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Volume 2 • Issue 2 Part 1 Making your Personal Village By Christina Baldwin Board Member, Island Senior Resources “ Your own village means that you’re not alone, that you know there’s People make villages. A village is the something of you in the people and most stable social unit that humanity plants and the soil, that even when you has ever devised. For tens of thousands are not there it waits to welcome you." of years, whenever a group of people wanders into the same valley and settles ~Casare Pavese down, they make a village. Whidbey Island’s first villages were shoreline came from villages like this—and there are aspects of this kind of village life on “Elizabeth Harrison, Oak Harbor encampments of native Skagit clam dig- Senior Center Member, engages in the gers and fishermen. Whidbey that increase its island charm— PSE presentation on electrical safety” but many people arrive on “the rock” When white settlers arrived, the first as strangers. We need to know how to thing they did was claim some land and make our own villages. make a village. Jacob Anthes founded Langley, and Thomas Coupe laid out the A personal village consists of logistics Puget Sound Energy streets above Penn Cove and modestly (a network of services and support that named the village after himself. In March help settle: dentist, doctor, plumber, of 1895, the steamer, Idaho, landed at realtor, etc.) and community (neighbors, San de Fuca and offloaded “eighteen Hol- people with shared interests, values, Powerful Partnership landers and a cheese-maker” the begin- a sense of trustworthy social net, etc.) By Carly Waymire and equipment. In addition to the check ning of a Dutch migration that founded In the process of getting settled, both Oak Harbor Senior Center Program Coordinator the Center is also enjoying a closer rela- Oak Harbor. logistics and community-building are This year Puget Sound Energy has part- tionship with PSE and many presentation needed. opportunities provided by PSE represen- Villages are successful because they nered with 24 non-profit organizations tatives. Also, PSE is providing the Center create organized social structures that In 2001, a few weeks after 9/11, as the across its 6,000-square mile service area with helpful information regarding can care for the needs of the individual country was reeling with instability, to help provide community engagement energy every month that we will be shar- and the whole. Traditional villages carry Cynthia Trenshaw, then age 59, a widow and awareness. This year was unique ing with our members. out a number of tasks: governance, with a new mid-life master’s degree in because not only did PSE select orga- social welfare, protection, trade, educa- nizations committed to environmental “PSE has provided energy to communi- tion, employment, ceremony, and kin- VILLAGE continued on page 12 conservation as they did in 2017, but ties across Washington for 145 years, so ship bonds. Our grandparents probably they also included partnerships with it’s important for us to work with orga- organizations committed to human nizations that share our commitment services. The Oak Harbor Senior Center to our customers and the environment,” said Andy Wappler, PSE Vice President Foundation has been selected as one of of Customer Operations & Communica- the 24 organizations to partner with PSE tions. “By partnering with two different in 2018! sectors this year, ‘Powerful Partnerships’ As a part of this Powerful Partnership, will help us do two things-- extend our the Oak Harbor Senior Center Founda- tion received a $5,000 check from PSE to PSE continued on page 3 use for programming, building updates

QUESTION OF THE MONTH: WHO HAS INFLUENCED YOU THE MOST IN YOUR LIFETIME?

Howard Cleveland, 87 Barbara C, 88 Terry Shockey, 56 Mark W., 65 Barbara Tripp, 65 Oak Harbor Clinton, WA Oak Harbor Clinton, WA Oak Harbor “I would say my wife because My mother. She taught me how “My sister, she always makes My mother. She was a Southern “My father, he was very she encouraged and helped me. to be a good citizen and how to sure I am doing okay.” Baptist and maintained unwavering nurturing and followed Also, my foreman encouraged work hard to be self-sufficient and faith throughout her life. She taught me through on everything he said. me to run big equipment which strong. She also taught me how to about the strengths and skills of women He taught me to be self-reliant, influenced my career.” garden and cook. and that they should have equal roles responsible, and truthful.” and wages as men. I’m grateful for the values she passed on to me.

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Photo 1 Caption: “st” International Photo 2 Caption: “nd” Oak Harbor Yoga day is June in Bloom June 21 Senior Center Barry Wenaas, Program Assistant, Oak Harbor Senior Center 51 SE Jerome St., Here we are in the month of June–the half way point of the Oak Harbor, WA 98277 year. Do I dare say how many days til Christmas? Front Desk: 360-279-4580 There are many great celebrations in the month of June, but two prominent ones are Flag Day and Father’s Day. Flag Day is Travel Desk: 360-279-4587 always celebrated June 14. It is for all Americans to celebrate Normal Business Hours: and show respect for our flag. Our flag is representative of our Mon-Fri, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Independence and our unity as a nation. Our flag has a proud and glorious history, leading every battle fought by Americans. National Doughnut (Donut) Day was established in 1938 by the Additional evening and Many have lost their lives protecting our flag. It even stands Chicago Salvation Army to raise much needed funds during the weekend classes and events proudly on the moon. There is a very special ceremony in retir- Great Depression and to honor the work of World War I Salva- as scheduled ing the flag. The flag is burned in a special ceremony and our tion Army. local Boy Scouts know the proper ceremony and perform it Yearly Membership Dues: $40 on a regular basis. If you have an old flag that needs to retire, National Trails Day is celebrated the first Saturday in June. It Available for anyone 50+ years please give it to the Boy Scouts and attend the ceremony. was established to celebrate, improve and enjoy America’s magnificent trail system. We have an incredible trail system Liz Lange • (360) 279-4581 We celebrate Father’s Day the third Sunday in June which is with Deception Pass State Park. One can pick up a trail map at Senior Services Administrator June 17 this year. This is a day to enjoy time with Dad and the entrance of the park and enjoy the beauty of the park. We appreciate all he does for you. Did you know the first Father’s have a walking group that meets every Friday morning at Flint- Carly Waymire • (360) 279-4583 Day celebration was held in Spokane, WA May 18, 1910. Do you stone Park and walks city trails. Come join the fun and cama- Program Coordinator remember quotes and sayings dad had when you were grow- raderie. While on trail systems, one can bird watch, horseback ing up? Here are a couple of Dadisms–“Because I’m the Dad, Barry Wenaas • (360) 279-4582 ride, bike ride or even go geocaching. The American Hiking that’s why”; “Go ask your Mother”; “I haven’t developed grey Society is a strong advocate of National Trails Day. There are ref- Program Assistant hairs for nothing”. erences back to the 1980s and 1990s. Trail advocates, outdoor Send comments and suggestions industry leaders and politicians work to promote awareness to Red Rose Day is celebrated June 12. It is a time to enjoy and the nation's wonderful and extensive trail system. Happy trails appreciate America’s favorite flower, the red rose. The rose to [email protected] to you! is the most popular cut flower, but it is also the most popular flower in flower beds and around foundations of houses, We can celebrate International Yoga Day June 21, but at the garages and sheds. Are you aware each rose color sends a dif- Oak Harbor Senior Center we celebrate Yoga two days a week– ferent meaning to the recipient? Make sure you send the right Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:30. Yoga is a combination message. Nothing sends a message of love more clearly than of mental, physical, and spiritual exercise. Yoga is proven to help relax one and lower one’s blood pressure. International Yoga Day was promoted at the United Nations by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On Dec 11, 2014, the United Nations declared June 21, to be International Yoga Day–it was selected as it is the longest day of the year, and holds special signifi- cance in many cultures. Come out and visit us and see if yoga is for you.

Speaking of June 21, this year it is considered Summer Solstice; also 2019, but in 2020 it will be June 20. Summer Solstice is referred to as “Midsummer Litha.” As I stated in the previous paragraph–it is the longest day of the year. It is time for us to National grab our favorite beverage, sit on the beach and enjoy the Trail Day is season. For many of us it is all too short. W.I.G.S. celebrated June 2 In the month of June, you can have a special day to take your (Whidbey Island dog to work. It takes place the Friday after Father’s Day. And a red rose. Red Roses represent love, beauty, passion, courage you say “Why!?” They say every dog has its day. Of course, that Genealogical Searchers) and respect. Some of the other rose colors are: white for purity; assumes your workplace participates. It is sad to say but equal pink appreciation; yellow is joy and gladness; and a thornless Tuesday, June 12, 1–3 pm, rights for cats and other animals has yet to arrive. But, there is rose signifies “Love at First Sight.” 2720 Heller Road, Fire Station #25 a special Hug Your Cat Day which is celebrated June 4. If you are a cat lover you really get into this day. Most likely your cat Debbie Wallin will speak about How about Smile Power Day being celebrated June 15. Feel will not allow you to hug it very long. In my house the cats and Swedish genealogy research. the power and give everyone you see a big friendly “I like you” smile. You may, by smiling, turn someone’s day around. Are you dogs expect equal attention and the cats do not realize they All are welcome to attend. aware it is easier to smile than frown? It takes fewer muscles to are cats as they have been raised by the dogs. In some other Call Bobby O’Neal, 360-632-5591 smile than it does to frown. homes, the dogs have been raised by the cats. or email whidbeygensearchers@ What fun it is to start your day off with a Doughnut. Well, you gmail.com for more information. JUNE continued on page 3 can start the first day of June with National Doughnut Day.

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PSE continued from page 1 reach to customers who need help stay- ing safe and warm and continue our commitment to protecting the environment.” PSE has announced its commitment to reduce its carbon footprint 50 percent by 2040, and these partnerships are essen- tial to helping PSE create a better energy future. The Oak Harbor Senior Center Foundation is grateful to be a part of this commitment and partnership. We would like to extend a thank you to Puget Sound Energy for their pledge to provide the community with more awareness and engagement through these Power- ful Partnerships. The Oak Harbor Senior Center Foundation plans to use the awarded funds to benefit the Center and further the mission of the Center to provide a place for anyone over the age of 50 to find programs, activities, and services which support a positive, healthy, “Members of the Oak Harbor Senior Center gather around Walt Blackford, Puget Sound Energy Outreach Manager and active lifestyle. and Liz Lange, Oak Harbor Senior Center Senior Services Administrator to receive the Power Partnership Check”

JUNE continued from page 2 We have National Cheese Day which is celebrated June were lost. Please take a moment of silence today and 4. From breakfast to late night snacks, people enjoy thank the many soldiers who fought and died for our You may not believe this, but there is Sunglasses Day. It’s ample amounts of cheese. Americans consume around always June 27 as this is in the full swing of the summer. country. 31 pounds of cheese a year. Depending on who is The sun is high in the sky and very bright. counting, there are 800 to 1400 varieties of cheese to And a few other fun to note June dates: On June 29, you can celebrate Hug Holiday and Waffle choose from, classified by taste and texture. Celebrate Iron Day. You can give hugs to those who need it; give cheese day with a cheese tray and don’t forget the wine. National Gardening Exercise Day is June 6 hugs for health, friendship and support. After giving everyone a hug, sit down and enjoy a waffle or two. Waf- D-Day is celebrated June 6. On this historic day in 1944, VCR Day is June 7 fles are not just for breakfast–they are good for lunch allied troops invaded the beaches of Normandy, France. and dinner, too. A great dish is chicken and waffles. The It was the largest amphibious assault in world history Best Friends Day is always June 8 origin of the waffle dates back to the 1300s in Greece. and was the turning point of the war on the European The Greeks cooked flat cakes between two metal pans Theater. On this day, 156,000 troops from the U.S., Great Donald Duck has his day June 9. He first appeared June and then topped them with cheese and herbs. Britain and Canada stormed five beaches. Many lives 9, 1934, making him over 70 years old. Yes You Can! Book-a-librarian program at Rosario Skin Clinic Oak Harbor Senior Center YOUR DERMATOLOGY SPECIALISTS Develop skills for today’s digital landscape. Learn how to use the library catalog, access free digital resources available from Sno-Isle Libraries on your mobile device, and receive personal coaching from a • Board Certified library professional on a wide variety of library-related resources. • Mohs Surgery Oak Harbor Senior Center • June 14, July 12, & August 9 at 2 PM No registration necessary. • Cosmetic • Surgical Foot Care Services return to OHSC • Medical Starting Thursday, June 7, foot care will return to Oak Harbor Senior Center. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Please remember to wash your feet ahead of time and bring a large hand towel. Please call Oak Harbor Senior Center, 360-279-4580, to schedule an appointment

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June Whidbey Art Party: Deception Pass Come join professional painter Amy Hauser for a one of a kind art party! This month she will instruct you through “Deception Pass”. Absolutely no experience is necessary, anyone can join in the fun! Amy will A Night of Music and Dance with give you step by step instructions to create your very own hand painted canvas which is yours to keep. The Deception Connection All materials are provided in the class including the canvas, instructions, painting materials, and refresh- Friday, June 29 • 6:30 – 9:30 PM ments. Whether you are wanting to try something At the Oak Harbor Senior Center – 51 SE Jerome St. new or an experienced painter this class is for you! Join us June 6, 2018 from 6 – 8 PM at the Oak Harbor Senior Center. The cost is Appetizers and No Host Bar $40 for OHSC Members and $45 for Non-Members. To sign up, stop by the Oak Harbor Senior Center or visit whidbeyartparty.com. The Deception Connection has been together for 5 years playing a variety of dance music from classic rock, waltz, 50’s music, to pop rock. The band includes Steve Ellis on guitar and lead vocals, Jim Ducken on keyboard, guitar, and vocals, and Jimi Schle- July Whidbey Art Party: Sparkly Unicorn gel on drums and vocals. Outside of the band, Steve has been playing for many years Bring a grandchild, neighbor kid, or friend along for as a successful solo artist, knowing over 1,000 songs! Jim, also known as “Mr. Music” an intergeneration art party Thursday, July 19. Amy has owned and operated the music store in Oak Harbor for 25 years. Jimi has been Hauser will instruct both adults and children through touring for decades opening for well-known artists and prides himself as a dancer “Sparkly Unicorn,” a fun and vibrant painting for any friendly drummer. This is a night you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets in advance age. All materials are provided along with step by step at OHSC or pay at the door and join us for a night of music and dance. instructions and at the end of the night you get to take $15 for ticket home your very own hand painted canvas. This is a Can pre-purchase at OHSC, online https://squareup.com/store/oak-harbor- great chance to engage in a creative activity with your senior-center-foundation or pay at the door grandchildren! Want to paint but don’t have a child to bring? No problem, adults are welcome to join in the Proceeds go to the Oak Harbor Senior Center Foundation fun too. Come make lasting memories Thursday, July 19 from 6 – 7 PM at the Oak Harbor Senior Center. The cost is $30 for OHSC Members and $35 for Non-Members. To sign up, stop by the Oak Harbor Senior Center or visit whidbeyartparty.com.

Come find some treasures at our Community Garage Sale Community Garage Sale Saturday, June 2 • 8 AM – 1 PM The Oak Harbor Senior Center will be having their annual Community Garage Sale Saturday, June 2, 8 AM – 1 PM. There will be a wide variety of items to purchase from plants, games, material, décor, books, antiques, jewelry, to craft supplies and so much more! The bake sale will be back again this year because of high demand! Win Some Firewood! • Dry, Spilt, Alderwood, 16 inch long • 2 lucky people will win half a cord each • Must pick up • Must be a member of the Oak Harbor Senior Center to win Enter to win at the Oak Harbor Senior Center June 1-15.

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June360-279-4580 OAK HARBOR SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 9 Quilting 8:30 Yoga 9 Billiards 8:30 Yoga 9 Quilting Ping Pong 9 Billiards 9 Billiards 9 Lapidary 9 Billiards 9 Billiards Billiards 9:30 Enhance Fitness 9 Lapidary 9:30 Enhance Fitness 9:30 Enhance Fitness 9 Tai Chi 11:30 LUNCH 11 Mexican Train 11:30 LUNCH 10 Creative Writing 10 Walking Club Pinochle 11:30 Chess 12 Bunco 12:30 Party Bridge 12:30 Cribbage 11:30 LUNCH 10am-1pm: Pickleball 12:30 Ping Pong 12 Line Dance 12:30 Ping Pong 1 SVC History Class 12:30 Pinochle 12-1pm: Beginner Pickleball 1 Art with Dottie 1 Knitting & Crochet 2 Caregiver Support 1 Reiki Treatments 12:30 Line Dance 3 Clogging 1 MAC SIG (2nd. Tue.) (4th Wednesday) 2 Caregiver Support 1 Parkinson Support 2 Vision Impaired Group 5 Tai Chi 4 Pickle Ball (2nd Thursday) Group (1st Friday) (4th Tues) 2:30 S.A.I.L. 3 Guitar 2:30 S.A.I.L. 7 Wire Wrap 7Country Dance 3 Guitar (2nd Friday) 6 Pinochle June 15 6 Lapidary 6:30 Old Time Fiddlers 7 Stamp Club (2nd & 4th Tuesdays) 360-321-1600 or 360-678-3373 ISLAND SENIOR RESOURCES (BAYVIEW) ACTIVITIES www.senior-resources.org MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 10 Time Together 8:45 Advanced Tai Chi 9 Beginning 8:30 Men’s Bridge 9 –4:30 SHIBA (Statewide 11:45 Lunch Served 9 Foot Clinic – call (360) Line Dancing 9 Senior Striders Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) 12:15 Reader’s Theater 341-3210 for appt 10 Line Dancing 10 Time Together by appointment Rehearsal 10 Beginning Tai Chi 10 Quilters 1 AARP Tax Prep appts 10 Time Together 1 Mahjong 10 Time Together 10 Time Together recommended call 10:45 Fun Band Dancing 3 Afternoon Tai Chi 10:30 Tune In, Tone Up 11:45 Lunch Served (360) 678-3000 11:45 Lunch Served 10:30 Ukele with Talia 6:30 Bingo 6 Twilight Bridge 11:45 Lunch Served June 8 June 27 12:30 Lunch & Learn 1 Legal Consultations 11:45 Birthday cake and 2:30 Parkinson’s Sing-a-long Party (all are welcome) June 22 June 5 11:45 Blood Pressure Check 1 Legal Consultations 10 Parkinson’s Support Group at Trinity Lutheran Church June 12 Call Island Senior Resources for 10 Alzheimer's Support Group instructor contact numbers and information. DATES AND TIMES OF ALL SCHEDULED EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. IT’S ALWAYS ADVISABLE TO CALL TO CONFIRM.

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OAK HARBOR SENIOR CENTER smoking section in addition to many new SEATTLE CHOICE berry Lake. After that, enjoy a picnic lunch slots! You will also receive a $5 slot ticket Thursday, July 12 including fresh, local food selections. For more information, call the and a discount on the lunch buffet. Next, we will see Deception Pass from a 8 AM – 5:30 PM Travel Desk, 360-279-4587 new perspective on a guided hour-long Member: $40 • Non-Member: $55 SEATTLE UNDERGROUND TOUR boat tour. Price includes transportation, MYSTERY LUNCHES AND LUNCH AT 13 COINS Our semi-annual Seattle trip is a fun one picnic lunch, and boat tour. Thursday, June 7 Thursday, June 28 in summer! We will drop off at Westlake Tuesday, July 10 Center and Pike Place Market for all shop- UNWINED ON THE BAY 8:00 AM - 5:30PM pers with one pick-up point at Pike Place Thursday, July 26 Depart: 10:30 AM – Return: 2:30 PM Member: $58 • Non-Member: $70 Member: $20 • Non-Member: $30 Market. Walk the waterfront, visit the 4:45 PM – 9:30 PM Take a humorous stroll through store- Aquarium, ride the ferris wheel, buy a Member: $68 • Non-Member: $80 fronts and sidewalks entombed under sandwich at Beecher’s Handmade Cheese Come take a wine cruise that will feature Seattle when the city rebuilt on top of shop and enjoy a picnic in the park! Bring 15-20 different wines complimented by itself after the Great Fire of 1889! This 75 your grandchildren for a fun day! What- appetizers. Price includes transportation, minute tour begins in Doc Maynard’s ever you do, enjoy the sights and sounds of this exciting city! cruise, wine tastings, and appetizers. Public House, then spills into historic Pioneer Square, Settle’s Birthplace, before TULALIP CASINO MOUNT RAINIER plunging underground for an exclusive OR OUTLET MALLS Wednesday, August 1 AMERICAN CAR MUSEUM view of the buried city. The tour guides Tuesday, July 17 through Friday, August 3 Wednesday, June 13 tell you interesting, funny stories about 9 AM – 5 PM 8 AM (8/1) – 6 PM (8/3) 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM our pioneers. It’s history with punch lines! Member: $27 • Non-Member: $37 Member: Double-$425, Single-$545 Member: $64 • Non-Member: $78 After our tour, we will be driven to the It almost feels like a Las Vegas casino, Join us for this two-night, three-day trip new famous 13 Coins Restaurant (open Whether you’re a collector, an automo- great buffet, plus other attractions close to majestic Mount Rainier. Our first stop tive enthusiast, or just a fan of cars, this 24 hours daily) in Pioneer Square. The by. If you don’t feel like gambling you will be the historical Black Diamond museum will sure to spark your interest. original 13 Coins was built in 1967 in So. can shop the day away at the Seattle Pre- Bakery for a delicious no host brunch as You will be amazed by the number of Lake Union with a 2nd opening in 1976 mium Outlet Malls. we make our way towards beautiful Mt. cars they showcase. We also will have near SeaTac airport. We will have a reser- Rainier. Friday night the choice is yours, lunch in their Classic Café which features vation, but lunch is on your own. HIGH TEA WITH hot sandwiches, burgers, and floats. Price DEBBIE MACOMBER either take a scenic gondola ride to the summit and enjoy dinner at the Summit includes transportation and museum NOTE: The underground part of this Wednesday, July 18 entrance. No host lunch. tour has uneven walking surfaces, House Restaurant or dine in one of the stairs, and minimal lighting. For your 8:45 AM – 6:30 PM many options down at the base. The next Member: $75 • Non-Member: $90 ANGEL OF THE WINDS safety, please wear covered toe shoes. day, wake up and enjoy complimentary Tuesday, June 19 Also a 21% tip will be added to your bill Are you a Debbie Macomber enthusiast? breakfast at the Alpine Inn before head- 9 AM – 3:30 PM at 13 Coins because of a private area for This is your opportunity to meet her in ing to Northwest Trek for a day of sight- Member: $27 • Non-Member: $37 our group and a menu featuring 6 dif- person! We will head over to Port Orchard seeing. The third day, we will head over to Come see Angel of the Winds new non- ferent lunch items. via the Port Townsend ferry and have famous Paradise and have time to enjoy high tea with award winning author, nature walks, the visitor center, gift shop, Debbie Macomber. This is an exclusive and a no host lunch at the Paradise Inn. opportunity that does not come around Price includes transportation, two nights Y NEWS G BE R D O very often. 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MEAL SITES & HOURS ISLAND SENIOR RESOURCE CENTER (BAYVIEW) MARINERS GAME Take an adventure to the Outback you 14594 SR 525, Langley, WA 98260 Wednesday, August 22 will never forget on a 21-day experi- 360-321-1600 ence featuring the Great Barrier Reef, 9:30 AM – 7:PM Meals served Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, 11:45 am Melbourne, Alice Springs, and Sydney, Member: $93 • Non-Member: $115 Australia along with Christchurch, Franz OAK HARBOR SENIOR CENTER Let’s go cheer on the Mariners as they Josef, and Queenstown, New Zealand. take on last year’s World Series Champi- 51 SE Jerome Street, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Join us for an informational presentation 360-279-0367 (kitchen) or 360-279-4580 (Center) ons the Houston Astros. Price includes Wednesday, July 18 at 1 PM for more transportation, lunch buffet, and terrace Meals served Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 am details. club ticket. AMERICA’S MUSICAL HERITAGE: CAMANO CENTER CIRQUE DU SOLEIL VOLTA 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island, WA 98282 Friday, September 28 BRANSON, MEMPHIS, AND NASHVILLE 360-387-0222 12:30 PM – 7:30 PM Meals served Mon, Wed, Fri, noon Member: $135 • Non-Member: $150 April 3 – 11, 2019 Cirque is presenting their new show this Double: $2,895 • Single: $3,695 CAMBEY APARTMENTS year, Volta, which is full of talented per- This tour features St. Louis city tour, Show- 50 North Main Street, Coupeville, WA 98239 formers. We have booked exceptional boat Branson Belle, Clinton Presidential 360-678-4886 Ext 28 or 360-321-6661 ext 28 seats right in the heart of the action. The Library, Graceland, Grand Ole Opry, Coun- Meals served Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, 11:45 am show starts at 4 PM under the big top try Music Hall of Fame, and much more! tent at Marymoor Park. We will stop for a Includes ground and air transportation, late lunch on the way down to enjoy the BROOKHAVEN lodging, including 2 nights at the Opry- two-hour, action packed show. On the 150 4th Street, Langley, WA 98260 land Resort, and 13 meals. Join us for an way home, we will make a quick stop for 360-321-1600 coffee and ice cream. Price includes trans- informational presentation Tuesday, July Meals served Mon, Wed, Fri, noon; Thurs, 5 pm portation and ticket. No host lunch. 31 at 1 PM. EXPLORE TUSCANY COUPEVILLE METHODIST CHURCH, FIRST UNITED EXTENDED TRAVEL September 19 – 27, 2019 608 N Main St, Coupeville, WA 98239 OPPORTUNITES Double: $3,349 • Single: $3,649 360-678-4256 Meals served Wed, noon AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND: Explore the beautiful land of Tuscany on DISCOVER THE OUTBACK this 9-day tour featuring Montecatini HILLSIDE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH TO THE GLACIERS Terme, Florence, winery and cheese farm 874 Plantation Drive, Greenbank, WA 98253 tour, and a cooking class. Includes ground February 17 – March 9, 2019 360-222-3211 and air transportation, lodging, and 10 Double: $7,999 • Single: $9,949 meals. Join us for an informational pre- Meals served Wed, Fri, 11:30 am Includes ground and air transportation, sentation Wednesday, October 10, 2018 lodging, and 29 meals. at 1 PM. MENU - JUNE $5 Suggested donation for meals

ISLAND SENIOR RESOURCES WEEK 1 For more information, call 360-321-1600 or 360-678-3373 Fri 1 Hawaiian Chicken ISR provides transportation to/from Bayview Hall. WEEK 2 Clinton ferry pricing does not include walk-on ferry ticket Cascades National Park. Learn about Mon 4 Turkey Divan wildlife habitat and enjoy views of Tues 5 Salad Bar w/Variety of Veggies snow-clad mountain peaks, islands and waterfalls. Experience parts of the lake Wed 6 Chicken Burger w/Tomato&Lettuce hidden from view from roads or trails. Thurs 7 Chef's Choice Your tour will come alive with stories about the early explorers and settlers in Fri 8 Swedish Meatballs the area and the challenges of building WEEK 3 the three Skagit River Hydroelectric Proj- DIABLO LAKE AFTERNOON CRUISE ect dams and powerhouses. We’ll also Mon 11 Fish Sandwich w/Lettuce& Tomato Friday, June 29 see the panoramic view at the Diablo Tues 12 Supreme Pizza & Salad Leave Bayview Hall: 8:20 AM Lake overlook. We’ll stop for coffee and Leave Mukilteo: 9:30 AM treats in Darrington on the way up, and Wed 13 Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce Cascadian Farms on the way back down. Return to Mukilteo approx. 6:30 PM Thurs 14 Chef's Choice Members: $87 • Non-members: $92 Bring your camera as well as cash, sack lunch, weather appropriate clothing, Register by Friday, June 22 Fri 15 Barbeque Chicken and comfortable walking shoes. Fee Join us for a boat tour of glacier fed includes guide, transportation, and WEEK 4 Diablo Lake in the heart of the North admission to tour. Mon 18 Shepherd's Pie CASINO TRIPS IN 2018 Tues 19 Salad Bar w/Variety of Veggies All casino trips depart/return from Bayview Community Hall Parking lot. Wed 20 Chicken Cordon Bleu Bake Depart 9 AM • Return 4:30 PM Thurs 21 Chef's Choice Member: $35 • Non-member: $45 Fri 22 Meatloaf w/Tomato Topping SWINOMISH...... June 12 WEEK 5 TULALIP RESORT...... July 10 Mon 25 Sesame Chicken ANGEL OF THE WINDS...... August 14 QUIL CEDA CREEK...... September 11 Tue 26 Best Reuben Sandwich SKAGIT VALLEY...... October 9 Wed 27 Taco Salad w/Ground Beef SWINOMISH...... November 13 Thur 28 Chef's Choice TULALIP RESORT...... December 11 Fri 29 Pork Chow Mein Thank you for reading Island Times. Please support our advertisers. Please recycle this publication when you are finished reading it. 8 June 2018

SOUTH END Are You Getting Ready for Medicare? Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers Support Group Will you be going on Medicare in the next 6 months and/or want to know more 2nd Tuesday of the Month about Medicare? Come attend a free seminar presented by SHIBA (Statewide 10 AM – 12 noon Health Insurance Benefit Advisers) volunteers. FREE, no pre-registration required. Alder Room, Island Senior Resources For information, call 360-321-1600 ext 0 14594 SR 525, Langley, WA Contact: Mel Watson, 360-321-1623 This month, seminars will be held at: Parkinson’s Support Group ISLAND SENIOR RESOURCES (BAYVIEW): 14594 SR 525, Langley, WA 98260 1st Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11:30 AM Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 WA-525, Thursday, June 7 10AM Freeland Ave (at Woodard) Monday, July 16 10AM In the older building, in Grigware Hall Saturday, September 8 9:30 AM Contact: Mel Watson, 360-321-1623 Information will be provided on “basic” Medicare benefits as well as options for NORTH END additional insurance(s). Medicare parts A and B will be discussed. We will also Alzheimer’s Cafe cover the differences between “Medigap” (supplemental) insurance and the vari- 3rd Thursday of the month, 3 – 4 PM ous Advantage plans available on Whidbey Island. We will review benefits and Zorba’s Restaurant, 32955 RD 20, Oak Harbor, WA rates. Information about prescription drug plans will be included. If you want Contact: Sharon Morris 360-392-3934, and Karen Cowgill 360-279-2555 help with your drug plan, bring a detailed list of your drugs. Alzheimer’s & Dementia The Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offers unbiased and Caregivers Support Group confidential advising for Medicare benefits and insurance options. Counselors 1st Thursday of the month, 2:30 – 4:30 PM will be available to answer brief questions following the seminar. The seminar is Summer Hill Assisted Living, Oak Harbor, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Contact: Heidi Kuzina, 360-679-1400 or Karen Cowgill, 360-279-2555 about 2 – 2.5 hours long. Oak Harbor Caregiver Support Group 1 Individual Consultations: 2nd Thursday of the month, 2 – 3:30 PM Do you need more in-depth information about Medicare options? Advisors are Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 available for 1:1 consultation at three locations on Whidbey Island. Contact: Sande Mulkey, 360-675-5347 Oak Harbor Senior Center: Tuesdays Oak Harbor Caregiver Support Group 2 Call 360-279-4580 to schedule an appointment 4th Wednesday of the month, 2 – 3:30 PM. Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 WhidbeyHealth Medical Center: Wednesdays Contact: Sande Mulkey, 360-675-5347 Call 360-678-5151 to schedule an appointment Parkinson’s Support Group Island Senior Resources (Bayview): Fridays 1st Friday of the month, 1 – 3 PM Call 360-321-1600, ext 0, to schedule an appointment Oak Harbor Senior Center (Modular Building), 51 SE Jerome St, Oak Harbor, WA Contact: Eula Palmer 360-675-9894 Note: SHIBA volunteers work under the guidance of the Insurance Commissioner’s Office. Do you need a caregiver support group that is currently not available on Whidbey Island? Call Mel Watson, Director Adult Day Services, 360-321-1623

Learn the Basics of Social Security • How and when to apply for benefits Save the DATE • Types of benefits you may qualify for • Your Social Security rights • Benefits based on earnings, spousal earnings (current and former) • Survivor benefits for widow(er)s LABOR DAY WEEKEND This Island Senior Resources workshop will be presented by Annette Barca who has been conducting pre-retirement seminars for 15 years. Free. No pre-registration required. For more information call 360-321-1600 ext 0. www.OakHarborFestival.com Island Senior Resources (Bayview) Oak Harbor Senior Center 14595 SR 525, Langley, WA 98260 51 SE Jerome St., Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Thursday, June 7 1:30 PM Wednesday, June 20, 2 PM Monday, July 16 1:30 PM Wednesday, Sept 19 10:30 AM

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Allstate Property and Casualty Carla Jolly will talk about the Five Wishes-Living Will, ways to deal with Insurance Co., Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Co., Allstate Indemnity Co., Allstate Insurance Co., your health, and planning for you and your family. 2775 Sanders Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062 Northbrook, IL. © 2016 Allstate Insurance Co. July 24 Archeology Systems on Whidbey Island Gidon Cauffman, Oak Harbor City Archaeologist, has been interested in archeology since he was a young boy and earned his BA in anthropology from Washington State University. AT THE COUPEVILLE HUB • WEDNESDAYS, 12:30 PM – NEW START TIME Events begin at 12:30 p.m. at the Coupeville United Methodist Church, 608 N. Main Street at 7th St. Lunch is served every Wednesday at noon (suggested donation $5). •Independent Contact Carol Moliter: (360) 678-0636, [email protected]. Cottages Date Topic and Presenter June 6 BINGO! •Assisted Living Come play Bingo! Aging & Disability Resources will also be available from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. •Memory Care June 13 More Transportation! Chasity Smith, Director, Aging & Disability Resources and Family Caregiver Support Program at Island Senior Resources, will discuss local 1040 SW Kimball Drive transportation resources and how to use them. Oak Harbor June 20 What is Vermiculture? 360-279-0933 Sarah Bergquist, WSU Extension, will educate us about the benefits and www.regencywhidbey.com ease of vermiculture farming (worms - yes worm farming!) June 27 Don’t Fall! Robert May, WhidbeyHealth EMS Lead Paramedic, will explain in-home improvements to help reduce the incidence of falls by as much as 85%. It starts with getting rid of ladders, but oh so much more, can be done! Now 2 Locations ISLAND SENIOR RESOURCES (BAYVIEW) • TUESDAYS, 12:30 PM on Whidbey Lunch (optional) will be served 11:45 am – 12:30 pm (suggested donation $5) followed by a free presentation. See our menu section for what is being served for to serve lunch. Come eat, socialize, and learn! Date Topic and Presenter you. June 5 Meet the Doctor Whidbey Health Primary Care Freeland is very happy to welcome Dennis Rochier, MD to its island family. Dr. Rochier’s most recent position was Chief Executive Officer of Overlake Medical Clinics in Bellevue, WA. Voted Best Funeral June 12 Clear Mind Meditation allin Funeral Home Home On Whidbey Join Mel Watson in learning a simple meditation that, if practiced 2011, 2013, 2014, regularly, will help us to experience mental clarity and inner peace by & Cremation, LLC 2015, 2016, 2017 meditating on our mind. Everyone welcome, no matter your experience. (If weather is nice, we may enjoy this lunch and learn in the court yard). 8 6t e Oak Harbor 360-675-3447 inoainneraoeo June 19 Putting Your House in Order 5533 at Harbor oa reean 360-22-6600 ainneraoeo What happens when you or a loved one passes? How can advance planning remove stress from family and friends during times of loss, bringing peace to your mind as you walk through the decision-making process? Join Paul Kuzina from Whidbey Memorial in exploring these issues. ResCare Helping You June 26 NO LUNCH AND LEARN TODAY Stay At Home Disclaimer: Island Senior Resources (Bayview and the HUB) offers a variety of information, classes, HomeCare and presentations, but does not endorse any speaker or vendor. Presentations are meant as an Respect and Care at Home educational opportunity and no solicitation is allowed. We suggest attendees explore a variety of options before making any decisions regarding services. Island Senior Resources will not share your • Trusted, experienced in-home care for all ages information with any vendor or speaker. If you choose to share your contact information, this is at your own discretion. • Private Pay, VA, State Funded Care, DDD, Long Term Care Insurance • Personal care - help with daily living activities • Free, no obligation in-home assessment SUPPORT MEALS ON WHEELS • Respite care - much-needed relief for the primary caregiver Donate $5 at Senior Thrift or Island Senior Resources (Bayview) and receive an Serving South Whidbey Island Serving North Whidbey Island & Anacortes “I support Meals on Wheels” button. ResCare Home Care, Freeland ResCare Home Care, Oak Harbor Your $5 will pay for one meal for a senior. 360-331-7441 360-240-0044

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From the Executive Director of ISR HOW TO REACH By Cheryn Weiser, Executive Director, Island Senior Resources going forward. Do I need help? What kind? Who can help? How soon do I need the help? I assume that many of us are con- ISLAND SENIOR Asking for Help fronting the same realities. It’s hard to acknowledge we can’t How hard is it for us to ask for help? We spend our lives making do the same things we used to be able to do. RESOURCES every effort to be independent and responsible for our own lives, and then we encounter our later years that force us to Whether you rely on family, friends, or neighbors, you can For all departments and all confront our need for help. also reach out to us at Island Senior Resources (Bayview), or staff call 360-321-1600 contact one of our Aging & Disability Resources staff at any of Whether we have created an intentional ‘village’ or rely on a or 360-678-3373 our resource centers in Island County. Don’t be afraid to ask for loose network of family, friends, and neighbors, asking for help help. It’s truly a sign of strength, not weakness. Nutrition/Meals on Wheels is often a challenging proposition. Personally, I’ve noticed that it requires that I “own” my limitations. No longer can I strain or Aging & Disability Resources stress about being able to do certain chores. I must face into Family Caregiver Support my need for help. Free Seminar: Free and A recent example comes to mind. Not long ago, in the midst of Time Together Adult Day heavy rain, I noticed that one part of the gutters on my house Reduced In-Home Support CamBey Apartments was overflowing. In the past, I would have simply grabbed the Learn about Medicaid and pre-Medicaid programs avail- In Home Care ladder and taken care of the clog in the drain myself. However, able to provide care assistance, support, and equipment now, with various body parts not functioning quite at the for those who are both financially and functionally eligible. Case Management same level as the past, I needed to ask for help. Fortunately, my Presented by Aging & Disability Resources staff from Island Medical Transportation/ son-in-law came to the rescue. No more gutter overflow and I Senior Resources. For information call Monique at 360-675- Volunteer Services engaged in fall prevention, a primary cause of injury and death 0311. in seniors. Oak Harbor Senior Center: Thursday, June 7 • 1:30 – 3 pm SHIBA I am also doing my best to evaluate my tasks a little differently Senior Thrift 360-331-5701 For more information, visit Senior Farmers Market produce vouchers arriving in June! www.senior-resources.org By Debbie Metz, ISR Nutrition Program Director If you are 60 years old or older, and your is a limited supply and vouchers are first The Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition income is at or below $1,872/month come first served. If you live in Central Program (SFMNP) benefits both low- (for one person), or at or below $2,538/ or South Whidbey and have questions, OUR LOCATIONS income seniors and our local farmers; month (for two), you are eligible for the please call, 360-321-1600 or 360-678- Island Senior Resources (Bayview) program. Each person will receive $40 everyone involved has been delighted 3373 ext. 0. If you live in Oak Harbor and 14594 SR 525 with the outcomes! Local farmers sell worth of vouchers to take to participat- have questions, please call Monique Langley, WA 98260 more produce and seniors, who oth- ing markets to purchase fresh fruits and Olvera at 360-675-0311. erwise couldn’t afford it, can purchase vegetables. Vouchers are valid through October. Oak Harbor Senior Center (in collaboration with Oak Harbor Senior healthful, organic, fresh fruits and veg- Vouchers will be ready for pick up start- Center) etables. SFMNP began in 2001 and has ing Monday, June 11 at distribution loca- FARMERS continued on page 11 51 SE Jerome St been very successful each year. tions and times listed on page 11. There Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Camano Center (in collaboration with Camano Center) 606 Arrowhead Rd I cannot thank Camano Island, WA 98282 “ CamBey Apartments 50 N Main St you enough for all Coupeville, WA 98239 you have done to Senior Thrift 5518 Woodard Ave make me feel at Freeland, WA 98249 home here. For more information call: ” (360) 321-1600 or (360) 678-3373 Cliff RESIDENT ISLAND SENIOR RESOURCES BOARD OF DIRECTORS Cynthia Trowbridge: President June Nailon: Vice President Pending: Treasurer Karen Cowgill: Secretary Christina Baldwin Leo Baldwin Kathryn Beaumont Jill Brown Vickie Hagley Julie Joselyn Marie McElligott Chris Schacker We’d love to hear from you! Executive Director: Cheryn Weiser 360-679-1400 Please contact Island Senior Resources ASSISTED LIVING & SHORT-TERM STAYS (360) 321-1600 or (360) 678-3373 summerhillsenior.com if you are interested in applying to join the Board. Special interest in North-island applicants.

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FARMERS continued from page 10 Bayview Famers Market Bayview Corner, Hwy 525 and Bayview Rd Island Senior Resources eNews! Distribution Locations and Saturdays, 10-2 open now to October Join our email list and receive our new monthly eNews the last Friday of every month. It’s full of updates for the month ahead: sales at Senior Thrift, special events, classes, Times for Voucher Sign-Up South Whidbey Tilth Market trips, menus, and links to great articles. Sign up online at www.senior-resources.org. (bring identification) Hwy 525 and Thompson Rd Sunday 11 am – 2 pm open now to October Bayview: Mon-Fri, 10 am–2 pm Oak Harbor Farmers Market Hwy 20 just north of NE 4th Ave. Caregiver Challenges: Dementia Day-by-Day CamBey Apartments: (in the field next to Visitor’s Center) Mon-Thurs, 10 am–12 pm and 1–3 pm Knowledge and skills to help you care for those living with dementia Thursday 4-7 open now to September Facilitated by Kathleen Landel, The Caregiver Coach Oak Harbor Senior Center: Thursday, June 14 • 1:30-3:30 pm Mon, Wed, Fri, 9–11 am Island Senior Resources (Bayview), 14594 SR 525, Langley, WA 98260 LOOK FOR Class includes video, slides, and hands-on skill training using the Positive Approach Participating Markets to Care™ (PAC) developed by Teepa Snow and taught by a PAC Certified Trainer. Learn Coupeville Farmers Market THIS SIGN: to recognize unmet needs that often cause challenging behaviors. Practice skills to 788 NW Alexander (behind Sno-Isle Library) assist with tasks such as eating, standing, and personal care. Saturdays, 10-2 open now to October Space is limited. Registration is required. Reserve your spot today! Cost: $15 Register at www.thecaregivercoach.info • Email [email protected] 360-321-1600 • www.senior-resources.org Come Quilt, Knit or Sew! Every Wednesday at 10 AM Free Early Stage Memory Loss Seminar Island Senior Resources (Bayview) Are you experiencing memory loss? Attend this seminar for those experiencing 14594 SR 525 (at Bayview Rd), Langley mild memory loss and their loved ones. Learn the basics of dementia, planning for Bring your handwork, cutting, or sewing the future, and strategies for coping and communication. Registration required call machine. Come sit, sew, laugh and share. Kenna Little, 206-529-3868. Lunch is available or bring your own. For Oak Harbor Senior Center: Thursday, June 21 • 1-4 pm more information call Donna Lee, 360-341- Island Senior Resources (Bayview): Thursday, June 28 • 1-4 pm 3240.

JUNE at SENIOR THRIFT STORE HOURS Mon – Sat: 10am – 5pm • Sun: 11am – 5pm 5518 Woodard Ave (just north of Main St), Freeland, WA 98249 360-331-5701 Donations gladly accepted from opening Some Fun Band members today until 4 PM daily except Wednesdays

We have items on sale every day. See our website for full sales calendar: MUSIC FOR YOUR SOLES www.senior-resources.org/thriftstore Music stirs you to move and the Fun together even if it meant they just Band at Island Senior Resources will have played the kazoo along with the piano, Saturday, June 2 20% off Furniture you humming, foot tapping, or getting washboard, and washtub bass. Almost up to dance. You just can’t resist! 30 years ago, as it grew to a full band, Sunday, June 17 20% off 1 item “Every Friday something magical hap- with vocalists, it moved to Island Senior Happy Father's Day! pens. I sit at our reception desk at Island Resources and has kept folks on their Senior Resources and refrains of music feet ever since. Saturday, June 23 20 off Sleeveless/short fill our space. People come to listen or Every Friday, at 10:45 AM the Fun Band sleeve shirts, tank tops, dance, drawn in by tunes of yesteryear. plays at Island Senior Resources (Bay- and shorts Folks from Time Together begin to drift view). Tunes vary each week but are down the hallways, stepping in time. I always a wide variety of favorites, which Wednesday, June 27 20% off Dresses start humming and feel like dancing. include, among many others, Raindrops If I’m feeling at all glum, the Fun Band Keep Fallin’ on My Head, Fly Me to the Every Tuesday in June $0.99 T-shirts changes my heart and head for the Moon, Moonriver, Tennessee Waltz, Lady whole day!” (Evy, Island Senior Resources of Spain, and the Pennsylvania Polka. Every Friday in June 25% off Books Friday Receptionist) After the music, you can stay for lunch The Fun Band has been a South Whidbey and socialize. ($5 meal donation tradition for over 40 years. It started in requested if you can). Langley as an all-girls “hobo” band (a band of all community volunteers both Come listen. Come Dance. Come Sing- People caring about people. amateurs and professionals). They all a-long! It’s free, and it will light up your shared a common joy of playing music day. Highly skilled professionals providing physical, occupational, Some Fun Band members in 1979 and speech therapies. 24 hour compassionate nursing care. Dedicated to our community. Family owned and operated since 1986.

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VILLAGE continued from page 1 because I knew I needed this personal oping relationships that supported all viral, and Cynthia traveled nationally, as village and that I would be a dependable members. “I have children and grand- well as up and down the island, helping theology and hospice chaplaincy experi- friend whom people could count on, at children far away. I have younger and others establish such heartfelt conver- ence, moved into the house next door to least as much as I wanted to count on older friends. I needed a group of peers sations in their personal villages. The me. In the following months and years, I them.” committed to conversations about how booklet is available free in Kindle format have watched Cynthia steadfastly build on Amazon or through the resources Cynthia modeled the work and energy we were going to walk the rest of our life her village. section of www.thecircleway.net. it takes to make a village. People come journeys.” “When I arrived here I knew only two here and join a church or religious group, The model was so successful that Cyn- NEXT MONTH—we continue this conver- people,” she said. “I remember you join a community organization, look for thia wrote a booklet, “The Circle Way sation about creating a personal village provided a list of options for the logisti- employment or volunteer opportuni- for Proactive Aging.” The booklet went as we age or care for elders. cal level, and as we had similar tastes, ties, talk with neighbors and begin find- values, and income limitations, I pretty ing their affinity patterns. A village is much followed your recommendations. dynamic, shifting, and constantly seeks WEB LINKS TO INFORM & INSPIRE… Over time that list became the basis of equilibrium between the needs of the When you have a few quiet moments, visit senior-resources.org/weblinks. There, my own networking that I have passed individual and the collective. As she you will find web links to resources that will provide information and shine a light of on to many other newcomers.” Villages walked through this journey, Cynthia inspiration to help you navigate today and tomorrow. Each month we will add new have always been good at this kind of began practicing an adage we’ve shared resources, so keep checking back. You can also reach the links from our homepage word-of-mouth referral system. over the years: ask for what you need www.senior-resources.org and click “Links” in the upper right corner. Cynthia, now 75, looks out the window and offer what you can. of her Freeland home. “I remember a few This month you will find: “In the early days, I put myself out there, weeks into settling, you took me to an experimenting with where I could • 10 Ways to Deepen Your Connections with Others event and introduced me to a man who belong, and seeking to find or establish became my next friend. He reached out • Why a Village? How to build your village and what is world village consciousness my circles of support. I’d follow up when and hugged me like we’d known one I met someone who interested me, go • How Social Connections Keep Seniors Healthy another for years. That genuine greeting out to coffee and have a conversation gave me a sense of Whidbey as a truly • For Caregivers: The Importance of Relationship Building for Senior Health where we could explore a bit more.” friendly place where I would be wel- comed into belonging.” All relationships are based on a social contract, but in common culture, much “Whidbey offered me a chance to design of the time that contract is unspoken. Community meals do more than feed my own community as I never had When we ask, and when we are asked, Our community meals, served in seven locations, are open to everyone; you don’t before. I knew that no one friend could we can be clear with one another. This have to be a senior to enjoy our great food. We are your neighborhood restaurant be everything for me. I needed a variety takes resilience, but has many benefits. serving warm, nourishing, healthful food. We nourish your body as well as your sense of people: playmates (those who like of belonging. One of the great joys in sitting together is the opportunity to make new day-tripsping, concerts, movies, jigsaw A few years after she arrived, Cynthia friends. Come join us. You are always welcome! puzzles), philosophers (people I could took the idea of social contracting to a have deep conversations with), chicken deeper and even more rewarding level. We ask for a $5 donation to help support the cost of a meal, but no one is turned soup makers (those who know how to She called together a group that became away for inability to pay. We support many in our community who need our help with jump in and tend others in trouble), and “a circle of caring,” a bi-weekly gathering nutritional support but are unable to donate to cover their meal. The average dona- common interest folks (good food, writ- of about a dozen people who explored tion we receive is under $3. The meals cost us closer to $9 to prepare and serve. For ing, concern for marginalized people). issues of conscious aging. They used those who can afford to donate more than $5 we look to you for your support. Help The process seemed selfish at first, and a circle group process of checking-in us feed all those who need us. I felt awkward about it—but I persisted around a specific question and devel- See our meal site locations, hours and menu in Island Times each month.

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