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Marion and Polk counties have enough walking paths to keep you outdoors all summer
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A trail at Minto Brown Park in Salem leads right down to the Willamette River, and an opportunity to go fishing. By MARY OWEN BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS
Want to take a few great summer walks? To enjoy the great outdoors look no further than the local parks of Marion and Polk counties. “The warm water of Butte Creek, the swimming hole below the natural rock waterfall, and woodsy appearance of Scotts Mills Park are features that bring people there for summer fun,” as described on the Marion County website. The park is just 23 miles from
Salem by taking Silverton Road to Scotts Mills. “There’s a very lovely path at Scotts Mills,” says Marion County Parks Commissioner Marty Heyen, a recent park visitor. “When you first get there, there’s a path that takes you to a beautiful view of the waterfalls.” Heyen also loves to ride her bike along the pathway at Eola Bend, a twomile loop trail that can only be accessed through Minto Brown Park in Salem. Russ Dilley, the parks program coordinator for Marion County Public
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Works, says the Eola Bend dirt pathway provides great views of the Willamette River as well as local habitat that live there. “Along the river is an osprey nest,” Heyen says. “I frequently add this ride to my Minto ride.” She cautions the lack of restrooms at Eola Bend may cause a problem for some senior walkers. “But there are picnic tables,” she says. “And it’s right along the Willamette River.” To gear up for her walk, Heyen tries to get as much information beforehand
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about the trail. “I always have a hat, a walking stick, plenty of water, snacks and, of course, a camera,” she says. “Also, always take a buddy,” she advises. “It’s not best to hike alone.” Her goal is to visit every Marion County park over the next year to help her with her role on the parks commission, which, she says, still has room for one more commissioner. More information on the volunteer position is available at volunteer.co.marion.or.us.
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Dilley also recommends visiting Joryville Park, south of Salem, with several equestrian and pedestrian trails from the base to the top of the hill. Access to the trails is via a roadway that runs along the base of the park or the roadway that runs up the hill, he says. “The roadway going up the hill is at a good incline and provides quite a workout,” he adds. Just seven miles east of Mill City, Niagara Park’s Powder House trail is about a quarter of a mile and runs along the North Santiam River. “Interpretive signage has been installed in the past few years pointing out the many features of the park,” Dilley says. “The trail is relatively flat.” Also east of Salem near Mehama is North Fork Park, with beach access provided by a service road from the parking lot as well as several trails that start in the parking lot or off the service road. “The trails meander throughout the park, giving visitors great views of the Little North Fork of Santiam River and the forest within the park,” Dilley says. Other parks to explore include: Ankeny Rail Trail — South of Salem near Talbot, this park offers a short boardwalk in the
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Located off Highway 22, west of Salem in Polk County on Mill Creek Road, Buell Park offers scenic trails along waterways, as well as an abundance of wildlife. Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge, named after a local bird, the Virginia Rail. Aumsville Ponds — The 77-acre site, composed of wetlands and upland buffer areas, flows into Porter Creek, within the Mill Creek Watershed. The park is located 1.5 miles southeast of Aumsville at the intersection of Bates and Bishop roads. Spong’s Landing Park — Along the Willamette River
north of Salem, this park has hiking trails and an ADAaccessible restroom. Bonesteele Park — Located on the Aumsville Highway between Salem and Aumsville, this site, formerly part of a commercial grass field, is being restored to an upland prairie ecosystem. Bear Creek — On the Little North Fork of the Santiam River, a trail system has been developed through the park
and down to the riverbank to a deep pool available for swimmers. Packsaddle Park — Just two miles east of Gates, this park is primarily used by drift boaters, fisherman and sightseers. The park is contiguous to land leased by the State Fish Commission for a salmon egg collection station. Salmon Falls — The area is forested, and at the falls site, the Little North Fork of
the Santiam River plunges over the rock outcropping about 30 feet to a pool below. The park is one mile above Mehama and 14 miles up North Fork Road. Ten Falls Canyon Trail — The trail in Silver Falls State Park, between Silverton and Sublimity, passes by 10 beautiful waterfalls, ranging in height from 27 to 178 feet. Plenty of benches along the well-maintained trail offer walkers a place to rest. Rich Guadagno Memorial National Recreation Trail— An overlook on a national wildlife refuge, this Dallas trail teems with wildlife, and offers a great short hike. Shellburg and Stassel Falls — In the Santiam foothills near Lyons, these two waterfalls are an easy hike. Ritner Creek Park — South on Hwy. 223 onto Burbank Road, left on Gage Road, the Polk County park is near the Ritner Creek Bridge, built in 1926. Buell Park — Located off Hwy. 22 west of Salem on Mill Creek Road, this park offers scenic trails and wildlife. Nesmith Park — This park is on 21.5 acres adjacent to the Polk County Fairgrounds and offers a variety of scenic trails. A full list of parks with their amenities, hours of operation and other information is available on the county websites: co.marion.or.us/ PW/Parks and co.polk.or.us/ ms/polk-county-parks. ■
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By MARY OWEN
For more information on CMC, visit medicarechoices.org. The Coalition is also very active in engaging in discussions about Medicare Advantage on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.
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Pat Young calls herself a “pretty typical, 70-something retiree,” but she is far from it. Young recently traveled to Washington, D.C., with the advocacy group, Coalition for Medicare Choices, to share cookies, coffee and personal stories about why she loves Medicare Advantage and needs policymakers to protect her benefits from any further cuts. “I heard about a local meeting at which our congressman wanted to hear from seniors about our Medicare needs and preferences,” says Young, 72, a long-time Salem resident, of a forum held by Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.). “At the meeting, I met our local CMC coordinator and talked one-on-one with our congressman. He listened intently and asked relevant questions.” Feeling that her opinion mattered, Young became an active advocate with CMC, a grassroots organization of 1.8 million seniors from all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. Founded in 1999, CMC members actively communicate with members of Congress about issues that affect their Medicare Advantage coverage and, to date, have made more than a million contacts with the Congressional members. On her trip to Capitol Hill, Young brought an age-old message: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” “About two years ago, I was given a diagnosis of osteopenia, an early stage of osteoporosis,” she says. “I was familiar with what bone loss could do. I had watched my astute, mentally-alert grandmother lie flat on her back in 24-hour care for the last six years of her life
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Pat Young of Salem spent some time this spring in Washington, D.C., where she shared her opinions about the Medicare needs of seniors. She spoke with Sen. Jeff Merkley, who “listened intently and asked relevant questions.”
because of a broken hip and bones so porous that a new hip could not be attached. Believing that I was facing the same fate, I was terrified.” Facing her fear, Young signed up for Silver Sneakers, a senior fitness program through her Medicare Advantage health plan. About six months later, her bone density test came back “normal.” “Silver Sneakers costs a little over $40 a month,” she says. “One day in the hospital can cost up to $10,000. I haven’t a clue how much six years of 24-hour care costs, but I’m pretty sure it’s a lot more than the cost of a senior fitness class.” Medicare Advantage seniors faced deep cuts to their
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ters won’t give up. So we must persist if we are to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. “I am one of more than 300,000 Oregonians who benefits every day from Medicare Advantage,” she adds. “Medicare Advantage keeps me healthy. When I’m healthy, I’m happy and my family is happy.” Young plans to stay active
and to encourage other seniors to speak up to help protect the program that goes far beyond the pay-per-service scope of Medicare. “Speak to whoever will listen,” she says. “If you hear of Sen. Jeff Merkley, Sen. Ron Wyden or Rep. Kurt Schrader speaking in our city, go. Speak to them. Thank them for supporting us, for supporting our healthcare.” Meanwhile, her osteopenia in check, Young wants to work on her art. “As an art therapist, I spent many rewarding decades helping others realize their potential,” she says. “Now it’s time for me to realize my own artistic potential.” One of her most ambitious goals is to finish art projects she never had time to complete, she says. “When I’ve got enough, I hope to have a show,” she adds. “I meet with a couple of art friends every week for dedicated art time, show-andtell, encouragement and support. My life continues to unfold.” ■
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artifacts and a list of thousands of names of the 80,000 men who served in the CCC in Oregon. A miniature canoe race each day will celebrate Al Faussett’s 1928 canoe trip over the South Falls. First, second and third place finishes will receive prizes. For a detailed event schedule, visit Silver Falls’ blog under “Historic Silver Falls Days” in the “Events” tab at SilverFallsStatePark.wordpress.com. For more information, call Ian at 503-874-0201 or Lou at 503-581-4155, or email Ian.Fawley@orgon.gov. or louise69@toast.net.. Silver Falls State Park is located on OR-214 S about 16 miles southeast of Silverton. Admission to event activities is free. A day-use parking permit is required to park at Silver Falls; visitors can purchase a one-day permit for $5 or an annual permit for $30. ■
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By MARY OWEN
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Today’s seniors, who are aging and living longer, face an increasing number of challenges, but steps are being taken to enhance traditional care and support. “Oregon has always been on the cutting edge,” says Shirl Staats, a retired adult foster care provider and advisory council member for NorthWest Senior and Disability Services. “We were one of the first states to emphasize communitybased care. At this time, coordinated care organizations (CCO) have been formed to better serve elder consumers.” NWSDS helps to facilitate cooperation between the longterm support and services it provides and long-term health care through CCOs, Staats says. Three areas the agency looks into are: care coordination, including meetings to discuss difficult cases; care transition, assisting people from transitioning out of nursing homes into community-based care; and health promotion or self-management. “A pilot model has been created to help consumers stay healthy and safe in their own homes,” Staats says. “Personal trainers deliver training in medication management, exercise, and fall prevention.” The NWSDS pilot program is designed to bring six to eight visits over a 12-month period, and Staats says early results show low cost and high satisfaction. “All this is done while preserving the consumer’s dignity and right to choose,” she says. “One of the greatest challenges is to keep the consumer as safe as possible while respecting their independence. They often don’t make safe choices, but we must respect their right to make those choices.”
Making changes for the better Staats advises those looking for caregivers to consider adding drug testing to their screening process. “In today’s society there is a huge drug problem among people of all ages, not just our youth,” she says. “Theft of prescriptions as well as other abuses are a problem in our elder communities. It is impor-
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Nutrition service programs, like this one involving Nancy Jacobs and Stuart Edgar in Monmouth, is DHS' biggest, serving more than 33,000 seniors. tant to know that the strangers allowed in the homes of our elders have had drug tests as well as background checks.” According to Staats, only background checks are required at this time. “We can do better,” she says. Retired psychiatrist Dr. Prasanna Pati says, “There has to be a cultural shift toward helping seniors, rather than seeing them as burdensome to society.” The 90-year-old doctor commends the group homes, retirement centers and assisted care that is available to seniors today. “Elder care has definitely changed for the better,” says Pati, who supports Oregon’s Death with Dignity Law as an advocacy tool for seniors who have little to no quality of life. Advocacy for seniors and persons with disabilities has its roots in the Older Americans Act, signed into law by former President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965. Now in its 50th year, OAA provides programs and services specifically focused on helping older individuals remain healthy, independent and safe. “The OAA was originally a civil rights, anti-discrimination
bill, with an emphasis on protections in the work force and the protection of dignity as persons aged,” says Debbie McCuin, program analyst for Umatilla County Community Developmental Disability Program. When enacted, the OAA established the Administration of Aging within the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare and called for states to create their own agencies. Oregon’s DHS helps maintain health, security and independence for all Oregonians. McCuin says nutrition services programs, specifically congregate meals, is the program serving the largest numbers of seniors, with more than 1.6 million meals served to 33,250 seniors from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
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By GRACE PETERSON MASTER GARDENER
Wow, what a gorgeous spring we enjoyed here in the
Pacific Northwest. After several rainy, chilly springs, 2015 proved to be near perfect with many warm, sunny days. Plants have responded to the
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sunshine and it seems that progress can be witnessed almost hourly in our gardens as buds form, leaves expand and vines jut skyward at
breakneck speed. As spring turns to summer, I relish all the activity. The plants themselves always keep me entertained with beauty and fragrance but what a bonus it is to see the critters stopping by to sip nectar or take a bath. Just the other evening I saw a Sphinx moth — the nighttime hummingbird — softly buzzing amid the nectar-filled honeysuckle blossoms. And several gardeners have commented on seeing more than the usual painted lady butterflies this year. Creating a welcoming habitat for pollinators and predatory insects is gaining in popularity. Today’s gardeners not only care about the plants we grow. We also devote our energies to creating and sustaining a healthy, well-rounded garden habitat, one that will be hospitable to the creatures that visit. We want to honor and perpetuate the genius of nature’s balance. To put it simply, today’s gardener is bug-savvy. Our ability to identify the bugs in our gardens aids us in maintaining that healthy garden environment. The carnivores are the good bugs because they get their kicks out of eating the bad bugs — those evil monsters that prefer a plant-based diet and by doing so damage our beloved pretties. The most common example of this is the good bug — the Lady Beetle devouring the rosebud-sucking aphid — the bad bug. Unfortunately the bad bugs always come so it’s nice that the good bugs are there to take advantage of the situation. Because gardeners are busy people we need our information to be simple, straightforward and easily accessible. Recently, I was provided with the opportunity to read “Good Garden Bugs: Everything You Need to Know About Benefi-
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McCormick, director of Aging and People with Disabilities, under the DHS umbrella. “Whether or not to pursue private insurance is a personal decision. “Oregon has a program dedicated to helping people find the services they need,” he adds. ”The Aging and Disability Resource Connection is the best resource for individuals that need help finding services and assistance.” High numbers of seniors with chronic health conditions and dementia is a cost-driver and primary cause of entry for long-term care, according to Oregon’s Senate Bill 21’s task force. With the catch phrase “right services, right time, right place,” SB 21 follows in the footsteps of ORS 410, enacted in 1981 and committing to a statute that all older adults and individuals with disabilities live with independence, choice and dignity.
cial Predatory Insects” by Mary M. Gardiner, Ph.D. Gardiner’s emphasis is on providing gardeners with an understanding of the good bugs so when we come across them in our gardens, we won’t get squeamish and grab the Raid. Because these good bugs are only interested in eating the herbivores — the bad bugs — allowing them to live in our garden means we won’t have to rely on those deadly chemicals. Instead we can wait for nature to do its thing. With full-color photos (obtained with permission from the website, bugguide.net, hosted by the Department of Entomology at Iowa State University) gardeners can find information about the bugs they find and understand their purpose. As you might imagine, the book does tend on the scholarly side, at least I felt it did. Perhaps during the winter months when I’m not so busy, I will refer to those chapters. For the busy summer months, the quick reference is useful. I like Gardiner’s inclusion of plants — natives and cultivars — that will attract good bugs to the garden. Many are easy to find and grow, such as sweet alyssum and asters. This book will show you that creating a friendly environment for the critters is not difficult and is very rewarding. ■
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SB 21 called for three major objectives: to serve seniors and persons with disabilities in their own homes and community settings of their choosing; to support independence and choice while postponing/avoiding the entry of individuals into publicly funded long-term care; and to serve individuals equitably, in a culturally and linguistically responsive manner. “Oregon is proud of its system of long-term care,” McCormick says. “The American Association of Retired Persons ranked Oregon third overall nationally in its support services for older adults, family caregivers and people with disabilities. Oregon ranked number one in the country in supporting family caregivers.” ■
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Most accurate lab results best with fasting By ADRIANNA GARCIA PHLEBOTOMIST
Not every blood draw requires fasting, but when asked by a doctor to fast for blood sugar or blood cholesterol tests, for example, there are reasons. Fasting for a blood test means refraining from eating or drinking, except plain water and prescribed medications, for a minimum of eight hours (10 to 12 hours is preferable) before the draw. Fasting prevents nutrients from being absorbed into the blood stream and falsely impacting test results. A cup of black coffee? No. Gum? No. Flavored water or juice? No. Fasting means consuming zero calories and drinking just plain water. Here is why. Caffeine in coffee (even decaf) and other beverages
can temporarily raise blood sugar levels. Coffee beans are made up of almost 40 percent sugar, so with or without creamer, etc., sugar is entering the body. Caffeine also absorbs into the system very quickly and will lead to inaccurate readings. Sugar free gum, as well as sugar or non-sugar drinks, may have calories and stimulate the digestive system which may affect test results. For example, if you have a cup of orange juice with breakfast prior to your lab draw, you will test high in sugar. This is normal. However, results of high
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before us and carry on in spite of hardships and trauma. We must persevere. Surviving hearing loss is a challenge that must be faced every day. Circumstances change constantly. Sometimes you hear well and often you don’t. Many don’t understand and think you could hear if you wanted to. There are things you’d like to do and you find that the energy needed to accomplish them or to attend an event are just too overwhelming. You cannot quit. You must not quit. You must enter the arena every single day and face the challenges that are there. Hearing Loss OR has an answer to help you with your challenge. In 2000, it printed a survivor’s manual called “Facing the Challenge.” After three printings and 62,000 books distributed, the book has been updated and 25,000 more have been printed and are ready for distribution. If your organization would like us to speak about hearing loss, please contact a local chapter at hearinglossOR.org. We have chapters in Bend, Eugene, Salem, Portland, Roseburg and Albany. See an online newsletter or send an email to vngleone@comcast.net. ■
blood sugar when you have not eaten are not normal. Fasting helps your doctor interpret the results of the test accurately. In addition, smoking and strenuous exercise should be avoided before a lab draw. Exercise can raise cholesterol and also affects blood sugar. Smoking can raise “bad” cholesterol and blood insulin,
changing blood sugar levels. Since medical diagnosis and treatment are based on lab results, if you accidently disrupt your fast and eat/drink something besides water, talk with your doctor. Most likely you will need a “do over” on a different day to get accurate results.
Water is king Drinking water the day before a blood draw and during a fast makes the blood draw easier. Blood is about 50 percent water, so the more hydrated you are, the easier veins will be to locate. Other ways to prepare:
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Scheduling tip Most labs are open at 7 a.m. and a blood draw can take just minutes. If you plan for a healthy meal prior to your fasting time in the evening and then wake up and go directly to the lab, you will have achieved a successful fast. You can always bring a snack for after your draw. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or call the Salem Health Laboratory at 503-561-5390. ■ Adrianna Garcia, a Salem Health Laboratories phlebotomist, facilitates hundreds of blood draws for patients each week.
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dard. Most are seen as “not good enough.” Bitter after-taste: Sometime the opposite feelings pop up, for both genders. If the recent dates experienced seem like “losers” or otherwise hard to handle, these elder daters may find a need to gripe endlessly. They turn the date into a venting session. Caregiver stresses: When an older person has had intensive caregiver tasks and feels a sense of “burnout,” it can affect the readiness to date again. Energy levels may head south by the date’s halfway
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Having recently become a “recycled single” as a senior citizen myself, I began to cautiously take note of the elder dating scene. Along the way I informally interviewed both those I’ve dated and friends in general. Here are some of the tentative conclusions: Bereavement icons: Particularly with widows, they tend to lionize the mates they have lost and that becomes their yardstick for comparison. That can mean for being virtually unable to meet that stan-
point. Any thoughts of feeling overwhelmed can also intrude. Recurrent trauma: Childhood trauma can likewise resurface. Those who may have survived molestation or other acts of abuse before or during adolescence are vulnerable to recall those negative memories. In turn, they may muddy the waters and impair getting close. Rejection syndrome: If an older dating prospect runs the cycle of no second dates for a lengthy spell, rejection takes the helm and self-esteem often sinks This can lead to depres-
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June 25 Chintimini Chamber Music Festival, 3:30 and 7 p.m., Salem Public Library. 503-588-6052.
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Paint’n Party for seniors, 2 to 5 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $30. 503873-3093.
June 27 2015 Wine and Jazz Fest, 4 to 9 p.m., Historic Deepwood Estate, 1116 Mission St. SE, Salem. $15/$12 at Roth’s Fresh Market.
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Diabetes Day-2-Day, 3 p.m., Conference Room A, West Valley Hospital, Dallas. 503-585-1335. Shared Visions Support Group, 2 to 3:30 p.m., 680 State St., Suite 110, Salem. 503-581-4224 or info@blindskills.com.
June 28 Strawberry Social, noon to 4 p.m., Old Aurora Colony Museum, 15018 2nd St. NE, Aurora. $6-$10. Auroracolony.org or 503678-5754.
Battle Buddies, 1 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.
JULY (through July 5) Siletz Bay Music Festival, Salishan Spa and Golf Resort. Siletzbaymusic.org.
Dementia class, 2 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.
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Stayton Red Hat Strutters luncheon, noon, The Red Apple, 333 N. 2nd Ave. Betty Garrison, hostess, 503-859-4604. Dress patriotic.
Make a felted Christmas gift, 2 to 4 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $5. 503873-3093. An Introduction to Pacific Northwest Agroforestry Practices, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Willow Lake Wastewater Treatment Plant, 5915 Windsor Island Road N., Salem. 503-391-9927 or Brenda.sanchez@marionswcd.net.
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(through July 4) St. Paul Rodeo, with rodeo, food, entertainment. $16-$28. 800237-5920 or stpaulrodeo. com.
Gardening with Dale Small, 2 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.
New Visions Support Group, 2 to 3:30 p.m., 690 State St., Suite 110, Salem. 503-581-4224 or info@blindskills.com. (through Oct. 31) What is that?: Industry and Innovation, a temporary exhibition, 9 a.m. to noon on the hour Wednesday to Saturday, Deepwood Museum and Gardens, 1116 Mission St. SE, Salem. $4-$6. 503-363-1825. (through Aug. 22) Eating Salem: An Exhibit of Restaurant History, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem. $3-$6. 503-585-7012.
(through Aug. 27) Movies in the Garden, at dusk Thursdays, The Oregon Garden, Silverton. Oregongarden.org.
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Independence Day celebration, 9 a.m. to dusk, The Oregon Garden, Silverton. Live music, food, fireworks. $5-$11 before 6 p.m.; free after 6 p.m., but $5 suggested donation per family. Oregongarden.org or 503-874-8100. Gleneden Beach Fourth of July Celebration, Lincoln City, with fireworks display at dusk.
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Four Seasons Social and Recreation Club, with monthly meeting, social time, activity sign-up, 6 p.m., Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road NE, Salem. 503-884-2638.
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(also July 10, 21, 22) Paddle Trip at Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 6 to 8 p.m. Bring your own kayak. 541270-0610.
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Diabetes in Balance, “Diabetic Neuropathy,” 2 p.m., Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road NE, Salem. 503-585-1335.
Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. $4. 503-588-0748.
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Photo hiking at Agnes Creek Trail, 9 to 11 a.m. $20. 541-994-3405.
CCLR trip: Dave’s Killer Bread and Bob’s Red Mill, leaving at 9:30 a.m. $10.
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Make a special beaded bracelet, 11 a.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $10.
Diabetes Support Group, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 770 Chemeketa St. NE, Salem. 503-585-1335. (also July 25) Rummage Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Mary’s Parish-Shaw, 9168 Silver Falls Hwy. SE, Aumsville.
(also July 11) Christmas in July craft sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. 503-588-0748.
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(also July 11) Annual Park Wide Patio Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Salem Greene Estates, 4730 Auburn Road NE, Salem.
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Knitting 911 and making Christmas cards, 10 a.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.
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(through July 19) 66th Annual Salem Art Fair and Festival, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Bush’s Pasture Park, 600 Mission St. SE, Salem. $5/$10. SalemArt.org/art-fair.
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The Art in the Garden opening reception, 7 to 10 p.m., The Oregon Garden, Silverton. $15. 503874-8100. Willamette Valley Genealogical Society, “Publishing Your Family History,” 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Anderson Room A, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. 503-363-0880.
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(through Aug. 16) “Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical,” 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday, Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre, 191 High St. NE, Salem. $15/$20. EnlightenedTheatrics.org. Dog care for seniors, 2 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.
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Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the monthly birthdays on the third Friday of each month. Immediately following lunch on Friday, July 17 we will begin serving cake. If it is your birthday in July, be sure to come and have lunch, get a special birthday gift. Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun! Thank you Windsong Memory Care for sponsoring our Monthly Birthday Party.
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July 18 - 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Drop by and check out the great cars, raffles, live 50’s and 60’s music by our favorite band Dance Tonight. Of course the BBQ will be filled with yummy burgers ready for purchase. Come hungry and plan on ordering up a burger, potato salad, and chips all for $5 per person. Lemonade, popcorn, ice cream bars, and more will also be available for purchase. If you want to bring your fancy hot rod give us a call so we can reserve your free space at the event 503-588-6303. Special thank you to the Army National Guard for sponsoring this year’s cruise in. Drop by their booth during the event and thank them for the great day! ~ Marilyn Daily
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July Center 50+ Volunteer Opportunities Contact Karen Randall Volunteer Coordinator 503-588-6303. ✔ Boutique ✔ Respite ✔ Woodshop ✔ Computer Lab ✔ Volunteers needed for these special events: Cruise-In on July 18, 11-2 p.m. and Boot Scoot & Brew on September 25.
Nail Care at Center 50+ Licensed Nail Technician Stephanie McCoy provides hand and foot care at an affordable price. Treatments include a foot soak in warm water and toenail trim, file and nail polish if you like. If doing your own foot care is hard to do, this is the perfect option for you. Nail Care is offered every Monday 92 by appointment only. Cost: $22. Call 503-588-6303.
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The Tri-Cities Steel Band Association (TCSBA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in West Richland, Washington. They promote world music in the Mid-Columbia region through education and music performance. The two bands performing are OK2Botay and Baduku. OK2Botay, which means “okay to dance,” is the junior steel drum band for youth between the grades 6 and 12. ‘Baduku named for “small marimba”, cause the group is smaller and younger than the other association’s Mirimba band. Please join Center 50+ for this Steel Drum/Mirimba Concert and Breakfast to be held on Saturday June 27. The music concert is free and begins at 9 a.m., but all you can eat pancakes with eggs and sausage will be sold for $5 per person or a family of 5 for $20 from 8-10 a.m. All proceeds go to Center 50+ and help us meet our annual revenue goals. A special thank you to the Tri-Cities Steel Band Association for providing the entertainment free of charge. Mark your calendar and support your Center. Advance tickets are recommended and appreciated. Thank you.
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Center 50+ is so excited to be a part of the 2015 Relay for Life and celebrate those battling cancer as well as honor those who have lost the fight to cancer. If you don’t already belong to a Relay for life team you are formally invited to join the Center 50+ team. Relay for life will be held Saturday July 11th at Chemawa Indian School. If you are interested in participating with Center 50+ there a couple ways to get involved: 1. Sign up at the Center 50+ Fitness Center front desk and commit to walking 1 mile with the folks at Center 50+. The day of the relay we will meet at Chemawa Indian School and start our walk at 10 a.m. right after opening ceremonies. 2. Purchase a luminaria paperbag with a votive candle that will be illuminated after dark. Each luminaria can be personalized with a name, a drawing, or heart-felt message in honor of a friend or loved one who has been affected by cancer. Bags are available for purchase at the Fitness Center front desk for $5 each, all profits go to the American Cancer Society. We would love for you to join our team contact Kanoe Barth 503-588-6303 with questions.
Are you ready to push yourself to the next level? Join Certified Personal Trainer Alfred Aguinaldo in this exciting new fitness class at Center 50+. Circuit is a fun, high intensity, group workout that involves various total body exercises through a fast paced circuit training program guaranteed to leave you feeling AWESOME at the end of class. All levels are invited to join. Ongoing Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Cost: $6 drop in fee or 10 classes for $50, no experience necessary, all fitness levels are welcome. Your first class is complimentary.
Massage Therapy at Center 50+
Massage Therapist Heidi Bowles (LMT #18952) provides a wonderfully relaxing massage experience both through chair and table massages. In addition to the obvious benefits of stress reduction, massage also helps to increase circulation and joint mobility, enhance immunity and alleviate low back pain, and leaves you with an overall feeling of relief. Heidi also offers a new paraffin heat therapy, which has proven helpful for those with arthritis, strains, or joint stiffness. Heidi specializes in Swedish massage, deep tissue massage and relaxation massage. Heidi is available Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Cost: $1 per minute or $40 for an hour. Make an appointment today 503-588-6303.
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Adventure Club Are you tired of the same old workout routine? Exercising can be fun. Join Fit 50+ every Thursday for a new adventure. If you enjoy activities such as hiking, beach combing or nature walks with meditation and stretching this could be just what you need. Pre-registration is required for all activities so make sure to sign up in the fitness center. Prices will vary depending on the destination. Call the Health & Wellness Center for a list of destinations and pricing. Adventure Club runs May-October. The adventure starts now!
The Sewing Group
The Sewing Group meets on Thursday mornings from 8 to 11:30 a.m. We make items such as lap quilts and clothing protectors that we give to the community. We also sell a few items in the boutique at the Salem Center 50 + to make money to buy the batting for the quilts and other small items needed. We do minor mending for a donation. The volunteers vary from beginners to seasoned veterans in the sewing world. If you like to sew, or would like to know more about sewing, like to share ideas and like to be around people who enjoy sewing, come by and see us. We have the machines and fabric on sight. We are currently working on clothing protectors to go to Wilson House. We meet in the Arts & Crafts room on the 2nd floor in the NE corner of the Center. We do take donations of fabric for our projects.
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CENTER 50+ IS LOOKING FOR NEW INSTRUCTORS/PRESENTERS. Are you experienced with a certain skill, passion or study and interested in being a course presenter in the Life Long Learning program? If so, a unique teaching opportunity awaits you. Be part of the learning that can take place amongst friends that have a common bond and intellectual curiosity. Class presenters are needed for: history, art & crafts, political science, culinary, gardening, music, and film studies. If interested call Bonnie Katich, Lifelong Learning Coordinator at 503-588-6303 or email me at: bkatich@cityofsalem.net. Please help us avoid having to cancel classes due to low enrollment – come in to RSVP or call 503-588-6303. Payment due first day of class. ARTS AND ARTS & CRAFTS Carving duck decoys from wood the Oregon Decoy and Wildfowl Guild. The Guild is a group of individuals dedicated to promoting the traditional history of decoy making and its development as an art form. Participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Saturday, July 25, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Cost $3 per session plus any cost for wood. Woodshop Class- It’s time to play Cornhole! Our popular woodshop instructor, Bill Stortzum will help you build two regulation cornhole game boards. All skill levels are welcome. This is a popular game for all ages and being played by families everywhere. Be ready for summer camping and football tailgate parties. Two class dates to choose from: Saturday, July 11 or Aug. 8. Time: 8-3 p.m. Cost: $50, includes wood, nails, and other necessary materials. Deadline for July 11 class is Friday, June 26. Christmas in July “Make and Take” Card Class. Spend a summer day with us- thinking of the Christmas season to come! Sign up to make and take home, three handcrafted Christmas cards. Learn card making tips and tricks to make your own special cards using affordable materi-
als. Materials included in cost of class: blank card and envelope, patterned and solid paper, glue stick, embellishments, pop dots, stickers, colored pencils, ribbons. Supplies you bring: scissors, ruler, trash bag and pencils. No experience necessary. Class Date: Thursday, July 23. Time: 9-11 a.m. Class cost: $15. Payment due on day of class. Beginning Acrylics Painting – Gain new skills to express your creative side with instructor Linda Osburn. This class is for those that have little or no painting experience and teaches color mixing, brush strokes, and shading using one brush. Class Dates: Wednesdays, July 1st and 15th. Time: 1-3:30 p.m. Cost: $28 for each 2 & 1/2 hour lesson, addition cost for startup $10 supplies. RSVP space is limited. No payment required until day of class. Acrylic Painting Workshop – Palette Knife Technique. Participants will learn how to use the palette knife instead of a brush to apply paint to the canvas to create texture; how to layer paint to define light and shadow; and what kind of painting knives to use to achieve different results. Bring a sack lunch. Class date: Tuesday, July 21. Time: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Class cost: $38, (includes canvas). For those that do not have supplies it would be an additional $5. That would include the paint, palette, paper towels and a palette knife to use. PERSONAL ENRICHMENT ASHI CPR Certification and Basic Wilderness First Aid- with Instructor Carol Gleason. Wilderness first aid is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care of a physician and/or rapid transport is not readily available. In this wilderness first aid class, students will learn how to assess, treat and, when possible, prevent medical and traumatic emergencies within the scope of their training. Students will receive an ASHI CPR Certification. Carol has over 20 years experience as a first aid and CPR Instructor for the National Ski Patrol and American Heart
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Association CPR Instructor at Kaiser Permanente. This is a two day course. Cost: $50. This course is being offered Tues/Thurs. July 21 & 23. 12:30–4:30 p.m. Pet CPR/First Aid with Carol Gleason. Carol Gleason received her training at the Lake Tahoe WOOF Dog Search and Rescue Conference. This is a one- day 4-hour course. CPR will be taught using dog and cat manikins and first aid instruction will cover topics such as; how to assess an animal in a wilderness hiking emergency, how to muzzle your dog safely and how to make a first aid kit. Cost: $15. This class is being offered on Thursday, July 9, 12:30–4:30 p.m. HISTORY “The Star-Spangled Banner- A Personal Encounter” by Charlene Robbins. Charlene Robbins presents a program about a special music manuscript that found its way to her family. She talks about her discoveries surrounding its history and the coincidences that came to light as she delved into the manuscript’s past. Tuesday, June 30, 10-11:30 a.m. $5 class fee. Arm Chair Travel Class - “Take a Trip to the Four Corner States of Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico” by Glenn Mitchell. Learn about this vast area of pristine wilderness, majestic canyons, high mountain meadows, dry deserts, flatlands and blue skies of the land of the Navajo people. Date: Tuesday, July 14. Time: 10–11:30 a.m. Class cost $5.
SAVE-THE-DATE
for these special seminars ■ Thursday, July 9, 1 p.m.: Atrio, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance ■ Tuesday, July 14, 10 a.m.: Kaiser Permanente ■ Thursday, July 16, 1 p.m.: Regence, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance
Applicants must be at least 62 years of age with an annual net income below $20,050 for one person or $22,900 for two people.
Tour available. Stop by or call
503-363-9640
For an application, call or write
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It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Young!
Community Services
Time With Friends: Check Us Out!
Individuals with early memory loss who are looking for fun experiences, socializing, education and involvement in the community are encouraged to stop by any Thursday to discover the benefits of Time With Friends. The program provides resources and support for individuals with early memory loss in a positive and mentally stimulating environment. The program meets every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes lunch, discussions, mentally stimulating activities, exercise and music. Please call the Respite Coordinator at 503-588-6303 for more information. Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Howell Edwards Doerksen, Senior Helpers, and Visiting Angels.
JUTTA HOWARD is Volunteer of the Month for July
Summer Survival at Among Friends
Among Friends members are enjoying warm summer days with friends and participating in meaningful and fun activities. Summer also brings hot temperatures, which can be especially dangerous for individuals with dementia. Some summer safety tips for caregivers to consider are: (1) Limit your loved one’s exposure to the sun and apply sunscreen, (2) Hydrate; offer water often. People with dementia can simply forget to drink or may be unable to recognize or communicate thirst. Fruit bars are another great way to keep cool! Hot weather also makes people perspire more and increases the risk for dehydration, (3) Wear light weight clothing and a hat. Older adults are more vulnerable to the heat, (4) Enroll your loved one in the Medic Alert/Safe Return program. Extreme summer temperatures and longer daylight hours can put your loved one at greater risk for wandering and becoming lost. Caregivers, please remember to practice good self care and make time for yourself every week. The Among Friends Respite Program provides a great opportunity for socializing and enrichment for people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., participants are served a nutritious lunch, socialize with their peers, and participate in activities such as exercise, reminiscing, art & crafts, and music therapy while their caregivers receive a five hour break. For more information, call the Respite Coordinator at 503-588-6303. Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Howell Edwards Doerksen, Senior Helpers, and Visiting Angels.
Living Well with Diabetes
Getting what you want out of life while juggling diabetes, depression, or chronic pain can be tough. Willamette Valley Health Authority’s six week series “Living Well with Diabetes” can provide the support you need to better manage your diabetes and set goals so you’re able to enjoy your activities. A summer series will begin Tuesdays, July 21-August 11 from 9:30 a.m-12 p.m. The classes are offered at no cost, class size is limited and registration is required. Please call Jennifer Lund, WVP Living Healthy Coordinator, at 503-587-5129 to register.
Gluten-Free Living
One of the most difficult tasks with being gluten free for those who have medical issues with gluten is finding allowable foods and knowing your local resources. That’s where Center 50+ comes in. Center 50+ is hosting a group titled “Living Gluten Free” this group will meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1-2 p.m. Each month will feature new speakers such as local chefs, bakers, manufacturers, nutritionists, grocers and anyone else in the gluten-free industry who can make your life easier. You will also learn some new tricks on making your meals more palatable and fool-proof. No registration is required and the cost is FREE. So whether you are eating gluten free by choice or medical reasons come and learn what local resources are available to you. Take a look at upcoming speakers for our future meetings: July 15th Speaker: Victor Panuchki - Statesman Journal, presentation, cooking demo and free samples. August 19th Speaker: Debra Edwards- Owner of Cascade Bakery presentation and free samples.
It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Smart! TECH 50+
EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS! We are now offering early registration for computer classes. Tech50+ will be having early registration open for our fall sessions this summer. Along with early registration we have an email promotion going on, send an email to connect50plus@cityofsalem.net at you will receive a coupon for $5 off any Tech50+ computer class. COMPUTER UPGRADE FUNDRAISER - Tech50+ is also engaged in raising funds to upgrade all of our computers. We currently have a financial donor willing to match donations up to $500. If you are able to help this is a great way to double the impact of your Tax deductable donation. To donate please request a donation envelope, fill out the information on the outside, place your donation in the envelope and drop it in the Tech50+ donation box. CLASS HIGHLIGHTS - Some of our newer classes include: Craigslist, Ebay & PayPal; Word; Excel; and the return of our Computer Learning Cohort. Student from the first cohort enjoyed getting to work with the same group, on the same day, at the same time for the entire academic year. The classes took the students from the very beginning of learning to use a computer all the way to learning to use the most popular Office products. Remember to get your discount coupon by emailing connect50plus@cityofsalem.net before register. Thank you to Atrio Health Plans for supporting Tech50+ in serving our seniors.
What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness. ~John Steinbeck
Jutta has been volunteering with Center 50+ for a little over a year. She has been and continues to be active in the Fitness Center and decided she enjoyed the Center so much she wanted to volunteer. Jutta is very personable and a quick learner, so Center 50+ found several places to utilize her great abilities. Jutta is on a regular shift in the Boutique and volunteers in the Dining Room on Fridays. She also has helped with special events, office work, and instructed classes in Holiday Culinary and Gift Wrap. Jutta also volunteers at the Dept. of Justice and Friends of Felines. Jutta says she was brought up to share and help those less fortunate. She feels volunteering fulfills this and also it is a great way to meet people, fun and rewarding, and makes her feel happy. To date, Jutta has a happy and full filling life. She has lived in four countries and three continents. She has three grown children and two grandchildren and one on the way. She has family spread throughout the United States, Canada, and Germany. She has had several careers: International Shipping, Apartment Manager, and Community College Instructor in Management & Marketing. Few know that Jutta saw Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip at Ascot. Also her favorite secret indulgence is eating heavy whipping cream with lots of sugar on dark crusty bread. Jutta, you are a special volunteer and we are so happy to recognize you as Volunteer of the Month at Center 50+.
TRIPS AHOY! Tuesday, July 14: Chinese & Japanese Gardens, cost $60 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, and admissions). Saturday, Aug 1: Guide Dogs for the Blind, $46 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, and lunch at Calamity Jane’s). Wednesday, Sept 9: Dahlia Fields and Fir Point Farms, cost $27.50 Wednesday, Sept 23: Sternwheeler on the Columbia River, cost $130 (includes, transportation, driver gratuity, 5-hour boat trip and 2 meals). Thursday, Oct 15: Indian Head Casino, Warm Springs, OR, cost $12 non-refundable and no credits. (includes transportation and driver gratuity). YOU ARE INVITED to the presentation on Thursday, June 25, 10 a.m. on the New York, Niagara Falls & Washington DC trip scheduled for Sept 13-20, 2016. Light refreshments, door prizes, and giveaways. Trip Desk is open Mondays & Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
GIGANTIC RUMMAGE SALE! THURS-SAT • JUNE 18-20 9 am-7 pm Thurs & Fri • Sat 9 am-3 pm First Baptist Church 395 Marion Street, Downtown, Salem WE’LL HAVE: Antiques • Knick-knacks • Dishes • Clothes Cookware • Craft Supplies • Jewelry • Bikes Radios & TVs • Lawnmowers • Garden Tools
OVER 1,000S OF ITEMS & MUCH MORE!
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CENTER 50+ CALENDAR ✫ JULY 2015
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NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • JULY 2015
2615 Portland Road NE, Salem, OR 97301 • 503-588-6303
ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS Monday
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8:30 am Woodshop 8:30 am Lapidary 8:30 am Jewelry 8:30 am Pool/Billiards 9:00 am Pine Needle Baskets 9:00 am Flexibility & Functional Movement 9:00 am Silversmithing/ Jewelry Workshop 9:15 am Yoga 10:00 am SilverSneakers 11:30 am Lunch 3:00 pm Living Strong & Younger 5:30 pm Total Body Circuit
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Woodshop Lapidary Ladies Pool/Billiards Karate Line Dancing - Int. History Discussion Group SilverSneakers Yoga Respite Care Tone Your Bones Lunch Tai Chi level 1 Tai Chi level 2 Line Dancing - Beg. Table Tennis
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Wednesday 7:00 am Sunrise Rotary 8:30 am Woodshop 8:30 am Lapidary 8:30 am Pool/ Billiards 9:00 am Woodcarving Class 9:00 am SHIBA (by appt) 9:00 am Flexibility & Functional Movement 9:15 am Yoga 10:00 am SilverSneakers 11:00 am Respite Care 11:30 am Lunch 1:00 pm Writing Life Story 5:30 pm Total Body Circuit
Thursday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:45 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 3:00 pm
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Woodshop Lapidary Pool/Billiards Sewing Line Dancing - Int. Karate SilverSneakers Yoga Line Dancing - Beg. Tone Your Bones Time With Friends Lunch Tai Chi level 1 Bingo Ladies Pool/Billiards Tai Chi level 2 Living Stronger/Younger Table Tennis
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Woodshop Lapidary Pool/Billiards Watercolor Studio Yoga PACE Respite Care Lunch Cards/Games Woodcarving
Lapidary Pool/Billiards
HOW TO GET MORE INFORMATION ● Call for your newcomers packet 503-588-6303 ● Tune in to KBZY Radio 1490 AM, Fridays at 8:10 a.m. ● Visit our Web site at: www.cityofsalem/Center 50+ ● Stop by the Center for a tour ● You may pick up a FREE copy of the NW Boomer & Senior News at Center 50+ or at many local merchants.
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Love is to the heart what the summer is to the farmer’s year — it brings to harvest all the loveliest flowers of the soul. ~Author Unknown
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5 Home to Share SHARED HOUSING IN PRIVATE home locted NE Portland near 205 Bridge. Private bedroom, bathroom. Shared kitchen, upper living room, dining room, upper deck. Lower laundry room, designated days. Enjoy outside lower deck & yard with water feature. References required. No pets. 503-2514936, leave message.
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HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS for senior citizens 62 or older, disabled and/or handicapped, available at this time. We are committed to providing equal housing opportunities. All utilities paid. Surfwood Manor, 4545 SW Hwy 101, Lincoln City, 541996-3477. HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS for senior citizens 62 or older, disabled and/or handicapped, available at this time. We are committed to providing equal housing opportunities. All utilities paid. Briarwood Manor, 643 Manbrin, Keizer, OR 97303, 541-928-2545.
LINCOLN CITY OCEAN FRONT, fantastic view, fireplace, TV/ VCR/DVD, 2 bdrms, kit/dishwasher, no smoking, no pets. HUD SUBSIDIZED UNVery comfortable. ITS for senior citizens 503-843-3157. Email: 62 or older, disabled holton@macnet.com. and/or handicapped, available at this time. LINCOLN CITY OC-EAN We are committed to VIEW. Historic Wecoproviding equal housma neighborhood. 3 ing opportunities. All blocks to beach, 2bdutilities paid. Glenwood rms/queen beds, 2ba. Manor, 1687 NW DivisFully equipped kitchen. ion St., Corvallis. 541DISH TV/VCR/DVD. No 753-3408. smo-king. Pets, maybe, with deposit. Email HUD SUBSIDIZED UNdehamer7848@msn.ITS for senior citizens com for rates & pic62 or older, disabled tures or call 503-399and/or handicapped, 7848. available at this time. We are committed to Units for Rent providing equal housing opportunities. All HUD SUBISDIZED APutilities paid. Millwood ARTMENTS for senior Manor, 2550 14th Ave citizens, 62 or older. SE, Albany. 541-928We offer spacious one 2545. bedroom apartments with private balconies, Help Wanted on-site laundry facility, community room & a EARN UP TO $50,000 a courtyard with a nice year, plus benefits, if Koi pond. All in the you know how to sell heart of downtown Euadvertising, for Northgene! Call 541-343west Boomer & Senior 0433 for more informaNews, located in Keizer. tion! Lawrence Court We have an immediate Apart-ments provides opening for a full time equal housing opportuAdvertising Representnities. Emerald Propative with our Metro, erty Management, 541(Multnomah, Washing741-4676.
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29 Miscellaneous 4 SEASONS 4 FUN SOCIAL CLUB. Monthly meeting 6:00 p.m., Monday, July 6. Center 50+, 2615 Portland Rd NE, Salem, Oregon. 4seaso ns4fun@comcast.net, www.4seasons4fun.co m. Visitors Welcome!!
“American Classics also!” 503-538-8096
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ALL INCLUSIVE LIVING $1850/mo
LOVING PET CARE! 55+ (background 50+ years’ experience. & credit check) Large, stress free, All Utilities, clean home. Fenced 3 meals per day, yard. Day or long term. Transportation, References. 661-242Activities & 1912. http://www.youAmenities tube.com/watch?v=jtzV No Scheduled Meal CASH FOR OLD TOYS, p3AF8W8. Times pre 1970. Sport & nonCall Angela for sport gum or cigarette Nice Yard Landscape cards, model kits; old more info @ For Sale mowing, trimming, toys, comic books, old 503-932-4667 edging, barkdust, etc. ALUMINUM PATIO scrap books, old car CALL NOW UMBRELLA, adjust- or??? Private collector. 503-390-4421 able tilt, base, stand. 503-644-7947. Linens, dishes, electric burner, string lights, 30+ YEARS TRUSTED, Quiet, Secluded, 55+ real fishnetting, patio RELIABLE ANTIQUES Candalaria Plaza Apts & Bungalows lights, paver blocks. BUYER. Always BUY1 & 2 Bedrooms available ING: old photos, post541-344-8082. cards, costume jewelPrivate patios • Pet friendly Cemetery Plots ry, most anything On-site laundry • Close to all shopping antique or vintage. Water/sewer/garbage Paid Please call 503-422PREMIUM VIEW LOT Rents starting at $550 at Belcrest. Asking 8478. For preview call Diana: $2800, OBO. Original part of cemetery. 503- CASH FOR GOOD 503-991-9192 CONDITION reloading 871-3380. equipment & supNow available at Western Village plies. 541-905-5453. Wanted CASH for DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Help those in need. Paying up to $30 per box. Free pickup! Call Sharon, 503-679-3605.
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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS WANTED. Portland Music Co. always buying! Reputable since 1927. Free appraisals. 531 SE M.L.K. Blvd. Ask for Doug. 503-226-3719. BASEBALL & SPORTS MEMORABILIA wanted. Buying old cards, pennants, autographs, photographs, tickets, programs, Pacific Coast League, etc. Alan, 503-481-0719.
PART TIME HELP NEEDED selling & displaying tools. A fun job working with tools & people. Contact Salem Tools at 503-399-7444. OLD SPORTS CARS WANTED: 1948-1972. Garden & Yard Alfa, Austin Healey, Care Ferrari, Jaguar, Mercedes, MG, Porsche. LACE LEAF PRUNER, highly skilled, experi- NOTICE: Oregon state law (ORS requires anyone who conenced. Call Victor at 701) tracts for construction work to be with the Construction Laramie Lace Leaf. licensed Contractors Board. An active licHave tools-will travel. ense means the contrctor is bonded and insured. Verify the contrac503-579-6338. Senior tor’s CCB license through the CCB Consumer Website www.hirali prices. censedcontractor.com or call 503-
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EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowlingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The Toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.
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