Friendship Brigade

10/15/2026

Though not all our Canine Corps Teams were available to attend our Fall Gathering, we want to send them all a huge appreciation for all they do for Center 50+ and the local senior community. They are spreading smiles and calm to all those they meet. Thank you!

08/03/2026

Our Friendly Caller Outreach program is in need of male Friendly Caller volunteers. We have senior male patrons wanting to engage with another guy. Can you help?

All our Friendly Caller's are trained volunteers who make meaningful weekly phone calls to provide friendship and support.
How can a weekly call matter? It can help combat isolation and loneliness, provide positive support, and embrace aging as a journey of living Life on Purpose through the power of engaging conversations.

Let’s Connect! Contact us to learn more about how you can become a volunteer. Call: 503-588-6303
Email: [email protected]

07/08/2026

Do you know a homebound adult aged 50+ in the Salem/Keizer area, in need of a weekly check-in phone call?

Our Friendly Caller Outreach program's trained volunteers make meaningful phone calls to provide friendship and support. Regular calls help us all ensure your well-being and provide companionship.

How can a weekly call matter? It can help combat isolation and loneliness, provide positive support, and embrace aging as a journey of living Life on Purpose through the power of engaging conversations.

Let’s Connect! Our volunteers are ready. Contact us to learn more about how you can get a call.
Contact Center 50+: 503-588-6303
Email: [email protected]

06/24/2026

06/15/2026

Don't forget to stop by Center 50+ and visit our Canine Corps teams. They visit 2 days a week, 11am-1pm. Many of the teams also make monthly visits to local care facilities to spread some smiles and cheer. Canine Jane loves to have her belly rubbed and sometimes falls asleep!

05/04/2026

Are you prepared for the unexpected? Join Center 50+ for this popular and fast-paced interactive session designed specifically for you, your family, and loved ones. This signature workshop covers all the essentials. We’ll fortify you with refreshments and have plenty of demos to make the learning fun and accessible for everyone.

What You’ll Learn:
• How to Build a Personalized Emergency Kit (Go Bag)
• Creating and Storing Documents
• Creating a Communication and Evacuation Plan
• Local Emergency Alerts and Resources

Date: May 8th
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Cost: FREE
Location: Center 50+, Salem
Registration is FREE: Call 503-588-6303

04/23/2026

Join us to become a Friendly Caller volunteer, or if you are in need of a Friendly Caller yourself or know someone who is - let's connect!

Friendly Caller means:
Companionship: Our trained volunteers make meaningful phone calls to provide friendship and support.
Why It Matters: Combat isolation and loneliness, provide positive support, and embrace aging as a journey of living a Life on Purpose through the power of engaging conversations.

Spanish speakers are encouraged to join our community.
Contact us to learn more about how you volunteer or find a Friendly Caller. Center 50+ directly: 503-588-6303

04/07/2026

The Friendship Brigade program’s Canine Corps is looking for more volunteers. Our mission is to help minimize feelings of loneliness and isolation among Salem’s seniors. A bonus is that you get to meet new people, do something fun with your dog, and you can talk a lot about your dog, and nobody minds! A dog’s temperament, training, and handler attentiveness are key factors here. Dogs must love people, be calm and be comfortable in new settings. They need to have basic training and acceptable public behaviors and be responsive to basic commands. Contact us on how to get started as a volunteer. Center 50+: 503-588-6303
[email protected]

01/21/2026

THIS SATURDAY! Join Center 50+ for what promises to be a great event! Hope to see you there!

First ticket is free - second ticket is $10. It is never too late or early to plan your next chapter. Open to all ages that want to enter their retirement years well prepared! Or if you are a senior that wants to turn your retirement around- this is for you! Get your free ticket today at C50 . See you January 24th.

01/15/2026

Thank you to all our volunteer Card Makers for making beautiful cards! 2025 was a great year of creating and giving cards to seniors in need throughout the Salem and Keizer area.

Would you believe they meet once a month for 2 hours and created an estimated 5,000+ cards for various holidays, occasions, or just beautiful designs for distribution in 2025! WOW!