Help Bright Wood Remember and Celebrate 50 Years
Bright Wood turns 50 this year. You are part of that history and we are asking all Bright Wood associates and friends to share their photos and stories. Please use this online form to get started.
"Darkness to Light: Stewards of Children" Training Offered in Madras
Experts estimate that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually abused before their 18th birthdays (see the KIDS Center web site). Children’s safety is the job of adults. Just like at work, training helps us do our jobs better. Now Jefferson County folks have the opportunity to learn how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse by participating in a three-hour Darkness to Light workshop. The next session is scheduled for:
» Wednesday, August 25, 2010 | 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. | at the DHS Conference Room | 678 N.E. Hwy 97, Madras, OR
Contact Cindy at Saving Grace (formerly COBRA) to sign up or learn more. You can reach her by telephoning 541-475-1880 or e-mailing cindy@saving-grace.org. The training is typically scheduled once a month or by special request. The KIDS Center web site also lists other locations and dates for the training.
Get Microsoft Office for $9.95
As an associate of Bright Wood you are eligible to purchase Microsoft Office 2010 for use on your home computer. All you need to do is follow the instructions in the attached PDF document. The cost is $9.95 to download the software. You may optionally order the DVD for $12 more. Be aware that you can only make one purchase and it is tied to your corporate email address.
Special Offer for Wireless Internet Service
Bend Broadband is offering Bright Wood associates a special price for wireless Internet service in your home. You get Internet access for $39.99 per month (normally $44.99) with a $75 modem purchase (normally $100). Speeds typically are 5Mb to 10Mb depending on your location. Wireless service covers almost all of Central Oregon. Call Jennifer at 541-280-0421 and tell her you are a Bright Wood employee to get the rate.
Read to Boost Your Financial IQ
Thanks to Mid Oregon Credit Union, here are some articles from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) to help you manage your finances more wisely:
- » Decreased Debt vs. Increased Savings
- » Financial Management Tips for College Students
- » Income Tax Filing Tips
- » Resolve to Manage Your Credit Cards Better This Year
- » Should You Convert Your Regular IRA to a Roth IRA?
Dispose of Your Old Computer and TV the Right Way
As of January 1, 2010 Oregonians can no longer throw away computers, monitors, and TVs in the garbage. Instead you can recycle them for free through Oregon E-Cycles, a statewide program financed by electronics manufacturers. Every county has at least one E-Cycles collection site and you can find the one closest to you by visiting www.oregonecycles.org or calling toll free 1-888-532-9253. Other electronics such as keyboards, mice, DVD players, VCRs, video game consoles, printers, scanners, fax machines, and cell phones are not included in the free recycling program. More…
Depression and Your Health
More than 80 percent of people with clinical depression can be successfully treated. With early recognition, intervention, and support,
most individuals can overcome clinical depression and pick up where they left off.
- » Frequent thoughts of suicide or a suicide attempt.
- » Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness and pessimism.
- » An unexplained loss of appetite, with accompanying weight loss, or compulsive overeating.
- » Marked, continuing restlessness and irritability.
- » A gradual loss of interest in activities that used to provide enjoyment, including sex.
- » Increasing difficulty in concentrating, remembering and decision-making.
Get Financially Fit
The Bulletin (www.bendbulletin.com) published this article outlining the 10 steps to shape up your finances. It also lists where you can go for free credit counseling and other assistance in Central Oregon. Read it…
20/20 Eyecare Program
Bright Wood associates and their family members are eligible to participate in Madras Vision Source’s 20/20 Eyecare Program, which includes $20 off eye examinations and 20 percent off the purchase of frames, lenses, and special features like lens coatings and tints. Call 475-2020 to learn more or make an appointment.
Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program
NeighborImpact has a loan program to help homeowners afford projects like sewers, roofs, heating systems, handicap accessibility, and exterior paint. The loans are low interest and do not require monthly payments, instead payment is deferred. Homeowners must repay the loan once the house is rented, sold, refinanced, or when the 30-year period is met. Homeowners must fall within a specified income bracket to quality for a housing rehabilitation loan. Contact housing rehab specialist Karen Orme to learn more at 541-548-2380 ext. 111.
Free Checking Accounts
Bright Wood associates can apply for a free checking account with Mid Oregon Credit Union. Benefits include no minimum balance requirements, unlimited online banking, unlimited e-BillPay, a VISA debit/check guarantee card, ATM access to 25,000 CO-OP ATMs worldwide, one box of checks per year, and a ¼ percent discount on any auto/RV loan with automatic payments from this account. Pick up a membership application from your site's Personnel Department or visit your local branch. You can learn more by viewing Mid Oregon's introductory brochure, visiting their web site at www.midoregon.com, and by calling 382-1795.
Get Your MRI and Mammogram in Madras
Madras residents can save gas and time by having their MRIs and mammograms done in town at Mountain View Hospital, even if their doctor’s office is elsewhere. The Madras hospital has one of the most advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging machines in Central Oregon along with a digital mammogram machine. Your healthcare provider can view the images online instantly no matter where he or she is located.
Home Weatherization Program
Low income homeowners and renters living in houses, mobile homes, or multi-family complexes can take advantage of NeighborImpact’s Weatherization Program for free attic, wall, floor, duct and pipe insulation; health and safety testing; and energy education. Contact housing rehab specialist Karen Orme to learn more at 541-548-2380 ext. 111.
The Importance of Sleep
In the past, sleep was often ignored by doctors and surrounded by myths, but now we are beginning to understand the importance of sleep to overall health and well-being. In fact, when people get less than 6 or 7 hours of sleep each night, their risk for developing diseases begins to increase. More…
Warning Signs of a Stroke
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in America and the No. 1 cause of adult disability. That’s why it’s important to know the warning signs and understand how to respond quickly and properly if warning signs occur. More…