SEPTEMBER 26, 2019 FLORENCE EVENTS CENTER 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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undreds of Florence residents are embarking on an exciting new phase of their life! Men and women 50 and older are looking for information on everything from retirement benefits to recreational opportunities, health concerns and housing options — answers to which they can find at this year’s Good Life Boomer & Senior Expo.
“We have a diverse senior population in this community and we hope the Boomer and Senior Expo offers new and creative ways to meet the needs of these residents,” said Siuslaw News Publisher Jenna Bartlett. The seventh annual Florence Good Life Boomer & Senior Expo, presented by the Siuslaw News and sponsored by PeaceHealth Peace Harbor and Banner Bank, provides the perfect venue for businesses to present to this strong and vibrant population. See more on page 3
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Sept. 26, 2019 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free Admission
• Raffles • Lifestyle Presentations & Seminars
(please bring a canned food item to donate to Florence Food Share)
• Health Screenings • Samples • Volunteer Opportunities
Schedule & Speakers 10 to 11:15 a.m. Regenerative Medicine Seminar Nurse Stephanie Jones with Pain Relief Partners 11:30 a.m. to Noon “Staying in the Light” — How seniors can combine their gifts and passions to add new meaning to life Becky Olson with The Salvation Army Office of Gift Planning
Cont. from page 2 “We have programs for active seniors who are looking for everything from new fitness activities to financial services, or information and tips for those who need assistance getting around safely and affordably,” Bartlett added. Florence Good Life Expo is an event you don’t want to miss! It takes place Thursday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the FEC, 715 Quince St., and features
12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Good Life Expo Presentation Hearing Associates of Florence 1 to 1:30 p.m. Good Life Expo Presentation CapTel Captioned Telephone
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information designed especially for seniors, caregivers and their friends and family members. Admission is free, though a donation of canned food for Florence Food Share is appreciated. As a special treat, BJ’s Ice Cream is dishing up free scoops all day. Attendees at this expo can look forward to free health screenings and accessing investment guidance, travel news, retirement choices and attending a variety of educational seminars.
The expo includes a diverse range of exhibitors, entertainment and educational seminars with the goal of helping the 50-plus demographic manage and enhance all aspects of their lives. There will also be chances for volunteer opportunities and community engagement. However, people should not that this year there will not be flu shots offered. Come spend the day and learn how various businesses can help anyone make the most of their retirement years.
PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center
PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center is Florence’s largest provider of healthcare. Come to the Good Life Boomer and Senior Expo to talk to representatives from Orthopedics and Women’s Health, the PeaceHealth Foundation and more. Plus, attendees can get their blood pressure checked and learn more about PeaceHealth’s programs. At PeaceHealth Medical Group, you’ll find experienced doctors and
health care providers from medical specialties in PeaceHealth clinics and hospitals in and around the Siuslaw region. The main campus is at 400 Ninth St. in Florence. The PeaceHealth Walk-In Clinic, 380 Ninth St., provides care for nonlife threatening illnesses or minor injuries. For more information about PeaceHealth Peace Harbor, visit www.peace health.org/phmg/florence.
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For seniors, being alone can escalate feelings of isolation. As men and women age, their social circles may begin to shrink. The health resource Aging Care says 43 percent of seniors have a persistent sense of loneliness. For many, dating is helping them find renewed companionship, self-confidence and vigor. Despite the rush that one may feel when beginning a new relationship, it is important to put safety first. One of the key considerations is disease prevention. Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that, between 2000 and 2008, there was a 45 percent increase in reported sexually transmitted diseases in Americans over the age of 40. Online dating may make seniors vulnerable to STDs. Furthermore, many STDs go unrecognized and thusly untreated in the senior community because they’re simply not expected. Education can help keep seniors safe. Doctors can inquire about sexual ac-
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tivity as they would with other age groups. Seniors themselves should always practice protected intimacy and get refresher courses on “safe sex” education. In Florence, there is free testing for HIV & HepC every second and fourth Friday at PeaceHealth Oregon Cardiology, 310 Ninth St. This service is hosted by Alliance for Men’s Wellness and HIV Alliance from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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keeping individuals healthy and independent at home. Since 1979, Addus HomeCare Aides have provided in-home care services to older adults and adults with disabilities. Stop by our booth and explore how Addus’ services can help you or your loved ones remain healthy and independent at home: In-Home Care Services • Adult Day Services Veteran Care Services • Home Health Services
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* Hearing loss is personal for me. Stop in and visit with us about it. * Learn about the latest solutions to improve your life. * Stream BlueTooth directly from phones, tablets, and TV’s to your hearing aids in high definition. * Put your hands on some of the latest technology, and sign up for a free test drive - and one of 20 chances to win a $10 gift certificate towards a pizza. See you there!
ROBY’S FURNITURE & APPLIANCE
FLORENCE–Even though many people try to maintain an active lifestyle and get regular exercise, the body still changes with age. Roby’s Furniture & Appliance and The Mattress Shoppe will be showcasing three different ways of helping people offset some of those changes at this week’s Boomer and Senior Expo with Simmons mattresses on an adjustable bed; a Flexsteel lift chair; and a SoCozy heat and massage chair by Southern Motion. Getting a good night’s sleep can go a long way towards preventing fatigue. Sleep gives a body the time it needs to repair itself overnight. If you wake up stiff and sore, or feeling more tired than you did the night before, it could mean that it’s time for a new mattress. A Simmons mattress on an adjustable bed from The Mattress Shoppe at Roby’s can help
you get that “better night’s sleep.” If you find yourself sitting in an uncomfortable chair because it’s the only one in the house that doesn’t hurt when you stand up, you might think about a lift chair. It can help you stand up without putting strain on your back or knees. It can also help you maintain your balance as you rise, possibly preventing a devastating fall. Or, how about the new SoCozy massage chair from Southern Motion. A gentle massage, either full back or lumbar along with the heat of the SoCozy, can soothe those tired muscles. Roby’s Furniture has a very large selection of manufacturers and models on display and will have several at the expo, where you’ll find brands like Ultra Comfort and Med-Lift,
as well as Flexsteel and LaZBoy. Members of the Roby’s Sales Team will have a display of products for you to try out. They’ll also be there with plenty of information and explain our “Take It Back” guarantees so you’ll feel comfortable with your purchase. In addition, Roby’s offers several ways to pay. If you special order and pay in advance, you will save 20 percent off your lift chair or adjustable base — offer good only through Thursday, Oct. 31. Financing your purchase can be paid over 18 months with deferred interest, with credit approval required. Create your perfect home with furniture, appliances and mattresses that are just right! Roby’s Furniture & Appliance and the Mattress Shoppe is at 1870 Highway 101 in Florence and online at www.robysfurniture.com.
September 2019 • Good Life Boomer & Senior Expo 5 Children watch their broth- animal fats, added sugars and ers, sisters and adults in their chemical sweeteners, as well as families. They watch, learn and alcohol and tobacco or abusing model similar behavior when addictive drugs. Young brains affected by althey are young and think it’s normal. cohol are unable to analyze the As they grow up they can health consequences of repeatchoose a healthier way of life, ed alcohol consumption. Alcofree from alcohol, tobacco and hol and tobacco damage to cells abusing addictive substances. in the mouth, throat, esophaSiuslaw Area Partnership gus, stomach, pancreas, liver, to Prevent Substance Abuse heart, kidneys and intestinal (SAPPSA) works to educate tract become long-term health children and adults to choose a issues. The cost is enormous. healthier way to live by drinking For more information, conclean water, eating more fruits tact SAPPSA Secretary Jenny and vegetables, and avoiding Velinty at 541-997-7573.
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Spruce Point Assisted Living Spruce Point Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is a beautiful, 65-apartment senior living community located on the majestic Oregon coast, just off of scenic Highway 101 in Florence. At Spruce Point, residents enjoy the comfort of independence, coupled with the convenience and
camaraderie of community living. Spruce Point’s apartments feature private baths, full kitchenettes and the peace of mind knowing that residents are always steps away from programs and services designed to make life easy and exciting. To find out more, visit us at our booth.
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Our Accelerated Care Program is specifically designed for Subacute care. The program provides our therapy team with specialized tools that address a number of clinical conditions such as contractures, pain control, wounds and incontinence as well as balance and endurance. These advance treatment options include: Electrical stimulation, ultra sound, diathermy and Bio Dex. ”Life Care Center Of Coos Bay. Where our family Cares For Your Family.”
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West Lane 90by30 is the Siuslaw region arm of the countywide Child Abuse Prevention Initiative to reduce child abuse and neglect by 90 percent by the year 2030. Three Prevention programs implemented so far are: • “Healthy Families” provides home visits to support parenting skills and social connections. • “Roots of Empathy” teaches emotional literacy, social skills and compassion to our region’s first graders. • “Welcome Baby Boxes” gifts new parents with a portable sleep system, care essentials, and a resource notebook. Pictured are Sam & Carter Jo Gauderman at the annual Child Abuse Prevention Open House. Everyone has a part to play! Join us! Call 541-590-0779 for more information, or visit 90by30.com.
The Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman provides Certified Volunteer Ombudsmen for Oregonians living in nursing, assisted and residential living, and adult foster home facilities. Ombudsmen serve as the voice of the resident, working to make the system responsive to their needs and wishes. They investigate the resident’s concerns and work until these concerns have been resolved. Services provided are free and confidential, and we provide a no-cost training for our volunteer Ombudsmen. Learn about becoming a Certified Ombudsman of the Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman at an upcoming Certified Ombudsman Open House Webinar. Find out what an Ombudsman does, requirements and more. 1.800.522.2602. | www.oltco.org www.facebook.com/oregonltcombudsman/
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Since 1979, Addus HomeCare, Inc. has served families at home, providing quality in-home supportive services to elderly and younger persons with disabilities. Our approach is simple: We provide great care and we pay attention. In the conduct of providing our services, we watch for important changes in health condition so we can promptly get that information to the appropriate health resource. Early identification leads to early intervention. Early intervention leads to lower health care costs and a dramatic increase in quality of life for our consumers. That is our purpose and how we should be measured.
Siuslaw Area Partnership to Prevent Substance Abuse, in collaboration with the community, provides substance abuse prevention education and information for youth and families to increase their awareness regarding the effects of alcohol and drugs. www.sappsa.org S.A.P.P.S.A. is a 501 (C) (3) Non– profit Oregon Corporation. Contributions are tax deductible AND ARE USED TO BETTER OUR COMMUNITY. Your help is most appreciated.
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Shorewood Senior Living
Welcome to Shorewood Senior Living! Florence is a destination desired by many seniors for its mild, cool climate, stunning coastal views and sandy beaches ready for recreation. Shorewood is a friendly, active and caring independent living senior community that is as special as the people who live here. Opportunities abound to expand horizons, learn or try something you have never done before. Want to spend the
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26, 2019 Senior Health September Insurance Benefi ts Assistance 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St. Individuals who have day on the golf links or fishing on the
river? How about hiking the lake trails or horseback riding? It’s all right here in Florence and within minutes of Shorewood Senior Living. Stay vibrant and active with us. Perhaps you are thinking about leaving behind the work and worry of keeping up your own home. But, for what? If you are looking for a place where you can: • explore your dreams • expand your life • live in the spirit of community with other like-minded people • maintain your routine or try something new then Shorewood Senior Living is the place for you! Many residents living here consider their elder years the most rewarding and fulfilling times of their lives. Come to the Good Life Expo to meet us, or visit www.compass-living.com/ senior-living/or/florence/shorewoodliving/.
Medicare in Oregon can call the Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) program for free advocacy and counseling services. SH I BA- c e r t i f i e d counselor Mitch Tlustos and cohorts will be on hand to answer questions about Medicare, schedule appointments during Open Enrollment, and provide information about your health care choices. SHIBA is a government-funded consumer education program. Services are private, individual and free. Local SHIBA volunteer counselors provide year-round appointments for clients on Medicare or soon to be eligible for Medicare. SHIBA is always recruiting new volun-
teers. Being a SHIBA volunteer is highly rewarding. Plus, SHIBA has monthly appointments year-round at Lane Community College. If someone needs help with Medicare or is interested in volunteering, call 541-7364421 and leave a message. Stop by at the expo and say, “Hi!”
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Point and Memory Care 27. & 28. Assisted FlorenceLiving Antiques 9. Westmont Senior Living 17. Life Care Center of Coos BaySpruce Community is a beautiful, 65-apartment, senior Best for Hearing & Coast Jewelers 18. Wellness Essentials 10. New FriendsStaff Memory 2. NW Memory Care living community located on the majestic Oregon Best For Hearing is a&family-owned business with a 39-year coast, just off of scenic HighwayLiving 101 in Florence. At 29. Spruce Point Assisted Residential Care 19. Shorewood 3. West Lane 90by30 Spruce Point, residents enjoy the comfort of history in providing hearing help to those with hearing and Memory Care Community Pain Relief independence, coupled with the convenience and Oregon . Addus HomeCare, Inc.are committed11. loss. We to the total hearing health 22. needs of Eye Consultants camaraderie of community living. Spruce Point’s 30. Siuslaw News 12. &families 20. Banner Bank patients and their and recognize that 23.hearing Dynamic Hearing Solutionsapartments feature private baths, full kitchenettes 5. SHIBA (Seniorour Health and the31. peace of mind knowing&that residents are Roby’s Furniture impairments effect just individuals, but the entire 13. not & 21. PeaceHealth rance Benefits Assistance) 24. SAPPSA (Siuslaw Area always steps away from programs and services Appliance and The Mattress families.14. We New are here to helpIn-Home families hear designed to make life easy and exciting. Stop by our Horizons Carebetter!Partnership to Prevent 6. LCOG (Lane Council Shoppe booth to learn more! of Governments) 2285 Highway 101 Substance Abuse) 15. Hearing Associates 32. Salvation Army Florence, OR 97439 25. Oregon Pacific Bank of Florence 7. Nova Health WHEN EXPERIENCE COUNTS SPRUCE POINT 33.| BJ’s Ice Cream (541) 997-8866 We go to EXTREMES to solve your hearing problems! 375 9th St Florence, OR 97439 | 541-997-6111 26. Best for Hearing 16. CapTel Outreach 8. Pacific Source www.BestForHearing.com
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Nova Health has been serving patients throughout Lane County and Roseburg for over 10 years. One thing has been the same since the beginning: Our commitment to quality patient care and our commitment to each other. Beginning in August, Nova Health clinic now offers urgent care in Florence. The clinic, located at 4480 Highway 101, currently provides primary care services. The addition of urgent care walk-ins and same-day appointments provides a convenient and comprehensive care solution for individuals and families in Florence and surrounding areas. The Florence clinic will accept walk-ins, with complimentary blood pressure checks during regular business hours. By expanding its service offering, Nova Health’s Florence
clinic will be better equipped to treat a broad spectrum of health care needs of Florence’s residents. According to clinic manager Brittany Elliott, the expanded urgent care offering is part of Nova Health’s commitment to be a trusted source of routine, preventive and urgent care needs for the Florence community. “Nova Health is committed to offering a full spectrum of affordable patient care services and access to the highest quality providers,� said Elliott. “Adding urgent care services, as well as free blood pressure screenings, to our clinic helps us meet our goal of delivering quality, affordable health care to everyone in the community.� For more information, visit www.novahealth.com/ locations/nova-health-Florence.
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BEST FOR New Friends Memory HEARING and Residential Care Best For Hearing, a different kind of hearing practice, provides hearing solutions that are customized to each patient’s individual needs. The most important part of what we do is listen. Thanks to today’s advanced technology, we can provide education and solutions that are more powerful, precise and user-friendly than ever before. Best For Hearing’s expertise with Starkey’s state-ofthe-art hearing aids ensures that each pa-tient receives superior comfort, unmatched technology and best-in-class features. Bring questions to the expo, where we will be glad to answer them.
New Friends Memory and Residential Care of Florence is located just off Highway 101 on the beautiful Oregon Coast. Situated in picturesque Florence, New Friends is close to shopping, medical and community Social Facilities. Life at New Friends is like living at home with meals, housekeeping and maintenance provided. Our residents enjoy their own private studio rooms furnished with their treasured belongings. The dining room, featuring restaurant-style dining, is a gathering place for pleasant conversation and delicious home-cooked meals. Residents are invited to take an active role in our many programs and services, continuing the activities they enjoyed in their own homes. Families, knowing that our staff is available 24 hours a day and that every studio is equipped with an emer-
gency call system, can enjoy peace of mind. Our philosophy is to promote dignity for each elder by appreciating them as unique individuals with a rich background, by supporting their abilities, and by compensating for disabilities so that the elder feels useful and successful. Everyone has a unique and often personal interest in the success and stability of the senior living community of which they are a part. To elders and families, it may mean independence, comfort, convenience and predictability. To friends, peace of mind and stability may be valued. To the staff it could mean job security and satisfaction. Our mission is to provide choices in caring communities. Our vision is to redefine the experience where life and caring come together.
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How to show appreciation to seniors in your life
Grandparents and seniors can share wisdom and a lifetime of experience with the young people in their lives. Expressing gratitude for such lessons is a great way to show the seniors in your life, whether it’s a grandparent, mentor or family friend, how much they’re appreciated. Some seniors live alone, while others may be living with their adult children and grandchildren, offering care and support to help make the household function. Whether grandparents, aunts and uncles or older friends live close by or elsewhere, there are many ways for their loved ones to show them how much they’re appreciated. 1. Become pen pals. Seniors may have limited mobility or opportunities to get out of the house. Receiving mail is one way to connect with the outside world. Regularly send letters to a grandparent or other senior, sharing tales of daily life and key moments that will bring them joy. Chances are they’ll return the favor with a letter of their own. 2. Explore technology together. Younger generations can introduce seniors to available technology that can bring them closer.
This may include digital assistants that enable them to share videos, tablets to send email or access social media, mobile phones for calling and texting, and anything else families can customize to their needs. 3. Offer companionship. Spending time with younger generations can motivate seniors to stay active and engaged. Have games
and activities at the ready or simply provide a listening ear. 4. Shop and run errands. Help aging loved ones perform the tasks that they may not be able to tackle on their own. This can include picking up groceries or prescriptions or taking them to appointments. Simple work around the house, like doing laundry or light clean-up, also can be a big help. 5. Start a hobby together. Develop a hobby that seniors and young people can enjoy together. Watching classic movies, painting ceramics, going to sporting events, or gardening are just a few of the many hobbies that seniors can enjoy with their young loved ones. There are many ways to bridge the generation gap and spend meaningful time with aging loved ones.
Dynamic Hearing Solutions Find your best solution today. Dynamic Hearing Solutions is owned by Rick and Linda Rochon and was founded when Rick lost hearing due to surgery. Their motto is “Advanced, Affordable and Accurate� solutions. Dynamic Hearing Solutions provides free hearing evaluations and the sales and service of many brands, right by the Sugar Shack in Reedsport. Stop by their booth, see the latest hearing aids, and enter to win one of 20 $10 gift certificates for pizza. 541-361-0601 www.rrochon.com
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us to focus on satisfying your hearing care needs, whatever they may be. Hearing Associates of Florence will work with you to diagnose and find solutions for your hearing and tinnitus concerns using state-of-the-art equipment and the most advanced technology. Because our focus is entirely on you and your health, coming to Hearing Associates of Florence means that you’ll experience patient care that is specific to you, with exceptional follow-up care that ensures your hearing needs are being met.
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Life Care Center of Coos Bay
Coos Bay, Ore., is a small bay along Oregon’s dramatic coastline and home to Life Care Center of Coos Bay. Our skilled nursing team warmly welcomes each patient and resident into the Life Care family. Within five minutes of Bay Area Hospital, the Life Care facility is a perfect choice for long-term care, short-term rehabilitation or post-operative recovery. Focusing on inpatient and outpatient
rehabilitation with 24-hour skilled nursing care, Life Care Center of Coos Bay features state-of-the-art equipment, such as the VitalStimÂŽ therapy system. Our in-house team of therapists and nurses create individualized care plans for patients and residents with their needs and goals in mind. Drop by our facility for a free tour and discover why Life Care Center of Coos Bay is a premier nursing home in the bay area.
Oregon Pacific Bank Trust Services Oregon Pacific Bank is one of the few community banks in Oregon offering comprehensive trust, fiduciary and investment services. The bank’s team of local professionals are highly qualified and eager to help clients work towards aging comfortably in their own homes. Oregon Pacific Bank objectively
preserves and protects trust assets according to the client’s wishes. This can include providing for beneficiaries, establishing gifting programs, guardianships, or family foundations, managing real estate and personal property. In Florence, Oregon Pacific Bank is located at 1355 Highway 101. For more information, visit www.opbc.com.
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Florence Antiques & Coast Jewelers Have your estate jewelry valued, authenticated and cleaned
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ring your estate jewelry to Florence Antiques and Coast Jewelers’ booth at the Boomer and Senior Expo on Thursday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Florence Events Center to have it cleaned, valued and authenticated. This is the fourth year that Tom Bassett and Richard Bailey, owners of Florence Antiques and Coast Jewelers, have offered this service, and they are excited to see what attendees bring. While the pair can’t offer an official appraisal, as they are not state certified, they can determine if your gem
stones are real and not costume; value the items you bring at local retail pricing; clean them using state-ofthe-art methods; test your
gold to verify its quality; and refer you to our GIA certified appraiser, master watch maker and longtime jewelry repair man. The cleaning is free at no charge and will take approximately 15 minutes. No costume jewelry, please. Florence Antiques buys, sells and consigns estate jewelry at its store location at 1220 Bay St. in Historic Old Town Florence, and may buy your gold and silver as well. If you have any questions, please call us at 541-9978104 or stop by and say hello Wednesday through Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m.
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It’s about believing in those people who need help living at home. And it’s what we set out to do every day. At New Horizons InHome Care, we know that freedom at home means a lot. That’s why we want you to think of us as your partner in in-home care. Deciding to begin in-home care can be a difficult and emotional decision. And you have lots of questions: Can in-home care help? What does it entail? How much does it cost? How will I feel about bringing a stranger into my home, or my mother or father’s home? How do I know whom to hire? First of all, in-home care serves a vitally important role in allowing seniors or disabled people to continue living at home when it’s simply not possible for them to do that on their own. Certainly, some clients, when first presented with the idea, will feel their independence is being threatened. It’s a hard thing for some
people to come to terms with. But it’s important to remember, that inhome care, perhaps at just several hours a week, would be enough to actually help them retain the independence of living at home, perhaps in a place where they have spent decades of their life. For New Horizons, the common denominator is that a reliable, well-trained caregiver will come to you, allowing you to continue living in your home when that has become difficult. With offices in Florence, Eugene, Salem and Corvallis, we have many ways to serve you — plus, we have an on-call nurse available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For service in Florence, Mapleton, Reedsport, Yachats and surrounding areas, call 541-997-8115 or stop by 398 Highway 101 in Florence. Learn more at www.newhorizons inhomecare.com and by visiting us at the Good Life Boomer and Senior Expo.
Senior & Disability Services
Senior & Disability Services (S&DS), a division of Lane Council of Governments, provides services for older adults and adults with disabilities. Services include information and referral through the ADRC, Meals on Wheels & CafĂŠ 60 dining sites, Medicaid, SNAP (formerly Food Stamps), long-term care services, family caregiver
supports, Adult Protective Services, health promotion programs and many more. The Senior Connections Program of S&DS works with adults aged 60 and older and family caregivers, at no charge, regardless of income. Senior Connections Area Coordinators and volunteers in six Lane County communities work to help
older adults in their own homes and conduct initial assessments, referrals and ongoing facilitation of services for federal and state programs. Trained volunteers are the key to our success. S&DS has offices in Eugene and Florence, with outstations in Cottage Grove, Junction City, Oakridge and Veneta.
OREGON EYE CONSULTANTS
Oregon Eye Consultants LLC is a leader in comprehensive and vitreo-retinal ophthalmic care in Western Oregon. The practice strives to provide the highest level of eye care, aiming to support an atmosphere that will comfort and educate our patients in all services they receive.
Our goal is to enhance the life of each patient by taking care of all their vision needs. We look forward to being a part of the Good Life Senior Expo in Florence. Please stop by our booth with any questions you may have.
Are you ready for Open Enrollment? Why Choose a Corporate Trustee? We provide over 20 years of experience with an accessible team of local professionals. Our clients enjoy peace of mind knowing that their assets are in the hands of trusted professionals, guided by federal and state regulatory oversight and local, objective decision making. Contact our local trust team for a free consultation. | www.opbc.com
Every year from October 15-December 7, people with Medicare have the opportunity to change their health and drug plans. Companies that offer Medicare programs make changes in rates, co-pays, deductibles, drug lists, and provisions each year. Consumers should receive information about the 2020 plans by October 1st in time to review them before Open Enrollment. Local SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance) counselors are gearing up for appointments to be held most Fridays during Open Enrollment in the computer lab at the Florence campus of Lane Community College. SHIBA counselors meet with individuals to personally assist with Medicare choices, problems, enrollments, and questions. As trained volunteers serving under the direction of the Center for Medicare Services, they offer free help and services.
To schedule an appointment call 547-736-4421.
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THE SALVATION ARMY
Most of us, if given the chance, would like to leave a legacy to show that our lives have made a difference. We want to know we have contributed to an important work or cause that will benefit the lives of others for generations to come. While your legacy will consist of any physical and financial assets you leave behind â&#x20AC;&#x201D; money, possessions, real estate â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it can be much more than that. Your true legacy will be defined by the values and purposes your passions have embraced and shared in your life. Some peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacies will be written on monuments. Yours can be written on the lives of others. Come to the Florence Good Life Boomer and Senior Expo and visit with us at our booth to find out how you might join with us and others who love our community and seek to do the most good. For more information, contact Friends of The Salvation Army â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Western Lane County at P.O. Box 1915, Florence, OR 97439 and at 1-800-481-
3280. Plus, hear a special presentation by Salvation Army Office of Gift Planning from 11:30 a.m. to noon in the speaker area. In â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making a Difference by Staying in the Light,â&#x20AC;? learn how seniors can combine their gifts and passions to add new meaning in life. Becky Olson is a nationally known motivational speaker, author and host of the global radio/ podcast show Breast Friends Cancer Support Network. Olson is a five-time breast cancer survivor who will be offering a presentation to seniors on how to combine gifts and passions to add new meaning in life. Becky and her husband Bill own a cabin on Siltcoos Lake near Florence and enjoy supporting many organizations and activities in the Central Oregon Coast area. For additional information about Becky Olson visit www.beckyolson.com. The Salvation Army Office of Gift Planning is sponsoring her presentation.
Wellness Essentials
Learn about essential oils with Wellness Essentials and Young Living at the Good Life Boomer and Senior Expo. Young Living is committed to providing pure, powerful products for every family and lifestyle, all infused with the life-changing benefits of authentic essential oils. The community of wellness started small in 1993, when D. Gary Young and Mary Young developed their first herb farming and distillation operation. At the time, Gary Young had already discovered the power of essential oils, but because the quality of available oils varied so greatly, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d been unable to fully harness their potential. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s previous experience in the direct selling industry enabled the Youngs to fulfill their vision and establish a business that would empower its members to share truly pure essential oils with the world. After establishing Young Living in 1994, the Youngs developed more
farmland in Utah and Idaho and began cultivating lavender, peppermint, melissa, clary sage and many other herbs. Fueled by a growing demand for top-quality essential oils, Young Living designed and built the largest, most technologically advanced essential oil distillery in North America. In harmony with these efforts, Young Living developed its groundbreaking Seed to SealÂŽ standard that ensures verifiable purity and authenticity in each drop of essential oil. Young Living has grown to become the world leader in essential oils and wellness solutions. Even with expanding around the world, Young Living stays true to the Youngsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; original vision. With our steadfast commitment to essential oil purity, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve inspired millions of people everywhere to experience natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gifts of wellness, to create abundance as Young Living members, and to discover new opportunities for lifelong transformations.
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Families deserve pristine, authentic products straight from nature. Seed to Seal is Young Livingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s promise that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get exactly that. What we love most about Florence is the people. You cannot go anywhere in town without running into a smile or a â&#x20AC;&#x153;howdy.â&#x20AC;? Need a hand? There will be someone available. For a small town there is always something to do or places to go. Ride the dunes, be entertained by many a performance or simply go out to eat and watch life pass by ever so slowly. (With a glass of wine preferably). Perfect? No, of course not. But close!!! And besides, Florence is our town!
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Got questions? Need help with Essential Oils? Stop by my booth at the Good Life Senior Expo.
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Home security tips for seniors
Seniors are often targeted by criminals. Though many criminals target people from afar via telephone or internet scams, criminals also seek to enter seniors’ homes. Home security is im-portant for people of all ages. By following certain safety tips and developing a home security plan, seniors can feel safer at home. • Lock windows and doors. It may seem like common sense, but failure to repeatedly lock windows and doors can, and often does, give burglars easy entry into the home. • Don’t share or leave keys. Avoid leaving keys under a mat or in a flowerpot. Others may be watching your actions and gain access to your home while you are away. • Ask for ID. When service people or other individuals come to the door, verify their credentials by asking to see identification. • Get a home security system. The best protection against burglars is a home security alarm, states HomeSecurityResource.org. Such an alarm often deters burglars from breaking in. • Install a lockable mailbox. Locked mailboxes restrict access to sensitive information, such as bank account numbers, sent in the mail. Make sure retirement checks or other payments are deposited directly into bank accounts instead of having them sent by check. • Use home automation, which can be utilized to turn on lights, set the thermostat, lock doors and much more. • Adopt a dog. Dogs can be an asset to seniors. Dogs provide companionship and can bark or alert seniors if someone is around or inside of the home. Home security is serious business for seniors who are vulnerable to criminals.
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Explore relaxing hobbies to lower stress
Stress is a part of many people’s daily lives. A recent survey from the American Psychological Association found that 44 percent of Americans feel their stress levels have increased over the past five years. Children also are struggling, with almost one-third reporting that they have experienced a health symptom associated with stress, such as stomach aches, trouble sleeping and headaches. Calming activities that can tone down the body’s stress responses are great ways to alleviate stress. These hobbies and other interests can help tame stress by promoting calm. Listen to and/or play music Music can be energizing or calming, depending on which music you choose. Researchers at Stanford University found that rhythmic music may have therapeutic effects for treating a range of neurological conditions, as it stimulates the brain and can perhaps change how it functions. Familiar melodies and gentle music can
reduce the level of the stress hormone cortisol. Gardening Gardening lets a person tend to living things while getting some fresh air. Both the sunlight and the activity itself can be soothing and have a positive effect on mood. A study from the Journal of Health Psychology found that gardening, like listening to music, lowers cortisol levels. Grab a good book Taking the time to unwind and read can help ease tension in the muscles, lower one’s heart rate and induce calm. Research from the consultancy Mindlab International at the University of
Sussex found reading reduced stress levels by 68 percent. Make art Engaging in a creative hobby sharpens the mind and improves focus. You may also want to try focusing emotions onto the canvas to help release tension. A 2014 study published in the British Journal of Occupational Therapy found that 81.5 percent of respondents with depression reported feeling happy after knitting. Get moving A form of art and music, dancing can promote well-being through exercise and expansion of creative ability. It also can be good for the mind. A study from Swedish researchers that was published in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine found that a dancing intervention program, twice weekly for eight months, helped teenage girls struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, and other problems. Many similar relaxing activities can tame stress.
CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT ARE PREVENTED WHEN: Kids are connected Families are supported Community members take positive action Take positive action in your community by getting involved with 90by30’s West Lane Regional Leadership Team Email Jeanne at jeannes@90by30.com or call Suzanne at 541-590-0779
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