Calendar
May 2013
May 22 - Bridging Life Transitions, a Conversation on Aging
Offered by VIEWS (Volunteers Involved for the Emotional Well-being of Seniors)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Westmoreland's Union Manor
6404 SE 23rd Ave Portland, OR
. Join other older adults in a VIEWS Conversation on Aging. Our topic for the event will be Bridging Life Transitions. Everyone's life includes transitions. As older adults, we want to manage these transitions effectively while remaining as independent as possible. Explore ways to cope using a lifetime of strengths and learned skills. Talk about some of your concerns. Come see how helpful discussion with peers can be. Call the event site, Westmoreland's Union Manor at 503-318-2270 for free registration. . more info
May 22 - 2013 SENIOR STROLLS!
sponsored by City of Portland Bureau of Transportation
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
East Burnside
Meet at NE corner E Burnside St. and NE 28th Ave.
Stroll by the restaurants and shops that are revitalizing this portion of Burnside, turning it into a vibrant "Main Street" destination. more info
May 23 - The Secret to Living a Legacy for Future Generations
Sponsor by Senior Advocates for Generational Equity (SAGE) and Elders in Action
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Pavilion, Oregon Historical Society
SW Park Blocks, Portland
Admission: Free; Contributions to support SAGE
SAGE presenter: Marc Freedman, CEO/Founder of Encore.org & author of The Big Shift
Join SAGE for this debut, thought-provoking educational event, featuring:
* Words from the founder of SAGE
* Speaker Marc Freedman's story and mission in his own words
* Interactive Q&A session
* Time to mingle and learn more about opportunities to take action for future generations with SAGE and co-sponsoring organizations. more info
May 28 - 2013 SENIOR STROLLS!
sponsored by City of Portland Bureau of Transportation
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
OMSI/Esplanade
Meet at front entry of OMSI, 1945 SE Water Ave. (OMSI lot parking fee)
Starting at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, we'll enjoy a pleasant stroll up and down the southern portion of the Eastside. Esplanade. more info
May 29 - 2013 SENIOR STROLLS!
sponsored by City of Portland Bureau of Transportation
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
OMSI/Esplanade
Meet at front entry of OMSI, 1945 SE Water Ave. (OMSI lot parking fee)
Starting at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, we'll enjoy a pleasant stroll up and down the southern portion of the Eastside. Esplanade. more info
June 2013
June 5 - 2013 SENIOR STROLLS!
sponsored by City of Portland Bureau of Transportation
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lloyd Art and Water
Meet center of Holladay Park between NE Multnomah St. and NE Holladay St. between NE 11th and NE 13th Ave
In celebration of World Environment Day, we'll stroll past various art and water features that decorate the vibrant Lloyd District and Convention Center. more info
June 12 - Personal Advocate Continuing Education Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Advocate Volunteers are offered 2 hours continuing education meetings which are held each month, on the second Wednesday, to provide additional information about resources to help them understand governmental and community resources, problem-solving strategies, and procedures to be followed in their volunteer role. Volunteers are asked to commit to attending 4 continuing education meetings each year. This month's presenter is:
June 12 –Consumer Rights and Foreclosures: Angela Martin of Economic Fairness Oregon will give us an idea of the foreclosure process and how we can help clients. more info
June 15 - 7th Annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
National Center on Elder Abuse
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Take a Stand in the Fight Against Elder Abuse
NCEA urges individuals, families, community groups, organizations, and businesses to "Take A Stand" by participating in elder abuse awareness and prevention efforts. There are many ways to become involved, from attending or organizing a World Day event, to visiting an older neighbor who lives alone, to volunteering for a program that benefits seniors, to organizing a fundraiser to support a local abuse prevention initiative. more info
June 15 - "It Takes a Village to Age-in Place"
Free event co-sponsored by Eastside Village PDX and AARP Oregon
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
East Portland Community Center
740 SE 106th Ave, Portland, OR
It Takes a Village... Whatever you call it----a community, a tribe, a support network----it takes a village to successfully age-in-place. 89% of older adults have told AARP they want to remain in their own homes as long as possible, but they'll need a village to do it! Come learn about the local Village movement, weigh in on what you need to age-in-place, explore available resources, and enjoy a lively presentation from Sage-ing International's David Rozell and some captivating tales from local storytellers. more info
June 15 - Memories in the Making Art Auction
Alzheimer's Association Oregon
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Urban Studion
935 NW Davis St Portland, OR
Memories in the Making® Art Auction will feature art from our Memories in the Making® Program which resulted from the exploration of the use of art as an alternative form of expression for people with dementia. While Alzheimer's disease brings constant reminders of losses, Memories in the Making® provides a non-judgmental environment in which participants can express feelings and emotions, allowing people with dementia to experience moments of joy and a renewed sense ofaccomplishment and self-respect. The evening will include an art and silent auction, open bar, heavy hors d'oeuvres, music and celebration. Ticket Price: $75 for one or $140 for two more info
June 18 - The Elder Journey, a Conversation on Aging
sponsored by VIEWS
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Milwaukie Center
5440 SE Kellogg Creek Dr, Milwaukie, OR 97222
Join other older adults for a Conversation on the Elder Journey, offered by the non-profit organization VIEWS (Volunteers Involved for the Emotional Well-being of Seniors). Life and how we view it changes as we age. Aging brings challenges, and aging also brings gifts and wisdom to meet those challenges. Learn a 7-step Model of Successful Aging. Be part of a discussion about finding joy and meaning in life. Come see how helpful discussion with peers can be. Call the event site, the Milwaukie Center at 503-653-8100, for free registration. more info
June 19 - Elders in Action Commission Meeting
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Multnomah County Building
501 SE Hawthorne Ave., Portland, OR
The Commission is a 31-member panel that advises local officials on programs and policies for older adults. he Commission advises Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services, Multnomah County, and the City of Portland on the concerns and needs of older adults in our community. With strong advocacy, this dynamic group has shaped the aging policy on all levels. The Commission meets the third Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm- 3:30pm and members have numerous opportunities to connect with public officials. more info
June 21 - Novels on Aging Book Club
hosted by Elders in Action
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Elders in Action
1411 SW Morrison Ave., Suite 290, Portland, OR 97205
Elders in Action will be hosting a book club devoted to exploring an emerging fictional genre: Novels on Aging. Over the last 50 years novelists have become much more interested in writing about older adults, and from a variety of perspectives. Their work provides rich resources for interpretations of the meaning of aging in cross-cultural and historical circumstances.
The club meets the third Friday of each month from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Elders in Action Conference Room, Suite 290, 1411 SW Morrison, in downtown Portland. Contact Cynthia Arnott, NOA Book Club Coordinator, at cynthiaarnott@gmail.com for more info and to sign up for the book club. June 21 Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner (American, 1987, Modern Library Classics) Called a "magnificently crafted story...brimming with wisdom" by Howard Frank Mosher in The Washington Post Book World, the novel has, since its publication in 1987, established itself as one of the greatest and most cherished American novels of the twentieth century. Tracing the lives, loves, and aspirations of two couples who move between Vermont and Wisconsin, it is a work of quiet majesty, deep compassion, and powerful insight into the alchemy of friendship and marriage.
June 23 - Northeast Portland Sunday Parkways
Sponsored by AARP-Oregon
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Explore Neighborhood Greenways and the Cully Boulevard Cycletrack while you make your way around the Northeast Portland route. Lots of activities, music, and food will be at Woodlawn, Alberta, and Fernhill Parks. View Map more info
June 24 - Living Well with Chronic Conditions
Sponsored by IRCO
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Lent's Meals on Wheels meal Site
10325 SE Holgate Blvd. #121, Portland, OR 97266
A free 6 week workshop (1x/week for 2 ˝ hrs each class) Starting on Monday, June 24th, 1:30-4:00 pm At Lent's Meals on Wheels meal Site, 10325 SE Holgate Blvd. #121, Portland, OR 97266, Located in the Lents Village Apartments. Entry is on SE 106th St. Register today for this FREE workshop: 503-988-6073 or email: hazelk@mail.irco.org, Brought to you by IRCO, Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services and Oregon Department of Human Services with funding from AoA.
July 2013
July 10 - Personal Advocate Continuing Education Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Advocate Volunteers are offered 2 hours continuing education meetings which are held each month, on the second Wednesday, to provide additional information about resources to help them understand governmental and community resources, problem-solving strategies, and procedures to be followed in their volunteer role. Volunteers are asked to commit to attending 4 continuing education meetings each year. This month's presenter is TBD. more info
July 17 - Elders in Action Commission Meeting
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Multnomah County Building
501 SE Hawthorne Ave., Portland, OR
The Commission is a 31-member panel that advises local officials on programs and policies for older adults. he Commission advises Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services, Multnomah County, and the City of Portland on the concerns and needs of older adults in our community. With strong advocacy, this dynamic group has shaped the aging policy on all levels. The Commission meets the third Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm- 3:30pm and members have numerous opportunities to connect with public officials. more info
July 27 - Beaverton International Celebration
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Howard M. Terpening (HMT) Recreation Complex
158th & Walker Road, Beaverton, OR
The International Celebration is a free, fun, family-friendly event showcasing our many cultures through music, dance, interactive activities, food, art and more! In 2012 more than 7,500 people attended Party in the Park, many of whom came especially for the Beaverton International Celebration. The Celebration informs and entertains attendees and participants, fostering curiosity, learning and fun! more info
July 28 - North Portland Sunday Parkways
Sponsored by AARP-Oregon
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cruise around North Portland this July. Enjoy roses, activities, food, music, vendors, and fun at Peninsula, Arbor Lodge, Kenton, Columbia Annex, and McCoy Parks; plus the wide open car-free Willamette Boulevard. more info
August 2013
August 14 - Personal Advocate Continuing Education Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Advocate Volunteers are offered 2 hours continuing education meetings which are held each month, on the second Wednesday, to provide additional information about resources to help them understand governmental and community resources, problem-solving strategies, and procedures to be followed in their volunteer role. Volunteers are asked to commit to attending 4 continuing education meetings each year. This month's presenter is TBD. more info
August 15 - No Elders in Action Commission Meeting in August
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Multnomah County Building
501 SE Hawthorne Ave., Portland, OR
The Commission is a 31-member panel that advises local officials on programs and policies for older adults. he Commission advises Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services, Multnomah County, and the City of Portland on the concerns and needs of older adults in our community. With strong advocacy, this dynamic group has shaped the aging policy on all levels. The Commission meets the third Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm- 3:30pm and members have numerous opportunities to connect with public officials. more info
August 25 - Southeast Portland Sunday Parkways
Sponsored by AARP-Oregon
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Spend a warm summer day walking and rolling around Southeast Sunday Parkways. Take in the great city views from the top of Mt. Tabor! Activities, food, vendors, music, and fun will be in Laurelhurst, Colonel Summers, Ivon, and Mt. Tabor Parks; plus Universal Cycles Marketplace. more info
September 2013
September 8 - Walk to End Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Association - Oregon Chapter
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Portland International Raceway
1940 North Victory Boulevard Portland, OR 97217
The Walk to End Alzheimer's provides an opportunity for the Alzheimer's community-family and professional caregivers, those diagnosed with Alzheimer's, people who have lost a loved one to Alzheimer's, and those who know that Alzheimer's could impact them at any time during their lives-to come together and say that NOW is the time to fight back.
The Walk offers the community a chance to see the courage and beauty of people who are fighting a disease that will ultimately win. It offers hope that in the near future this disease will not be victorious-it will be treatable and, eventually, curable. Most importantly, the Walk to End Alzheimer's brings people who are in the midst of an incredibly isolating disease the chance to see that they are not enduring this disease alone. more info
September 8 - 2nd Annual Class Car Show
2013 Walk to End Alzheimer's
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Portland International Raceway
1940 North Victory Boulevard Portland, OR 97217 more info
September 11 - Personal Advocate Continuing Education Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Advocate Volunteers are offered 2 hours continuing education meetings which are held each month, on the second Wednesday, to provide additional information about resources to help them understand governmental and community resources, problem-solving strategies, and procedures to be followed in their volunteer role. Volunteers are asked to commit to attending 4 continuing education meetings each year. This month's presenter is TBD. more info
September 18 - Elders in Action Commission Meeting
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Multnomah County Building
501 SE Hawthorne Ave., Portland, OR
The Commission is a 31-member panel that advises local officials on programs and policies for older adults. he Commission advises Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services, Multnomah County, and the City of Portland on the concerns and needs of older adults in our community. With strong advocacy, this dynamic group has shaped the aging policy on all levels. The Commission meets the third Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm- 3:30pm and members have numerous opportunities to connect with public officials. more info
September 29 - Southwest Portland Sunday Parkways
Sponsored by AARP-Oregon
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
End the Sunday Parkways season with a trek in Southwest! Enjoy the added walk-only route, rolling hills, beautiful views, and Hillsdale and Multnomah business districts. Activities, music, food, and vendors will be located in Gabriel Park, Multnomah Village, and Hillsdale Shopping Center. more info
October 2013
October 9 - Personal Advocate Continuing Education Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Advocate Volunteers are offered 2 hours continuing education meetings which are held each month, on the second Wednesday, to provide additional information about resources to help them understand governmental and community resources, problem-solving strategies, and procedures to be followed in their volunteer role. Volunteers are asked to commit to attending 4 continuing education meetings each year. This month's presenter is TBD. more info
October 16 - Elders in Action Commission Meeting
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Multnomah County Building
501 SE Hawthorne Ave., Portland, OR
The Commission is a 31-member panel that advises local officials on programs and policies for older adults. he Commission advises Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services, Multnomah County, and the City of Portland on the concerns and needs of older adults in our community. With strong advocacy, this dynamic group has shaped the aging policy on all levels. The Commission meets the third Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm- 3:30pm and members have numerous opportunities to connect with public officials. more info
October 26 - 5th Annual Gay & Grey Expo
Gay & Grey PDX
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
1737 NW 26th Avenue
(between Thurman and Savier Streets) Portland OR 97210Gay & Grey PDX is the annual dynamic outreach event addressing the social, health and housing needs of Metro Portland's emerging LGBT community. The event offers free health consultations & fitness evaluations, free chair massage and light acupuncture, gay friendly senior services, LGBT senior housing resources, break-out sessions, presentations, food and music. Admission is suggested $2-5, no one will be turned away. more info
November 2013
November 13 - Personal Advocate Continuing Education Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Advocate Volunteers are offered 2 hours continuing education meetings which are held each month, on the second Wednesday, to provide additional information about resources to help them understand governmental and community resources, problem-solving strategies, and procedures to be followed in their volunteer role. Volunteers are asked to commit to attending 4 continuing education meetings each year. This month's presenter is TBD. more info
November 20 - Elders in Action Commission Meeting
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Multnomah County Building
501 SE Hawthorne Ave., Portland, OR
The Commission is a 31-member panel that advises local officials on programs and policies for older adults. he Commission advises Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services, Multnomah County, and the City of Portland on the concerns and needs of older adults in our community. With strong advocacy, this dynamic group has shaped the aging policy on all levels. The Commission meets the third Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm- 3:30pm and members have numerous opportunities to connect with public officials. more info
December 2013
December 13 - Personal Advocate Continuing Education Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Advocate Volunteers are offered 2 hours continuing education meetings which are held each month, on the second Wednesday, to provide additional information about resources to help them understand governmental and community resources, problem-solving strategies, and procedures to be followed in their volunteer role. Volunteers are asked to commit to attending 4 continuing education meetings each year. This month's presenter is TBD. more info
