Leita Appreciation Month
By: Laura Peterson, For The Mountain Times
Let’s start with hearty congratulations and thanks to the amazing Leita Bibler-Thomas, who just marked her 11th anniversary working here at the Senior Center!
This woman is a quiet powerhouse of cheerful kindness, organization, and productivity. The title of Assistant Director doesn’t even come close to describing all the things she handles here. I like to call her Superwoman, but she won’t let me put that on her cards … yet.
Thank you, Leita, for being such a wonderful and helpful coworker to me, and a joy to all who are lucky enough to encounter you. You are the backbone of this place (aptly described by one of our long-time volunteers), and we’re all grateful for you. Cheers!!
ENERGY FUNDING ASSISTANCE
We are in a new cycle of funding to help folks with their winter heating costs. Give us a call and we’ll fill you in on income requirements and set up a time for you to bring in the necessary info. We’ll take care of all the paperwork. The program runs to April 15, or as funding allows.
- Anyone who is 60 years old and over can apply any time.
- Beginning in November, households with children 6 years old and under can apply.
- Beginning in December, any household in Clackamas County can apply.
The funds are here, let’s get them to you! This can cover electric, propane, and wood purchases.
WRITER’S GROUP
Do you enjoy creative writing, or do you want to give it a try? There is a warm, friendly group that gathers here every third Thursday of the month 1:00p.m. – 2:30 p.m. to discuss writing of all kinds and genres. All ages are welcome, and they even provide coffee and treats. You can just listen and observe, or you are free to share your writing with the group if you’d like. This is a supportive gathering, so whatever is comfortable for you is perfect here.
FUN DAY TRIPS, PAST AND FUTURE
Hoodland Senior Center loves hitting the road! We had a full bus head over the hill to Hood River to enjoy the absolutely gorgeous Autumn sunshine. Fun stops at fruit stands, orchards, and a super tasty BBQ lunch made for a really enjoyable day for all.
There are a bunch of fun day trips planned for November and December – Yummy lunches, Christmas Bazaars, Christmas lights at PIR, all in addition to our helpful shopping trips to Sandy and Gresham.
To find out more, give us a call and we’ll send you our newsletter. Besides being full of information, it’s a fun read (yet another thing Leita does!).
‘TIS THE SEASON
It may be time for you to check with your doctor or local pharmacy about flu and Covid vaccines. The word from CDC is it’s gonna be a tough year with these bugs – everyone please be safe and healthy!
Hoodland Senior Center is located inside Mt Hood RV Village
65000 E Hwy 26 in Welches. 503-622-3331 / hoodlandseniorcenter.org
Mon-Thurs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.