Oregon Cascades West Senior Services Foundation

10/30/2016

In Oregon approximately 17% of senior are hunger challenged - they either do not have enough to eat or the food is insufficient to provide the kind of nutrition to keep them healthy. Oregon Cascades West Senior Services Foundation raises funds to help meet this need. Check out their website to see other ways you can make the life of a senior better. www.ISupportSeniors.org

09/09/2016

Homewatch CareGivers have given us 5 steps to avoid the onset of dementia. Keep those brains active!

Our brains need fuel supply and activation to survive. Here are 5 steps you can take every day to engage your brain.

09/03/2016

"How Things Work" has posted a quiz to test your knowledge of the aging of humans on Facebook. How did you score?

http://health.howstuffworks.com/…/aging-proc…/aging-quiz.htm

08/30/2016

Sometimes having to accept help is harder than giving it. When discussing care, it is important to make your loved one feel respected and still in control. Read more on how to make your loved one feel safe during those difficult conversations.

08/27/2016

Very early dementia may cause changes in personality and behavior—in ways that have nothing to do with memory loss, according to researchers who presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Toronto reports REAL SIMPLE magazine. This interesting article lists some of the 34 questions prepared for doctors to evaluate the patient for early signs of dementia. Just follow this link: http://www.realsimple.com/health/preventative-health/dementia-early-signs?xid=soc_socialflow_facebook_realsimple

08/25/2016

A crafty way to show you care.

One of the best gifts you can give to someone that has Alzheimer's is a Busy Blanket (or Fidget Blanket) . No need to make it too large, lap size will do. Just make it colorful with lots of textures; add zippers and gadgets, etc. This will help with sensory stimulation and keep their hands busy while occupying their mind to reduce the potential of agitation

credit : activitiestoshare.co.uk

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08/05/2016

Have you wondered if a loved senior family member might need help? Here's a graphic showing some signs that this senior is struggling and needs assistance. Here are the signs:

*Medications that are expired or need to be refiled. *Piled up dirty laundry and dirty bed sheets.
*Stale or expired foods in the fridge, freezer, and/or pantry.
*Favorite pets do not seem well tended to.
*Unpaid bills, late payment notices, traffic tickets.
*New scratches on the car, out of date license or registration.

If you are seeing these signs, contact Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments and find out what services are available right here in our community. Benton and Linn Counties 800-638-0510
or 541-967-8630

Lincoln County
800-282-6194
or 541-336-2289

Information and graphic from Homewatch Care Givers.

06/02/2016

Dads are very special people, and here is an invitation to you to make your Dad's Father's Day an event to remember. Don't lose your spot - call now and make a reservation. You can also pay a visit to the charming ocean town of Newport.
Can't make this event? You can also contribute to several services through the Senior Services Foundation that help seniors stay in their homes. Just click on the "DONATE" button the the Foundation's website (ISupportSeniors.org)and pick what services to which you'd like to donate.

05/23/2016

Get to know a senior! You'll learn a lot and receive lots of laughter as your reward. If you can help a senior out with providing a meal through the Oregon Cascades West Senior Services Foundation, that blessing will return to you ten-fold. Through other services support by the Senior Services Foundation, you can also help with companion needs.

05/20/2016

Stop the Senior SNAP Gap!

The problem is straightforward — millions of seniors are facing hunger in America, and while many of them are eligible for key federal benefits like SNAP, they're not enrolled in the program. That means financial support for seniors in need is left on the table. Speak up now to close the Senior SNAP Gap — all it takes is one Tweet. -Message from Feeding America.

05/08/2016

Happy Mother's Day!

05/06/2016

SUNDAY IS MOTHER'S DAY

Is your mom one of those special people that have everything? Why not honor your mother with a gift given in her name that will help another senior who is struggling to stay in their home. Maybe they are hunger challenged, need someone to provide safe visits, or need help with transportation to medical appointment.

The Senior Services makes it easy for you to give. Just go to www.ISupportSeniors.org. You'll be given lots of option (want to give to the Corvallis Meals on Wheels Program - you can do that!)

Honor your Mother - Support a Senior!

Helping fund senior programs in Linn, Benton and Lincoln Counties