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Island Senior Resources - September 2024 eNews
Serving Whidbey and Camano islands
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Greetings Neighbors!
This month every donation to ISR will be matched dollar-for-dollar by a generous local donor. Please support the essential work of ISR today. Click here to donate now.
Early autumn is a great time to connect with others. You can join or volunteer in our program ISR Connects – C3.
Announcements
- Don’t miss our upcoming C3 events: games afternoon, “Let’s Move Together” exercise class, and an Oak Harbor Walking Group listed on our website home page.
- Shop Haggen in Oak Harbor Sept 4 - Oct 15 and support ISR's Meals on Wheels
- ISR is a resource center for assisting older adults and caregivers, and we help connect you to local activities that seniors and caregivers will enjoy. Learn more at our online Activity Hub. There you will also find our free downloadable monthly activity books for seniors and caregivers
New blog posts (click to view)
- Aging in Place: Are You Prepared? – What is realistic as you consider aging in place
- Aging-in-Pace Home Modifications – a list of home modifications for safe aging in place
- What Comes Around – a sweet story from a community member about the full circle of gratitude
Please let others know your thoughts, raise questions, or add information in the comments section of any blog post.
You CAN make a difference.
There are lots of opportunities to volunteer for ISR. Let us know your interest: 360-321-1600.
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Request Assistance for Yourself, a Friend, or Neighbor
Serving Whidbey and Camano islands
Island Senior Resources offers an array of programs and services. All programs and services information can be found here.
Getting started? Need assistance finding exactly what you need? Click on the item below to navigate to the section of our website best for what you need.
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We are here to speak with you and help you find answers to your questions. You can request assistance for yourself, a friend, or a neighbor. Ways to request help:
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Island Senior Resources is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3) that has been serving Island County since 1972. Island Senior Resources is the trade name for Senior Services of Island County. | |
Some of our upcoming events that we want to bring to your attention are shown below. You can always view all events on our online calendar. | |
Games! Every second Wednesday of the month! | |
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Support Groups
We provide Support Groups for caregivers, and Parkinson’s. Attend a free, professionally facilitated Support Group.
Learn More
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Memory Cafes
Oak Harbor First United Methodist Church is offering Memory Cafes in Oak Harbor. To learn more call 360-321-1600. To see dates and times click here.
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YOUR GIFT FUNDS OUR DAILY WORK
Now and through October, every donation to ISR will be matched dollar-for-dollar by a generous local donor until we have redeemed the $100,000 challenge fund. So far, we have redeemed $76,000 from the fund through matched donations. Please support the essential work of ISR today. Click here to donate now.
Ways to give:
- Online: make a one-time or monthly gift. Click here to get started.
- By check: mail a check to Island Senior Resources, P.O. Box 939, Freeland, WA 98249.
- By phone: send a text to the number 53555 with the word ISRCARES (must be all CAPS) and you can easily make a gift in minutes right from your phone in our “text-to-give” system.
- Pledge: use our secure online service to do your pledge. Learn More.
- IRA, Stock Giving, Planned Giving, Donor Advised Funds and more: Explore the many ways to give (click here) or contact Charles LaFond, ISR Director, at 360-210-3011 anytime and he will help you make a gift. If you prefer you can email Charles at charles@islandseniorservices.org.
To learn more about the impact of gifts to ISR:
Questions? To meet one-on-one with Charles LaFond, book a meeting time on his calendar, call Charles at 360-210-3011 or charles@islandseniorservices.org. You can also contact Don Hall, Development Associate at 206-305-0003 or don@islandseniorservices.org.
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The Activity Hub
Looking for something fun to do? Check out our online guide to resources offering activities for older adults. There is so much to do in Island County from gardening to theater, classes to hikes, lectures to recreation, and more! Check back regularly as we continue to add to this list.
Learn More
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Activity Books
Stimulate thinking, creativity, and mental engagement through puzzles, word games, mazes, and more. New books every month. To download click here.
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See. Hear. Now. Join our Board
Island Senior Resources has openings on our board of directors. This could be your opportunity to lend your ideas and voice to how we can help seniors in Island County. For more information about our board, contact Jan Bahner, ISR Board President at 360-321-1600 or email jan.bahner@islandseniorservices.org
For more information about Island Senior Resources, contact Michele Cato, Executive Director, at 360-321-1600 michele@islandseniorservices.org
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Attention South Whidbey Residents
In-Home Suites are a community solution to the affordable rental crisis. Underutilized spaces in existing houses are an untapped resource.
Learn More
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ARTICLES & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | |
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ISR Blog
New articles each month to help you with the joys and challenges of aging.
Visit the blog
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Healthy Aging
Join Charles LaFond at his potter’s wheel, his kitchen, and his outdoor wok as he honors the benefits and challenges of aging on Whidbey and Camano Islands. (Film produced and donated by Chris Douthitt).
Watch Video
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Volunteer
Volunteering is highly satisfying, good for your health, connects you to others, and makes a huge difference in someone’s life. We have many volunteer opportunities available.
Learn More
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Private In-Home Providers Directory
Not sure who to hire for odd jobs around the house? Or maybe you are in search of a caregiver who is the right fit for your family member and will provide you with some much-needed respite time. Our Private In-home Provider (PIP) directory might have just the person you need.
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Medical Equipment Lending Library
Island Senior Resources has free medical equipment lending libraries for medical equipment, assistive devices (wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc.), and hygiene products/personal care items including disposable underwear, pads, wipes, bed pads, no water shampoo, body wash, and more.
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Nutrition Programs
Eating well is key to a robust immune system and maintaining health and well-being. Savor nutritious meals at home from Meals on Wheels or delight in conversation and lunch at a Community Meal. Learn More.
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Senior Thrift
Senior Thrift offers new and lightly used clothing, furniture, household goods, outdoor items, tools, crafts, books, jewelry, and children’s items. Visit our housewares department and year round Christmas room.
Proceeds from sales at Senior Thrift support ISR programs.
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Island Senior Resources
P.O. Box 939
Freeland, WA 98249
Phone 360-321-1600
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Senior Thrift
5518 Woodard Avenue
Freeland, WA 98249
Phone 360-321-1600
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