In Jackson and Josephine counties, local data indicates that over fifty percent of the population will be over age 55 by 2012. Southern Oregon's temperate climate and recreational and cultural opportunities are attracting increasing numbers of recently retired older adults. Jackson is one of six counties in the state that accounts for 60% of people over age 65. Josephine is currently one of three counties with more than 20 percent of its population over age 65. Age-related issues define the future of Southern Oregon.

Optimal Aging Symposium

Spend a day talking about

"getting older-without getting "old."

Join us. Hear a dozen well-regarded

experts in the field of aging reveal the newest

research. Spend a day learning and sharing

innovative ideas about the aging process.

Thursday, May 22, 2008

9:00 am-4:00 pm

OSU Extension Center Auditorium

569 Hanley Road

Central Point OR 97502

Sponsor: Oregon State University Extension Service

Host/Facilitator: Sharon Johnson M.S., Associate Professor

Keynote Speaker:

Live Long. Be Well.

Tammy Bray, PhD, Dean, College of Health and Human Sciences,

Oregon State University Call: 776-7371 to register

Registration cost: $20.00 per person or $30.00 per couple,

make checks payable to OSU

(includes healthy gourmet boxed lunch)

Registration is not confirmed until payment is received. Some scholarships available.

Massage therapists on site for chair massages during the presentation

Tai Chi Demonstration at noon

Space is limited call early!

For any further information contact:

Sharon Johnson M.S.
Associate Professor
Family and Community Development
569 Hanley Road
Central Point, OR 97502
(541) 776-7371 x210
s.johnson@oregonstate.edu

Please visit the statewide Family and Community Development Site.