JANUARY 2021
DIRECTORS COMMENTS:
FRIENDSHIP BRIGADE The Canine Corps says, “Honor a Dog, Honor Yourself!” Oregon’s winter clouds and liquid sunshine will be with us for the next few months. We are used to that. What we are not used to is a holiday season –and an entire year—like the one we just experienced. And the remnants of 2020 are bound to be with us for a while. But, Dale Turner the Canine Corps coordinator thinks he knows how to make it a better year. Schedule a friendly dog visit from the Canine Corps today! “Did you know that August 26 is National Dog Day?” Dale asks. “But truth be told, we think every day is a great Dog Day. So, let’s make it a better year by celebrating the “Dog Days of 2021” with lots of friendly dog visits!” Why a visit with a dog? Here’s what folks have told us about their experience(s) with the Canine Corps and our friendly dog visits: • “When a dog comes to visit, even for just a few minutes, I’m smiling for the whole day.” • “After a dog visit, I have something fun to tell my family and friends.” • “Life is better after visiting with a dog.”
– All the best to you and yours, Director, Center 50+
“So, while we are honoring dogs this year, we are actually honoring
As a reminder, at least until the COVID outlook is better, the Canine Corps conducts window and/ or door visits as well as outdoor visits only with social distancing and masks required. Call Center 50+ and to request a friendly dog visit, or email Canine Corps Coordinator Dale Turner: dturner@cityofsalem.net.
Center 50+ has a lot to offer you, and you have a lot to offer us. We would like to encourage you to share your talents with others, considering teaching a class or leading a virtual discussion group. For more information on programs/services offered at the Center or volunteer opportunities call 503-588-6303. Better yet, why not share your talents with others through our Virtual Talent Show coming up early February. We will assist you in filming your talent in advance and then we are planning a big viewing party on Zoom. Give us a call if you want to sign up to perform. We can set up a private filming time and assist with the technology. Should be fun! Singers, dancers, poets, magicians and, musicians are all encouraged to participate. I am wishing you all a very healthy and happy New Year and looking forward to seeing you all very soon!
Marilyn Daily – Blair
You’ll feel happier and animal companionship is a stress buster, too.
ourselves all year, too.” Dale says. “It’s a win-win!”
We have all been staying safe at home for over 9 months now. It is easy to start eating too much and moving to little. I know we can turn it around in 2021. As you begin working towards those New Year’s Resolutions I hope that you will include getting involved at Center 50+ and allow us to walk along your side cheering you on as you work towards all your physical and emotional health goals. Although our Center is closed for drop-in activities, we are still very busy bringing services to your front porch or virtually. Please check out our offerings at cityofsalem.net or for special events or ways to spread friendship to others check out our Friends website at friendsofcenter50plus.com.
Happy New Year From all of us at Center 50 +
Center 50+ 2615 Portland Rd NE, Salem, OR 97301 • 503-588-6303 • www.cityofsalem.net
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uestion: “I was my sister’s only living relative. Q For the past 15 years, I acted as my sister’s Power of Attorney for her financial and property matters. I wrote out her checks and made sure her finances were in order. My sister passed away last week. I went to the bank to withdraw some money from her savings account in order to cover her funeral expenses. I was shocked when the banker told me that I no longer had authority to withdraw money because I am not a co-owner of the account or the beneficiary of the account. I was told that my Power of Attorney is no longer valid because my sister passed away. Is this true?”
nswer: The banker is correct. A Power of Attorney A automatically terminates upon the death of the principal, your sister. Your authority to manage your sister’s
affairs ended when your sister passed away. Because you and your sister did not have a joint account, or you were not the beneficiary on the account, the account will likely go through probate to determine what will happen to the money in this account. It sounds like your sister did not
have a Will. A Will would determine who is in charge of administering her estate and who inherits her estate. The Will names a personal representative who petitions the Probate Court for his or her appointment. Once appointed, the personal representative is authorized to deal with all facets of the estate, including obtaining insurance payments, paying creditors’ claims, signing releases, listing real property for sale, transferring bank accounts, and any other duties that become necessary. If your sister died without a Will, then you can petition the Probate Court to be appointed to administer the estate. Once you are appointed, you will have authority to manage your sister’s estate. The probate process can be fairly lengthy and sometimes complicated. An estate attorney can assist you and guide you through the process. The estate will pay for the attorney. For more information or to update your estate planning documents, call Kathy Belcher or Christopher Hamilton at 503-371-9636.
IT TAKES A LIFETIME TO GET THIS FIT What Can I do To Stay Motivated to Lose Weight? Find an Activity you Enjoy: We are all different in the types of clothes we like, food we like, music we like…. Why would workouts be any different? In order to achieve long term success it is important to find a plan or activity that you enjoy. Waking up every day to do something you love makes it easier to stick to your goals. Get off the phone, computer or tv: Your brain can only handle so much stimulation in a day. Activities like being on the computer or binge watching TV cause a quick overload of stimulation, due to this, the mind feels exhausted leaving you feeling unmotivated to do anything else. Limit your time on your screens and add a more physically strenuous activity to your day, like working out or going for a walk with friends. Know what you’re doing: One reason we tend to be unsuccessful in weight loss is because we don’t believe in what we are doing. Perhaps you aren’t really sure if it’s going to actually work so you hesitate to put all of your effort into it. If you don’t believe it what you're doing it makes it hard to believe that you are going to get the results you want. Find a plan that fits you…. “When you kinda do something you kinda get results.” Don’t rely solely on the scale or mirror: The scale and mirror don’t tell the whole story so don’t rely on them as the end all be all of your weight loss success. Mirrors and scales should be used as tools to measure your progress. It would be easy to get discouraged by a number on the scale, but keep in mind there are many reasons why your weight might fluctuate even overnight such as stress, hormones, water retention or meal timing. If you are planning to take your weight daily then only look at the weekly average for a more accurate picture. The same goes with looking into a mirror, it’s not always easy to see every change when you are used to seeing yourself every day. Take weekly progress photos and compare them to see the changes. Be Flexible with Your Nutrition: Eating the same meals day in and day out makes it extremely difficult to stick to your goals. Studies have shown that restricting your diet puts you at a higher risk of binging on the food you are trying to avoid. It is important to learn the basics of nutrition, knowing what to eat and when helps put you in charge of your weightloss goals. Missing out on social events because they include food can negatively impact your psychological well-being. Find a balance that works for you.
Exercises: When completing the following exercises, it is important to stay within your own abilities. We are all at different fitness levels so please feel free to adjust your sets and repetitions where needed.
March or jog in place: 1 minute Wall Sit: 2 reps- 30 sec. each
ZOOM Healthy Living Lectures: Fit 50+ Online Fitness Class Subscription Accountability January 26th 10-11am The number one reason people fail to meet their weight loss or fitness goals is lack of accountability. In this 1 hour ZOOM session Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor Cheryl Werth will help you get focused on achieving your goals. Cheryl will discuss the steps needed to experience success such as making a plan, finding a good support system, making a financial commitment and documenting your journey. Your goals are within reach so take this opportunity to learn how to reach them. Cost: $5 please register online at egov.cityofsalem.net/Center50Plus/Activity
The WOW Van is bringing Fitness to You The WOW van is comprised of a talented team of Center 50+ Volunteers and Staff with a wide skill set. Each team member brings with them experience and a passion for working with seniors. We would like to spotlight our Certified Personal Trainer Cheryl Werth. Cheryl is certified and experienced in both group class leadership and personal training. In addition she has completed education in the areas of fall prevention exercise and Parkinson’s Disease exercise, and currently works with individuals in both fields. Cheryl considers consistent training in strength, mobility and balance to be of utmost importance in her own life and that of her clients, and believes it is never too late to start or jump back in! In her free time she enjoys biking and sporting events with her husband of 35 years, sunny climates, hiking, and new challenges. If you are interested in setting up a fitness demonstration on your own front porch Cheryl would be happy to come over and show you how to safely complete a series of exercises to target your areas of concern whether that be balance, upper body or lower body strengthening. Please contact Center 50+ at 503-588-6303 to get started. Currently this vital service is being funded by a gracious donation.
While we miss having all of our gym members in class, we are excited to bring you another option to stay active during our closure. For just $20 you can purchase a 30-day online fitness subscription and have access to 20 exciting Center 50+ fitness classes. You will have access to: Yoga, Tone It Up, Level 1 Fit, Tai Chi and Flex & Fab. If you have been a Fit 50+ gym member during our closure, we are happy to credit your membership money to go towards an online subscription. Contact us at Connect50plus@cityofsalem. net to let us know you are interested and we will get you set up. If you are new to Center 50+ fitness classes simply register online at www.cityofsalem.net under Fitness Class- Online subscription. After you register, you will be able to access the videos instantly. We are excited to work out with you!!!
A special thank you to this year’s corporate sponsors Home Instead and Providence Health Plan.
Curried Tomato Lentil Soup Ingredients • 2 tablespoons coconut oil • 1 medium onion, chopped • 4 garlic cloves, minced • 3 tablespoons minced ginger • 1 tablespoon mild curry powder • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes • 1 (28-ounce) can fire roasted diced tomatoes • 1 cup dried French green lentils, rinsed and drained • 2½ cups water • 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk • ½ teaspoon sea salt, more to taste • Freshly ground black pepper • ½ cup diced cilantro • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Foot Care Services Licensed Cosmetologist Ana Correa provides foot care at an affordable price. Treatments begin with a foot soak in warm water followed by a nail trim and file, she will finish the service off with nail polish if you bring in your own polish. If you have a hard time doing your own foot care, this is the perfect option for you, enjoy Stress free happy feet. We encourage those with diabetes or bleeding conditions to seek service from their podiatrist. In response to the COVID pandemic we at Center 50+ are taking extra precautions to ensure your safety. Upon entrance to the building you will receive a temperature check as well as a series of COVID screening questions. In addition both you and the service provider will be required to wear a mask for the entire duration of the foot care treatment. Cost:$25 , to schedule an appointment please leave a message with the Fitness Center, be sure to include your name and phone number, and a staff member will call you back to schedule.503-588-6321
Instructions 1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and cook until soft and lightly browned around the edges, 8 to 10 minutes, reducing the heat to low as needed. 2. With the heat on low, add the garlic, ginger, curry powder, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. 3. Add the tomatoes, lentils, water, coconut milk, ½ teaspoon salt, and several grinds of black pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer, stirring only occasionally, until the lentils are tender, 25 to 35 minutes. If your soup is too thick, stir in 1/2 to 1 cup more water to reach your desired consistency. 4. Stir in the cilantro and lime juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve. Notes Store leftover soup in the fridge for up to 4 days. If it thickens too much in the fridge, stir in a little water while you reheat it until you reach your desired soup consistency. This soup also freezes well.
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Even though classes look and feel different we are still able to offer programing that focuses on continued learning and help you make choices to nurture all 7 Dimensions of Wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, occupational, and environmental. Balancing all dimensions leads to greater success in enhancing one’s ability to live life to the fullest. Check out this page that lists our on-line chat groups and classes, On-demand courses and face to face class offerings.
We are so happy to see many of you attending our weekly Zoom chat groups, the smiles, the sharing and the power of friendship will help us move forward. Please see the monthly classes and courses now offered in-person at the Center for small groups. These in-person classes are limited in class size and online registration is required. No drop-in offered. We are committed to helping each of you attend online classes and events and receive our new ON-demand recordings. If you are interested in receiving ZOOM Tutorial Guides, registration information, or need oneon-one instruction, please contact us by our email: Connect50plus@cityofsalem.net or by calling phone #, 503-588-6303.
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In order to attend online classes, you will need internet connection, either a laptop computer, desktop computer w/ camera and microphone, smartphone or tablet. In order to use On-demand recordings you need a laptop computer, desktop computer, smartphone or tablet. After students have registered for this class, your instructor will contact you. Use this link to Register for Online and On-demand classes and events: https://www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/registerfor-center-50-classes-and-activities.aspx Find Center 50+ Class and Event Information on our face book page: Center50plus Acrylic Painting Online Zoom Classes You will enjoy painting different portraits including a landscape, floral, animal, seascape or a still life. In order to attend this class online you will need a laptop computer, desk computer w/ camera and microphone, smartphone or tablet. After students have registered for this class the instructor will contact you and give you more information. Class fee: $14 each Online class dates: Tuesdays, check available dates at registration, 10-12pm 7 Dimensions of Wellness: Social, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Occupational Community Craft Group Join other art and craft fans every first Thursday of the month for a little “show and tell” and enjoy a live craft demonstration presented by Brigitte Miller, our Acrylic Painting instructor. For December, the theme is “Holiday Crafts”. In order to attend this class online you will need a laptop computer, desk computer w/ camera and microphone, smartphone or tablet. After registration, you will receive a Zoom invitation and a Zoom guide, which includes a link to a tutorial to show you how to get onto a Zoom meeting. Class fee: $14 Online class dates: Every first Thursday of the month Class time: 12-2 pm
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ACTIVITIES TO MAINTAIN YOUR BRAIN Though it’s often enjoyable to do the same activities over and over, it’s good to try new ones that are challenging. Trying new activities increases the growth of new neurons and adds to brain reserve. Here is a list of activities that can increase the new growth of new neurons in the brain. • Count backwards from 100 by 5’s, 2’s, 3’s, or 7’s. • Find a picture in a magazine or an entire magazine and name as many things that begin with a certain letter of the alphabet. These can be specific or abstract such as for the let “B”- books, bodies or beaches or bright, big grins, or bold. Think outside the box! • Create an A to Z list of food, flowers, geographical names, etc. • Do word searches, sudoku, and other challenging puzzles. • Write, eat, brush your teeth, ect., with your non-dominant hand. • Learn a few words in a new language including sign language. • Learn to play an instrument. Listen to music you haven’t ever listened to before. • Sing, sing, sing! • Play board games that are stimulating, fun and challenging. • Read and write daily. • Get outside daily. • Socialize. • Attend classes, lectures, concerts, plays, ect. • Debate and discuss popular issues with others • Develop new hobbies • Get plenty of exercise. This is one of the most important things you can do for your memory!
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The City of Salem is following Governor Brown’s guidance and new rules addressing physical distancing designed to slow the spread of COVID – 19. The Center is closed until the policy is lifted. Congregate meals available, Mon. - Fri. through the Meals on Wheels Program; if you are not yet a part of the regular delivery list or want the drive-up option; please call Meals on Wheels to learn more at: 503-364-2856. Please follow us @ https://www.facebook.come/center50plus/ for virtual program offerings during this time. Your health is important to us! We are all in this together!
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR 2020 FOR CENTER 50+ AND FOR THE CITY OF SALEM
ALL THE BAGGERS AND DRIVERS OF 2020
A tremendous thank you to those who served 222 recipients of the Center 50+ weekly grocery and necessity items during 2020. 10 volunteers filled bags on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday on a weekly basis and 29 drivers delivered on Wednesday and Thursday to those who signed up for the program in the Salem-Keizer area. Some drivers, individually, delivered up to 17 bags to individual families on a regular basis. These drivers counted on GPS to navigate routes and in apartment complexes initially had to circle around to find the right apartment number. The drivers since March have experienced all kinds of weather from high heat to rain and hail, road closures and road work delays. There was a continuous call-out for more volunteer drivers as the number of recipients continued to grow. There was never a shortage of volunteers coming forward to complete an application and background check and help. The gift of volunteer help warms the heart of so many. A sincere thank you from so many.
HOW TO GET MORE INFORMATION Call for your newcomer’s packet 503-588-6303 Tune in to KBZY Radio 1490 AM, Fridays at 8:10 a.m. Visit our Web site at: www.cityofsalem/Center 50+ Pick up a FREE copy of the Northwest Senior News at Center 50+ and many other local merchants.
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