Learn how to recognize when someone is in a mental health crisis and techniques and tips of how to appropriately and safely interact with them.

As a health strategist and convener, Clark County Public Health has reframed its strategy for supporting vulnerable children and families and forged close relationships with faith-based organizations, public schools, and a mix of health, housing and social service providers. This rich network of engaged stakeholder has established effective channels of communication and trust that has developed over time which has created space for unique partnerships that can rapidly respond to community crisis as well as meet needs for children and families in ways that work and make a difference.

If you are a parent, Sabbath school teacher, VBS volunteer, pastor, grandparent, or anyone interested in passing on the spiritual heritage of our faith; come to this workshop to learn recent brain research in spiritual development. Learn how it relates to our children’s spiritual development and how to better share Jesus with them. Learn why children’s ministry is so important in sharing the gospel to the world.

Interested in having more money in your pocket and less in Uncle Sam’s? We’ll be discussing the
following tax-efficient ways to make donations and in some cases, also receive income:
• Utilizing charitable gift annuities to create a guaranteed life-time income stream. (Rates up to 9%.)
• Making tax-free donations from an IRA.
• Donating stock in a way that will bypass the capital gains tax.
• Learn how the staff in the Planned Giving and Trust Services Department of the Oregon Conference can assist you with the above items.

Estate planning can be a confusing and daunting task, but not all estates need to be complex. Even with simple or modest estates, however, an understanding of the documents required, and what they will do is essential. Why might a trust be appropriate and not a will? If married, why might you need a Power of Attorney document? We will discuss these types of questions, go over the basic elements of estate documents, and dispel some common “myths” associated with the passing of your estate.

In this presentation, Mr. Blehm will discuss the importance of fall prevention and give research supporting exercises as a fall prevention tool. Additionally, we will discuss some of the most effective fall prevention programs available. Finally, we will give participants an opportunity to actually practice some fall prevention and balance challenging exercises.

Please wear comfortable clothing, supportive shoes and come prepared to be challenged with a bit of exercise.

As we reach middle age, retirement and then beyond, we discover new and critical concerns that come with aging. Wes Fitzwater, one of Oregon’s leading Elder Law attorneys, will help identify these concerns and discuss ways to protect yourself and your family. For example, few individuals or couples have enough income to pay for the high cost of long-term care ($3,500-$9,500 per month). We will discuss long-term care planning, asset protection and Medicaid in Oregon, including planning for a single person, how to financially protect the Well Spouse, the Oregon Income Cap, transfer of asset penalties, spousal impoverishment laws (spend down), and strategies to protect the family home. We will also discuss the tools available to assist individuals and families when facing incapacity, including Power of Attorney, Revocable Living Trusts and Guardianships and Conservatorships.

As we reach middle age, retirement and beyond bring new concerns and perspectives. Hear from Beckie J. Pettis, two of Washington’s leading elder law attorney, on a variety of thought-provoking topics. This seminar will discuss long-term care planning and Medicaid in Washington, including planning for a single person and how to financially protect the well spouse. The speaker examine transfer of asset penalties, the spousal impoverishment laws, planning for spend down and strategies to protect the family home. Information on the crucial timing and coordination of Medicaid planning in relationship to VA Benefits will also be presented. Additionally, the speaker will explain to you the tools available to assist an incapacitated person, including power of attorney and guardianship. Join us for a discussion on these important topics with lots of time for your questions.