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It’s a wrap — but be aware, officers driving these particular cars still enforce traffic laws and other police duties. Marion County Sheriff Office's Traffic Safety Team, funded from traffic citations, is responsible for the enforcement of traffic laws and conducting traffic safety education in Marion County. The team's primary goal is to reduce the number of crashes through enforcement and education. “We don’t seem to have a problem with people who are speeding, but a lot of people are running red lights and stop signs,” says Marion County Sheriff’s Senior Deputy Jerry Wollenschlaeger. In part, with the awareness the wraps bring, he adds, “Car crashes are way down from a year ago. We had 18 last year, and as of mid-November, we have four — zero criminal crashes.” Currently, the six-member team drives four cars that can be wrapped and, most re-
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cently, two motorcycles wrapped in pink for breast cancer awareness. “The two bright pink motorcycles have gotten a lot of good responses,” Wollenschlaeger says. “We try to bring breast cancer awareness to people’s attention.” Deputy Andrew Derschon has a vested interest in driving one of the pink motorcycles. His mother died of breast cancer last year. “People tease me out in public about riding a pink motorcycle,” Derschon says. “I just tell them I’m honored to ride it. It’s great that our administration agreed to do something like this. Breast cancer is tied to everyone.” Additionally, MCSO has two Dodge Challengers wrapped with mirrored black-and-white graphics to let people know “we’re out in traffic,” Wollenschlaeger says. “One starts black at the front and works to white, the other white at the front and works to black,” he
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says of the cars that are driven throughout the county. “We also have a Euro car, wrapped like the police cars in England.” The unique Battenburg United Kingdom designed Ford Mustang was done specifically to mimic designs of European police cars and the visibility and distinct look they produce, he says. “We would like to do a wrap for child abuse or domestic violence month, and maybe Fourth of July,” Wollenschlaeger says. With more staffing and additional funding, a fulltime DUI car could be added to the
high visibility vehicle roster, he adds. On a lighter note, MCSO is also considering a car wrap for the annual Civil War between the University of Oregon and Oregon State University. “Half beaver, half duck,” he says. The department’s wrapped vehicles are drawing a lot of positive attention from the public, according to Wollenschlaeger. “There are a lot of thumbs up when we drive by in the new cars,” he says.
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The Salem Police Department joins Marion County on wrapping cars for public awareness and support for deserving causes. Deputy Chief Steve Bellshaw got the department’s wraps going with a pink car for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 2016. “We weren’t sure the guys would drive a pink car, but they love the attention it gets,” Bellshaw says. “People want pictures taken with it.” The wrapped car made national news with its debut, and was the start to other wraps for causes last year: Child Abuse Awareness in April, Veterans Awareness in May, Suicide Prevention Awareness in September, and a second run of Breast Cancer Aw a r e n e s s , again in October. “The wraps are on for a month, come back off, and then the cars are wrapped again,” he says. “We have
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sponsors that pay for the $4,000 cost, and their names go on the wrap they sponsor.” If additional sponsors come forward, more months will be covered, Bellshaw says. “One business wanted to do a flag wrap in November for Veterans Day, and then changed their mind,” he says. “We’d like to do a purple car for Domestic Violence Awareness month in October. All these causes touch the work of the police department.” Department personnel whose lives are affected by the cause of the month have their photos taken with the car, a very emotional undertaking for some, Bellshaw says. “As I talked to these employees, they were so emotional that the police department would do some-
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Above, local residents participate in Coffee with a Cop, a bimonthly program through Salem Police Department, at various coffee houses around Salem. Page 1: A special Salem police car wrap (top) was created for a Suicide Awareness program, and an Out of the Darkness Walk at Riverfront Park. Another car was wrapped for Marion County Sheriff ’s Office to bring awareness to the department.
thing to show support for them,” he says of employees
photographed with the Breast Cancer Awareness car.
“It was really eye-opening.” Wrapping cars, which must remain recognizable as police vehicles, is just one way the department reaches out to educate residents and support the community, says Angie Hedrick, management analyst for the Crime Prevention section, who also handles Salem PD’s media presence. Follow the Salem Police Department on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube for more community outreach. “Donein-One” are short, teachable segments on YouTube, covering timely topics each week, and jumping from Twitter to Nextdoor.com are weekly traffic quizzes. “It’s very important for us to make sure the community knows who we are as much as we want to get to know them,” she adds. “We also host an online chat once a month. It’s a great way to engage people.”
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To volunteer or get information about any of Salem Police Department’s community outreach, contact Volunteer Coordinator Jennifer Hingston at 503-588-6499 or the Crime Prevention Unit at 503-588-6175. Bellshaw says seniors can volunteer for a number of programs, including putting reader boards out in neighborhoods with speeding problems, patrolling disabled parking, or checking on homes when people are on vacation. “We train our volunteers and send them out in pairs,” he says. “If you don’t know someone you want to hang out an afternoon with and do some good, we can partner you with somebody.” ■
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Don’t let the flu bug bite you JANUIARY 2018 • nwboomerandseniornews.com
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for a day or two and some muscle aches, but nothing like the influenza virus would do to them,” Townes says.
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This probably sounds familiar: You shiver, sweat and your throat is on fire. Your head is pounding, every muscle aches and you’re exhausted. Even getting out of bed seems impossible. You’ve got the flu. It’s not pretty. In fact, it’s pretty awful. Influenza is a contagious respiratory tract infection that can turn your life upside down for at least a week, or longer— and with worse symptoms — depending on your medical condition and your immune system. The elderly are especially vulnerable, and are among the estimated 200,000 patients every year in this country who are hospitalized or succumb to the illness. According to the Oregon Health Authority, between 10 and 20 percent of the population becomes infected with influenza viruses. This year in Oregon, and throughout the Northwest, the flu season is projected to be typical, but still serious and unpredictable. Last year’s bout was a bit worse than average. Because influenza viruses mutate every year — something called genetic drift — a different vaccine must be
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made each year. This year, the vaccine is in ample supply and should be tough enough to do the job. In fact, there are two vaccines available — one of them more powerful than the other for those over 65. A cautionary note: Because the nasal version of the flu vaccine was considered less than effective last year, the Center for Disease Control is not recommending its use this year. As for those with allergies to eggs or other ingredients in
vaccines, there are egg-free vaccines available. Nevertheless, for some reason, you may have decided not to get a flu shot. “There are a lot of people who don’t want to get vaccinated because they are fearful,” says Dr. John Townes, interim division chief, Division of Infectious Diseases, Oregon Health and Science
University. “But I believe that fear is unwarranted. If you’ve ever had the flu, you would understand the risks of vaccination are far outweighed by the benefits of vaccination.” To those who insist that they got the flu from a flu shot, “really, what they likely had was a different virus or an immune response that gave them a low-grade fever
Calculating the risk What’s your risk? The biggest factors are who you are and where you hang out. “If you don’t come into contact with the influenza virus,” Townes says, “you’re not going to get influenza.” But, “people who are in contact with a lot of unvaccinated people, who are in environments like nursing homes, or who have significant contact with the public or young children who carry influenza, they will be at risk of influenza.” He’s a strong advocate of having kids vaccinated, too. “There isn’t a good reason not to vaccinate your children,” Townes says. “It’s one way of protecting grandparents.” Hospitalizations typically go up during the flu season, in large part because the influenza virus complicates existing baseline ailments, aggravating conditions such as
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4 MARION-POLK/COAST EDITION Thanks to the world’s smallest pacemaker, Ruth Bissett of Salem plans to take up line dancing again, volunteer more at her church and keep up with her big, growing family. On Oct. 10, she became the first patient at Salem Hospital to receive the new Medtronic Micra pacemaker (about the size of a large vitamin capsule) during a 25-minute procedure in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. The retired bus driver and great-grandmother has a condition known as permanent, or persistent atrial fibrillation, which causes a chronic “fluttering” of the heart that fluctuates between very low and high rates, according to her cardiologist Dr. Matthew Fedor, of the Oregon Heart Center. He’d been treating her for about 10 years with medica-
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Dr. Matthew Fedor is a cardiologist who worked with patient Ruth Bissett to implant a new type of pacemaker. He believed she was a good candidate for the new device, which is about the size of a large vitamin capsule.
tion and non-invasive “ablation” surgery. But when a recent cardioversion (a procedure to restore normal
heart rhythm) didn’t work, he knew she was a good candidate for the new pacemaker. The timing was right because. Fedor recently returned from training on the Medtronic Micra Transcatheter Pacing System, known as the world’s smallest pacemaker. The Food and Drug Administration approved its use in 2016.
Ruth’s dangerous predicament “The Micra will keep Ruth’s heart rate in a normal range so we can keep her on the medication she needs to maintain normal rhythm,” he says.
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heart failure, kidney problems or bacterial pneumonia. “It is like this,” Townes says, “when a hurricane moves through an area, the hurricane does some damage, but then there’s also collateral damage and complications from that event.” Those are the kinds of complications that often create severe illness and take lives. Most of the damage is done during the first day or two, so contact your doctor at the earliest sign of symptoms. There are anti-viral treatments that can lessen the effects of the flu. Don’t wait. Flu can lead to pneumonia,
Without consistent rhythm maintained by the Micra pacemaker, her heart rate could dip too low, he says — which means the medication (commonly known as beta blockers) would lower her heartrate to dangerously low levels. This lands Bissett in a predicament because without the medication, her abnormal heart rhythm could worsen, leaving her even more drained and light-headed – the symptoms she experienced right before the implant. The Micra came to her rescue, so to speak. “I can’t even feel it, and the process of getting ready took far longer than the surgery itself,” Bissett said the morning after her implant. “Many people were praying for me, and I felt a tremendous sense of peace going into surgery. I feel great.” Salem Health has a state-ofthe-art “cath lab,” which made this advancement possible locally. In addition to the Oregon Heart Center, Cascade Cardiology also provides the Micra implant at the lab. The lab performs the full range of cardiac, interventional radiology, vascular and electrophysiology procedures, and has expanded capacity to meet growing cardiology needs in the Mid-Willamette Valley.
The Micra is one-tenth the size of a traditional pacemaker and is self-contained, which means it has no wire “leads” that can eventually bend and break, a danger with traditional pacemakers. Bradycardia is the most common condition pacemakers treat. People with this condition have slow or irregular heart rhythms, usually fewer than 60 beats per minute. At this rate, the heart is unable to pump enough oxygen-rich blood to the body during normal activity or exercise, causing dizziness, fatigue, shortness of breath or fainting spells. Pacemakers are the most common way to treat bradycardia to help restore the heart’s normal rhythm and relieve symptoms by sending electrical impulses to the heart to increase the heart rate. Unlike traditional pacemakers, the device doesn’t require cardiac wires or a surgical “pocket” under the skin to deliver a pacing therapy. It’s small enough to be delivered through a catheter and implanted directly into the heart with small tines, providing a safe alternative to conventional pacemakers without the complications associated with leads, all while being cosmetically invisible. It automatically adjusts pacing therapy based on a patient’s activity levels. ■
especially among those with compromised immune systems. Advanced symptoms include sharp chest pains, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure and dizziness. If you have a heart problem, flu makes it worse. It’s the same with neurological, diabetic and kidney problems. Besides getting a flu shot, Townes encourages older adults to also get a pneumococcal vaccination to help fend off pneumonia. Those most likely to suffer complications from the flu are children younger than 5, but especially younger than 2 years old, pregnant women, and adults ages 65 and older. The fact is, the flu bug is already buzzing around again this year. And while there are
no absolute guarantees that an influenza vaccine will prevent you from getting bit, there are steps you can take to help fend off the little bugger. Vaccination is the first step. Beyond that, the medical community says these tips will make a difference: ■ Eat a balanced diet. ■ Get plenty of sleep. ■ Wash your hands often with soap and water. ■ Clean and disinfect surfaces that may be contaminated. ■ Avoid contact with sick people. ■ Cover your nose and mouth with tissue when you cough or sneeze. It is worth a little healthy prevention to avoid the nasty chills and ills of influenza. ■
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Oregonians may now purchase a voucher for a new license plate featuring a gray whale and her calf, with proceeds going to support the Oregon State University Marine Mammal Institute. The voucher can be purchased for $40 through the institute at whaleplate.com. Once 3,000 vouchers have been sold, the Oregon Depart-
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Bingo, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $5.50.
Bingo, 1 p.m. Wednesdays, Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $2.50 per card.
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(through Jan. 27) Theatre West: “For Better,” 7:30 p.m., Lincoln City Cultural Center. 541994-5663 or theatrewest.com.
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(through Jan. 7) Pentacle Theatre annual fundraiser: “Beauty and the
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Abigail Scott Duniway chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, 10 a.m., Brown House, 425 N. First Ave., Stayton. Speaker: Stayton Police Chief Rich Sebens. 503-769-5951. Red Cross Blood Drive, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Woodburn Public Library. Fitbit Wellness Training Program, 1 p.m. Mondays, through Feb. 12, Newport 60+ Activity Center, 20 SE 2nd St. 541-265-9617. Newport 60+ Activity Center trip: Three Rivers Casino, 8:30 a.m., 20 SE 2nd St. $10. 541265-9617.
Beast,” Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St., Salem. $25/$20. 503-485-4300.
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First Saturday Rummage, Art and Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE.
Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, with Charles and the Angels, 7 to 10 p.m., Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $5.
Tech Trek Saturday Edition, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Plaza Room, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. 503588-6315.
Community Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 10:30 a.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $6/$4.
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ASL: American Sign Language, 5 p.m. Sundays, for 10 weeks, 1859 Cider Co., 249 Liberty St. NE,
Ukulele Jam, 3:30 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $2/nonmembers.
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Mental Health First Aid training, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Good Samaritan Hospital, Corvallis. Free. shshealthed@samhealth.org, or 541-768-6811.
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Celtic Journey: Sounds and Soundtracks, 7:30 p.m., Rice Auditorium, Western Oregon University, Monmouth. Smithfinearts.org.
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Sons of Norway, Thor Lodge 2-042, 3 p.m., Salem Masonic Temple, 1625 Brush College Road NW. Officer installation, bring finger foods. 503-302-7973.
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(through Jan. 15) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration: The Power of Love, Nehalem Bay United Methodist Church, 36050 10th St., Nehalem. Includes film, storytelling and service. Free. 425-243-3765 or coastalsoulnw@gmail.com.
Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, with Jefferson Parks Band, 7 to 10 p.m., Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr., NE, Keizer. $5. Heroes and Rebels: A Tribute to David Bowie, 8 p.m., Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St., Salem. $15/$20. 503-375-3574.
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Shared Visions Support Group, 2 p.m., 680 State St., Suite 110, Salem. 503-581-4224 or info@blindskills.com.
3 Doors Down Acoustic: Back Porch Jam, 7:30 p.m., Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St., Salem. $23+. 503-375-3574.
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Opening reception for Nancy Lindburg – Images of Time: 65 Years of Art and Life, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St., SE, Salem. Free. Exhibit open through Feb. 25. Gregoire Maret: The Gospel According to Gregoire Maret, 7:30 p.m., Rice Auditorium, Western Oregon University, Monmouth. Smithfinearts.org.
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Pancake/ Biscuit and gravy breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway
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Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, with Crossfire, 7 to 10 p.m., Keizer/ Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr., NE, Keizer. $5.
Americana-bluegrass quartet True North, 7 p.m., Trexler Farm, 20146 Ferry Road SE, Stayton. $20/$25.
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Ukelele Fans of Oregon, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Anderson Rooms A/B, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE.
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Newport 60+ Activity Center trip: Spirit Mountain Casino, 8:30 a.m., 20 SE 2nd St. $15. 541-265-9617.
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Salem Art Walk – Final Friday, 4 to 8 p.m., Reed Opera House, 189 Liberty St., Suite B-2, Salem. Salemartwalk.com.
Oregon Symphony in Salem: Brahms’ First Symphony, 8 p.m., Smith Auditorium, Willamette University, 900 State St., Salem. $35$50. Orsymphonysalem.org. Beachcombing Clinic, 9 a.m., SW 33rd Street Beach Access, Lincoln City. 541-9961274.
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Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, with Lee Nicholas and Dianne, 7 to 10 p.m., Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr., NE, Keizer. $5.
(through Jan. 28) Oregon Wedding Showcase, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Oregon State Fairgrounds, 2330 17th St. NE, Salem. $10.
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Salem Winter Brewfest, 5 to 11 p.m., Oregon State Capitol Park, 900 Court St. NE, Salem. Salemwinterbrewfest.com. Send your calendar items to: Calendar, 4120 River Road N. Keizer, OR 97303 or email mte@nwseniornews.com by the 6th of the month for the following month’s publication.
Animal heroes wanted Do you know an animal who has made a difference in the life of a special needs child or someone with an illness? Do you know a person who has helped animals in some unique way? The Oregon Humane Society (OHS) is looking to shine the spotlight on animals and animal lovers who are true heroes. OHS is now accepting nominations for its Diamond Collar Hero Awards. The awards will recognize and honor animals who have acted to save a human or animal life
in peril, performed services within the community with undying loyalty, or overcome incredible odds in order to survive. Winners can also be humans who have had a positive impact on the lives of animals, exhibiting courage and compassion in the pursuit of animals’ well being. Award nominations are open to all two- and fourlegged heroes and can be submitted until Feb. 1. Nominations can be delivered to OHS or submitted at oregonhumane.org/get-involved/events/diamond-collar-aw ards. All nomination forms should be returned to: Oregon Humane Society, Diamond Collar Committee, 1067 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland, OR 97211, and postmarked by Jan. 30. The winners will be notified in early February and will accept their awards at the OHS Heroes Luncheon to be held on Feb. 28 at the Multnomah Athletic Club in downtown Portland. ■
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UPDATE Getting Active in 2018
At Center 50+ our New Year’s Resolution is to help you get ACTIVE. Our Fitness Center includes a cardio fit room complete with user friendly cardio equipment designed to provide a heart happy workout while protecting healthy hips, backs and knees. We also have a wide variety of hydraulic weight resistant equipment available to help build strength and aide in better balance. If group exercise is more your thing then we have a wide variety of fitness classes for you to choose from anything from SilverSneakers, Tai Chi, Yoga, Zumba, and Pilates to Tone Your Bones, Ready Set Fit and SilverSneakers Yoga. Fit 50+ also emphasizes mind and body care as we offer Massage Therapy to reduce aches and pains, and hand/foot care to help you relax and feel refreshed. Fit 50+ has several incredible member-
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Special Meetings and Seminars ■ North Salem Service Integration Team (SIT): January 3rd – 1:30 p.m. ■ Tax Consulting with the Oregon Tax Consultants: January 8 – 6:00 p.m. ■ Kaiser Permanente: January 9 – 10:00 a.m. ■ Legal Aid: January 12 - 9:00 a.m. Age Friendly Initiative meeting: January 17 – 2:00 p.m. ■ Caregivers Seminar: January 22nd – 1:00 p.m.
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January, and the beginning of a new year, is often the time people stop to reflect on their achievements of the past and set goals for the future. Center 50+, with the use of staff and volunteers, want to help you be successful in meeting your future goals. Some call them New Year’s Resolutions but our hope is that the changes you make this year are for a lifetime and will support your goal to live a longer, healthier, and more satisfying life. Check out our Lifelong Learning Courses, Health and Wellness Center, and special events. 2018 is going to be a fantastic year, please join us at Center 50+ where we All Strive to Reach our Life Goals.
ship options to choose from. Silver Membership starts at just $20 a month. The benefits of a Silver Membership include full access to fitness equipment, special promotional offers and invitations to Fit 50+ member’s only social gatherings. If you would like to be a Gold Member you would receive all of the amenities of a Silver Member with the added bonus of unlimited Fitness Classes (excludes MWF Yoga). Visit Fit 50+ today and let us help you decide which membership is best for YOU. All new members will receive a complimentary orientation class with one of our Certified Personal Trainers. SilverSneakers and Silver & Fit members WELCOME, we are here to help you find out if you qualify. Fit 50+ is open Mon.-Thur.7:30am to 7pm, Fri.8am to 5pm & Sat. 8am to 12pm.
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Featured Fitness Class for January: Ready, Set, and Strong
Mark your calendars — Beginning Jan. 2, Center 50+ will be offering an exciting new fitness class to help you reach your fitness goals. Ready, Set, Strong is a combination of strength and aerobic training. Mix a variety of cardio exercises with muscle building exercises for a full body workout that will get your heart pumping! This class focuses on working all of the major muscle groups in the body through a circuit training technique. Fitness Instructor and Certified Personal Trainer Jacob Fery promises a variety of exciting new exercises and a great total body workout. Classes are held Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am-10:00am. Cost: $6 drop in fee or 10 classes for $50.Your first class is complimentary.
Are you up to the Fit 50 Challenge?
It’s time to get motivated….. Whatever your fitness goals, the path way to reaching them can be found at Fit 50+. Beginning January 8th join the Fit 50 Challenge. It’s easy to join, simply be-
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come a Fit 50+ gym member and pick up your tracking sheet to track your workouts. When you complete 50 workouts turn in your tracking sheet to receive a great Fit 50+ prize, you will also be entered into a raffle to win a FitBit Charge 2. The challenge runs January 8th- April 15th 2018. To encourage you on this challenge Center 50+ is offering free fitness classes the week of January 8th -13th. Below is a list of all participating fitness classes :Evening Yoga, SilverSneakers Classic, Zumba, Ready Set Strong, SilverSneakers Yoga, Tone Your Bones, Tai Chi and Evening/Saturday Tai Chi. To learn more about the January fitness class schedule visit us online at www.cityofsalem.net/Center50 or come by the Fitness Center and pick up a schedule.
Nail Care & Haircuts at Center 50+
Licensed Cosmetologist Ana Correa provides foot care and haircuts at an affordable price. Foot care treatments begin with a foot soak in warm water, followed by a toe nail trim, file and nail polish if you bring your own nail polish, all for just $22. If you have a hard time doing your own
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foot care, this is the perfect option for you, enjoy stress free happy feet. If a haircut is what you need Men’s haircuts start at just $12 and Woman’s haircuts start at just $15. Ana is available every Monday 9-4 by appointment only. Call to make your appointment today 503-588-6303.
Massage Therapy at Center 50+
Have you experienced a massage with heated rocks and organic essential oils? In addition to the obvious benefits of stress reduction, massage also helps to increase circulation and joint mobility, enhance immunity, alleviate back pain, and leaves you with an overall feeling of well-being. Kathleen offers, a relaxing spa massage and foot reflexology. Kathleen is available: Mondays & Thursday- 10am-5:30pm; Tuesdays- 1-4pm; Wednesdays- 9am-12:30pm. Cost: $40 for an hour (Spa Massage) Foot Reflexology Cost: 30 min- $20 or 45 min- $30 Make an appointment today (503)588-6303 A special thank you to this year’s corporate sponsors Home Instead and Providence Health Plan.
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Please help us establish Life Long Learning classes by listing your name on sign-up sheets or calling 503588-6303 and ask to be placed on class list. Most class fees are not collected till the first day of class. New! Group Class Opportunity- Your Class… Your Way Would you like to take a certain class we offer here at Center 50+, at a more convenient time and along with your friends or family members? We can make this happen! Great idea for parties and special gatherings: · Art and Craft Class · Culinary Class · Fitness Class · Computer Class · and more Call 503-588-6303 for more information. Why Not Teach. Are you looking for a great opportunity to share your expertise or hobby interest? We are currently looking for Lifelong Learning instructors for the following subjects: arts and crafts, current events, film, history, people, places, culture, literature study, science and gardening. Call for more information call Bonnie Katich, ph. 503-588-6303. Rail Travel in Japan. Presenter Mark Kavanagh grew up in Brooklyn, NY where his love of urban transit began, particularly subways. Mark will share his over 25 trips to Japan for business and leisure over the past 27 years. Japan is a world of wonder, and can be intimidating. Tokyo will be hosting the 2020 Summer Olympics, so now is the time to learn more about the Land of the Rising Sun. Learn how a tourist using the rail system is daunting, but well worth it. From local trains, urban subways to the world famous Bullet Trains. Japan has everything. Class date: Sat. January 27. Class time: 10-11:30 a.m. Class fee: $5. Apple Cider Vinegar- Cheers to Your Health. Instructor Cheryl O’dell, Health Coach from Natural Grocers. Apple cider vinegar provides a laundry list of health benefits — you can even do your laundry with it! Learn how to use apple cider vinegar drinks to support blood sugar regulation, a healthy body weight, heart health, and more. Class date: Wednesday, Jan. 31. Class time: 1-2:30 p.m. Class fee: $3 Beginner String Art – String art is so simple and fun to do and you may have been seeing this one-ofa-kind craft décor in magazines lately. Let our new art and craft instructor, Sandra Dee (you may know her from the Center 50+ café) guide you through one
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of her favorite craft creations. In this class you will work on a wood board, choose to make either a jelly jar or a personal initial pattern, use a hammer to drive nails around the pattern, and then use embroidery floss, yarn or string to fill it in! Last day to sign up for class is Friday, Jan. 19. Class date: Wednesday, January 24. Class time: 2- 4:30 p.m. Class fee: $5. Additional supply cost: $7. Students are asked to bring in their own hammers.
Bob Ross “Joy of Painting” Workshop. You can learn to paint! Bob Ross created the Joy of Painting television series. His web site states: “All you need is the desire to make beautiful things happen on canvas.” Cost: $35 + $15 supply fee (includes canvas, paint, and use of brushes) for each workshop. Registration: Call Janet at 503-990-0064 to register. Payment collected at class. Class dates/times: Sat., Jan. 20 at 9-3 p.m. and Tues., Jan. 23, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Theatre Art Class - Two Part Course. Are you interested in theater? Would you like to attend a play here in Salem at Willamette University Theater? Join other like-minded adults for the play “Burn This” a play set in the bohemian art world of downtown New York in the 1980’s, on Saturday, Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. Instructor, Karen Bolliger, is a longtime theater goerbut not actress! Karen will present a study class here at Center 50+, in order to prepare for the play, on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 10-11:30 a.m. The class will discuss the plot, characters of the play and what we can expect to see. Students must come in before Tuesday, February 20 to register and make PRE-PAYMENTS in order to reserve your place on class list. Class fee: $5. Additional ticket fee: $10. Class date: Feb. 21.
Card Making. Make and take three adorable cards with instructor Joan Cowley. Class dates: Second Thursdays of the month. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Students need to bring markers, colored pencils, 2sided adhesive tape, glue stick and scissors. Class cost: $5. Additional supply fee to instructor: $3.
Spanish Courses. Instructor Hugh West has been teaching Spanish to adults for over 40 years and has lived in and traveled Spanish speaking countries in Spain and the Americas. Cost: All classes $120 for tenweek sessions. Instructor supplies required materials. Beginning Spanish - Fridays, Jan. 12- Mar. 16 (8:30am – 10am). Appropriate for students with no previous Spanish language, who know and understand a few words of Spanish or who “had-it-and-forgot it high school Spanish.” Intermediate Spanish- Fridays, Jan. 12- Mar. 16 (10 – 11:30am). Appropriate for students who wish to review basic conjugations in the present, past and future tenses; who wish to practice conversation, expand vocabulary, and move on to more advanced tenses such as the subjunctive. Advanced Spanish- Fridays, Jan. 12- Mar. 16 (12 – 2pm). Appropriate for students who speak, read and write Spanish and who wish to discuss current or historical topics through more advanced reading and writing. Topics will be selected by class members.
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New Class - Gift Bags, Boxes and More. Joan Cowley has so many ideas for making your gifts very special. This class is for all craft skill levels. Class date: Saturday, February 3. Class time: 12 – 2 p.m. Class fee: $5. Additional supply fee to instructor: $3-5. Fabric Flowers with Christine. Learn how to sew and have fun with other beginners. Make these adorable flowers that can be used as a fashion accessory for Valentine’s Day. Class date: Tuesday, Feb. 6. Class time: 10-11:30 a.m. Class fee: $5. Additional material supply fee: $1-3. Let’s Marimbaaaa! Four- class course. Learn to play Zimbabwean-style marimbas. We will learn to play simple, catchy tunes (including improvisation). No prior musical experience is required although a good sense of rhythm and beat is very helpful. The leader is Music teacher Martin Sobelman. All equipment/materials are provided. No class in Dec. Class dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 10, 17, 24 & 31. Class time: 12 – 1 p.m. Class fee: $50 for 4 classes. Space is limited. Drawing Course. Four class dates with Instructor Kate Cunningham. Re-view the World with Artist Eyes. Learn to draw what you SEE not what you know is there. Using pencil, charcoal and ink we will explore perspective and learn how to use light and shadow to give shape to objects drawn on See LEARNING, continued on next page
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January 2018 Volunteer of the Month: Judi Maulding
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease:
Living with the Ups and Downs of Distressing: Is medication the answer?
It may surprise you to learn that there is an up-side to distressing behaviors in individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease. This seminar will give an overview of how to maintain day to day comfort (for the person living with the disease AND for her/his care partner), how to analyze new behaviors and what to do when distressing behaviors surface. We’ll discuss an array of intervention actions, including whether the use of antipsychotic drugs is warranted and if so, when and how. This will all be discussed from the perspective of real life at home as opposed to the principles from a text book written from a desk far, far away from the day to day life at home with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Please join us on Monday, January 22, 2018, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road NE, Salem. This free educational seminar is for unpaid family caregivers caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia and others who are interested in assisting those with Alzheimer’s or related dementia. Presenter: Lynda Crandall, RN, GNP Gerontological Nurse Practitioner. Sponsored by Among Friends Adult Day Respite and Time With Friends Programs with additional support from NorthWest Senior & Disability Services. Please register by calling (503) 588-6303. Thank you to our sponsors: Douglas, Conroyd, Gibb, & Pacheco, PC; Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem: WindSong at Eola Hills: Senior Helpers: and Visiting Angels.
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Adult Day Respite and Early Memory Loss Programs
By Evelyn Ostermann “She just sits in her easy chair watching TV all day.” “He used to be so social and now he sleeps most of the time.” “I haven’t had time for myself in months.” “How much longer can I keep this up?” “Is there a place he could go to participate in activities and have some fun?” I often hear these comments from caregivers caring for loved ones with dementia. Caregivers struggle with caring for their loved ones living with dementia, both physically and emotionally, and not having time or extra energy to initiate meaningful activities. Center 50+ has two programs that fill a large need in the lives of families caring for loved ones at home. The programs give caregivers time for themselves and give their loved ones a day to socialize with friends and engage in lighthearted activities. Among Friends Adult Day Respite is a program for individuals living with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. Activities include socializing with friends, a nutritious lunch, mind stimulating activities, exercise, art, and music therapy. The program is offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Time With Friends is for individuals experiencing early memory loss. Activities include lunch and mentally stimulating activities in a supportive, fun, and creative atmosphere. The program meets on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. After enrolling their loved ones, caregivers often say, “I wish I would have known about you sooner. Why did I wait so long to get respite? Mom is much happier now and looks forward to her days at Center 50+.” If you know any family caregivers that might benefit from these programs, please refer them to the Respite Coordinator at 503-588-6303. Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Senior Helpers, Douglas, Conroyd, Gibb & Pacheco, PC and Visiting Angels.
LEARNING, continued from previous page a flat surface. We will be using live models, photos, art copies and imagination. On-going four week course. Beginners welcome. Bring a soft pencil for first day of your class, instructor will provide paper and an art supply list for future classes. Wednesday Class dates: Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31. Class time: 10 12 p.m. Monthly fee: $24. Intermediate and Beginning Evening Guitar Course. Instructor Carl Treski has been teaching since he was 20 years old. Grab a guitar or dust it off and join our guitar class! This five week course is for those who know basic chord strumming. We’ll be starting with easy folk songs working our way up to songs by the Beatles, Eagles, and others. Some music theory will be discussed. Student must provide own guitar. Intermediate Course dates: Wednesdays, Jan 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31. Class time: 6:307:30 p.m. Beginning Course dates: Wednesdays, Jan 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31. Class time: 7:30- 8:30 p.m. Class fee: $50. Additional cost for print materials paid to
Judi is an outstanding example of a Center 50+ senior. She has been with the Center for 7 years as a volunteer front counter receptionist, and she currently volunteers twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays. She has a positive attitude with everyone who comes to the counter. She greets everyone either by name or asks “how can I help you.” She is prepared with daily and upcoming activities at the Center. She never leaves a patron with an “I don’t know” answer. As she says, “I like to help people and visit with them. It’s fun to get to know the regulars who come in daily.” Judi fills her 50+ life with her family, friends, travel, and other community volunteer activities. She has 4 grandchildren who are involved in numerous activities, and Judi seldom misses attending and supporting those activities. Her love of travel includes friends from Center 50+ and others. She has traveled throughout the United States and Canada. Judi’s favorite travel destination is New Orleans, where she would visit again in a minute! Judi’s life before retirement was 38 years as an office manager for a forestry company which she co-owned. Judi was born and raised in Silverton, Oregon, and has 2 daughters, their husbands, and their children who live in the immediate area. Judi has a sister who has lived on Orcas Island for the past 26 years, and Judi visits her often. Thank you, Judi, for being a great example of what life can be after 50. Full! Center 50+ is honored to recognize you. Please make use of your “volunteer of the month” parking place in January.
instructor at classes. Private Guitar Lessons with Carl Treski. What a great holiday gift. Certificates are available. Learn to play like the pro’s — 40 years of experience are behind you when you learn note reading, chord strumming, and music theory, bar chords, position playing, and improvising. A song library of over 400 songs are available from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. So pick up that guitar and start now! Lessons are scaled to your personal abilities. All music and charts are free. Private lessons are $20 per ½ hour. Call Bonnie Katich at Center 50+, ph. 503-588-6303 for session arrangements. Ukulele Classes. All Classes are held on Wednesdays, starting Jan. 24 – Mar. 14. Call Ron Relaford 503-363-3164 or e-mail (ukes@ukephoria.net) to reserve your spot. Class fee: $56. Additional fee to teacher: $7. Plus a book fee for the beginning class and any new strumming students. Beginning Strum Class time: Noon – 1 p.m. Intermediate Strummers Class time: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
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Intermediate Note Readers/Orchestra Class Time: 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Line Dancing. Pre-Beginner Class: Dec.- Mar. 27th. Tuesday class time: 8:30- 9:30 a.m. Beginner Class: Tuesdays at 1-2 p.m. and Thursdays at 10-11 a.m. Intermediate Class: Tuesdays at 10-11a.m. and Thursdays at 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. Intermediate I and II Acrylic Painting. Classes are for those that have a basic knowledge of painting, using acrylic, oil or watercolor. Class will only be using Acrylics and will cover brush techniques, color mixing, textures, palette knife, composition and painting with gloved fingers! Students will be painting the same subject along with the instructor and will take home a completed painting each class. The instructor will call you with supply list prior to class. Intermediate I class dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 3 & 17. Intermediate II class dates: Thursdays, Jan. 4 & 18. Class times: 1- 3:30 p.m. Class fee: $28 each class date.
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ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS ❊ JANUARY 2018
JANUIARY 2018 • nwboomerandseniornews.com
Monday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:15 am 10:00 am 11:30 am 5:30 pm 6:45 pm
Woodshop Lapidary Billiards Jewelry Pine Needle Baskets Silversmith Yoga SilverSneakers Lunch Evening Yoga Woodcarving
Tuesday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:15 pm 5:30 pm 6:30 pm
Woodshop Lapidary Ladies Billiards Line Dancing - Int. History Discussion Group SilverSneakers Respite Care Tone Your Bones Lunch Tai Chi Line Dancing Tai Chi Evening Tai Chi Table Tennis
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Wednesday 7:00 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:15 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 1:00 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm
Sunrise Rotary Woodshop Lapidary Billiards Woodcarving Ukulele SHIBA (by appt only) Yoga SilverSneakers Respite Care Lunch Writing Life Story Jewelry Techniques Zumba
Club Meetings in January WAMS: January 4 - 6:00 p.m. Woodworkers Club: January 4 - 10:00 a.m. Spanish Club: January 5 & 19 - 8:30 a.m. Grow & Show: January 7 - 7:00 p.m. 4 Seasons: January 8 - 6:00 p.m. Lapidary Club: January 9 - 9:00 a.m. Book Club: January 9 - 1:30 p.m. Anglers Club: January 9 - 6:30 p.m.
Woodturners: January 11 - 6:00 p.m. Veterans: January 13 - 12:30 p.m. Needlepoint: January 16 - 12:00 p.m. Garden Club: January 16 - 7:00 p.m. Salem Exchange Club: January 18 5:30 p.m. Fuchsia Club: January 22 - 7:00 p.m. Iris Society: January 23 - 5:00 p.m. SREA: January 24 - 2:00 p.m. Woodcarvers: January 30 - 7:00 p.m.
It takes a Lifetime to get this Young!
Thursday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:45 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:15 pm 6:30 pm
For more information about anything you see in this UPDATE and activities at Center 50+ call 503-588-6303 or visit: www.cityofsalem.net/center50
Friday
Woodshop Lapidary Billiards Line Dancing - Int. SilverSneakers Line Dancing - Beg. Tone Your Bones Time With Friends Lunch Tai Chi Bingo Ladies Billiards Tai Chi Table Tennis
8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:15 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 1:00 pm 1:00 pm
Woodshop Lapidary Billiards Watercolor Studio Yoga Respite Care Lunch Cards/Games Woodcarving
HOW TO GET MORE INFORMATION
8:30 am Lapidary ● Call your newcomers 8:30 amfor Pool/Billiards
packet 503-588-6303 ● Tune in to KBZY Radio 1490 AM, Fridays at 8:10 a.m. ● Visit our Web site at: www.cityofsalem/Center 50+ ● Stop by the Center for a tour ● You may pick up a FREE copy of the NW Boomer & Senior News at Center 50+ or at many local merchants.
✤ JANUARY LUNCH MENU ✤ Week 1 - Jan. 1-5 CLOSED JAN. 1 Cheese ravioli Chicken stir-fry Swedish meatballs Chili con carne Week 2 - Jan. 8-12 Beef burgundy Chicken enchiladas Roasted chicken Meatloaf Baked fish or chicken Week 3 – Jan. 15-19 CLOSED - MLK Day Beef Stroganoff
Teriyaki chicken Penne w/meat sauce Baked fish or chicken Week 4 – Jan. 22-26 Chicken casserole Swedish meatballs Herb crusted chicken Lasagna Chili con carne Week 5 – Jan. 29-31 Beef ravioli Chicken enchiladas Meatloaf
All meals are subject to change
January Birthday Party!
TRIPS AHOY! 2018 TRAVEL FAIR: Saturday, January 20, 12:30 p.m. Friends of Salem Senior Center’s 2018 trips will be announced. Refreshments will be served. Laura from Collette will present a presentation on upcoming extended trips (Charming French Canada, British Landscapes, and Tropical Costa Rica). EXTENDED TRIPS FOR 2018 Western Frontiers, June 20-28, 2018 Cape Cod & the Islands, Sept 9-15, 2018 Philadelphia, the Poconos & the Brandywine Valley, Oct 21-26, 2018 Charming French Canada, August 24-31, 2018 British Landscapes featuring England, Scotland and Wales, Sept 27Oct 6, 2018 Tropical Costa Rica, Nov 8-16, 2018 New Orleans Holiday, Dec 2-6, 2018 Stop by and pick-up a flier for these extended trips (full Itinerary and pricing). TRAVEL PRESENTATION: Monday, February 12, 10 a.m. Western Frontiers, Cape Cod & the Islands, Philadelphia, the Poconos & the Brandywine Valley, and New Orleans Holiday. Trip Desk will have reduced hours December 1 – January 19. The Travel Desk will be open Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the monthly Birthdays on the third Friday of each month. Immediately following lunch on Friday January, 15th we will be serving cake. If it’s your birthday in January be sure to come for lunch, cake and a special gift. Everyone is welcome to join in the celebration. Thank you WindSong memory care for sponsoring our monthly Birthday parties.
JOIN US AT THE MOVIES!
CENTER 50+ PROVIDES A MOVIE AND POPCORN THE 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH. MOVIES ARE SHOWN AT 1:15 P.M. CLASSIC MOVIE - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10TH: THE PRINCESS BRIDE NEW MOVIE – WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24TH: TBA IS THERE A MOVIE YOU’VE BEEN WANTING TO SEE? WE TAKE REQUESTS! THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: ATRIO HEALTH PLAN
Center 50+ meets the legal requirement set forth by the Motion Picture Industry. As a licensed organization the senior center has permission from the Motion Picture Licensing Corporation (MPLC) to provide public showings of movies/videos.
DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
Driver Safety/55 Alive: January 8th – 1:00 p.m. & January 11th – 1:00 p.m. Driver’s safety program is two sessions of instruction presented by AARP to improve your driving skills. Upon completion of the course you may qualify for a reduction in your auto insurance premium. Call Center 50+ at 503-588-6303 to register.
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Thriving in a ‘gig’ economy
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NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • JANUIARY 2018
Surprisingly, it’s easier than you might think By MARY OWEN
BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS
Oregon’s labor market is doing great. “Jobs are being added at a very good rate,” says Nick Beleiciks, a state employment economist with the Oregon Employment Department. “In fact, Oregon has been adding jobs faster than the nation since 2013. The unemployment rate this year is the lowest it’s been in 40 years, which is as far back as comparative figures exist. These are signs that Oregon’s economy is doing well.” Beleiciks credits strong growth and low unemployment for changing the economic conversation from “How do we find enough jobs for all these workers?” to “How do we find enough workers for all these jobs?” “As more employees reach retirement age and leave the workforce, some employers are struggling to find enough workers to replace them,” Beleiciks says. “Businesses are looking for people with previous related work experience, which can be hard to find among applicants.” Although many over age 50 are retiring and leaving the labor force, he says others are choosing to continue to work. “One in five Oregonians age 65 years and over remains in the labor workforce,” he says. “That’s double the share of seniors who were in the labor force 30 years ago. It’s not just an Oregon thing. Seniors across the nation are now more likely to participate in the labor
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Above, Cathi Eastman drives patients to their medical appointments as a way to supplement her income. She’s also a partner in an online business. Right, Sue Miholer working the registration table at the 2017 Christian Writers conference. Below, Nick Beleiciks, a state employment economist. market than the previous generation.” Many retirees are starting their own business ventures, taking a parttime position or consulting. With the overall health of the economy, Beleiciks believes this is a good move for many older adults. “The opportunities are out there,” he says. “Make sure to get advice from a financial planner to maximize your income from benefits and earnings from work. Experienced job seekers have a lot of options right now. Boomers may be able to find part-time work related to their former career, or apply their experience and skill sets to an entirely different line of work.” In 2007 at age 62, Sue Mi-
holer retired from a position as special education instructional assistant for the Salem-Keizer School District. “Only because I felt I was too old for people to be telling me what days I could and couldn’t take off,” she says. “It was a job I enjoyed, and I subbed for another five years two or three days a week in special education classrooms – on my schedule. That also gave me experience to volunteer on the team at my church that works with special needs kids so the rest of their families can attend church together.” Since 1998, Miholer has been involved with Oregon Christian Writers, and has served as the organization’s business manager for the last decade. “I get paid a small stipend monthly for about 40 hours of work a month,” she says. “But it has also given me lots of contacts in the writing commu-
nity, and I freelance edit for publishers and mostly individuals who are preparing to selfpublish.” In the last 16 years, Miholer has edited at least 60 booklength manuscripts. “I like the fact that I can live the business side of my life on my own schedule,” she says. Cathi Eastman, 64, is a partner in the online business, scottishpatterns.com. Since the business has a limited target audience, she recently chose to drive patients to medical appointments, other than emergencies, as a way to augment her finances. “They depend on us to get to their facility or back home safely,” says Eastman, who works for Mercy 1 Transportation. “It’s a big responsibility.” Everyone has life tales to share, she says. “And I love hearing my passengers’ stories,” Eastman adds. “Sometimes I think that we drivers might be the only person someone can share their hearts with.” Beleiciks says companies like Uber, Airbnb and TaskRabbit are high-profile examples of the gig economy, which
includes any work done on a short-term contract. “It’s easier than ever to find customers online through gig economy platforms and social networks,” he says. “Anyone can post on Facebook that they’re interested in babysitting, or doing alterations, or some other gig.” Help and advice for starting your own business in Oregon is available from a variety of sources, according to Beleiciks. “A great place to start is through a local Oregon Small Business Development Center,” he says. For the Small Business Development Center in Salem, call 503-399-5088. ■
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