LIFE, HEALTH & HAPPINESS FOR NORTH WHIDBEY’S 50-PLUS CROWD VOLUME 2 • ISSUE 8 • FEBRUARY 2015
THANK YOU TO HARBOR TOWER VILLAGE By Barb Spence
All of us at the Oak Harbor Senior Activity Center wish to thank the many creative and talented residents and staff at Harbor Tower Village for the hard work put forth to raise money for the Oak Harbor Senior Activity Center. A very generous check of over $1,400.00 was presented to Mike at a luncheon in honor of the Center. Thank you so much Harbor Tower Village. It is our honor to be a shared community partner with you.
Island Thrift Supports Community By Barb Spence
You cannot find one person on Whidbey Island who does not know where Island Thrift is located. Most of us have frequently wandered through the store hunting for that special bargain that we need so badly. What many people do not know is that Island Thrift donates a lot of money to the Oak Harbor Senior Activity Center. For the past 29 years we have been the proud recipients of their funding support. For that we are eternally grateful. But it is not just our Center that benefits from their community generosity. Every year, proceeds from Island Thrift go to many community projects, such as Help House, Opportunity Council, Meals On Wheels, Toddler Learning Center, Compass Health, Wildlife Care Center and many more organizations. One way we can say thank you is to consider donating those things we no longer want or need that lay around our house. I cannot think of a more rewarding way to recycle our usable but unneeded items. Donations of “gently used” items are always welcome. We are very proud to be a partner of Island Thrift and to be a help in making our community a better place to live. Thank you so much!
Reverse Mortgage “Discussion Hour” By Barb Spence
Steve McLean, Reverse Mortgage Advisor, with Bank of the Pacific, is joining us on Wednesday, February 11th at 12:00 noon to hold a discussion hour on reverse mortgages. You are invited to a casual BRIEFS continued on page 2
Sweetheart of Gems Show
50th Annual Rock and Gem Show
by Barb Spence
Every year, during the first weekend in February, the whole Whidbey Island community looks forward to the Annual Rock and Gem show. This year, on February 7th and 8th, the Oak Harbor Senior Activity Center will open its doors to celebrate 50 years of gem shows on the Island. The 50th Annual Sweetheart of Gems rock and gem show is set for Saturday, February 7th, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Sunday, February 8th from 9:00am to 4:00pm at the Oak Harbor Senior Activity Center, located at 51 SE Jerome Street, Oak Harbor. Admission is free. The Whidbey Island Gem Club came into existence in 1938. Originally part of the Holland Happening celebrations, the Sweetheart of Gems Show has been held at the Oak Harbor Senior Activity for the past 28 years. The club meets each month for a general meeting, door prizes, coffee and cookies. The group also enjoys field trips in search of treasures. Favorite treks are to Saddle Mountain where petrified wood and opalite is found, Glass Buttes, Prineville and Madras in Central Oregon. Closer to Whidbey Island, the club searches the Big Lake area, Walker Valley and Mt. Higgens. Even the beaches of Whidbey Island have beautiful rocks. You can find jade, jasper, fossils and ivory to name a few. The show this year will feature some amazing demonstrations of art and skill. The Wire Wrap Club, in partnership, will have many pieces that have been created. There will be showcases and collections of jewelry and other artifacts that the members have created.
Vendors from all over the Pacific Northwest will be attending and demonstrations will take place throughout both days with hourly prizes. Some of the vendors include Cristol Rich, Grand Products, Washington Crystals, The Opal Guy, R&T Crystals, and Ludemann’s Lapidary.
This show is simply spectacular and it gives attendees the opportunity to find an incredibly beautiful piece of original jewelry or raw material to take home. Attendees will learn that lapidary is the skill and art of working with rocks. Demonstrations will show Wire Wrapping, and Knapping, which is the art of making arrowheads for primitive weapons such as spears, arrows, bows and knives. Please mark your calendars for this event. This is a must experience for everyone.
INSIDE THIS EDITION Guest Spot..................... Pg. 2 Library Events................. Pg. 3 Volunteer of the Month... Pg. 4 Calendar....................... Pg. 5 Menu............................. Pg. 6 Travel............................ Pg. 6 Activities & Events........... Pg. 7 Crossword Puzzle........... Pg. 8
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THE GUEST SPOT HOW TO KEEP A YOUTHFUL PERSPECTIVE
BRIEFS Continued from page 1 discussion time to learn about reverse mortgages if you or someone you know has been considering this decision. Steve will give us an informal overview and update recent changes about reverse mortgages. Steve has been providing reverse mortgage service in Island/Skagit County for over 10 years. Please sign up at the front desk if you would like to attend this information meeting.
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By Barb Spence Now I ask you…just who of us isn’t interested in staying young. We diet, we take multivitamins, we exercise, we color our hair, we spend tons of money on doctors, on magic potions, etc., etc., etc. And all of that is just fine. But there is a much more enjoyable way to stay young. It is about changing our perspective on life. I have come up with a list of things I would like to think that helps keep a youthful perspective. It is “thinking out of the box”… “Seniors are the but so what! We are at an age to “jewels of humanity”, and think and do just exactly what we want to think and do. Here goes: “the keepers of wisdom.” – Unknown 1. What is the big deal about numbers? I mean…our age, our “Artists are the great weight, our height. Quit making gatekeepers of truth.” numbers such a big deal! – Paul Robeson 2. Ditch the grouches and keep only cheerful friends. 3. Never stop learning. Stay up with technology…it doesn’t hurt, really! And contrary to what people say, seniors can learn technology. Learn new crafts, new gardening ideas and read different books. Just promise me that you will keep learning. 4. Simplify. It is the best way forward. 5. Laugh often, laugh long, and laugh loud. Laugh with others, laugh by yourself. Laugh until you gasp for breath. 6. Surround yourself with all of the people, things and activities that you love. 7. Always work on your health. If you are healthy, cherish it. If you have chronic health issues, improve it. 8. If possible, plan on taking trips several times a year, long distance and short distance. It is wonderful to see the world outside of your own little world. 9. Tell the people you love that you love them, every day. 10. Fall in love again. If you are married, revive the romance in your life. If you are not married, do not be afraid to fall in love again. Remember this: “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” (author unknown)
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Oak Harbor Senior Center is located at 51 SE Jerome St., Oak Harbor, WA 98277
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Here are some interesting facts about our Oak Harbor Senior Activity W Center you may have never known before today. a • We have 2.75 employees (I am not sure which of us is the .75 h employee, but I suspect that it is me because I am the shortest). w • Our generous spirited volunteers logged 5,691 hours in 2014, and a this does not include Meals on Wheels, Meal Site Volunteers, Class c and exercise instructors, or trip escorts. l • We utilize 5 bus drivers for our trips. They are CDL qualified, drug a V screened, and paid on a per trip/hourly basis. • Our 16 wonderful front desk receptionists work and dedicated ser- 3 vice totals over 90 hours each week. • We have over 75 different events, classes, games, groups and activities that we offer and happen on a regular basis here at the Center. • Our Passport Acceptance office handled over 990 passport applications in 2014. • Our Meals on Wheels program, in conjunction with Social Services of Island County serves and delivers close to 20,000 meals each year. So, there it is. I would like to say “hats off” to our hard working staff, A to our hard working volunteers, and the community of people that support all of the different things that we bring to our Center. M
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Library Events Our Center is very proud of our partnership with our Oak Harbor Library. Each month the Second Wind shares the events that are happening at the library that may be of interest to our Members.
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Museum and the restoration of the iconic 160 year old Snakelum family canoe. Learn where the people who first settled Whidbey Island 10,000 years ago lived and what their lives were like. Presented by RICK CASTELLANO, executive director of the Island County Museum.
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Wednesday, February 25, 2 PM
Whether you are just starting to apply for citizenship or already have an interview date, this class will help you prepare. Satisfy your appetite for learning with this free class. It is taught in English by a library volunteer. Space is limited and online registration is required. Visit sno-isle.org or call the library at 360-675-5115 to register.
Zentangle is an artistic form of meditation that supports relaxation, focus and creativity. Learn to “tangle” in the round with certified Zentangle teacher SARA HARLAN and get in touch with your inner artist. Open to both beginners and those with experience. Space is limited; please preregister. Supported by the Friends of the Oak Harbor Library.
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Free tax return preparation and e-filing for taxpayers with low and moderate income, especially those eage 60 and older. Call 360-6783000 to schedule an appointment. Supported by AARP Foundation.
OAK HARBOR BOOK GROUP: “THE BORROWER” Friday, February 27, 11 AM
NATIVE PEOPLES– NATIVE PLACES: A CANOE CULTURE Thursday, February 19, 3 PM Find out about the new permanent exhibit at the Island County
Share your love of reading! Check out a copy of “The Borrower” by Rebecca Makkai, bring your covered drink, and join the discussion in the library’s Center for Lifelong Learning. All are welcome.
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SATURDAY MATINEE AT THE LIBRARY “SOMEWHERE IN TIME” Saturday, February 7 • 2 PM Bring your valentine to enjoy this romantic fantasy film. Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour star as lovers separated by time. It is based on the book “Bid Time Return” by Richard Matheson. Join us for film and discussion.
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A Showcase for our Outstanding Volunteers Diane Eelkema By Barb Spence
Three days every week, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, a few of our members volunteer to work in the kitchen serving Meals on Wheels lunches to our guests. One of those amazing people is Diane Eelkema.
Diane has been volunteering in our kitchen on Mondays for over 12 years. She was recruited by two friends at her church, and has worked every Monday since then. Her main job is to wash dishes, but does help in other areas too. She really finds working in the kitchen with the other volunteers very fun and rewarding.
Diane and her husband of 41 years have one son who is currently stationed at Fort Rucker, Alabama. He is a Blackhawk flight instructor, is married and has two girls, aged 7 and 4, both being the delight and joy of their grandparents.
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8:30-9:20 – Gentle Yoga 9 – Quilting Group 9:30-10:20 – Muscle Conditioning 9:30 – Nintendo Wii Bowling 11:30 – LUNCH 11:30 – New England Group 1 – Dottie’s Painting Class 1 – Knitting Group 5 – Tai Chi
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8:30-9:20 – Gentle Yoga 9 – Quilting Group 9:30-10:20 – Muscle Conditioning 9:30 – Nintendo Wii Bowling 11:30 – LUNCH 12:30 – Ping Pong 1 – Dottie’s Painting Class 1 – Knitting Group 5 – Tai Chi
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8:30-9:20 – Gentle Yoga 9 – Lapidary 9-2 – Foot Clinic 9:30-10:20 – Muscle Conditioning LUNCH 12:30 – Party Bridge 12:30 – Ping Pong 1 – Wednesday at the Movies 3 – Hula
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9:30-10:20 – Cardio Fitness 9 – Lapidary 9-12 – Wood Carving 9:30 – Nintendo Wii Bowling 11:30 – Chess 12 – Line Dance 4 – Muscle/Aerobic Fitness 6 – Pinochle
8:30-3 – TRAVEL SIGN-UPS 9:30-10:20 – Interval Conditioning 9:30 – Nintendo Wii Bowling 10 – Creative Writing 12-3 – Bingo: Harbor Towers 12:30 – Cribbage 4 – Gentle Yoga 7 – Wire Wrap
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8:30-9:20 – Gentle Yoga 9 – Lapidary 9-2 – Foot Clinic 9:30-10:20 – Muscle Conditioning 11:30 – LUNCH 12:30 – Party Bridge 12:30 – Ping Pong 1 – Wednesdays at the Movies 3 – Hula
9:30-10:20 – Interval Conditioning 9:30 – Nintendo Wii Bowling 10 – Creative Writing 12-3 – Bingo: Ed James 12:30 – Cribbage 4 – Gentle Yoga 7 – Wire Wrap
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9:30-10:20 – Aerobic Exercises 9 – Lapidary 9-12 – Wood Carving 9:30 – Nintendo Wii Bowling 11:30 – Chess 12 – Line Dance 2 – Vision Impaired Support Group 4 – Muscle/Aerobic Fitness 6 – Pinochle 7 – Stamp Club
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Travel Log For February WINTER TRAVEL FEBRUARY TRIPS WINE & CHOCOLATES Skagit Valley
PASSPORTS APPOINTMENTS It is easy to apply for a Passport book or card at the Oak Harbor Senior Activity Center, (51 SE Jerome St.). Passport appointments are from 10am to 2:30pm Monday through Friday. For an appointment or additional information, please call 2794580. You can also visit the website: www.travel.state.gov.
TRAVEL GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE Travel Gift Certificates make a great gift for the travelers on your list or even for yourself! Gift Certificates are available in any dollar amount or specific trip. Refer to the Travel Brochure for colorful descriptions of 2014 trips and travel.
Friday, February 6 Cost: $21 member $61 non-member Depart: 10:15am Return: 4:30-5pm Taste red wines from four local wineries and gourmet chocolates while live music plays at Carpenter Creek Winery in Mount Vernon. Pay $5 for wine & chocolate tasting. After we will head for a no host lunch at a local eatery. 22 Seats. Sign up with payment by January 29.
ALDERWOOD MALL Lynnwood Friday, February 13 Cost: $29 member $69 non-members Depart: 9am • Return: 5-5:30pm Let’s go shopping! – Great stores: Chico’s, REI, The Walking Company, Nordstrom and so much more. A
MENU - February WEEK 1 Mon
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French Dip w/Au Jus
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Tuna Melt & Tomato Soup
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Shepherds’ Pie
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Chef’s Choice
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Spaghetti w/Marinara
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Oven Baked Herb Chicken
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Italian Meatball Sandwich
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Terrific Taco Soup
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Chef’s Choice
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Pork Loin w/Apple Chutney
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Holiday Meal Sites Closed
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Hot Turkey Sandwich
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Mixed Mushroom Strata
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Chef’s Choice
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Baked Fish w/Alyeska Sauce
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Pork Chow Mein
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Salad Bar w/Variety of Vegetables
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Beef Stew w/Vegetables
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Zucchini Parmesan w/Marinara
WEEK 2
fun place for lunch – PF Chang’s! Enjoy a fun day and bring a friend. Lunch is on your own. 22 Seats. Sign up with payment by February 6.
“UNDERPANTS” Walton Theatre, Bellingham Quil Ceda Creek CASINO (The Old Tulalip) Marysville Tuesday, February16 Cost: $27 member $67 non-members Depart: 9am • Return: 4:30-5pm This is a smaller casino with casual eating places, lots of slots and a very friendly atmosphere. 22 Seats. Sign up with payment by February 10.
MYSTERY LUNCH Thursday, February 19 Cost: $20 members $60 non-members Depart: 10:30am Return: 3-3:30pm Oh this mystery trip must be a sweet one. 22 Seats. Sign up with payment by February 12.
Saturday, February 28 Cost: $50 members $90 non-members Depart: 10am • Return: 6:30-7pm Writer Steve Martin provides a reinvigorated satire adapted from the 1910 German play about Louise and Theo Maske, a couple whose conservative existence is shattered when Louise’s bloomers fall down in public. Thought she pulls them up quickly, Theo thinks the incident will cost him his job as a government clerk. Filled with off-the-wall humor, wordplay, and masterful banter, The Underpants is relevant in the most entertaining ways. There will be a no host lunch stop before the show. 16 tickets. Sign up with payment by January 29.
THEATER 2015 PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Paramount Theatre
Saturday, May 9 Cost: $133 member $173 non-member Depart: 9:30am • Return: 7-7:30pm The Phantom of the Opera, will come to Seattle as part of a brand new North American Tour. Critics are raving that this productions is “bigger and better than ever before.” This Phantom features a brilliant new scenic design by Paul Brown, Tony Award winning original costume designs, award winning lighting design, new choreography and a new staging director. The production boasts many exciting special effects including the show’s legendary chandelier. The beloved story
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Center Activities & Events In February **Participation in all programs and activities at the O.H. Senior Activity Center requires current membership!
FITNESS PROGRAMS GENTLE YOGA: Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30am-9:20am, Thursdays, 4pm MUSCLE CONDITIONING: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30am-10:20am, NO Tuesday 4pm class. CARDIO FITNESS: Tuesdays, 9:30am10:20am INTERVAL TRAINING: Thursdays, 9:3010:50am. Requirements: Membership with OHSC and Membership with North End Fitness. Fees: $20a month to NEFC for Center Classes (register at North End Fitness).
LINE DANCE: Tuesdays, 12pm-2pm; Fridays, 1pm-2pm with Instructor Jean. $10 a month for Members; $20 a month for Nonnmembers.
HULA CLASS: Wednesdays, 3pm with lInstructor Erlinda Gillett. $20/month, Begin$30/month, Intermediate/Advanced. tners; Payable to Instructor.
TAI CHI & QI GONG: Mondays, 5pm; Fridays, 9:30am. Please call Jill Reed to register: t1-360-675-1464.
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PING PONG: Wednesdays, 12:30pm-3pm; Saturdays, 10am-2pm; Mondays, 12:30pm3pm. Free. NEW PLAYERS ALWAYS WELCOME.
GAMES PUZZLE TABLE: The Center has set up a Jigsaw Puzzle table. Stop by and spend a little time working the current 1000 piece puzzle, any time during our open hours. MEXICAN TRAIN: The Center has had two Mexican Train Games donated and a sign-up sheet has been started. Mexican Train games can now be played Tuesdays, beginning at 11:30am. Other days of the week may also be available. Sign-up sheet at the front desk.
r$25 JACKPOT BINGO: Thursdays, 12pm3pm. Regency on Whidbey, Harbor Tower Village, Edward Jones each sponsor the $25 Jackpots. Cards are available for $1. Packets are available for $4; Soft cards for special games $.50 each. CHESS: Tuesdays, 11:30am. Free.
MAH JONGG: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 10am-2pm. Wright Patterson rules. Contact -Irene Ruiz, 240-0840 or Sandi Carrothers, 675-1306. PARTY BRIDGE: Wednesdays, 12:30pm. RSVP by Monday. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME. BEGINNING BRIDGE: Wednesdays, 1pm. Held at Oak Manor for new players. Call instructor Don, 679-8807. CRIBBAGE: Thursdays, 12pm–3pm. Bring your own cribbage board. Free. PINOCHLE: Tuesdays, 6pm; Fridays, 12:30pm (Potluck); Saturdays, 9:30am. Free. POOL: The pool room is open to games every day of the week, M-F. NEW POOL PLAYERS WELCOME! Free.
ART & EDUCATION CLASSES SVC HISTORY CLAS: Thursdays, 1pm. Class is scheduled on the College Quarter System. ART WITH DOTTIE SANDERS: Mondays, 1pm-4pm. All paint mediums. $5 a session. WOOD CARVING: Tuesdays, 9am. Instructor Dick Weber. Fee: $5 a session. Welcome to all levels of carving experience. MAC SIG: 2nd Tuesday of the month. Free.
WIRE WRAP: Thursdays, 7pm. Create unique jewelry. A cab and wire needed for first project will be provided. Contact Dick James, 675-9396. W.I.G.S – (WHIDBEY ISLAND GENEALOGICAL SEARCHERS CLUB MEETING): Second Tuesday of the month, 1pm; 2720 Heller Road, Fire Station #25. All are welcome. Refreshments and drawings. Contact Ruth Hancock, 675-4086. We will have Dr. Gary Zimmerman of the Fiske Library who will tell us what is available at the Fiske Library and give advice on research in Canada; New Brunsuick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. Questions: he is one of the most knowledgeable of our speakers call Ruth Hancock, 675 4086 or 969 0064. Hope to see you there. WHIDBEY ISLAND STAMP CLUB: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7pm. New members welcome. Free evaluations. Contact Lee Dougherty, 675-9674. WHIDBEY ISLAND GEM CLUB: 1st Wednesday of every month, 7pm. Contact Chip Batcheller, 679-9397. QUILTING GROUP: Mondays and Fridays, 9am. KNITTING GROUP: Mondays,1pm-3pm.
SOCIAL EVENTS WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS OF WHIDBEY ISLAND: 2nd Friday of the month, 5pm at San Remo. Breakfast every Sunday at San Remo. Dinner every Sunday night. Contact Roz Davis, 675-3171 for dinner location and Phyllis Hofkamp, 675-3628 for information. NEW ENGLAND GROUP: 2nd Monday of the month. Contact Heidi Packer, 425-8701595 for information. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES: 1pm. Movie selections posted at the Reception Desk. SENIOR NIGHT OUT: Dates and locations are posted at the Travel Desk. Call 279-4580 for information and to RSVP. OLD TIME FIDDLERS: Performances are the 1st Friday of each month, 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome. COUNTRY DANCE: 2nd Friday of the month, 7pm-10pm. Admission is $5 per person, $9 per couple, $1 discount for Center Members. Open to the public.
SUPPORT GROUPS SENIOR SERVICES INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE: PLEASE CALL: Mason Leland at 675-0311; In home support services and care; Medical Insurance, Medicare, Medicap, Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage, Medicaid, Caregiver Support, Housing, Long-term Care Options, General Resources.
III. Waste Island County Solid Waste has a 50% discount program. You can use your discount card whenever you visit one of Island County’s waste facilities. Included is normal household waste that would normally be picked up curbside from your home. Your card will give you 50% off the normal dump fee. You may pick up application materials or get questions answered by contacting Mason Leland, Senior Information and Assistance Specialist at the Oak Harbor Senior Center: 360-675-0311. PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP: 1st Friday of every month at Cherry Hill Club House, 549 NW 12th Loop, Oak Harbor. Facilitator is Carolyn Hansen, 279-1785.
Bey Senior Apartments 50 N. Main Street in Coupeville, the 3rd Thursday of every month, 3:30pm-5pm. The Oak Harbor group meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at Summer Hill Assisted Living 165 SW 6th Ave, Oak Harbor, 1:30pm-3pm Both groups are open to any adult caring for a family member or friend. Drop-ins are welcome. CONTACT:Â Mason Leland, Family Caregiver Consultant/Senior Information and Assistance Senior Services of Island County, (360) 675-0311 or Chasity Smith, Family Caregiver Consultant/Senior Information and Assistance Senior Services of Island County, (360) 3211600 x27.
FOOT CARE CLINIC: Appointments are available by calling the Reception Desk, 2794580. The Foot Care Clinic is at the Center’s Modular Building. OAK HARBOR HEARING AID SERVICE: 2nd and 4th Monday,1pm-3pm. Call the Center for appointments, 279-4580 or call Oak Harbor Hearing Aid Service, 675-5193.
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VISION IMPAIRED SUPPORT GROUP: 4th Tuesday of the month, 2pm in the Wii Room at the Center. For information, call 279-4580. SHIBA: The Center is without a SHIBA representative right now. You may call the local SHIBA sponsors at WGH, 678-5151 and ask for the Shiba desk. CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS: Offered in both Oak Harbor and Coupeville. Group topics and discussion will focus on maximizing resources, enhancing coping skills, building relationships with peers, and increasing caregiving competence. The Coupeville group meets at the Cam-
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ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP: 1st Thursday of the month, 2:30pm-4:30pm. Facilitated by Heidi Kuzina of Summerhill Assisted Living and Arielle Corrin of Harbor View. For information call Heidi, 679-1400. Held at 165 SW 6th Ave., Oak Harbor. YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR EXTRA HELP! I. Telephone (home) The Washington Telephone Assistance Program assists low-income households with affordable telephone service. Basic local service is $8.00 a month plus fees and taxes. You qualify if you receive any financial assistance from DSHS. To sign up, call your local phone company with your DSHS client ID number. If you have trouble signing up, call 1-888-333-9882. II. Telephone (mobile) Assurance Wireless offers a free mobile phone and 250 free voice minutes if you qualify. You may apply via mail or online at www.assurancewireless.com. You must furnish proof of eligible DSHS programs or meet income eligibility requirements.
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EXTENDED TRIPS Alaska Holland America Cruise May 30 – June 6, 2015 This lovely wonderful cruise originates from and returns to Seattle. Visiting: Juneau, Glacier Bay, Sitka, Ketchikan and Victoria An initial deposit of $450 per person double occupancy is due now and balance due by February 15.
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