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July 2024 Newsletter

Date: 7/1/2024
Subject: July 2024 Newsletter
From: Sunita Garg

2024 July Newsletter

Dear friends,

As summer is in full swing, we have some exciting updates and events to share with you this month. Inside this issue you will find information about the following:

Resource list provided by Evening Star End-of-Life Doula Services
Some glimpses from our June picnic at Rood Bridge Park
Information about the bus trip to Seaside beach
July meetings
Other events of interest

Preparing for End of Life : A Conversation with Evening Star End-of-Life Doula Services

Maryann Giunta and Deanna Hagy of Evening Star End-of-Life Doula Services, LLC gave a talk on local resources and education on lesser-known end of life options like home funerals, family directed death care, legacy work and vigil planning.

To see the list of resources presented, please click End of Life Planning Resources.

In addition, they have followed up with the following information:

Here is some information about whole body donation - this first blurb is on the Mt. Scott Funeral Home site - we aren't connected to them, but we like their wording about whole body donation and what to look out for:

Organ, Tissue and Body Donation(overview)

Here are the two places in OR (that we know of) where folks can donate their body for medical research:

Western University Body Donation Program

OHSU Body Donation Program

Here is information about organ, tissue & cornea donation:

Donate Life Northwest

Multi-generation Picnic at Rood Bridge Park:

Our picnic at Rood Bridge Park was our most successful event yet, with a fantastic turnout. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the potluck meal-it was a hit! Everyone had a great time playing Antakshari, Topple and Bingo. Here are some of the pictures of the event:

Bus Trip to Seaside Beach:

ASIO is planning to have a fun-filled day trip by bus to Seaside Beach following are the details:

When: Thursday, July 11, 2024.

Pickup will be at 9:15 AM

Drop off at 6:30-7:00 PM

Where: Apna Chat Bhavan

Cost: $25.00 for members, and $30.00 for non-members, for children under 10 years at $10.00.

Wow! the bus is full, with names on the waiting list. If you plan to go and do not have a reservation, please check with Mr. Bhatiaji at his WhatsApp +919810993001.

Meetings:

Beaverton City Library

12375 SW 5th Street

Room A

Sunday, July 28, 2024

Time: 2:30pm - 4 pm

Beaverton, OR 97006

Talk by Dr. Poothullil on the Roles of the “Good” and “Bad” cholesterol on Healthy Living. He is the author of many books. To find more about Dr. Poothullil, please Click Here.

Bethany Meetings

Every Wednesdays (Please note - no meeting on July 3rd.)

Chinmaya Haridwar Hillsboro

Time: 6:15 to 7:45 pm

Join our meetings to connect with friends and enjoy a variety of activities, including songs, jokes, Bingo games, and informative talks by experts.

Note: First time attendees may kindly confirm with organizers about meeting place through WhatsApp +1(217) 370-5066 or 1 (503) 935-7614.

Other Events:

Bingo Games

Every Monday and Thursday Evenings

Time: 5:00 to 6:00 PM PST

Join with What’s App group
Contact - 1-503-935-7614(What's app calls only).

Please note - no money exchanged. These games are organized for only Fun, Fun, Fun ...

For more information contact: Dr. Kantilal - 1-217-370-5066 or Mr. Krishnamurthy - 1-503-935-7614 (What's app calls only)

Laughter Yoga by Vishwanath Shetty

Monday through Friday (except on Wednesdays) from 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm at Findley Elementary School. First time attendees please check with Mr. Vishwanath Shetty through WhatsApp +91 99160 51805.

We hope to see you all at our meetings.

Best regards,

ASIO Planning Committee

ASIO Mission:

Building a thriving, strong and supportive community for seniors of Indian origin by staying engaged, connected, and informed.

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