Molalla Adult Community Center Newsletter

Newsletter Updates

Reverse Mortgage Seminar

Thursday, June 12, 2008
10:30am to 11:45am
Molalla Adult Community Center
Guest Speaker: Paul Pomeroy

Learn about the benefits and features of a Reverse Mortgage. Here are some of the advantages that will be covered in this educational seminar:

  • You keep the title to your home and continue to live in it.

  • The cash you receive is tax free income

  • You make no monthly payments, as long as you occupy the home.

  • Your Social Security and Medical benefits WILL NOT be affected by this program.

  • No income or credit requirements to qualify for this program

  • You can pass the home to your heirs without debt.

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    A professional Reverse Mortgage Advisor will be available for questions. Register at the Center to reserve a spot for you and friends.

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    Family Seminar about Older Drivers

    On May 22 from 10:30am to 12:00pm the American Association of Retired Persons will hold a seminar at the Center concerning the safety of older drivers.

    Talking with an older driver about stopping or altering driving can be a difficult an challenging conversation. This seminar offers easy-to-use, practical information to help families advise their loved ones on whether it is time to limit or give up driving.

    The seminar will cover topics like warning signs, conversation openers, how to construct a caring, effective conversation about driving, selecting the right messenger, and finding other forms of transportation so your loved ones can continue to be active and remain part of the community.
    Limited to 25 people

    Explore Presidential Issues

    How do the presidential candidates measure up on these senior issues? The candidates were asked about the following issues and their responses are published in the Leadership Council of Aging Organizations Report available at the Center.

    • The future stability of Medicare part D prescription coverage, Social Security, pension and retirement savings plans.

    • The long term sustainability of Medicaid, for the most medically fragile people.

    • Support for older Americans to help them live out their days in the least restrictive setting.

    • The quality and cost of nursing home care and the need for more health care workers.

    • Affordable housing for low income seniors.

    • Support for community transportation programs.

    • Support for the Older American’s Act appropriations.

    • Increase funds to support Low Income Energy Assistance programs for the elderly.

    AARP Driving Class

    In October, the Center will offer a driving class with AARP instructor Glen Sanborn. Call the Center to sign-up.
    October 23 and October 24 1:00pm to 5:00pm
    Cost is $10.00 to AARP