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Senior News
August 2022
Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Avenue, Ashland OR 97520
Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 3:30pm 541-488-5342 tty: 711
AshlandSeniorCenter.org seniorinfo@ashland.or.us
Thoughtful End-of-Life Planning AARP Oregon Funds Outdoor
Wednesday, August 17, 1-3pm Venue for Ashland Seniors
Free, but registration is required: 541-488-5342
or seniorinfo@ashland.or.us Communities across
Oregon are working to
The value of end-of-life planning becomes become more livable for
increasingly important as we age. Join us to discuss residents of all ages. As
what to consider for end-of-life planning, the part of that effort, in July AARP Oregon
important steps to take, and the function of each announced the Age-Friendly Communities Grants,
document you prepare. with four grantees being awarded from across the
Below are three questions to think about: state, including Ashland Senior Services Division.
• What key questions or issues do you need to This grant will support building an activity space in
address when completing end-of-life planning? Hunter Park next to Ashland Senior Center for
• Do the important people in your life know your expanded programming for seniors and other
wishes and desires, especially when facing community events. The plan, developed with input
potential terminal or chronic illness? from instructors and the Ashland Senior Advisory
• Will your support person be ready to honor and Committee, is to replace the sloped lawn with a
carry your decisions out when that time comes? flat decomposed granite floor to provide a safer,
more versatile surface for activities and events.
We will talk about individual hopes and dreams for Seniors will be able to enjoy more outdoor
end-of life and about having the crucial discussions programs, and social connections can thrive even
with the people who are important to you. when the pandemic prevents indoor gathering.
Presented by Dwight Wilson, Executive Director The AARP grants fund innovative projects that
of Celia’s House in inspire change in transportation, public spaces,
Holmes Park. diversity and inclusion, civic engagement, and
The first 45 registered more. “AARP Oregon Age-Friendly Communities
participants will receive a free Grants seek to help communities like Ashland
copy of Meditations on Life ~ become great places for people of all
Death, a book and CD of backgrounds, abilities and ages, especially people
music, readings and art 50-plus,” said Bandana Shrestha, AARP Oregon
contemplating life’s most State Director. “We know that quick-
profound journey. Donated action projects like these can spark innovation and
by Voces Novae of Indiana. catalyze long-lasting change.”
Featured Activities & Classes
See page 3 for our full calendar of activities and classes. We highlight a few programs in each newsletter, or
you can view full details in the Ashland Parks and Recreation Summer Playguide at ashland.or.us/register.
Ask about our scholarships. All activities occur at Ashland Senior Center, unless otherwise noted.
Zoom Yoga Pack Your Go Bag Now!
Thursdays, August 4, 11, 18, & 25, 9-10am
During fire season, all Ashland
$20/4 classes
residents must be ready to
Register: 541-488-5342 or ashland.or.us/register
evacuate on short notice. ASAC
Enjoy a weekly yoga practice from the comfort of member and CERT volunteer
your own home! Instructor Cheri Theobald will Cori Frank has prepared a model
teach you how to increase strength, flexibility and Go Bag to help you prepare. The bag and contents
balance while simultaneously alleviating stress and will be on display August 10-17 at Ashland Senior
fatigue. Additional benefits of yoga include an Center during regular open hours. Stop by to take
overall sense of well-being and an increase in self- a look, and pick up a checklist for your own go bag.
awareness and self-acceptance. Ability to get up
Learn more at ashland.or.us/CERT. For questions,
and down from the
contact Cori at 209-559-6392 or jtf4cf@gmail.com.
floor is required.
Cheri also teaches two
in-person yoga classes
at Ashland Senior ASAC Update
Center on Wednesdays,
9:15 or 10:30am. At the July 11 meeting of the Ashland Senior
Advisory Committee, Dr. Steven Hersch of
Asante Ashland Community Hospital
Line Dance presented their work to become an age-
Mondays, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 1-2:30pm friendly hospital, including training,
At the Grove Gym protocols, a special ward, and recruiting a
$15/5 classes new gerontologist to the Rogue Valley.
Register: 541-488-5342 or ashland.or.us/register ASAC also discussed the impact of City
budget cuts on delivery of senior services.
Line Dancing is a great way
to keep your brain on its ASAC will meet next on September 12, 3:30-
toes! It enhances balance, 5:00pm, via Zoom. All meetings are open to
provides fitness and the public. The agenda will be posted on
strength, and improves ashland.or.us/APRCAgendasAndMinutes.
mental acuity through ASAC welcomes public input! Please submit
complex movement. No comments to seniorinfo@ashland.or.us or
partner needed. 541-488-5342.
Instructor: Lynn Roberts
RVCOG Food & Friends is now serving lunch Mon-Thurs,
11:30am-12:30pm. Info & reservations at 541-488-9850.
Senior Activities Calendar
August 2022
All events occur at Ashland Senior Center unless otherwise noted
(G) The Grove (P) By Phone (Z) Zoom
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1 2 3 4 5 CLOSED
9:30a Int Tai Chi (G) 9:30a Discussion 9:15a Gentle Yoga 9a Gentle Yoga (Z) 11a Insurance Asst (P)
11a Computer Tutor Group 10:30a Gentle Yoga 9:30a Beg Tai Chi (G)
11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch
1p Line Dance (G) 1p Cribbage 2pm Young at Art 1p Mah Jongg
1p Movie 1p Spades
8 9 10 11 12 CLOSED
9:30a Int Tai Chi (G) 9:30a Discussion 9:15a Gentle Yoga 9a Gentle Yoga (Z) 11a Insurance Asst (P)
11a Computer Tutor Group 10:30a Gentle Yoga 9:30a Beg Tai Chi (G)
11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch
1p Line Dance (G) 1p Cribbage 1p Mah Jongg
1p Movie 1p Spades
15 16 17 18 19 CLOSED
9:30a Int Tai Chi (G) 9:30a Discussion 9:15a Gentle Yoga 9a Gentle Yoga (Z) 11a Insurance Asst (P)
11a Computer Tutor Group 10:30a Gentle Yoga 9:30a Beg Tai Chi (G)
11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch
1p Line Dance (G) 1p Cribbage 1p End-of-Life 1p Mah Jongg
1p Movie Planning Presentation 1p Spades
5:3op Dementia
Caregiver Group
22 23 24 25 26 CLOSED
9:30a Int Tai Chi (G) 9:30a Discussion 9:15a Gentle Yoga 9a Gentle Yoga (Z) 11a Insurance Asst (P)
11a Computer Tutor Group 10:30a Gentle Yoga 9:30a Beg Tai Chi (G)
11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch
1p Line Dance (G) 1p Cribbage 1p Mah Jongg
1p Movie 1p Spades
29 30 31
To reserve your
9:30a Int Tai Chi (G) 9:30a Discussion 9:15a Gentle Yoga
space for
11a Computer Tutor Group 10:30a Gentle Yoga
Food & Friends
11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch 11:30a F&F lunch
in-person dining,
1p Line Dance (G) 1p Cribbage
please call
1p Movie
541-488-9850.
Patron Spotlight: Beverly & Dana Bonner
Beverly and Dana Bonner are frequent patrons at Ashland Senior Center.
They met in Sacramento while both were working for the California Youth
Authority. Dana is originally from Boston and had served in the Air Force.
He had formerly been the Regional Parole Officer in this part of California.
Beverly, originally from Sacramento, went on to become an expert witness
for juveniles, traveling, researching and testifying about whether juveniles
should be tried as adults or minors. Dana helped by driving Beverly to her
job sites, as he was already retired by this time.
Dana and Beverly moved to Ashland in 1989 to enjoy OSF and the arts
scene. They have been attending Senior Center events, movies and the
Food & Friends lunch for many years. Beverly was active in Line Dance
and is now taking Tai Chi. Their favorite recent event here was the Britt Orchestra Fellows Quartet in June.
Interested in being featured? Please contact us: 541-488-5342 or seniorinfo@ashland.or.us.
WEEKLY MOVIE MATINEES
Showtime 1:00pm
TUESDAY, August 2: Spotlight (2hr 1min) 2004 PG-13
The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and
cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core.
Stars: Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachael McAdams, Live Schreiber, Stanley Tucci
TUESDAY, August 9: Darkest Hour (2hr 5min) 2017 PG-13
In May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to
negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.
Stars: Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Ben Mendelsohn, Lily James
TUESDAY, August 16: The Old Man and the Gun (1hr 38min) 2018 PG-13
Based on the true-life exploits of bank robber Forrest Tucker, this serio-comic tale recounts his
daring escape from prison at age 70 and the long string of heists that preceded the bandit's final
arrest at age 78.
Stars: Robert Redford, Casey Affleck, Danny Glover, Tika Sumpter
TUESDAY, August 23: Spanglish (2hr 11min) 2004 PG-13
When a beautiful Mexican housekeeper, Flor, is hired by a rich Los Angeles family, everyone's life
is upended in hilariously zany ways
Stars: Adam Sandler, Tea Leoni, Paz Vega, Cloris Leachman
TUESDAY, August 30: Bringing Up Baby (1hr 42min) 1938 NR
Love runs wild for a hapless scientist and an unstoppable heiress in Howard Hawks’ classic
screwball comedy. With her eye on paleontologist David, heiress Susan lures him to her home,
where hilarity ensues with pet leopard Baby and more.
Stars: Katherine Hepburn, Cary Grant, Charles Ruggles
Closed Captioning always offered when available.
Thank you to our Friday movie sponsor:
July Ice Cream Social
Your Donations Help
Thank you to everyone who made our Ice Cream
Social on July 13 such a fantastic and fun event! To Local Seniors
our generous sponsors Village at Valley View, our
We welcome your tax-
wonderful performers (Ashland Brass and the
deductible donation to
Broadway Boomers), all our amazing volunteers
Ashland Senior Center. Please visit
(Bobby, Brady, Esther, Kathy, Mike, Patty, Rob,
ashlandseniorservices.org and click on the
Tim, and Zara), and everyone who attended!
green donation button at the upper left. Or
It was such a treat to be back in person with you all, mail a check made out to Ashland Parks
after 2 years, for this beloved annual tradition. Foundation to: Ashland Senior Center, 1699
Homes Ave, Ashland OR 97520.
Community Programs
Age Wise Age Well
Senior Peer Counseling
Age Wise Age Well is accepting new clients.
Residents of Jackson County who are 55yrs+ and
experiencing challenges related to aging may
benefit from this free counseling service offered by
Community Volunteer Network. Both phone and
home visits are available.
Together with your trained peer counselor, you will
set goals to help cope with transitions and set a
schedule for weekly sessions. Sessions focus on
common issues of aging such as:
• Loss of health
• Change in functional abilities
• Maintaining independence
Seeking Large Print Books • Depression/anxiety
Ashland Senior Center is seeking more LARGE • Loneliness/social isolation/grief
PRINT books for our Free Library. Please bring • Stresses related to caregiving
donations to the Center during our business Call to sign up or volunteer (55yrs+): 541-646-3402
hours of M-Th, 8:30am-3:30pm. Thank you,
and please spread the word!
Bridge Group Forming
We also accept donations of
regular books and recent Local senior Ina Dickenson is
magazines. Sorry, but we seeking others to start a fun,
cannot accept more jigsaw duplicate style bridge game. Time
puzzle donations at this time. and location to be determined.
Contact her at inadickenson@gmail.com.
Senior Services Division
1699 Homes Avenue
Ashland, OR 97520
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
Thank you to our August sponsors!
And thank you to ALL our amazing volunteers and instructors
who do so much to support seniors every month.
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