Gilman Park Residents Enjoy Halloween Party
October 31, 2011
The pictures tell the story -- Residents and staff enjoyed carving pumpkins in preparation for the annual Halloween party. They dressed in costumes depicted their favorite movie character, animal or profession. Witches brew, hawks eyes and cupcakes were the featured refreshments for the party.
2011 Walk to End Alzheimer's
September 25, 2011
A team of 30 walkers from Gilman Park joined the nearly 160 member team of Frontier Management as the Presenting sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Association annual Walk To End Alzheimer’s in Portland, Oregon.
“My entire team embraces this program, Walk and cause and we enthusiastically participate together,” stated Julie Taylor, Executive Director of Gilman Park Assisted Living.
Gilman Park also raised over $4500 prior to the event through donations and sponsorships. Collectively, Frontier Management and its many communities raised over $20,000 through its sponsorships, donations, fundraising activities and other means.
Operation Santa Is Recognized in April
April 27, 2011
It's true! On April 27th Gilman Park Assisted Living, along with Oregon City Mayor Doug Neeley, honored Jeff Nowland as their "Volunteer of the Year." This annual award recognizes someone in the Clackamas County Area who has deeply impacted the lives of residents in their community, through their volunteerism. Jeff Nowland meets these criteria.
Jeff is a volunteer firefighter for Fire District #1 and is the coordinator for Operation Santa here in Oregon City and surrounding communities. Operation Santa provides food and necessities to needy families during the Holiday Season. Jeff unselfishly dedicated evenings and weekends, the entire month of December. He coordinated the collection and distribution of thousands pounds of food and practical gifts to families in need. Children and parents alike are in awe of the kindness, generosity and goodness that is extended to them through Operation Santa.
In addition, Jeff and many firefighters voluntarily also participated in 12 community parades during the month of December. Participation in these parades raises awareness of Operation Santa but more importantly, SPREADS GOOD CHEER.
Jeff's commitment and great joy in serving is evident in his enthusiasm when he talks about helping these families and the positive impact that Operation Santa has had on North Clackamas County and himself. Jeff never spoke about Operation Santa and its success without including gratitude to all those who volunteered with him, including his family.
If you would like information on how you can donate or volunteer at Operation Santa please contact Peggy at 503-742-2600. Again, join Gilman Park Assisted Living in congratulating Jeff Nowland as its "Volunteer of the Year!"
Gilman Park Executive Director Julie Taylor presents Jeff Nowland with the plaque for Volunteer of the Year
Jeff Nowland, Jeff's dad Ray Nowland and Jeff's son
