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Chef Steve Morton works to end hunger

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Steve Morton is head kitchen director at Marion-Polk Food Share, where he not only directs a Meals on Wheels program, but has created a “better veggie burger,” (below right) the sales of which will enable the food share to purchase more food for the needy. By MARY OWEN BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS

Cooking for one this Thanksgiving? “I’d roast a Cornish game hen,” says Steve Morton, Marion-Polk Food Share’s chef. “Petite turkey under glass.” And for leftovers, Morton’s favorite is his mom’s turkey noodle soup with “big, thick homemade egg noodles.” Second place goes to a grilled turkey sandwich with Gruyere cheese and avocado, he adds. “I butter the outside crust and press it into Parmesan with parsley,” says Morton, who has more than 40 years of experience in the food

industry. “It makes the crust so yummy.” Morton says he inherited his love of cooking from his mother and grandmother. “Both were really wonderful cooks,” he says. “I’ve waited tables, bartended, and even was a janitor for a while, but I always liked to cook.” Although he has worked at a variety of restaurants, Morton’s first chef job was at Alessandro’s in the mid-‘80s. He also spent a year teaching in the culinary arts program at Chemeketa Community College, and then opened Morton’s Bistro. In 2011, Morton closed his trendy West Salem

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restaurant and began his second career as kitchen director for MPFS and its subsidiary, Meals on Wheels. He oversees the operations of MPFSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residential and commercial kitchens as well as the Meals on Wheels kitchen at Center 50+. Mortonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest project is developing a recipe for a tasty vegetablebased protein patty, or what he calls an â&#x20AC;&#x153;every manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patty.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The burger is basically lentils, flax seed meal, and brown rice with quinoa and oats,â&#x20AC;? Morton says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has proven to be the most arduous recipe weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever undertaken â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the most rewarding.â&#x20AC;? Of the mixture, he adds, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like making a giant batch of chocolate chip cookies.â&#x20AC;? According to the Food Share, the first yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production goal of 600,000 patties will enable MPFS to deliver a viable protein source to over 100 partner agencies in Marion and Polk counties. After two years of research and development by Morton and MPFS staff, production of the Better Veggie Burger will open midwinter at Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility in Salem. As part of his job, Morton oversees the Food Shareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community kitchen, which began operations in late December 2010. With the input of numerous community partners and priority one federal funding administered by the city of Salem, plus grants from U.S. Bank and Spirit Mountain Community Fund, the community kitchen gives MPFS the opportunity to address nutritional insecurity and self-sustainability

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Chef Steve Morton sets up a machine that allows him to make burger patties at an astonishing rate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like making a giant batch of chocolate chip cookies,â&#x20AC;? he says. one-on-one, according to the Food Share. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are lots of ideas coming through here,â&#x20AC;? Morton says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sometimes we get mystery ingredients and have to make something of them. Maybe a school will ask us what to do with all the donated acorn squash.â&#x20AC;? When not inventing new recipes, Morton leads a team of young people, ages 16 to 24, in a vocational training program that, he says, prepares them to succeed in their careers and in life. The Career Achievement Network, or

NET, is a partnership of the Salem Chamber of Commerce, Incite Inc. (formerly Job Growers), and local businesses and organizations like MPFS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to intercept kids who havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t figured out a direction,â&#x20AC;? says Morton of MPFSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 10-week course. To keep up with the youth, and long hours on the job, Morton turns to yoga, massage therapy, exercising through martial arts, and other means of keeping healthy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cooking is very athletic,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have to stay in shape. And you

canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t indulge too much in your product or youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll gain weight.â&#x20AC;? Being a chef also means keeping your ego in check, he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Either people will love what you create or hate it,â&#x20AC;? he adds. Morton loves contributing to the education â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and confidence â&#x20AC;&#x201C; of his sous chefs, several of whom he says have gone on to open their own restaurants. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a really strong team right now,â&#x20AC;? he says of his eight co-workers. To motivate his staff, Morton takes a back seat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You may not know that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m the chef if you walk into my kitchen,â&#x20AC;? he says. Of teamwork, he adds, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It really comes down to respecting one another and developing relationships that last. I find happy cooks make great food.â&#x20AC;? Heather McPherson, marketing and communications manager with MPFS, calls Morton â&#x20AC;&#x153;a culinary treasure.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Food Share is extremely grateful to have Steve in our kitchen,â&#x20AC;? McPherson says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is the culinary heart of the Food Share.â&#x20AC;? In his spare time, Morton likes to fly fish and tie â&#x20AC;&#x153;beautiful steelhead flies, almost as beautiful as the silver lightning bolted fish that lurk just beyond the reach of our ever-questing cast.â&#x20AC;? Morton also loves to travel with his wife, Annie, â&#x20AC;&#x153;searching for that next perfect symmetry of wine and food, and sharing the dream of the end to hunger.â&#x20AC;? The Mortons have three children: Kyle, 30, a musician who also works in food service; Paige, 27, who recently married and is a peer mentor at the University of Oregon; and Benjamin, 24, who works for Airbnb. â&#x2013;

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Whether you are being rushed to the hospital or attending a routine doctor’s appointment, the realization that you are suddenly dealing with a serious illness can be overwhelming. The immediate need for additional tests and procedures — being poked, prodded and scanned (all meaningful endeavors in the successful diagnosis and treatment of an illness) — can lead to added stress and anxiety for the patient and their loved ones. Knowing how to prepare for these challenges will help reduce the emotional roller coaster ahead. It is important to remind yourself that you are always empowered to be an active participant in your treatment and care. Once in the hospital, the surroundings may seem unfamiliar and you may not feel like yourself, but your input matters and is crucial in guiding the care team overseeing your care. Your questions about your condition, treatment options and outcomes are important

information and should be shared with the team providing your care. Questions can arise at any time. It might be helpful to keep a notebook handy to jot them down so you will have them ready the next time your physician or nurse comes to your room. The physician, specialists, nurses, and care managers should take the time to listen to your concerns and answer your questions to provide information about treatment options and outcomes. The answers you receive need to make sense and need to be communicated in a language you comprehend. Medical professionals sometimes easily fall into the use of technical language that can be difficult for patients to understand. If what you are being told doesn’t make sense, ask them to explain it a different way to make it clearer. Having an advanced directive prepared before it is needed is always a good practice, but it’s not too late to create one if you suddenly find yourself already in the hospital. Ask the nurse or

care manager to contact the office that can assist you with the creation of a plan to guide your loved ones in decision making on your behalf in the event that becomes necessary. Make sure the staff understands who you would like to be your representative, should you not be able to make decisions for yourself, at any time due to the progression of your illness. This should be some-

one you feel understands your desires and wishes regarding treatment, as well as end of life issues. A hospital that practices compassionate care will respond to your needs with an empathic ear. The patient advocate is there for patients when they either don’t understand what their rights are as patients, or when they feel that their desires and decisions are not being heard.

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“The rate is lower in Oregon because we’ve had healthier people and provide better health care (than some other states),” Emerson says. “In other states, for example, a knee replacement surgery would cost four times more because of the rate structure.” SHIBA provides counseling to Medicare enrollees or those who might want to change their plan during open enrollment. Volunteers review plans, but can’t make recommendations. They frequently make presentations around the state, and can meet with individuals by appointment. “In Marion/Polk counties, SHIBA gets calls from people who are new or aging into Medicare,” Emerson says, “who might say that their doctor won’t keep them on once they go on Medicare, or saying that they didn’t have a doctor who will accept Medicare. It’s pretty rare, but it does happen.” Jason Stubbs, an independent insurance agent in Eugene specializing in Medicare, says one of the biggest issues he sees is for those who are already on Medicare trying to find a new doctor when they move, or keeping up with the changes in their current plan. “It’s hard finding a new doctor,” he says. “It’s a challenge because, in order to reestablish care, they find that many doctors aren’t accepting new Medicare patients.” Many who already are established with a doctor, then enroll in Medicare, find that their doctor will keep

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Getting coverage Oregon has one of the highest rates of Medicare Advantage plan enrollment at 45 percent, “which is pretty high,” Emerson says. “We’re close to Florida, and Oregon is second or third in the nation. That’s a good indicator of the economic climate in the medical world about why quite a few people are taking Medicare Advantage.” She says population density makes a big difference in controlling rates for medical services, with rural areas being harder hit because there are fewer choices for medical care. “The losses of the few are covered by the many,” she says. “The number of people who are insured in the pool has an effect.” A person who lives in Wasco or Umatilla counties will have fewer options than someone who lives in Marion or Multnomah counties, she adds.

Shelly Dement of Shelly D Insurance in Cottage Grove says because Lane County offers so many insurance plans, it really benefits her clients. “We’re fortunate to have good competition with Medicare Advantage options, which equals very attractive coverage,” she says. She recommends finding a good doctor before enrolling in Medicare, and once you do, take advantage of the preventive care. “Every single plan out there has good preventive care benefits,” Dement says. “They do it to take care of the small things before they become big things. Even Original Medicare now covers a full wellness exam each year. So there’s no reason not to do it.” To help with the frustrations that might come with finding a provider or figuring out which Medicare plan is best (“It’s rare that someone calls and says, ‘This is easy.’”) Emerson recommends calling providers and asking which plans they do accept. “They usually have a billing manager who’s in a position to know these things,” she says. “When someone talks to SHIBA for counseling, we always recommend talking to providers about what insurance they are currently accepting so we can do an informed comparison.” She also suggests looking at clinics that have various types of physicians — MD, DO, NP and PA. “Sometimes

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it’s a way into a clinic by being willing to see the nurse practitioner, but knowing that the clinic has some oversight if the care needed to be elevated.” Emerson says it’s important to pay attention to your mail because insurance companies make changes in their level of coverage. “It’s a message we can’t stress enough,” she says. “There are certain required notices that (the federal government) regulates by certain dates, such as the annual ‘notice of change’ letter. It has to go out in early October, as would a termination letter. If a clinic wants to leave (the plan), they need to let you know, and you need to act on it.” She also recommends reviewing your drug plan as they change yearly, from the formularies to the co-payments to even whether a specific drug will be included on the plan. “It’s great to do a checkup every year,” she says. And don’t feel bad about meeting with a SHIBA counselor or calling the 800-number to ask a question. “We get a lot of sentiment, a lot from those who feel they are an intelligent person but are having a difficult time comprehending all the things to think about,” Emerson says. “They have so much mail coming at them, and too many choices. There are timing issues and concerns unique to their situation. It can be overwhelming to people, and we can help

interpret it.” Stubbs says he contacts all of his clients at least twice a year, on their birthdays and at the end of the year, “just to talk to them about the changes that are happening,” he says. “Are they OK with those changes or do they want to change plans?” While Medicare supplement and Medigap plans never change, the premiums can and do change. Medicare Advantage and the Part D prescription plans change every year, Stubbs says. One plan had a premium that went from zero to nearly $50 a month, he says. “Your insurance companies might not be contacting their clients, so you are left to find out on your own what those changes are.” Dement believes that insurance companies want to stay competitive while working with an ever-decreasing budget, so the plans won’t change too much. However, with so many more people entering into the healthcare system, insurance premiums are going to rise next year – by at least 38 percent. “I’ve been in this business for almost 23 years, and you’ll see that lower premium ‘cloud’ float over this plan or that one,” she says. “Now, there’s no corner of good, low rates. I just can’t make it happen. Companies are trying to get more creative to account for the rate increase, but it will be painful.” ■

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More than just a dog rescue

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Dr. Arlene Brooks, shown here holding Pixie Klein, started the Last Chance Club in 2006, in response to a humane society dog with a broken leg.

Two local women are caring for dogs that other rescues can’t

Savin’ Juice’s latest rescue, a pregnant pit bull, was confiscated from a neglect case in California. “Pregnant in a shelter is a death sentence unless rescue can be found,” says Brandy McCarty, a member of the Savin’ Juice team. “There is no money to raise puppies in shelters. She has had her puppies and is safe in a temporary foster home until transport can get her and her pups here.” The need for medical rescues remains high, and Graham works diligently with her team to provide care. Brandy McCarty loves pit bulls and is the rescue’s mange specialist. A wife and mom to three young children, McCarty fosters many of the pit bulls, Graham says. “Carissa Vela, also a pittie advocate and wife and mother of two young boys, does our applications and fosters for us,” Graham adds. “We are always looking for quality

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Two local women with a heart for dogs are taking “rescue” to a whole new level. Bonnie Graham, a former Hopes Haven rescue worker, and Arlene Brooks, a veterinarian with Homestead Veterinary Clinic, help canines who have medical needs beyond the care capabilities of local rescue agencies. On her five-acre property in Salem, Graham and four others run Savin’ Juice Medical Rescue, partnering with rescues and veterinarians to help dogs that otherwise go without needed medical treatment, many of whom face euthanasia. “We took Juice on, and his eyes were so painful, they had to be removed,” Graham said. “He was faced with euthanasia at the shelter. Now he has his own family who adopted him as soon as he was ready, so Savin’ Juice was born.”

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families to help us help the doggies.” Savin’ Juice provides all veterinary care, flea medications, crates and food for the foster dogs, according to website information. A silent partner, Jessica Hildebrant cares for the rescue’s puppies. “She loves to bottle feed and nurture them until they are adopted,” Graham says. The newest member is Samantha Hansen, a young wife and mother who handles the adopt-a-pet listings and the rescue’s Facebook page. “Our dream is to help many more dogs like Juice, who face euthanasia because of costly medical needs,” Graham says. “We are small but mighty. Our motto is ‘one dog at a time.’” Brooks has been helping dogs with medical needs since 1993, assisting in more than 400 animal cruelty investigations with the Willamette Humane Society and providing free veterinary care for over 80 dogs and cats marked for euthanasia through 1998. In 2006, Brooks started HVC’s The Last Chance Club in response to Samuel Silbernagel, a humane society dog

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Bonnie Graham (right), a former rescue worker, shown here with her granddaughter Madison Steffen, runs Savin’ Juice Medical Rescue on her Salem property.

who had been “in rescue” with a broken front leg that was never treated. “Seeing his plight, I contacted the humane society and offered low-to-no-cost medical and surgical care for animals with major physical problems,” Brooks says. Of her Turner clinic, she adds, “HVC is unique in that it is

rescue oriented. It provides care, especially costly surgical or dental care, for free or at low ‘rescue cost’ to groups.” Savin’ Juice was one of 14 rescue groups to receive assistance from HVC, and Hopes Haven was provided free veterinary care for more than 200 of its 304 cases from 2008 through 2014, according

to Brooks. From 2006 to 2010, The Last Chance Club helped more than 200 animals for the Willamette Humane Society and expanded to help private rescues, Marion County Dog Control and some private owner-owned animals, she says. “Most of these animals faced death without medical help,” she says. “To date, HVC Last Chance Club has provided medical and surgical aid for almost 1,100 animals at an estimated $500,000 of donations of commercial service.” Challenges and highlights of providing care combine for Brooks in that she is able to do the more difficult and complicated surgeries that she enjoys, she says. “For patients that are facing death just because they need vet care is expensive in today’s world,” Brooks says. “It’s a community service for the last 10 years, help for dogs in major need.” For Brooks, the bottom line is she has been doing the kind of vet medicine that matters. “Care for dogs who will die without it,” says Brooks, whose husband, Richard, helps out. For her efforts, Brooks was awarded the Willamette Hum-

ane Society’s Veterinarian of the Year award in 1994 and Humanitarian award in 2009. Brooks advises pet owners to keep their pets safe by identifying them with a collar, tags, microchip, or even “a Sharpie marker once a month with a phone number on their belly.” Providing a safe yard, keeping dogs on leash when outside, being up to date on vaccines, feeding dogs good food, and taking care of their oral health goes a long way to keeping canines healthy and safe, she advises. Both Savin’ Juice and The Last Chance Club accept donations, and more information can be found on their Facebook pages or websites. Although not a nonprofit, Graham says Savin’ Juice uses “every last dime donated” for the dogs. A link to donate through PayPal and a wish list for items needed are available at savinjuice.org. An adoption event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 at Keizer Station Petco. Donation information to sponsor rescues through The Last Chance Club can be found at lastchanceclub.org. Donations cover supplies, medications, surgeries, insurance, utilities and other actual operating costs. ■

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Bulbs go beyond daffodils, tulips

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By GRACE PETERSON

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Let’s face it, gardening can be kind of depressing this time of year. There is a lot of cleaning up to do and not very many blossoms to enjoy. Skies are generally gray and the ground is probably saturated with recent rains. Only diehard gardeners with a vision for next year’s garden are willing to ignore the drizzle and brave the elements to tend to their beloved landscapes. My somewhat futile attempts to tidy the November garden are fueled by my vision for next year’s beauty. One of the ways to counter the drudgery of that cleanup is to sprinkle in a few fun projects, like planting bulbs. There are the usual suspects — tulips, daffodil, hyacinth and crocus — all special in their own way. Last year I got serious about

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This flower, Dichelostemma, is native to the Northwest and is known by several common names.

researching a plant I’d seen growing in a field for years, usually around mid-May. Sprinkled throughout indigenous grass, thin stems jutted upward to about three feet topped with pretty, medium lavender flower clusters. Ex-

quisitely beautiful in their simplicity, I had to know what they were. I learned that there are several common names for Dichelostemma congesta, a bulb native to the Pacific Northwest — field cluster-lily, fork-toothed ookow, congested snake lily, to name a few. And I was pleasantly surprised to see that several online bulb companies have it for sale and it’s not expensive. I also learned that this bulb has two cousins of equal allure. Dichelostemma congesta “Pink Diamond” and Dichelostemma ida-maia — a red and white version of “Pink Diamond.” In May, the stately, towering spikes of foxtail lily (Eremurus ssp.) are a sight to behold in a garden that can accommodate them. Their roots require lots of room, and my small garden isn’t suitable. So instead I’m comforting myself with flowering onions (Allium ssp.)

which don’t require nearly as much root space. If you go online and search “allium flowers” you’ll be amazed at the selection available to home gardeners. They come in large, medium and small, and can bloom from spring through summer. And they’re all honeybee-magnets. I found a cute rock garden variety called “curly chives” or Allium spirale. It blooms in mid- to late-summer on short gray stems, perfect for the rock garden or container. On the flip side, the huge orbs on “tumbleweed onion” or Allium schubertii are as big as a basketball and hold their shape even after the mid-spring flowers fade. Among the worthy allium garden contenders is a plant with several botanical monikers. I’ll go with Nectaros-cordum siculum here. The flowers are different from its many allium cousins with a

bevy of one-inch burgundy, cream, and green bells hanging downward on three foot tall stems. Nicknamed Sicilian honey lily, Mediterranean bells, I was surprised last spring when I saw hummingbirds boldly raise the bells upward with their beaks to sip the sweet nectar. There are a few things to remember when planting bulbs, the most important being good drainage. Bulbs planted in water-logged soil will turn to mush. One way to test for good drainage is to pour water into the hole. If it doesn’t drain away quickly, it probably won’t be a good spot for bulbs. You can add compost, grit and create a raised bed to improve drainage or plant your bulbs in pots with fresh potting soil and drainage holes in the bottom. And let the foliage die naturally to nourish the bulb for future flowers. ■

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$0 per day, days 1-20 In network: $10/day (days $50 per day (days 21-100) 1-100); Out of network:$50/day (days 1-100)

Includes Part D coverage

network:$30/day (days 1-10), $50/day (days 11-25), $0/day (days 26-100)

Includes Part D coverage

Integrated Part D drug benefit No deductible No deductible, No deductible, No deductible, Generic: $5 preferred/ Preferred generics: $4, Preferred generics: $10, Preferred generics: $6, Non-preferred generics: $10 non-preferred; Brand Non-preferred generics: Non-preferred generics: $20, Preferred brand: $45, $15, Preferred brand: $40, $10, Preferred brand: $35, $45 preferred/$90 nonNon-preferred brand: $95, Non-preferred brand: $85, Non-preferred brand: $75, preferred; Specialty: 33%; Vaccines: no charge; Specialty drugs: 33%, Specialty drugs: 33%, Specialty drugs: 33%, Generic & vaccines Part D vaccines: $0 Part D vaccines: $0 Part D vaccines: $0 covered thru the gap

$0 copay per day, days 1-100

Integrated Part D drug benefit No deductible Generic: $5 preferred/ $10 non-preferred; Brand $45 preferred/$90 nonpreferred; Specialty: 33%; Vaccines: no charge; Generic & vaccines covered thru the gap

Vision

Medical vision only

$35 copay annual exam in/out of network; $100 hardware allowance every 2 yrs.

In network: $15 copay annual exam; Out of network: $30 copay; $150 hardware allowance every 2 yrs.

Routine eye exam: $35 Routine eye exam: $25 copay. See “Other Details” copay. See “Other Details”

Hearing Exams & Hearing Aids

Medicare covered only

Routine hearing exams $35 Routine hearing exams $25 copay. Hearing aid not cov- copay. Hearing aid not covered. See “Other Details” ered. See “Other Details”

In network: 20%; Out of network: 30%

$35 copay in/out of network

In network: $15 copay; Out of network: 30% copay

$30 copay per visit

$20 copay per visit

15,250 (All plans)

18,000+

32,000+

Mental Health Therapy Members

Advantage Plus - Dental, Advantage Plus - Dental, No medical deductible, Preventive dental benefit extra eyewear, and hearing extra eyewear, and hearing aid package for $43 per aid package for $43 per of $0 copay & max month. month. benefit $500/yr. Routine Podiatry $15 Silver & Fit® fitness Email your doctor’s office in-network/$25 out of program which includes and order prescription network & $500 max no-cost membership to refills on-line. benefit. Health club dues participating local health reimbursement clubs. of $500/yr. Email your doctor’s office and order prescription refills on-line. Outside service area benefit

Other Details

$185 medical deductible, does not apply to innetwork OV or Diabetic supplies, or ER or UC. Max out of pocket $3,400/$5,100.

$50 medical deductible, $295medical deductible, does not apply to indoes not apply to innetwork OV or Diabetic network OV or Diabetic supplies, or ER or UC. supplies, or ER or UC. Max out of pocket Max out of pocket $3,400/$5,100.. $3,400/$5,100. Preventive dental $35 reimbursement of $250/yr. copay & max benefit Health club reimburse$500/yr; Health club dues ment of $250/yr. reimbursement of $500/yr.

Service Areas

Marion & Polk counties.

Oregon counties: Benton*, Oregon counties: Benton*, Linn*, Clackamas, Columbia, Linn*, Clackamas, Columbia, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Washington, Yamhill. Washington, Yamhill. Washington counties: Lewis*, Washington counties: Lewis*, Wahkiakum*, Clark, Cowlitz Wahkiakum*, Clark, Cowlitz * partial county * partial county www.kp.org/medicare www.kp.org/medicare www.ATRIOHP.com www.ATRIOHP.com www.ATRIOHP.com Members: 1-877-221-8221 Members: 1-877-221-8221 1-877-672-8620 1-877-672-8620 1-877-672-8620 Non-Members: 1-866-935-0449 Non-Members: 1-866-935-0449 (TTY: 711) TTY/TDD: 1-800-325-0778 TTY/TDD: 1-800-325-0778 TTY/TDD: 1-800-325-0778 (TTY: 711)

Website & other Phone Numbers

www.ATRIOHP.com 1-877-672-8620 TTY/TDD: 1-800-325-0778

Marion & Polk counties.

Retain this chart for future reference. Prices and terms are subject to change. Be sure to contact your provider or prospective provider for complete coverage details and possible updated information. Chart information is current as of Oct. 12, 2015.

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Medicare Plan Guide Here’s what some major providers have to offer. For more detailed information, contact each company directly. Colonial Penn Medicare Supplement Plan F 503-363-6100

Colonial Penn Medicare Supplement Plan G 503-363-6100

Colonial Penn Medicare Supplement Plan N 503-363-6100

Starting at $161.24

Starting at $119.18

Starting at $80.13, varies

Any that accept Medicare

Per Doctor Visit

Subject to deductible, up to $20 copay

Routine Physical Exams

Emergency Care, USA/Foreign

Up to $50 copay, waived if admitted

Hospitalization

Choice of Hospitals

Subject to participating network facilities

Ambulance

Subject to deductible

Skilled Nursing Care

Prescription Drug Plan

N/A

Prescription Drug Copay, Deductible

N/A

Vision

N/A

Hearing Exams & Hearing Aids

N/A

Mental Health Therapy

Open for enrollment*

Monthly Premium

Choice of Doctors

Members Other Details

Service Areas

Website & other Phone Numbers

*May be subject to under- $147 annual deductible for $147 annual deductible for all non-hospital services. all non-hospital services. writing. Amount is subject to Amount is subject to change due to Medicare change due to Medicare Regs. Regs. *May be subject to under- *May be subject to underwriting. writing.

Varies by zip code and/or county

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book review

“The Water Knife” by Paolo Bacigalupi Published 2015 by Alfred A. Knopf

Sometimes science fiction can come closer to real life than might be expected. “The Water Knife,” by award-winning author Paolo Bacigalupi, is a case in point. Taking off from the current conditions of “climate change, and dust storms and fires and droughts” in the American Southwest, Bacigalupi spins a yarn set in the not-too-distant future where lack of water is so dire that the worst of human nature collides with survival needs of an increasingly uprooted population. With as many twists and turns as a meandering stream bed, the main plot revolves around a rumored water rights document that is senior to all others, and hence carries with it vast financial implications. In a land where those who control increasingly scarce water resources control life itself, chaos and the rule of law vie for the upper hand. As the book opens, smart but ruthless Catherine Case, the powerful boss of the Southern Nevada Water Authority — home base Las Vegas — has dispatched her evil but canny enforcer, Angel Velasquez, her “water knife,” to destroy the water supply processing system for a California city. Her reasoning: The rights to water for that city are in legal question, and the issue is to be decided by a judge the next day. So before a ruling can be made against her, Case has her troops, including the state’s national guard, swoop in by helicopter. With Velasquez in charge, the plant is evacuated and destroyed, leaving the city’s population with no water supply, only what can be brought in. That is how things are done. Then there is Phoenix, where Velasquez next goes and where much of the book’s plot about the mysterious water rights document unfolds. Here is a city that, from both lack of water and from environmental degradation, is in the throes of dying. Well, almost, for there are the haves, and the have-nots. For the former, the massive self-contained, high-rise “archologies” that have arisen in several cities, including Phoenix and Las Vegas, allow people to prosper “inside triple-filter apartments” with “clean air, perfectly recycled water, their own farms, everything they needed to live …” One of these massive self-contained ghettos for the rich built, of course, by the Chinese, is felt to exist “as if it were entirely removed from the dust and smoke and collapse of the greater city beyond.” For the less fortunate living in the city, it is a life of scrambling asylum seekers and survivors in a world with tightly rationed water, devastating heat, smoke from massive fires, and imaginative hustlers. It is “…that odd mix of broken souls, bleeding hearts and predators who occupied the shattered places of the world. Human spackle, filling in the cracks of disaster.” In the midst of the real-life mass migrations of refugees from Africa and Asia who are fleeing toward Europe, along with finding a number of dead among those supposedly heading to a better life, it is difficult not to draw real-life conclusions from this fictional account, which, for example, has large numbers of bodies found in the desert near Phoenix. These are the bodies of those who paid others to supposedly lead them to a place with water and with life. They are “piled corpses who had tried to buy their way north to places with water and jobs and hope.” One reason for this forced migration: “Everyone had to leave because they weren’t going to be trucking in water anymore.” A main source of the author’s factual basis for the “Water Knife” is a real-life non-fiction book that has an ironic role in this work of fiction. The book, “Cadillac Desert,” written in 1986, is about land development and water policy in the West. One reviewer summed up “Cadillac Desert” this way: “The book’s main conclusion is that development-driven policies, formed when settling the West was the country’s main concern, are having serious long-term negative effects on the environment and water quantity.” Bacigalupi acknowledges help from a number of other sources knowledgeable about the water situation in the Southwest. The author of “The Water Knife” is no stranger to spinning possible outcomes from current issues. In an earlier work, “The Windup Girl,” Bacigalupi tackled a fictional scenario of what can happen when genetically modified food becomes the norm, and the huge companies that control the modified seeds also essentially can control the world. While both books are bleak in their stringing out scenarios of potential futures, in the “Water Knife,” as the plot unfolds, a drop or two of optimism leaks out. As one of the characters puts it, “America may be broken, but it still exists.” Reviewed by DAVID R. NEWMAN

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Hearts & Hands Holiday Craft Art & Craft Fair

NOVEMBER 3, 10:30 A.M. Donuts with Director Daily, SCAC and Friends – FREE NOVEMBER 5, 5-7 P.M. Aviation History Happy Hour –FREE Music, Food, Artwork by Tony Mula on display

Center 50+ Speed Dating 60+ Event • Friday, Nov. 13, 5-7 p.m. Meet a new friend or companion at Center 50+ Senior Center’s very first speed dating event for older adults. Speed Dating is a fun, lively way to meet like-minded singles one-on-one and without commitment. Whether you’re seeking a companion or a soulmate, here’s your chance to get to know a variety of interesting people in a series of five-minute chats. Registration sheets are available at Center 50+ or call 503-588-6303.

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Center 50+ meets the legal requirement set forth by the Motion Picture Industry. As a licensed organization the senior center has permission from the Motion Picture Licensing Corporation (MPLC) to provide public showings of movies/videos.

November Birthday Party!

NOVEMBER 10, 10-11:30 A.M. Naval Aviation in WWI Presentation Veteran’s Day Luncheon – FREE for Veterans, lunch and music, 11:30 a.m. NOVEMBER 13, 10:30 Veteran’s Benefit Talk NOVEMBER 20, 2 P.M. Favorite Turkey Leftover Recipe Class – FREE please RSVP NOVEMBER 25, 11:30 A.M. Thanksgiving Luncheon – music, cost $5 Month of Thanks is sponsored by ATRIO Health Plans Veteran’s Day Luncheon and Veteran’s Benefit Talk is sponsored by Howell-Edwards-Doerksen with Rigdon-Ransom Funeral Directors

Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the monthly birthdays on the third Friday of each month. Immediately following lunch on Friday, Nov. 20 we will begin serving cake. If it is your birthday in November, 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.

Community Services

Reasons to Protect Your Family Enjoy a complementary class on Pre-Planning on Nov. 23, at 11 a.m. Receive helpful information to protect yourself and family. Discover how to set up a plan using four simple steps while enjoying a free meal. Everyone in attendance will receive a free Personal Planning Guide. Seating is limited please RSVP to 503-581-8451. Presented by Belcrest Memorial Park & Howell Edwards Doerksen Funeral Home.

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NOVEMBER CLOSURES

Center 50+ will be closed the below dates: Wednesday, Nov. 11 Veteran’s Day Thursday – Sunday, Nov. 26-29 Thanksgiving

Center 50+ encourages you to come visit our wonderful facility anytime. Call for hours and to learn more about any of the events/programs in this UPDATE, 503-588-6303.

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Month of Thanks at Center 50+

Center 50+ provides a movie and popcorn the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. Is there a movie you’ve wanted to see? We take movie requests! Movies will be shown at 1:15 p.m. Center 50+ will be closed the 2nd Wednesday of November in honor of Veteran’s Day. Classic Movie Day – Wednesday, Nov. 25: Miracle on 34th Street. All movies are subject to change, check with Center 50+ front desk on Tuesday before movie for movie title. Thanks to our sponsor: Atrio Health Plan

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It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Fit!

Featured Fitness Class for November: Total Body Circuit

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+. Total Body 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.

First Aide/CPR Certification Class

Center 50+ is excited to offer CPR and First Aide Certification classes at an affordable price. Certified by the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) CPR Instructor Carol Gleason has over 20 years of experience. The ASHI certification class is designed for those who have little or no medical training. The ASHI Heart saver CPR/AED/First Aide teaches skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until the Emergency Medical Team arrives. In this class you will learn to recognize, respond to and

treat a variety of first aid emergencies, perform CPR and use an AED in a cardiac arrest situation. You will also receive your First Aide/CPR certification card when you complete the class. The next available class is Wednesday, Nov. 18, 1-5 p.m. Seats are limited, make sure to call 503-588-6303 or come by the Center and reserve your spot today. Cost: $30.

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.

Back by Popular Demand - Irish Dance Class

Working out has never been so fun. Irish dance is a dance style that originated in Ireland and was made world famous by Riverdance. This exciting class focuses on improving balance and strength with the benefits of a great cardio workout. Join Experienced Dance Instructor Amelia Douglas and begin training your body and your brain today. All levels are invited to join. No equipment necessary just wear comfortable shoes. Ongoing Tuesdays 2:303:30 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.

Nail Care at Center 50+

Licensed Nail Technician Stephanie McCoy provides hand and foot care at an affordable price. Treatments begin with a foot soak in warm water, followed by a toe nail trim, file and nail polish if you would like to bring your own polish. If you have a hard time doing your own foot care, this is the perfect option for you, enjoy stress free happy feet. Nail Care is offered every Monday 9-2 by appointment only. Cost: $22 call to make your appointment today 503-588-6303.

Massage Therapy at Center 50+

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Arts and Arts and Crafts Art Appreciation - New Life Long Learning Classes Coming. Come visit with new art instructor, Seth Snyder, and share your art appreciation class interests and topic suggestions. Seth has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Florida Atlantic University and has taught art classes in the Salem/Keizer schools. Your input will help create the classes that interest you! Class Date: Tuesday, Dec. 1. Class time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. First class meeting is FREE. 1 + 1 = 2... but this is ART! with Instructor Seth Snyder. Art is what you make it, but it’s made by using elements and principles. In this class artists will come to have a deeper understanding of the making of art to further enhance their appreciation of art. We will examine the elements and principles of design as the basis for the creation of a work of art. Through discussion, critique, and hands-on projects, artists will be immersed in the creative process. By examining various art movements and artists we will discuss the evolution of visual art and how changing times and ideas fueled some of the greatest masterpieces. You will cease to look at the world and begin to see it! Join us in the world of art! Good things! (First two art appreciation class dates: Tuesdays: Jan. 12 & 26. Class time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Class fee: $5.) 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, Nov. 21, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Cost $3 per session plus any cost for wood. NEW – Evening Woodcarving conducted by

Personal Enrichment Culinary Class – Elevate Your Holiday Party Favorites with Rachel Hanson, Nutritional Health Coach at Natural Grocers. Take your foods to a healthier level. You’ll feel good knowing just how nutritious they are and how easy they are to prepare. There’s no need to search for completely new recipes or eat unfamiliar food. You can keep your favorite foods – just upgrade them! We’ll show you how. Class date: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2-5 p.m. Class fee: $7. Introduction to Hypnosis - Skip Albright. Offered again by popular demand. In this one-

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hour lecture, attendees will be familiarized with the process and procedures of Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy, as well as the benefits of selfhypnosis. In an explanation of the “Mind Model” attendees will learn the role of the conscious and subconscious mind in contributing to and eliminating undesirable manifestations such as stress, poor sleep, lack of confidence and chronic pain to name a few, and how hypnosis can significantly improve these manifestations. This introduction class is recommended before taking the 3-Hour Self Hypnosis Session that will be offered in January. Thursday, Nov. 5, 10–11 a.m. Class fees: $5 per person. Around the Garden with Marion County Master Gardeners. This month the instructor will focus on Plants A to Z - Suited to Oregon Unusual Plants for Food and Fun. What vegetables and flowers work best in the Willamette Valley? Some new varieties. Class date: Tuesday, Nov. 3, 1- 2:30 p.m. Class fee: $7. “Staying Healthy Through the Holidays and Beyond” with Karen Debra Messer. Karen has appeared on TV and radio many times as an advocate for vegetarian and vegan food choices. She has been a vegetarian for over 45 years. Karen will discuss current food production and why and how to cut down/cut out meat, dairy and sugar. While explaining where and how to shop for good food and cooking for yourself and a family, Karen will recommend resources for food, recipes and other information. Protein possibilities, egg substitutes, combining foods, baking will be included. Eat healthier with more taste and nutrition. And stay healthier through the holidays and beyond them. Bring all your food questions. Class date: Monday, Nov. 9, 10-11:30 a.m. Class fee: $3. Shrivel Me Timbers! With Tonya Johnson, OSU Extension Service - Marion County. Join us to learn safe strategies for drying fruits and vegetables, fun recipes to share with family/friends,

Dave Disselbrett. This ongoing class will offer carvers the chance to work on existing projects or do a scheduled project, or carvers choice. Starting Nov 2 every Monday, 6:45-8:45 p.m. Cost $5 per class. Intermediate Pencil Art with Hal Mathew. Intermediate drawing will allow students to pursue specific interests such as portraiture, landscape, cartooning, art journal, still life, and so forth. This class will also focus on other drawing tools, such as pen, brush and charcoal. Classes are on-going-Mondays, 1—3 p.m. Cost: 4 classes/$24. Beginning Acrylic Painting with Linda Osburn. This class is for those with no painting experience! You will take home a finished piece of art- after each class. Nov. 5 & 19. Individual Class Cost: $28. Add $10 for supplies. Intermediate Acrylic Painting with Linda Osburn. This intermediate class teaches color mixing, brush strokes and shading using one brush. Nov. 4 & 18. Individual Class Cost: $28. Add $10 for supplies Bob Ross “Joy of Painting” Workshop. You can learn to paint! Bob Ross certified instructor, Janet Sanders, believes that with Bob’s fantastic techniques and some dedicated practice, masterpieces that you never dreamed possible will flow from your brush! Class dates: Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. and Tuesday, Nov. 17, 12:30 p.m. Cost: $35 + 15 supply fee.

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Massage Therapist Heidi Bowles (LMT #18952)

LEARNING, continued on next page FEATURING DAY TOURS! Overnight, Extended and Custom Tours

Awesome Autumn Fun!

Day Tour • Wed, Nov. 4 • Seeing Nature • $89 pp

Space still open for “Seeing Nature” at the Portland Art Museum featuring landscape masterworks - Monet, van Gogh, Klimt and more. Lunch included at Oregon Culinary. Call now for space availability!

QUEST TOURS & TREKS wishes everyone a

Happy Thanksgiving ◆

Come with Us and Share the Adventure! ◆ For Reservations or Information:

503-588-9230 ◆ 866-588-9230 ◆ www.QuestTreks.com P.O. Box 3936, Salem, OR 97302

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Community Services

KATIE McGAUGHEY

NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • NOVEMBER 2015

Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: “Help is Here: When someone you love has dementia” “Help is Here: When someone you love has dementia” was written to help every family caregiver by offering practical, realistic support to them. Come, listen, and learn as Anne P. Hill who authored “Help is Here” with Portland Geriatrician Dr. Marian O. Hodges, gives practical information based on her own experience as a family caregiver. This free seminar is presented on Monday, Nov. 16, 2-4 p.m. at 2615 Portland Road NE, Salem, in partnership with Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program, Time With Friends Program and NorthWest Senior & Disability Services. Please call 503-588-6303 to register..

Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: “Is it Alzheimer’s? Other dementia” Join us Wednesday evening, Nov. 18, 6-8 p.m. at 2615 Portland Road NE, Salem, for information about Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementia. Topics covered include: risk factors, how a diagnosis is made, stages and symptoms, and current treatments. This free educational seminar is for unpaid family caregivers caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia and those interested in learning more about dementia. Presentation by Mary K. Miller, ARNP BC CWCN. Presented in partnership with Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program, Time With Friends Program and NorthWest Senior & Disability Services. Please call (503) 588-6303 to register. 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.

Among Friends: “Thank You Family Caregivers!”

“Thank you” to all the special caregivers who take care of family members and loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease. In addition to celebrating Thanksgiving this month, November is also National Caregiver Month and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Caring for a loved takes a devastating toll on caregivers. Nearly 60 percent of Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers rate the emotional stress of caregiving as high or very high; about 40 percent suffer from depression. Due to the physical and emotional toll of caregiving, Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers had $9.7 billion in additional health care costs of their own in 2014. Caregivers often put their own self-care on hold while taking great care of their loved ones. The Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program offers a caring, supportive, and safe environment for individuals with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease, while caregivers receive a much needed five-hour break from their caregiving responsibilities. Daily activities include socializing with friends, a nutritious lunch, mind stimulating activities, exercise, art and music therapy. Program days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 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.

is Volunteer of the Month for November

At Center 50+ we are thankful for Katie McGaughey. She has been volunteering at the old and current Center for a total of 29 years. She remembers the Festival of Trees held years ago at the former Center. It was beautiful and the auction of the decorated trees brought so many donations to the Center much of which went to the Respite Program. is so Katie involved at Center 50+. She is a Greeter/Receptionist at the front desk, a member of SCAC (Senior Center Advisory Committee), a member of the Events and Boutique Committee, member of the Friends of the Center Board, and is eager to volunteer at many of the Events at Center 50+. Outside of her time at the Center, Katie loves spending time with her family. She has three sons and two daughters, seven grandchildren, and three great-granddaughters. Katie was born in Baltimore, Maryland and went on to become the Administrative Secretary for the Superintendents of the Education Service in Wasco County. Something you should ask Katie about is how she met her husband, Jack, the love of her life, and a Marine. It involved a funeral, a train, and her brother, also a Marine. In Katie’s words, “Volunteering is in my blood and don’t plan on stopping for a long, long time. Love the people I meet.” You are a beloved lady and Center 50+ is Thankful for you. Congratulations.

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to learn safe strategies for drying fruits and vegetables, fun recipes to share with family/friends, and the science behind drying foods. Class participants will have the opportunity to try their hand at preparing foods for drying, and to sample a few dried foods. Class date: Tuesday, Nov. 17, 1-2 p.m. Class fee: $10. Living Food for Your Health - Sprouting seeds, nuts & grains with Joan Manuel. A hands-on class demonstration. It’s easy, nutritious with more than100 times more enzymes needed for digestion. Sprouts are inexpensive, easy to grow and the ultimate locally-grown food. It’s like having a mini garden in the house year around. You will leave with a seed sprouting kit, complete with instructions and seeds. Class date: Thursday, Nov. 12, 1:30–3 p.m. Class cost: $8 for class. $2 for supplies. Recipe Class for Sprouted Beans and Seeds with Joan Manuel. Demonstrations that will teach you how to use sprouts and seeds in countless ways, including in your favorite recipes. Make easy soups, salads, puddings and even grain free pancakes. You will go home with healthy recipes for the upcoming winter months

and yes, there will be some taste testing. Class date: Tuesday, Nov. 24, 1:30 -3 p.m. Class cost: $8. Setting Your Table for the Holidays. Instructor Karen Bolliger. Do you have a group coming for dinner during the holiday season? Come see some holiday table setting samples and create a place card for your table. It should be as attractive as your guests! Presented by an instructor who shows in the Oregon State Fair. Class date: Monday, Nov. 30, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Class fee: $5. Gift Wrapping for the Holidays. The gift giving and gift wrapping season is upon us! Come to the 50 + Center and learn techniques to streamline and enhance your gift wrapping. Bring supplies and gifts and we can wrap together! Some wrapping materials will be provided. Class date: Wednesday, Dec. 9, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Class fee: $5. History Oregon History: The Discovery, Development, and Growth of our state. Don’t miss the final class of this series on Friday, Nov. 13. Darrell Jabin, who regularly provides presentations throughout the state, is creating a three part class

specifically for Center 50+ about the discovery, development, and growth of Oregon. Class date: Friday, Nov. 13, 9–10 a.m. Class fee: $5. Naval Aviation in World War I. Instructor Doug Kroll. Aviation during the First World War is relatively well known…even in popular culture. Partly due to Charles Schultz and his Peanuts comic strip that also inspired a popular Christmas song in the late ‘60s. However, Naval Aviation is much less well-known. Learn about the early days of aviation in the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard and how they all “came of age” during this war. Class date: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 10–11:30 a.m. Free. Held in auditorium before Veteran’s Luncheon. The U.S. Coast Guard in World War II. Instructor Doug Kroll. Learn about the heroic and vital part played in bringing about ultimate victory for the United States and its allies. Coast Guardsman captured at Corregidor, and Coast Guardsmen defending Greenland and Atlantic convoys and landing troops on D-Day. Also included will be the Coast Guard on the Home Front, including here in Oregon. Class date: Tuesday, Nov. 17, 10–11 a.m. Class fee: $5.

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

For more things to do in November, see the Calendar of Events on p. 10.

503-363-9640

For an application, call or write

Providence Place

3524 Fisher Rd. NE, Salem, OR 97305 info@rhf.org

ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS n NOVEMBER 2015

NOVEMBER 2015 • www.nwboomerandseniornews.com

Tuesday

Monday 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 11:00 SilverSneakers Circuit 11:30 am Lunch 5:30 pm Total Body Circuit

8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:30 pm 2:30 pm 6:30 pm

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. Irish Danc Table Tennis

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Wednesday

Thursday

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 SilverSneakers Circuit 11:00 am Respite Care 11:30 am Lunch 1:00 pm Writing Life Story 5:30 pm Total Body Circuit

Club Meetings in November

Mon, Nov 2: Four Seasons, 6-8 p.m. Wed, Nov 4: Sewing Guild, 1-4 p.m. Wed, Nov 4, 18, & 25: Sunrise Rotary, 7-8 a.m. Thurs, Nov 5: WAMS, 6:30-9 p.m. Grow & Show 7-9 p.m. Fri, Nov 6 & 20: Spanish Club, 2-4 p.m. Tues, Nov 10: Union 575, 7:30-9 p.m. Angler’s Club, 6:30-9 p.m. Book Club, 1:30–3 p.m Thurs, Nov 12: Garden Club Board, 7-9 p.m. Woodturners, 6-9 p.m. Lapidary Club, 9-11 a.m. Tues, Nov 17: Garden Club 7-9 p.m. Thurs, Nov 19: Capitol Arrangers Sat, Nov 21: Iris Society, 11:30 a.m. Mon, Nov 23: Fuchsia Club, 7-9 p.m. Tues, Nov 24: Woodcarvers, 7-9 p.m.

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 6:30 pm

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 Table Tennis

Friday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:15 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 1:00 pm 1:00 pm

Woodshop Lapidary Pool/Billiards Watercolor Studio Yoga Respite Care Lunch Cards/Games Woodcarving

8:30 am Lapidary GET MORE 8:30HOW am TO Pool/Billiards

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.

● NOVEMBER LUNCH MENU ●

Monday 2: Cheese Ravioli Tuesday 3: Chicken Stir-Fry Wednesday 4: Herb Roast Chicken Thursday 5: Salisbury Steak Friday 6: Baked Fish or Chicken Monday 9: Chicken Casserole Tuesday 10: Ham or Turkey Wednesday 11: CLOSED - Veteran’s Day Thursday 12: Chili Con Carne Friday 13: Chicken Enchilada Monday 16: Beef Ravioli

Tuesday 17: Roasted Pork or Chicken Wednesday 18: Italian Strata Thursday 19: Chicken Pazole Friday 20: Baked Fish or Chicken Monday 23: Sesame Beef Tuesday 24: Herb Crusted Chicken Wednesday 25: Ham or Turkey Thursday 26: CLOSED - Thanksgiving Friday 27: CLOSED Monday 30: Cheese Ravioli Menu subject to Change

DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM

TRIPS AHOY!

Dec. 5: Singing Christmas Tree, Cost $87 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, and admission). Full – taking waiting list. Dec. 13-15: Leavenworth Bavarian Village, Cost: $469 double. (includes transportation, lodging at the Enzian Inn with two buffet breakfasts and a catered German buffet dinner, concert, and sleigh ride). Full - taking waiting list. Sunday, Feb. 14: The Tenors at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, cost $99 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, and admission). MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE 2016 TRAVEL FAIR – Saturday, Jan. 9; 12:15 p.m. Travel News will be available with next year’s trips. Presentations on 2016 extended trips, coffee, and cookies. NEW EXTENDED TRIP FOR 2016 Trains, Wineries & Treasures of Northern California: April 17-25, 9 days, 12 meals. Mackinac Island featuring The Grand Hotel: June 11-18, 8 days, 10 meals. New York, Niagara Falls & Washington DC, Sept. 13-20. Netherlands, Belgium & Paris featuring Historic Bruges: Sept. 19-29, 11 days, 14 meals. Highlights of Canyonlands: Oct. 3-11, 9 days from Las Vegas to Las Vegas. Trip Desk is open Mondays & Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

SAVE-THE-DATE

Driver Safety Program is a two-session class sponsored by AARP to improve your driving skills. Upon completion of this course, your auto insurance premium may be reduced. Call the Center 50+ at 503-588-6303 to register. * Nov. 12 & 15, 1 p.m. * Dec. 9 & 12, 1 p.m. * Jan. 11 & 14, 1 p.m.

SAVE THIS DATE! 4th Annual “Art Among Friends” Art Show

Please join us for our 4th Annual “Art Among Friends” Art Show on Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 4-6 p.m. at Center 50+. Artists are Members of Among Friends Respite and Time With Friends programs. Entertainment and light refreshments. Call 503-588-6303 for more information.

Tech 50+

Tech 50+ continues to have our core computing classes for seniors. They are paced for those new to computers or with limited experience wanting to learn more. Classes are set to start again the week of Nov. 2-7. Registration is going on now come in and find a class that is right for you!

Volunteer Opportunities

for these special seminars

Monday, Nov 2, 10 a.m. Atrio Wednesday, Nov 4, 10 a.m. United Health Care Thursday, Nov 5, 1 p.m. Atrio Friday, Nov 6, 9 a.m. Regence, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Monday, Nov 9, 10 a.m. Atrio Tuesday, Nov 10, 10 a.m. Kaiser Permanente Friday, Nov 13, 1 p.m. Atrio Monday, Nov 16, 10 a.m. Atrio Monday, Nov 16, 10 a.m. United Health Care Thurs., Nov 19, 10 a.m. Regence, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Thurs.., Nov 19, 1 p.m. Atrio, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Friday, Nov 20, 1 p.m. Atrio Tues., Nov 24 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. HealthNet, sponsored by Ed Clark Insurance Monday, Nov 30, 10 a.m. United Health Care

Tech 50+ is looking for volunteer instructors to teach a variety of classes. Teaching opportunities include some of the classes the that we have had in the past such as computer basics, windows basics, internet basics, word, etc… to classes like facebook, skpe, and other programs/internet based apps. If you would like to teach some of these or have an idea for a class that we could develop come by Tech 50+ and speak our Computer Lab Coordinator, Alvin Scott, or email at ascott@cityofsalem.net. If you are looking for something to do and enjoy interacting with others we are also looking for volunteers to assist with daily lab functions. Computer experience is a plus but not necessary. We are looking for positive, people with good communication skills and ability to complete tasks as assigned. Tech 50+ is thankful for the contributions of Atrio Health Plans.

Inclement Weather Policy

In times of inclement weather or hazardous road conditions turn your radio to 1490 KBZY AM Radio or get on Center 50+ Facebook to find out closure or delayed opening of Center 50+. Even if the Center does open people need to use their own judgment before going out into the weather.

He who has a why to live can bear almost any how. ~ Friedrich Nietzsche

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NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • NOVEMBER 2015

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