1 pm)

We are currently looking for sponsors for our upcoming Health Fair!

Your Wellness World Health Fair endeavors to give older adults access to health and wellness resources and information that can be critical in the aging process. As one of our community partners, you will have the opportunity to help older adults lead full, healthy, and inspired lives. This community event will provide information and valuable resources for the older adults in our area. Participating in this health fair is your opportunity to promote your organization. Any giveaways, promotional material, resource information, or coupons you provide will be well received.

Whether you are a new or returning organization, thank you for your participation. We are looking forward to this amazing community event!

Forms are due Friday, August 2nd, so sign up today!

Click here to learn more and become a sponsor!

Thank you to our Health Fair sponsors!

Platinum Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente

 

 

 

Gold Sponsors: Koelsch Communities, Visiting Angels
 

Art Week Workshops April 27-May 2

For the first time ever, the Northshore Senior Center Art Show is expanding to an Art Week! In the week leading up to the Art Show, there will be special programs and classes for people to explore the many different arts there are. Learn the basics of guitar, sip on some wine and create your next masterpiece, or make some sourdough bread. The choice is yours! If you are interested in one of these classes, click on the links below to learn more and to register.

Focus Group for Bothell Human Services is FULL

The focus group that the City of Bothell and Kon’e Consulting is hosting on Tuesday, April 9th has reached the participation limit. Thank you for your interest, if you would like to know if you are on the list of participants, email information@mynorthshore.org.

No Proposed Changes to Bylaws (Posted on 3/1/24)

The Northshore Senior Center Board of Directors has no changes to the bylaws governing the organization. A final vote on these will be held at the next board meeting. You can find the current bylaws here.

The board will vote on whether or not to accept the bylaws as-is at the March 26th meeting. Members have until March 25th to make comments on this decision. 

Please email information@mynorthshore.org with your comments.

Proposed Changes to Bylaws (Posted on 5/31/23)

The Northshore Senior Center Board of Directors reviews its bylaws every year. This year there were changes to the state regulations addressing non-profit organizations. An attorney review has been completed and changes have been made to align NSC’s Bylaws with current state regulations and to clarify current practices. A final vote on these will be held at the next board meeting (6/27). You can find the proposed bylaws here. 

The board will vote on whether or not to accept the bylaws at the June 27th meeting. Members have until June 25th to make comments on this decision.

Please email information@mynorthshore.org with your comments.

Safe use of Prescription Pain Medication

Prescription Pain Medications are safe and beneficial when used correctly. If you or someone you know is struggling with knowing what is safe and what isn’t this pamphlet from the Washington Department of Health is a great resource.

Inclement Weather Closure (Posted on 11/30/22)

Due to the weather, Bothell and Kenmore locations will be closed today, Wednesday, 11/30. Mill Creek will be open regular hours.

Please continue to check our Facebook and website news page for updates.

No Proposed Changes to Bylaws (Posted on 11/16/22)

The Northshore Senior Center Board of Directors has no changes to the bylaws governing the organization. A final vote on these will be held at the next board meeting. You can find the current bylaws here.

The board will vote on whether or not to accept the bylaws as-is at the December 13th meeting. Members have until December 12th to make comments on this decision.

FREE Estate Planning Presentation, Tuesday, March 22 (Posted on 3/8/22)

Join us on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 2PM-3PM for a free presentation on Estate Planning! This will be presented by John Hugg, Attorney and Scott Newton, Edward Jones. Please RSVP to Nina McGuinness (ninam@mynorthshore.org) 

NSC COVID Update ( Posted on 2/28/22)

As COVID hospitalization rates decline and vaccination rates climb over 80% in Northshore, many local governments are loosening their COVID requirements for places like fitness centers, restaurants, and recreational spaces. 

While we offer many recreational programs at NSC, our centers also provide a variety of healthcare services, so we follow a set of protocols that go beyond what would be required of gym or restaurant.  Moreover, the safety of our patrons and staff is a critical priority for NSC, especially since many people who depend on our programs and services are at the highest risk for developing severe COVID. 

NSC will continue to require masking, symptom-checking, and social distancing at our centers, but we plan to lift the vaccination requirement for members and guests on April 1st.  NSC will continue to monitor local health conditions and work with public health partners to evaluate all our COVID precautions during March, including indoor masking.  If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to check in with our program staff or reach out to me directly at NathanP@mynorthshore.org. 

While proof of vaccination will no longer be required for entry at NSC on April 1st, COVID vaccines and boosters remain the most effective way to reduce the chance of COVID hospitalization and death, especially among older adults. Vaccinated adults are also less likely to transmit COVID to others. NSC recommends that anyone wishing to enter one of our facilities should get vaccinated if they are able to do so, for their own safety and the safety of our members, staff, and community.

Your health and safety are our highest priority at NSC.  Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we navigate the COVID pandemic together. 

What to expect when entering our facilities

Beginning on Monday, October 25, 2021, everyone entering Northshore Senior Centers will be required to present proof of COVID vaccination or a negative result from a COVID test administered within the past 72 hours. We are implementing this requirement to comply with state and local health requirements, and to ensure our facilities are as safe as possible for our members. Many thanks to our 500+ members who have already loaded their vaccination status into their membership account!

  • When entering, we still will be requiring our COVID-19 screening process to be completed. This includes a temperature check and symptom questionnaire.
  • All individuals (members, non-member participants, guests, etc.) will be required to check-in at our facility touch screen prior to entering further into our facility. Our touch screen system will alert you immediately if we do not have up-to-date vaccination status records in our system. If this alert pops up, please immediately see one of our front desk staff/volunteers for vaccine or negative COVID-19 test verification.
  • If you have not had one of our staff/volunteers verify your vaccination status, and input it into our system, please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes early for your activity.
    • Acceptable vaccine documents include:
      • CDC COVID-19 vaccine record card or photo of vaccine card
      • Printed certificate or digital record from MyIRMobile.com
      • Other official immunization record from within or outside the U.S.
  • If you are not vaccinated or fully vaccinated, and choose to attend one of our facilities, please arrive early to your activity so that we have time to verify your negative COVID-19 test.
    • Any type of COVID-19 test administered by a testing provider can be used. Testing providers are required to use FDA-authorized or approved COVID-19 tests.
  • Masks will still be required to be worn indoors, at all times for everyone, regardless of vaccination status.
  • If you are looking to renew a membership, would like to become a new member, or would like to participate as a non-member, please remember to bring your vaccination information or COVID-19 test result with you. We look forward to seeing you!

Vaccination mandate for members and guests effective 10/25

In alignment with new health directives coming from King County, Northshore Senior Center will be requiring proof of vaccination for everyone accessing our in-person classes and activities starting on October 25th.  This applies only to INDOOR activities—not activities held outdoors like the food pantry.

This policy will extend to all Northshore Senior Center facilities including our Mill Creek Senior Center in Snohomish County.  We have made this decision to both keep our members, volunteers and staff safe, and to have consistency in policy across our organization.  Staff and volunteers are also required to be fully vaccinated by October 18th.

Individuals who do not want to get vaccinated or who are not yet fully vaccinated (2 weeks after completing your vaccination series) can show proof of a negative PCR test (within 72 hours) or a rapid test just before visiting our facility in lieu of showing they have been vaccinated.  Proof of vaccination can include showing a copy of your vaccination card, or a copy of an official health record from your health care provider.  Individuals wanting to skip the rush later in the month can bring in their proof of vaccination to any of our three senior centers in advance of the 10/25 deadline.

A variety of programs and services continue to be available virtually for individuals not wishing to get vaccinated at this time.  These include online classes, the food pantry, community dining (to-go), online support groups, transportation, etc.  We understand that this decision may be frustrating to some members.  Please do not take out your frustration on our hard working front desk volunteers!

Introducing our New CEO, Nathan Phillips!

The Board of Directors is pleased to announce that we have selected Nathan Phillips to succeed Brooke Knight as CEO of the Northshore Senior Center on October 18th.  After reviewing several outstanding candidates, we determined that Nathan has the experience needed to lead the senior centers out of the pandemic and to grow our programs to meet the community’s evolving needs.

For the past four years, Brooke’s leadership has provided the senior center with greater stability and agility, even as we navigated the challenging situations created by the COIVD pandemic.  Brooke helped establish the organization as an independent non-profit organization and led the levy campaign to fund much-needed improvements at the organization’s Bothell campuses.  The board is grateful to Brooke for sharing her talents with us, and we wish her well as she moves on to develop her real estate business. 

In identifying a leader to take over for Brooke, the board was impressed by Nathan’s previous work at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where he served as the Chief Administrative Officer and Regional Vice President.  He also oversaw the design and construction of the Kent YMCA which opened in 2019.  Prior to the YMCA, Nathan directed the South King Council of Human Services and studied public policy and law at the University of Washington.  On sunny days, Nathan enjoys hiking and biking with his family. 

As the October 18th leadership transition approaches, please join us in thanking Brooke and welcoming Nathan to the NSC family.  Most of all, thank you for helping to make the Northshore Senior Center a success, even in these difficult times.  

 

 

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