http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel en-us N/A engageinlife@gmail.com Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:25:55 EST 20 http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/880/1/Volunteer-Driving--Opportunities-at-the--VA-Medical-Center/Page1.html no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/880/1/Volunteer-Driving--Opportunities-at-the--VA-Medical-Center/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/879/1/Long-term-Healthcare-Choices-that-Offer-a-Longer-and-Better-Quality-Life/Page1.html By Abundant Living - Senior Care Home

What happens when you no longer feel safe living at home alone? Or you’re no longer able to take care of an elderly family member. Often times, when a longterm illness arises, or becomes worse, families are burdened with the heavy responsibility of finding a new living arrangement for themselves, or their loved ones. In the past, the only options available were found in the commercial settings of a Nursing Home or Assisted Living facility. But times have changed, and now thanks to the pace setting example the state of Oregon has set forth for the rest of the nation, we have an alternative. Once known as the “Adopt a Grandparent” program for the elderly and disabled, it is now recognized as the Private Senior Care Home or Adult Foster Home. These homes have popped up all over Coos County, totaling over thirty to date.

What’s the difference between an Adult Foster Home and a commercially run facility? In two words…A lot! But first, let’s look at the similarities. 1. Both the commercially run Nursing Home and the Adult Foster Home are licensed by the state after fulfilling the mandated requirements. 2. Each of them offer care for all stages of health, ranging from assisted living to intensive healthcare. 3. Both places offer activities, prepare your meals, do your laundry, administer your prescriptions, set your doctor appointments and schedule your transportation to and fro in addition to any other care needs you may require. So you may ask, what could possibly be so different between the two? Here are the differences…

1. Individualized Care that may help you live longer! A family owned Adult Foster Home cares for no more than five clients at a time, resulting in caregiver to patient ratios of often times 2 to 5 and sometimes 3 to 5. This is without a doubt one of the greatest benefits. A study done by the state has recently declared that the longevity of life for someone living in an Adult Foster Home is often times much longer than one lived in a commercial nursing home. This kind of individualized, one on one care is unsurpassed by the commercially run facilities, where they often times won’t exceed more than one caregiver per 15-30 clients.

2. Environment. Sometimes commercial facilities can feel a little, well…commercial. If you’re looking for something a little more inviting that reminds you more of home…look no further. The Adult Foster Home is where it’s at. The smell of cookies fresh out of the oven, a kitty cat purring on your lap, the warm, soft crackle of the fire on a cold winters day…these are some of the things you will experience at an Adult Foster Home. Why? Because this is a home where people live. A place they may see children playing in the yard. A place where your pet may be able to call home, as pets are almost always part of the lively atmosphere. This is not a place for you to be tucked away to patiently wait for the fateful day that the grim reaper comes knocking on your door. This is a place for you to LIVE. To experience love and joy and the true sense of family.

3. Cost. Let’s face it. The cost of our long-term care is very important to us, especially in these troubled economic times. You may be thinking that with all the benefits an Adult Foster Home offers, it would cost more than a commercially run facility. But in actuality, it almost always costs less. Sometimes up to 50% less! One of the reasons being that a family-run Adult Foster Home has much lower overhead, enabling them to pass the savings onto you.

4. Location. You don’t have to move to Coos Bay or North Bend to receive good care. If you are one of the many residents of the beautiful towns of Coquille, Myrtle Point or Bandon, you no longer have to leave your hometown to find good care in a home-like environment. You may even be able to stay in your own neighborhood, attend your church, visit your neighbors and still live with your faithful pet right by your side! If you’re interested in learning what Adult Foster Homes are available in your community, just contact the Department of Human Services at 756-2017. They will send you a list of Adult Foster Homes in your area that you can call to schedule a tour, as each one is very different. You can also ask for a free long-term care assessment for yourself or your loved one, that will help you become more aware of what your options are.
]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/879/1/Long-term-Healthcare-Choices-that-Offer-a-Longer-and-Better-Quality-Life/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/878/1/Budget-Committee--Members-Needed/Page1.html no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/878/1/Budget-Committee--Members-Needed/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/877/1/Ruth-Augsburger/Page1.html in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the direction of Myrtle
Grove Funeral Service-Bay Area, 269-2851.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Editor) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/877/1/Ruth-Augsburger/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/876/1/Alvin-John-Rode/Page1.html 2009 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the direction of
Myrtle Grove Funeral Service-Bay Area, 269-2851.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/876/1/Alvin-John-Rode/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/875/1/Steven-Michael-Burgess/Page1.html Steven Michael Burgess
June 3, 1954 - February 12, 2009

A Memorial Service will be held for Steven Michael Burgess, 54, of Coos Bay, at 4 p.m. on Thursday, February 26th at Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., in Coos Bay. Rev. Don Berney will officiate. Cremation rites have been held under the direction of Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary. Steven was born June 3, 1954 at Myrtle Point, Oregon, the son of Homer John and Marilyn Claire (McCulloch) Burgess.

He passed away February 12th at Coos Bay. Steven was raised and educated in Myrtle Point. He served in the United States Marine Corps and then moved back to Myrtle Point where he worked in the woods logging with his family. Steven later worked for several years at the Beaver Hill landfill. Steven had a great love of music, he enjoyed playing the guitar in many area bands, and he wrote and performed a lot of his own music. He will be missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by sons: Israel Michael Burgess, Brookings; Jason R. & Becky Burgess, Coquille and Steven W. Burgess of Coos Bay; daughters: Julie Ann Burgess, Monterey, CA and Delores Renee Burgess of Portland and 14 grandchildren; a brother, Randy Lynn Harris of Eugene ; sisters: Cheryl Hurst, Coos Bay; Sandra Kethcart, Eugene; Janice Kiser, Coquille, Rhonda Edlund, Eugene and Kathy Quick of Portland; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, John Dennis Burgess. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 541- 267-4216.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/875/1/Steven-Michael-Burgess/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/872/1/COOS-COUNTY-SHERIIFFS-DEPARTMENT-LOG/Page1.html 3:57 p.m. Garden Valley Rd. Suspicious subject is sitting on reporter’s front porch. Subject
Calvert warned regarding Criminal Trespass and was asked to leave the area. Subject is
attempting to hitchhike out of the area.
3:49 p.m. Rugh Ln. Caller reports that children are fighting - brother and sister fight. No
injuries. Male subject left residence already. Assault II and Interfering with a 911 call.
Subject detained and transported to Juvenile Department.
4:55 p.m. E. 15th St. Incomplete 911 call. Contact made at residence. Male very uncooperative
- not law enforcement, who was very friendly. No crime. Coquille Police Department
responded for cover.
5:31 p.m. Sharp Rd. Caller request a welfare check on step-son, who left a suspicious note
at residence saying that he was going to swim to china.
5:37 p.m. Rice Rd. Animal abuse. Caller reports that neighbor shot reporter’s Pomeranian
in the rear end. Dog was on his own property. Reporter contacted, unknown where the shot
came from. Investigation continuing.
7:31 p.m. Rainbow Ln. Dispute, Female reports lots of yelling and screaming at Langley
Trailer. Contact made with subjects.

FEBRUARY 17, 2009
3:09 a.m. N. Wasson. Female on cell phone reports fire in the house next door.
6:12 a.m. N. Baxter. Request file number for Assault.
7:28 a.m. N. Baxter. Subject turned himself in at Coos County Jail on Coos Bay Police
Department warrants. Timothy Donovan arrested for Failure to Appear on Assault IV and
Harassment. Additional warrants for Failure to appear on Driving Under Influence
Intoxicants and Failure to Perform Duties.
1:52 p.m. Chicken Point Rd. Littering. State employee is blocking in subject that was
dumping trash in the area. Subject is getting irate. Subject cited for offensive littering.

FEBRUARY 18, 2009
12:00 p.m. Hwy 101. Suspicious vehicle parked in front of residence. She was advised that
vehicle is not stolen, and will call Mast Bros. herself. Checked with Mast Bros, they
advised that subjects came and got the vehicle just as they were sending the tow truck out.
1:25 p.m. Fish trap Rd. accident. Two vehicle non-injury accident. two vehicles involved,
some lane blockage.
1:34 p.m. Hwy 42. Criminal mischief. Caller reports that someone messing with reporter’s
hot tub again. Reporter has pictures if needed.

FEBRUARY 19, 2009
8:38 a.m. Garfield. Medical assist. Relay from Bay Cities Ambulance that an elderly
female was involved in a ground level fall, she hit her head and experienced an altered
level of consciousness.
10:02 a.m. N. 8th St. Abandoned vehicle. Vehicle left in parking lot.
10:22 a.m. Beaver Creek Rd. Driving complaint. Road rage. Caller reports that a greenish
sliver colored Jeep Grand Cherokee being operated by a 30 year-old male who loves in the
area. Reporter pointed at him because he was speeding, he then began following to close
and flipping off the reporter.
10:22 a.m. Windy Ln. Assist public. Caller reports that neighbor is collecting metal which
is spilling over onto reporter’s property. Neighbor refuses to clean up items on reporter’s
property. Referred reporter to Commissioners for code violations. Will check area for items
that may be in the roadway. Suspect will move his pickup and remove the metal items on
reporter’s property.
10:37 a.m. Coos County. Incomplete 911 call. Could hear an older male talking in the back
ground. Possible misdial.
10:41 a.m. Hwy 101 & Beaver Hill. Relayed calls. Report of a speeding vehicle. Caller
transferred to Oregon State Police.
12:49 p.m. Crossroad Ln. Animal abuse. Male reports a black llama in roadway near robinson
residence. Arago area between Arago-Fishtrap & Lampa. Owner is not at home and
animal is at father’s residence for time being. Will attempt to contact tomorrow.
1:04 p.m. Rugh Ln. Assist public. Caller reports that husband is “freaking out” and needs
to go to the hospital. Reporter refused ambulance. Subject transported to Bay Area
Hospital.
5:50 p.m. Stanley & Rugh Ln. Follow up. Seized less than ounce of marijuana and paraphernalia.
6:12 p.m. Garden Valley Rd. Deceased subject. Patient is deceased. Assistance rendered.
Victim removed by Myrtle Grove Funeral.
7:05 p.m. Hwy 101. Property dispute. Civil issue. Reporter contacted by phone.
7:52 p.m. Middle Creek Rd. Suspicious conditions. Caller reports that neighbors are gone
and two cars are up their driveway. No one is there and everything appears to be okay. son
was supposed to come and get a boat, and it appears that he did.
10:19 p.m. E. 1st St. Lost animal. Lost dog. Small black Schnauzer that is blind & deaf and
wearing a silver collar. Goes by the name of “Max.”]]> no@spam.com (Sheriff's Department) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/872/1/COOS-COUNTY-SHERIIFFS-DEPARTMENT-LOG/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/871/1/COQUIILLE-POLIICE-LOG/Page1.html 10:29 a.m. N. Central Blvd. Vehicle released.
12:07 p.m. Central Ave. State Courts recalling a Warrant charging Patricia Noah with
Failure to Appear on Charge of Theft II. Warrant cleared and returned to the Court.
3:39 p.m. E. 11th St. Report of a possible Fraud.
3:43 p.m. E. 4th. Abandoned vehicle.
4:17 p.m. E. 11th St. Incomplete 911 call. Sounded like a small male child saying something
about someone being run over by a car. Called the house back and spoke to a male
who advised that there was a little argument going on. Kimberley Ann Martin was arrested
and charged with Assault III. She was transported to the Coos County Jail.
5:56 p.m. Coquille Bowling Alley. Attempt to Locate possible drunk driver.
6:07 p.m. W. 9th St. Report of a loud noise.
6:18 p.m. E. 11th St. Follow up.
8:20 p.m. McKays. Caller reports that her disabled vehicle is parked in the parking lot of
McKays and it will be there overnight.

FEBRUARY 14, 2009
5:34 a.m. N. Hemlock. Caller reports that the neighbors have had their music up too loud
all night.
7:13 a.m. N. Vernon St. Casual contact.
9:25 a.m. Fairview area. Driving complaint. Driving While suspended.
12:18 p.m. E. 5th St. Disorderly Conduct. Caller reports that the man acrss the street is acting
belligerent and very disorderly. Screaming at the reporter’s two young sons who are in
their own front yard shooting a cap gun that was purchased at McKays Market.
2:39 p.m. E. 11th St. Caller reports theft of dog and damage to their vehicle.
3:07 p.m. Knott St. Follow up. Wendi Smith Boutiette arrested and charged with Sexual
Abuse II, Contributing to Sexual Delinquency of Minor and Sexual Misconduct.
3:10 p.m. Coquille Police Department. Follow up. Conducting an interview.
4:20 p.m. North Bend Medical. Driving complaint. Report of an older blue Toyota pickup
driving through the parking lot at a high rate of speed.
9:18 p.m. E. 11th St. Assist outside agency. Oregon State Police would like the Coquille
Police Department to respond to location and see if the driver involved in a motor vehicle
accident is at that location. Would like a welfare check on him at this time.
10:52 p.m. Juniper. Casual contact. Out with vehicle at location.
11:23 p.m. Shelley Rd. Incomplete 911 call from location.

FEBRUARY 15, 2009
1:44 a.m. Mr. Zacks. Suspicious conditions. Out at location. Jed Alexander arrested for
Assault IV-Domestic.
11:35 a.m. 6th & Cedar. Small dog running at large.
12:24 p.m. E. 2nd St. Repossessed vehicle. Subject requests assistance in obtaining his car
keys.
1:24 p.m. Lincoln Elementary. Juvenile problem. Caller reports that a juvenile male is
walking on the roof of the school.
2:32 p.m. N. Baxter. Report of a lost purse.
3:51 p.m. Coquille Police Department. Assisting two juvenile’s with their bike helmets.
3:57 p.m. 6th & Cedar. Report of a dog at large.
4:45 p.m. E. 3rd St. Shots fired. Subjects shooting pellet gun into back yard of vacant
house.
5:09 p.m. N. Laurel & W. Central. Suspicious conditions. Gate is open.
7:24 p.m. E. 1st. Report of an intoxicated subject at location.
7:52 p.m. E. 11th St. Narcotics investigation. Caller reports finding drug paraphernalia in
room that was being rented out.
11:14 p.m. Hwy Deli Mart. Intoxicated subject.
4:59 p.m. N. Knott St. Suspicious conditions.

FEBRUARY 16, 2009
10:54 a.m. Community Building. Alarm activated.
1:37 p.m. N. Knott St. Stalking. Caller reports that subject keeps driving by their house.
2:02 p.m. Hwy 42& City limits. Traffic stop. Operator issued a warning for speeding.
3:55 p.m. N. Central Blvd. Follow up. Out with subject at the police department.
4:01 p.m. N. Central. Runaway juvenile. Caller reports that foster daughter just ran away.
5:04 p.m. E. 15th St. Assist outside agency. Requests cover on a possible verbal dispute.
6:01 p.m. W. Central & Fairview. Suspicious conditions. Out with a subject carrying a
mailbox on a large pole.
6:57 p.m. W. 4th St. Caller reports that juvenile has run away again. Juvenile returned
home.
8:33 p.m. E. 5th St. Assist public.
8:48 p.m. N. Elm & Central Ave. Out with a possible disabled vehicle.
9:07 p.m. Willow St. Assisting Myrtle Point Police Department with suicidal subject.
9:42 p.m. Hwy 42 & Dillard Dr. Out with a dead deer in the roadway.

FEBRUARY 17, 2009
9:29 a.m. W. 1st St. Suspicious subject. Reporter observing a subject attempting to get into
the old theater across from the community center.
9:40 a.m. N. Central. Intoxicated subject.
11:02 a.m. W. Central Ave. En route to Econo Rooter to take a burglary report.
12:37 p.m. Shelley Rd. Follow up.
2:30 p.m. N. Alder. Theft. En route to take a theft report.
6:08 p.m. E. 11th. Out on a Civil standby.
8:33 p.m. Coquille Community Center. Juvenile problem. Subject in front of Community
Center.
10:55 p.m. 10th & Central. Out making contact with a suspicious subject.

FEBRUARY 18, 2009
12:32 a.m. N. Dean St. Report of possible child neglect.
3:24 a.m. Baxter St & 3rd. Casual contact.
3:27 a.m. E. 1st & Shelley Rd. Water problem. Possible broken water line.
4:05 a.m. Central Ave. Criminal mischief.
6:48 a.m. Hwy 42 & Hwy Deli. Disabled vehicle.
9:26 a.m. McKinley Range. Training. En route to range.
11:34 p.m. Hwy Deli Mart. Casual contact. Contacting driver of vehicle, just pulled into
location.

FEBRUARY 20, 2009
12:47 a.m. Old GP Site & N. Adams. Patrol check. Out with a vehicle at location.
1:48 a.m. Safeway Pharmacy. Patrol check. Out at location.
2:07 a.m. Jefferson School. Patrol check. Out at location.
2:52 a.m. Safeway Pharmacy. Alarm going off at location again.
3:54 a.m. Safeway Pharmacy. Patrol check. Out at location.
5:31 a.m.. 11th & Juniper. Parking violation. Out with vehicle at location.
8:00 a.m. Safeway Pharmacy. Business alarm. En route to an alarm.
12:51 p.m. Lincoln Elementary. Juvenile problem.

FEBRUARY 21, 2009
1:13 a.m. 10th Street Market. Casual contact. Out with a vehicle at location.
3:01 a.m. Jefferson School. Patrol check. Out at location.
3:38 a.m. 3rd & Baxter. Traffic stop. Louise Billings arrested on charges of Possession
Controlled Substance, Schedule II and Possession Controlled Substance, less than 1 ounce
Marijuana. Citations issued for Driving While Suspended and Driving Uninsured.
Transported to the Coos County Jail.
11:59 a.m. Hwy 42 & Howe Rd. Traffic stop. Citation issued to Peter Holland for Failure
to Wear Seatbelt.
12:01 p.m. Hwy 42. Driving complaint. Caller request to speak to an officer regarding a
driving complaint that occurred near Safeway.
1:37 p.m. Central & Safeway. Report of a donkey at large.
2:41 p.m. E. Central. Medical assist. Request an ambulance.
4:06 p.m. E. 4th St. Follow up. Citation issued to Adam Shade for Reckless Driving.
6:33 p.m. N. Central St. Menacing. Caller reports that subject came out of business and
told them to leave the area.

FEBRUARY 22, 2009
12:33 a.m. Coquille Broiler. Harassment. Kerry Torres arrested and charged with
Harassment. Lodged in the Coos County Jail.
2:18 a.m. Shelley Rd. Report of a fight.
8:56 a.m. N. Elliott St. Incomplete call. Static on the line.
11:10 a.m. Hwy 42 & Hwy 42S. Traffic stop. Citation issued to Gerald Roby for Failure to
Wear Seatbelt.
2:01 p.m. Hwy 42 & W. Central. Traffic stop. Citation issued to Karl Laboto for Failure to
Wear Seatbelt.
3:12 p.m. Dillard & Hwy 42. Disabled vehicle.
3:34 p.m. W. 4th Street. Report of a runaway juvenile.
3:35 p.m. W. Central & Hwy 42. Traffic stop. Citation issued to James O’Connor for
Violating Posted Speed, 55/40.
3:52 p.m. N. Collier. Assist public. Request assistance in locating subject.
5:49 p.m. Shelley Rd. Traffic stop. Warning issued to Ryan Lee for Failure to Operate
Traffic Control Device.
8:50 p.m. N. Dean St. Department of Human Services. Report of possible child neglect.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Police Log) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/871/1/COQUIILLE-POLIICE-LOG/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/870/1/St-Patricks-Dinner/Page1.html
The cost is $10 per plate. For more information contact Ron Horbatiuk at 756-0161 or leave a message at the Church Office, 756-0633.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/870/1/St-Patricks-Dinner/Page1.html http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/869/1/Lenten-Services-at-Christ-Lutheran-Church/Page1.html
This Lent the services will include messages based on the “Seven Last Sentences of Jesus from the Cross”. All are welcome to attend the “soup supper” and the informal Lenten service.]]> no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) http://www.oregonbeacon.com/CoquilleSentinel/articles/869/1/Lenten-Services-at-Christ-Lutheran-Church/Page1.html