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• Exercise Can Lead to a Longer Life

What's New

• Bend Memorial Clinic is First to Receive UHMS Accreditation in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Oregon
  
• C.E. Lovejoy's Brookswood Market Announces Scheduled Opening of its New Neighborhood Grocery Store
  
• The Nature of Words Announces 2010 Rising Star Creative Writing Competition
  
• National Firm Renames, Rebrands
  
• Credit Union Helped Fight Holiday Hunger
  
• Focus Physical Therapy, Inc. Fall Prevention and Vestibular Therapy Treatments
  
• Northwest Community Credit Union Partners With Security Reverse Mortgage
  
• Central Oregon Employer Council seeks applications for Board of Directors
• Leverage Productivity & Reduce Stress - The Simplicate LEAN Office Series
• Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting, Open House & Dog Portrait Reveal Party!
  
• Be More Competitive through Technology
  
• Photo exhibit at OSU-Cascades Celebrates Oregon Food and Agriculture
  
• 2010 Bachelor Auction Beneficiary Application Released
  
• Upcoming Events at The High Desert Museum
  
• American Cancer Society Road to Recovery Training
  

Bend Chamber Calendar of Events

• Complete list of Chamber events from January 15- February 15, 2010
  
  

Exercise can lead to a longer life

     Regular exercise provides a myriad of health benefits in older adults, including improvements in blood pressure, diabetes, lipid profile, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and neurocognitive function. Regular physical activity is also associated with decreased mortality and age-related morbidity in older adults. Despite this, up to 75 percent of older Americans are insufficiently active to achieve these health benefits. Few contraindications to exercise exist, and almost all older persons can benefit from additional physical activity.
     The exercise prescription consists of three components: aerobic exercise, strength training, and balance and flexibility. Physicians play a key role in motivating older patients and advising them regarding their physical limitations. Motivating patients to begin exercise is best achieved by focusing on individual patient goals, concerns, and barriers to exercise. Strategies include the "stages of change" model, individualized behavioral therapy, and an active lifestyle. To increase long-term compliance, the exercise prescription should be straightforward, fun, and geared toward a patient's individual health needs, beliefs, and goals.
     An Elite Fitness Professional will match the advice of a physician, as well to the patient's perception of how physical activity may be beneficial (e.g., weight loss, improved fitness, reduced coronary risk). We will help to identify and focus on individual beliefs rather than on general health benefits.
     For most potential clients, any additional activity beyond their current level will be beneficial. Patients should be encouraged to add to exercises that they are already performing such as climbing an additional flight of stairs or walking to a further light post or other distance marker each week. More frail, elderly patients should increase intensity by adding hills, hand weights, or arm movements rather than increasing velocity.
      For more information please contact Lloyd Mills at Elite Fitness and Education at (541) 728-0002 or by email at lloyd@elitefiteducate.com.

What's New

Bend Memorial Clinic is First to Receive UHMS Accreditation in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Oregon

     Bend Memorial Clinic (BMC) is the first and only healthcare facility in Oregon to be awarded accreditation for hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) and joins an elite group of 88 facilities throughout the United States currently accredited.
The UHMS accreditation is widely considered to be the best indicator of a reputable HBOT provider and was awarded to BMC after expert evaluation of the facility's commitment to staffing and training, equipment installation, operation, maintenance, facility and patient safety and standards of care. More than 1,600 individual survey items had to be successfully complied with to receive accreditation.
     Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a medical treatment in which a patient breathes 100 percent oxygen while inside a high-pressure air chamber. For more information on how to receive this treatment, please call 541-382-2811.

C.E. Lovejoy's Brookswood Market Announces Scheduled Opening of its New Neighborhood Grocery Store

     C.E. Lovejoy's Brookswood Market, recently announced it has scheduled the opening of its new neighborhood grocery store for this coming spring in the Brookswood Meadow Shopping Plaza on the south side of town.
     "The new market will be a full-service grocery store with a wide assortment of Northwest-grown foods, including organic and locally produced products," said Troy Wolfe part-owner and General Manager of the store.
     This neighborhood grocery store is the fifth generation successor to a Midwestern family grocery store founded in 1871, and will generally follow that historical theme.
     The store will be a locally owned, operated and managed neighborhood market offering high quality fresh produce, a complete meat department, freshly baked goods, local dairy products and specialty cheeses, a full service gourmet deli, and a wide selection of assorted beers and wines.
     The design phase is complete and construction of tenant improvements is scheduled to begin in January. The market is planning to provide 30 new jobs for the community.

The Nature of Words Announces 2010 Rising Star Creative Writing Competition

     The Nature of Words, Central Oregon's premier literary organization, announces the launch of its sixth annual literary festival with the call for submissions to the Rising Star Creative Writing Competition for young writers. The competition is awarded at the literary festival, scheduled for November 3-7, 2010 in Bend, Oregon. Prizes will be awarded in fiction, literary non-fiction, nature essay and poetry in two age categories, 15-18 and 19-25. Winning writers will receive a cash prize, inclusion of their winning entry in an anthology, recognition in an awards ceremony at the November festival, and a scholarship to one of The Nature of Words workshops in their winning genre.
     For more information about the Rising Star Creative Writing Competition and The Nature of Words, visit www.thenatureofwords.org, email info@thenatureofwords.org or call 541-330-4381.

National Firm Renames, Rebrands

     AccuDiagnostics, one of the nation's leading Third Party Providers in the drug and alcohol testing industry, has rebranded including changing the company's name to ARCpoint.
     "We're very excited about what this rebranding initiative means for our community and the businesses that we serve locally," said Kathleen Chabot, owner.
     Along with the name change, the firm's aggressive marketing and growth strategies are positioning the firm to better support the community, existing franchisees, and facilitate anticipated growth from 30 franchisees nationwide to 150 by 2013.
     Founded in 2005, ARCpoint provides the industry's most competitive list of screening services, including corporate wellness programs, federal mandated testing, workplace testing, and clinical lab testing.

Credit Union Helped Fight Holiday Hunger

     In December, Mid Oregon Credit Union delivered a pickup load of food to Saving Grace just in time for Christmas. After hearing a call to action and need for food to fill their empty pantry shelves, credit union staff and members responded by organizing a food supply drive in the Bend branches.
"Saving Grace is incredibly thankful for the generosity of all the Mid Oregon employees for collecting much-needed food items for us in our shelter," remarked Kelly Schukart of Saving Grace. "We provide safety and food for around 300 women and children in our shelter in addition to the more than 5,000 community members who use our services. Food is something we provide year round and is always a wonderful donation."
     For more information about Mid Oregon Credit Union, please visit their Web site at www.midoregon.com.

Focus Physical Therapy, Inc. Fall Prevention and Vestibular Therapy Treatments

     Did you know one-third of all adults 65 years and older fall each year in the United States? Falls among elderly are the leading cause of injury deaths as well as the most common cause of non-fatal injuries and hospital admission for trauma.
     If you or someone you know is at risk, Focus Physical Therapy, Inc. can help. Do you ever feel imbalanced while walking, turning and changing positions? You may be at higher risk for falls. Act early by participating in our fall prevention program to you to help you increase mobility, maintain your independence and avoid serious injury.
     Call our offices at 541-385-3344 for more information or to schedule a comprehensive evaluation.

Northwest Community Credit Union Partners With Security Reverse Mortgage

     Northwest Community Credit Union, based in Springfield, Oregon, is now offering reverse mortgage services to its members. Northwest Community Credit Union has signed an agreement with Security Reverse Mortgage and will utilize the Security Reverse Credit Union Program to educate, process and fund reverse mortgage loans for its senior members.
     So many seniors today have difficulty paying for day-to-day living expenses due to inflation and reduction in retirement accounts. A reverse mortgage is an excellent option for their members to increase monthly cash flow and retire monthly mortgage payments.
     "Northwest Community Credit Union is very pleased to add reverse mortgages to our list of loan programs for our membership. Over 25 percent of our membership initially qualifies for a reverse mortgage. Security Reverse Mortgage has been a very professional firm to deal with. We are excited about our partnership with Security Reverse Mortgage," said Russ Bernardo, Mortgage Lending Manager at Northwest Community Credit Union.

Central Oregon Employer Council seeks applications for Board of Directors

     Central Oregon Employer Council is currently accepting applications for three Board of Director positions.
     The Oregon Employer Council is a 33 year-old nonprofit partnership between the Oregon business community and WorkSource Oregon Employment Department (WSOED). The mission of the Oregon Employer Council is to increase public awareness of WorkSource Oregon Employment Department services and increase WSOED's awareness of employer challenges.
     Board members volunteer their time and expertise identifying workforce challenges within the business community. To help address these challenges, Oregon Employer Council board members organize and sponsor high quality, low cost educational seminars, lead by recognized experts, to benefit local employers.
     Central Oregon Employer Council is currently chaired by Katherine C. Tank of Schwabe, Williamson, and Wyatt. The Board consists of 10 employer representatives.
     An application may be obtained by emailing Denise.A.Pollock@state.or.us or calling 541-388-6024. Application deadline is February 28, 2010. Visit www.OEC.org for additional information about the Oregon Employer Council.

Leverage Productivity & Reduce Stress - The Simplicate LEAN Office Series

If constant interruptions, ineffective messages, piles of papers, and poorly managed meetings are stressing you out and slowing you down join, Tracy Campbell, Simplicated, LLC for webinar trainings guaranteed to improve your ability to create and maintain a productive environment.
For a listing of webinars, including a complimentary webinar for The LEAN Office, and Buried in Paper?, contact Tracy at 541-788-7001 or visit www.simplicated.com

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting, Open House & Dog Portrait Reveal Party!

     New Years isn't over yet! Come celebrate a brand new portrait photography studio bringing a unique, fresh idea to Central Oregon-doggie portraits on February 4!
      Jewel Images is a high-end portrait studio specializing in custom dog photography-emphasizing the creative, fun, artistic and growing appeal of dog work. Recently partnering with the Humane Society of Central Oregon and focused on charitable giving, Jewel Images will feature and reveal a portrait collection of local, well-known, adopted dogs and their owners.
     In their new photography studio, photographer, Julia Radlick CPP, will host a Bend Chamber Ribbon Cutting, an Open House, and Portrait Reveal Party.
     The Jewel Images studio is a charming space in the Old Mill Marketplace that exudes creativity and custom design. Jewel Images provides a boutique and personal photography experience to its clients and creates unique, custom products that offer a fresh take on dog and family portraiture.
     Come join us for our Ribbon Cutting, Open House, and the BIG reveal to support the Humane Society! The Ribbon Cutting will start at 4:15 p.m. and the Open House will run from 5 to 8 p.m.

Be More Competitive through Technology

     Are you cutting staff? Decreasing business travel? Making other reductions? With hands-on training in a COCC Computer lab, learn how technology can help your business:

• Use computers more efficiently
• Access your data from anywhere
• Keep your computers secure and functional
• Utilize software to meet face to face
• And more!
  

Photo exhibit at OSU-Cascades celebrates Oregon food and agriculture

     Oregon's food and agriculture are celebrated in a traveling exhibit of award-winning photos on display until February 15 in Cascades Hall on the Oregon State University-Cascades Campus on College Way in Bend.
     The photos are images from the pages of Oregon's Agricultural Progress magazine and showcase the bounty of Oregon agriculture.
     "The exhibit is a reflection of the role Oregon State University's research and people play in sustaining our state's rich agricultural heritage," said Sonny Ramaswamy, dean of the OSU College of Agricultural Sciences.
     Exhibit photos are also online at: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/eesc/savoryimages/. Cascades Hall is open from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays. For information, call 541-322-3100.

2010 Bachelor Auction Beneficiary Application Released

     The Central Oregon Women's Expo is excited to announce the Bachelor Auction Beneficiary application is now available. On October 22, 2010, ten Bachelor's and 100 women will come together to raise funds for a Central Oregon women's non-profit. The evening will include a silent auction, along with Bachelors being auctioned to women in the crowd. The event will include prize giveaways, hors d'ouvres, and cocktails.
     Specialized Meetings & Events is seeking women oriented non-profits to apply to be the 2010 beneficiary. Applications are due by March 1, 2010, and are available at the Web site: www.centraloregonwomensexpo.com, via email: info@specialized-events.com, or by calling 541-385-7988.

Upcoming Events at The High Desert Museum

     January 16 - Exhibit Opening - Year of the Forest: Human Connections - Examine how forests are vital to life on Earth and our way of life in the American West. Explore how you can make better decisions about forests and our lives by understanding the complex issues surrounding this important natural resource. This is the first in a three-part exhibit series.

     January 23 - Mid Oregon Credit Union Free Family Saturday. Experience the Museum for free.

     February 10 - New Volunteer Orientation - Experience the fun of joining the Museum's award-winning, dedicated volunteer corps. Learn how to work with wildlife, do children's storytelling, work with priceless art and artifacts, give talks about bobcats, otters and raptors and High Desert history – even portray 1880 settlers and others from the High Desert past. Or, work behind the scenes. The orientation will take place from 1 to 2 p.m.

      February 13 - Exhibit Opening - Sin in the Sagebrush - One of the most in-depth exhibits examining the lives of those who sought opportunity, fortune and community on the Western frontier. The stories of the trappers, miners, tracklayers, soldiers, buckaroos, sheepherders, mill workers and others whose dreams were replaced with lonely, harsh lives. Discover how and why they sought community and escape in saloons, gambling halls, and bordellos. Step up to a poker table, 1880s roulette table, and other games of the era, replete with cheating devices. A re-created saloon furnished with rare artifacts immerses you in the period in a multi-sensory fashion, from the echo of piano tunes to the aroma of whiskey and cigars.

American Cancer Society Road to Recovery Training

     The American Cancer Society program called Road to Recovery is coming to Central Oregon, providing transportation for cancer patients to and from medical appointments.
     Rides are provided by volunteers who donate their time and the use of their personal vehicle.
     If you are interested and would like to attend our upcoming Road to Recovery® training on Saturday, February 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., please call Charlie Johnson at 541-434-3114, or email charlie.johnson@cancer.org to learn more about this program.