elm court neighborly news
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L&F Staff
Susan Gilson, Center Manager
Robert Bradley, Program Assistant
Angie Boyd, Kitchen Coordinator
Devin Gray, Weekend Manager Kathy Buss , Irving Street Coordinator
NH Staff
Elyssia Caropreso, I&A Specialist
Harmony Logsdon-Hughes,
Case Manager
Gretchen Mucken, Case Manager
Diane Reid, Program Manager
L&F Steering Committee
Ernie Staley, Chair
John Thorpe
Diane Reid
Elyssia Caropreso
Lee Anderson
Bonny Groshong
Robin Costic
Jeanne Devon
Anne Clarke
Lee Kurtz
Don McCall
Anita Pfister
Advisory Committee Sue Bailey, Chair
Rebecca Childs, NWPP
Susan Gilson, L&F
Courtney Katz, Harsch
Theresa Flowers
Jeanne Devon
Pat Greenland
Victoria Hawkins
Helena Silberstein
Jan Kasemeyer
LOOK INSIDE FOR...
Center Info & Hours pg. 2
Classes & Activities pg. 3
Blurbs pg. 4
Highlights & Changes pg. 5
Trips!! pg. 6
Center Calendar pg. 7
Elm Court Neighborly News January 2010
1032 SW Main Street A Publication of Neighborhood House Downtown District Center
503-295-0044; www.nhweb.org; email: [email protected]
Elm Court is a Loaves & Fishes meal site where Neighborhood House, NW Portland Ministries, Senior
Recreation & other partners come together to serve the older adults of downtown Portland.
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Celebrate the Super Bowl this year at
Elm Court. Watch the game on a 12ft by 12ft screen. Food will be provided. There will also be a raffle with great prize. Only 100 tick-ets will be sold so get yours now. Purchase in any on of the Elm Court offices. When: Sunday, February 7th at 3:00pm; $5 per ticket
Join the Elm Court Neighborly News mailing list by calling 503-295-0044
Elm Court Center Monday–Friday 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 10:00-2:00 p.m.
Please drop into Elm Court throughout
the day to read the newspaper,
participate in activities, socialize
with friends or enjoy a hearty
lunch.
Lunch Service 11:30-1:00 p.m.
Served daily to those 60 years old
and older. If you are not yet 60 years
old, the meal is $5.50 and the suggested
donation of our guests per meal is $2.75.
Information & Assistance and
Case Management Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Neighborhood House Aging Services, located
within Elm Court provides many different
services to the older adults of downtown
Portland 503-295-0044.
Computer Lab and Library Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 10:00-1:00 p.m.
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Neighborhood House and Elm
Court are currently seeking people who
are interested in teaching or facilitating
a class, club, or support group. Some
ideas are computer classes, book club,
knitting club, bridge, chest, low vision
support group, or writing memoirs; the
possibilities are endless. If you are in-
terested please contact Elyssia at
503.295.0044 for more information.
PCPA
Noontime Showcase “Bring your lunch-We entertain you”
Free monthly brown bag perform-
ances at the Performing Arts Center.
Gerardo Caleron and Grupo Condor
will be performing South American
Folk Singing.
When: Monday, February 8th
12:00pm—1:00pm
Where: 1111 SW Broadway
Portland, OR
For more information go to:
www.pcpa.com/events
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Classes & Activities Senior Parks & Recreation
Classes at Elm Court
RUBBER BRIDGE
Time has yet to be announced.
If you are interested in playing bridge please con-
tact Elyssia to sign up, 503.295.0044.
TEN CENT BINGO
Wednesday & Friday 2:00-3:15 p.m.
We play ten cents a card/per game and
a quarter a card in one round of blackout.
GENTLE YOGA
Tuesdays & Saturdays 11:00-12:00
Low impact and chair friendly.
COMPUTER LAB
Five computers available to guests daily for
personal use during business hours
8:30am—3:30pm.
SENIOR LAW PROJECT
Thursday, February 11th and 25th,
Appointments begin at 1:00 p.m.
This service is available to seniors or their
spouses if you or your spouse is 60+ years of
age, and are residents of Multnomah County.
The initial 30-minutes consultation is free, re-
gardless of income. Further assistance may be
available for those meeting income guidelines.
Local attorneys donate their time for this valu-
able service.
To make appointments call 503-295-0044
FOOD BOX DELIVERY
Our food box delivery program has started up
again. To sign up you must be homebound, 60
years of age or older, and physically unable to go
out and independently get a food box. Frequency
of delivery is based on physical need.
Call Elyssia for initial screening 503-295-0044.
Please contacted Elyssia at
503.295.0044 if you have any
ideas for activities or classes
To sign up for the
following classes please
contact
Senior Recreation
503-823-4328
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAM
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10:30-11:30
It is always the right time to improve your fitness
level. Easy paced class covers range of motion;
relaxation techniques designed to help keep you
moving and active.
DRAWING ALL LEVELS
Mondays from 10:00am—12:00 pm
Discover your hidden talents through the basics
using charcoal, pencils & pastels. Find out how
fun & easy it is as it builds the self-confidence of
beginner or advanced students!
Simple-to-understand instruction taught in a
relaxed atmosphere.
Supply list sent following registration.
WATERCOLOR FOR ALL
Mondays from 1:00-3:00 pm
Express your creativity exploring painting basics.
Discover methods of sketching, mixing brilliant
colors & laying washes to get that unique water-
color look! Use elements of light & shadow, com-
position & texture in this pleasurable, rewarding
class.
Supply list sent following registration.
QIGONG: Balance & Breathing
Tuesday and/or Thursday 12:15-1:00 p.m.
Qi means breath in Chinese & gong means
applied to a discipline. Easy Movements enhance
energy, flexibility, and improve balance.
Blurbs
Love Thy Heart In observance of Valentine’s Day, I thought to include a small section on one of the most important organs in our bodies, our hearts. Once thought to control our emotions, the human heart we now know, is responsi-ble for providing life sus-taining oxygen as well as important nutrients to the other organs in our bodies. Some interesting facts about the human heart is that in a lifetime the heart can pump about one million bar-rels of blood and beats 100,000 times per day equaling approximately 2.5 billions beats in a lifetime. This Valentine’s Day re-ward your heart by going for a walk or eat-ing a bowl of whole grain oatmeal or cereal. Your heart will thank you! —Some information provided by funshun.com
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Neighborhood House will be closed
February 15, 2010 in observance of President’s Day
“For you see, each day I love you more. Today more than
yesterday and less than Tomorrow.”
Elm Court has a new
batch of OHSU
Nursing Students.
They will be with us
through March.
Please stop and
introduce yourself!
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Highlights & Changes
THURSDAYS AT THE MOVIES Showing in February
February 4th—Master and Commander
February 11th—50 first dates
February 18th—Close Encounter of the Third Kind
February 25th—Rainman Movies are shown at 1:30 p.m. in the Thorpe Room unless noted otherwise.
Coming in March… OMSI is able to offer a group rate of $5 per ticket. However, we would need 12 senior
interested in attending prior to making reservations. If you are interested in attend a trip
to OMSI on March... please contact Elyssia at 503.295.0044. If we are able to get 12
people in attendance the trip will go on as scheduled.
Other trip ideas are always welcomed!
ID Theft Presentation and Discussion
This month Diane Childs will be coming to Elm Court Thursday, February 25th at 1:30pm
to present on ID theft and the steps that you can take to prevent ID theft and protect yourself in
the event that someone does use your personal information. Please join use for this exciting
presentation with time to discuss concerns and questions. There will be coffee and tea
provided by Loaves and Fishes.
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NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE TRIPS
Drop by or call 503-295-0044 to sign up
Read trip descriptions for special details GAS DONATIONS WELCOMED
Trips
THE MYSTERIOUS MR. LOVE BY KAROLINE LEACH SHOWING AT OLD CHURCH
Tuesday, February 2th 9:30am—2pm
Suspense and thrills abound in the period drama. A dapper smoothly makes his living by wooing and wedding plain young women who have a little money stashed away. After each wedding night he disappears. This time, however, things go array when he attempts to swindle a young milliner’s assistant with her own secret agenda. $6 for tickets lunch at McMenamins optional.
WASHINGTON SQUARE MALL Tuesday, February 9th 10:00am—3pm
Sign up for a trip to the Washington Square Mall. There are many stores for your shopping pleasure. As well as restaurants for lunch.
PACIFIC HAZELNUT FACTORY & TOP OF HILL RESTAURANT
Tuesday, February 16th 10:30am—3:00pm Factory: 14673 Ottaway Ave, Aurora Top of the Hill: 25496 S Hwy 99, Aurora
LUNCH WITH THE BIRDS-JACKSON BOTTOM WETLANDS PRESERVE
Tuesday, February 24th 11am—2pm
Free bird watching event led by expert bird watcher, Greg Gilson, who will help you identify the waterfowl and other birds at the Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve. Field guides, spotting scopes and binoculars are provided. Viewing station is wheelchair accessible. Bring sack lunch.
WINCO, DOLLAR STORE, JOANNE’S & GROCERY OUTLET
Monday, February 8th 10:30am—2:30pm
Get the most out of our shopping shuttle to these affordable stores. You can bring a sack lunch or pick up lunch at Subway Restaurant.
WINCO, DOLLAR STORE, JOANNE’S & GROCERY OUTLET
Monday, February 22th 10:30am—2:30pm
Here’s another opportunity to get the most out of our shopping shuttle to these affordable stores. You can bring a sack lunch or pick up lunch at Baja Fresh Restaurant.
SHOPPING AT CASCADE STATION & IKEA Thursday, February 11th 11:00am—2:30pm
Enjoy shopping at Cascade (IKEA, Best Buy, Ross and Target just to name a few). Bring a sack lunch or money for lunch at IKEA’s . RICE MUSEUM
Wednesday, February 17th 11:30am—3:00pm
The Rice Museum of Rocks and Minerals was founded by the Rices in 1996 for the purpose of sharing the opportunity to obtain knowledge and pleasure from these beautiful wonders of nature. Bring a sack lunch or money for a quick stop at Starbucks. $5 for admission. LUNCH BUNCH AT APPLEBEE’S
Monday, February 22nd 10:30am—2:30pm
Pick and pair your lunch at Applebee’s. Lunches start at $5.99. Afterwards enjoy a stroll through the Old Kerr Nursery browse through the Kerr Economy Jar antique shop then head over the the Kerr Gift shop to find the perfect gift for that perfect someone. Bring money for lunch.
FRIENDLY HOUSE &
NW PORTLAND MINISTRIES TRIPS You may sign up for these 2 weeks in
advance of a trip. To sign up call
503-221-1224 ext. 100
Do your part for travel safety. For your safety and the safety of others, be sure to make a mental note of who is in your party. It is very
important that you return to the bus at the scheduled time with the same group you arrived with. Thank you for
doing your part to make our trips safe and enjoyable for all.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 10:00 Drawing+ 1:00 Watercolor+
2 11:00 Yoga 12:15 Qigong+ FH Old Church
3 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 2:00 .10 Cent BINGO
4 12:15 Qigong+ 1:30 Movie
5 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 2:00 .10 Cent BINGO
8 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 10:00 Drawing+ 1:00 Watercolor+
9 10:00 Valentine Cards w/ Lee 11:00 Yoga 12:15 Qigong+ FH Washington Square
10 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 2:00 .10 Cent BINGO
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12:15 Qigong+ 1:00 Senior Law 1:30 Movie NH Cascade Station
Trip
12 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 2:00 .10 Cent BINGO
15 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 10:00 Drawing+ 1:00 Watercolor+
President’s Day NH Closed
16 11:00 Yoga 12:15 Qigong+ FH Pacific Hazelnut Factory
17 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 2:00 .10 Cent BINGO NH Rice Museum Trip
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12:15 Qigong+ 1:30 Movie
19 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 2:00 .10 Cent BINGO
22 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 10:30 Drawing+ 12:30 Watercolor+
NH Lunch Bunch at Applebee’s
23 11:00 Yoga 12:15 Qigong+ FH Wetlands Preserve
24 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 2:00 .10 Cent BINGO
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12:15 Qigong+ 1:00 Senior Law 1:30 Presentation on ID Theft
26 10:30 Arthritis Exercise+ 2:00 .10 Cent BINGO
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LEGEND
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Activity
+Parks and Rec.
Note: Senior Rec.,
Senior Law & all
trips require
registration.
Neighborhood House, Inc.
Senior Center & Aging Services
7688 SW Capitol Hwy.
Portland, Oregon 97219
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