DAWN RN, Parish NurseTrinity Lutheran Church Bend, OR
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BEND PINOCHLE CLUB     
 COME JOIN US!!    Please Call 541-389-1752 for more information.
 Golden Age Club of Bend   40 S.E. 5th Street    11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Double Deck on Wednesday/Single Deck on Thursday & Friday
  • Cash prizes for top 5 scores and lowest score.
  • Daily fee to play is $3.00. 
  • Most members participate in the daily potluck by bringing a dish to share; such as an entrée, a salad or a dessert. 
  • Membership required after the first three visits.
  • Membership:  $24.00 per year or $2.00 for each month remaining in the calendar year.
Scam and Fraud Prevention (This information is from Partners In Care class taught by
Ellen Klem, JD  
Director of Consumer Outreach and Education for the
Office of the Attorney General of Oregon
Here’s the link to our website – www.oregonconsumer.gov
Hotline Number – 1-877-877-9392
PLEASE connect with the Department of Justice, website/phone number above for any questions and/or concerns. Blessings!
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SHIBA program, The Council on Aging's (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance)
 (541) 678 5483 is a great resource - Volunteers offer free, unbiased and confidential assistance with Medicare Insurance choices.
Connect on their website: https://www.councilonaging.org/find-help/medical-resources/medicare-counseling/

Wonderful Opportunity for Assistance for Caregivers and/or Seniors! 
 Alzheimer's Association: Learn about real-life experiences of individuals living with Alzheimer's or another dementia and their caregivers, share what resources are available, and identify any needs or service gaps within our community.  (Much more information on the Dementia Page)
 Please call 800 727 3900 or link through Title
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Council on Aging of Central Oregon ~ Much assistance available - multiple resources in community, printed and/or online at www.councilonaging.org Their local phone number is: 541 678 5483.
​ Please call for information regarding Meals on Wheels, In - Home Caregiver Assistance, Housing Possibilities, Medicare Assistance, etc.  

Assisted Living Research Institute for Seniors -  Great Information for Things Assistance for Seniors. Specific Pages for Veterans, Disabled, Dementia Citizens for All 50 States, various Cities.
Link for Oregon - https://www.assistedliving.org/oregon/
Resources Listed: 
  • VETERAN RESOURCES
  • DISABILITY RESOURCES
  • COST OF ASSISTED LIVING
  • SENIOR LIVING
  • MEMORY CARE
  • INDEPENDENT LIVING
  • CARE HOMES
  • RESPITE CARE
  • NURSING HOMES
  • ARTICLES

This site even offers product reviews for equipment, specific to Seniors:
  • BED RAILS
  • BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORS
  • DENTURE ADHESIVES
  • EXERCISE EQUIPMENT
  • HEARING AIDS
  • HOYER LIFTS
  • LAPTOPS
  • MEDICAL ALERTS
  • MOBILITY SCOOTERS
  • PRESCRIPTION SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES
  • PROSTATE SUPPLEMENTS
  • SHOWER CHAIRS
  • SMARTPHONES
  • TABLETS
  • WALK-IN TUBS
  • WALKERS
  • TABLETS


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  Bend Senior Center             (Activities links below)
 Fitness Classes: Please check this website link:   https://www.bendparksandrec.org/fitness-swim/bend-senior-center-fitness/

Bend Senior Center Social Activities!
Social activities have returned to Bend Senior Center at Larkspur Community Center, including billiards and drop-in game times, with more programming coming soon.  See schedule for details.

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Central Oregon THRIVE:
Connecting Individual Needs to Community Resources
Our in-depth knowledge of resources include:​
  • Housing
  • Food
  • Shelter
  • Health care and insurance
  • Employment
  • Disability support
  • SSI/SSD
  • Senior support
www.thrivecentraloregon.com     
  541-728-1022 (Phone assistance is available Monday - Friday) or Email: info@thrivecentraloregon.org
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Feet Retreat: Please call Dawn Unze, RN (541) 788-4785 for an appointment, info & fees or go to their website: www.OregonFeetRetreat.com. (Toe Nail Clipping) They are available in some of the Assisted Living Facilities, your Home or Clinic Time. Also in Prineville, Madras, LaPine, Redmond, and Sisters - call for info and Appt. 
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