Welcome from the Director

Creating a community that embraces the opportunities and challenges of older adulthood

March 2021 Welcome from the Director

CENTER STAFF Dear friends,

DIRECTOR Kathy Robinson I truly hope that, by now, all of you find yourselves with power, water and a fridge full of un- [email protected] spoiled food—we are certainly going through the list of disasters at the moment. The center was only without power for 48 hours so, thanks to quick thinking on the part of some of the crew, SUPPORT SERVICES we were able to keep all of our food safely frozen for the duration. Several members of the Timpra McKenzie Canby Fire Department, together with several “drop-ins” from the community, cleaned up the [email protected] property last weekend, so we are just as good as new!

CLIENT SERVICES Wendy May Right now, phone calls to the Center are all about taxes and the COVID vaccine—we hear you [email protected] and share your frustration on both fronts. Please see inside for everything that we know about the COVID vaccine. In a nutshell: The vaccine is coming but please be patient and let the sup- FOOD SERVICES ply chain catch up to demand. MANAGER Hurley Baird As to taxes: it is looking increasingly unlikely that AARP will hold a tax clinic here. We are truly [email protected] sorry for all of the uncertainty, but a friendly reminder that we just provide the space and logisti- MEALS ON WHEELS cal support—we have no control over the “whether” and “when” of the service.

Jeanne Vodka [email protected] Hope to see you soon—Kathy Judy Long TRAVEL COODINATOR Lynne Bonnell CAC—St. Patrick’s Day 2021 AARP Tax Assistance UPDATE [email protected] Drive-Thru Lunch Tuesday, At the time of this printing, we still don’t know WELLNESS PROGRAMS March 16, 2021, for if AARP will offer tax assistance in 2021. We Mindy Tilden Individuals ages 60+ are certain it will NOT be in-person due to

[email protected] Our popular drive-thru lunch service returns COVID restrictions. If AARP is able to assist, it will not begin until sometime in March and ASST FOOD SVCS for our annual St. Patrick’s Day meal on Tuesday, March 16th. Traditional Corned there will be a very limited number of vol- Elizabeth Luchini unteers serving only a small number of Beef & Cabbage, boxed lunch will be had by everyone who signs up by March 12th at 4:30 clients. KITCHEN UTILITY pm. The Center is not responsible for the service Beth Millican Ralene Tennis Please note: This meal is for individuals and is not keeping a “wait list”. We encour- Kathy Levy aged 60+ who are NOT MOW clients. age you to make an alternate plan for tax MOW clients receive the same meal, deliv- preparation. Please do not assume that KITCHEN ASSISTANTS ered to their home, on Wednesday, March AARP will be able to provide assistance. We June Nice 17, 2021. are still waiting for updates at this time. Carol Clark Participants are invited to drive-thru between Tax link suggestion for simple returns: TRANSPORTATION https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/ Frank Hosford 11:30 am—1 pm, entering our parking lot online/free-edition.jsp Scott Goetchius from 13th Street. Center membership is not

Wade Porter required to participate, BUT you must RSVP to us at 503-266-2970 by Friday, March 12, Other tax options include checking out: CUSTODIAN at 4:30 pm for planning purposes. Cashoregon.org

Carol Clark We look forward to seeing you! Oregon.gov/dor Turbotax.intuit.com/official-site BUILDING MONITORS Calling 2-1-1 June Nice March Zoom Speakers: Carol Clark CAC Hosts American Red We offer a number of Zoom speak- Cross Blood Drive April 2nd, www.canbyadultcenter.org ers and presentations this month. 1 to 6 pm: See details on 503-266-2970 See page 4 for all the details and page 2, inside, including how to PO Box 10 1250 S Ivy how to register! schedule your appointment! Canby, OR 97013 Board News and Announcements

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Board Meeting Excerpts from Wednesday, February 10, 2021 2020-2021

Directors Present: Bill Reif, Brenda Mootz, Millie Reser, Jim Davis, Johni Thayer, David

CHAIR May, Loren Bell and Ruth Howard Directors Excused: Debbie Jewell Debbie Jewell Staff Present: Kathy Robinson City Liaison Present: Greg Parker [email protected] (Term ends Sept 2021) The Virtual Meeting was called to order by Bill Reif. It was established there was a quorum.

VICE-CHAIR City Liaison Report: Greg Parker gave updates on the projects for Ivy Street, 99E resurfac- William Reif ing, underground utilities, safety upgrades, landmark arch, and the sale of the old Library [email protected] building. (Term ends Sept 2022) Treasurer Report: Detailed report available upon request. It was noted that half of the net TREASURER down is due to a fund transfer to the operating account, approved by the BOD. Brenda Mootz Directors Report: Available upon request. AARP website indicates that CAC is taking ap- [email protected] (Term ends Sept 2023) pointments for tax assistance. This is misinformation and CAC staff has been directing in- quiries to other qualified providers. SECRETARY Ruth Howard A motion was made to approve adding volunteer insurance coverage to enhance our exist- [email protected] ing policy. Motion was unanimously approved and accepted. (Term ends Sept 2023) New Business: none Old Business: Kathy is working on COVID language for our building rental liability waiver to protect the Center and allow church groups to meet in the facility. Dave May An online donation software package has been identified. A separate bank account is in the [email protected] process of being set up for donations. (Term ends Sept 2022) Meeting Adjourned: At 1:34 a motion was made to adjourn. Motion passed unanimously Millie Reser and the meeting was adjourned. [email protected] (Term ends Sept 2022) Submitted by, Ruth Howard, Secretary

Loren Bell [email protected] Save the Date: (Term ends Sept 2023) Sign up & Donate APRIL 2nd, 1 – 6 pm Jim Davis Your “Community American Red Cross [email protected] Rewards” Points to Blood Drive at CAC (Term ends Sept 2021) CAC

Johni Thayer Have you chosen Canby Adult Center as the non

[email protected] -profit recipient of your Fred Meyer Community (Term ends Sept 2021) Rewards? If you have, we thank you! If not, please consider it today! Canby Adult Center will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive A word about our Community Rewards points accumulate through on Friday, April 2nd, from 12:30 pm Board ~ each quarter and Kroger/Fred Meyer issues a to 5:30 pm. Your chance to give that check to the Center for a percentage of dollars life-saving blood. We are grateful to our board spent from all participants who chose the Center members! Our nine- as their non-profit. You can book your appointment by member board is filled by calling the Canby Adult Center at volunteers who have been To sign up, simply access your Fred Meyer ac- 503) 266-2970 or visit elected (or in some cases, count using the number on your rewards card; www.redcrossblood.org; Sponsor appointed) to sit as our you will need an email address. Then, select Code: CanbyCommunity board of directors, generally Friends of Canby Adult Center as your non- for a term of three years. profit recipient and you can help support the Cen- It's an easy process and your effort is They meet monthly, usually ter as you shop! truly life-saving. the second Wednesday of each month, and members Your community rewards points do not take away Sign-up to help make this a success- and guests are always wel- from your personal quarterly points. Thank you ful Blood Drive! come to attend. for choosing to support Canby Adult Center.

For Your Health—COVID Vaccine Information Update

Beginning March 1st, people age 65 and older are eligible to Watch out for scams. get the vaccine. Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is one ○ Public health officials and health care providers will never of the best ways to protect yourself, your family, and your ask for money, your bank account, credit card, or social secu- community. rity number. Offers to sell or ship doses of the vaccine are also a scam. In the coming weeks, there will be more older adults who want to get vaccinated than available vaccine. State health After Vaccination officials think it will take weeks to vaccinate more than 7 in 10 You need to get two doses of the vaccine. adults aged 65 and older. Until the federal vaccine supply ○ For most kinds of the vaccine, you will need to get two increases, there is a shortage of vaccine. This means you shots. You get the second shot 3 or 4 weeks after you get the might be in a group that can get a vaccine, but still have to first one. It is important for you to get both shots for the vac- wait. cine to work. ○ Talk to who gave you the first shot about when you can get The state and vaccine partners are asking all adults to have your second shot. You should get your second dose at the patience – they know that there are people who are still wait- same place you got your first one. Do this unless the nurse or ing for their vaccines. Eventually, everyone who wants a vac- doctor tells you to get your second dose somewhere else. cine will get one, it is just going to take time. The vaccine is free for everyone in Oregon. You will still need to wear a mask and physically distance after getting the vaccine for now. To find out if you are eligible and where you can go to get ○ Things can’t go back to normal until enough people are vac- vaccinated: cinated. But we don't know yet if a person who got both shots • Visit covidvaccine.Oregon.gov can still spread COVID-19. We don’t want you to spread it to • Text ORCOVID to 898211 people who haven’t yet been vaccinated. It is important to: • Email [email protected] ■ Keep wearing a mask • Call 211 or 1-866-698-6155 ■ Stay 6 feet from others • (TTY: dial 711 or call 1-866-698-6155) ■ Wash your hands ■ Not spend time with people you don’t live with ■ Limit close contact to the people who live in your home NEW FEATURE: On February 8, 2021, the Oregon Health Authority will launch a new tool at ccovidvaccine.Oregon.gov called Get Vaccinated Oregon. This tool will allow people to After COVID-19 vaccination, you may have some side ef- determine if they are currently eligible for a vaccine and regis- fects. ter to get email alerts or text notifications when they become ○ These side effects often mean the vaccine is working to eligible. Once eligible to be vaccinated, this tool will help di- keep your body healthy. After getting the COVID-19 vaccine, rect users to vaccine events in their area. This tool will be you will probably have a sore arm. You might have muscle open to all Oregonians. Using this tool does not guarantee aches, joint pain, tiredness, headache, chills, or maybe a fe- users a specific "spot in line." ver. (Fever is less common.) ○ Sometimes these side effects may stop you from doing your We know you may have questions about the COVID-19 vac- normal activities for a couple days. Most of these side effects cine. Please know the vaccines have been tested to make should go away in a few days. sure they are safe and effective. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Emergency Use Authoriza- Your vaccine provider will give you a vaccination card – tions (EUA) for the COVID-19 vaccines because the data, don’t lose it! from large clinical trials, showed they were safe and effective. ○ This card tells you what COVID-19 vaccine you got, the The known and potential benefits from the vaccine outweigh date you got it, where you got it, and when to get your second the known and potential harms from getting COVID-19. dose.

Know Before You Go Daylight COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Saving ○ A vaccine is prevention. The vaccine makes your body Time stronger to fight COVID-19 and may help you from getting begins seriously ill even if you do get COVID-19. Sunday, ○ You cannot get COVID-19 from the vaccine. March 14, 2021 COVID-19 vaccines will be free for you. at 2:00 AM ○ COVID-19 vaccines will be provided at no cost to you. You do not need health insurance. If you have health insurance, Move those clocks forward—on Saturday night vaccine providers may charge your insurance company an set your clocks forward one hour to “spring ahead. administration fee for giving you the vaccine. This means that you might be asked for your insurance information when you get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Services Available in March Client Services Available in March Special Information they may send you promo- About Virtual Meetings tional materials about paid Meals on Wheels: Volunteer drivers deliver freshly pre- services that they offer, as a pared, nutritious meals four days each week (Monday, As part of our effort to contin- result of your participation in Wednesday, Thursday and Friday), following a menu pre- ue providing information and their meeting. You are under pared in conjunction with the county dietician. Additional fro- services relevant to our com- no obligation to pay for any zen meals are available to cover weekend needs as well. munity in the age of COVID, services; you can ask to be Call 503-266-2970 to sign up! we offer virtual meetings and taken off their contact list at Current clients—if you need to make a change or cancella- webinars through service any time. tion to your meals, please call the Center prior to or no providers. later than 9:30 am on the day of delivery. To participate in a meeting, If you receive an e-mail, text you will be asked to sign up or other communication that Legal Assistance Phone Consultations— via e-mail, directly with the you are not sure about, Local attorney Andrew Kauffman is available to meet with service provider. While please contact Client Ser- you for a free 30-minute phone consultation on the second these providers are generally vices Coordinator Wendy Wednesday of each month. Call the Center at 503-266-2970 known to us as reputable, May at the Center. to schedule your appointment. The attorney will call you on the day and time of your phone consultation. If you have documents for review prior to your appointment, call 503-266 -2970 to make arrangements with Adult Center Staff to get ZOOM?? Do you have questions about using Zoom those documents to the attorney electronically (by scanning to participate in meetings and classes? If you do, the or fax.) information below may be helpful to you!

Foot Clinics If you have never used ZOOM before, and are not a “techie”, Foot clinic providers, Laverne and Patty, have resumed their you can find a collection of video tutorials on YouTube as services. Appointments are available Wednesday, February well as the Zoom website https://zoom.us/ These tutorials 3rd, with Patty, and Mondays with Laverne, February 1, 8, & will help explain how ZOOM works, and what you need to do 22. Strict protocols are in place to help keep everyone safe: to participate using the ZOOM application. In some cases it 1. You must wait outside in your vehicle until the provider is just a matter of clicking on a link! comes to get you for your appointment. 2. You MUST wear a mask at all times while in the building.

Call the Center at 503-266-2970 to make your appointment. Exercise — Live with Mindy! Live exercise classes are Laverne’s service fee $15; Patty’s service fee is $35. available Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 am using “ZOOM”. This on-line class is a blend of Geri-Fit and Better Bones and Balance, with an emphasis on safety since you’re working out at home. If you’re interested in trying this Medical Rides NOW Available live class, send an e-mail to Kathy at: [email protected]. What you need: We are now offering limited medical rides out of town to 1) A computer with monitor, or an iPad, with internet ac- current clients of the Canby Adult Center. cess. Smartphones will work in a pinch, but the screen • Medical rides offered between 9:30 am and 4:00 pm is very small. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. One round trip per day will 2) Sound/video - Your computer/laptop/ipad needs to have be offered on the available days to ensure sanitization of the sound, otherwise you won’t be able to hear what’s going vehicle and at least 24 hours between rides. on! • No wheelchair rides are offered at this time. Employees and riders must wear masks at all times. • BINGO with Lynne on ZOOM Every Tuesday at 12:30 pm • Clients must be fully mobile and able to enter/exit the Send an e-mail to Lynne at [email protected] if you’d van on their own. If necessary, one caregiver can ride along like to try it out Zoom Bingo! with the client. No physical assistance will be provided by You will need: email address; the driver. This is a contactless service. internet connection; and • Client and caregiver will both be riding in the back seat computer or I-pad of the van at least 6 feet away from driver. • 5-7 business day advanced notice is required. WWE (Walk With Ease) Finished for This is a donation based service; contact Wendy May at the Winter Season—Check back in the 503 266 2970 for more information. spring for updates on when class will resume

Virtual Speakers & Presentations in March

March 12th at 1 pm Thursday, March 4th at 2:30 pm Daring to Downsize — with Beth Giles Canby Adult Center & Collette Travel invite you to join us for a Virtual Are you thinking about making a big change, but find yourself looking around Zoom Informational Presentation for: your home and realizing that you really should start that downsizing process so you’ll be ready when the time does come? Fall Trip with Collette Travel— Discovering America's Whether you are downsizing, helping someone tackle their project or just Music Cities featuring planning ahead, you know that even the thought of downsizing or moving New Orleans, can be overwhelming. Do you find yourself just looking around and then giv- Memphis & Nashville ing up? October 24 — October 31, 2021

Professional Organizer Beth Giles with NW Organizing Solutions will be with The ZOOM invite to attend the th us Friday March 12 at 1 pm to educate us on downsizing solutions. meeting on March 4th is https://collette.zoom.us/ Discover some simple steps that will help you start moving forward and j/94186218030 make the process a lot easier. Find out how to evaluate what treasures to take with you and what to do with the rest. Learn how to work with the mov- On this trip we start our tour in the ers to make it a smooth transition. French Quarter, immerse ourselves in the Swamp Tour, Mardi Gras World, Leave this presentation ready to approach your downsize or move with a Jazz Revue, Graceland, West Delta new confidence! This presentation is held via ZOOM or phone. Heritage Center, Ryman Auditorium, Grand Ole Opry Show, Country Music There is no cost to participate; Hall of Fame, Historic RCA Studio B, To register contact Wendy May: By phone: 503 266 2970 Hands-on Chocolate-making Lesson OR and more…..so much more! email [email protected] These are just some of the attractions available when we head out again to Discover America’s Music Cities in the Southeastern parts of the U.S. this Thursday, March 25th 1 pm fall. OSU Extension Presentation—Food Safety with Kelly Strait Don’t miss the opportunity to join us for this virtual presentation, March 4th at 2:30 pm to learn all the details of this adventure!

Contact Lynne at 503-266-2970 or email [email protected] with your questions. “Be Food Safe: Protect Your Food, Protect Yourself”

About 1 in 6 Americans contract food borne illness (FBI) each year. Older adults are at elevated risk for hospitalization and death from FBI. Blame it on medica- tion side effects, underlying chronic diseases, and age-related changes in organ th Diabetes Prevention Classes systems and the GI tract. On March 25 at 1 pm, Kelly Streit, MS, RDN with Postponed: The classes scheduled to the Oregon State University Extension Service will present some practical food start in February have been postponed safety tips that you can implement to decrease your risk. due to lack of interest. Please watch newsletters for news on when this class This presentation will be held via Zoom or by calling in over the phone. may be offered in the future. Registration is free. To register, contact Wendy May at 503 266 2970 or by email at [email protected]

Client Services—Resources & Support Groups If you have questions, contact Wendy May, Client Services Coordinator, 503-266-2970.

Clackamas County Crisis Line VIEWS Conversations on Aging Volunteers Involved for the Emotional Well-being of Seniors & Clinic: 503 655 8585 CAREGIVER CONFERENCE VIEWS offers FREE facilitated Discus- Senior Loneliness Line sion Groups on topics important to 503 200 1633 or Oregon Care Partners’ annual Caregiver people 60 years and above. Interactive www.SeniorLonelinessLine.org Conference is going virtual in 2021! Join conversations provide a forum for dis-

this premier training event for professional cussion as well as an opportunity to Clackamas County Aging & and family caregivers on March 11th and explore new possibilities and re- Disability Resource Connection 12th. The conference is free to attend. sources; an opportunity for older adults Information and referral: to come together and discuss their 503 650 5622 For more information visit: feelings and experiences on specific OregonCarePartners.com, or topics of aging. VIEWS’ Conversation Resources to help during Email [email protected] on Aging discussion groups are: or call 1 800 930 6851 COVID-19: These are challeng- • A place for participants to share ing times. Call these numbers if their feelings and listen to others. you need assistance: • Confidential discussions that are

Unemployment & Workforce held in a private setting.

Employment Department Claim • Facilitated by trained VIEWS Con- System: 1 877 345 3484 versation Facilitator volunteers that are

Housing older adults (age 55+). Renter Assistance Fannie Mae • 90-minute sessions that are most 1 800 2FANNIE effective for groups of 8-10 partici- Could you use help paying for food pants. Clackamas Housing Rights & each month? SNAP, The Supplemental Resources: 503 650 5750 Nutrition Assistance Program, Formerly Join them virtually Wednesday March Domestic Violence known as food stamps, is there when you 31st from 1 -2:30 pm for a conversa- A Safe Place Family Justice Ctr need help buying food. tion. The conversation topic is: 503 654 2288 • You pay into it, so use it! “New Wisdom/Life Lessons” Along with the challenges that fre- Mental Health/Peer Support • SNAP is so easy to use. quently accompany the aging process, Suicide Prevention Hotline • SNAP helps the economy. increasing wisdom is an outcome as 1 800 273 8255 • There is enough for all who qualify. well. Join us for a Conversation about the wisdom you have developed over • SNAP participation is a common ex- the years and share with others what perience. you have learned “the hard way.” Talk • You can own a car or a home and with your peers and the lessons you’ve still be eligible for snap. learned in your lifetime and the legacy Have a technology question? of wisdom you might light to pass on. Call National Senior Planet • Applying for SNAP is easy! Hotline: 920-666-1959 Income at or below these guidelines VIEWS facilitates conversations the 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday Monthly income includes any money you last Wednesday of each month 1-2:30 receive; Out of pocket medical costs can pm through July 2021. Upcoming top- Senior Planet is a program creat- be deducted and may help you qualify for ics are ed and sponsored by national benefits. • March 31st– New Wisdom/Life nonprofit Older Adults Technology Number of people in Monthly Lessons Services (OATS). After a series of household Income • April 28th – Flying Solo as a Senior successful collaborations, OATS 1 $1,968 May 26th- Engaging with Adult formally joined the AARP family 2 $2,658 • as a charitable affiliate in 2021. Children 3 $3,349 The affiliation allows OATS to • June 30th- Talking with your Doctor help seniors harness the power of Call 1 800 SAFENET(723-3638) or visit • July 28th—The Elder Journey technology no matter their socio- economic circumstances, geogra- oregonhunger.org/apply-for-snap There is no cost to participate; registra- phy, educational background or tion is required. To register, contact age. For more information visit: Wendy May at 503 266 2970 or email https://seniorplanet.org/ [email protected]. 6

Healthy Body—Healthy You! Focus: Nutritious and Healthy Eating Happy March, friends! Well, 2021 is giving 2020 a run for it’s money! I hope you’re able to get some outdoor exercise/walks in between snow/ice storms! Let’s talk about nutrition.....read on to learn how to get the nutrients you need to be your healthiest YOU! Take care, Mindy

Healthy eating begins with you! Giving your body the right 4. Use recommended servings: To maintain your weight, nutrients and maintaining a healthy weight can help you stay you must eat the right amount of food for your age and body. active and independent. You’ll also spend less time and mon- The American Heart Association provides recommended daily ey at the doctor. This is especially true if you have a chronic servings for adults aged 60+. condition, such as diabetes or heart disease. 5. Stay hydrated: Water is an important nutrient too! Don’t let The definition of healthy eating does change a little as you yourself get dehydrated—drink small amounts of fluids con- age. For example, as you grow older, your metabolism slows sistently throughout the day. Tea, coffee, and water are your down, so you need fewer calories than before. Your body also best choices. Keep fluids with sugar and salt at a minimum, needs more of certain nutrients. That means it’s more im- unless your doctor has suggested otherwise. portant than ever to choose foods that give you the best nutri- tional value. 6. Stretch your food budget: Want to get the biggest nutri- tional bang for your buck? SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition As- Tips for Picking Healthy Food as You Get Older sistance Program) may be able to help you afford healthy food when you need it. See page 5 for details on the SNAP pro- Here are 6 tips to help you find the best foods for your body gram! Source: National Council on Aging and your budget.

1. Know what a healthy plate looks like: You might remem- Mix and Match Skillet Meal ber the food pyramid, but the USDA recently unveiled a sim- pler way to help people see what they should eat each Ingredients day. It’s called MyPlate. The simple graphic shows exactly 1 cup grain ,uncooked how the five food groups should stack up on your plate. These 1 ½ cups vegetables, fresh, are the building blocks for a healthy diet. [Example of a canned or frozen, - cut bite-sized healthy plate/”MyPlate” below] 1 cup protein, cut bite-sized 2 cups sauce, stirred ½ teaspoon spices 3 Tablespoons topping

Directions To make in a skillet: 1. Combine all ingredients except topping in a large skillet. 2. Bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to low. Cover and sim- mer until grains ae tender, about 15 to 45 minutes. Stir occa- sionally and add liquid if too dry.

3. Add topping before serving. 4. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours. 2. Look for important nutrients: As an older adult, make sure you eat a variety of foods to get all the nutrients you need Directions To bake in oven: (which according to Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) in- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. cludes Calcium, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Dietary Fiber, and 2. Combine all ingredients except topping in a casserole Potassium. Your plate should look like a rainbow—bright, dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake until grains are colored foods are always the best choice! A healthy meal tender, about 50 to 60 minutes. should include: 3. Add topping before serving. • Lean protein (lean meats, seafood, eggs, beans) Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

• Fruits and vegetables (think orange, red, green, and pur- Notes ple) Grain- try bulgur, pasta, quinoa or rice • Whole grains (brown rice, whole wheat pasta) Vegetables – try a mixture of corn, carrots, green beans, on- ions, mushrooms, peppers or zucchini • Low-fat dairy (milk and its alternatives) Protein – try cooked cubed or ground beef, pork, chicken, or Remember to choose foods that are high in fiber and low in turkey, canned tuna or salmon, tofu or beans. sodium or salt. Also, look for Vitamin D, an important mineral Sauce- try one can (10.75 ounces)condensed cream soup as we age. such as chicken, potato or tomato soup plus 1 ¼ cups water or low-fat milk 3. Read the Nutrition Facts label: The healthiest foods are Spices- try basil, oregano, parsley, chili powder, garlic, onion whole foods. These are often found on the perimeter of the powder, or ground ginger grocery store in the produce, meat, and dairy sections. When Topping- try grated cheese or crushed whole grain cereal or you do eat packaged foods, be a smart shopper! Read the crackers labels to find items that are lower in fat, added sugars, and sodium. Prep time:15 minutes/Cook time:45 minutes/Makes: 6 cups 7 Memoir Writing—Sharing

A Mink Farmer’s Daughter spread, so it tasted like much more No one locked their doors. We didn’t Bobbie Hibbert than a plain old tuna sandwich with have car accidents. No one ever got mayonnaise mixed in. shot. Her father was a mink farmer near the coastal town of Eddyville, Oregon, One day, my friend and I sat on the They used to make home brew in where I attended grade school, in playground to eat. When she opened those days. We saw two cops across 1956. her sack lunch and took out her sand- the street, - I remember my Dad and wich, it wasn’t what I expected at all. I Mother poured all of what they had She was new in school, and did not could tell right away it wasn’t bologna. down the sink. know many people. I don’t recall her It wasn’t the right color and it was on name, but I do remember she had homemade bread, not store-bought Men used to come through town look- freckles to go with her beautiful, long, bread like rich people ate. What kind of ing for work. We called them Hobo’s. bright, orange-red hair, and she was a sandwich was it? They would come to the kitchen and nice to me. We became fast friends ask for something to eat. My mother that year. Curiosity got the best of me and I in- would make them wait outside, but she quired, “What are you eating? What’s always found them a meal. We had a I didn’t know much about my class- in that sandwich?” woodshed and one time one of them mate’s family life, but I assumed she chopped a lot of wood while he was was rich because, after all, her parents “It’s a mashed-potato sandwich, “she waiting. were mink farmers. She probably even boasted. had a television set. She had nicer In 1935 we moved to Idanha, 5 miles clothes than I did and she was always “A what?” I asked. I had never heard from Detroit. The first time we drove dressed in the latest style. I just “knew” of such a thing. I’d supposed all kinds up there, there was only a one-lane she had running water and indoor of things for her lunch, but never some- road from gates to Detroit with turn- plumbing. After all, when you’re rich, thing so simple as a mashed-potato outs. If you tried to pass someone, you have those things. sandwich...and to think she even liked one or the other would have to back it! up. I knew she had some brothers and sis- ters, but I didn’t think she had more Over 50 years have passed and I’ve One of the first movies I saw was John than I did. I was the oldest of five kids since lost touch with my school friend. Payne in Trail of the Lonesome Pine in in our family. But I still recall that day she brought Mill City. When we lived there some the strange sandwich. neighbors gave us kids a toboggan. On a sawmill man’s payroll, my par- One time they built ski slides on the ents, Art and Elinor Savage, could Whenever I ponder about how “poor” I side of a mountain. A train from Port- never afford to let us buy school was, I just think about my friend, a land brought a group of skiers to the lunches, except on special occasions, “rich” mink farmer’s daughter, and mountain and they had a big barbecue. and then only one of us at a time. But realize that maybe I had it better than After they all left, my brother, two other that didn’t bother me much because I thought. boys and I packed our toboggan up to my “rich” playmate never bought hot the tallest ski slide and I came down lunches either. So I didn’t feel poor, as the mountain. What a THRILL... but I knew I was. I thought maybe she just we only did that once!! preferred sack lunches and could bring Snapshots in Time ~ with Bonnie whatever she wanted to eat. Fast forward... It’s surprising how fast the years go Canby is so good to their seniors—I I had imagined all kinds of delicious by— used to volunteer at the Senior Center things my friendly classmate would and saw first-hand the good they do. have stuffed in her lunch...cookies, When I was young, the only time you They never turn anyone away—God fruit, maybe even a bologna sandwich had chicken for dinner was on Sun- Bless them all!! (my favorite), because I thought rich day—you couldn’t buy it already cut Bonnie Blake people could afford bologna sandwich- up—if you lived on a farm, you had to es. catch it, cut its head off—singe it in boiling hot-water and pluck the feathers My mom always made us tun sand- off. You couldn’t by cake-mix or al- wiches because she could buy tuna on ready made pie dough. Everything sale—five cans for a dollar. With five was made from scratch. kids and five lunches to make, it was what she could afford. Mom made the I lived in a small community and every- sandwiches with her own special one knew everyone for miles around.

8 Around Town—COVID-19 edition

Below are a few LOCAL businesses you can support CANBY LIBRARY: 220 NE 2nd Ave, 503-266-3394 while staying safe! Book Drop open 24 hrs The Book Nook - New location is at: 294 NW Second Activities to do at home—follow the link Avenue. Need new reading material? Order your book online https://www.canbylibrary.org/watch-online.html through the website: https://www.booknookcanby.com/ Adult Craft Kits to Do At Home—new crafts each month; browse/book. Books ship directly from warehouse (faster) for advanced registration required by email or phone: a shipping fee, or ship to store for Free Shipping. If you don’t [email protected] or call 503.266.0653 like to shop online, just call Book Nook at 503.776.8999 for assistance. Hours are Mon-Sat, 10 am - 6 pm. Library Staff Available by Phone— Weekdays 10 am to 4 pm; providing help with online resources. If you need a li- Canby Cinema 8 - 252 NE 2nd Avenue brary card, an Ecard allows immediate access to all LINCC Missing movie night? If you have a DVD player, you can online resources, https://lincc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/ still enjoy a good movie with theater popcorn and other lincc/search/registration/$N/SYMWS/true goodies, with Canby Cinema 8’s Combo option on Friday, Book holds accepted by phone—a maximum of 10. Saturday & Sundays! Call Canby Cinema at (503)266-8488 When your books are in call 503-266-3394 in advance to to learn more and to place your order! arrange pick up: M/W/F 10am-1pm; T/TH 2pm - 5pm. Wilco Farm Store – 503 266 2213 Wireless Printing available during Covid-19 Closure at 197 SE Hazeldell Way, Canby Canby Public Library—If you are anywhere with an inter- Order on-line: www.farmstore.com, choose the Canby net connection, you can print emails, attachments, photos, store location. Search for the items you wish to purchase, etc., from your smart phone, tablet, desktop computer, or add them to your cart and “check-out”! Sale prices available laptop and send it to the library printer. The library is tem- if you have an account. Curb-side pick up; Senior discount porarily offering 10 free pages of black & white printing per program (age 55+) each Tuesday, offers 10% off regular day. Color printing is unavailable. priced merchandise. After sending your print job and receiving the confirmation Cutsforth’s Market Curbside or Home Delivery from PrinterOn, call the library at 503.266.3394 to confirm your name. Staff will release your print job, and you will Shopping for Seniors have 7 days to pick it up M/W/F 11am-3pm; T/TH 3-6 pm. Store hours are 6:00 am - 9:00 pm. If you are concerned Questions? Call the library. about social distancing during shopping, trying to arrive during the early or late hours is best. American Legion Auxiliary Breakfast Curbside Service is available: M W F, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. American Legion Post 424, NW 1st Street How to order: Fundraising breakfasts Sundays, 8:30 to 11:15 am. 1) Call 971.888.2572 between 9am- 1pm with your shop- Breakfasts: $7 for guests age 11 and older; ping list or $4 for 10 and under. 2) Email your shopping list to [email protected]; The menu is: Bacon/sausage/ham or chicken fried steak, 3) If possible, please try to places orders one day in ad- Eggs to order, Hash browns, Biscuit or biscuits with vance; gravy, English muffin, French toast, Coffee/juice or milk. 4) There is a $5 shopping fee per order. This event supports a variety of charitable causes. As of the day this goes to print, Sunday breakfasts are back on, subject to weekly turnout, so head on out to support FOOD PROGRAMS your local veterans’ organizations! St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank - open every Wednesday 3:30 pm to 7 pm. St. Patrick Catholic Church, 498 NW 9th Avenue. This is a drive-through service only; pull up in your FIDO Pet Food Bank Weekly Wednesdays car and volunteers will bring your food box to you. For more 14186 Fir Street, Oregon City 97045 information, call Gretchen McCallum 503-701-9135. Open Wednesdays, 9am–12; & 3rd Saturday 9am-2pm. Reduced cost pet food for seniors, Veteran’s & Active Duty The Canby Center – 503.266.2920, 681 SW 2nd Ave, Can- personnel. Check them out— www.FIDOAniMeals.org. by [email protected]. Options for receiving food amid COVID-19 concerns. Ongoing Help: Sign up to become a Thriving Together Pro- Feeling Isolated? You are not gram Member accessing 4 food pantry shopping times per alone. If you are feeling anxious or month. Food is picked up drive up with your car pm Tues- depressed—or just miss the sound days or Saturdays. Walk-up pick up is also available. of another voice- please reach out One-Time Help: If you only need one-time help with food, There is someone to listen, and a you can stop by the Canby Center for a food box. friendly person to speak to offering emotional support and Zoar Lutheran Church Community Meals— 503.266.4061 understanding. Call any time, any day. All calls are confi- 190 SW 3rd Ave. Zoar Lutheran offers the community free dential. We are here for you. Senior Loneliness Line hot meals, boxed to-go, twice per week on Tuesdays and 503 200 1633 – a state-wide service of Lines for Life Sundays 5 pm – 6:30 pm. Drive up to order and pick up. Call for more information. 9 March Trips Suspended Armchair Travel for your enjoyment!

COLLETTE TRAVEL OPPORTUNITY FALL 2021 Salem-Keizer Volcanoes Announce Creation of New Independent Baseball League Our Collette sponsored New Orleans tour is set for October st 24-31 2021. If you have questions about this trip, please The Salem-Keizer Volcanoes have announced the crea- check out the information from the Collette website at: tion of a new Independent Baseball League to begin play this spring at Volcanoes Stadium in Keizer. The Maver- https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/961179 AND/OR icks Independent Baseball League will feature top level contact Lynne, Transportation Coordinator, directly at non-drafted and released players who hope to some- [email protected] . day reach the Major Leagues.

We are hosting a virtual informational gathering for this October trip in a ZOOM format on March 4th at 2:30pm. The 4-Team League will feature the return of the Portland Mavericks, a notorious and iconic team The ZOOM invite to attend the meeting on March 4th is from the 1970’s. In addition to the Portland Maver- https://collette.zoom.us/j/94186218030 icks, the League will be highlighted with the return of the Salem Senators a historic and legendary team See page 4 for more details on the presentation. that originally began play in 1940. The Volcanoes and Campesinos de Salem-Keizer, will also become founding members of the new League. Road trip? Driver License, Vehicle Tag Grace Period Extended into 2021 "We have an unique opportunity to bring baseball back the way it used to be," said Volcanoes CEO Mickey If your driver license, permit or vehicle registration expires be- Walker. "Kind of like the old glory barnstorming days of tween Nov 1, 2020, and April 30, 2021, you have three baseball – except rather than traveling around the coun- months after the expiration date to renew without being cit- try, all the games will be played at Volcanoes Stadi- ed. The Oregon DMV is allowing this grace period in order to um. Many fans remember the Portland Mavericks with catch up with the backlog caused by COVID-19. Oregon law great fondness – this League will have that type of popu- enforcement officers “will exercise more discretion for recently larity. We'll have open tryouts and select the best play- expired licenses and registration” when deciding whether to ers from across the country. This will also provide a write a ticket. place for local athletes to aspire to play someday." said

A previous law that mandated no citations for licenses, permits Walker. and registrations that expired between 3/1/20 and 12/31/20, ended December 31, 2020. DMV offices are open by appoint- The League will begin play on Thursday, May 13th when ment only. Visit their website at: the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes will be challenged by the Portland Mavericks – game time is set for 6:35pm. www.oregondmv.com for a list of services available by Games will be played every Thursday (6:35pm), Friday office. Some services are available online at (6:35pm), Saturday (1:05pm and 6:35pm) and Sunday dmv2u.oregon.gov. (1:05pm and 6:35pm) for 16 consecutive weeks conclud- ing Sunday, August 29th, with playoffs to follow. “We’re even bringing back afternoon baseball,” added Walker. Attention all friends of 108-year-old Grace! “This will allow even more fans to enjoy the fun.”

In these quiet quarantine and isolating days of Covid 19, Grace Hopefully as Oregon opens up more and more, we’ll be is especially feeling low not seeing her buddies at the center able to get on the bus and go to a game or two this for this past year. Grace quietly turned 108 years old in No- spring and summer! Stay Tuned friends :) vember with just a few family members helping her celebrate the milestone day. Interesting and True Travel Facts!! If you are one of Grace's many friends from the center, her The small town of Ortona, Italy offers a free wine family and the CAC staff invite you to write a note to her to fountain! This wine fountain is open year around. encourage her during this time. She misses you all so much. 60% of the lakes on earth are located in Canada. 600 people work at the Eiffel Tower daily You can send your letter to: Science has found that jet lag feels worse if you travel Canby Adult Center from West to East. Source: TravelBlue Attn: Grace PO box 10 Travel Movies available to watch on Netflix: Canby, Oregon 97013 Into the Wild—Alaska, USA And thank you for helping to encourage your friend Grace. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty—Greenland, Iceland Under the Tuscan Sun—Tuscany, Italy

The activities and classes listed on the following pages are currently Center Services suspended because of COVID-19. We are including them in this month’s newsletter so that first-time members can see what you Suspended for March have to look forward to, once we are back open for business! Canby Adult Center prepares and serves nutritious hot RECREATION and ACTIVITIES meals in our kitchen each Monday, and Wednesday thru Fri- day. Meals are served in our dining room and lunch guests CAC offers many opportunities to socialize and make must be seated by noon. friends. Scheduled recreation includes: * Bingo * Bridge, pinochle and canasta NUTRITION * Mahjongg * Memoir writing * Crafting group/Quilting group Dining Room Meal: Our menu is prepared each month * Woodcarving Workshop using county standards for meals and diabetic and low sodium alternatives are available. Suggested meal donation is $3.50. Musicians provide musical entertainment occasional- Activities and resources available on a drop-in basis in- ly; check the activity calendar for specific dates. clude: * Ping Pong Pool * Exercise equipment Books/library* TRANSPORTATION * Puzzles* Daily Transport: Call between 8:30—9:00 a.m. Mon/ Wed/Thurs/Friday if you need a ride to the Center and we will CLIENT SERVICES pick you up in our bus or van in time for exercise classes. Home Visits We also offer a late morning pick-up time for those who want Client Services Coordinator regularly visits clients in their to join us for lunch. Call between 8:30 and 10 am if you are homes to determine eligibility for Meals on Wheels, as well coming for lunch only. We also offer a second run to take you as assess and educate them on other services or pro- home in the afternoons at 3 pm on Wednesday/Thursday/ grams that may be useful to clients. Friday. Information and Referral Transportation Reaching People - TRP The Client Services Coordinator has extensive knowledge Volunteer drivers transport seniors to destinations in Clacka- of community resources that are relevant to older adults. mas, Washington and Multnomah counties for important pre- Clients can schedule an appointment with the Client scheduled appointments. 5 to 7 business days notice is re- Services Coordinator to learn about resources and how quired (we have a limited number of volunteer drivers). Call to access them. Wendy at 503-266-2970 to schedule a ride. Senior Companion Program Recreation and Trips: Day-trips are pre-planned and Volunteers visit seniors weekly, providing companionship, offered each month. Trip sign-up is the last Monday of each transportation and independence. If you are interested in month unless otherwise noted. Trips offered may be free of volunteering, or if you need a companion, contact Client charge, include a bus donation and/or an entrance fee. Services! Often a meal-stop is included as part of the trip. Usually you can find the monthly trip schedule and a detailed trip sum- Canby Adult Center Tours Available mary of trips on page 6. Trip fees vary and bus donations are always gladly accepted. Schedule your personal tour of the Adult Center with Client Services Coordinator, Wendy May. She will give you a full tour of the Center as well as share with you all the FITNESS & WELLNESS resources and services we have to offer.

Fitness Programs: We offer a variety of fitness To schedule your tour, contact Wendy May at 503 266 programs ranging from: 2970 Monday through Friday. * Better Bones & Balance Geri-Fit® OTHER SERVICES * Tai Chi Pound Class By way of volunteers and Friends of the Center we also * Walk With Ease— Advance sign-up required. . ordinarily offer services listed below: * Line Dancing (this is an informal, volunteer-

managed group Blood Pressure Checks Wellness Programs: Canby Adult Center offers time- Tilly’s Mobile Hair Salon at CAC bound workshops and one-time speakers on a variety of fit- Fort Kennedy-Veteran’s Assistance & ness and wellness topics. See inside for the schedule of Information guest speakers, which change monthly. TOPS Group Meetings Lions Club Glasses & Hearing Aid Collection

On-going Classes & Activities— Suspended for March For Your Health… Power Plate DID YOU KNOW...Recent discoveries have revealed impressive Exercise Classes research about the impact of including heart-healthy foods in our diets. There are many foods to avoid for good heart health, but Geri-Fit (Seated Exercise): A variation of this there are also many foods that are beneficial for your heart. Here class meets Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays at are some choices for a “Power Plate” 10:30 using the Zoom application. 1. Garlic: Loved and used liberally by many cultures throughout Better Bones & Balance— A variation of this the world, adding garlic to your diet is a simple way to help keep class meets Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays at heart disease at bay. Garlic is associated with a reduction in risk 10:30 using the Zoom application. factors for cardiovascular diseases, such as blood pressure, lipid levels, and blood glucose concentration. Short-term supplementa- Senior Tai Chi— Ordinarily classes meet every tion of garlic has been shown to be beneficial in reducing low- Wednesday and Friday, 9 am to 10 am. density lipoprotein (LDL) oxidation, a key factor in the develop- ment of cardiovascular disease. “Let’s Dance” Line Dancing Classes: 2. Seafood: Anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids, abundant in Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at 1:00 seafood such as salmon, sardines, and mackerel, have consist- Ordinarily classes meet at 1 pm. ently been shown to positively affect heart health, reduce inflam- No partner needed. mation and lower elevated triglyceride levels. The American Heart Institute recommends we consume at least two servings of omega POUND— Thursdays at 2:30 pm 3-rich foods per week. A full-body workout combining cardio, condi- 3. Flaxseeds: Consumed by humans since ancient tioning, and strength training with yoga and times, flaxseeds have been used by cultures around the world for pilates-inspired movements. dietary and medicinal purposes. The soluble gum in these fiber- rich seeds may play a role in regulating cholesterol levels. Quilting Class— Monthly on Wednesdays 4. Extra Virgin Olive Oil (commonly known as EVOO) is one of the cornerstones of the Mediterranean diet, a heart-healthy eating program. Research shows that its cardioprotective qualities may Activities be a result of the bioactive compounds and carotenoids, such as beta carotene, and antioxidants help to reduce inflammation. MONDAY at 10 am— 5. Berries: From blackberries to strawberries, blueberries to rasp- Woodcarving Workshop berries, fresh to frozen, these little gems, loaded with polyphenols, nutrients, and fiber, help reduce the risk of cardiovascular compli- TUESDAY cations. Regular berry consumption has been shown to reduce TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly LDL oxidation and total plasma antioxidant capacity, both factors involved in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Swap Handiwork Group Meets at 10 am: those after-dinner sweet treats for some nutrient-rich, heart- healthy berries. They’re called nature’s candy for a reason! 6. Spinach: Of course nutrient-dense spinach is heart healthy! BINGO” at this time we offer “ZOOM” bingo at 12:30. For more information contact Lynne at The nitrates found in spinach, when converted to nitric oxide in the [email protected] for more information body, have been shown to improve endothelial function and lower blood pressure, both key factors in maintaining cardiovascular health. Studies have shown that the consumption of nitrate-rich WEDNESDAY vegetables such as spinach reduces blood pressure while increas- Mahjong - every Wednesday at 2:00 pm ing plasma nitrate concentrations.

THURSDAY 7. Tomatoes: Tomatoes have also been recognized as a cardio- Memoir Writing Group at 10 am vascular supportive food. Research has demonstrated their ability to improve markers of cardiovascular disease, such as endothelial function, blood lipids, and blood pressure. (High concentrations of WEEKLY CARD GAMES lycopene, an essential nutrient found in tomatoes, may reduce the risk of stroke up to 26%. Interestingly enough, cooking tomatoes Bridge: Mondays 1 pm— 4 pm may actually make their protective compounds more bioavailable Canasta: Tuesdays 1 pm— 4 pm during digestion compared to their raw counterparts. Pinochle: Tuesday & Friday - 1 pm The bottom line: Every meal gives us the opportunity to nourish New players welcome! our bodies and support our cardiovascular systems. Adding in heart-healthy pantry staples like garlic, EVOO, and flaxseeds are simple ways to elevate everyday meals. Consuming fresh seafood, berries, spinach, and tomatoes provides the building blocks for everyday health, and contribute to optimal cardiovascular health. So many heart-healthy foods make it easy to fill our bodies with nutrients that prevent and protect our bodies against cardiovascular conditions – in other words, the power is on our plates. 12 Donors, Renewing Members & Birthdays January/February Donors

March 2021 Birthdays! Financial Donors: Abbie Allen, Daryl Allen, Jeanette Blancic, Patty Crussell, Dennis & Judy Elvey, Patty Hatfield, Joyce & Kathy, John Overton, Gary & Patricia Paddock, 1 Gretchen McCallum Barbara Palmbladm John & Sylvia Pigott, Rackleff Place, 1 Leona Hart Allen & Janet Thiessenm Darrell & RoseMary Vanderzanden, 2 Gene Hedrick 17 Patricia Smith Kay & Dexter Walter, Scott & Roberta Wiesehan 2 Julie Francis 17 Jerry Franz 3 Ann McBride 19 Jack Benson In-Kind Donors: Cynthia Jeskey, KC Charities, Charles 5 Gerald Hawks 19 Margaret Halverson Newcomer, Leslie Rhodes 5 Yolanda Diperi 20 Kathy Hanson 5 Bonnie Irwin 20 Gregg Ekenbarger Special thanks to: City of Canby for their generous 5 Maggi Mason 20 Kenneth Kendall donation of COVID-Relief Funds to Canby Adult Center! 7 Ron Johnson 20 Lynda Tucker 7 Marilyn Thompson 20 Judi Aus Special thanks to: Canby Fire Department, Family & Friends 10 Sterling Roth 21 Roberta Beauchamp for cleaning up brush and tree debris at CAC. 10 Sandy Recknor 21 Colleen Nikkari 11 Darrell Vanderzanden 22 Bobbi Beddow Gifts in Memoriam: 11 Katherine Holt 22 Susanne Bird 12 Thu Nguyen 24 Diana Schaughency Paul & Sara Urke in Memory of Irene Pellatz 12 Richard Freeman 24 Linda Tasker 12 Jean Moore 24 Betty Maschke Larry & Debra Syme in Memory of Irene Pellatz 12 Darlene Jacobucci 25 Bill Day Joe & Connie Kalinowski in Memory of Irene Pellatz 13 Kathy Robinson 26 Janine Miller 13 Ed Robinson 29 Michael McCallum Scott & Roberta Wieseham 13 Karen Joy 29 Lynn McFadden in Memory of Dr. Edmund Davies 14 Viola Park 29 Maxine Elle

15 Joe Kalinowski 30 Marcella Bennett New and Renewing Members 16 Betty McDaniel 31 Kha Truong 17 Mary Jean Pedersen 31 Dennis Britton Daryl Allen, Dennis & Judy Elvey, John Overton, 31 Carolyn Brown Gary & Patricia Paddock, Barbara Palmblad, 31 Jean Clarizio Allen & Janet Thiessen, 31 Cherrol Pacholl Darrell & RoseMary Vanderzanden,

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Thank you 2020—2021 Annual Appeal Donors

Sustaining Individual Donors: Donations of $201+

Anonymous Donors Jeanne Dinnel Ted & Eileen Kunze Bill & Jo Ellen Reif Marc Anderson & Benny Dodge Carole Laity & Sheldon Marcu- Karen Reynolds Ann Paul-Anderson Deanna Edwards vitz Leslie Rhodes Thomas & Anna Adams Scott & Susan Enyart Ray & Mary Lambert Lisa and Jose Rivera Dave & Joleen Anderson Greg & Reni Erk Donna Laney Lynn Shirrell Jennifer & Richard Anderson Hickman Family David & Lori Lewis Danielle and Andrew Shull Paul & Mary Ashton Jeff Feller Ron Lindland Ann & Roger Skoe Florence Ball Richard Freeman Larry & Ann McBride Vicki Smith Dean & Helen Basinger Dale & Bev Friedemann Bernie & Mary McWilliams David & Tammy Snyder Joe Bates Ron & Cheryl Fullerton CR Means Bryan Stickel Ted & Linda Baumgardner Keith & Jan Galitz John & Tammie Merina Ron Tatone Tina Borges Bruce Gehrke Kathy & Mark Milhauser Mary Ann Tautfest Buzz & Jo Brehm Jared & April Gensman Jeff & Laurie Mills Johni Thayer Robert & Vicki Breitbarth Fred & Nancy Gill Gerald & Brenda Mootz Jim & Marilyn Thompson Janice Brisbane Emmett and Ellen Gray Marty Moretty D'Anne Tofte Marjorie Brood Lowell Hall & Betty Myers Steven & Brenda Morse Jorge & Karen Tro Carolyn Brown Bill Haas & Diane Thompson Phillip & Claudia Nelson Rosemary Vanderzanden Gerald Brown Carmen Hamilton Richard & Kathy Oathes Earl & Susan Voss Sheila Brown Laurie & Patrick Harmon Chuck Odell Jennifer & Sean Warren Noreen Caldwell Leona Hart Sarah Odell Lawrence & Mary Weber June Casper Patty Hatfield Brian & Lynn Olson Maureen Whitman Joe & Jean Clarizio Jim & Paulette Hefflinger M. Mariah Olson James & Greta Wiersma Bob Cornelius Delbert & Rosa Hemphill Kate & Dan Owczarzak Patricia Williams Stanley Cullington Robert & Charlotte Johnston Dave & Sharon Painter Jay & Kathrine Wolfe Bob Cullison Paula Jones Jack & Chris Pendleton Ron & Bonita York Jane & Steve Dahl Karen Joy Amy & Clint Perkett Eleanor Zieg Joan & Tom Daudistel Gary Kohfield Joyce Peters Henry & Georgia Deetz Oliver Korsness Sunya & Wade Porter Mason Diegel Darline Kraxberger Gretchen Prakken The Estate of Kim & Hardy Dimick Karen Krettler John Pursley Randall Stewart Pitchford

Correction to February Newsletter: Sustaining Business & Organizational Donors: Thank you to our Gold Donors: Donors: Donations of $201+ Robert & Darlene Kauffman 808 Automotive Inc Desert Rose Properties Thanks to our February Annual Appeal Donors: American Legion Auxiliary OBC Northwest Inc. Duane & Lynnell Bennett, Anderson Properties Rackleff Place Judy Garner Canby Kiwanis Foundation Reif & Hunsaker Law Office City of Canby Roofmasters, Inc. Allyn & Rose Gunn Clackamas County MOW Strickland Directional Drilling Katherine & Allen Holt Custom Plumbing & Trailer Tillicums of Oregon Amy & William Ingels, Arbie & Bonnie Irwin Construction Uptown Medical Billing Donna Lebold Dale Nordlund, Bobbe Pfister, Trina Riddle Jim & Marilyn Thompson Timmco Insurance Thank you on-going Business Partners for your in-kind support Ron & Bonita York Andrew Kauffman—Attorney at Law You can become a member by completing the mem- Canby Kiwanis Foundation & Thrift Store bership form on the last page of the newsletter or print- Custom Plumbing & Construction ing the form from our website; send it, along with your Cutsforth’s Marketplace membership fee of $15 (single) or $25 (couple), to us at Direct Link Home Instead PO Box 10, Canby OR 97013. Hulbert’s Flowers ~ OR ~ Kahut Waste Services You can make a gift of $51 or more at any time and Marquis at Hope Village receive a one year membership. Membership includes Oregon Food Bank receiving the monthly newsletter in hard copy or by email.

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