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NORTHWEST LIVING | MOBILITY

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With them, you can move around, get outside, visit museums and other attractions you couldn’t do before. “It opens up your life in many ways,” he says. “Advances in all of them offer more options, like electric buttons and many conveniences that weren’t available even five years ago. They are always being improved and are more user-friendly than ever before.” New walkers have better options because they can handle up to 450 pounds. Much of the equipment is easy to fold and unfold. When it comes to baths and showers, adaptive equipment is built low so there are no barriers to entry. “The problem with bathtubs is not getting in, it’s getting out,” Robin says. Schwalk-Burke says one of the best products for maintaining independence is a stairlift — a device that takes you comfortably and conveniently up and down a flight of stairs. “A stairlift can mean the difference between staying safe and giving up your home completely,” she says. The lift has two components: a track, and a chair with a motor at its base that propels itself up and down the stairway by moving along the track surface. “Most stairlifts include a basic set of features to help ensure the user’s safety,” Schwalk-Burke says. All stairlifts have seat belts and some feature easy-to-use belts for those with medical issues such as arthritis. “Most stairlift models also detect objects on the stairs and will stop the chair,” she says. She also recommends a security pole-and-curve grab bar, which is a transfer pole with a pivoting curve grab bar that locks every 45 degrees. It can be installed anywhere in the home without additional tools and works as a bathroom grab bar, chair standing aid or bedside support. Don’t let budget, specific concerns or mobility issues hold you back from investigating your options, both companies say. Knowing the options you have will improve your mobility and your quality of life. ☸

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YOUR HEALTH | CHRONIC CONDITIONS

The future of Alzheimer’s By M I C H E L L E T E

NOV. 16 IS NATIONAL MEMORY SCREENING DAY

ETTING SCREENED EARly for memory loss won’t prevent it from happening, but it can mean the difference in how it’s treated and your quality of life. “It’s where early diagnosis makes sense,” says Scott Lusk, PhD, a clinical and neuropsychologist who has been studying Alzheimer’s through clinical trials for more than 30 years. Nov. 16 is designated as National Memory Screening Day, and it’s a good reminder that if you have concerns about memory loss, there is no obligation to participate in a screening and review the test results. “If a person does have some concerns, or a family member does, reach out and get checked,” Losk says. “Come to our office at Memory Health Center or visit your primary care physician. If there’s no issue, you’ll be reassured, but if there is an issue knowing about it as early as possible gives you the longest likelihood to do something about it.” A memory screening involves a series of cognitive tests evaluating memory, attention, concentration, language skills and visual-spatial skills. “We are identifying the kinds of deficits we would see in early progressive memory loss disorders,” he says. “It’s about thinking and cognition.” 6 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | NOVEMBER 2019

A typical patient in his office might be a 65-year-old person whose mother and grandmother had some form of dementia, and this person is concerned that family history might have continued on. They take the evaluation, get the feedback and meet with the clinicians about whether more evaluation is needed. “Typically, it’s someone who has a family history, or has had some concerns about their own memory,” Losk says. “But it could also be someone who has had several concussions, suffered a mild stroke, or dealt with severe depression for many years, particularly if it’s been untreated. We can help them identify whether they need to be concerned. Sometimes, a person just has an overabundance of anxiety.”

Measuring the impact

The impact of Alzheimer’s on Americans continues to grow as we live longer. It’s estimated that 5.5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s, he says, and the economic impact among medical expenses, care facilities and opportunity costs for caregivers is about $250 billion. Even more, about 40 to 50 percent of adults ages 85 and older have some form of dementia. “It’s a big problem in terms of economic impact, and a big problem in terms of what it does to families,” Losk says. “After a certain level of memory loss, awareness starts to go away, and that affects the families even more

so than the actual person. It’s a high burden.” He sees many patients who once were high functioning in their professional and personal lives whose minds now have been lost to Alzheimer’s. Their spouses, accustomed to this high-functioning partner, now must deal with the changes. “It rocks the relationship and the family,” Losk says. “It’s a huge, huge thing. The disease becomes a disease that also affects the family. Some diseases like this rob your life away but don’t kill you right away.” It’s part of the reason Losk became involved in research in the mid-1980s. At the time, he says, there was absolutely nothing available for treating the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. “But we’ve been getting better and better about addressing Alzheimer’s and normal aging symptoms,” he says. He completed his training in southern California, followed by post-doctoral work at OHSU. He joined Memory Health Center at Summit Research Center and took on his first Alzheimer’s study in 1990. “This will be my 30th year, and in the time I’ve been doing it, the good news is that we now have four medications to treat Alzheimer’s symptoms,” Losk says. “They help memory a little bit, but don’t address the causes, what’s going on in the brain. We are working on medications that go after the plaque in the brain. We’ve yet to hit our mark, but

we’ve hit on a compound that’s going to be really beneficial.” Although several of the studies with trial medications haven’t worked, that’s actually encouraging news for researchers because it allows them to eliminate specific paths that prove unproductive. “It’s taught us a lot about where not to go,” Losk says. “Now we have a bunch of new arenas, and in the next five to 10 years, we should have some positive results.” It’s why he’s excited about the GAIN study, a “radical” approach to looking at an underlying cause — using a medication to kill bacteria that’s entered the central nervous system through the mouth. “It’s really new, and a departure from the conventional approach,” he says. “We’re really hopeful.”

What is normal?

Losk says it’s very normal as we age into our 60s, 70s and beyond to not be able to come up with words in our everyday conversations. It’s common, for example, to walk into the kitchen for the salt and pepper, but then forget why you came in there. Or, to visit the store and forget a couple things from your list. What’s not normal, Losk says, is when those word-finding problems start to significantly affect your ability to communicate — maybe it’s every third or fourth word that you’re forgetting. It should also be concerning if your memories fade regarding routine things you do for yourself or with your family. Additionally, if family members express concern about your memory, “that’s probably a time to pay attention,” Losk says. ☸

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HE DRIVE OVER THE western Cascades takes you through winding roads lined with pine trees and pristine lakes before dropping down into long stretches of scrub brush, wide open fields and sparse vegetation. As you enter the central Oregon towns of Sisters and Redmond, you instantly notice how the cites have kept their small-town, historic feel. It’s a marketing strategy that has worked well, bringing large amounts of tourists trying to escape the big-city Bend. Now, a $7 million renovation in downtown Redmond seeks to retain that historic charm while providing visitors with a trendy lodging experience “for people who value personal wellness, social good and the environment.” The New Redmond Hotel features a Neo-Georgian design that operates on simplicity in its look and feel.

The New Hotel Redmond, developed by Soul Community Planet in partnership with the city of Redmond, is a stylish, modern version of the central Oregon aesthetic and lifestyle. A grand staircase leads visitors to the 49 guest rooms and suites, all of which are located on the second and third floors. The 13,600-square-foot first floor includes a “vegan forward” market, a creative working space, and a two-story workout room that offers health and wellness classes. But perhaps the hotel’s signature feature is a rooftop garden with amazing panoramic views of the Cascade Range, Black Butte and Smith Rock State Park. Its restaurant offers a locally-inspired small plate menu, along with handcrafted cocktails featuring herbs, fruit and spices — some of which are grown organically in The Rooftop’s own gardens. The renovation is an outgrowth of Redmond’s decade-long redevelopment plans to spur investment projects in the downtown core. The city provided a $3.53 million urban renewal investment in the project, made possible by a public-private partnership between the city and the developer — a partnership

managed by Alpha Wave Investors and RevOZ Capital. “We are confident the catalytic nature of this important project will continue to have positive impacts on our economy for years to come,” says Redmond Mayor George Endicott. “The anticipation of the hotel opening has spurred other investment and redevelopment projects downtown.” Built in 1927, the New Redmond Hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Portland designer Kelly Ogden led the project’s design, transforming the hotel into a modern lodge that includes the use of green materials, eco-friendly products and signature hand-painted murals throughout. The two-year renovation took the vintage structure down to its historic bones, replacing outdated infrastructure with modern and efficient plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems. “In the revival of this historic property, we were inspired by the Neo-Georgian architecture and elected to merge its classical design with elements of SCP’s trademark mindful,

minimalist style, including the use of regionally-sourced materials,” Ogden says. “For example, the Douglas fir floors have been fully restored throughout the property, along with the windows, and we’ve chosen a material palette of warm wood, crisp warm whites, and earth tones to bring the natural beauty of Oregon inside.” The New Hotel Redmond has a full brick exterior, and each guest room is “thoughtfully detailed to be functional for adventure seekers exploring the region, as well as for those looking for a restful retreat,” according to promotional materials. ☸

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called to By BA R RY F I N N E M O R E

A CHANCE SIGHTING LED CYNDI ROMINE TO HELP THOSE WHO CAN’T HELP THEMSELVES

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YNDI AND GREG ROMINE WERE ON A CAnoe trip in the late 1980s near a picturesque waterfall in the Philippines, where they had been working as missionaries. Near the waterfall, Cyndi saw a man talking to a young couple with a child, but did a double-take when she saw the man hand some money to the couple and then walk away with their child. In that fleeting moment, the child was gone. Cyndi Romine says the exchange was “surreal,” and she became sick to her stomach when she realized she had just witnessed a child being sold into sex trafficking. She didn’t rescue the youngster in peril that day, but Romine says the incident led her to establish Called to Rescue, a nonprofit organization that helps rescue missing, abused or trafficked children. “She, without knowing it, has led to the rescue of so many others,” Romine says of the young Filipino girl. Called to Rescue works internationally, raising awareness and conducting prevention programs; reporting abuse to proper authorities; partnering with law enforcement and other government and nongovernmental agencies; and training caregivers and those who want to serve on task forces to help law Cyndi Romine has been helping children both in the United States and overseas to escape the clutches of sex trafficking and abuse. 10 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | NOVEMBER 2019

enforcement find missing, abused or trafficked children. Romine established the faith-neutral Called to Rescue in 1992. In the past three years, she says, they have rescued about 1,450 children in the United States, the Philippines and other countries. Rescued children range in age, but the youngest one was 4 years old. She describes herself as part advocate, part investigator, and says there’s not one typical way children are found or rescued. Domestically, searches can begin with a phone call from a family to Called to Rescue’s east Vancouver, Wash., office. Romine learns the ins and outs of the situation, and then volunteers begin trying to track a child, hitting the streets and searching locations such as public parks and bus depots. In one instance, Romine tracked down a girl in the Portland area and witnessed her getting into a car, which they followed to a suburban neighborhood. Romine called 911 and gave authorities the girl’s name and location, and the police responded. In a developing nation such as the Philippines, the strategy can be different. Trafficked children, a situation often driven by poverty, are rescued through orchestrated undercover operations involving local law enforcement and social services. Called to Rescue partners with groups there and in other countries that run safe houses so that the rescued children have a secure place to stay. Romine says she is incredibly passionate about her work, but acknowledges little headway is being made to stop child trafficking or to make a major dent in the number of missing children. In the United States alone, 2018 statistics from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children show 424,066 entries in the FBI’s National Crime Information Center for missing children, compared with 464,324 in 2017. One in

seven of the more than 23,500 runaways reported to the center in 2018 were likely victims of child sex trafficking, the organization reports. Romine says public awareness of abused and trafficked children is greater today than ever, but the ugliness and complexity that surrounds it — gun and drug running typically are intertwined with child sex trafficking — makes its large scope difficult for many people to grasp. She calls it a multibillion-dollar problem. Called to Rescue’s digs are adorned with photos of youngsters the organization has saved from dangerous situations. Romine gestures to the images, recalling the various circumstances of a rescue and smiling as she talks about the children. Born and raised in Nebraska, she was the oldest of three kids. She grew up on a farm, where hard work was second nature. The family grew corn and raised cows, and pumped their own water. “If you’re a kid on a farm you work hard,” she says. “It’s part of who you are, and you don’t even think about it.” Both Cyndi and Greg attended Northwest Christian University in Eugene, then went into the ministry, leading various churches and serving as missionaries. Romine also earned a doctorate at Covington Theological Seminary in Georgia. Today, she and her husband have a son and 21-year-old granddaughter. Farm life — its accompanying work ethic and need for adaptability — was great training for missionary work, she says. “We are used to adapting.” Romine describes herself as made for advocacy. She is as comfortable speaking to groups about child trafficking and abuse as she is pounding the pavement to prevent it, and says her disarming presence and appearance allows her to interact well with those on the streets. She has been held at gunpoint, and chased down a street by a pimp, an incident that prompted her to learn krav maga, a martial art form originating in Israel. Called to Rescue operates with three

“She, without knowing it, has led to the rescue of so many others.” CYNDI ROMINE

paid staff members, more than 100 volunteers in Portland and Vancouver, and many others who assist overseas. They partner with various organizations domestically and abroad, including Hope Ranch Ministries, a Eugene nonprofit that, according to its website, conducts awareness training, helps survivors through counseling and education, and runs a safe house for sex trafficking victims. Romine serves on

the board and says such partnerships have come about organically and helped more youngsters. Diana Janz, Hope Ranch Ministries’ board president and founder, says Romine brings expertise and focus to her organization’s board. Janz describes Romine as the driving force in helping Hope Ranch Ministries start a local citizen task force, and says she is encouraging, outgoing and passionate about her work. “She is so comfortable with who she is … it shines through in what she does,” Janz says. Romine says God put her on that late ‘80s canoe trip, galvanizing what she calls “a life’s work.” ☸

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10 RESTAURANTS FOR COZY CONVERSATIONS

HAT MATTERS MOST TO YOU WHEN you’re dining out at a restaurant? Do you make your decisions based on cuisine, location or price?

What about noise level? In today’s busy environment, many restaurants have given into the notion that their eateries must be full of noise and confusion. But this is, in fact, driving away many older adults who want to enjoy lively conversation without having to shout over the thick layer of noise, background music and symphony of voices. Some restaurants will turn down the music to accommodate their customers. You can ask to be moved to a quieter section of the restaurant (if there is one) or, if necessary, wear ear protection. Another solution is to frequent a restaurant as soon as it opens to avoid large, loud crowds. Or, eat at the end of a lunch period rather than during the peak. If you’re wondering about safe noise levels, consider these measurements. Most noise levels are given in dBA, which are decibels adjusted to reflect the ear’s response to different frequencies of sound.

“Quiet,” safe for hearing health and conversation, is 70 dBA. “Moderate,” safe for hearing health yet still conducive to conversation, is 71-75 dBA. “Louder” may be safe for hearing health, but 81 dBA and above are unsafe. Here are 10 restaurants we recommend for those who enjoy the pleasure of intimate dining in quiet venues: ▶▶GRACIE’S, 729 SW 15TH AVE., PORTLAND This is a swanky restaurant with a classic Hollywood feel serving American fare in the Hotel Deluxe. Like other hotels in Portland, their noise level is more hushed. So many new hotels have opened in the Pearl and downtown of late that it could be an adventure to try a different one each week or month. ▶▶FRATELLI PONZI FINE FOOD AND WINE BAR, 100 SW 7TH ST., DUNDEE On trips to the coast, I always stop at this restaurant because of the quality of food, service, indoor fireplace and ample outdoor dining. Located in the heart of wine country it received a certificate of excellence from 2015-19. If fish stew is on the menu, order it. If you like eating and shopping, Joy’s boutique is located nearby.

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wines from Italy for over 38 years —thousands of bottles to meet any budget. For simplicity, their spaghetti and meat sauce beats most other Italian eateries. The stylish patio is like stepping into Tuscany. Many signature dishes, knowledgeable staff. ▶▶PAPA HAYDN, 5829 SE MILWAUKIE AVE., PORTLAND Their patio gives off a beautiful scent, and indoor tables are quiet, too. Their happy hour is exceptional. The large case with European-style desserts is mouth-watering so leave room for a goodie. You won’t find any disappointing American entrees. Whenever possible, they source produce from organic growers. ▶▶CASTAGNA, 1752 SE HAWTHORNE BLVD., PORTLAND This restaurant is touted for its adventurous kitchen and fine dining. Many food writers have said it delivers threestar Michelin meals and have hailed its menu. If prices seem upscale for some, think of sharing to keep on budget. ▶▶GINO’S RESTAURANT AND BAR, 8051 SE 13TH, SELLWOOD When you walk through the copper metal door you find yourself in a modern trattoria where carefully prepared, seasonal options are featured in this Italian establishment with extensive wine list and sleek room. Note their century-old oak wine bar and a popular option of small plates from 2 to 4 p.m., and during the last hour of service. ▶▶WOODSTOCK WINE & DELI, 4030 SE WOODSTOCK BLVD., PORTLAND People comment about their “amazing” deli, with sandwiches and cheese platter, their pastrami and wine list. ▶▶PORTOFINO CAFÉ ITALIANO, 8075 SE 13TH, SELLWOOD This relaxed café is a long-standing cozy Italian trattoria featuring everyday Italian eats. Popular neighborhood hangout. ☸

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COFFEE AND CHAT, 10 a.m. to noon, Starbucks inside Oak Grove Fred Meyer, 1400 McLoughlin Blvd., Milwaukie.

SYMPHONY: STEPHEN HOUGH PLAYS MENDELSSOHN, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $24+. Orsymphony.org.

3 — OREGON SINFONIETTA, “Violin Concerto” with conductor Donald L. Appert, 3 p.m., Sunnyside Seventh-day Adventist Church, 10501 SE Market St., Portland. Free.

SERIES: AUTHORS DEBBIE ETHELL AND JACK LORTS, 3 p.m., Stickman’s family-friendly pub, 40 N. State St., Lake Oswego. Canned good/ cash donations taken.

23 — SATORI MEN’S CHORUS, “Night Into Day,” 7:30 p.m., Central Portland (Central Lutheran Church), 1820 NE 21st Ave., Portland. $15/$7. Wheelchair accessible.

4 — ANDROID BASICS, 3 to 5 p.m., Multnomah County Library-Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave., Portland. Free. CLUB, 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Marshall Exercise Room, 1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver, Wash. $2. 360-216-6264. CHICK COREA WITH OREGON SYMPHONY, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $35+. Orsymphony.org.

8 — PRIMORDIAL SWAMP AND VIVE LA FEMME, 7 p.m., 45th Parallel Universe, The Old Church, 1422 SW 11th Ave., Portland. $20/$30. 45thparallelpdx.org.

9 — (ALSO NOV. 10) CHELATCHIE PRAIRIE RAILROAD PATRIOT’S WEEKEND SPECIAL, noon and 2:30 p.m., Yacolt, Wash. $18/$17. Bycx.com. GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OREGON, “A Case Study: Discovering my Paternal Grandmother’s Family History” by Tim Rippe, 10 a.m. to noon, Brookwood Library, 2850 NW 18 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS METRO | NOVEMBER 2019

OREGON SYMPHONY: MOZART AND MAHLER, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $24+. Orsymphony.org.

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13 — MOUNT HOOD REPUBLICAN WOMEN, roundtable discussion about issues that affect our state and country, 11 a.m., Elmer’s Restaurant,

“THE NUTCRACKERS,” Metropolitan Youth Symphony and Oregon International Ballet Academy, 7:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. Nov. 24, Lincoln Performance Hall, Portland State University. $29. Oiballet.org. (THROUGH NOV. 25) OREGON SYMPHONY: THE TEMPEST, 7:30 p.m., Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $24+. Orsymphony.org.

24 — EDGAR MEYER: SOLITARY BASS, 4 p.m., The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 SW 11th Ave., Portland. $10+. tickets@cmnw.org or 503-294-6400. MUSIC BY SON DE CUBA, 2 p.m., Tualatin Public Library, 18878 SW Martinazzi Ave. Free.

30 — (ALSO DEC. 1) OREGON SYMPHONY: HOLIDAY SWING, 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. $24+. Orsymphony.org. ☸

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ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT| HOLIDAYS

Northwest Senior Theatre’s holiday show SPEND AN AFTERNOON AT ALPENROSE DAIRY OPERA HOUSE WITH THIS ANNUAL SPECTACULAR The Northwest Senior Theater (NST) is a nonprofit organization and a group of experienced (55 and older) performers. We are singers, dancers, actors, musicians and production folks who still thoroughly enjoy performing. We still love the challenge of building a character, stretching our limbs and strengthening our voices. The ultimate joy is the delight we see in our audiences. NST is comprised of retired professional performers not ready to put their voices and bodies out to pasture. Each new member brings something valuable and unique to our productions, so they are varied and always offer something new. Broadway, the movies, TV, radio and vaudeville have influenced our shows. Our artistic director Sue Tenison develops each show and encourages cast

input. We are particularly known for our sets and costumes. Dance captain Sue Teknion keeps us on track. Choreographer Joanne Breen gets us started off on the right foot. And to keep us on the beat is our live combo Pam Duvall on the keyboard, Paul Singer on drums and Faith Wang on bass guitar. Originally we drew audiences primarily from retirement homes bused

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