Generations fall 2014

GENERATIONS A Quarterly Publication of

Cascades West Senior & Disability Services, Local Senior Centers, and RSVP

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Recipe!

Question of the Quarter

A New Column!

Aunt Sadie

October • November • December 2014

What’s Inside?

• Dear Aunt Sadie • Question of the Quarter • Healthcare Highlight • Sweet Potato Brownies Recipe A PUBLICATION OF THE NEWS-TIMES

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INDEX

Question of the Quarter....................................................... 2 Volunteers Needed...............................................................3 Healthcare Highlight - Hospital Humor a “Bulletproof Vest”.......3 Puzzles..............................................................................5 Phantom of the Library........................................................6 Recipe - Sweet Potato Brownies..............................................7 Generation Series Generates WW 2 Programs .........................7 Dear Aunt Sadie..................................................................9 Puzzle Answers...................................................................9 Center for Health Education in Newport................................10 King & Queen of Lincoln County Fair...................................10 Senior Citizens Day........................................................... 11 Evidence-Based Programs, What are they?............................ 11 Women’s Basketball in Philomath has history.........................12 Winter is Coming - Be Prepared...........................................13 Blueberries in Siletz...........................................................13 Comics............................................................................15

Generations A Quarterly Publication of

Cascades West Senior & Disability Services, Local Senior Centers, and RSVP Scott Bond, Senior & Disability Services: www.ocwcog.org 541-812-6008 Mary K. Fitzmorris, Senior & Disability Services: www.ocwcog.org 541-574-3762 Lincoln County RSVP: www.rsvpoflincolncounty.org 541-574-2684 Peggy O’Callaghan, Newport Senior Center: www.newportoregon.gov/sc 541-265-9617

203 N Main Street Toledo, OR 97391 For more information

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Question of the Quarter

Generations is starting a new feature that we hope our readers will enjoy. Each quarter there will be a question posed in Generations and we would like you to submit your answer to this question. Several answers will be selected (depending on size) and published in the next quarter’s edition of Generations. If you would like to submit questions to be used in future issues, please do so.

To submit your answers and questions, either email: mfitzmor@ocwcog.org and put “Generations Question of the Quarter” in the subject line or mail to: Mary K Fitzmorris, Senior & Disability Services, 203 N. Main St., Toledo, OR 97391.

This quarter’s question is: “How did you make your first dollar?”

ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Connection Need help but don’t know who to call? Looking for information but don’t know where to find it? Concerned about your parents, grandparents, sibling, neighbor but unsure what programs are available to help? Senior and Disability Services in Lincoln, Linn and Benton County has a fully functioning Aging & Disability Resource Connection call center available to take your call Monday through Friday, from 9 am – 11:45 am and 1 pm – 4:45 pm. Your call will be answered live by a friendly voice that can assist you in getting answers to your questions.

This is a free service that offers the public a single source for information and assistance on issues affecting older people and people with disabilities regardless of income. To connect with the local ADRC office either come in to our Lincoln County Office located at 203 N Main St in Toledo, call us at 541-336-2289 or 1-855-ORE-ADRC (673-2372) or visit our website at www.ADRCof Oregon.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Volunteer Opportunities in Lincoln County

• AARP-SD (Smart Driver) program is actively looking for persons who would like to become volunteer instructors. Training is provided and classes are offered to the public monthly.

You choose the dates you are available to teach. Eligible expenses will be reimbursed (mileage, travel, etc). There is a high need in Lincoln City area. Contact Don at 541-5633074.

• Friendly Visitor Volunteers are needed to help socially isolated seniors stay connected with their community and remain living independently in their own home. Volunteers can share a common interest or hobby, play board games, listen to music, or just chat with their Friendly Visitor client. Volunteers may also be asked to help the client run errands such as grocery shopping, haircut appointments, or going out for a cup of coffee. Volunteers must exude a willingness to be patient with Friendly Visitor clients and show compassion no matter the client’s situation. If this sounds like the right fit for you, contact Holly at RSVP, 541-574-2684.

• Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers to help out in the office on Tuesdays from 10am-2pm and Thursdays from 1pm-5pm. Volunteers must have some knowledge of the Lincoln City area, be friendly and willing to speak with tourists, have basic computer knowledge and be able to navigate the Chamber website. For more information, call Candace at 541-994-3070.

• Lincoln City Visitor Center is looking for volunteers who can devote at least 3 hours a week to assist visitors in the center. Shifts are flexible and no experience is required! The visitor center is located inside the Cultural Center. For more information, contact Beth at 541-994-3302.

• The Newport 60+ Activity Center is seeking a volunteer coordinator, additional office volunteers, and personal wellness and exercise instructors. Training is available for some positions. Come be a part of a fun team to help build a healthy community here at the 60+ Center. Do something good for you and your community! For more information, contact Peggy at 541-574-5459.

• Pick of the Litter thrift store is looking for volunteers to work in the store, sorting donations, greeting customers, and cashiering. The store is open Tuesday – Saturday from 10am to 4pm. For more information, call Charlie at 541-574-1861.

• Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital is seeking back-up volunteers to step in when needed in various areas, such as floor help and family assistance. Contact Celeste at 541-9967132.

• SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance), a program of RSVP, is seeking volunteers to help serve Medicare recipients in Lincoln City and Waldport. Trained counselors help people in their community understand Medicare insurance choices and their rights through individual counseling, educational workshops, and referrals. Characteristics of successful counselors include dependable, patient, willing to learn, and enjoying helping others. Strong communication and computer skills are important. Training is provided. If you would like more information, contact Holly at 541-574-2684 or email rsvp@ocwcog.org.

• Toledo Methodist Thrift Shop is looking for volunteers to help out in the store. For more information on volunteer duties or hours, contact Marilyn at 541-336-1925 or stop by the store located at 123 N Main Street.

• Trans-Med (a program of RSVP) is looking for volunteers to drive seniors and people with disabilities to and from medical appointments within Lincoln County. Background check and valid driver’s license required. Volunteer drivers use their own car and must show proof of insurance. Mile reimbursements available through RSVP. For more information, contact RSVP at 541-574-2684.

For more information on volunteering please contact RSVP at 541 574‐2684

Hospital Humor “Bulletproof Vest”

By G. Mick McLean, Rural Hospital Administrator “A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book”. (Old Irish Proverb)

It was October 1982. A day my family will never forget for two reasons; first, 10 year old John had just been diagnosed with juvenile diabetes and lay in the hospital attached to an IV bag and, second, a big black Halloween spider dangled above that bag. John lay in anticipation for the next nurse to enter the room.

Not wanting an incident, we had forewarned the nurses what to expect. The next nurse in the door played her role, showing shock, fear, and then good humor.

She called in other staff to enjoy the moment and order “Spidercide” to the creature. Thirty years later we remember that spider as the day of a good joke more than the day of devastating news.

In the old days, when most of the older administrators and nuns who tried to train me were trained, hospital care was a serious business. Those were the days when a staff member with a jolly sense of humor and a tendency to make light of serious situations were sternly lectured on the importance of professional conduct, wear your cap straight, keep your hair above your collar, and save the good times for after work. Fortunately, times and attitudes towards humor in health care have changed.

Much credit can be given to Norman Cousins, a serious journalist and editor of the National Review Magazine who is known as the “Father of Laughter Therapy.” Cousins was diagnosed with

a serious, perhaps life-threatening, disease. Rather than follow traditional treatment, he worked along with his doctor for an innovative therapy of his own. Part of that therapy was regularly doses of heavy laughter.

Cousins published “Anatomy of an Illness in 1979 telling his story of recovery. He wrote, “Laughter has therapeutic value because it serves as a bulletproof vest that protects you against the ravages of negative emotions.” Laughter interrupts the “panic cycle” of an illness.” In 1998, this discussion was taken to a new level

by Robin Williams who played a humor-driven physician in the movie Patch Adams. Laughter Therapy and hospital humor are now widely accepted.

However, not always! The Emergency Department was having a Halloween Party. Some in costumes decided to run up the Hospital and show their costumes to their associates. One in particular, had a scary face mask with an eyeball dangling from the socket.

Well, as chance would have it, there was a young mother with a child sitting in the ER Waiting Room. The mask scared the child and the mother went ballistic. This was not appropriate!

The repentant staff agreed but I doubt mother ever forgave. This time, as administrator, I was the stern lecturer saying, “Save the good times for after work and off campus.”

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Lincoln City’s Lonnie “The Logger” Hendrick’s Logger ‘Lingo’ Word Match 1 ___ Pulled long wire for whistle signals 2 ___ Long crosscut saw (Up to 12 feet) 3 ___ A stock of logs 4 ___ Stationary steam engine 5 ___ Tractor operator 6 ___ Crosscut saw 7 ___ “Fallers Tool” 8 ___ A “pick and shovel” man 9 ___ Long woolen underwear 10 ___ A haphazard stack of logs 11 ___ Cable collar for dragging logs 12 ___ Platform for “Fallers’” 13 ___ Cutting fallen trees into sections 14 ___ Spiked pole for moving logs 15 ___ Loose limb hung up high in tree 16 ___ Combo axe and hoe tool 17 ___ Boots with traction 18 ___ Tops and prepares Spar Tree 19 ___ A standins dead tree 20 ___ Cab Calloway dance; Lonnie’s favorite

A. Gandy Dancer B. Peavy C. Jackstrawed D. Bulking E. Swedish Fiddle F. Widowmaker G. Choak H. Cat Skinner I. Springboard J. Jitterbug K. Caulk L. Punk M. Donkey N. Pulaski O. Highrigger P. Axe Q. Stanfield’s R. Snag S. Misery Whip T. Deck

HERE IS A PLEASANT LITTLE GAME that will give you a message. It’s a numerical puzzled designed to spell out your fortune.

Count the letters in your first name. If the number of letters is 6 or more, subtract 4.

If the number is less than 6, add 3. The result is your key number. Start at the upper left-hand corner and check all of your key numbers, left to right. Then read the message the letters under the checked figures gives you.

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The following story is from the Newport 60+ Writers’ Group. Everyone is invited to join them at one of their weekly gatherings. They are held at the Newport 60+ Center on Saturdays, 20 SE 2nd St, in Newport at 1 pm.

Hello, I’m the phantom of the library. I lurk where you least expect me. It was so kind of you to invite me to this party. But, be warned.

I have my eye on you.

If you are one of those who abuse your library privileges. If you are the one who stole the book I have been waiting to read for months. Just as I get up to number one on the hold line, things come to a screeching halt. I continue to wait, and wait until I wise up and realize I am out of luck. My book is no longer available. I now have three books on

Phantom of the Library hold that I have been in line for many months. I don’t know for sure what has happened to them.

Maybe they were stolen or lost, or in a dark corner somewhere. Who knows? I will seek them out. No matter how dark the corner.

One thing I wonder about is the spiritual books that go missing. Wouldn’t you think Karma would come into play here? If you are reading that type of book, wouldn’t you think twice about lifting it? And, wouldn’t you have learned something from it? Especially since you’re reading it on my time. That type of book seems to be the first to go missing.

Now, another thing, I intend to hunt down the person who has made off with most of the Betty MacDonald books in our library system. How could you? I need to

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reread Betty MacDonald every few years to keep my healthy sense of humor. Her memoirs are hilarious. Sure they are politically incorrect, and more than a little dated, which in my opinion makes them even more interesting.

Well, I have been in line for “The Plague and I” for a good two months now. Once again the line has come to a stop just as I’m up next. What is this? I settled for “Onions In The Stew,” and managed to read it after I unstuck the pages that were glued together with Mac and Cheese. A few of the pages have cigarette burns and I’ve had to read around the coffee stains and other unidentifiable detritus. These books are out of print. If you look them up on E bay you will quickly realize they’re out of most people’s price range.

Could this be why they

disappear? Are they being black marketed on line? To think I had all of Betty MacDonald’s books and gave them away when we moved from California. Another book I like to reread every now and then is “The Grapes Of Wrath”. I had this on hold and was up to number one, Well, guess what. It is no longer available at our local library. Gone missing.

And what about those books on CD? Just when the story gets interesting, they start skipping or stop altogether. You can cleaning and polishing, no improvement.

How do they get that way? Are people throwing them on the floor and walking on them? Remember, the phantom is watching you.

Our library system is superior to most. Our libarians, like Newport, are “the Friendliest.”

They are also helpful. I

love that they know the regulars and rush to get their holds off the shelf when they see them come through the front door.

They offer so many services that they don’t even charge for. What I want to know is, Why doesn’t the public appreciate it and take care of their property?

Where I came from in Apple Valley, the overdue rate had gone up to fifty cents per day per book. That could put a lot of gas in your car.

Where I will be watching you from the back seat.

Our library doesn’t even have overdue fees. I beg you all, please, please, please appreciate your library and take care of their books and Cds. Practice gratefulness. I will now step down from my soap box and join the party where I will be passing out library cards.

They’re free. Imagine!

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Generation Series Generates WW 2 Programs

By: Mick McLean

What began in 2010 as a series of “Tall Tales”

by Lincoln City’s Lonnie the Logger Headrick for Generations has evolved into a series of slide shows and memory sharing programs.

In 2011, we took the local “History of Logging” on the road.

There was an emphasis on Lonnie’s teen years on the Coast during the War. Then, in response to suggestions that the role of women and activities on the Home Front would add interest, we drafted Lonnie’s Taft High School classmate Joann Kansinger Schneider.

In 2012, we offered “The Home

Front”. When a request was made for a Veteran’s Day program, we recruited Lincoln City’s Pearl Harbor Survivor

Ed Johann and offered “Three Teens Remember the War Years” in 2013.

When asked for a 2014 Celebration of

Honor Week Program at the North Lincoln Historical Society Museum in Taft, we prepared a “Melodies and Memories of World War Two” program and drafted Richard and Pricilla Hawkins who have quite a collection of WWII memorabilia, including a Red Cross portable wind up record player and collection of 78 records. A singa-long of old familiar favorites like “Don’t Sit under the Apple Tree” was led by Patsy McLean.

This Program will be

Pictured after Program at Walport Community Center (L-R) Ed Johann, Joanne Kansinger Schneider, Lonnie “The Logger” Headrick , Mick and Patsy McLean. repeated at the Driftwood Public Library in Lincoln City November 9th at 1 p.m. For this Program, we hope to recruit live musicians.

The Program continues to evolve and grow.

These programs are

fun. We learn more and more about those extraordinary years as the audience shares and it’s always special when grandparents bring families to listen and learn about the Oregon Coast during the War years.

Recipe - Sweet Potato Brownies

Submitted by Rachel Humpert, Driftwood Public Library, Lincoln City, OR

Ingredients 1 ripe avocado 1 cup sweet potato cooked, inside only ¾ cup unsweetened applesauce ¼ cup honey, agave nectar or combination of the two 1 tsp vanilla extract 4 eggs ¼ cup + 2 Tbsp. coconut flour ¾ cup cocoa powder ¾ tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda

3. Add applesauce, honey/agave nectar, and vanilla. Process until smooth.

4. Add eggs, one at a time, until well combined.

5. Add coconut flour, cocoa powder, salt and baking soda. Process until smooth.

6. Spray an 8x8 baking dish with coconut cooking spray and line with parchment paper.

7. Spread brownie batter in prepared dish and, using another piece of parchment paper, press the batter down Directions 1. Pre-heat oven to 375°2. Using 8. Bake for 25 minutes. a food processor, combine avocado Notes: • You may need to scrape down the and sweet potato until smooth.

sides of your food processor a few times turning the 2nd through 5th steps.

• This batter is very thick - almost like a cookie dough.

• For a lighter chocolate flavor and more cake-like texture, reduce cocoa powder to ½ cup, reduce salt to ½ tsp, reduce applesauce to ½ cup, and sub 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for the 2 tbsp of coconut flour. Don’t press batter down with parchment paper after pouring into prepared baking dish.

• If you don’t use a food processor, there will be small pieces of avocado, sweet potato or both, through out the batter.

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umers with claims, appeals, and

Puzzle Answers

Dear Aunt Sadie Q & A series

Dear Aunt Sadie, I have a mountain of mail from Medicare, including a letter from my Part D plan regarding changes in cost and formulary, but nothing from my Medigap. My neighbor received a letter from his Advantage Plan outlining changes.

Is my Medigap trying to sneak scary changes in coverage or premiums by me until it’s too late for me to reconsider plans for next year? My neighbor keeps lobbying for me to switch to HIS Advantage plan. —Worried Warren Dear Warren, Sounds like everything is fine except your good humor!

That pile of mail is mostly from private insurance companies trying to sell you their products.

It’s certainly not all from Medicare. When “Medicare” mail arrives, examine it carefully. Some insurance providers make their letters and envelopes look like Medicare to confuse you. If something is, indeed, from Medicare, (or from your Drug or Medigap companies), then save it. Shred the rest of the stuff or place in recycling to limit confusion.

Medigap providers do not typically send out fall letters as their benefits are prescribed by

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law and do not change.

(Note: as often as twice per year, however, Medigap plans may send letters notifying you of price changes based on things such as age ) Advantage Plans, like Drug Plans send out fall letters, announcing changes in services and fees.

Do you need to do anything now? We recommend you check the specifics of your drug plan each year – plans can change formularies meaning what has been covered may not be next year. You need to know that while you still have an option to make a change. If you are comfortable navigating through systems in the computer you may want to go to www.medicare. gov and explore “Find health and drug plans” to see if another drug plan could save you money.

Another option you have is make an appointment with SHIBA. Counselors can enter your specific

drug information into the system and provide you with data so you can make an informed choice.

Regarding your neighbor campaigning for you to switch to his Advantage plan. . . yes, October 15-December 7 would be the time you could do that. But that is a big (and possibly permanent) move. Your neighbor has different health care needs than you do.

He travels more/less, is older/younger, has more/ less income, sees different physicians at different intervals, and looks at risk with greater or less terror than you. He’s a different guy, right? If not much has changed for you since you chose your Medigap plan, maybe you should just do the drug check-up. If, on the other hand, you want to consider a move to an Advantage plan, consider an appointment with SHIBA so that your decision is based on YOUR needs, not your neighbor’s.

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Center for Health Education at hospital campus in Newport Construction is underway on the much-anticipated Center for Health Education. Located on the campus of Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital, the center will become a community hub for disease prevention and chronic condition management as well as a professional training resource for health care providers throughout the Pacific Northwest.

“Health care continues to evolve with a more robust emphasis on disease prevention and chronic condition management to improve quality of life and lower medical costs – making the Center for Health

Education the right project at the right time for the right reasons,” said David Bigelow, Pharm.D. , Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital Chief Executive Officer.

In 2005, the Pacific Communities Health District Foundation launched a campaign to fund the center.

A few years later, the Pacific Communities Health District committed Highway 101 frontage property, that was already owned, as the site for the building. Since then, the health district and some 2,000 individuals and organizations have contributed toward the project.

A ceremonial ground-

breaking was held in January to celebrate the successful raising of funds needed to begin the project. As the original design and floor plan were created seven years ago, architects and engineers have been working with stakeholders to update the drawings based on evolving needs, while keeping the budget in mind.

Local architects Dietmar Goebel and Dustin and Amanda Capri created a 10,000 square-foot, twostory floor plan that features natural light. The large conference room, teaching kitchen, employee computer lab and community resource center will be lo-

cated on the first floor. The skills lab, classroom and community meeting space are on the second. The purpose of each room has remained consistent with the original plans created by local designer Cynthia Quade. A construction management/general contractor agreement was secured

with Quade Commercial Construction and completion of the project is slated for the fall of 2015.

For more information or to make a donation to this project, call the Pacific Communities Health District Foundation at 541-5744745 or visit samhealth.org/ PCHDF.

King and Queen of the Lincoln County Fair

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Comfort Car:

As an alternative to a taxi cab, the Comfort Car is designed for ambulatory clients or individuals who can transfer easily from a wheelchair or walker. You will find this service friendly, safe, and comforting.

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This is a room to room service for any transport needs, including grocery shopping, etc.

Ambulance Services:

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RSVP started a new tradition at the Lincoln County Fair this year by introducing the King and Queen of the Lincoln County Fair. Community members were encouraged to nominate a senior who was providing outstanding volunteer service to their community. Many nominations were received, and two senior volunteers were chosen. The Queen of the 2014 Lincoln County Fair is Betty Krause. Betty began volunteering in 1972 with a service project that involved helping people prepare their income tax returns. Now 40 years later, she is still at it! Betty’s project is now part of what is known as “AARP Tax Aide”, and Betty is recognized as one of only 3 people in the United States who have served in this capacity for 40 years.

Peggy O’Callaghan, Newport 60+ Activity Center director, says, “Betty is the ultimate in a community volunteer, not only does she volunteer doing taxes for our community she also served on 2 boards”. Congratulations, Betty Krause, and thank you for your service to this community!

The King of the 2014 Lincoln County Fair is Ed Johann. Ed holds a long list of place he does and has volunteered throughout Lincoln County, including serving as President or Chairman for 12 different organizations! Ed joined the Navy at age 17, received a Medal of Valor, served 27 years at the Portland Fire Department, served 20 years with the Mt. Hood Rescue and Recovery crew, and has served on the Lincoln City City Council for 15 years.

Mick Mclean says of Ed, “There are so many stories about Ed and his adventures and more people need to know what a treasure he is for Lincoln County”. Congratulations, Ed Johann, and thank you for your service to this community and to our Country.

RSVP helps those age 55 and older “re-invent their retirement” through service to their community by matching them with volunteer opportunities at non-profit organizations. For more information or to contact RSVP, call (541) 574-2684 or visit www.rsvpoflbl.org.

Senior Citizens Day

Senior Citizens Day was celebrated with cake and fun at the Lincoln City Senior Center and Meals on Wheels site August 20.

The event was sponsored by the two organizations and Lakeview Senior Living, an assisted living facility.

Janet Shinner, community relations director, at Lakeview said, “We wanted to honor our senior citizens for their contributions and dedication to our community, and to recognize the great work of Meals on Wheels.”

Senior Day cakes were provided at both places.

The Senior Meal Site

and Meals on Wheels provide meals to about 100 seniors in north Lincoln County three days a week. Eight volunteer drivers deliver hot and frozen meals on four different routes from Rose Lodge to Depoe Bay, a 225-square-mile area.

Sanie King, the meal center’s assistant manager, said that the drivers carry hot meals to clients on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The clients also receive frozen meals to heat up on Tuesdays, Thursdays and the weekends, “Our home-bound clients receive a meal for every day of the week,” King said.

Also, the meal site serves hot meals three days a week to 15 to 20 clients who come to the Lincoln City Community Center.

The Lincoln City meal site is one of five in Lincoln County: Lincoln City, Newport, Siletz, Toledo and Waldport. A contracted central kitchen prepares the food in Newport, and it is trucked to the five sites early in the day. The program is administered by Oregon Cascades West

Council of Governments, which covers Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties. Funding comes from federal, state, and county budgets, as well from do-

nations and small grants.

Cary Stein, meal site manager, is on a continual drive to recruit volunteers to help in the kitchen, for serving, and for drivers.

Evidence-Based Programs, What are they?

Evidence-based programs provide an ideal model for giving older adults information and support. Evidencebased programs can add value in many ways. First, they can significantly improve the health and well-being of older adults in the community. Second, they can help attract new participants and funders through innovative programming. Third, they can create powerful partnerships with other organizations, including health care providers.

Today’s older adults are eager to learn new ways to improve their health and manage chronic illnesses. Health care providers and insurers seeking programs that can help seniors’ better care for themselves, develop healthy

habits, find social supports and ultimately live longer and stronger in their communities. Research has shown that exercise and good nutrition can have a more significant impact on public health than medical interventions, particularly among older people. Evidence-based health promotion programs are becoming the preferred model for giving older adults this information and support. Evidencebased programs are adapted from tested models and interventions that have proven successful in addressing critical health issues, while meeting the needs of health-conscious older adults. We agree that one of the best ways to help older adults live longer, healthier lives is to teach them healthy

behaviors and support them.

Some typical successful evidencebased programs in Lincoln County are Living Well with Chronic conditions, Tai Chi Moving for better balance, Tai Chi Arthritis program, Better Bones and Balance, Matter of Balance, Arthritis Exercise programs, Go 4 life, and Walk with Ease. Many of these programs are offered in several different locations throughout Lincoln County. To check when and where these programs may be offered start with the Council of Governments/ Senior & Disability Services (Toledo office – 541-336-2289), local health clubs, recreation centers and senior centers.

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Women’s Basketball in Philomath has history

A special thanks to Mary Gallaher, Collections Manager, Benton County Historical Society & Museum, for finding these pictures from Philomath College. The basketball photo is of the Philomath Girls Basketball Team circa 1910.

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A special thanks to Mick McLean for submitting the poem which was written by his wife’s Aunt Minnie. It is about the Philomath College Girl’s Basketball Team from 1910. Pretty avant-garde for girls in sports back then….

WINTER IS COMING…BE PREPARED

Now that winter is approaching and storms will be coming, it’s not too early to start thinking about getting together an emergency supply kit…or if you have one already, it’s a good time to review and restock as necessary.

Through the Ready Campaign, the Federal Emergency Management Agency asks individuals to do three key things: get an emergency supply kit, make a family emergency plan, and be informed about

the different types of emergencies that could occur.

Think about the items you would need in the event of an emergency and gather them together in an easy to carry bag or backpack that you could quickly grab if you needed to evacuate.

During an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days before emergency workers can get to you. Basic services such as

electricity, gas, water, sewage treatment and telephones may be cut off for days or longer.

This means that it is critical to have your own food, water and other supplies in sufficient quantities to last at least 72 hours. Water is the most critical and you should plan at least 1 gallon of water per person per day.

Some of the items that you may want to have in your kit besides non-perishable food and water include:

• Medications • Glasses • Important family documents • Cash • Diabetic supplies/ food for special diets • Hearing aids and batteries • Consumable medical supplies • Flashlight & extra batteries • Whistle – to signal for help • First aid book

• Battery-powered or hand-crank radio & extra batteries • Dust mask/plastic sheeting/duct tape – to shelter-in-place • Moist towelettes/ garbage bags/plastic ties for personal sanitation • Manual can opener • Pet food & water • Cell phone with chargers For more information, go to www.fema. gov

BLUEBERRIES IN SILETZ

Catherine Hammond, Mike O’Brian and Gordon McMinn, take a few miutes to pause with their buckets full of delicious blueberries. These were picked on the Gibson Farm in Siletz on July 24th. Following the morning where seniors enjoyed picking and eating the fruit from the large bushes laden with ripe berries, eight of them gathered at the Beach Dog Café to enjoy delicious blueberry pancakes along with hot steaming coffee.

Submitted by the Lincoln City Senior Center

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Report Abuse and Neglect

Senior and Disability Services investigates alleged abuse and/or neglect of seniors and adults with disabilities. Mistreatment or neglect of a senior or an adult with a disability may include:

Physical violence Financial exploitation Neglect of care or abandonment Emotional or verbal abuse Sexual abuse or unwanted sexual contact Harassment Self-neglect that leads to harm Contact us to report any abuse or neglect at 541-336-2289 and ask for the ADRC.

The OREGON MONEY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

is seeking volunteers to deliver and expand program services to seniors and people with disabilities who are at least 60 years of age and have limited incomes and assets in managing their finances.

This may include assistance in budgeting, organizing financial papers, checkbook balancing, bil paying and banking.

If you have an interest in helping these individuals maintain peace of mind, independence, and protection against fraud and financial exploitation, this program might be for you.

Training is provided as well as ongoing support.

Please contact Diana Hancock at 541-812-2597 or via email at mmp@ocwcog.org. if you are interested and for more information. 14 - Generations October • November • December 2014

Senior & Disability Services Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for Lincoln, Linn and Benton Counties

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON: ADULT FOSTER CARE MEALS ON WHEELS ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES MEDICAID LONG-TERM CARE COMMUNITY RESOURCES IN-HOME CARE OPI/FAMILY CAREGIVER PROG INFORMATION AND REFERRAL FOOD STAMPS RSVP Options Counseling

Caregiver Support Group A chance for caregivers to discuss common feelings and learn about community resources that offer help.

3rd Wednesday every month Noon - 1:00 pm Co-sponsored by Senior and Disabilities Services and Samaritan Pacific Communities Hopsital.

Bring a brown bag lunch, beverage provided.

Contact Lauren @ 541-574-1820 OR Nannette @ 541-574-3743 for more information.

CALL 541-336-2289 or 1-800-282-6194 TDD/VOICE in Lincoln County 541-967-8630 or 1-800-638-0510 TDD/VOICE in Benton and Linn Counties

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Coastal hospitals offer a variety of volunteer opportunities At Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital (SNLH) and Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital (SPCH), our volunteers consistently provide hours of dedicated service and support, allowing most of the services provided to the community to operate in a more efficient manner. SNLH and SPCH volunteers can be men or women, from teens to senior citizens.

They can volunteer a few hours a week or only a few hours a year. Volunteers can contribute in many different ways in many different service areas.

Hospice Volunteer

Hospital Volunteer

Hospice volunteer training classes are offered

Volunteers have the opportunity to work in

Senior Companion Program Volunteer

for people interested in learning more about

emergency and outpatient areas as greeters,

Are you 55 years of age or older and looking

how to support terminally ill patients and

help with social event planning, help with

for an opportunity to assist others?

their families and those who are considering

musical and community presentations,

becoming volunteers.

and promoting services with Lifeline.

Support volunteers perform office work,

Volunteers perform tasks such as mail delivery,

friends, provide transportation to medical

help with fundraisers and make comfort pillows

pet therapy, and various jobs in multiple offices

appointments and other necessary errands,

for our patients.

and departments, and at information desks

enabling clients to live independently

and hospital gift shops.

with zest and dignity.

respite to caregivers, visit hospice patients at

To learn more about becoming

For more information call:

home or in assisted living facilities, and provide

a hospital volunteer call:

541-574-4714

bereavement support as needed for surviving

SNLH, 541-996-7132

loved ones.

SPCH, 541-265-2244 ext. 2537

Patient care volunteers act as couriers, give

Senior companions provide companionship, help keep clients in contact with family and

To learn more call: SNLH, 541-996-7328 SPCH, 541-574-1811 ext. 2558

930 SW Abbey St., Newport • 541-265-2244 samhealth.org/Newport

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3043 NE 28th St., Lincoln City • 541-994-3661 samhealth.org/LincolnCity