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F R I E N D S O F T H E M I LWAU K I E C E N T E R N E W S L E T T E R

SEPTEMBER 2015

IN THIS ISSUE• Lumberjack Breakfast, page 2• Farewell to Summer BBQ page 5

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Center Supervisor's Message

Hablamos EspanolMaria Lopez le puede ayudar con todas sus preguntas. Por favor de comunicarse con Maria de sus preguntas o intereses en el Milwaukie Center.

Center/Community Advisory BoardThe next meeting of the Center/Community Advisory Board (C/CAB) will be held jointly with the Friends of the Milwaukie Center Board on August 14 at 9:30 a.m. and is open to all interested people.

Members: Bill Bersie Siri Bernard Teena Hall Louise Fisher Lisa Ferguson Joel Bergman Kristin Messing Kim Buchholz Virginia Seitz Ben Horner-Johnson

Friends Board MeetingWednesday, September 16, 2015. We welcome guests!

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Milwaukie Center’s Mission: To be a link to resources for older adults and their families and a place for the community to gather, grow and contribute. Milwaukie Center, a division of North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District, is a multi-purpose community center operated as a focal point for recreation, learning and senior services.

5440 SE Kellogg Creek Drive Milwaukie, OR 97222 Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. -5p.m. (503) 653-8100 FAX: (503) 794-8016

IN THIS ISSUENewsletter Announcement . . . . . . . . . 2Center Supervisor's Message . . . . . . . . 3Healthy Aging Seminars & Support Groups 4-5 Volunteer Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ukulele & Instructor Highlights . . . . . . 6-7Fall Class Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9Clinics, Services & Resources . . . . . . 10-11August Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12September Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . 13Staff & Friends Phone List . . . . . . . . . 14Travel Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Golden Wedding Photos . . . . . . . . . 15Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Lumberjack Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . 16 Farewell to Summer BBQ . . . . . . . . . 16

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The Milwaukie Center offers Healthy Aging seminars focused on a variety of educational and health related topics presented by local professionals. Registration is required for the seminars by phoning Social Services at 503-653-8100.

STAYING CONNECTEDWed., 9/9, 9/16, 9/23 & 9/30; 1:30-3:30 p.m. Did you know that staying socially active and keeping your mind engaged can benefit your mood and memory? Want to learn more about the benefits of social engagement? During this 4 week program, participants will learn: strategies to help carry out enjoyable pastimes, how to cope with early memory loss, how to celebrate accomplishments and how to communicate your memory loss with others. Staying connected is geared specifically toward individuals with early memory loss and their care partners. This class is sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association Screening and registration is required: phone social services at the Milwaukie Center at (503) 653-8100.

BRAIN GAMES Mon., 9/21-11/23; 10:30-11:45 a.m. Brain Games is a memory enhancement, interactive program designed to exercise your "mental muscle." Participants will learn methods to refresh your memory and remember tasks. Join us for a relaxed learning experience to sharpen your mental skills and have fun, too. Register in advance by phoning Milwaukie Center or on-site. $25 class fee.

USING VETERAN AND MEDICAID BENEFITS TO PAY FOR LONG TERM CARE Tue., 9/22; 10:30 a.m.-noon Veteran and Medicaid benefits can be important components in paying for long-term care. Please join elder law and estate planning attorney Geoff Bernhardt from Law Offices of Geoff Bernhardt. He will discusses veteran and Medicaid benefits and other long-term care issues such as asset protection, Medicare, and in-home care.

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HEALTHY AGING SEMINARS AND SUPPORT GROUPS

VIEWS SUPPORT GROUP Tue., 3-4 p.m. (Volunteers Involved for the Emotional Well-being of Seniors) You don’t have to face life’s’ challenges alone. We have a few openings in our weekly senior support group led by trained volunteer peer counselors. The focus of this confidential, small group is developing new ways of coping with challenges, talking and listening to others about their concerns and life changes. For additional information, call Peter Walsh at 503-261-6181

DIABETES SUPPORT & EDUCATION GROUP Wed., 9/2; 1:30 p.m. Information, education and sharing for people with Type 2 diabetes, their families and friends. Everyone is welcomed. Next meeting is Sept. 2 at 1:30 p.m., topic: Accessing the preventive health screenings through Medicare, presented by Jane Henry.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP Tue., 9/8; 6-7:30 p.m. It’s important to take care of yourself, while you are caring for a loved one. The caregivers support group will provide participants an opportunity to share their ideas, and meet with others who are experiencing similar challenges. Participants will receive tips on self care and stress reduction; facilitated by staff from Elite Care and Helping Hands Home Care.


Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods stone grinds all grains into flour, cereals and baking mixes. Daily guided tours of our manufacturing facility are open to the public Monday through Friday at 10am. The tour takes place at our World Headquarters (not the Whole Grain Store), located at:

13521 SE Pheasant Court, Milwaukie, OR 97222 800-349-2173 • www.bobsredmill.com

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FALL PREVENTION AWARENESS Tues., 9/22; 1-3 p.m. Providence Milwaukie hospital physical therapists will discuss reducing and prevention falls, conduct individual gait and fall risk assessments. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions, and learn about physical therapy and how its used to maintain health. Register with Social Services at the Milwaukie Center, (503) 653-8100.

MAKING HEALTH CARE CHOICES FOR THE END-OF-LIFE Wed., 9/30 & 10/7 5-7 p.m. Join Gretchen Brauer-Rieke, RN, MSN and Certified Advance Care Planning Facilitator for a two-class series in making health care choices. Together, we will initiate a conversation about how death and dying has changed in our culture, and why it is becoming increasingly important to think about and plan for what we really want/don’t want at the close of our lives. During the two sessions, both the Oregon Advance Directive and POLST will be discussed so that you can become confident in your ability to make the decisions and complete the forms. We will also explore the challenge of having end-of-life conversations with our loved ones and with health-care professionals – guidance will be offered on how to broach those difficult discussions so that your wishes for end-of-life care become known and understood by others. Please plan to attend both classes in order to get the full benefit of the material. Materials fee: $3 per person payable at first classOptional text for the class is In Advance: A Practical Guide for Making Your Own End-of-Life Health Care Decisions, available in class for $10.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESWhat do you think of when you think of the month of September? The first thing that comes to my mind is the kids being back in school. Once you settle in to your new routine, give some serious thought about volunteering at the Milwaukie Center. We have plenty of volunteer opportunities for you to choose from. For example:• Meals on Wheels Drivers• Pete’s Café Kitchen Assistant –

Food Handlers Card Preferred• Meals on Wheels Box Wiper• Gift Shop• Receptionist• Travel Desk• Evening Bingo• Friends of the Milwaukie Center Board Member• Wood Splitter and Stacker• Rose Guardian• Bingo Floor Walker• Bingo Paymaster• Bus Washer• Respite Group Musician• Newsletter Courier• Grocery Shopping Assistant• Information Desk• Milwaukie Center Board Member• Noon Entertainment• Quilt Show Committee Member • Bread Table

Contact Judith Kallio, Volunteer Coordinator, (503) 794-8034, to discuss volunteering and to ask any questions you might have about volunteering.

“FORGET YOURSELF FOR OTHERS AND OTHERS WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.”

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Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods is proud of our close and continuous association with the Milwaukie Center.

• Breakfast • Lunch• Dinner • Espresso• Bakery• Books

® Whole Grain Store, Restaurant & BakeryM–Th 6am–8pm | F–S 6am–9pm | closed Sunday

5000 SE International Way, Milwaukie, OR 97222 503-607-6455

Shop for all Bob’s Red Mill products in bulk bins and a variety of packages, up to 25 lbs.

Enjoy a meal or bakery treat. Balcony and patio dining.

HEALTHY AGING SEMINARS AND SUPPORT GROUPS C O N T I N U E D

FAREWELLTO SUMMER BBQ

Enjoy barbecued chicken, bratwurst, potato salad,

roasted vegetables, baked beans, grilled garlic bread, watermelon and

Senior Center Month celebration cake. Entertainment by

Mark Cash & Chihuahua Desert. Cost: 60+, $3; under 60, $5 per person

September 24, 2015; Noon-1pm

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Parties of 6 or more can make a reservation by calling (503) 654-3030.

Celebrate Summer with friends at

the Milwaukie Center!

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Informational meeting Thu, Sept. 10 at 10:30 a.m. Program starts on Tue., September 15 at 10:30 a.m. Meets every Tues. & Thurs. 10:30-11:30 for 8 weeks.Walk with Ease is an evidence based fitness program that can reduce pain and improve overall health. If you can be on your feet for 10 minutes without increased pain, you can have success with the Walk with Ease program. Each hourly session will be comprised of a health-related discussion topic, stretching exercises, heart-rate monitoring techniques and a self paced group walk lead by two certified Walk with Ease leaders. Each participant will be provided a Walk with Ease Guidebook and a water bottle. Pre-registration is required and is limited to the first 20 people who register. Call Social Services at (503) 653-8100.

WALKA R T H R I T I S F O U N D A T I O N

neededCHAINSAWS

Call (503) 653-8100 if you have a chainsaw to donate!


Come explore independent and assisted living communities, in-home care and many other related services – all in one place, the Milwaukie Center.

There will be more vendors than ever! Come and ask questions, get information and,

if interested, make appointments to visit your favorites.

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Marjorie PostThe Dragonfly StudioMarjorie Post was born and raised in the beautiful Willamette Valley. Her fortunate heritage was to have had two wonderful grandmothers from whom to learn needle crafts, especially quilting. Her daughters and she often wonder just what her grandmothers would think of all the modern methods we now use for creating quilts, as compared to the hand cutting and piecing, hand quilting and treadle machines commonly in use in their generation.

In years past, girls were routinely taught to sew using many of these same techniques. Marjorie was no exception; however, her desire to sew and create may have begun at an earlier age than many. Before she was old enough to start school, she sewed feed sack creations as long as her grandmother would rethread the needle. Then, when Marjorie was six years old, a new baby was due in the house and her mother suggested that she make a quilt for the baby. Diligently, she pieced small squares of cotton prints together. This was the beginning of a lifetime fascination with quilts.

Day/Dates: Saturdays, September 12, 19 & 26 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. September 12 class will meet 10 a.m. to noon. Fee: Resident: $75, Non-Resident: $85

Quilting Landscapes Use a photo or image of your choice to create a beautiful wall quilt. Marjorie Post, celebrated local artist, will teach raw edge and machine appliqué techniques while emphasizing creative use of color and materials. Visit thedragonflystudio.com or call (503) 335-0743 for more information.

Enjoy viewing some of her colored pencil paintings, floral photography, art quilts, and wearable art.

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This schedule is subject to change. Please call (503) 794-8092 for updates.

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FALL CLASS SCHEDULE 2015 Register In Person at the Milwaukie Center, By Phone at (503) 794-8092 or Online at ncprd.com

Class Day Time Dates Res. Non-Res. Level

$ Word Processing F 2:30-4:30 p.m. Oct 16-Nov 6 $70 $80 1

$ Computer Basics F 9-11 a.m. Oct 16-Nov 6 $70 $80 2

$ Computer Windows 8 F Noon-2 p.m. Oct 16-Nov 6 $70 $80 2

COMPUTER $ Bring $2 for materials

Class Day Time Dates age 62+

Oil Painting AM Th 9:30 a.m.-noon Oct 1-Nov 19 $100 $75

Oil Painting PM Th 1-3:30 p.m. Oct 1-Nov 19 $100 $75

Quilting Landscapes Sa 10 a.m.-noon Sep 12

Quiling Landscapes Sa 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sep 19 & Sep 26

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* Creative Writing W 1-2:45 p.m. Sep 30-Nov 25 $70 $53

Spanish I M 2-3:30 p.m. Sep 28-Nov 16 $60 $45

Spanish II M 12:15-2 p.m. Sep 28-Nov 16 $70 $53

Spanish Conversation I M 10:30 a.m.-noon Sep 28-Nov 16 $60 $45

Spanish Conversation II M 9-10:30 a.m. Sep 28-Nov 16 $60 $45

Spanish Immersion MTW 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sep 21-23 $50 $38

Your Story Th 1-2:45 p.m. Oct 1-Nov 19 $70 $53

LANGUAGE AND WRITING Check Discovery Guide for times


Line Dance: Beginner Tu 11:20 a.m.-12:20 p.m. Sep 29-Dec 1 $50 $38

* Line Dance: Beginner Th 12:30-1:30 p.m. Oct 1-Dec 10 $50 $38

* Line Dance: Intermediate Th 1:35-2:35 p.m. Oct 1-Dec 10 $50 $38

Milwaukie Center Singers M 1:30-2:30 p.m. Sep 28-Dec 14 $10

Beginning Ukulele W 6-7 p.m. Sep 9-30 $12 $15 NR

Beginning Ukulele II W 6-7 p.m. Oct 7-28 $12 $15 NR

DANCE AND MUSIC * No class Nov 26

Class Day Time Dates

Chinese Mah Jongg M 12:30-3:30 p.m. drop-in $1 per session

Ukulele Jam Group Th 9:30-11 a.m. drop-in $1 per session

Woodcarvers W 8:30 a.m.-noon drop-in $1 per session

Party Bridge Th 12:30-3:30 p.m. drop-in $1 per session

Bingo Tu/Th 1-2 p.m. drop-in $1 per session

Mah Jongg W 12:30-3:30 p.m. drop-in $1 per session

Cribbage Th 1:30-3:30 p.m. drop-in $1 per session

Billiards M-F 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. drop-in $1 per session

ACTIVITY GROUPS Center closed Nov 11 & Nov 26-27

$75 $85 NR

Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Our Village, Your Home3560 SE 79th Ave, Portland, OR 97206

503-775-4414 www.villageenterprises.org [email protected]


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Class Day Time Dates age 62+ Level

Circuit Training Tu 12:30-1:30 p.m. Sep 29-Dec 15 $60 $45 3 & 4

Complete Conditioning Tu 9:25-10:10 a.m. Sep 29-Dec 15 $45 $34 3

* Complete Conditioning Th 9:25-10:10 a.m. Sep 24-Dec 17 $45 $34 3

EZ-Does-It Aerobics M 8:30-9:15 a.m. Sep 28-Dec 7 $41 $31 3

* EZ-Does-It Aerobics W 8:30-9:15 a.m. Sep 30-Dec 9 $38 $29 3

* EZ-Does-It Aerobics F 8:30-9:15 a.m. Oct 2-Dec 11 $38 $29 3

Functional Fitness Tu 10:20-11:05 a.m. Sep 29-Dec 15 $45 $34 2 & 3

* Functional Fitness Th 10:20-11:05 a.m. Sep 24-Dec 17 $45 $34 2 & 3

INNERgystics M 12:15-1:15 p.m. Sep 28-Nov 30 $50 $38 3 & 4

* INNERgystics Th 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Oct 1-Dec 10 $50 $38 3 & 4

* Gold Toning W 12:15-1:15 p.m. Sep 30-Dec 9 $50 $38 2 & 3

* Gold Toning F 12:15-1:15 p.m. Oct 2-Dec 11 $40 $34 2 & 3

* Hula for Fitness Sa 9:30-10:30 a.m. Oct 3-Dec 5 $40 $30 3

Sit-N-B-Fit M 11:05-11:50 a.m. Sep 21-Dec 14 $49 $37 1 & 2

* Sit-N-B-Fit W 11:05-11:50 a.m. Sep 23-Dec 16 $45 $34 1 & 2

Sit-N-B-Fit F 11:05-11:50 a.m. Sep 25-Dec 18 $45 $34 1 & 2

Stretch & Flex Tu 8:30-9:15 a.m. Sep 29-Dec 15 $45 $34 3

* Stretch & Flex Th 8:30-9:15 a.m. Sep 24-Dec 17 $45 $34 3

* Tai Chi: Beginner MW 4-5 p.m. Oct 5-Dec 9 $90 $68 2 & 3

* Tai Chi: Beginner & Intermediate MWF 10:10-10:55 a.m. Oct 5-Dec 11 $101 $76 2 & 3

* Tai Chi: Beginner & Intermediate MW 6:35-7:35 p.m. Oct 5-Dec 9 $90 $68 2 & 3

* Tai Chi: Martial Arts Form/Swords MWF 9:20-10:05 a.m. Oct 5-Dec 11 $101 $76 3 & 4

* Tai Chi: Martial Arts Form/Swords MW 5:30-6:30 p.m. Oct 5-Dec 9 $90 $68 3 & 4

Walking with Wayne “WWW” W FREE FREE 3 & 4

Yoga Tu 5:30-6:30 p.m. Oct 6-Dec 8 $50 $38 2 & 3

Chair Yoga M 1:30-2:30 p.m. Sep 28-Nov 30 $50 $38 1 & 2

* Mindfulness Meditation W 6-7:30 p.m. Oct 14-Dec 16 $85 $95 NR 1-4

Strength & Relaxation Yoga M 2:40-3:40 p.m. Sep 28-Nov 30 $50 $38 2 & 3

* Strength & Relaxation Yoga W 2:40-3:40 p.m. Sep 30-Dec 9 $50 $38 2 & 3

Zumba Tu 6:40-7:40 p.m. Sep 29-Dec 8 $55 $41 3 & 4

* Zumba Th 6-7 p.m. Oct 1-Dec 10 $50 $38 3 & 4

* Zumba Gold W 1:30-2:30 p.m. Sep 30-Dec 9 $50 $38 2 & 3

Zumba Gold F 1:30-2:30 p.m. Oct 2-Dec 11 $45 $34 2 & 3

FITNESS AND HEALTH * For No Class days, please read class description in the Discovery Guide.

Fitness & Health Course Intensity:

Level 1 Need Support (Chair Fitness)

Level 2 Beginners

Level 3 Active Now (Intermediate)

Level 4 Athlete (Advanced)

KIDS CLASSES Evening classClass Day Time Dates Res. Non-Res. Ages

Stories, Crafts & Music, Oh My! M 10-10:45 a.m. Oct 5-Nov 23 $52 $62 2-5

NEW! Dance Around the World & Me F 10:30-11:15 a.m. Oct 2-Nov 20 $72 $82 2-5

NEW! Joy of Movement F 9:30-10:15 a.m. Oct 2-Nov 20 $72 $82 3-5

Tiny Tots Creative Dance W 4-4:30 p.m. Oct 7-Dec 2 $66 $76 3-4

Little Dancers Ballet/Jazz W 4:40-5:10 p.m. Oct 7-Dec 2 $66 $76 5-6

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Jessica Fujii started taking Hula lessons at her elementary school when she was just eight years old. After two years she started helping her instructor with the younger kids. She would drum and lead her classes in chants as well. She continued to take lessons while helping teach kids for a few years. At one time she was doing hula almost every day of the week. In high school she joined a Halau, a school for learning hula. Her instructor did not believe in Hula competition. Instead they did exhibits at the Merrie Monarch (internationally known Hula competition), parades and hotels. In college, Jessica’s love for Hula and the Hawaiian culture also led her to being the chair of the luau at Willamette University.

Aside from Hula, Jessica enjoys backpacking once a year and spends much of her time exploring through day hikes when not on a long trip. She also enjoys all kinds of dance including country line dance, swing and jazz. Jessica’s students enjoy moving to the music in her hula class. Anyone who enjoys Hawaiian music will love her class. With hands and feet, hula tells stories and expresses all of the senses through movement. Come to her free demo, Saturday, September 26, 9:30-10 a.m.

Hula for Fitness Level 3. Don’t be shy! Just come and have fun! Learn all the basic hula steps with easy to follow instructions. Dance combinations will always tell a beautiful story through dance. You’ll be dancing before you know it, while burning calories and toning your hips, thighs and abdominals. Instructor: Jessica Fujii Location: Milwaukie Center Fee: $40* Time/Date: Sa, 10/3-12/5; 9:30-10:30 a.m. (no class 10/10 & 11/28)

Eula Decker, Cribbage Leader, started learning to play cribbage at 5 years old. She and her brother learned from their father who also learned at a young age. The advantage of this game is that it helps you to learn to add and subtract. The math is relatively easy and anyone can learn. Eula says, “If you can add, you can play.” The people in the group are very supportive and can help you along the way. Cribbage is good for exercising the brain in a casual atmosphere and is inviting to people of all abilities. Stop by, learn something new and perhaps make some friends along the way.

Cribbage, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Beginners and experienced players welcome. No experience necessary. $1 per session.

“I like the combination of music and movement of hula which is beautiful and all very calming. I leave class with an inner peace.”

Marsha Wood, hula student

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Go on a field trip to another country without leaving. Scenarios will be set up for students to prepare themselves for situations in Spanish speaking countries. Students will also learn to tell stories in Spanish to broaden their way of communicating to others. There is a half hour lunch during the Monday class. If you are a new student with some knowledge of Spanish, please email Lucia at [email protected]. Instructor: Lucia Torres Location: Milwaukie Center Fee: $50* Time/Date: Mon., 9/21; 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tue., 9/22; 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wed., 9/23; 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Lucia Torres, Spanish instructor, will make learning Spanish fun!

"Yoga is for everybody, and every body can do yoga. You don't have to be already flexible, or thin, or young. You can do yoga no matter what shape, size or age you are as long as you are in a class suited to your abilities. Yoga has been scientifically proven to help lower blood pressure and chronic pain levels with a consistent practice. The only things you need are commitment to the practice and a willingness to explore. In Basic Yoga you will learn safe and effective ways to practice the postures to strengthen and stretch your body, and learn classic breathwork and meditation to help lower your stress.

I am a certified Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist with 20 years experience working with every body type and ability. Come join us and amaze yourself with the unlimited possibilities that yoga can offer." – Colleen Watson, yoga instructor

Yoga Levels 2-3. Learn safe and proper alignment of basic yoga postures and gentle movement to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Bring a mat and an empty stomach. Come to a free class on Tuesday, September 29, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Instructor: Colleen Watson Location: Milwaukie Center Fee: $50* Time/Date: Tue., 10/6-12/8; 5:30-6:30 p.m.

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• In Person at the Milwaukie Center

• By Phone at (503) 794-8092

• Online at ncprd.com

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CLINICSInformation and Referral Services Staff is available to connect people with Center services and refer people to local community resources. Don’t hesitate to call one of our Social Service staff members:

Abby Kennedy (503) 794-8040 Lisa Kasubuchi (503) 794-8038 Linda Whitmore (503) 794-8037 Tue.-Fri.

BLOOD PRESSURE Tue., 9/22; 9:45 -11:45 a.m. and Fri., 9/25; 10:30-12:15 p.m. This service is provided by volunteer nurses.

FOOT CARE Foot Care Nurses LLC provides foot soaks and toenail/callous trims, fee is $30. Must be 60 years old or a person with a disability. Bring a basin and two towels to your appointment. Appointments are available on 9/1 & 9/15.

SENIOR LAW Volunteer elder law attorneys provide up to a half an hour consultation on senior legal issues. This service is available to older adults residing in North Clackamas County. There is no charge for this service however; donations to the Friends of the Milwaukie Center are appreciated. Morning appointments are available on Tues. 9/1 & 9/15.

OUTREACH SERVICES Home Delivered Meals Meals on Wheels. Fresh, well-balanced lunch meals are delivered by volunteers to homebound older adults (60+) and their caregivers. This service improves nutrition for individuals who cannot shop or cook for themselves. Meals are delivered Monday–Friday, and frozen meals are available for weekends and holidays. For more information, call the Social Services office.

ON-SITE SERVICESPete’s CaféMon.-Fri., 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Meet your friends at Pete’s Café for coffee or lunch! Offerings include:• Specialty salads• Homemade soups daily• Made-to-order sandwiches• Hamburgers and hot dogs

Check out our full menu and enjoy tasty food at reasonable prices.

Emergency FirewoodSeasoned firewood is available to low income seniors and persons with disabilities residing in North Clackamas Parks District. Firewood Program is closed and will reopen in October 2015.

Resource LibraryCheck it out! The resource library has an abundance of books available for loan on health and aging issues. For more information, contact Social Services. Audio books are no longer available.

Trillium LunchMon.-Fri. from Noon to 12:30 p.m. A hot, well-balanced lunch is served daily in the Trillium room. $3 for ages 60+, $5 for under 60 years old. See the schedules on page 14 for dates and times of entertainment.

APAC Respite Program“A Place at the Center” (APAC), Wed., 12:30–4 p.m. APAC is an activities program for people with memory loss or confusion due to Alzheimer’s, stroke or related disorders. This program allows caregivers to take some “time-out.” For information, call Lisa Kasubuchi at (503) 794-8038.

Bill Payment Drop BoxNo postage needed. Bills are mailed M-W-F. Bring the following bills to the Milwaukie Center: PGE, NW Natural Gas, Oak Lodge Water District, Wichita Sanitary District,Water Environment Services, Clackamas Water District.


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Computer Work Stations & Wireless InternetMon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (except in the Library Wednesdays, 12:30-4:30 p.m.) Computer work stations are available in the library and have internet connection for email or internet searches. The Milwaukie Center is wireless, so bring your laptop, log in and surf the Web.

Equipment LoanWheelchairs, canes, walkers, crutches and other equipment are available for short-term loan. We also accept donations of clean, functional medical equipment, when storage allows. Call for appointments between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. only. Call Linda, (503) 794-8037, or contact any social services staff.

911 Emergency Cell PhonesFREE! Keep yourself safe while out and about with a phone for “911” calls ONLY. Contact Lisa Kasubuchi, (503) 794-8038, for availability.

Voter RegistrationRegister to vote at the Milwaukie Center. Forms are available to fill out and can be forwarded to the Clackamas County Elections office by our receptionist.

Can RecyclingBring your plastic, glass and aluminum beverage containers to the Center to be recycled and returned for money that supports Center programs and services. The receptacle is in the Center by the ATM.

Transportation Options are available to help you get to the Center and the grocery store. We can also connect you with other transportation resources. For more information, call Nolan Borntrager (503) 794-8014.

Prescription Drug & Medicare Health Insurance AssistanceSenior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA)volunteers are trained to provide prescription drug and other Medicare health insurance assistance. They are available to help individuals with medical insurance, prescription drug inquiries and other health or long term care insurance questions. Call the SHIBA Help Line, (503) 655-8269, for info.

LibraryMon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed Wednesday from 12:30–4:30 p.m. Loaning library contains books, puzzles, videos and audio tapes. Periodicals are available just outside the library door.

OTHER SENIOR RESOURCES The State of Oregon, Dept of Human Services and Seniors and Persons with Disabilities, provide services to Clackamas County. For additional info, or to apply for services, phone the State’s Milwaukie office, (971) 673-6600. Protective Services hotline is (971)673-6655.

Donations of GPS Units NeededMilwaukie Center needs a couple more GPS units for our buses and Meals on Wheels drivers. Please bring it by the Center if you have one to donate.

Center Meet and GreetAre you new to the Center or just curious about all the Center offers? You may be missing out on some great programs or services for you and your family. If this sounds like you, contact Linda Whitmore at (503) 794-8037 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. to set up your personal tour. Come see what you've been missing!


TRAVEL PROGRAMCheck with the Travel Desk about these and other trips (503) 794-8026

Mingo’s Italian Restaurant (OTLB)*++This Beaverton restaurant comes highly regarded and is just off the MAX line. We’ll hop the bus to The Clackamas Town Center and then take the train. Tickets included. Bring money for lunch.

Fee: resident, $7; non-resident, $9 Time/Date: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. T 10/6

Hood River Harvest Festival *++A great place to get a head start on holiday shopping! Entry included. Bring money for lunch and shopping.

Fee: resident, $31; non-resident, $36 Time/Date: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. F 10/16

Tarboush Restaurant (OTLB) *+Come visit Portland’s best Lebanese restaurant in the thriving Hawthorne St neighborhood! Bring money for lunch.

Fee: resident, $10; non-resident, $12 Time/Date: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. M 10/21

Enjoy the scenery, make new friends and relax while adventuring to exciting destinations. All trips leave from/return to the Milwaukie Center. Standing and walking is required on most trips. Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately. OTLB = Out-To-Lunch-Bunch.

Mobility Rating Guide*Accessible to those using walkers, wheelchairs and motorized scooters.

Must be able to maneuver:+ Door-to-door destinations++ Continuous standing and walking+++ Stairs, inclines, distance

Champoeg State Park & Pacific Hazelnut Factory *++Historic buildings abound and special hazelnut goodies will delight the senses. Bring money for hazelnut treats and lunch at the Donald Café.

Fee: resident, $14; non-resident, $16 Time/Date: 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Th 10/29

Widmer Brothers Brewing *++Join us for a brief, informative tour of the brewery, followed by beer tasting and a delicious lunch at Widmer’s Gasthaus restaurant.

Fee: resident, $10; non-resident, $12 Time/Date: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. W 11/4

enjoy a vibrant, active lifestyle.This is your time to relax and explore, free from the burden of doing household chores.

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8:30–5 Billiards9–12:30 Pete’s Café8:30–2:30 Foot Care9:00 Senior Law11:00 Ruby Fandrich,

PianoNoon Trillium Lunch1:00 Bingo3:00 Views*

8:30–5 Billiards8:30 Woodcarving9:00–1 Pete’s CaféNoon Trillium Lunch12:30 APAC*12:30 Mah Jongg1:30 Diabetes Support

Group

8:30–5 Billiards8:30 Friends Quilting9:00–1 Pete’s Café9:30 Ukulele JamNoon Joan Rice, PianoNoon Trillium Lunch12:30 Party Bridge1:00 Bingo1:30 Cribbage6:30 Bingo

8:30–5 Billiards9:00–1 Pete’s CaféNoon Trillium Lunch12:15 John Munger

Memorial Jazz Band

8:30–5 Billiards9–12:30 Pete’s Café11:00 Ruby Fandrich,

PianoNoon Trillium Lunch1:00 Bingo3:00 Views*

8:30–5 Billiards8:30 Woodcarving9:00–1 Pete’s CaféNoon Trillium Lunch12:30 APAC*12:30 Mah Jongg1:30 Staying Connected



Memorial Jazz Band

8:30–5 Billiards

9–1 Pete’s Café

Noon Trillium Lunch

Noon Del Martin, Piano

12:30 Chinese Mah Jongg

8:30–5 Billiards9–1 Pete’s Café

8:30–2:30 Foot Care9:00 Senior Law9:45-11:45 Blood Pressure

check11:00 Ruby Fandrich,

PianoNoon Trillium Lunch1:00 Bingo

3:00 Views*




Memorial Jazz Band

8:30–5 Billiards


10:30-11:45

Brain Games

Noon Trillium Lunch



8:30–5 Billiards9–1 Pete’s Café10:30-noon VA Benefits

and Medicaid11:00 Ruby Fandrich,

PianoNoon Trillium Lunch1:00 Bingo1-3 Fall Prevention3:00 Views*


8:30–5 Billiards9:00–1 Pete’s Café10:30-12:15 Blood Pressure

CheckNoon Trillium Lunch12:15 John Munger

Memorial Jazz Band

8:30–5 Billiards


10:30-11:45

Brain Games

Noon Trillium Lunch



8:30–5 Billiards9–1 Pete’s Café11:00 Ruby Fandrich,

PianoNoon Trillium Lunch1:00 Bingo3:00 Views*9:00 Senior Law

8:30–5 Billiards8:30 Woodcarving9:00–1 Pete’s CaféNoon September Birthday

CelebrationNoon Trillium Lunch12:30 APAC*12:30 Mah Jongg1:30 Staying Connected

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This schedule is subject to change. Please call the Milwaukie Center at (503) 653-8100 for updates.

FAREWELL TO SUMMER BBQ

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NOON-1Pete's Cafe will close at 10 a.m.

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STAFF AND FRIENDS PHONE LISTMAIN PHONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 653-8100TRAVEL DESK . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8026GIFT SHOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8025CENTER SUPERVISORMarty Hanley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8058 OFFICE RECEPTION/TRAVEL Robin Bruce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8067 SOCIAL SERVICES Abby Kennedy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(503)794-8040 Linda Whitmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8037 Lisa Kasubuchi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8038 FRIENDS OF THE MILWAUKIE CENTER Colleen Sinsel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8043 Kay Loeffl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8043 MAINTENANCE John Evans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8044 Don Sager Zachary Crandell VOLUNTEERS Judith Kallio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8034 RECREATION Maria Lopez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8092 Tina Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8015 FACILITY RENTAL Rose Hunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8013 Alan Stonesifer Paul Baker Robert Okey TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM Nolan Borntrager . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 794-8014 Bob Walden Patti Jensen Paul Baker Richard Peterson MEALS ON WHEELS Kathi Schroeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (503) 654-3030 Dennis Cronin Von Theroux Courtney Cornwell

In August, 1945, I was a soldier in the US 25th Infantry Division on the island of Luzon in the Philippines. We had just moved down out of the mountains where the division had lost of 900 men in 165 days of combat. We were training for the invasion of Japan where it was predicted that many would die. The 25th and two other Army divisions were slated to spearhead the invasion.

You can imagine the relief we felt when we heard about Hiroshima and Nagasaki and that Japan had surrendered bringing World War II to an end. - Bruce Hamilton

Join us for a fun day of Mah Jongg and friendship. Check in at 11 a.m., lunch served at 11:30 a.m., tournament begins at Noon. $25 per person.

All experience levels are welcome and lunch is included. Please pre-register before October 21st by stopping by for a registration form or call the Friends office at (503) 794-8043.

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The Milwaukie Center is many different things to many different People. Some folks know us as a place to take a class or come for an activity. Others may visit for a Healthy Aging seminar or a health clinic. Others may just show up for a cup of coffee or Lunch with a friend. While these are all great reasons to come and enjoy the Center, it is important to remember that behind the scenes there is some serious work going on to ensure that vulnerable seniors are getting services that keep them independent and in their homes. Last year the Milwaukie Center Provided:

The Milwaukie Center Nutrition Program Provided 84,000 meals to seniors in the community through its Meals on wheels, congregate dining and Pete’s café.

Milwaukie Center Transportation Program Provided 10,000 rides to area senior and disabled.

Milwaukie Center social service Staff Provided Case management services for 480 area senior and disabled Clients. The Centers APAC (a place at the Center) Program provided over 500 respite sessions for area caregivers who are caring for family members with Alzheimer’s or other memory impairment.

All these Programs need both financial assistance as well as volunteer power to ensure they succeed and continue. Choose to make a real difference in your local community by supporting the Mission of the Milwaukie Center. Donate to the Friends of the Milwaukie Center or sign up to volunteer. It will have a positive impact on both you and your community.

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