North East Seattle Together (NEST)

North East Seattle Together (NEST) Building an intergenerational community that supports our elder neighbors to stay in the homes and neighborhoods they love.
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Our Vision: To live in a community where no one has to grow older alone

Our Mission: To give our neighbors choices for staying independent, active and connected.

A picture is worth a thousand words. But not if the story behind it is lost. This session offers actionable tips for tam...
06/09/2026

A picture is worth a thousand words. But not if the story behind it is lost. This session offers actionable tips for taming your photo collection and keepsakes while preserving the memories and stories that matter most to you and your family. Join this engaging talk on preparing for the next chapter: navigating a move from a longtime home, and the psychology behind downsizing and letting go--all while safeguarding family history. Come with curiosity and questions, leave with confidence for next steps. Register on our website. Free for NEST Members, Non-members: $5-$10 suggested donation

Lynn Schnaiberg is a veteran, award-winning journalist who helps families preserve the stories they don't want to lose. A member of Personal Historians Northwest, Lynn captures life stories, creates books and oral histories, and curates seniors' legacy letters for future generations. www.lynnschnaiberg.com.

Lynda Pack Dowell, Senior Home Coach™ and real estate transition specialist who guides seniors and helps their families navigate the emotional and logistical process of selling a longtime family home. Her passion for this work stems from her own experience assisting family members with downsizing and relocating.

Rebecca Crichton, Executive Director of Northwest Center for Creative Aging (NWCCA), brings wisdom and purpose to her work with the aging community. She retired from a 21-year career at Boeing as a writer, curriculum designer, and leadership development coach. Her Encore Career uses her knowledge and experience to offer programs and resources related to Creative Aging in the Seattle area. NWCCA collaborates monthly with Town Hall Seattle. She facilitates Wisdom Cafes for the King County Library System and writes a regular column for 3rd Act Magazine.

Summer is just around the corner and we are kicking it off with our annual Concert Truck in the park! Swing by Friday, J...
06/03/2026

Summer is just around the corner and we are kicking it off with our annual Concert Truck in the park! Swing by Friday, June 26 from 12-1pm for this phenomenal live performance by the Seattle Chamber Music Society. Spend a lovely day relaxing with friends and family - and get some delicious baked treats, all proceeds benefit NEST.

Join Brock from Peel Tech for an eye-opening session on how to recognize and protect yourself from today’s most common o...
05/12/2026

Join Brock from Peel Tech for an eye-opening session on how to recognize and protect yourself from today’s most common online scams. Learn how cybercriminals use deceptive emails and increasingly sophisticated phishing tactics to target unsuspecting individuals, and see real-world examples that bring these risks to life. Brock will also walk you through what to do if you’ve been targeted or fallen victim, offering practical steps to protect your information and recover quickly. There will be plenty of time for questions, so come ready to learn, ask, and leave feeling more confident navigating the digital world.

Brock Reed is the founder of Peel Tech, an on-demand technical concierge service for consumers and small businesses. Peel Tech’s services range from data storage to PC support to universal remote programming as well as other at-home tech issues.

Please register with the NEST Office | $5-$10 suggested donation for all non-members

Today is GiveBIG and a time to contribute to your local nonprofits—which is more important than ever! Your donations go ...
05/05/2026

Today is GiveBIG and a time to contribute to your local nonprofits—which is more important than ever! Your donations go directly to providing services for our members who need help with transportation, household chores, tech support, and so much more. Consider making a donation on our website today—any amount counts! NEST supports everyone to stay active and engaged as we age!

Dear NEST friends,What a vibrant, busy, and truly eventful year 2025 has been for NEST. Throughout the year, our communi...
04/02/2026

Dear NEST friends,

What a vibrant, busy, and truly eventful year 2025 has been for NEST. Throughout the year, our community buzzed with energy, connection, and purpose as members, volunteers, donors, and partners came together to support one another and celebrate the experience of aging well. Each month brought new opportunities to learn, gather, and grow. The enthusiasm and participation we saw across our programs reflected the strong sense of belonging that defines NEST.

Our calendar was filled with engaging and thought-provoking lecture presentations covering a wide range of topics that inspired conversation and lifelong learning. At the same time, we expanded our interest group offerings, creating even more opportunities for members to connect through shared passions. From social gatherings and educational programs to wellness activities and simple moments of shared enjoyment, these groups fostered meaningful connections and deeper engagement across our community. The increased member engagement and participation made this one of the most active years in NEST’s history.

Beyond programming, 2025 was also a year of strengthening relationships. Our volunteers continued to show extraordinary dedication, offering their time and talents to help fellow members remain connected and supported. Our sponsors and community partners played a vital role in helping us expand opportunities and enhance the experiences we offer. Most importantly, our donors showed amazing generosity, proving that strong communities are built when we all support one another.

We are especially proud to report that NEST ended the fiscal year on strong financial footing, made possible by a highly successful year-end fundraising campaign. The outpouring of support during this campaign ensured that we can continue to provide engaging programs, valuable resources, and meaningful connections well into the future. This financial stability allows us to look ahead with confidence as we continue to innovate and grow.

As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with gratitude for the remarkable community that makes NEST what it is today. We look forward to building on the momentum of 2025 — expanding our offerings, welcoming new members, and creating even more opportunities for engagement, learning, and community in the year ahead.

Join us Thursday, March 19 for this important discussion about early cancer detection. Register online
03/17/2026

Join us Thursday, March 19 for this important discussion about early cancer detection. Register online

Join us Thursday, March 19, 1-2:30pm for this important presentation, 'New Frontiers in Early Cancer Detection'Register ...
03/17/2026

Join us Thursday, March 19, 1-2:30pm for this important presentation, 'New Frontiers in Early Cancer Detection'
Register online or call the office

https://nestseattle.org

Exciting advances in medical science are changing the way we think about cancer detection. Multi-cancer early detection tests aim to identify multiple types of cancer —sometimes before symptoms appear—using a simple blood sample. But how accurate are they? Who should consider them? And what questions still remain? We are honored to welcome Dr. Ruth Etzioni to speak on this impactful area of research. Join us for an informative discussion about the promise, the limitations, and what these emerging tools could mean for the future of cancer screening.

Ruth Etzioni, PhD is a biostatistician specializing in cancer screening and early detection with a focus on prostate and breast cancer. She develops methods to evaluate diagnostic tests, builds models to understand how screening affects cancer incidence and mortality, and studies the costs, benefits, and potential overdiagnosis associated with screening. She also evaluates emerging cancer biomarkers, tracks patterns in cancer care, and leads the biostatistics core for the National Cancer Institute–funded Northwest Prostate Cancer SPORE. Throughout her work, she is committed to reducing health disparities and improving outcomes.

Today is ! Please consider a donation to support our efforts to keep residents active and engaged as we age. Every doll...
12/02/2025

Today is ! Please consider a donation to support our efforts to keep residents active and engaged as we age. Every dollar donated goes directly to providing support groups for men and women, transportation assistance to medical appointments, and social events that keep us all connected.

Any amount helps!
Please donate on our website or via
https://www.nestseattle.org/donate
https://www.wagives.org/organization/Nestseattle

Tomorrow is ! More than ever, it's so important to support local nonprofits. Your donation allows us to provide volunte...
12/01/2025

Tomorrow is ! More than ever, it's so important to support local nonprofits. Your donation allows us to provide volunteer matches with older residents in our community for transportation and chore assistance, along with educational classes, support groups, and events that keep us all active and engaged as we age!

Please donate on our website or via
https://www.nestseattle.org/donate
https://www.wagives.org/organization/Nestseattle

Our Invest in NEST fundraising campaign has begun!Your support during this year’s campaign — with a goal of $100,000 — w...
11/18/2025

Our Invest in NEST fundraising campaign has begun!

Your support during this year’s campaign — with a goal of $100,000 — will help NEST continue to grow as an inclusive, age-friendly community where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported. Every contribution, large or small, goes directly to funding our classes, programs, and volunteer support efforts.

You can contribute on our website or via the Facebook donate button below!

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8008 35th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA
98115

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+12065256378

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