Summer Surprises Were Truly Surprising · Summer Surprises Were Truly Surprising NEST’s community never disappoints! We are delighted to announce that through the Summer Surprises

October 2020

ContentsSummer Surprises Were Truly Surprising Supporting Scholarships, Safety & MoreNEST’s community never disappoints! We are delighted to announce that through the Summer Surprises auction, we raised 50% more than our $10,000 goal, with over $15,000 in bids and donations! Your support helped make the auction an amazing success!

Impact. This funding will help support scholarships for NEST members, equipment/safety items for COVID-19 response, and be targeted towards development of new programming.

Fun. We had a lot of competitive fun, and we hope you did, too! With packages ranging from Halloween stuffed creatures to a vacation trip to Palm Desert, and a lot of experiences, delicious delights and gorgeous artwork in between, both members and others were able to bid. We intentionally focused on providing experiences, as well as items, to boost the fun-factor!

Visibility. Hosting an open auction online allowed NEST to broaden our community of financial supporters as we raise funds. With many business donors, and lively social media posts, NEST is now more visible in our community, one of our auction goals!

Community. Finally, thanks to NEST member Jimmy Larson for his generous inaugural auction gift, financial donors who supported scholarships, and NEST members and others who contributed donations and creations to create nice surprises when we especially need them. And, special thanks to our NEST member movie stars who helped boost the auction – Jack Collins, Liane Christianson, Bert Goldstein and Linda Parros! Click here to see our donor recognition page on the NEST website.

Still want to donate to the auction? We will keep our auction page live through October 15 to capture any last financial donations to help boost our auction goals.

Auction Thank You- 1President's Corner - 2Moving in the Pandemic - 3Events - 4Fall Leaf Cleanup - 6Calendar - 7Healthy Food- 8Celebrations - 9 Last Chirps - 9

Fun Facts• 1st-ever online auction for NEST• 80+ items or packages

contributed • 33 businesses and over 40

individuals donated bidding packages and items

• Nearly 100 bidders (many non-NEST members)

• Direct financial support: $5,000• Over 13,000 emails sent

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President's CornerWith our Pacific Northwest air once again clear and sparkling, I hope all of you are safe, healthy, and venturing forth from your couches to the great outdoors! It is Fall!!!

This edition of the President’s Corner is totally and completely devoted to Happy Talk (with all due respect to Bloody Mary from South Pacific ☺)

Summer Surprises Auction

The NEST Summer Surprises Auction was incredibly successful! Check out the numbers!

Congratulations and gratitude are due to NEST’s entire staff - Laura Hitchcock, Director of Development, Jessica McKeirnan, Communications and Development Manager, and Chris Alin, Director of Operations, for the absolutely amazing job they did on an auction that literally blew the roof off of our fundraising goal. They worked tirelessly to ensure this auction was a success.

Of course, people need to actually check out the “auction tables” and bid on items to make all this happen. So, thanks are also due to the board members, NEST members, sponsors and volunteers - who spread the word with friends and family, and of course submitted bids!

A Hearty Welcome to new NEST Board Members Debi Quirk and Dua Abudiab!

Debi Quirk and Dua Abudiab are our newest NEST Board members.

Debi (pictured left) joined NEST “way back when” as an original founding member. In fact, she was on the committee that designed the NEST logo! A nurse with 42 years of practice, and presently a private patient advocate, Debi brings an all-important nursing perspective to our board, along with a huge passion for NEST’s Mission and Vision. She is tireless in her volunteer work and multiple NEST activities, including most recently hosting “Lunches in the Park”, COVID-19 compliant get togethers.

Dua (pictured right) is an attorney at the King County Department of Public Defense. She started volunteering for NEST when she was looking for resources for her aging parents, and was drawn to the variety of options and support NEST offers older adults wishing to age in place. With a generous heart and boundless energy, Dua’s volunteering has focused on helping NEST members with their technology issues - a gift at this time of Zoom meetings and virtual gatherings!

So . . . it is indeed good news all around, wouldn’t you say?!

Namaste.

Don DesonierPresident, NEST Board of Directors

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This article is provided by our sponsor Christy Urdal of NextStep Transitions

Who ever thought they might be moving during a pandemic? Did any of us ever anticipate that this could be a possibility? No, of course not. We are in unchartered waters. So, where do you start, what can you do to protect yourself during a move? By using your head – that is how!

Moving Companies are considered to be Essential Services, so they can continue operating and moving people. Why are they essential? Because people still need to move, they do not have any other options. For many people houses have sold and they must vacate, and others may have health reasons that dictate when a move is necessary. It is one of those life events that keeps going whether we want it to or not. What was already a stressful and trying time, just got a lot more so. So, how can you manage your move during these unpredictable and scary times? How can you stay in control, remain safe and lessen your risk?

1. Don’t panic - Recognize that you can get through this with some common sense and advance planning.

2. Talk with the people who are helping you with your move. This might be your Move Management Company or your Moving Company – inquire what their COVID 19 Safety Procedures are. What measures are they taking to stay safe and keep their clients safe?

3. Always wear a mask while packers or movers are in your residence.

4. Maintain the appropriate distance – 6’ from your moving team. Make it clear when they start that you expect them to maintain the proper distance from you as well.

5. Designate a bathroom for use by the moving team. Have paper towels, soap and hand sanitizer available.

6. Have disinfectant wipes available to clean high touches surfaces when the movers or packing team leaves your home. This would include doorknobs, closet pulls, handrails, bathroom fixtures and counter tops.

7. Have as few family members present during the move as possible. The fewer people the better.

8. Be ready – have your boxes packed and ready to go.

9. If you can, hold off on doing any major unpacking for 24 hours. Reports say that the virus can remain active on cardboard for 24 hours, so why tempt fate if you don’t have to. If you can, move over your own bedding, towels, and a box of essentials so that you can get set up for the night without having to start unpacking immediately.

10. Always follow best practices of hand washing, social distancing and wearing a mask at all times. Most important….keep your sense of humor and remember that this is a new way of living. Many of these practices are already becoming our new normal, so applying them to your move is not a big stretch of the imagination. All will be well. You can do this.

Moving During a Pandemic

Christy Urdal is owner of NextStep Transitions LLC, a Move Management and Home Transitions specialist in the greater Seattle area. She helps people with downsizing, move management, getting homes ready to go on the market and many other home and relocation related services. Her specialty is assisting Seniors as they transition from their lifelong residence into smaller spaces. www.nextsteptransitions.com

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To join any Zoom meeting by phone, call 253-215-8782 and enter the Meeting ID and Password when promptedNEST Events Open to the PublicAll events are free unless otherwise noted.

NESTCafe: What's Age Got to Do With It? - Monday, October 19 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pmVirtual event, contact the NEST office for information on how to join.This event is brought to you in partnership with the Humanities Washington Speaker's Bureau.“You look good for your age.” “You’re too young to understand.”In employment decisions, family discussions, medical care, and even in birthday cards, assumptions about being “over the hill” or “a lazy kid” are common. What do you wish society would stop saying about your generation? How can we talk about age and aging in a more positive, affirming way? In this interactive and fun talk, Dori Gillam welcomes individuals from every generation to explore how we can begin valuing all ages—including our own.

Dori Gillam has researched and spoken on ageism and aging for over 30 years. Her past roles include community organizer, trainer, and speaker for AARP and the King County Library System. She holds a BS in educational psychology and a teaching certificate for secondary education. Gillam is the board chair for the Northwest Center for Creative Aging, writes for 3rd Act Magazine, and is a charter member of Age Friendly Seattle.

NEST High Tea: Medicare 101 - Get Ready for Medicare’s Annual Open EnrollmentThursday, October 15 from 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmVirtual Event, contact the NEST office for information on how to join.

October 15th kicks off Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment Period. Are you a senior that is shopping for a new plan? Are you a Veteran who would like to learn more about how to leverage Medicare with VA Benefits? Do you have a Medicare and Medicaid card? This Medicare 101 Seminar will give you the basics, and get you ready for the Annual Open Enrollment so you can make the best healthcare decisions for you

in 2021.

After a career in high tech, Norma joined her husband, Pat Roley and business partner to help serve the community on Medicare. The best part of serving the Medicare Market is to meet individuals, get to know them, and offer guidance on healthcare choices. Pat and Norma live on the Eastside, have a daughter attending Washington State University, and a 15 ½ year old dachshund who really runs the show.

Mind, Body, Spirit, Healing Community: Qigong - Thursdays from noon to 1:00 pmVirtual class, click here to join. Meeting ID: 936 5963 6795 Password: 015290Quiet the mind, experience a grounded and centered state using focused intent, breath, and body postures. Deeply relax and practice self-healing meditations in still (internal) and moving (external) forms. Virtual Class materials: floor space, armless chair/stool, comfy place to sit, stand, + lie down for relaxation forms. If your internet signal stretches and you have safe access to the outdoors with social distance, consider practicing with us in nature!

Upcoming Events See these events on the calendar, page 7

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Moving with Greater Ease: Feldenkrais Tuesdays (chair) and Wednesdays (floor) from 11:00 am to noonVirtual class, click here to join. Meeting ID: 785 8420 3476This class led by Gail Thompson uses the Feldenkrais Method of gentle movements to help students move with increased comfort, flexibility, and balance. Safe, relaxing, and varied movement lessons stimulate the brain’s neuroplasticity to increase awareness and explore options for how we use our bodies in sitting, reaching, walking, and other activities. Movements may help improve balance, reduce pain, and decrease peripheral neuropathy. No experience needed; lessons take place on the floor or in chairs. Students should wear warm, comfortable clothing and bring a mat or blanket. The Wednesday Feldenkrais Class will be taught using a chair and other modifications while the Tuesday class will be taught on the ground using more traditional methods.

*NEW!* Pickle Ball at NEST - Fridays, October 9 and 23 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pmWedgwood Presbyterian pickle ball court, 8008 35th Ave NE (parking lot). Dependent on weather.Seattle Parks and Recreation has a mobile recreation program called Rec’N the Streets. This is an opportunity for the city to bring to you a FREE, safe, socially distanced recreation opportunity, activity and programs.

We are all experiencing stressful times. One way to alleviate the stress is to engage in safe social interactions and to “Get Movin”. Physical activity not only assists the body with staying healthy but also provides mental stimulation and an emotional outlet. In partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation, we bring you Pickle Ball! Come join us for some FUN movement and enjoy the afternoon together playing fun, easy, low impact games of pickleball. Participant numbers will be limited for safety. So rounds of games will be played so everyone has an opportunity to participate. This event may become weekly.

Member-Only Groups and Activities

NEST Zoom Gathering - Tuesday, October 20 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pmVirtual event, click here to join. Meeting ID: 874 2557 5881 Password: 723182In lieu of NEST potlucks for now, we bring you a virtual NEST gathering on the third Tuesday of the month, where we can still be social and connected with each other while social distancing! Let's have a fun and friendly conversation about hobbies or interests, sports, food, movies --- you name it, let's talk about it. Moderated by NEST members Marilyn Layton and Nancy Nordquist.

Lunch, Learn, and Connect! (Weather dependent)Wednesday, October 21 from noon to 1:00 pmNEST Office, 8008 35th Ave NE, across 80th from Wedgwood Presbyterian. Call NEST to sign-up! Lunch outside on a sunny day is always a good thing. Join a NEST in-person gathering while staying safe and connected with Nest Member / Volunteer Debi Quirk as she will be preparing, discussing and serving a healthy and nutritious lunch. Lunch size is limited to 4 people outdoors across the street from NEST in the park.

Science Club - Thursday, October 22 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pmVirtual group, click here to join. Meeting ID: 857 2117 5104 Password: 009510

Calling all scientists and science enthusiasts! Join us on the fourth Thursday of each month for an afternoon of intellectual engagement. Bring an article that you found fascinating on anything - black holes or black bears, geology or genetics - and we will discuss it as a group. All scientific interests are welcomed here!

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Poetry Reading Group - Wednesday, October 28 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Virtual group, click here to join. Meeting ID: 870 7336 3862 Password: 030009 Join your NEST friends for reading, sharing, and appreciating great poems and poets. Please bring one or two of your favorite poems (can include poems you have written) to read aloud with the group. This group meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the NEST office and is facilitated by NEST Members Rosemary Blakemore and Debbie Anderson.

Women’s Caregiver Support Group - Fridays from 10:30 am to noonContact the NEST Office to get more information about attending this class via phone or computer.Volunteer Julia Devin leads this group at the NEST office. Come enjoy a great space to connect with other members who are supporting a loved one who needs care.

Recommended Community Events Open to the PublicDownsizing to the Right Size - Wednesday, October 14 at 10:30 amVirtual Event, RSVP at (206) 523-7315 by Monday, October 12.Take the stress out of de-cluttering. In this online event, you’ll learn practical information and get advice on how to keep what you love; handle the items that have value, but you don’t want to keep; get rid of the “stuff”; and move forward with your life. Hosted by Ida Culver House Ravenna.

Technology to Support Memory and Daily Living - Tuesday, October 20 at 10:30 amVirtual event, RSVP at (206) 361-1989 by Sunday, October 18.The opportunity to use technology to support independence and brain health continues to expand. From phone-based medication reminders and wellness apps to electronic “tags,” there’s a variety of ways technology can offer help with memory aides and support overall brain health. Dr. Carolyn Parsey from the UW Medicine’s Memory and Brain Wellness Center will be leading the discussion. Hosted by Ida Culver House Broadview.

How Does Mindfulness Meditation Promote Brain Health?Thursday, October 22 at 2:00 pmVirtual Event, RSVP at (206) 306-7920 by Tuesday, October 20.What is mindfulness meditation and what are some of its brain health benefits? What actually takes place in your brain when you meditate? How does mindfulness meditation work for people who have dementia? Join Dr. Rhoads to learn more about the science behind mindfulness meditation and ways it can enhance your memory, thinking, and overall well-being. Hosted by Aljoya Thornton Place.

Sing Out the Vote Concerts - Multiple datesOnline events, click here for more information about the concerts and how to join.Join the folks at Rise Up and Sing for one of their FIVE upcoming online concerts. Each one will focus on a different swing state or region, but ALL will benefit the Movement Voter Project. Purchase your tickets for any concert(s) of your choice and we'll send you the Zoom link.

Fall Is Here, Leaves are Falling. Boy Scout Troop 166 is volunteering to rake leaves for NEST members on weekends between mid October to mid November.Boy Scout Troop 166 is a group of 10-17 year old boys and girls based out of Wedgwood. As part of an Eagle Scout Project, Troop 166 is volunteering to have a few scouts come into your yard and rake leaves upon request. This will help keep the drains around your house unclogged. The volunteer work will happen on select weekends between mid October and Mid November. Scouts will be wearing masks and will be socially distanced. Contact Chris Alin for more info or to request scouts to rake leaves in your yard this fall. Space is limited. Click here for more information on Troop 166.

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1

12:00 pmQigong*

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10:30 amWomen’s Group

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11:00 amFeldenkrais*

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11:00 amFeldenkrais*

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12:00 pmQigong*

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10:30 amWomen’s Group

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11:00 amFeldenkrais*

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11:00 amFeldenkrais*

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12:00 pmQigong*

2:00 pmNEST High Tea*

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10:30 amWomen’s Group

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2:00 pmNESTCafe*

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11:00 amFeldenkrais*

4:00 pmNEST ZoomGathering

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11:00 amFeldenkrais*

12:00 pmLunch, Connect,and Learn

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12:00 pmQigong*

2:00 pmScience Club

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10:30 amWomen’s Group

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11:00 amFeldenkrais*

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11:00 amFeldenkrais*

2:00 pmPoetry Group

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12:00 pmQigong*

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10:30 amWomen’s Group

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October 2020 CalendarFind the details for these events on pages 4 - 6

Virtual meeting *Open to the public

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This article is provided by NEST Member and Volunteer Debi Quirk, RNAcute inflammation is a positive, protective, and healing mechanism. Chronic inflammation is usually caused by lifestyle choices, such a toxic and unhealthy diet, an altered gut flora that is out of balance, lack of sleep, lack of exercise, or too much stress. The danger of chronic inflammation is that it triggers major diseases, including cancer, arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, depression and more.

Since many of us are living in a quite different space right now, possibly we are not sleeping well, not exercising as much and being a bit ‘stressed’, we possibly are increasing the inflammatory process in our bodies. But, eating anti inflammatory foods can help us, especially now.

Here is a list of some of the best anti-inflammatory foods, which are not only delicious but healthy.Berries - especially blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and raspberries. These delicious fruits are packed with flavor, antioxidants, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They will be gone from the grocery soon so grab them at their best and they freeze well. You can have them for the rest of the year.

Fatty fish - Salmon, tuna, halibut, trout, bass and sardines are high in Omega 3 oils. There are wonderful ways to cook these to make them even more appealing. The human body cannot produce omega-3 fatty acids, which makes these crucial fats an essential part of the diet.

Chocolate - you can enjoy this rich and delicious treat without a lot of guilt, but only dark chocolate with 70 percent or more concentration of cacao. Milk chocolate is not healthy, due to the high concentration of sugar and fat.

Cruciferous vegetables - which include broccoli, cauliflower, kale, kohlrabi, bok choy, turnips, brussels sprouts, and collard greens are high in beneficial antioxidants. They also are cancer fighting and high in fiber for digestion.

Avocados - this versatile fruit is packed with healthy fat, fiber, and antioxidants.

Tomatoes - Lycopene is a compound found in tomatoes that has been found to reduce inflammation and protect against various types of cancer.

Peppers - Bell peppers and chili peppers are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. That is why they may have strong anti-inflammatory properties.

Extra virgin olive oil - It is rich in monounsaturated fats and proved to have anti-inflammatory properties. But be sure you use unrefined extra virgin oil to get all the benefits.

Turmeric - Curcumin is a powerful anti-inflammatory nutrient contained in turmeric which effectively reduces the pain of arthritis and is also thought to help prevent cancer and Alzheimer's disease.

Probiotics- Probiotics are one of the best anti-inflammatory foods because good bacteria helps to improve digestion, support the immune system, and fight illness. The sources of probiotics are kefir, yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, miso.

Green Tea - Green tea will provide the caffeine you need to quick-start your day, but it’s much higher antioxidant level also helps to protect against cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer's disease.

Stay well!

Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Healthy for you all the time, but especially now

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Connect with NEST!Call or email (206) 525-6378 or [email protected] the web at nestseattle.orgHours Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm, Friday 9am-4pm

Honoring events, anniversaries, and major life changes in the NEST community.

New members: NEST welcomes new member Kerry L.!

September Member Birthdays: A very happy birthday to NEST Members Abby A., Cynthia B., Lynn B., Georgene C., Eleanor C., Suzanne G., Becky M., Sylvia P., Lilian S., and Jim W.!

Celebrations

Friendly Visitor CallsHelp make sure that NEST members are safe and well through weekly check-in calls.

ExerciseEnjoy the fresh spring air and help our members stay active by accompanying them on a walk in their neighborhood.

Volunteer with NESTGrocery ShoppingHelp keep our members safe amid the COVID-19 outbreak by delivering groceries to their home.

Raking LeavesHelp members keep their lawns clean and pretty this Fall by raking leaves and keeping

Last ChirpsElections are coming up! Now is the time to make sure your voter registration information is up to date and ensure that your vote gets counted. Once you fill out your ballot, NEST volunteers will be standing by to take it directly to a ballot box for you. Please contact the NEST office to arrange your ballot pickup._________________________________________________________________________

New Protocols for NEST Volunteer Drives!NEST will begin offering rides to NEST members on a limited basis in October.

Our dedicated volunteer drivers have been working hard over the past few months to help us design a system that will keep everyone safe while still providing comfortable rides. Members will receive more information including requirements and what to expect in the coming days. If you have any questions, please contact the NEST office or [email protected]_________________________________________________________________________

We want to hear from you!Are you interested in submitting a poem, story, article, or piece of art to the newsletter? Contact our Communications and Development Manager Jessica at [email protected].