In September seven people from Life Plan Humboldt visited two life plan communities, Willamette View and Rose Villa. We were invited to see the layout of the homes and amenities, meet some residents, and especially get a chance to talk with the staff and board members of two well-established communities.

Opinion by JoAnn Schuch As a volunteer and board member of Life Plan Humboldt (LPH) it is always great to get questions about the new senior community we are working to build in McKinleyville. It is a complicated project still in development.  Recently there have been inaccuracies and misconceptions about LPH

Life Plan Humboldt is a grass-roots movement that was formed to build and operate a resident-run, not-for-profit life plan community in Humboldt County.  There are no senior communities like it within 200 miles of Eureka, so active older adults stay in their homes and try to find help as needed, or

Dogs can bring companionship, health benefits, and a little extra joy to seniors and retirees. Whether your loved one is at home or in an assisted living community, a furry friend can lower stress, prevent loneliness, provide purpose and routine, and lead to better heart health by encouraging them to

Ten new volunteers attended a training in February and can now comfortably answer questions about Life Plan Humboldt, and know when to refer questions to a Board member.  Thanks go to Carol Rische, Sue MacConnie, Bill Tomlin, Edie Butler, Quynh Schafer, Rosa Mulligan, Tina Mackenzie, Tai Massion, Patty Long and

Services available in McKinleyville Town Center Grocery stores: Eureka Natural Foods, Grocery Outlet, Safeway Hiller Park (dog park, kids play area, playing fields) and access to the bike trail Pierson Park with covered gathering spots, Thursday evening summer concerts Hardware stores:  McKinleyville Ace, Thomas Home Center Banks: Umpqua, Tri County,