Where Music Meets Medicine

You may have heard of the healing power of music, but have you heard of sound healing? This is the belief that sound, music, and chants can heal the sick. Skeptical? Try listening to the beats for yourself on February 14, the 16th annual World Sound Healing Day. People have relaxed to soothing sounds for a long time. Falling rain, wind blowing through trees, and singing crickets are easy to summon on bedside clocks and elec-tronic devices. But true sound healing is an ancient form of medicine. Many different cultures have used the pow-er of sound to restore health and relieve pain. Chanting, the deep vibrations of an Aboriginal didgeridoo, gongs, Tibetian singing bowls, tuning forks—all of these tools produce deep, resonant sounds typical of a sound healing, or sound therapy, session. But do they really work? While music is a known de-stressor, there are no studies that demonstrate definite health benefits of sound therapy. But patients who feel a release from both physical pain and emotional stress beg to differ, as do sound healers. Some healers explain that sound vibra-tions are not just heard but felt in ways that lower heart rate, relax brain wave patterns, and reduce respiratory rates. Other healers claim that they can tune instruments such as gongs to the vibration of planet Earth and other celestial bodies. A good gong emits a healing energy wave that can stimulate all the cells and nerves in the body. If sickness is due to the body’s frequencies being out of tune, healing vibrations restore these frequencies to balance. Still others explain that, like acupuncture, sound therapy unblocks and redirects the energy throughout the body. When it comes to the power of sound healing, theories abound. Perhaps the best way to think about sound heal-ing is that it is akin to the power of prayer. Jonathan Goldman, director of the Sound Healers Association, believes that vocalizing what you want a sound to ac-complish can help you heal yourself and others.

The Tramp

For many, Charlie Chaplin is known for his most mem-orable character, “the Tramp,” a good-natured, bum-bling vagrant. The Tramp made his big screen debut on February 17, 1914, in the silent film Kid Auto Races at Venice. The Tramp became an international icon of the silent era of film, and even when talkies became all the rage, Charlie Chaplin refused to speak while in character, most likely because the Tramp was supposed to be American and Chaplin had a British accent. What made the Tramp so beloved? Maybe it was his sharp social commentary during the turbulent era of industrialization. Maybe it was the Tramp’s embodi-ment and support of the “American Dream.” Or maybe it was that adorable moustache and cane. Whatever the reason, the Tramp is adored all over the world.

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A Penny for Your Thoughts

A penny may be worth only one cent, but after a lifetime of finding lost pennies, you could amass a small treasure. Consider the value of the cent on February 12, Lost Penny Day. Technically speaking, it costs 2.41 cents to mint one new penny. In 2013, the U.S. government spent $169 million to put $70 million worth of pennies in circulation. Some retail outlets have decided to do away with the penny alto-gether by rounding prices down to the nearest nick-el.

In 2012, Canada decided to nip the problem in the bud and eliminate their penny, joining Britain, France, Israel, Spain, Australia, Denmark, Sweden, and New Zealand in phasing out their smallest de-nominations of coins. The truth is, once a small coin can no longer be used to purchase items but is only used to make change, it becomes more trouble than it’s worth. So on February 12, the question remains, “Should I bother to pick up that lost penny?” It de-pends on whether you can buy anything with it, or whether you’re the superstitious sort who is simply looking for some extra luck.

Management Team

Jamie Maul - Executive Director

Misty Nicholas-Liceaga - Resident Services Director

Pam Burbank R.N. - Wellness Director

Melissa Wahl - Business Office Manager

Jason Thomas - Dining Services Director

Keenan Kemper - Life Enrichment Director

Bryan Ostrander - Plant Operations Director

Making Hearts Whole

February is Mend-a-Broken-Heart Month, and scientists are quick to argue that hearts can really be bro-ken as a result of extreme grief or social rejection. Brain studies show a direct connection between emo-tions and physical health. But the good news is that both can be mended. Heartbreak is often the result of feelings of loss after a breakup. Psychologists explain that spending time with a romantic partner causes your identities to become intertwined. Losing or being re-jected by that partner, therefore, leads to feelings of confusion due to a loss of your sense of self. The best way to mend your heart is to become yourself again: exercise, try new hobbies, socialize with other people. All of these things will challenge you to rediscover your joys and fall in love with yourself all over again in the process.

C arol was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1939 to Marian and Linda Gillette. Her family moved to Oregon when she was just a toddler. Her father was a dairy farmer and a job brought them to Park Rose in the Portland area.

After Carol completed high school in Park Rose, she enrolled in Portland State where she majored in elementary educa-tion. She taught in Park Rose before she followed the sunshine to Bend where all the opportunities for outdoor activities intrigued her. At a singles group which met every Friday night she met a young man -- Jerry Arnold through an introduction by a friend and in six months they married. Jerry was employed by the State Employment Department. They have two children, a son (Bruce) in Newberg and a daughter (Barbara) in Edinburgh, Scotland. She took a couple years off until the kids got older then went back to teaching at Reid School (now the Deschutes Historical Society) then transferred across the street to Thompson Elementary. Finally she transferred to Juniper Elementary from which she would eventually retire. Carol cross country skied and spent lots of her free time with her kids. Bruce has two kids and Barbara one. Bruce graduat-ed from Willamette in Salem. After Barbara graduated from Oregon State, she traveled to Scotland where she met a young man whom she married and now lives there. Maybe Carol got her comeuppance because she thought Barbara "was never going to get married" (she was in her early 20's). Jerry was an avid skier and when skiing at Mt. Bachelor he took a fall and injured his back and neck which relegated him to a walker and after several years to a wheel chair. They lived for many years just walking distance from downtown Bend. They moved to Cascades of Bend about three years ago and, sadly, Jerry passed away in September. Carol is very happy here and lives with us in our Residential Care. Carol, we are so happy you are here, Vyrne Samco

February Happenings Feb. 1st, 1st Ladies Bible Study for February Feb. 2nd, Lunch at The Gallery in Sisters Feb. 9th (Friday) & 21st (Wednesday), Art with Bill Feb. 3rd, February’s 1st “Out & About with Keenan” Feb. 7th, Home Cooked Luncheon Feb. 9th, Breakfast Outing to Jake’s Diner Feb. 13th, Feet Retreat Sign-up at front desk Feb. 13th, A Very Special Happy Hour feat. Ricky H.

Feb. 14th. Cascades of Bend’s Valentine’s Day Ball Feb. 16th, Lunch at The Pickled Pig Feb. 20th, Chef Chat & Activity Chat Feb. 22nd, Heart ‘N’ Home Hospice Presents Feb. 22nd, Ambassador Luncheon Feb. 24th, Library Outing Feb. 26th, High Stakes Bingo Feb. 27th, Happy Birthday Hour Feb. 27th, Resident Council

February Birthdays In astrology, those born between February 1–18 are Water Bearers of Aquarius. They are creative and intellectual philosophers at heart, getting to the root of problems and using their energy and passion for the benefit of others. Those born between February 19–28 are born under Pisces. Friendly and selfless, they are always will-ing to help others with their hearts on their sleeves. Thanks to an intuitive understanding of life, Pisces make deep connections with other living beings.

Norman Rockwell (painter) – February 3, 1894 Charles Lindbergh (pilot) – February 4, 1902 Hank Aaron (ballplayer) – February 5, 1934 Jack Lemmon (actor) – February 8, 1925 Thomas Edison (inventor) – February 11, 1847 Jack Benny (comedian) – February 14, 1894 Susan B. Anthony (activist) – February 15, 1820 Michael Jordan (athlete) – February 17, 1963 Sidney Poitier (actor) – February 20, 1924 George Handel (composer) – February 23, 1685 Levi Strauss (inventor) – February 26, 1829 John Steinbeck (author) – February 27, 1902 Jackie Robinson (ballplayer) – January 31, 1919

February’s Feathered Friends

February is Bird-Feeding Month. During the cold, harsh win-ter, it is especially difficult for wild birds to find food, so everyone is en-couraged to provide food, water, and shelter to help birds survive, and birds do need our help. One-third of the North American overwintering bird population has declined since 1966. And one-third of all North American bird species are at risk of extinction, with birds in arid, grassland, and coastal climates at greatest risk. A little bit of winter seed to augment their daily catch of insects could be enough to get them to springtime nesting season.

Not only can you help birds by feeding them this February but simple observations conducted during the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) from February 16 to 19 can inform scien-tists about winter bird populations. During this four-day event, participants can spend as little as 15 minutes per day identify-ing birds in their own backyards and submitting that list to scientists via birdcount.org. Last year, 160,000 birders partici-pated, from amateurs to experts, creating a global snapshot of world bird populations. Since birds are always on the move, such counts are important for scientists to see where popula-tions come and go, where certain species congregate, whether diseases are affecting birds in specific regions, how species are coping with habitat loss and pollution, and how weather changes are affecting populations.

Citizen science—the practice of regular citizens aiding scien-tists in their research—is an important part of ornithology. The more people who participate, the more data is gathered, and the more accurate a picture of bird health. Citizen science birding projects are not limited to February. From November though April, birders can participate in Project FeederWatch. Every fall, people gather in the mountains and hills to count migrating hawks and raptors. Journey North is an annual count of migrating hummingbirds during the spring. So grab your binoculars and field guide and get counting!

Thank you to all of our many resident volunteers that give their time to our community. One of the first things people notice when coming to the Cascades of Bend is the welcoming atmosphere and camaraderie between residents. It is your commitment to each oth-er, your fellowship, and your giving nature that make this place a home to all of us.

Keenan Kemper - Life Enrichment Director

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Harold A. 10th

Anne W. 16th

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Jim W. 27th

It is our belief that an essential part of the move-in and acclimation process for new residents to any Senior Living Community is found with a caring group of peers who “remember what it was like to be the new kid on the block.” The goal of the Resident Ambassa-dor program is to promote a welcoming integration of the newly arrived neighbor with the rest of the commu-nity, its residents, its services and its programs.

For more information please attend our Ambassador Luncheon held Thursday February 22nd at 12:00pm

Carol Arnold

Love is in the air . . . And on the dance floor! Wednesday February 14th at 2:00pm in the Activity Room Join us at Cascades of Bend for a delightful Valentine’s Day celebration. Bring your sweetheart for a romantic

afternoon, or grab a few friends who know how to have a good time. Enjoy decadent chocolate-covered straw-berries and complimentary champagne to toast to the sweet life you’ll experience when you visit Cascades of

Bend!

Formal/Semi-Formal attire suggested but not required.