How can we age in place within the comfort of our own home? What resources are available in Portland that can support older adults to live healthy, connected lives? These topics and more are the focus of an upcoming Positive Aging Health & Wellness Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., Oct. 10, at the German American Society, 5626 NE Alameda St. This is the second year the fair has been hosted by the Community for Positive Aging (CfPA), which is located in northeast Portland’s Hollywood neighborhood. BWNA is a supporting neighborhood partner this year. Fair sponsors include AARP, Health Share of Portland, and Bristol Hospice.
“Our goal is to celebrate the strengths and contributions of older adults and provide resources that support independence and wellness,” said Rylie Thayer, community health navigator for CfPA. Maintaining brain health, end-of-life planning, storytelling, and dance instruction are among the fair’s offerings. Lecare Pharmacy will be on site to give COVID and flu vaccinations from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Anyone who gets vaccinated will receive a $10 Fred Meyer gift card.
Other workshops and activities will include Navigating Medicare, fall prevention, speed dating, and more.
“This event supports positive aging in a growing older adult population by promoting healthy connections and engagement,” summarized Thayer. Through its outreach, CfPA wants to ensure health equity to all populations, including BIPOC and immigrant communities.
The event will be held rain or shine, but will primarily be indoors at the German American Society. Last held in April 2025, the fair welcomed more than 100 attendees.
An RSVP is not required for admission, but it helps event organizers get a general idea of how many people to expect. For more information and to RSVP, search for Positive Aging Health & Wellness Fair on eventbrite.com, or use the QR code on the event ad at the bottom of page 6.
Molly McRoberts and her spouse, Helen, moved to B-W in 2012. The couple and their dog Sophia love and appreciate their wonderful neighbors and neighborhood.