Parks & Recreation
Department Phone: 509-565-5007
Parks and Recreation Director:
Glen Horton | ghorton@medical-lake.org
Recreation Coordinator:
Ivanna Lomas | Ilomas@medical-lake.org
Be sure to check out all of the Recreation Opportunities under the designated link below. If something is full be sure to get on the waitlist. If we get enough people on the waitlist, we will look to form another team, group, trip, etc. We can’t offer more if we don’t know you want to attend!
The City of Medical Lake Parks & Recreation Department is always in need of volunteers willing to coach our youth sports leagues. Without volunteers, teams are left ready but without a coach. We need your help! We rely on parent volunteers to coach our youth sports teams. With your help we can offer a higher quality of programs for our kids. Please consider coaching your child’s team.
Volunteer Coach Requirements:
at least 18 years old
Pass a criminal background check
4Rec Youth Sports Documents:
4Rec Code of Conduct (Expectations, do not need to sign and turn in)
When: Tuesday & Saturday afternoons starting at 12:30pm
Where: Medical Lake City Hall Auditorium
Cost: $3.00 per year
Additional Info: First Tuesday of each month there is a pot luck that begins at 11:30am
Seniors who are behind the wheel are at high risk for accidents and injuries compared to younger counterparts. Degrading vision, poorer cognitive function, side effects of medication and slower reaction/response times mainly account for collisions and mishaps. About 10% of Medical Lake’s population are seniors and an estimated 24% live alone. Among older adults who are homeowners, over 91% have access to vehicles. Protecting the elderly when driving and other road users is important to keep everyone safe.
To start off, the elderly must drive a car that is not only technically and mechanically safe, but also adapted to the needs of seniors. Smart features such as ergonomic seat belts, large mirrors, auto-dimming mirrors, automatic wipers and so on help seniors improve visibility while on the road. Learning where airbags are located and steering wheel tilt are vital in the event of a crash. You can also take a refresher course to ensure that your driving skills are on par and to find out about the latest in safety technology. This articles describes additional tips on senior driving.
Department Phone: 509-565-5007
Parks and Recreation Director:
Glen Horton | ghorton@medical-lake.org
Recreation Coordinator:
Ivanna Lomas | Ilomas@medical-lake.org