The Community for Positive Aging

06/18/2026

The Hollywood Senior Center and all CfPA offices are closed tomorrow, Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. While we will not be open there are plenty of opportunities around Portland to engage in this national holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States.

Explore Juneteenth events around the city: https://everout.com/portland/events/?category=juneteenth

06/17/2026

After retiring from driving a bus for TriMet, Paul Bigler was ready for a new routine. In 2015, he found the Community for Positive Aging.

He started knitting with a group and, with encouragement, began helping others learn to crochet. He has been part of the knitting group ever since.

For Paul, CfPA is about belonging. “I’ve never felt like a stranger,” he says.

Whether attending Stone Soup lunch on Fridays with his wife, going to a movie, or joining a class, Paul describes CfPA as “an oasis” that brings comfort and connection later in life.

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A small monthly gift can make a lasting difference. By becoming a monthly donor, you'll help ensure older adults have reliable access to nutritious food, transportation, social connection, and supportive services all year long. Join our community of sustaining supporters today. Donate today at: https://www.mightycause.com/give/Community-For-Positive-Aging

06/16/2026

✨ Staff Spotlight: Anna Xu ✨

Anna Xu, CfPA Asian Programs Coordinator is kind of a big deal! Last weekend, Anna began a monthly Chinese Homestyle Cooking Demonstration series at Lan Su Chinese Garden. In addition to all the incredible work she does to serve Asian elders in Portland, Anna volunteers her time and talents to share her culture with garden visitors. During her first demo last weekend, Anna taught folks how to make bamboo leaf dumplings for the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival.

Catch one of Anna's demos on the second Saturday of each month, from 11am - 12:30pm, now until December. The demo is free with general admission to the garden. As an added bonus, you will have the chance to purchase Anna's cookbook, "Taste of Home, Where the Heart Belongs" with all proceeds coming back to CfPA!

Looking for more ways to support CfPA programs like our Asian Programs? Help write the next chapter for local older adults by making a gift today. Donate at: https://www.mightycause.com/give/Community-For-Positive-Aging

06/15/2026

Thanks to our friends at The Northwest Catholic Counseling Center for shining an important light on .

For a full list of support programming, both for elders and caregivers, check out our events calendar: https://www.communityfpa.org/events-calendar

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. While this is a heavy topic, it is a vital conversation for the health and safety of our entire community. 💜

Often, instances of elder neglect or emotional strain are deeply connected to unaddressed caregiver burnout. Caring for an aging loved one is a profound act of love, but it can also be physically, financially, and emotionally exhausting. When caregivers are overwhelmed, isolated, and lacking support, their own mental health suffers, which can inadvertently strain family dynamics.

At NCC, we believe that recognizing caregiver stress is a crucial step in preventing elder abuse and protecting our elders' right to safe, dignified care. If you are a caregiver feeling overwhelmed, please remember: seeking help is a sign of strength. You cannot pour from an empty cup.

We are proud to stand alongside our friends at The Community for Positive Aging . They are an incredible local, age-positive hub offering resources and no-cost, donation-based services that empower elders and caregivers to learn, connect, and grow.

How to get support today:
🧠 For mental health support and navigating caregiver burnout, reach out to us at NCC.
nwcounseling.org
🤝 For community resources, social connection, and elder programs like
➡️ Conversations On Aging group (meets last Wednesday of the month)
➡️ Dementia Caregiver Resources group (meets third Thursday of the month)
connect with the Community for Positive Aging.
https://www.communityfpa.org/

06/09/2026

To kick off Pride Month, we were lucky to host a stop on the book tour for Crossing Paths: Q***r Moments That Changed Everything, edited by Paul Iarrobino.

This anthology features meetings that can happen anywhere—on a bus, at work, or while shopping. Once in a while, these moments feel like magical, life-changing encounters and this book highlights both real and imagined paths of love, mentorship, and friendship.

In a time when efforts to undermine or erase q***r existence persist, these narratives illuminate q***r joy and foster meaningful conversations.

Thank you to all the authors who came out to tell their story and to for ushering in this newest anthology!

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06/04/2026

💛 Thank You APINet (Asian Pacific Islander Network) of Oregon Department of Human Services! 💛

A heartfelt thank-you to the APINet group at the Oregon Department of Human Services for their generous financial donation to the Asian Food Pantry (AFP) at the Community for Positive Aging.

Their support helps us continue providing culturally familiar groceries and essential community support to low-income Asian seniors in our community. Contributions like this make a meaningful difference in helping our elders age with dignity, connection, and care.

We are deeply grateful for community partners who believe in the importance of culturally specific services and food access for Asian seniors.

Thank you for supporting our mission! 🥢❤️



💛 感謝俄勒岡州人類服務部 APInet 團隊的支持！💛

衷心感謝俄勒岡州人類服務部（Oregon Department of Human Services）亞裔及太平洋島民員工網絡 (APInet) 團隊慷慨捐款支持 Community for Positive Aging 旗下的亞裔食物銀行（Asian Food Pantry, AFP）。

這份支持幫助我們持續為低收入亞裔長者提供符合文化需求的食品與社區服務，讓長者能更有尊嚴、更有連結地安心生活。

我們非常感謝支持文化特色服務與食物平權的社區夥伴。謝謝您們與我們一起關懷社區長者！🥢❤️

#亞裔食物銀行 #社區關懷 #支持長者 #食物平權 #文化服務

06/01/2026

The Powerful Tools for Caregivers class series helps caregivers take better care of themselves while providing for a friend or relative. By taking care of your health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions are held once a week and led by experienced class leaders. Participants are given The Caregiver Help book to provide additional caregiver resources. Virtual sessions are Tuesdays, July 7th-August 11th 11:00am-12:30pm, email [email protected] or call/text 971-354-6562.

05/26/2026

This Saturday, we had the pleasure of attending the Urban League's Annual Fashion Show! It was such an incredible afternoon, and such a joy to witness every model who strutted their stuff from ages four to ninety four.

Huge shout out to everyone at for producing such a wonderful event. We can't wait for next year! 👠

05/18/2026

A wonderful field trip to the Rhododendron garden! It was a perfect day to enjoy the magnificent blooms together 🌸

Interested in joining a future field trip on our passenger van? Check the newsletter for upcoming trips and be sure to register early as spots fill up!

Have a recommendation for where we should go? We are all ears, so let us know at [email protected]

05/14/2026

When our folks are prepared, our community is stronger! 💪

Earlier this week, Laurel with Multnomah County Health Department's Behavioral Health Division facilitated a naloxone training for CfPA volunteers. Thanks to Laurel's time and extensive knowledge-sharing, 13 of our volunteers can identify the signs of an opioid overdose and are now trained to administer a life-saving remedy.

We want to extend sincere gratitude to our friends with the Multnomah County Older Adult Behavioral Health Team! It was an incredible gift to offer this opportunity to our volunteers!