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10 April 2018

From the Executive Director of ISR HOW TO REACH

By Cheryn Weiser, Executive Director, Island Senior Resources we talked about proposed federal cuts to programs impacting ISLAND SENIOR
Perched on a little hill near Freeland, spring is always a time seniors such as:
when I enjoy a view of billowing, and sometimes threatening, • support of low-income housing, RESOURCES
clouds offset by splendid periods of sunshine and warmth. I • SHIBA (the State Health Insurance Benefits Advisers Pro- For all departments and all
think the bookends of spring weather offer a bit of a metaphor gram),
for life at Island Senior Resources this spring. staff call 360-321-1600
• educational programs in support of caregivers and those or 360-678-3373
Each day as I sit in my office at the Senior Resource Center in trying to be more adept at managing chronic disease, and
Bayview, I am aware of a growing number of younger seniors Nutrition/Meals on Wheels
(Baby Boomers) finding their way to us to learn about resources • nutrition programs like Meals on Wheels. Aging & Disability Resources
needed to attend to an older loved one, get advice about Medi- • The proposed federal budget for 2019 has a stunning
care or Social Security, borrow a walker or wheelchair from our number of $0’s for programs affecting seniors. Family Caregiver Support
lending closet, or take advantage of our Lunch & Learn series. Despite these threats, we, at Island Senior Resources, choose to
Islanders are coming in to see our staff at Bayview, at the Oak do everything in our power to remain a constant in our com- Time Together Adult Day
Harbor Senior Center, or the Camano Center in record num- munities and be an unwavering resource for seniors, despite CamBey Apartments
bers! the odds. Great credit goes to our phenomenal staff and vol- In Home Care
Far from our lovely Whidbey shores, there are threatening unteers that make all of what we do possible. Case Management
clouds in Washington, D.C. that could upend our ability to April 15-21 is National Volunteer Week. As you look at your
respond to the growing number of seniors and those caring spring and summer activities, consider joining us. Bring some Medical Transportation/
for them in Island County. In a recent conversation with non- sunshine and make a difference in the lives of seniors in Island Volunteer Services
profit leaders in Island County and Congressman Rick Larsen, County!
SHIBA
Senior Thrift 360-331-5701
DRIVE FOR CHANGE For more information, visit

What is the Island Senior Resources Drive CamBey Apartments (Coupeville) donate online at www.senior-resources. www.senior-resources.org
for Change? It’s a way you can create (please visit www.senior-resources. org or send a check to Island Senior
change with your change. org for location addresses) Resources, with “Drive for Change” in the OUR LOCATIONS
• Collect your change memo. You can also help us spread the
Every penny makes a difference. You Island Senior Resources (Bayview)
• Ask others to help can help us reach our goal of $10,000 word by posting “I support the ISR Drive 14594 SR 525
for Change” on Facebook. Encourage
• Bring your change to Island Senior this year (that’s 1,000 meals, hundreds others to participate. Langley, WA 98260
Resources of rides, or hours of care for seniors and
adults with disabilities). Every donation, big or small, helps us Oak Harbor Senior Center
Drop off locations: (in collaboration with Oak Harbor Senior
If you use debit or credit cards for all help seniors and adults with disabili- Center)
Island Senior Resources (Bayview) your expenses and don’t get much ties, their families, and caregivers. Your 51 SE Jerome St
Senior Thrift change, you can still participate. You can change can change their life. Oak Harbor, WA 98277

Camano Center
(in collaboration with Camano Center)
DRIVE SAFE DRIVE SMART 606 Arrowhead Rd
I explore. Camano Island, WA 98282
Take the new AARP smart driver course CamBey Apartments
I discover. Saturday, May 5 • 8:30 am – 4 pm Coupeville, WA 98239
50 N Main St
Island Senior Resources (Bayview)
I matter. • Refresh your driving skills; understand 5518 Woodard Ave
Senior Thrift
the new rules of the road.
Freeland, WA 98249
• Learn driving strategies to help you For more information call:
stay safe behind the wheel.
(360) 321-1600 or (360) 678-3373
• This class may save you money on
your car insurance.

• There are no tests to pass. ISLAND SENIOR
RESOURCES BOARD
• Lunch not included.
Cost: $15 AARP members, $20 for non-AARP members. Registration required. OF DIRECTORS
Call 360-321-1600 or 360-678-3373.
Cynthia Trowbridge: President
June Nailon: Vice President
Wendy Gilbert: Treasurer
Karen Cowgill: Secretary
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Leo Baldwin
Kathryn Beaumont
Jill Brown
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Executive Director: Cheryn Weiser
We’d love to hear from you! MATTHEW IVERSON
360-679-1400 360-675-5978 Please contact Island Senior Resources
466 NE Midway Blvd,
Oak Harbor, WA 98277 (360) 321-1600 or (360) 678-3373
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