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Making Oregon Vital for Elders (M.O.V.E)


Contact Information
Lynda Crandall
503-945-5918
Lgcrandall@comcast.net
Website: www.orculturechange.org

History
Launched at the July 2005 Pioneer Network Institute in Portland, OR.

Organizational Structure
The organizational structure is comprised of three committees:
  1. Communication
  2. Education
  3. Advocacy
Funding

  • Funding includes a grant from a local foundation for the development of a training DVD; 
  • Grant from a local foundation for organizational development;
  • In-kind contributions from the 2 provider organizations and the state aging office.
Major Activities This Year

  • Conducted five ½ day trainings, including two rural sites and one full day conference.
  • Hosted and facilitated three Pioneer Network MDS webinar viewings, including one rural site.
  • Total number of participants in 2011 education events is 414.
  • Held event to celebrate MOVE's anniversary. Peter Reed, CEO, Pioneer Network attended the Celebration and visited Oregon CC communities.
  • Created MOVEing Stories culture change highlights video for Celebration
  • Participated in Pioneer Network's Creating Home Phase II "Advocating for Change in How and Where We Age." Oregonians hosted ten small group discussions in a variety of settings: Churches, LTC Communities, Chamber of Commerce meetings, and in classrooms.
  • Conducted monthly committee meetings (Steering, Education, and Communication)
  • Steering Committee held annual strategic planning meeting
  • Increased number of volunteers working on all committees
  • Maintained web site;
  • Participated in the Pioneer Network's Coalitions monthly networking call
  • Participated as member of the PN Coalitions Committee (monthly meetings)
  • Conducted statewide provider survey relative to MOVE education offerings and provider preferences
  • Made a financial contribution to supporting one MOVE member to attend the Pioneer Network Conference.