WHEN THE UNEXPECTED OCCURS TO YOU OR AN OLDER LOVED ONE Bob BaileyInformation and Referral Specialist As an Information and Referral specialist for the Council on Aging of Central Oregon, I interact with dozens of people each week. In fact, most of my new relationships begin when an older adult–or someone who cares for one–undergoes…
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The Rewards—and Risks—of Caregiving for Mom Anni Hmalar With Mother’s Day approaching, I cannot help but think about the woman who brought me into this world and parented me. And I cannot help but recognize how with age and illness our roles have reversed. My expanded relationship with her, as a primary caregiver, has brought…
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Oregon has one of the highest suicide rates in the U.S., ranking 14th in the nation. While youth suicide prevention efforts have gained momentum in Central Oregon in recent years, such as through the Hope and Help Education Series, the older adult population is struggling. White men over the age of 85 have the second…
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Spring is a time of growth, and continuing to grow is an essential part of healthy aging. But it takes a community effort to ensure there are opportunities for growth in older age. In Central Oregon, more than a quarter of the population is over the age of 65. So how do we support healthy…
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Make 2019 a year of kindness. Here are 5 things you can do to support the older adults in your neighborhood, family and community.
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Freezing temperatures don’t have to bring our bodies to a standstill. Staying active during the winter can be difficult, but there are plenty of creative ways to keep moving while staying warm and dry inside.
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