SE EA PL
G FOR
ON EEAKE FR T
N LOOKI
ERE! GHT H IT’S RI
E
THE NORTHWEST’S OLDEST AND LARGEST PUBLICATION FOR OLDER ADULTS
METRO | MAY 2019
o u r
PLUS
beaches
+ Road Scholar + A Walk Around PSU + Travel to South Africa
For the 50+ Crowd
SP
L A I EC
ED
N O I IT
A Day in the Life
The day begins with breakfast cooked to order. A full schedule of activities provides exercise and socialization to keep you moving and thriving. Home life is centered around open kitchens and cozy living rooms. Your family is welcome in your home to join you as you enjoy life at Elite Care.
Unique residential care communities: • Private one bedroom suites with bathrooms • 24/7 monitoring for independence and safety • Chef and Activity Coordinator for each 12 suite home • Couples stay together • Pets welcome • Respite stays available
Call Today for Lunch and a Tour! (503) 653-5656 Oatfield Estates 4444 SE Oatfield Hill Rd Milwaukie, OR 97267
Fanno Creek 12353 SW Grant Ave Tigard, OR 97223
OUR Travel ISSUE
6
METRO | MAY 2019
22 10 DEPARTMENTS
9 Special Travel Page 16-17 Retirement Living 18 Calendar 20 Classifieds 22-23 Service Directory
www.elitecare.com O N T H E COV E R : N E H A L E M BAY/O R EG O N STAT E PA R KS
2 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
Northwest
50 Plus
VOLUME 22 | NUMBER 5
OREGON’S OLDEST & LARGEST 50+ PUBLICATION 3 Editions serving adults aged 50 and older Portland-Metro-Vancouver, Marion-Polk-Coast, Metro: Linn-Benton Lane P.O. Box 12008, Salem, OR 97309 4923 Indian School Rd. NE, Salem, OR 97305 503-304-1323 | 1-877-357-2430 | FAX 503-304-5394 info@northwest50plus.com Northwest50Plus.com
You’re Invited to
Cinco De Mayo Celebration Dance Chihuahua Desert featuring
Subscriptions $26/year | $49/2 years
MICHELLE TE General Manager & Managing Editor mte@northwest50plus.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Maggi White, Mary Owen, Vanessa Salvia, Barry Finnemore, Pat Snider, Grace Peterson, B. Lee Coyne and Anne Richardson EAGLE MEDIA LAB Design production@eaglemedialab.com DOREEN HARROLD Bookkeeper dharrold@northwest50plus.com JOAN RILEY Advertising Sales, Portland-Metro joan4freedom@comcast.net LARRY SURRATT Advertising Sales, Portland-Metro-Vancouver lsurratt@northwest50plus.com SUSAN CICCARONE Advertising Sales, Marion-Polk-Coast sciccarone@northwest50plus.com REUBEN PACHITO Advertising Sales, Lane | Metro rpachito@northwest50plus.com Printed by Eagle Web Press, Salem, OR
Northwest 50 Plus is published monthly and locally owned and operated by Eagle Newspapers, Inc. The entire contents of this publication are copyrighted by Northwest 50 Plus. Any use of all or any part of this publication is prohibited without written consent of the publisher.
Saturday, May 4th at 2 PM
Margaritas, Appetizers & Door prizes!
Including a chance to win a gift card to Pepitas Mexican restaurant!
Admission is FREE & everyone’s invited, please RSVP! A Senior Living Community
5450 SW Erickson Avenue | Beaverton, OR 97005
503-643-9735
METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 3
TRAVEL | ON THE ROAD
road scholar
C SPE
IAL
EDI
TIO
N
By M AG G I W H I T E
THIS PROGRAM ENHANCES TRAVEL AND LEARNING EXPERIENCES
C
AROLYN RUNDORFF HAS A STRONG APPEtite for curiosity and learning, something that has fueled her travels in retirement.
A longtime widow and retired middle school librarian, Rundorff, 78, doesn’t buy into the notion that “I’m too old for that.” She intends to keep active as long as she can. She’s among a growing number of older adults who represent a significant shift in their mindset about travel. Data shows that seniors are leaning toward adventure and educational travel in growing numbers. One study states, “The latest generation of senior citizens is proving healthier and wealthier than their predecessors and are spending more on experiences rather than on material goods.” It’s through a travel program called Road Scholar that
Rundorff has found the adventure she’s been seeking. The program is an outgrowth of Elderhostel and is the nation’s largest not-for-profit educational travel organization for adults, “a true university of the world,” according to press materials. It offers 5,500 programs in 150 countries and 50 states, and provides opportunities for giving and receiving financial aid. Since 2001, Rundorff has taken 27 educational tours with Road Scholar, providing her with adventures, close friends and an education about people she wouldn’t have met otherwise. The tours and volunteer projects have created, for her, a fulfilling life. Some of her travels include volunteering for Mardi Gras, Habitat for Humanity and the National Parks Service. She’s built trails and homes across the United States. She now acts as a volunteer ambassador for Road Scholar, speaking to local service clubs about what the program offers. Through its Many Faces of Oregon, she often joins tour groups and shares information on Portland, the Oregon Coast and
Assisted Living-It-Up. At Canfield Place Retirement Community we’ve found that a little help goes quite well with a lot of fun. Let us show you how we can help you feel your best every day at a complimentary lunch and private tour. Call (503) 446-4773 now.
It’s More Than Retirement. It’s Five-Star Fun.
14570 SW Hart Road • Beaverton • (503) 446-4773 • canfieldplace.com
4 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
CO U RT ESY P H OTOS
Columbia Gorge. She also talks to tour groups at Pittock Mansion and Vista House. It’s an opportunity to meet people from around the country. “I have great times,” she says. Road Scholar reports that it has seen a steady growth in total program enrollment over the past five years, including a significant increase in the number of women traveling alone. Among Rundorff ’s international trips are Kenya, Cuba and Switzerland. She’s often traveled solo, but now travels with several women from Georgia, two of whom she met at Mount Hood on a tour titled “Historic Lodges of the Pacific Northwest.”
Walk away your pain with Dr. A!
Senior & Diabetic Nail Care
Most Medicaid, Commercial plans, Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans accepted! Needle-free Injections Custom Orthotics Gout Treatment Ingrown Toenails Fungal Nails Bunions Hammertoe Corns, Calluses & Warts Diabetic Shoes Children Flat Feet Neuroma Diabetic Wound Care
Amnionic Growth Factor for repair of tendon and heal pain.
We offer the latest medical interventions for fast recovery with minimum downtime.
• Laser treatment for fungal nail • Diode Laser
for treatment of heel pain, neuroma and tendonitis
• Sinus Tarsi Stent
forever arch support
She also enjoys traveling with her grandchildren on the intergenerational tours. “They loved it,” she says. A new program for caregivers allows them a respite from the emotional and physical demands of caregiving. Donors help offset the costs of the Road Scholar trip and care while caregivers are away. “Road Scholar has been an asset in my life,” Rundorff says. Learn more at roadscholar.org. ☸ Above, one of Carolyn Rundorff’s favorite trips was to Yellowstone National Park, where she rode a “snow cat” to get around the park’s snowy landscape. She went with three other friends and spent Christmas at Old Faithful Lodge. She still got to see the mudpots and geysers, and enjoyed a park with few tourists but an abundance of wildlife.
• Non-Invasive Shockwave Therapy for treatment of chronic heel pain
Mention This Ad And Receive
$20
Off
Good towards new patient office visit at Advanced Foot Clinic. One certificate per person. This certificate has no cash value.
Advanced Foot Clinic Hamid R. Arabshahi, DPM
503-612-4040 | www.advancedfootclinic.org 6464 SW Borland Rd, B3 Tualatin
Advanced Foot Clinic complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Advanced Foot Clinic does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Advanced Foot Clinic provides free aids and services to people with disabilities to communicate effectively with us, thru qualified language interpreters. Advanced Foot Clinic cumple con las leyes federales de derechos civiles y no discrimina por raza, color, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad o sexo. Advanced Foot Clinic no excluir a las personas o tratarlas diferentemente debido a raza, color, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad o sexo. Advanced Foot Clinic proporciona ayuda gratis y servicios para personas con discapacidades a comunicarse con nosotros, a través de un intérpretes de lenguaje especializado.
METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 5
C SPE
IAL
TIO EDI
N
beaches
our
104
Warrenton
105
By M A RY OW E N
Gearhart Seaside
I
F YOU JUST WANT TO relax or you’re looking for adventure, Oregon’s beaches have something for everyone – diverse landscapes, sandy beaches, rocky shores, dunes, caves and cliffs, towering pines, tide pools, whales and sea otters, an abundance of wildlife, flowers and fauna, lighthouses and breathtaking views. Here we’ve compiled a list of some of the best beaches for the 50+ population. We’ve considered ease of access to the beach, the view, parking, pets, and more.
North Coast
LEGENDA
HUG POINT STATE PARK Hug Point is a popular northern Oregon beach that features natural caves and a small waterfall. ACCESSIBILITY: Easily accessible cliffs and shallow caves along the beach. Steep sloping walkway to the beach. VIEW: Panoramic views. PETS: OK for pets. PARKING/LOCATION: On U.S. 101, five miles south of Cannon Beach near Tolovana Park. AMENITIES: Restrooms, picnicking, fishing, no potable water.
INTERSTATE
U.S. ROUTES
100
Asto
OREGON ROUTES STATE HIGHWAY B MANZANITA BEACH NUMBER The town of Manzanita has an
uncrowded beach that features seven miles of pristine sand and amazing views of Neah-kah-nie Mountain. The beach is convenient to downtown. Great kite-flying spot. ACCESSIBILITY: Easy beach access and flat beach stretches along the coastline. VIEW: Good panoramic views. PETS: Great for pets. LOCATION/PARKING: Halfway between Seaside and Tillamook. Look for public parking signs near the beach. AMENITIES: Water sports, horseback riding, fishing, crabbing, clamming and hiking at Neah-kah-nie Mountain. Nearby you’ll find a golf course, airport
COUNTY BOUNDARY H U G P O I N T/O R EG O N STAT E PA R KS
CITY LIMITS
ROUTE SHIELDS INTERSTATE A
9
E
Necan
North Coast Cannon Beach
53
A
4
Nehalem Manzanita
B
Wheele
9
Rockaway Beach Garibaldi and Nehalem Bay State Park. HONORABLE MENTION: Cape Meares State Park, Sitka Sedge State Natural Area. Bay City North Central Coast Oceanside
C FOGARTY CREEK 131 meet Tillam Where theNetarts creek and the ocean is a nice beach with wind-sheltered picnic areas and a covered picnic shelter. Good place to fish, watch birds or explore its many tidepools. Wooden footbridges arch through a native 9 forest. Cliffs rim the beach where the creek flows into the sea, cutting through a scenic ocean cove. ACCESSIBILITY: Easy beach access with Hebo two entrances. VIEW: Good wildlife viewing. 22
6 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
32
ROA D S E N D/ B O B G I B S O N / E X P LO R E L I N CO L N C I T Y
U.S. PETS: Nice place to take pets. PARKING/LOCATION: Two large parking lots, on U.S. 101, two miles north of Depoe Bay. AMENITIES: Restrooms, interpretive station, picnic area.
D TAFT BEACH (SW 51ST STREET)
This beach on Siletz Bay offers a long stretch of sand that is perfect for building sand castles. See tidepools, a forest of driftwood, and more. And the nearby historic district offers charming shops and boutiques. ACCESSIBILITY: Flat access. VIEW: Wide open views. PETS: Very dog-friendly.
32
Neskowin
PARKING: Parking is limited at most access points to south beaches. Ample parking nearby with short walk. LOCATION: Southern end of Lincoln City (near Mo’s) AMENITIES: Restrooms, foot-wash station.
North Central Coast
E D C
OREGON
D 39
Otis
18
Lincoln City
E ROADS END STATE PARK
Drive past the Chinook Winds Casino on NE Logan Road and you’ll run into Roads End State Park, a neighborhood beach with a short paved path down to the sandy beach. ACCESSIBILITY: Easy access, but must walk over some rocks to hop onto the beach.
Kernville 181
Depoe Bay
229
Otter Rock Siletz Newport Toledo
Eddyville 33
Waldport 27
101
Yachats
9
Gree Deadwood
Swis 126
Florence
Mapleton
Dunes City
METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 7
Gardiner
9 VIEW: Stay for the sunset. LOCATION/PARKING: 5860 NE Logan Road, Lincoln City. Small parking lot maintained by state park system. Easy to sit and watch the beach from your vehicle on stormy days. AMENITIES: Restrooms, foot-wash station. HONORABLE MENTION: Cape Foulweather, South Beach State Park.
Central Oregon Coast
North Bend
GH F
F SHORE ACRES STATE PARK
This is the gold standard for beautiful beaches/coastline in central Oregon. Get spectacular views and a private beach, plus a fantastic botanical garden that blooms year-round. ACCESSIBILITY: Easy parking, access to the gardens and cliff views, but it’s a hike down to the beach. VIEW: Stunning views of rocky and sandy shorelines. PETS: Dogs are not allowed outside your vehicle. LOCATION/PARKING: 89039 Cape Arago Hwy., Coos Bay. Lots of parking, including RV parking. AMENITIES: Enjoy amazing views overlooking the Pacific Ocean, and hiking down to the small beach.
Coos Bay
Charleston H BASTENDORFF BEACH PARK
24 0
Central Oregon Coast
1 24
This beach is good for walking. When the tide is out, you can get around to the south end of the beach and a cove where 4 is allowed at this beach you can explore. Free wild camping 24 Management. owned by the Bureau of Land ACCESSIBILITY: Need to get through heavy dry sand to access the beach. VIEW: Panoramic view42 of the ocean without ever having to get out of the car. Then you S can drive down to the lower parking lot and walk out onto the beach. PETS: Good place to go for walks. PARKING: Parking is up on the bluff, where you can sit and enjoy the views, especially nice on Oregon’s windy days. LOCATION: A short drive from Charleston, about a quarter-mile off the Cape Arago State Highway. Two ADA-accessible vault restrooms. 9AMENITIES: HONORABLE MENTION: Cape Arago. ☸
Bandon
G SUNSET BAY STATE PARK
Myrtle Poin
2 24
This beach is small, but it’s in a protected cove, which means less wind and gentle waves. Great for tide-pooling. ACCESSIBILITY: Very easy to access the beach. VIEW: Expect to see kayakers who love the protection of the cove, and surfers catching a wave. PETS: Four pet-friendly yurts. LOCATION/PARKING: 89814 Cape Arago Hwy., Coos Bay. Easy parking. AMENITIES: There’s a gazebo, grassy area and picnic tables. Bring lawn chairs to sit and enjoy the view.
Looking for #9? Visit northwest50plus.com to find out our final choice, plus more lists and photos.
250 Knights of Pythias
Powers
Active Retirement Center Sixes Affordable Housing for all incomes... ◆ Private pay starting at $820 ◆ Great location ◆ Subsidized studios & 1 bedrooms ◆ 24-hour security ◆ Small pets welcome
CALL Lori today to schedule a complimentary tour & lunch
360-696-4375
It’s time Port Orford to feel
young again!
251
We offer regular Excursions ◆ Exercise ◆ Entertainment Art Classes ◆ And a whole lot of FUN!
3409 Main Street Vancouver, WA 98663 8 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
101
YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER
see beautiful oregon! COVERED BRIDGES ARE A GATEWAY TO OUR STATE
Portland is the gateway to Oregon — for many visitors it is their first look at this great state. Another “gateway” to Oregon is the large number of covered bridges. How many have you been able to see? These bridges showcase what is truly Oregon. “A Bridge with a House … Oregon Covered Bridges” is just what you need to learn about all 51 covered bridges in Oregon. You can’t see them all in one trip, but take it bite by bite, and you’ll want to see more. Covered bridges reflect the history of many states, but I offer more than the bridges — I show you Oregon. When you visit the bridges, you will see the countryside, the rivers, mountains and old towns. You’ll get away from the city, see how this state began and why so many people want to visit. My book is softback and easy to take along as you go. The book divides the bridges by county, provides a brief history and, importantly, directions to each bridge. Put covered bridges on your travel list for the spring and summer and see what Oregon is all about. My book is your first step. ◊
C SPE
IAL
EDI
TIO
N
tips
Why does it have to be so hard to check out of a hotel with your earbuds, phone charger and sunglasses? The Wedgewood Lodge in Breckenridge, Colorado identified the top nine items left behind in their hotel rooms, citing jewelry as the most common forgotten item. Cell phone chargers were a close second, usually still plugged into wall outlets. Make a checklist of all those pesky items you’re likely to leave behind to review before you hand over your room key. Don’t forget to look within the bed sheets, on the patio, even under hanging towels in the bathroom. ◊
Not only will you see all 51 of Oregon’s Covered Bridges on these beautiful 8x10 color pages, with a brief description and history, you can also go out and experience them for yourself with directions to each bridge.
3 books in one:
✓ Coffee table book ✓ Great travel book ✓ A great gift
Take a scenic ride through Oregon
Pick up your copy today and enjoy the journey!
Available now at: Barnes & Noble (Eugene & Beaverton) Powell’s Book Store - Portland • barnesandnoble.com • amazon.com METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 9
TRAVEL | LOCAL
south
LET ’S CELEBRATE! There’s more to do Mondays in May at ilani.
By M AG G I W H I T E
ENJOY OFFERS AND FUN FOR GUESTS 50 AND OVER Promotions begin on Monday, May 6, 2019.
FREE GIFT MONDAY, MAY 6 8AM–4PM KEEP YOUR RINGS IN ONE PLACE WITH A STUNNING CRYSTAL PIECE! VISIT THE PROMOTIONS BOOTH TO CLAIM YOUR WATERFORD RING HOLDER! While supplies last. Limit one gift per eligible Momentum member.
I
JAMIE GOETZ TRIBUTE TO FRANK SINATRA
VIRTUAL SLOT TOURNAMENT
MONDAY, MAY 13 1PM
MONDAY, MAY 20 8AM–4PM
FREE SHOW AT MUZE LOUNGE! HEAR THE CLASSICS FROM THE GREATEST CROONER OF ALL TIME AS JAMIE GOETZ PERFORMS FRANK SINATRA HITS.
WIN UP TO $500 IN SLOT PLAY ONE MOMENTUM MEMBER WILL WIN EVERY HOUR
SPECIAL OFFERS EVERY MONDAY VISIT ANY DINING OR RETAIL OUTLET FROM OPEN TO CLOSE AND RECEIVE 15% OFF YOUR PURCHASE* *Cannot be combined with any other offers unless otherwise indicated. Excludes Brighton and Swarovski at Marshall Rousso & Ruby Blue. Excludes tobacco and alcohol.
RIDE IN STYLE AND EARN PROMO PLAY RECEIVE $10 IN PROMO PLAY WHEN YOU RIDE WITH US MONDAYS.* For more information, call 1.877.GO.ILANI. *Reservations are required. Visit ilaniresort.com/ridetoilani to reserve your seat today.
ilaniresort.com
BEST OF NATIVE NORTHWEST
18
LOCATED JUST OFF I-5 AT EXIT 16 Promotions begin on Monday, May 6, 2019. Please visit Player Services or the Momentum booth for official rules. is committed to responsible gaming. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call the Washington State Gambling Helpline at 800-547-6133.
10 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
LEARN MORE ABOUT PORTLAND’S HISTORY BY WALKING THROUGH AND NEAR PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
F YOUR IDEA OF TRAVEL IS taking a trip either to or around the big city, consider visiting one of Oregon’s many college campuses. Eric Wheeler, who offers tours of 70 neighborhoods in the Portland area, believes walking tours are the best way to learn about a city. Buildings, he says, tell stories. Architecture provides both urban art and history. One of his favorite tours includes Portland State University, where a mix of historic and modern buildings bring together the city’s eclectic history. He covers 20 blocks in just 90 minutes. Meet at “the Schnitzer” with your walking shoes on. Not only will you see the exterior of many buildings, but this tour often includes a visit inside the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall and stops at homes along the route, where local residents invite tourists inside for quick tours. The South Park Blocks tour includes Oregon Historical Society, First Congregational Church, Arlington Club, Portland Art Museum, St. James Lutheran Church, Sixth Church Opposite page: Top, Shattuck Hall, now part of PSU, was originally built to replace a grade school. Below, Simon Benson House. CO U RT ESY P H OTOS
park blocks tour SP ED
of Christ Scientist, Cumberland Apartments, Jeanne Manor, Vue Apartments, Blackstone Apartments and First Christian Church. One of the favorite stops is the Masonic Temple, Wheeler says. This building started out as the home of Henry J. Corbett, son of pioneer merchants and U.S. Sen. Henry W. Corbett. Built in the 1880s, it was designed by architect William Whidden in the style of Richardson Revival. Charles E. Ladd, brother of Henry J.’s wife Helen, lived just north of the home until 1888. Both homes stayed with these families until 1920, when the Corbetts sold their home to the Ladds for $90,000 — the highest amount ever paid for a residential property at the time. It eventually became a boarding house before being sold to the Masons, who razed the property in 1924. Frederick Frisch designed the new Masonic Temple for the area’s 20,000 Masons. Tourists should notice bold
perforated screens above an imposing door, reminders of the importance of lodge life. In 1991, the 141,000-square-foot building was purchased by the adjoining Portland Art Museum, underwent another major renovation, and is now named for the Pete Mark family. Another favorite is the Simon Benson House, built in 1900 as the original home for the wealthy lumberman and his family. Benson helped finance the
EC
ITI
IAL
ON
Historic Columbia River Highway and Portland’s famous “Benson Bubbler” water fountain. The house was moved to its present location and is the only surviving mansion of its era. On his South Blocks Tour, Wheeler stops at the Portland Art Museum. Built in 1892, it is the oldest art museum on the West Coast and the seventh oldest art museum in the United States. He chose the name for this tour because of Portland’s decision back in 1876 to develop a series of downtown blocks with shade trees, walkways and fountains. It has been a source of pride ever since. The Park Blocks themselves have an interesting history. “The South Park Blocks were impacted by the Vanport flood and the Vanport Extension, then a technical school,” Wheeler says, “eventually becoming Portland State University.” The park blocks, he continues, were designed for fire suppression and all the trees were cut down. The METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 11
neighborhood was home to aristocrats who later moved to the neighborhoods of Dunthorpe and Irvington when downtown became too crowded, noisy and congested. “I like the mix of architectural styles from modernist to traditional, early 20th-century churches, primarily Protestant,” Wheeler says of the downtown core and the PSU neighborhood. Other interesting points along the tour: ▶▶St. James Lutheran Church was the first English-speaking Lutheran congregation in Oregon. ▶▶Vue Apartments was Portland’s first venture in high-rise living and, at
OREGON OREGON OREGON CAPTEL CAPTEL CAPTEL ® ®
®
“I like the mix of architectural styles from modernist to traditional, early 20th-century churches, primarily Protestant.” ERIC WHEELER
15 stories, it was the tallest apartment complex. ▶▶The original Blackstone Apartments were razed in the 1930s and designed for university housing. ▶▶The First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, with its chapel dating back to 1881, is the oldest congregation in Portland that still occupies the
same property. ▶▶Lincoln Hall, built in 1911 as Lincoln High School, was on land originally owned by a pioneer steamboat captain. ▶▶Shattuck Hall, now part of the PSU campus, was built in 1916 as a replacement for the original Harrison Street grade school. Designed by Floyd Naramore, the Portland School District’s in-house architect, the school was named for teacher Erasmus Shattuck. Wheeler describes Shattuck Hall as a “stunning” building built when American architecture was moving away from European traditional styles and evolving to modern structures. He likes its simplicity, functionality and
HAVING TIME HAVING AHARD HARD TIME HAVING AA HARD TIME HEARING ON THE PHONE? HEARING ON THE PHONE? HEARING ON THE PHONE?
® Captioned telephone service (CapTel ) from Oregon CapTel youtotoLIS LI Captioned telephone service (CapTel ) ®from Oregon CapTel you Captioned telephone service (CapTel ) from®Oregon CapTel allows youallows toallows LISTEN READ captions everything your caller says during yourphone phoneconversa convers andand READ captions of everything your caller says during your phone conversation. and READ captions of of everything your caller says during your
FEATURES FEATURES FEATURES
Built-in answering machine with captions n Built-in answering machine with captions n Built-in answering machine with captions n Built-in speakerphone n Built-in speakerphone n Built-in speakerphone ® n Bluetooth capability ® n Bluetooth capability ® n Bluetooth capability n Large touch-screen display
n
n
n
Large touch-screen display
Large touch-screen display
oregoncaptel.com
oregoncaptel.c oregoncaptel.c 877-805-5845
877-805-58
877-805-584 ¡ El Servicio de CapTel y lista ¡ de El Servicio de opciones CapTel y lista ahora ¡ Eldisponible Servicio de de opciones en Español!
CapTel y listaahora disponible de opciones en Español! disponible ahora en Español!
CapTel is a registered trademark of Ultratec, Inc.
12 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS trademark METRO | of MAYUltratec, 2019 CapTel is a registered Inc.
beauty. While Pioneer Courthouse Square is considered by many to be the city’s “living room,” Wheeler considers his South Blocks Tour to be “Portland’s family room, with churches and schools, and Portland’s cultural district with its history, art, music, scholarship and worship places.” Wheeler is a relative newcomer to Portland. Working for 30 years in real estate appraisal in the Midwest, he visited Portland and was instantly drawn to the climate, topography, mountains, ocean, Columbia Gorge, dynamic cultural scene, “great neighborhoods with Craftsman architecture, and public
transit system,” he says. He was especially attracted to the streetcar era of neighborhoods such as Montavilla, Nob Hill and others of the early 20th century. With a bachelor’s degree in history and a master’s degree in teaching history, Wheeler had been designing and leading tours in Wisconsin. “When I travel, I look for stories of the city, village or town,” he says. “It’s one of the best ways, through buildings, to learn history.” For tour information, call 608-7977753, send an email to eric@positivelyportland.com, or visit positivelyportland.com. ☸
Captivated by Portland, Eric Wheeler gives tours of more than 70 neighborhoods, including the downtown’s South Park Blocks.
METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 13
SPE
TRAVEL | OVERSEAS
CIA
EDI
L
TIO
N
a trip to
South Africa By M AG G I W H I T E
TOOLS FOR DOWNSIZING Learn tried-and-true tips from our experts on how to make the transition into senior living. Reserve your space for this free event today!
Join us, Wednesday, June 5, 2019 10:30 Seminar / Followed by Lunch Space is limited. Reservations Required
Come tour our beautiful 6 acre campus. Call today! (503) 255-7160 1825 NE 108th Avenue, Portland, OR 97220 EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
www.ParkviewRetirement.org Independent Retirement and Assisted Living
Seniors our concern ~ Christ our motivation! 14 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
HAPPY VALLEY COUPLE AWED BY INCREDIBLE LANDSCAPES, ANIMALS AND FRIENDLY HOSTS
E
RIN AND BERNIE HOLland of Happy Valley have traveled extensively around the world but count a trip last year to South Africa as unforgettable. With a van full of relatives, the couple traveled for five days from Cape Town to Johannesburg, walking among wild animals, eating “incredible food,” and traveling through rural areas where villagers had never seen white Americans. They returned to the United States full of appreciation for South Africans and the kindness they were shown. “It was amazing,” Erin Holland says. “We enjoyed the incredible landscapes, the oceans and mountains, the wild animals. People were so incredibly kind. We would go there again.” A retired public relations executive who worked with Microsoft, Holland is a skilled planner who mapped out the trip with her sister-in-law Kris O’Shea, who had lived in South Africa for several months. The Hollands brought along four of their children, Bernie’s parents, O’Shea, and a good friend. The trip began in Cape Town, a port city with sweeping views of mountains and the busy harbor filled with boats headed for Robben Island — the notorious prison that once held Nelson Mandela and is now a living museum. They visited the prison, touring it Above, would a trip to South Africa be complete without meeting an elephant? Here, the Holland’s group includes Katie Holland, Bernie Holland, Sharon O’Shea, Kris O’Shea, Mark O’Shea, Erin Holland, Emily Holland, Sarah Rehwalt, Alicia Collins and Gracie Holland. They were able to walk with, pet and hand-feed these elephants.
with a former political prisoner. In the seaside town of Blattenberg Bay, their tour included a bird sanctuary, indigenous forest and an elephant sanctuary. At Cape of Good Hope, one of the great capes of the South Atlantic Ocean, the group walked with elephants that Holland says are “incredibly sweet and incredibly powerful.” Another highlight of the trip was Kruger National Park in northeastern South Africa, which takes up about 7,500-square miles. One of Africa’s largest game reserves, its high density of wild animals includes lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffaloes, known as the “Big 5.” Hundreds of other mammals make their home there, as do diverse bird species, from vultures and eagles to storks. Lavish hotels sit on the reserve, and the Hollands would go out on safari in the early morning and late afternoon, always returning for sumptuous meals. The group traveled to Durban, a coastal city known for its African, Indian and colonial influences. Holland notes the seafront promenade, a huge theme park and aquarium, and botanical gardens as highlights of the city. Other highlights included: ▶▶Blyde River Canyon, known as Africa’s “grand canyon,” a breathtaking natural feature of South Africa. ▶▶Cape Point, where the Atlantic and Indian oceans converge and visitors witness two oceans splashing together. The Hollands saw sharks and wild animals while trout fishing, horseback riding and hiking. “This was the cherry on the trip,” Holland says. ▶▶Verlorenkloof Estate, home to a rich stone-walled heritage legacy that lies at the epicenter of an extensive complex of late Iron Age archaelogy. As adventurers, the group bought food at roadside stands, but also dined with fine wines and gourmet food. Travel, Holland says, “gives you an appreciation of other cultures, of other ways of thinking and living. It makes me appreciate my own life.” ☸
All In One Mobility Sales - Installations - Service
503-255-5005
Stair Lifts
Walk-in-Baths Installed starting at $8k to $10k
Wheelchair Lifts
• Stair Lifts (2 curved stair lifts & 2 straight stair lifts on display) • Walk-in Baths & Roll-in Showers (15 units displayed) • Track Lifts - Ceiling & Portable (1 working track lift) • Scooters, Lift Chairs, Wheelchairs (over 60 on display) • Home Elevators, Platform Lifts (3 working units)
Inclined Platform Lifts
Vertical Platform Lifts Home & Commercial
Home Elevators
Walk-in Bath Tubs
Track Lifts
Call or visit our showroom today
12833 NE Airport Way Portland, OR 97230
OR: 165310 WA: ALLONOM920KA
Near PDX M-F: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
www.AllinOneMobility.com METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 15
NORTHWEST LIVING | RETIREMENT LISTINGS
Amenities: Independent Living Assisted Living/RCF/Foster Care Housekeeping Transportation Utilities Included Planned Activities Memory Care you know that Avamere at Bethany offers deAvamere at Bethany Did mentia care in our Arbor Community? Our staff Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care
16360 NW Avamere Court Portland, OR 97229 503-690-2402
IAHTUPM Beaverton Lodge 12900 SW 9th St. Beaverton, OR 97005 503-646-0635 www.beavertonlodge.com
IHTUP Canfield Place 14570 SW Hart Road Beaverton, OR 97007 503-626-5100
IAHTUP Courtyard Village at Raleigh Hills 4875 SW 78th Ave. Portland, OR 97225 503-297-5500 Joanie Ceballos joaniec@courtyardvillage.com web:courtyardvillage.com
IHTUP Creekside Village Retirement Residence A “Family Felt” Environment 5450 SW Erickson Ave. Beaverton, OR 97005 503-643-9735 www.creekside-village.com
IHTUP 16 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
is proud to provide a high quality of care to each resident, recognizing the uniqueness of each individual. We also offer assisted living apartments where residents can start out independent and as their needs grow we grow with them. Bethany has 8 condo cottages that are independent living with all the perks of living inside the community. Call today to schedule your tour! No Buy-In, call for pricing details. Some of the largest retirement apartments in the area. Pet-friendly, non-smoking community. Two sets of onsite managers, indoor spa, mineral/ saline pool, senior water aerobic classes, scheduled transportation, weekly shopping trips & excursions. Beautiful walking paths & raised bed gardens, Comcast TV & much more. No Buy-In, 121 Units, Studio: $2095-$2195, 1 BR: $2495-$2695, 2 BR/1 BA: $2995-$3395, 2 BR/2 BA: $3225-$3275, 2nd Occ.: $425/mo. Two-story, beautifully appointed building surrounded by landscaping, close to shopping, medical facilities. Three meals daily served restaurant style, included in month-to-month rent. Kitchenettes w/microwaves in each unit. Licensed assisted living services available. No Buy-In, 88 Units Studios: from $3695, 1 BR: from $412, 2 BR: from $5395 (Incl. second person), Double Occ. $600 24-hour staffing. Optional meals, two lovely courtyards, full kitchens in each apartment. Conveniently located next to Fred Meyer. Scheduled transportation and weekly housekeeping included. Please call for a tour and complimentary lunch. Embrace the beauty of retirement.
No Buy-In, 180 Units Studio: 530 sf, 1 BR/1 BA: 750 sf, 2 BR/2 BA: 960 sf There’s “No Place Like Home.” That’s why Creekside Village is where you’ll want to hang your hat. Beautiful grounds w/paths, Serve 3 fantastic home cooked meals a day by our seasoned chef. 24-hour onsite emergency response. Just blocks from the Elsie Sturh Senior Center, Beaverton Library, & Beaverton Farmers Market. No Buy-In, 120 Apts., 568 sf, 1BR/1 BA + Lg storage closet, 801 sf, 2 BR/1 BA + Lg storage closet, 808 sf, 2 BR/2 BA + XL closet & pantry. CO U RT ESY P H OTOS
NORTHWEST LIVING | RETIREMENT LISTINGS
Amenities: Independent Living Assisted Living/RCF/Foster Care Housekeeping Transportation Utilities Included Planned Activities Memory Care Experience life at Fanno Creek. Days filled with Elite Care activities, exercise and outings. The resident Fanno Creek organic gardening program provides inspiration 12353 SW Grant Ave Tigard, OR 97223 503-653-5656 Fax: 503-620-9339
AHTUP Elite Care Oatfield Estates 4444 SE Oatfield Hill Rd. Milwaukie, OR 97267 503-653-5656 Fax: 503-653-5926
AHTUP Knights of Pythias Retirement Center 3409 Main Street Vancouver, WA 98663 360-696-4375 Call Lori Fiorillo to schedule your personal tour with complimentary lunch.
IHTUP Parkview Christian Retirement Community
for chefs who prepare meals in open kitchens. The 24/7 monitoring system allows for independence and safety as well as access to the family online portal. All suites are private one-bedroom. No Buy-In, 24 RCF Units 1 BR/1 BA: $5650 Experience days filled with activities, exercise and outings. Accessible walking paths wind through the 6 ½ acre campus. The resident organic gardening program provides inspiration for chefs who prepare meals in open kitchens. The 24/7 monitoring system allows for independence and safety as well as access to the family online portal. All suites are private one-bedroom. No Buy-In, 96 RCF Units 1 BR/1 BA: $5250 Our non-profit organization offers very affordable housing. Amenities include meal program, housekeeping, laundry service, beauty shop, fitness center, art room, library, and a secured courtyard, 24-hr. security, secured entrance, emergency pull cords in each apartment. There are planned activities & weekly shopping trips at no cost. Stop by for a tour and lunch any time! No Buy-In, Subsidized Studios & One Bedroom Apts. 166 Units, private pay rates starting at $820.
1825 NE 108th Ave. Portland, OR 97220 503-255-7160 Laura Mathews
Our 6-acre parklike campus is in a quiet neighborhood near medical services, shopping, & banks. Single-level courtyard apartments with beautiful walking paths. Calendar of activities, outings, faith based services, health/ wellness programs, & wonderful sense of community. Entrée choices galore, fresh salad bar & dedicated serve staff. Small pets welcome. 24-hr staff & daily well-being checks. Call for personal tour and complimentary lunch.
IAHTUP
No Buy-In, Not-for-profit, 116 Retirement, 63 Assisted, Rent plus services as low as $1650 per month!
The most affordable, all-inclusive retirement community (120 Units) in Portland! Gated Retirement Community secure access, 3 meals a day, housekeeping, transportation, activities & events, all utilities, 11939 NE Davis St. free cable, free laundry facilities, community Portland, OR 97220 deck with putting green & shuffleboard, media 503-255-4757 room, library and computer lab. Happy hour thehazelwoodlifestyle.com Join us for lunch & a tour Call Today! every Friday! No Buy-In, Studio: 412 sq ft, 1 BR: 491 sq ft 2 BR/1 B: 810 sq f, 2 BR/2 B:1040 sq ft, IHTUP Income Limits, Call for pricing.
The Hazelwood
METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 17
May 2019 HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
APRIL 27 — EIGHTH ANNUAL
$35+. Orsymphony.org.
INNER CITY BLUES FESTIVAL, “Healing the Healthcare Blues,” 5:30 p.m., Eagles Lodge, 7611 N. Exeter Ave., Portland. $25. Tickettomato.com.
WALK/RUN FOR THE ANIMALS, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m., Esther Short Park, 400 W. 6th St., Vancouver, Wash. $45$60. Southwesthumane.org/walk-run.
1 — PRIME TIMERS DINING CLUB, for singles 50+, 6 p.m., Heidi’s Restaurant, 1230 NE Cleveland, Gresham. Pat, 503-936-5861 or PrimeTimersDning@aol.com.
CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION DANCE, 2 p.m., Creekside Village, 5450 SW Erickson Ave., Beaverton. 503-643-9735.
2 —AARP DRIVER SAFETY, 9 a.m.
OREGON SYMPHONY: THE MUSIC OF THE ROLLING STONES, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $35+. Orsymphony.org.
AARP DRIVER SAFETY, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Cedar Mill Library, 12505 NW Cornell Road, Portland. $15/$20. 503490-6792. ART OF THE STORY — STORYTELLING FESTIVAL, 6:30 p.m., Christ United Methodist Church, 2755 NW Dogwood St., Portland. Hosted by Cedar Mill and Bethany Community libraries. Wccls.org. ART OF THE STORY FESTIVAL PERFORMANCE, 6:30 p.m., GHCL Annex, 7306 SW Oleson Road, Portland. SPRINGTIME PAR-TEA, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Elsie Stuhr Center, 5550 SW Hall Blvd., Beaverton. $5. 503-629-6342. BABY BOOMERS SOCIAL CLUB, music by One Brick Shy, 7 to 10:30 p.m., Mekong Bistro, 8200 NE Siskiyou St., Portland. $8/$12.
4 — OREGON SYMPHONY AND PSU CHAMBER CHOIR: AMADEUS IN CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. 18 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
(ALSO MAY 8) “THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL,” Keller Auditorium, Portland. Portland5.com. NERD NIGHT: TRIVIA FOR ADULTS, 6:30 p.m., GHCL Annex, 7306 SW Oleson Road, Portland.
11 — FREE FAMILY MORNINGS: KEVIN HOLDEN, sound art, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Washington County Museum, PCC Rock Creek Campus, 17677 NW Springville Road, Portland.
to 4 p.m., Sherwood Senior Center, 21907 SW Sherwood Blvd. $15/$20. 503-625-5644.
3 —(THROUGH MAY 5) FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY USED BOOK SALE, various times, Tualatin Public Library, 18878 SW Martinazzi Ave.
Accelerated’s Art Annex, 1906 B Third St., Tillamook. $5 or five/$20. Artaccelerated.org.
1
WEDNESDAY
JULES ELIAS, CLARINET Celebrating his 85th birthday at this free brown bag concert, noon, The Old Church, Portland.
5 — PORTLAND YOUTH PHILHARMONIC: “CHIMERA,” 4 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $5+. Free public preview: 7:30 p.m. May 2, Canby High School. Portlandyouthphil.org.
6 —JAPANARAMA: THE ONGOING INFLUENCE OF JAPANESE CULTURE, 7:30 p.m., The Old Church, downtown Portland. Fearnomusic.org.
7 — FIFTH ANNUAL CLASSICAL MUSICIANS OF HOLLAND, 7:30 p.m., The Old First Church, downtown Portland. $12/$5. Theoldchurch.org. TUESDAY OPEN STUDIO, dropin sessions, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Art
GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OREGON, “Genealogical Pits I Have Fallen into and how to Avoid Them,” 10 a.m. to noon, Brookwood Library, 2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy., Hillsboro. Free. 503716-8029. (THROUGH MAY 13) OREGON SYMPHONY: PEER GYNT, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $24+. Orsymphony.org. (ALSO MAY 12) MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND STEAM TRAIN RIDE, noon and 2:30 p.m., Chelatchie Prairie Railroad, Yacolt, Wash. $22/$21. Bycx. com. THE IMMIGRANT STORY EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION, 2:30 p.m., Multnomah County Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave., Portland. STRESS REDUCTION WORKSHOP, 11 a.m. to noon, GHCL Annex, 7306 SW Oleson Road, Portland.
12 — MOTHER’S DAY VIKING PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Norse Hall, 111 NE 11th Ave., Portland. $8/$4.
14 — GARDEN TOUR AND NEIGHBORHOOD NATURE WALK, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center Stenzel Healing Garden. Free.
BOOK GROUP: “ERUPTION” BY STEPHEN OLSON, 7 p.m., GHCL Annex, 7306 SW Oleson Road, Portland.
15 — (THROUGH MAY 19) NORTHWEST SENIOR THEATRE, “Raising the Standards,” a musical variety show, 2 p.m., Alpenrose Dairy Opera House, 6149 SW Shattuck Road, Portland. 503-227-2003.
17 — RIVERS EAST VILLAGE, “Let’s Do Coffee,” 10 a.m., inside Oak Grove Fred Meyer, 1400 McLaughlin Blvd., Milwaukie. FILM NIGHT: “THE RED TURTLE,” 6 p.m., GHCL Annex, 7306 SW Oleson Road, Portland.
18 — VIVA 50! CELEBRATING WOMEN 50+ IN NONPROFITS, 2 to 4 p.m., Lloyd Center, west end, lower level, Portland. Free.
Northwest Senior Theatre Musical Variety Show
May 15 - 18, 2019 2:00 p.m. - Open Seating
$10.00 per person at the door. (cash or check only; no credit cards)
Alpenrose Dairy Opera House
6149 SW Shattuck Rd. Portland Plenty of free parking; Wheelchair and walker accessible Information: 503-227-2003; email: bettymer@comcast.net
(THROUGH MAY 20) OREGON SYMPHONY AND STORM LARGE, Mahler’s First Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $24+. Orsymphony.org. RIVERS EAST VILLAGE INFORMATION MEETING, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Clackamas Fire Station, 6600 SE Lake Road, Milwaukie. NEIL YOUNG, Keller Auditorium, Portland. LiveNation.com, Portland5.com or 800-273-1530. BABY BOOMERS SOCIAL CLUB, music by Rich Layton and Tough Town, 7 to 10:30 p.m., Gresham Elks, 3330 NE Division St., Gresham. $8/$12.
GROCERY DELIVERY FOR SENIORS
ZIMMERMAN HOUSE TOUR, noon to 4 p.m., 17111 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland. Free. Echohistory.org.
19 — OREGON SINFONIETTA, Dvorak and Beethoven, 3 to 5 p.m., Sunnyside Seventh-day Adventist Church, 10501 SE Market St., Portland. Free. Cmsomus.org.
Volunteer or Enroll Today!
22 — OREGON SYMPHONY WITH BOYZ II MEN, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $50+. Orsymphony.org.
25 — (ALSO MAY 26) MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND,
503-200-3333
noon and 2:30 p.m., Chelatchie Prairie Railroad, Yacolt, Wash. $22/$21. Bycx.com.
26 — PEREGRINE LITERARY SERIES: AUTHORS BARBARA DRAKE AND MARIAN PIERCE, 3 p.m., Stickman’s Pub, 40 N. State St., Lake Oswego. Canned goods collected. 27 —
2019 MEMORIAL DAY COMMEMORATION, 10:45 a.m., Winona Cemetery, 9900 SW Tualatin Road. Free lunch afterward at Tualatin Community Park.
29 — NATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH AND FITNESS DAY, 1:45 to 3:30 p.m., Elsie Stuhr Center, 5550 SW Hall Blvd., Beaverton. Free. 31 — BABY BOOMERS SOCIAL CLUB, 7 to 11 p.m., Milwaukie Elks, 13121 SE McLoughlin Blvd. $8/$12. ☸ Calendar submissions are due by the 6th of the month for events happening in the following month. Submit to mte@northwest50plus.com.
• Rent or Buy • Low Cost • Installation in Days • FREE Home Evaluations
888-715-7599 Visit us at: www.amramp.com/portland-or
— WE ALSO SUPPLY — • Stair Lifts • Overhead Patient Lifts • Handrails & Grab Bars • Portable Roll-in Wheelchair Showers
METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 19
Classifieds UNITS FOR RENT HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS for senior citizens 62 or older, disabled and/or handicapped is currently accepting applications for our one bedroom waiting list. We are committed to providing equal housing opportunities. All utilities paid. Briarwood Manor, 643 Manbrin, Keizer, OR 97303, 541-928-2545.
PERSONAL “CHLOE”, TORBI CAT #216-372 adopted 04-20-2018 from OHS. Owner, please return to OHS if you can’t care for her. Margarita 541-731-8146.
JOB WANTED SEEKING CAREGIVING POSITION. 17 years experience in assisted care only. Bathroom care, showers, cooking, medications, home care, doctor’s appointments. References, around Eugene area. 503-830-9333 Leave message.
MISCELLANEOUS
CASH FOR GOOD CONDITION reloading equipment & supplies. 541-905-5453.
NEED A WILL? CALL Sal Catalano, “The Lawyer That Makes House Calls,” for an appointment in your home. 541-525-2884. Powers of Attorney-Advance DirectivesTrusts. www.CatalanoLawPC.com.
WANTED
DIABETIC TEST STRIPS WANTED. Paying top dollar! Free local pickup. Call Sharon, 503-679-3605.
FRIENDSHIP AD SWF, 73, 5’1” , ISO male seeking fun adventures. Enjoys going on walks, pets, travel, hot tubs, trips to the coast & mountains. I’m a morning person and love the outdoors.#5738
$$CASH PAID$$ Old Indian items wanted! Blankets, rugs, baskets, pottery, beaded moccasins, etc. 740-525-2807. americanindianart@gmail.com. CASH FOR PRE 1980 sport & non-sport cards, model kits, comic books, pre 1960’s magazines. Private collector. 503-3137538. WANTED: MOTORHOME OR TRAILER for a family member displaced from their home. Must be 1995 or newer. I have CASH. If needs work, that’s ok. 503-269-2947. BASEBALL & SPORTS MEMORABILIA wanted. Buying old cards, pennants, autographs, photographs, tickets, programs, Pacific Coast League, etc. Alan, 503-481-0719.
AD ABBREVIATIONS M = Male F = Female S = Single D = Divorced W = White A = Asian B = Black H = Hispanic J = Jewish C = Christian N/S = Non-smoker N/D = Non-drinker
ISO = In Search Of LTR = Long Term Relationship WW = Widowed White WB = Widowed Black WA = Widowed Asian WH = Widowed Hispanic LGBT= Lesbian/Gay/ Bisexual/Transgender
TO RESPOND TO A FRIENDSHIP AD: Write the number of the ad you are responding to on the OUTSIDE of the envelope and mail to: Northwest50Plus, PO Box 12008, Salem, OR 97309.
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
All real estate advertising in this magazine is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This magazine will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this magazine are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. Toll-free for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.
Protective Overhang/Trim ScratchGuard® Paint Finish
MAY SPECIAL
75% 2
OFF LABOR
59 DOWN
GET STARTED FOR AS LOW AS
$
4
Clog-Free Design with a No-Clog Guarantee! Guarantee!1
CALL NOW
for your FREE Estimate!
59 PER MONTH $
Receive a $25 Lowe’s Gift Card with FREE in-home estimate!³
503.470.3131 25
$
1 Guaranteed not to clog for as long as you own your home, or we will clean your gutters for free. 2 Does not include cost of material. Expires 5/31/19 3All participants who attend an estimated 60-90 minute in-home product consultation will receive a $25 gift card. Retail value is $25. Offer sponsored by LeafGuard Holdings Inc. Limit one per household. Company procures, sells, and installs seamless gutter protection. This offer is valid for homeowners over 18 years of age. If married or involved with a life partner, both cohabitating persons must attend and complete presentation together. Participants must have a photo ID, be able to understand English, and be legally able to enter into a contract. The following persons are not eligible for this offer: employees of Company or affiliated companies or entities, their immediate family members, previous participants in a Company in-home consultation within the past 12 months and all current and former Company customers. Gift may not be extended, transferred, or substituted except that Company may substitute a gift of equal or greater value if it deems it necessary. Gift card will be mailed to the participant via first class United States Mail within 10 days of receipt of the promotion form. Not valid in conjunction with any other promotion or discount of any kind. Offer not sponsored or promoted by Lowe’s and is subject to change without notice prior to reservation. Expires 5/31/19. ⁴Assumes an estimated job cost of $4720. Estimated advertised payment of $59 a month assumes third-party financing available for new customers at a 9.99% annual percentage rate for 132 months. Available to well qualified buyers on approved credit with $59 down payment. Not all buyers may qualify. Higher rates apply for buyers with lower credit ratings. LeafGuard is neither a broker nor a lender. Financing provided by third-party lenders. Expires 5/31/19.LeafGuard operates as LeafGuard of Oregon in Oregon under OR LIC # 223377
20 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
PETS | CAT ADOPTION TEAM
I
adopt me
F YOU’RE LOOKING FOR AN AVERAGE, RUN-OFthe mill cat, keep looking. If you want to laugh and roll your eyes a lot, keep reading. Penelope is very affectionate, loves laps and chests, and rubbing all over you. Penelope has no known health problems, though we speculate about her brain functioning at times. If you think Penelope might be the weirdo for you, come and meet her today. The adoption fee for Penelope is $85. Cat Adoption Team, 14175 SW Galbreath Dr., Sherwood. Call 503-925-8903.☸
PENELOPE
OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
J
ACKSON IS A VERY HANDSOME SLIGHTLY older gentleman that came to us because he became diabetic and it was a financial hardship for his owner of eight years for the needed insulin. He is what could be called “a very agreeable” cat whose favorite thing to do was to cuddle. Jackson is very affectionate and friendly with visitors and would be a great companion for someone that enjoyed a having a cat that liked attention. To adopt Jackson visit the Oregon Humane Society, 1067 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland. Call 503-285-7722. ☸
Enjoy Retirement
503-646-0635
JACKSON
Residents Manager on site 24/7
CALL today to schedule your tour and join us for a FREE lunch or dinner.
12900 SW 9th St. Beaverton, OR 97005 www.BeavertonLodge.com METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 21
Travel books
S
OMETIMES, YOU JUST want to sit down and peruse through a beautiful travel book. Here’s a sampling from Multnomah County Library. “Frommer’s Arizona and the Grand Canyon” by Gregory McNamee and Bill Wyman. The advice is savvy, dependable and based on a lifetime of exploration.
It has up-to-date, detail- and tip-rich commentary on Arizona’s iconic sights. They introduce you to restaurants, off-the-beaten path attractions, nature spots, tours, bars and shops that few tourists know to visit. “Why Travel Matters: A Guide to the Life-Changing Effects of Travel” by Craig Storti. This book explores the profound life lessons that await anyone who wishes to learn what travel has to teach. “The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big and Small,” edited by Kath Stathers. This
guide features an eclectic range of ideas such as self-improvement, sports-related endeavors, natural wonders, cultural experiences, culinary delights, and more. “100 Things to Do in Portland Oregon Before You Die,” by Ann Smith and Allison Symonds. This is the definitive Portland bucket list, full of fun things to do in the coming months. Compiled by Michelle Te
NORTHWEST LIVING | SHOP LOCAL
CP trips,Inc Discover the World and Your Passions thru Travel
Your Home Accessibility Experts
Why do YOU Travel? To Discover The Undiscovered Experience world Cultures & enjoy their local cuisine. Learn the Stories of other lands Relax & play with friends & family?
Customize Travel Planning & Advise Vacations, Family Gathering, International Exploration or Emergency travel
Call Cindy
503-658-5646
Time
-to-
Dine
Come see our new showroom! 155 E Street Independence, OR
971-304-7464
www.MAO-NW.com CCB # 187428
RADIO CAB
Safer driving and you may be eligible for an insurance discount!
AARP Smart Driver courses in a classroom near you.
$15 members • $20 non-members
1-877-846-3299 aarp.org/driveOR
NOW HIRING
Feature your restaurant in our Dining Guide! Call us for details
877-357-2430
Where can we take you?
503-227-1212 Download Our App! Local-Driver Owned
22 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
Providing Quality In-Home Care Services Include: Personal Care Medication Management Dressing/Bathing Housekeeping
Three locations to serve you:
503-239-8000 (PDX East) 503-746-7146 (Tigard) 971-865-0101 (Hillsboro)
Transportation Meal Prep Pet Care And More!
Call today for a FREE in-home care assessment!
www.HelpingHandsHomeCare.com
Don’t Wait Until Your Basement is Flooded... Call John’s Waterproofing today! Schedule Your FREE Inspection and Estimate
And receive $100 OFF
503-739-8878 Call soon - offer ends soon
melissa@johnswaterproofing.com CCB#15830
NORTHWEST LIVING | SHOP LOCAL Advertising in
“I’m with you every step of the way!” Pamela Slaughter
Licensed Oregon Real Estate Broker
Seniors Real Estate Specialist
503.349.1061
Pamela worked for 23 years as an Adult Protective Services Investigator. Her client’s needs come first, she is protective of their interests, always accessible with prompt response to calls. A great negotiator, Certified Home Stager, with home prepping done for FREE.
Personalized PC support PC or Mac house calls, office calls and internet calls
Open on Weekends 8am to 7pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
the Service department
•WE BUY GOLD & SILVER •
foot in the door.
We Buy all U.S. Coins and will travel to you
is a great way to get your
Call to get your ad placed.
503-304-1323 SANDRA G. STONE ATTORNEY AT LAW
Trusts Wills POAs Estate Administration Probate Convenient Location
8532 SW Saint Helens Dr. #101 ◆ Wilsonville, OR 97070
RARE COINS
Shop Local
150 SE 80th Ave (Rear) Portland, OR
503-682-2682
ART McBRIDE
SENIOR DISCOUNT
For appointment call
503-257-7457
Buying and Selling Rare Coins Since 1989
Confidential Appraisals & Estate Liquidators
503-746-6249 Check us out at
www.artmcbriderarecoins.com 10 years in business locally owned and operated
▶ 24x7 in-home care ▶ Respite care ▶ Serving with compassion, dignity & respect ▶ No contracts, free assessment Call today to learn more
503-488-5948 SelectHomeCarePortland.com
METRO | MAY 2019 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS 23
ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Eye Doctor Helps Portland Legally Blind to See
High Technology For Low Vision Patients Allows Many To Drive Again
F
or many patients with macular degeneration and other vision related conditions, the loss of central visual detail also signals the end to one of the last bastion of independence: driving. A Kirkland optometrist, Dr. Ross Cusic, is using miniaturized telescopes that are mounted in glasses to help people who have lost vision from macular degeneration and other eye conditions. “Some of my patients consider me the last stop for people who have vision loss,” said Dr. Cusic, one of only a few doctors in the world who specialize in fitting bioptic telescopes to help those who have lost vision due to macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and other debilitating eye diseases. Imagine a pair of glasses that can improve your vision enough to change your life. If you’re a low vision patient, you’ve probably not only imagined them, but have been searching for them. Bioptic telescopes may be the breakthrough in optical technology that will give you the independence you’ve been looking for. Patients with vision in the 20/200 range can many times be improved to 20/50 or better. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness and vision loss in people over 50. Despite this, most adults are not familiar with the condition. As many as 25% of those over the age of 50 have some degree of macular degeneration. The macula is
ADVERTISEMENT
24 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | MAY 2019
only one small part of the retina; however, it is the most sensitive and gives us sharp central vision. When it degenerates, macular degeneration leaves a blind spot right in the center of vision, making it difficult or impossible to recognize faces, read a book, or pass the driver’s vision test. Nine out of 10 people who have macular degeneration have the dry form. New research suggests vitamins can help. The British medical journal BMC Ophthalmology recently reported that
was prescribed bioptic telescopic glasses to read signs and see traffic lights farther away. Dr. Cusic also prescribed microsope glasses for reading newspapers and menus in restaurants. As the patient puts it, “My regular glasses didn’t help too much – it was like looking through a fog. These new telescopic glasses not only allow me to read signs from a farther distance, but make driving much easier. I’ve also used them to watch television so I don’t have to sit so close. I don’t know why I waited to do this; I should have come sooner.” “Bioptic telescopes can cost over $2,000,” said Dr. Cusic, “especially if we build them with an automatic sunglass.” “The major benefit of the bioptic telescope is seeing faces better and possibly regaining driving privileges as they are legal for passing the driving test for Oregon and Washington.”
A scene as it might be viewed by a person with age-related macular degeneration.
To learn more about bioptic telescopes or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cusic, give us a call at 1-877-823-2020. You can also visit our website at:
56% of patients treated with a high-dose combination of vitamins experienced improved vision after six months. TOZAL Comprehensive Eye Health Formula is now available by prescription from eye doctors. While age is the most significant risk factor for developing the disease, heredity, smoking, cardiovascular disease, and high blood pressure have also been identified as risk factors. Macular degeneration accounts for 90% of new legal blindness in the U.S. While there is currently no cure, promising research is being done on many fronts. “My job is to figure out everything and anything possible to keep a person functioning, especially driving,” says Dr. Cusic. A patient came to see Dr. Cusic; she wanted to keep her driver’s license and
www.seattlelowvision.com For more information and a FREE telephone consultation, call us today: Offices in Vancouver, WA & Kirkland, WA Ross Cusic, O.D. Low Vision Optometrist, IALVS Member