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THE AGING ISSUE

Services for seniors Photo by James Tabafunda/NWAW

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Vietnamese American elders rehearsing a dance performance at Asian Counseling and Referral Service

By James Tabafunda Northwest Asian Weekly When several generations of Asian Americans live under one roof, there’s an opportunity for the older generation to pass

their wisdom and experience to the youth.

One family tradition is a filial obligation, the at-home caregiving of elder family {see CLUB BAMBOO cont’d on page 18}

Photo by Han Bui/NWAW

Photo by Bruce Carlson Carlson,CAARP

Upscale Din Tai Fung Bellevue model sets precedence for future locations

George Takei speaks at Seattle Central Community College

By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly “You do not become an actor, you are born an actor,” informed the 77-year-old George Takei in his familiar baritone voice. Takei, known in his early days from his work as Star Trek’s Hikaru Sulu and later in life as a political advocate and social media darling, came to Seattle last week promoting his upcoming documentary and filming his popular web series, “Takei’s Take.”

In a whirlwind tour of the city, Takei made a stop at Seattle Central Community College to take “selfies” with fans and show a screening of his soon-to-be released documentary, “To Be Takei,” which was followed by a question and answer session.

Takei also spent another day in Seattle shooting an episode of his original online series sponsored by the AARP, “Takei’s Take.”

Takei’s appearance at Seattle Central Community College was part of the AARP’s ongoing campaign “Life Reimagined,”

which helps guide people through life transitions by helping them discover new possibilities and connect with a community of people pursuing similar passions and goals.

Takei was born in Los Angeles, Calif. and was named after King George VI, whose coronation took place in 1937, the same year that Takei was born. Takei notes that his brother was heavy and round and resembled King Henry VIII, and was thus named Henry. Takei was the eldest of three children. Takei’s father was an Anglophile – an admirer of England and its culture.

Takei has taken on his father’s admiration of England and considers himself an Anglophile.

At an early age, Takei’s family was forced to live in internment camps during World War II. After the war, his family returned to Los Angeles, where he attended school.

Takei had a passion for theatre and acting at an early age. He became involved with the {see TAKEI cont’d on page 7}

Wrapping dumplings in the restaurant kitchen

By Tiffany Ran Northwest Asian Weekly What many don’t know about Din Tai Fung’s humble beginnings is of its earliest days as a store selling cooking oil. It was a struggling business that transitioned in 1972, from selling oil to serving steamed soup dumplings out of a small storefront on Taipei’s XinYi Road. Its flagship store grew to include chains across Asia.

Din Tai Fung’s claim to fame is its juicy soup dumplings, the “xiao long bao.” Among its other menu offerings are handmade noodles and small appetizers that are favorites at its Taipei locations. Its first locations in North America are two branches located within walking distance of

one another in Arcadia, Calif., a city outside of Los Angeles known for its high Asian population. When it came to additional U.S. locations, the surprising pick of Bellevue, Wash. had many asking questions.

“Why not one in New York or San Francisco, and how does Bellevue get one of all places?” people would ask David Wasielewski, managing partner of the Din Tai Fung locations in Bellevue and University Village.

Wasielewski was born and raised in Taiwan. He arrived in Seattle with his family when he was 11 years old. After receiving an MBA from Seattle University, {see DIN TAI FUNG cont’d on page 19}

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Mayor meets with ethnic media

Kin On expansion groundbreaking

short-term rehabilitation center. 

NAAAP volunteer to clean up in the ID

Nihonmachi Nite

of the City of Seattle Adopt-A-Street Program. 

Mayor Murray and Cuc Vu address the ethnic media and city officials

Kin On expansion project groundbreaking Over 70 people celebrated Kin On’s Groundbreaking Ceremony on Sept. 19 to officially kick off the “Creating an Aging-Friendly Community” Kin On Expansion Project.

Former Governor and U.S. Ambassador Gary Locke delivered the keynote address and Deputy Mayor Hyeok Kim addressed the congratulatory message. The project will include a healty aging community center, an assisted living facility, and a

Okamoto and Moriguchi awarded Photo by John Liu/NWAW

Members of local ethnic media had a chance to meet and mingle with each other, Mayor Ed Murray, and other city officials on Sept.

18. The event took place in the the Betty Jane Narver Reading Room at the Central Library. Media had a chance to display the wide variety of Proclamation for Ethnic Media publications the city offers, Appreciation Day and Mayor Murray spoke on the comprehensive representation, and proclaimed September 18 to be local Ethnic Media Appreciation Day. The event was hosted by the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs. 

3 volunteers step up learn shinai techniques with Cascade Kendo Kai

Japantown celebrated its annual Nihonmachi Nite last Saturday. The Main Stage was located in the heart of Japantown, at 6th Ave S and S Main St and featured Cascade Kendo Kai and a Shi Shi Mai Lion Dog Dance.

There were Nihonmachi Nite specials at the Wing Luke Museum, and several restaurants, including Fuji Sushi, Fort St George, Fu Lin, Maekawa Bar and Kaname Izakaya & Shochu Bar. 

NAAAP cleans up Members of the National Association for Asian American Professionals spent approximately two hours last week picking up litter along King, Jackson, and the 5th Ave to 12th Ave corridor. It was the Sept 21 Adopt-A-Street Cleanup, part

CEO Nikkei Concerns Jeffrey Hattori, Tosh Okamoto, and Tomio Moriguchi

Tosh Okamoto and Tomio Moriguchi, co-founders of Nikkei Concerns, received a Founder’s Award honor at the Nisei Veterans Hall on Sept. 15. Both united the Japanese American community in the Puget Sound area. They both educated and organized the community to embrace the need for a culturally-based health and wellness organization to care for the aging. As the first president of the board, Tomio, chairman of Uwajimaya, blazed a trail for Nikkei Concerns.

He was an active board member until his retirement at the beginning of this year. Both received commemorative bobbleheads and t-shirts, and a congratulatory cartoon card. Over 150 people attended. 

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Mentoring and Wisdom: Women of Color Empowered

Emcee Dr. Jean Hernandez

Honorees included were Grace Kim, Carole Carmichael, Lourdes Salazar, Isabelle Gonn, Regina Glenn, Diane Ferguson, Luz Iniguez, Kirstan Arestad, Deborah Guerrero, Lillian Hayashi, Patricia Lally, Hazel Cameron, Estela Ortega, Deborah Lee, Bonnie Glenn, and Stephanie Bowman

Gigi Wridings and Aldena Hutchison from the staff of Nikkei Concerns surprise honoree Lillian Hayashi with another plaque.

By Laura Ohata Northwest Asian Weekly­

takeaways from the event: “Know your purpose. What is it that you want to share?

Your presence and capability give confidence to others. Be a good example.”

—Isabelle Gonn, administrative manager, Nordstrom Technology and voluntary mentor for Chinese Girls Trill Team “All of us are here because someone else gave us a hand.”

—Regina Glenn, president of Pacific Communication “I believe that every one of us has a skill. I advocate to make sure that we have people of color no matter where we are at, and that we have everyone represented. We do the best we can. All of you know what it is like to go to meetings in organizations and maybe we are the only one there. It is very hard to advocate, and say, ‘Well, we need more opinions, and diversity.’ Sometimes it is accepted and sometimes it is not. What I am happy to see is that more and more people are opening up their minds, and saying, ‘Yeah, you are right.

We need to have the different skills. We need to know that everyone’s opinion counts.’ That is really the heart of diversity.

It is not just in color, it is in everything.”

—Lourdes Salazar, volunteer program coordinator at the City of Bellevue.

“Be supportive and encouraging. I had great mentors. I take it as a responsibility to help other people because other people helped me. Anybody can be your mentor, of all races and colors. That is why I am a mentor, because I have been mentored.”

—Dian Ferguson, interim director, Central Area Seniors Center A mentor doesn’t have to be famous at all. It could be someone in the neighborhood who performs everyday acts of small greatness. People like Dr. Paul Famer, a Harvard educated physician who conducts humanitarian work in places like Haiti and currently fights Ebola in Rwanda. Look around the community for small acts of greatness… Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright once said that there is a special place in hell for women who don’t mentor other women.”

—Stephanie Bowman, commissioner, Port of Seattle 

Behind every successful person stands a series of mentors. Whether it is providing advice on office politics or an endorsement for a job promotion, mentors play a pivotal role in the development of leadership. Women and members of minority groups need additional attention to advance in their careers, because they are underrepresented in management. Women of color face both racial and genderbased discrimination in the workplace. As such, Amazing Women Mentors —Volunteering as a way of life was the topic of discussion at the Women of Color Empowered luncheon last Friday.

Close to 300 people gathered at China Harbor Restaurant in Seattle to recognize honorees, who shared their wisdom related to mentorship. Founded in 1996 by the Northwest Asian Weekly, Women of Color Empowered invites women of all races, and even men, to share a meal and discuss three times a year. This year, the emcee was Dr. Jean Hernandez, president of Edmonds Community College. Here are a few

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China reveals cases of torture in police detention

By Louise Watt Associated Press

BEIJING (AP) — Three police officers and four other people have been convicted of torturing suspects to obtain confessions, China’s official state news agency reported, in a rare instance of prosecution of the practice.

One of the cases resulted in the death of a man who was tortured with electric shocks and hit on the head and face with a shoe, Xinhua News Agency said Sunday. Mustard oil was poured into suspects’ mouths in other forms of torture, it said.

The seven cases happened in March 2013 at the Daowai district police sub-bureau in the northeastern city of Harbin. Three police officers and four people hired by

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ICHS opens new clinic for business in Shoreline

By Ron Chew Northwest Asian Weekly

International Community Health Services (ICHS) officially opened the doors of its new medical-dental clinic in Shoreline on Monday, Sept. 15, marking the long-awaited arrival of the first nonprofit community health center in the city’s history.

“The first day went really well and everything went as planned,” said Sherman Lohn, ICHS director of operations. “Quiet and smooth. Quiet and steady. Everyone pitched in to help get things ready for the opening – and many of them did this beyond the scope of their normal responsibilities.

We’re very pleased.”

The new clinic is located just north of 165th Street on the busy Aurora Avenue traffic corridor. The three-story brick-clad building is ICHS’s fourth full-service clinic and the agency’s seventh service site.

The expansion of ICHS – which includes the opening of a smaller clinic in the Crossroads neighborhood of Bellevue on May 1 – reflects the emergence of ICHS as a regional health care provider with a physical presence in neighborhoods outside Seattle, with large immigrant and low-income populations underserved by the health care system.

Established in Seattle in 1973, ICHS is the largest Asian Pacific Islander health care provider in the state, last year serving over 19,000 {see ICHS cont’d on page 16}

police to help with the investigations were convicted and given prison sentences of up to 2 1/2 years, it said.

Chinese authorities have said that the problem of torture and coerced confessions has been effectively addressed by measures introduced in the last five years, including physically separating interrogators from suspects, video recording of interrogations, and a formalized rule that judges should reject evidence obtained through torture.

In April, Zhao Chunguang, a national official overseeing police detention facilities, said there had not been a single case of torture to coerce a confession at any detention center in the past five years.

But Xinhua’s report said Harbin Intermediate People’s Court heard appeals Aug. 29 by four of the seven people who had been convicted by a trial court on torture charges.

Xinhua said the deceased man, identified by his surname, Liang, was detained by police on March 24 last year, along with another man on suspicion of selling drugs.

One of the police officers, Wu Yan, along with two people who weren’t police officers, Pan Yongquan and Li Yingbin, gave him electric shocks and hit him in the face and head with a shoe, after which he died, it said.

In the only other case for which Xinhua provided details, a man surnamed Zhai was arrested on suspicion of selling drugs on March 7, 2013. Zhai testified that Cheng Xiaowei, Pan and Li Chunlong, another civilian, handcuffed him to an iron chair and tied wires from an old-fashioned telephone to his toes and started cranking the phone, giving {see CHINA cont’d on page 17}

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■ community calendar THU 9/25 WHAT: Performance, “The Universality of Noh: Crossing Borders on Stage” WHERE: Seattle Japanese Garden, 1075 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

COST: $10 INFO: 206-684-4725

THU 9/25 THRU SAT 9/27 WHAT: 2014 National Race & Pedagogy Conference WHERE: University of Puget Sound REGISTRATION: $200/day, $375/three days INFO: pugetsound.edu/RPNC

FRI 9/26 WHAT: Dashain Maha Jatra WHERE: Shoreline Conference Center, 18560 1st Ave. N.E., Shoreline WHEN: 6:30-11:30 p.m.

SAT 9/27 WHAT: Little Saigon Neighborhood Sign Unveiling WHERE: 1300 S. Jackson St., Seattle WHEN: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

WHAT: Introduction to Chinese Painting

WHERE: Central Library, Level 4, Room 1, 1000 4th Ave., Seattle WHEN: 2-4 p.m.

INFO: 206-684-0849 WHAT: Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Confucius Institutes!

WHERE: Chief Sealth International High School, 2600 SW Thistle St., Seattle WHEN: 1-4 p.m.

COST: Free REGISTRATION: Confucius. washington.edu/event/ci-day WHAT: On the Job Communications (ESL level 6 students) WHERE: Bellevue College Main Campus, Room 101, 3000 Landerholm Circle S.E., Bellevue WHEN: 9 a.m.

INFO: bellevuecollege.edu/ prepforwork WHAT: Working in English (ESL level 4/5 students) WHERE: Bellevue College Main Campus, Room 101, 3000 Landerholm Circle S.E., Bellevue WHEN: 9 a.m.

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SUN 9/28 WHAT: Helping Link’s 21st Anniversary Gala “Growing As One”

WHERE: Mercer Island Community & Event Center, 8236 24th St., Mercer Island WHEN: 5:30 p.m.

COST: $75/general, $100/VIP RSVP: www.helpinglink. org/2014-gala

THU 10/2 WHAT: The 4th Annual Building Bridges Across the Nations Award WHERE: The Westin, 600 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

RSVP: info@wasitrac.org

FRI 10/3 WHAT: API Issues & Candidates Forum WHERE: ACRS, 3639 MLK Jr. Way S., Seattle WHEN: 5:30-8 p.m.

WHAT: “Top Restaurants’ Secrets of Success” by the three panelists Din Tai Fung owner David Wasielewski, Anthony’s Restaurant VP of Marketing Lane Hoss, and Tamarind Tree owner Tam Nguyen WHERE: New Hong Kong, 900 S. Jackson St. #203, Seattle WHEN: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

COST: $15/member, $20/at the door INFO: luncheon@ seattlechinesechamber.org, 206552-0818

SUN 10/12 WHAT: Seattle Children’s Festival produced by Northwest Folklife WHERE: Seattle Center, Fisher Pavilion WHERE: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

INFO: nwfolklife.org/ seattlechildrenfestival

MON 10/13 WHAT: UW Japan Studies Program for a lecture given by Donald C. Hellmann WHERE: UW Kane Hall 225, Seattle Campus WHEN: 7 p.m.

RSVP: https://catalyst.uw.edu/ webq/survey/japan/240672

Free dental, vision, and medical care

The Seattle/King County Clinic will be offering free healthcare services Thursday, Oct. 23-Sunday, Oct. 26 at KeyArena at Seattle Center. All patients are welcome and do not need to provide ID or proof of citizenship. There is no registration, but patients will be treated on first-come, first-serve basis. Admission numbers will be distributed at 3:30 a.m.

All services are free, including: -Dental cleanings, fillings, extractions, and x-rays -Eye exams and prescription eyeglasses -Physical exams, mammograms, pap smears, flu vaccines, foot care, wound care, chiropractic care, and more. 

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Helping Link celebrates its 21st anniversary gala

Awardees at the 20th anniversary gala. From left: Sen. Bob Hasegawa; Teresita Batyola, Executive Director of International Community Health Services; Christine Takada, CEO, National Asian Pacific Center on Aging; Xuyen Nguyen, Helping Link Former Gala Chair, David Okimono and Rep. Sharon Tomiko Santos.

{TAKEI cont’d from page 1} drama club in junior high school. Although he was not cast in plays in high school, he helped out as much as possible.

While his parents recognized this passion, his father also was a businessman that understood the realities of show business.

“My father said, ‘You can’t make a living on that [acting]. But study architecture, that’s going to be a fantastically creative area for you.’”

“Like a good son, I began my college career as an architecture student.” Takei started at the University of California, Berkeley, but it did not take him long to realize he needed a change. “I just couldn’t

see myself as an architect,” recalled Takei.

He returned to Los Angeles and sat down with his father with a plan. “I said, I had to be true to myself. I wanted to give myself a fair chance. I wanted to go to New York and wanted to study at the Actor’s Studio.”

In response to this pitch, his father gave him an option. “You have to be prepared to do it all on your own.” His father added, “New York is a crowded place, a very competitive place, and a very expensive place. You would have to be prepared to do it all on your own.” The implication was that Takei’s parents would not pay for anything if he decided to pursue acting in New York. Takei lovingly recalled his father thinking he was a “bullheaded

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Helping Link credits the success of its services and programs solely to its volunteers, which comprise not only young students and recent graduates, but also professionals and seniors of all ages and races living in the greater Seattle area.

Their annual gala is a time for Helping Link to acknowledge the progress their clients have made in the past year, in addition to the hard work their volunteers have put in to sustain the organization’s operations and growth. Helping Link

kid” and that he would probably take the chance and head to New York despite the warnings. Thus, his father offered him a chance to go to UCLA to study in the fine arts department instead. If he stayed in town, his father informed him they would provide him financial assistance.

“New York on your own or UCLA with subsidy,” was the offer his father gave him. “He knew how to structure a deal,” recalled Takei of his father’s alternative proposal to his plan for New York. Takei glowingly reflected on his parents want for him to obtain an education and diploma, while still supporting his dreams.

After graduating from UCLA, as a graduation present, his parents gave him a summer session studying Shakespeare in England. Perhaps it was his parents’ present for holding up his end of the deal. It was his first trip outside the United States. It was an unexpected, great experience for him to study and immerse himself in his intended craft.

Takei recalls that his first big role was a Richard Burton film, “Ice Palace,” that he was offered when a casting agent saw him in a student play while at UCLA. The opportunity to work with such a legend gave the very young and eager Takei a chance to ask questions about acting from one of the

greatest actors of all time.

Even though his most notable role as Mr. Sulu occurred in the late 1960s and was reprised in movies and other media in the 1970s and 1980s, he has kept a following through the years. He has also gained notoriety through his political activism as an advocate for Japanese Americans and the LBGT community. Takei served as the Celebrity Grand Marshall of Seattle’s Gay Pride Parade this past summer.

One of the biggest reasons why Takei is iconic today is his presence on social media. As of this writing, Takei has over 7.75 million likes on his Facebook page and 1.38 million followers on his Twitter feed.

His YouTube series, which is entering its second season, caters to an older generation.

The subject matter deals with current technological breakthroughs, which appeals to the younger demographic as well.

At 77 years old, Takei looks 20 years younger and remains fit. “Eat properly, rest properly, exercise properly, and keep your mind engaged,” advised Takei of his keys to staying healthy. Takei stated he has a daily regimen of walking, exercising, and getting at least six hours of sleep. 

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Drink that coconut water!

Food recommendations for healthy aging

By Staff Northwest Asian Weekly

Cashews

Salmon, mackerel, tuna

…And almonds, and macadamias. Nuts are a great source of protein and an excellent snack. Healthy fats can fill you up substantially, so even just a handful will satisfy.

You get the idea—fish! Not only is that piece of salmon a healthy, lower-calorie alternative to red meat, all those omega-3 fatty acids are like a lubricant for the brain.

Coconut water Not to be confused with coconut milk, coconut water is refreshing, low-calorie, low-fat, and filled with electrolytes. It is now readily available in most markets.

Avocado The mighty avocado! It contains healthy fat, is rich in nutrients, and even curbs inflammation. And you don’t have to use it for just guacamole.

Try spreading it on bread instead of using butter, or just slice and serve with a sprinkle of salt for a healthy anytime snack.

Chile/Seasonings/Nutritional yeast Peppers and seasoning can add spice to your life! They also boost metabolism and add flavor. Most seasonings are low-calorie and low fat (try nutritional yeast if you like a “cheesy” flavor; but of course, when it comes to seasonings, avoid MSG).

Berries of all kinds Berries are rich in antioxidants.

Plus, they are delicious! Enjoy the variety that is available. There is a lot to choose from—from the famous strawberry to the humble salmonberry, you won’t be bored.

Indulgences (in moderation)

Quinoa Everyone knows whole grains are much healthier than refined, processed grains, but quinoa is impressive because it is a complete protein. It can easily turn into a

complete meal, and has become popular due to its nutty flavor and hearty texture.

Spinach It’s a powerhouse when it comes to Vitamin A and E. But don’t just

limit it to spinach. Leafy greens of all kinds—kale, collard, arugula— all have beneficial vitamins and nutrients.

Enjoy that piece of chocolate, the slice of cheese or cake. Just don’t eat the whole thing. The little pleasures boost our mood, and happiness always contributes to anti-aging.  Staff can be reached at info@ nwasianweekly.com.

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Work sites: various locations throughout King County, Washington; the majority of the work is in downtown Seattle facilities.

The work performed under this Contract shall not exceed $500,000.00 and the initial Contract Time shall not exceed 365 calendar days from the date of Contract execution by the County. The County does not guarantee any minimum amount of work or that the dollar amount of the Work Orders issued will total $500,000.00 during the duration of this Contract. At the County’s sole discretion, this Contract may be extended for one additional year or until the Not to

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Contact Information: Ruth Williamson, Contract Specialist, 206-263-9333, TTY Relay: 711, Fax: 206296-7675, or ruth.williamson@kingcounty.gov. A bidder may be asked to put a question in writing. No verbal answers by any County personnel or its agents and consultants will be binding on the County.

Pre-Bid Conference: October 2, 2014; 3:30 p.m., Room 118, Chinook Building 401 Fifth Ave, Seattle WA Subcontracting Opportunities: Indoor telecommunications cabling: installation and repair of cabling, CAT-5E, CAT6, and modular cable management systems, including SYSTIMAX. Apprenticeship Requirements: No minimum Apprentice Utilization Requirement.

SCS Utilization Requirements. The Contractor shall ensure that at least 10% of the total price for all executed work orders shall be performed by King County Certified SCS Firms over the life of the Contract.

Bid Bond: Not less than five percent (5%) of the

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What do you wish you would have known when you were in your 20s?

“1. Don’t be afraid to start a business at a young age.

2. Surround yourself with people you aspire to be.

3. Never take your health for granted.

4. Always do what is right over what is easy.

5. Marry well. Realize that this is the foundation of all life's happiness.”

Dwayne J. Clark Founder, Chairman/CEO Áegis Living

“Graceful aging means maintaining a healthy lifestyle, planning ahead, staying well-informed of all your healthcare options for now and the future. As Kin On expands its campus to include a Healthy Aging Community Center, Assisted Living Facility and Adult Family Home in the next two years, we welcome you to connect with us and let us walk alongside your successful aging journey!”

Sam Wan CEO Kin On Health Care Center

“Throughout my life, I have been blessed to have encountered and be mentored by many who are “experienced” in life...the following values are what I learned from each of them and how I try to age gracefully and be of service: appreciative, dignity, humble, gracious, respectful, perseverance, giving and positive.”

Jeffrey Hattori CEO, Nikkei Concerns

“We should appreciate that we are living well, and we successfully faced and solved all of the difficulties in the past. We should appreciate that we have ability to raise our children and help them become independent.

We should appreciate we have good friends that we can share our joys with. Don’t be greedy and competitive. We need to acknowledge that we’ve already got. We need to remember that we have nothing when we entered the world and will be the same when we leave. Last but not least, illness and death are natural, do not fear it.”

Ken Tao President, Indo-china Chinese Elderly Association

“Each stage in life offers wonderful opportunities to grow and learn . We all know the importance of taking good care of yourself mentally, physically and spiritually, especially as we age. Including fresh veggies in my diet is a conscious effort, as was exercising. So for ten years now I have been taking fun dance classes as well as tai chi - all geared for seniors - through Nikkei Horizons.

What a difference it’s made in my life! (But I still have to force myself to eat my veggies.)”

Gei Chan Fashion Designer

“I look to my grandfather who lived until he was 94 and my father who will turn 90, as my role models for aging gracefully.

I think valuing loving and supportive relationships, and accepting yourself and others is important for aging gracefully. A good sense of humor helps too.”

Christine Takada President and CEO, National Asian Pacific Center on Aging

“Remove as much stress out of your life as you can. Let go of old baggages, negative thoughts, and build your mind with positive thoughts, people and experiences.”

Nate Miles Vice President of Government Relations, Lilly

“To age well, keep moving! The Boomer Generation has the opportunity to embrace aging by staying active – physically and mentally. Today’s senior centers are a place to engage both the mind and body, with social connections and a wide variety of classes and programs. Older adults with chronic conditions can also take on health challenges and maintain control of their lives. For those who need assistance, Senior Services helps with nutrition, transportation, minor home repair and more.”

Paula Houston CEO, Senior Services

“To stay healthy, first recognize we are part of nature and creation. Eat only nature’s whole foods, unprocessed, unrefined, nothing artificial. Exercise.

In our times, added vitamins and minerals are very necessary for optimal health. Detoxify from the myriad of unnatural chemicals.”

Dr. Jonathan Wright Tahoma Clinic

“I wish I could have learned patience at an earlier age.

It’s okay to wait, and to be good with the waiting. I didn’t need to get things done instantaneously or worry about those things that didn’t happen as quickly as I wanted.”

Patrick Yalung Regional President Washington Wells Fargo

“What I didn’t have in my early 20s was the appreciation of how differently people think.

It’s not something you can get in a classroom. What I learned over the years is that people have skills manifested in different ways. As I get to know people, it’s a good assumption that people have both strengths and weaknesses; they show their colors in different ways. I respect people more as I age.”

Tay Yoshitani CEO, Port of Seattle

“In my 20s, it would have been nice to know and think about investment strategies for retirement.

Saving and investing early pays off handsomely in the future. Open a ROTH IRA account and put in the maximum allowable amount each year (up to $5,500). Get financial advice on how to invest the funds, then watch your nest egg grow, tax free. You can also withdraw from your ROTH IRA without penalty for buying your first home.”

Doris Koo AARP Board Member

“You can choose what you want to do as you get older.

Do not be constrained by what may be the prevailing attitudes. Be at peace with the choices that you make. It’s your life. You may choose a path that can be contrary to those around you and can cause great consternation, but you then need to look into yourself to see if the path you have chosen is your true calling.

I have known women who have lived a conventional life because they thought that was how it was supposed to be; they are often very disappointed in their later life. The women I know who have followed their heart and life-long love are living a very fulfilled life; when it is time for them to leave this earth, they just know that it is time.”

Dorothy Wong Executive Director, Chinese Information and Service Center

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■ ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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Still dancing Photos by George Liu/NWAW

At 97, Gene Moy inspires

Dancers waiting in line included Betty Toy, Judy Sao, Jennifer Hanke, Linda Cheng, Cari Murotani, Grace Avila, Cindy La, Sally Soo, and Floise Chinn

Gene Moy and Edith Teng

By Cari Murotani Northwest Asian Weekly

seven grandchildren. His younger brother, Gow Moy, 93, lives in Chicago.

Moy started dancing in 1941, when he was in the Army, and hasn’t stopped since. He bowled in a league at Main Bowl and Imperial Lanes every day from 1950 to 1960 with an average of 170. He used to play poker and play the harmonica for fun. But says now he is too busy dancing to play poker. His favorite foods are steak and king crab.

He likes to travel and has been on 16 cruises all over the world. He has not traveled since his wife has been in a wheelchair. Now his only form of recreation and exercise is dancing. His favorite song is “Never on Sunday,” to which

The fact that women ask Gene Moy to dance is not surprising, considering he knows all the steps to the various ballroom styles and has good rhythm. Moy dances several times a week and drives to different locations in Seattle, Renton, Tukwila, Kent, and Des Moines. The fact that Moy has the stamina to dance every song that is played can be considered remarkable. What makes Moy so extraordinarily impressive is that he is 97.

Moy was born on April 8, 1917 in Toishan, China to Leong Shee and Yee Chong Moy. He came to the United States in 1930, when he was 13 years old and lived in

Lewiston, Idaho with his father, who owned a restaurant.

Moy could only attend school until the 8th grade, because he had to work at the restaurant to help his father support their family. His mother and younger brother were still in China, so he helped by washing dishes and cleaning up in order to send money back to them. Moy speaks English and Cantonese.

Moy joined the United States Army from 1941 to 1946.

During his service, he lived in Nagoya, Japan for six months, the Philippines for six months, and the South Seas for nine months. In 1946, he relocated to Seattle, where he worked as a Boeing mechanic. His first marriage ended in divorce after three years, and then in 1950, he married his present wife Priscilla Moy. They have four children and

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■ arts & entertainment

A theatre pioneer...

Kashiwagi, 91, continues to act, write, reflect

Hiroshi Kashiwagi, 91, has been writing and performing since he was 15 years old.

With 76 years of experience under his belt, he’s still going strong. Recently, Kashiwagi held a reading before the screening of “Infinity & Chashu Ramen,” a movie he stars in, at the Wing Luke Museum.

“I just enjoy writing and it came rather easy for me,” Kashiwagi said. He usually writes about personal experiences or experiences of other people he knows.

He has four books and numerous plays under his belt. He is considered one of the early pioneers for Asian American theatre.

His book, “Swimming in the American: A Memoir and Selected Writings,” received the American Book Award.

He grew up in a small town, Loomis, Calif., where his parents had a fish market.

During the reading, he read a poem called “Tofu,” where he talked about grinding the soybeans after school at his parents’ shop for two hours a day. During World War II, his family was sent to Tule Lake War Relocation Center. There Kashiwagi was a part of a theatre group. During his reading, he read a piece about visiting Tule Lake 30 years after being held there.

While in the camp, he was forced, along

Photo by Darryl Bush

By Daria Kroupoderova Northwest Asian Weekly

Hiroshi Kashiwagi reads at the Wing Luke Museum

with other Japanese, to answer a form.

Kashiwagi refused to answer two questions, one that asked to swear allegiance to the U.S. government and the other was to renounce his allegiance to Japan. Because of his refusal to answer, his family was ostracized. After the Renunciation Act of 1944 was passed, he and others renounced their U.S. citizenship under

pressure from the U.S. government.

He went to University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and received a BA in Oriental Languages. He later got his citizenship back with the help of Wayne Collins, a lawyer who helped many people in the same situation as Kashiwagi. He also graduated with a Master’s in Library Sciences

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from UCLA and spent over 20 years at the San Francisco Public Library.

After retiring from the library, he was cast in “The Wash,” a play by Phil Kan Gotanda.

He also appeared in a few films, including “Black Rain.” Kashiwagi is still a member of SAG, although there are few parts to come by for a man his age, according to him.

When he’s not writing, Kashiwagi is reading or watching baseball and football.

His favorite teams are the San Francisco Giants and the 49ers. He also used to take a daily two-mile walk, but since has cut down to one mile after having a mild heart attack.

(He even showed up for his reading despite this.) He currently resides in San Francisco.  Daria Kroupoderova can be reached at info@nwasianweekly.com.

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■ PUBLISHER’S BLOG

OPINION

Can you reverse aging?

Yes, you can, if you don’t fall into the trap of turning into the stereotype of the grumpy old man or woman. How aging can turn folks into being so negative, insensitive, unkind, stubborn, self-centered, and unloving puzzles me.

What I do know is that sort of behavior motivates me to understand what aging is all about--how not to become one of them.

Instead, I use aging as a tool to make myself a better human being.

Certainly, there are cranky old folks who disapprove of everything--they find faults, judge characteristics, give little praise.

Age is supposed to mellow disposition, but sometimes it doesn’t. Those grumpies and crankies get upset easily if you don’t follow their ideology. They love to bicker. I can only conclude that they live with hate instead of love.

Is there something inherently wrong with this? Once these crankies chew on a particular target, their brain tends to get stuck, and are unable to shift the direction of our thinking.

And their thinking is strictly limited.

It definitely makes them fail to see other important elements to an issue.. Sometimes, important gray areas exist, which deserve examination.

We need to see possibilities. When it comes to communication, we should not attack or attempt to strip others of their dignity and credibility—we should instead focus on problem-solving.

I feel this type of cynicism is common among Asian men who think their age should have earned them the right to force their values and decisions on those who are younger and would probably disagree. The older they get, the more bitter and grouchy they become.

I have developed some anti-aging tips for myself to lead a more fruitful and happy retired life (…when I retire!).

1. Have an open mind Don’t insist on your old ways. Be receptive to new ideas. Support those who have great ideas. In life, there is give and take. I can’t recall how many times I have changed my position towards certain political candidates and issues after I attain more information and talk to different groups of people. I don’t consider that as giving in.Changing my mind is never equivalent to a sign of weakness.

Simply, it shows flexibility and my ability to gain insight via new information.

Yes, I can easily be persuaded and see many sides of the story. I am doing it not so much for objectivity, but to have a comprehensive picture of people and analysis of issues.

your mood.Many senior clubs offer exercise classes and even ballroom dancing. Why not give it a try? You kill two birds with one stone by meeting new friends and exercising.

If you do it together with friends, it always encourages you to continue exercising.

Don’t just exercise, devise a program with the consultation of your doctor just for you.

5. Meet new friends Be interested in people. Don’t say, “What do I care, I am 80 years old.” My late friend Tama Murotani, who lived until she was 93 years old, was always interested in meeting new and young people. Be curious about people and the community. That was her secret to longevity.

2. Watch your ego If I am wrong, I would be the first one to say sorry. I am always the first one in my company to admit mistakes. I don’t mind when my sons, friends, and colleagues correct me when I am wrong. In fact, I am lucky that I am in the company of smart people. Taking things personally doesn’t help anybody.

Moving forward as quickly as possible is the best approach in life.

I have to confess that I forgive quickly and easily (but not so much forgetting what happened).

3. Maintain your active mind Brain scientists have found that people can grow their brain cells even when they are in their 80s, as long they keep their mind stimulated and challenged. So keep playing chess, mahjong, and Scrabble. Keep learning new things and gaining new experiences.

It makes you feel fulfilled and happy.

One way to keep your mind engaged is to read the news. Current affairs keep you involved in our world. When you keep up with contemporary information, it helps you to be able to engage friends, family, and anyone interested in discussing what is going on around us.

4. Exercise, exercise, exercise For a healthy lifestyle, I exercise every day.

It enhances my energy level and makes me feel fabulous. Exercise can trigger your brain cells to grow, improve memory, and boost

Want to get the inside scoop on the latest happenings of Seattle’s Asian American community? Follow Publisher Assunta Ng’s blog at nwasianweekly.com under the Opinion section.

6. Work with young people If you don’t have grandchildren to play with, develop a desire to volunteer to help students.

You can volunteer in schools, community centers, and the Rotary Boys and Girls clubs.

Bob Santos, 80-year-old community activist, still volunteers to speak to many groups about the International District. The Asian Weekly Foundation’s summer youth leadership program students loved his tour and speech about the Danny Woo Garden. I am fortunate that I have several

young staff members in my office. It makes my life so much more enjoyable to have diverse ideas, life stories, and skills.

7.

Surround yourself with positive people My friend (80+ year old!) Vi Mar is always positive and warm.

So is Tosh Okamoto.

The first thing I notice about positive people is their smile. She is often the first person in the room to greet strangers. She has lots of friends and she treats them well.

She is fearless, but also thoughtful. A great communicator, Vi is a bridge builder.

The Asian community needs more people like Vi and Tosh.

I miss terribly the late Jimmy Mar. Whenever I saw him, he would ask, “What can I do to help?” He spoke with conviction and commitment. What an attitude!

The other inspiration was the late Ark Chinn.

His mind was often sharp. He’s always generous, passionate, and supportive of many causes in the community.

8. Anti-aging foods Make sure to eat your quinoa, grapefruit, and salmon. (See more foods on page 8) 

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■ editorial

George Takei came to town

It was a brief visit: a conversation with his husband Brad for AARP, greeting fans at Pike Place Market, and fielding media.

It was a big deal, however, because George Takei is a big deal.

He visited our city (which he apparently loves),and was able to meet with our reporter for approximately five minutes. Despite the brief interview, our fantastic reporter Jason said Takei was “great,” even though there was a limited amount of time to actually interview him. You can read our story about it on the front page.

Short amount of time, short everything, but we decided Takei deserves front cover, including this short, short editorial for this issue on the elderly.

Why so much attention?

He is George Takei.

He is also a senior: 77 years old/young. Yep. Many would probably would probably forget that, or not even realize that. (Asian genes.)

And then back to the fact he is recognized and celebrated as George Takei. There is something pretty amazing about how someone can be recognized more now (and is

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infamous) for being himself. He is George Takei, rather than being “Commander Sulu” of Star Trek. His commentary and advocacy for civil rights is inspiring and enlightening.

He is not only an actor; he is a true voice.

It’s a great statement about how it’s never too late to achieve even more, and we can be even more successful in every stage of our life. We all have plenty to look forward to and accomplish, no matter what age we are.

We tried to attempt to express that in less than 300 words and five minutes (but who needs to keep track of numbers?). 

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Are you saving enough? Survey SHAG senior shows Seattleites not saving for concerns a rainy day

By Kashi Yoshikawa Investment Strategist, Wells Fargo Private Bank

It wasn’t surprising to learn that although many Seattle-area adults believe they are Kashi Yoshikawa in good shape on immediate financial needs (paying bills, providing for family, etc.), they tend to be less “healthy” on more long-term goals, according to a survey released by Wells Fargo’s Wealth, Brokerage, and Retirement Group.

Seven out of 10 Seattleites (71%) report that living within their means relieves their worry about money (significantly higher than 58% of adults nationwide). However, far fewer say they are in ‘good or great’ enough financial shape to be able to retire comfortably (40%) or have adequate “rainy day” savings set aside for emergencies (49%). In addition, nearly half (45%) are worried about their financial future (similar to 50% nationally).

What does this mean?

Basically, we may not have the long-term outlook needed to back up a truly healthy financial future. Even though the survey found that a slight majority of area residents (52%) describe their household’s overall financial health as either

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“good” or “great” (vs. 44% of all U.S. households), the study also found that nearly half (49%) of Seattleites report having no type of detailed investment or financial plan, or even a budget to help manage their spending (similar to 42% nationwide).

The good news is that majority of surveyed Seattleites (58%) recognize that they would benefit from a professional financial or investment adviser, far more than the national response (49%).

It may seem a long way off and far removed from dayto-day concerns, but now is actually the best time to start planning and saving—no matter your age. There are several easy ways to get started. Consider these steps: Write down your retirement goals. Jot down your best guesses for the age you want to retire, where, and what you plan to do in retirement. You’ll change those goals along the way, but you need to start somewhere. If you’re married or have a partner, be sure you both do this exercise and compare notes.

Take advantage of any retirement savings plan your employer offers. Many employers offer a match – if you don’t contribute, you are essentially leaving free money {see YOSHIKAWA cont’d on page 19}

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Thank you for taking the time to listen to the concerns of the seniors of our area and being open to the idea of articles focused on bringing awareness to members of our community on the following issues.

1) Encampments of the transients.

2) Health issues being generated by discarded food left by the homeless transients, resulting in infestation of rats.

Food provided by Union Gospel Mission and well-meaning religious organizations.

3) Increased and blatant drug use and prostitution.

4) Residents experiencing safety issues as a result of the first three issues.

A community meeting to assist in resolving these issues was held in August at the Terrance, a SHAG property at 6th Yesler Way, this resulting in the following ideas for resolution: 1) Demand greater awareness from police, fire, and medical emergency agencies by calling 911 to report any activity by non-residents of our community, involving homeless transients.

2) Removal of the vegetation from the back areas, which invite the creation of encampments.

3) Invite local businesses and other housing to join forces and request area for an off leash dog park, many residents no longer feel safe walking their dogs.

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{LIHI cont’d from page 15} at 1010 S. Dearborn.

Sharon Lee said, “Scott Morrow and I had a chance to meet with the mayor on Friday and we want to thank the mayor for helping Nickelsville acquire the permit and for supporting tent encampments as a crisis response to the homelessness in {ICHS cont’d from page 5} unduplicated patients from King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties. Care is provided in over 50 different languages, making the agency one of the most diverse community clinics in the nation.

The 40,000 sq. ft. Shoreline clinic, designed by Miller Hayashi Architects, includes 20 medical exam rooms, 10 dental operatories, a medical laboratory, three community meeting rooms, an outdoor reflection garden, and 71 parking spaces. Dr. Kimo Hirayama, long-time physician at the ID clinic, and Dr. Ji Choi, ICHS dental director, have both relocated to the Shoreline clinic as part of the ICHS expansion, providing depth of experience to help the new clinic get up and running immediately.

Joe Sperry, the newly hired ICHS Shoreline health center

Seattle.”

The moving of the simple wood sleeping structures from our site on Jackson to the new Dearborn site was quite an undertaking and LIHI wishes to profusely thank John Gearhart and Brian Bergstrom from Synergy Construction for making it go smoothly and safely. Many thanks for making the move possible also to Ben Lie, Sheryl Nelson, and volunteers from

City Church, Tom Mathews from Walsh Construction, LIHI Board President Melinda Nichols, and Doug Hobkirk.

Big thanks also to the Lutheran Church of the Good Shephard who is the Nickelsville’s new church sponsor and to Coho Real Estate for hosting the camp on their property. 

manager, remarked, “The biggest challenge has been making sure we’ve got all the supplies in place as we begin to ramp up the number of appointments for patients. Dr. Hirayama was seeing one patient an hour during the first week, and he’s already added extra slots. Next week, he’s aiming for two an hour until he’s ramped up to a regular schedule in the next month.”

ICHS CEO Teresita Batayola noted that there were a number of walk-in patients during the first week. “That means there are people who have been watching and waiting for us to open,” she said. “Both the City of Shoreline and the nonprofits in the area have been fully welcoming. We expect those community partnerships will yield patients who will be referred to ICHS for assistance.”

ICHS had conducted a 2007 feasibility study, updated in 2010, which had pinpointed the urgent need for a clinic

in Shoreline. The recent expansion in Medicaid and establishment of the Health Benefits Exchange strengthened the impetus to move forward.

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For the week of September 27–October 3, 2014

By Sun Lee Chang

Rat — Don’t let fear of the unknown keep you from making a step that can potentially lead you to a successful outcome.

Dragon — While you are fairly efficient at spotting what should be done, there are other factors at play, which could impede how quickly you can get to them.

Monkey — Opening yourself up to new experiences can be a refreshing change of pace. You may be surprised at the perspective it gives you as well.

Ox — If someone is leading you down a path that is not desirous to you, then it is up to you to walk the other way.

Snake — Things might seem better on the other side, but don’t be lured as not everything is as good as it seems.

Rooster — If you are lucky enough to have a second chance, then don’t squander it. Instead, use it as an opportunity to show what you are really capable of.

Tiger — Although you have quite a storied past, there is nothing to stop you from creating an even more interesting future.

Horse — Be mindful of the entire picture and not just a portion of it. It will be easier to move forward knowing how things fit together.

Dog — Are you lamenting a decision that has already been made? Regret isn’t doing you any favors, acknowledge what you have done and move on.

Rabbit — Lend your support to a close friend who can really use it. For the most part, you will likely only need to be there to listen.

Goat — Are you feeling pressure to conform in some fashion? Go beyond what is expected and let your personality shine through.

Pig — Unsure whether a new acquaintance is a friend or foe? Until they prove themselves otherwise, give them the benefit of the doubt.

What’s your animal sign?

Rat 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008 Ox 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009 Tiger 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010 Rabbit 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 Dragon 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 Snake 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 Horse 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014 Goat 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003 Monkey 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004 Rooster 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005 Dog 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006 Pig 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007

*The year ends on the first new moon of the following year. For those born in January and February, please take care when determining your sign.

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{CHINA cont’d from page 5}

he likes to dance cha cha. He serenades while dancing. Other favorite dances are swing, waltz, tango, and rumba. Always a gentleman, Moy wears a long-sleeve dress shirt and slacks when dancing.

Recent studies have shown a correlation between dancing and lowering the risk of dementia by improving the cognitive reserve of the neural pathways of the brain. Moy is an excellent example of the health benefits of dancing. He has a straight posture, standing at 5’7”, 160 pounds with no belly fat. He is not only fit, but is a caregiver for his younger wife. He appears happy, healthy, has a quick wit, good vision, hearing, and still drives. He has a stunning memory with rapid recall and fires off names, dates, and locations without hesitation when asked questions. When told that he is an inspiration to others, he modestly replies that he is normal and nothing special. But Gene Moy is special and he is an inspiration to dancers of all ages. 

him several rounds of electric shocks, Xinhua said.

Xinhua said that according to Chinese law, when suspects are being interrogated, torture is prohibited, at least two interrogators must be present and no non-police personnel are allowed. It said the Harbin cases “reflect the chaos in the process of law enforcement and severely hurts the public’s trust in the judicial authority.’’

According to Chinese law, the maximum penalty for using torture to extract confessions is three years’ imprisonment, rising to 10 years if severe or disabling injuries are caused, and a potential death penalty if death results.

Hong Daode, a criminal law professor at China

University of Political Science and Law in Beijing, said, “It looks like the sentences given by the court are too lenient ... and it will set a bad example for future torture cases.’’

Any punishment remains rare.

Hong Kong-based Human Rights Watch researcher Maya Wang said police officers in China can commit torture with “impunity’’ because there are “no independent channels to make these complaints heard.’’

“Police officers who commit torture are rarely found accountable legally and even if they are ... the punishment given seems to be light compared to the crime committed,’’ Wang said. 

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{CLUB BAMBOO cont’d from page 1} members by younger members. Due to various demands in today’s society, the obligation becomes a major challenge to the younger generation.

Several King County organizations have stepped forward with services that fill the needs of these adults, as well as lowincome Asian immigrants and refugees.

Food

Club Bamboo at Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) allows elders to enjoy line dancing, tai chi, qigong, and $2 lunches – Laotian, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Japanese.

“People may think ACRS only assists immigrants, refugees,” said Gary Tang, program director of Aging and Adult Services. “If they have questions, just contact us.”

Meals on Wheels at Senior Services (SS) responds to the nutritional needs of homebound Asian American elders. SS Chief Executive Officer Paula L. Houston said, “We are now in discussion with Legacy House about having them prepare meals that will be available to be distributed to our Asian clients around King County.”

Senior centers/transportation

SS also features such activities as community dining, tai chi, mahjong, Chinese fan dancing, and “Enhanced Fitness” at its senior centers around King County. “Our transportation takes people to and from our senior centers, so they really become the hub of many of our other core programs,” Houston added. “The other place where we are serving specific Asian American populations and Asian immigrant populations is through our transportation.”

Public benefits

The National Asian Pacific Center on Aging’s (NAPCA) Helpline provides

bilingual help and translated information on benefits, such as Medicare, Medicaid, Low Income Subsidy, and Social Security.

The toll-free telephone numbers are: 1-800-582-4218 (Chinese); 1-800-582-4259 (Korean); 1-800-582-4336 (Vietnamese); and 1-800-336-2722 (English). “This year, we’ve handled over 9,000 calls,” said Alula Jimenez Torres, NAPCA Healthy Aging Program manager.

In addition to information about public benefits, the Chinese Information and Service Center (CISC) runs the Sunshine Garden Chinese Senior Day Care, whose staff helps elders to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle.

CISC helps many elders who “lack family or social support here, are socially isolated, and are physically isolated,” says CISC program manager Stephen Lam. “So, that’s why they need an agency like us to help them connect and to access the resources they need to maintain their independence and safety.”

Other services include naturalization classes, field trips, and counseling for Asian American elders 60 and older living in King County.

Job training/health

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) at NAPCA provides “paid internships” for Asian American elders at about 30 nonprofit and community service organizations. They gain new job skills, while serving the community.

“It’s subsidized employment training,” said Eun Jeong Lee, NAPCA national director for SCSEP. “We try to give them some guidance in how they can lead their lives, go from low-income to selfsufficiency.”

NAPCA also holds annual Senior Wellness Fairs.

Social/educational events and other opportunities

Seattle Public Library (SPL) Regional

Manager Wei Cai said, “In 2013, we provided over 6,000 programs.”

Asian American singles attended one of these programs last August, a social skills workshop combined with a Chinese Valentine’s Day dance.

“Many of them were seniors,” Cai said. “We always create programs to meet patrons’ needs.”

The SPL also has citizenship information, DVDs, music CDs, ESL classes, and, of course, books. It even offers live jazz performances and meeting room space, all for free. “(For) Asian Americans, particularly in my region, what’s popular is the print collection, like newspapers,” she said. “We have different languages.”  For more information about Club Bamboo, go to www.acrs.org/activities.

For more information about Meals on Wheels, go to www.seniorservices.org/ foodassistance/mealsonwheels.aspx.

For more information about Senior Services’ Senior Centers, go to www. seniorser vices.org/ConnectWithUs/ SeniorCenters.aspx.

For more information about the NAPCA Helpline, go to napca.org/helpline.

For more information about the Chinese Information and Service Center, go to www.cisc-seattle.org.

For more information about the Senior Community Service Employment Program, go to napca.org/employmentopportunities/scsep.

For more information about the Seattle Public Library, go to www.spl.org.

James Tabafunda can be reached at info@nwasianweekly.com.

{HELPING LINK cont’d from page 7} will hold its 21st Anniversary Gala on Sunday, Sept. 28 from 5p.m. to 8:30p.m. at the Mercer Island Community Center on Mercer Island. This year’s gala will celebrate the theme of “Growing As One,” and the nonprofit’s continued commitment to unity.

“This year’s gala marks an important milestone for us,” said Executive Director Minh-Duc Nguyen.

“Our focus is not only on looking back on our 21 years of service, but thinking about the present and future. Taking it one day at a time but continuing to grow as one — as a community through our clients, volunteers, and our work.” Her vision reinforces the gala’s tagline of unity: Twenty-one years. One year at a time. Growing as One. Guests will enjoy a lively, cultural evening, starting with reception and dinner featuring Vietnamese cuisine. The gala will also showcase cultural performances from Lien Tam Music Academy and the Lan Song Xanh Vietnamese Dance Team, in addition to an award ceremony honoring local organizations..

Last year, Helping Link provided over 4,800 hours of tutorial service to children, 1,300 hours of ESL instruction, and 1,800 hours of computer classes to Vietnamese American families. These services are invaluable in helping thousands of Vietnamese American youths, elders, and families thrive and find their voice in modern American society.

“Many immigrant families are facing the challenge of keeping up with technology,” said Nguyen. “We’re helping them bridge that gap with the expansion of our tech classes. We want to ensure our clients have the access they need in order to stay relevant in their jobs, families, or communities.”

Helping Link hopes to raise funds to sustain their current education and support programs, and expand their class offerings to the Vietnamese American community. Their 21st Anniversary Gala will help them achieve these goals. Tickets for Helping Link’s 21st Anniversary Gala are now available at $75 for general admission and $100 for VIP.  For more information or to purchase tickets to Helping Link’s 21st Anniversary Gala, visit www. helpinglink.org/2014-gala.

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{DIN TAI FUNG cont’d from page 1} Wasielewski’s position as a marketing manager with Intel allowed him many trips to Asia, where he sought out Din Tai Fung restaurants in the countries he would visit.

About seven years ago, Wasielewski was able to meet the current owners of Din Tai Fung through mutual friends.

“It started out as, ‘I’m a huge fan of your work,’ and the conversation led to, ‘Hey wait a minute, maybe we can do something here.’ At the time, I was living in the Bay Area working at Intel, but I knew that if I had the opportunity to open one, I would come back to Seattle, because I’m from Seattle,” said Wasielewski.

“I picked Bellevue at the time because of what Bellevue has become in the last five to 10 years with all the good work that Kemper [Freeman] and his company have done for downtown Bellevue. I felt that was the right place for our store.”

According to a news release from the City of Bellevue in 2012, Bellevue has in the last decade seen a growing immigrant community with many contributing to a booming tech industry, a trend that lends to higher foot traffic, disposable incomes, and desire for high quality service and food, which Wasielewski attributes to the potential for a successful store. The news release also speculated that the growing number of Bellevue’s diverse, high-powered workforce will continue to attract international businesses, and among them, stands Din Tai Fung.

“Taiwan as a nation really doesn’t have too many international brands. When you think about Korea and Japan, you have Samsung and Sony, but Taiwan historically has been a manufacturing type of place. It’s very rare that there is a brand that is well known internationally, certainly in Asia,” said Wasielewski.

In 2010, Wasielewski and his team opened Din Tai Fung in Bellevue Square to lines up to three-hours long and crowds as diverse as the city itself. Despite its built-in fan base ready to stand in line upon opening, Wasielewski opted for a different approach when opening the Bellevue branch, translating the brand in order to reach out to the masses.

“Looking at Bellevue, the model was to pick a very high-end mall with heavy foot traffic, and design the store with an above-average [aesthetic] in terms of how fancy it is, better than your typical Chinese restaurant, and really trying to mainstream it so that we target more than just the Chinese or Asian [population], but anybody and everybody,” said Wasielewski.

The cushy, polished Lincoln Square became the location for Bellevue’s Din Tai Fung, a branch vastly more similar to the look and feel of upscale Lincoln Square than the comparatively rustic storefronts of Taipei and even Arcadia. Under Wasielewki’s management, Bellevue’s location took an alternative approach from the franchise’s North American brethren, complete with a sleek interior, luxury mall location, and a bar with customized cocktails. He largely credits the franchise owners for having the foresight to allow for modern interpretation.

“The credit goes to the Din Tai Fung owners, who are open minded and smart about the importance of being local, whatever ‘local means,’ whether its local products or ingredients or just being local and going with the local market. If every restaurant in downtown Bellevue has a bar and you’re the only one that doesn’t, it doesn’t fit,” explained Wasielewski.

While the changes may have been jarring to those familiar with the Din Tai Fung brand, the Bellevue store achieved instant success. Just three years after Din Tai Fung Bellevue opened its doors, Wasielewski

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Foods at Din Tai Fung (Photos by Han Bui/NWAW)

and his team opened a new Din Tai Fung in Seattle’s University Village, taking a page from the model set by its sister store.

“I really believe that if we have the opportunity to showcase what we have with people who don’t know about Din Tai Fung, predominantly non-Asians, then we’ll do really well. We just need the opportunity. The opportunity I felt would come if you built and design your restaurant and put it in a mainstream area. That’s why we picked Bellevue Square and because of the success we have had, it was very easy to say, let’s do this at University Village, which has the same type of environment, a high-end shopping center with a lot of foot traffic,” said Wasielewski.

The precedence set by Din Tai Fung’s Bellevue model complete with a high-end shopping center location, modern design, and bar program has lent itself to the success of the University Village and has more recently led to expansions in Los Angeles, including the branch at Glendale’s Americana Mall and a forthcoming store at South Coast Plaza scheduled to open this month. While Wasielewski reserved speculation about future locations for the owners, the success from the Din Tai Fung model he helped establish will likely lead to more similar models in other parts of the country.

“The fact that I’m able to be a part of it, and to be a part of bringing that brand to the U.S., that’s probably one of the things I’m most proud of as a Taiwanese American,” said Wasielewski. “I can’t claim to be the first in the U.S., but we are the first in this particular model that we’re doing and I think people have been very happy that we’re here. That makes me proud, and it makes me proud to be able to bring my culture here and introduce it to the people here.”  Wasielewski will be a panelist at “Top Restaurants’ Secret of Success” luncheon hosted by the Greater Seattle Chinese Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 3, at the New Hong Kong Restaurant.

For more information about Din Tai Fung, visit dintaifungusa.com.

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About the study These survey findings are based on an online survey conducted from Nov. 13 through Dec. 4, 2013 among adults nationwide (N=1,004) and in the Seattle area (n=301 in King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties). Qualified respondents were non-students, ages 25 to 75, who are the primary or joint financial decision-maker in the household with household investable assets of at least $10,000. Survey results are weighted to reflect Census data for gender, age, race/ ethnicity, region, and household income to ensure representativeness. Assuming no sample bias, the maximum margin of error for the national sample is ± 3.1% and ± 5.6% for the Seattle area sample. 

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KING COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS King County is requesting Proposals from qualified firms interested in providing services to develop an Airport Master Plan Update for King County International Airport/Boeing Field.

The Request for Proposals, all addenda and current document holder’s list are available on the internet at http://www.kingcounty.gov/procurement.

The County will not mail, ship or fax RFPs and addenda.

Interested firms must register with the County at time of download and ensure that a valid contact email address is given. Notification of addenda will be sent to the registered email address. Failure to register will result in the Proposer not being notified of any addenda, which may result in rejection of the proposal.

The estimated price of this contract is $750,000.

The period of performance is estimated to be three years.

Contract Title: Airport Master Plan Update for King County International Airport/Boeing Field Number: P00161P14 Proposals due: October 23, 2014 Time: 5:00 p.m.

Pre-proposal Meeting: October 3, 2014 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Terminal Building Room 201, King County International Airport, 7277 Perimeter Road

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South SUMMARY OF WORK: This project is to develop an updated Master Plan that provides for future development and growth opportunities.

Plan development and preparation will include a thorough analysis of current and anticipated conditions, technical issues, development of alternative scenarios and conceptual plans, and environmental analysis.

This work is funded, in part, by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and certain federal requirements shall apply, including Foreign Trade Restriction, Affirmative Action, Government-wide Debarment and Suspension, and Governmentwide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace.

King County, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat.

252, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all Proposers that it will affirmatively ensure that on any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit proposals in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.

SUBCONSULTANT OPPORTUNITIES: Provided for informational purposes only, following are

subconsulting opportunities that may be available on this Contract: public outreach, environmental services, greenhouse gas emission inventory SBE UTILIZATION REQUIREMENTS: The Consultant shall ensure that at least 5% of the Contract Price for all Work, as amended, shall be performed by Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises Certified Federal Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Firms over the life of the Contract. Evaluation points for meeting and/or exceeding the SBE utilization requirements will be provided to each proposer responding to this requirement. King County will not evaluate the proposal and will not execute a contract with a Proposer who does not commit to meet at least the SBE utilization requirement as stated above.

QUESTIONS: Questions concerning this solicitation should be directed to Gib Myers, Contract Specialist at gib.myers@kingcounty.gov or 206-263-9323, TTY Relay: 711. The Proposer may be requested to submit the question in writing.

No verbal answers by County personnel will be binding on the County.

This information is available in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities upon advance request by calling 206-263-9400, TTY Relay: 711.

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