MSSC 2023 Retirement Symposium

Are you thinking of retiring soon? Do you even have it scheduled? Have you recently retired and have some questions? I have gotten so many calls and questions on various aspects of retirement that I decided to throw a party – an information party! Join us on Saturday, October 21^st for a day of workshops, conversations, and classes.  There are multiple classes at each time throughout the day so take a look and register for which ones fit your needs best. The event is free but sign up for an optional lunch for $15 – Chef Dominic will be whipping up some of his famous favorites!  You can click HERE to register for the day or click on the individual links below to reserve your place in specific sessions. 

Read below for individual topics and registration links. Please call 503-625-5644 with questions or more information. 

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Chair Yoga

Linda John

10am, Large Classroom

Join us for this gentle and safe yoga practice in a chair.  You will move though physical postures, breathing practices, and short meditations to harness the relaxation and emotional benefits of yoga. This yoga practice will support and build balance, strength, mobility and executive functions of the brain. Beginners and all fitness levels welcome.

Click HERE to register.

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Kicking into Gear – How to Safely Start Moving & Exercising

Matt Weissebach, Evolve Physical Therapy

10am, Lounge

This talk is for newly retired older adults and those approaching retirement within the next five years. Our featured presentation will focus on safely initiating a regular exercise and movement routine without the risk of injury. Additionally, we will explore how physical therapy and exercise can effectively address and alleviate long-standing pain issues that may have developed over one's working years. Join us at the Sherwood Senior Center for an enlightening discussion on aging gracefully and maintaining optimal well-being through the power of movement and fitness.

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Matt Weissbach is originally from Canada and graduated from Queen’s University (2002) and the University of St. Augustine (2017). He has over 20 years of working as a physical therapist, coach, teacher, and consultant.  Currently, he is co-owner of Evolve Physical Therapy where their focus on “Active for Life” applies to everyone. Evolve Physical Therapy looks at you today, tomorrow, and in the future to allow you to be involved in the activities that you love.

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How to Have a Successful Transition from Work to Retirement

Joan Laguzza, MSW, LCSW

10:30am, Large Classroom

We work hard for decades with the idea that once we've retired, we can thoroughly enjoy ourselves and finally begin doing the things that will make us happy, like travel, or start new hobbies, or volunteer in our community.  However, removing the structure that working provides can sometimes leave us feeling deflated, purposeless, and life can begin to feel empty.  Sometimes things don't go as we hoped they would.  If we are not paying attention, we can experience mental health challenges.  This talk will help you prepare for the transition from work to retirement and give you tips for managing and maintaining mental well-being through the process.

Joan Laguzza, MSW, LCSW is a clinical social worker licensed in the State of Oregon by the Board of Licensed Social Workers, holding bachelor's and master's degrees in social work from Radford University. She also presents on various mental health topics surrounding aging here at the center and throughout Oregon. Joan is an experienced advocate, creative problem solver, and empathic listener. She has a depth of knowledge and experience working with older adults that is invaluable.

Click HERE to Register. 

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Retirement: Making Your Money Last

Christine Leffler, Edward Jones

11am, Lounge

Join us for Retirement: Making Your Money Last with Edward Jones Financial Advisor Christine Leffler. We'll discuss ways to help you work towards achieving your retirement goals – what matters most to you. A key focus will be how to provide for your income needs, including your retirement income for the future. We'll also explore how to address important concerns such as inflation, health care expenses, market volatility and unexpected events. Participants will receive a workbook to use to personalize the information to their own information.

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The Modern Senior Center: Engagement, Connection, and One Hell of a Good Time

Maiya Martin Burbank, Marjorie Stewart Senior Community Center

11am, Pearl Room

There is often the stigma of senior centers as places where only “old people” go and hang out. Today, this simply is not the case – senior centers can be vibrant with community classes, games, exercise, parties, and more! Learn from our own Senior Community Center manager how things are changing along with the evolution of generational needs and interests.

Maiya Martin Burbank has been the manager of the Marjorie Stewart Senior Community Center for the past five years. In that time, she has emphasized the importance of providing programs and activities that fit the real, every day needs of older adults in the community. She emphasizes individual support through connection to community and the importance of delicious, fresh-cooked meals to bring people together. Maiya has worked with older adults for more than 20 years and advocates for older adult visibility as the City of Sherwood liaison for the Senior Advisory Board.

Click HERE to Register.

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Downsizing & De-cluttering

Ben Richards

1pm, Lounge

Some of the benefits of downsizing are stress reduction, saving money, and improving well-being. There are some challenges too – how do you decide what to keep and what to let go of? How do you emotionally cope with the decision fatigue and other emotions that can arise throughout the process? We’ll discuss practical tips for downsizing and de-cluttering as well as breaking down the process into lists, organizing by category, and creating a long-term plan for de-cluttering. We’ll also take a look at some resources that are available so you can walk away with tools and resources to start your own de-cluttering journey.

Ben Richardson is the Managing Principal Broker with Chastel Real Estate and a passionate Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®️). He has over 23 years of experience in residential real estate and is licensed in Oregon and Washington. Helping seniors with their major transitions is his calling. Ben has a comprehensive understanding of the many issues and scenarios that seniors face when transitioning to a new home. He can guide them through the process, making the transaction less stressful and more successful. Ben does presentations to community centers and senior living communities all around the Portland area with the goal of helping seniors live their best life.

Click HERE to Register.

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Medicare 101

Washington County SHIBA Volunteers

1pm, Large Classroom

Have questions about Medicare? Attend a Medicare 101 to learn about Parts A, B, C, and D and to learn other Medicare basics. Bring general questions to ask during the presentation. If you have a personal question, there will be counselors available after the presentation for one-on-one counseling.

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Retirement Support – Changing Relationships

Joan Laguzza, MSW, LCSW

1pm, Pearl Room

For many people, developing social connections happens without much extra effort.  We form natural and casual communities with people we spend the most time with - our coworkers.  When we stop working, this sense of camaraderie and community can be difficult to find. Come together to talk about how to develop and maintain friendship and connection with others once we leave the workplace.

Joan Laguzza, MSW, LCSW is a clinical social worker licensed in the State of Oregon by the Board of Licensed Social Workers, holding bachelor's and master's degrees in social work from Radford University. She also presents on various mental health topics surrounding aging here at the center and throughout Oregon. Joan is an experienced advocate, creative problem solver, and empathic listener. She has a depth of knowledge and experience working with older adults that is invaluable.

Click HERE to Register.

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Retirement Support – Who am I Now?

Joan Laguzza, MSW, LCSW

2pm, Pearl Room

In conversation, one of the first things we are asked when meeting new people is “What do you do?” For many of us, we are defined by the work that we do and who we are connected to in the workplace. When we retire, it can take some adjustment to feel comfortable in our skin and in our purpose. Meet with others who are facing similar challenges to talk about this life experience. This session is guided by Joan Laguzza, who provided clinical oversight for the Marjorie Stewart Older Adult Mental Health Programs.

Joan Laguzza, MSW, LCSW is a clinical social worker licensed in the State of Oregon by the Board of Licensed Social Workers, holding bachelor's and master's degrees in social work from Radford University. She also presents on various mental health topics surrounding aging here at the center and throughout Oregon. Joan is an experienced advocate, creative problem solver, and empathic listener. She has a depth of knowledge and experience working with older adults that is invaluable.

Click HERE to Register. 

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Aging Attitudes: How beliefs about aging impact your health and what you can do about it

Kera Magarill, Washington County

2pm, Lounge

What comes to mind when you think of aging? Do you think of thriving diversity and growth or debility and disdain? Research tells us that our beliefs about aging impact how well and how long we live. In this program, learn where our ageist beliefs come from and how to identify them in our lives. Start to uncover and reset your own internalized negative age beliefs by debunking age myths. Get an easy-to-use tool to become a paradigm-shifting, narrative-changing champion of aging for yourself and future generations.

Kera Magarill, a behavioral health specialist with Washington County Department of Health & Human Services. She holds degrees in human service, non-profit management and is honored to be serving her community in her current role as an Older Adult Behavioral Health Specialist with Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services.

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Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA)

Washington County

2pm – 4pm drop-in, Lounge

Do you have questions about what Medicare plan is right for you in 2024? Do you need assistance with changing your Prescription Drug Plan or your Advantage Plan? Trained and certified Medicare counselors with the SHIBA program can help. They will answer your questions and help you weigh your options so you can choose the right plan for you.

Drop-In

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From Retirement Dreams to Reality: Preparing for Life's Curveballs

Corey Kearsley & Katie Gurney-Kearsley, Prepare Your Affairs

 3pm, Large Classroom

Join us in 'From Retirement Dreams to Reality' as we explore turning retirement dreams into a secure reality. Discover essential tools for handling life's unexpected challenges and embracing your retirement with confidence, resilience, and peace of mind.

Prepare Your Affairs is a small business created to help families get their end-of-life affairs in order so that when an accident or illness changes their future, surviving family members can live with confidence, peace of mind, and in full control of their lives. The company was founded by Sherwood residents Corey Kearsley and Katie Gurney, who both lost previous spouses to cancer in 2016.  They created Prepare Your Affairs to prevent the unnecessary anguish and life disruption they and others experienced that could have been prevented had families made proper end-of-life preparations prior to the passing of their spouses.

Click HERE to Register.

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