Kokoro Kai Receives $17K!

Availabilities at Nikkei Manor!

Enter a calm and serene space in the midst of the lively hustle and bustle world of the International District! Nikkei Manor currently has four lovely apartments available.

Whether you want to appreciate the Seattle sunrise, watch the comings and goings at 'Waji's, or luxuriate in the privacy of a one-bedroom apartment, Nikkei Manor has a place for you!

Find a new home and make new friends (or discover old ones) in a warm, caring atmosphere with wonderful neighbors and staff to keep you company. Leave your worries behind, and let the staff take care of the chores while you enjoy group activities and classes, go on a shopping spree, or just take it easy.

If you need a safe, caring home on a temporary basis, please consider respite care. Nikkei Manor will provide all that you need for your stay.

For more information, please contact Reneé Levesque, Nikkei Manor Director, at rlevesque@nikkeiconcerns.org or (206) 726-6467.

Nikkei Concerns offers quality outpatient rehabilitation care at Seattle Keiro!

On December 4th, Seattle Keiro opened its doors to its comprehensive rehabilitation clinic for residents and members of the general public.

A team of highly skilled and professional clinicians – physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists – will work with you to maximize your safety and independence. You will benefit from individualized treatment programs developed in consultation with your doctor.

Services include, but are not limited to, orthopedic, neurological, degenerative, and communication health concerns.

• Physical Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Therapy

For more information please call Troy Kirk, Marketing Manager, at (206) 726-7839.

•   14 k. gold Tsuru (Crane) charm	$85
•   "Ichiro" on "Ichiro" book	Special $15
•   30th Anniversary Custom Crafted Kimono Vase	$75

Thank You to Our Donors for These Gifts! (As of 12/15/2006)
Your generous gift will impact the health and happiness of our elders today and for many years to come. Thank you!

Annual Campaign
$1,000-2,499
M. and W. Fechner
Mack and Setsu Harada
Yukio and Yukino Imada
Richard and Kathryn Miyauchi Advised Fund
Hideko Yabuki

Endowment Campaign
Tsuyoshi and Yayoi Inouye Endowment Fund
$5,000-9,999
Ruby Inouye Shu

Seattle Keiro Bathing Room Update: Many thanks to our lead donors and all of our donors for their outstanding faith and support! We raised a net total of over $50,000!!!

Your donation makes a positive difference in the lives of our elders. To donate, please call (206) 323-7100. To every individual, family, business and corporation...thank you for your support!

Our Current Wish List:
Seattle Keiro

• 2 basic laptop computers, preferably with a network card and loaded with Microsoft Windows and Office
• costume jewelry, new jigsaw puzzles, lightweight cotton blankets, wheelchair tote bags, and stuffed animals for bingo prizes
• antique Japanese or new Asian furnishings and decor
• new Powerpoint projector
• large plasma/flat screen tv

To see more items, click here

Volunteer Position of the Month
Kokoro Kai participants need volunteer drivers who can provide transportation services with their own vehicles from the participant's home to Kokoro Kai and back.

Seattle Keiro, Skilled Nursing Facility

• Sewing Volunteers
• Entertainers
• Activity Helpers
• Volunteer Drivers
• Licensed Beauticians

Nikkei Manor, Assisted Living Community

• Volunteer Drivers
• Activity Helpers
• Garden Care Helpers
• Entertainers

Kokoro Kai, Adult Day Program

• Volunteer Drivers
• Transportation Escorts
• Activity Helpers

Nikkei Horizons, Continuing Education Program

• Data Entry Assistant
• Volunteer Drivers for one day/over night tours
• Computer Instructors
• Sign Language Class Instructors

You can make a difference in the lives of our elders. Volunteer today. Call the Seattle Keiro front desk at (206) 323-7100.

PLACES TO SEE, THINGS TO DO WITH NIKKEI HORIZONS

TOUR UPDATE WI07/T-09 CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL IN WASHINGTON DC* This is the first cross-country tour offered by Nikkei Horizons! For five fun-filled days, visit numerous historical sites and monuments (including the National Japanese American Memorial), tour the White House, enjoy cruises, shopping, and dinner theater, as well as the National Cherry Blossom Festival! You'll also take in the Smithsonian Institution and National Museum and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. This tour will fill quickly, so sign up ASAP! There will be a lot of walking on this tour, so wear comfortable shoes and clothing. • 5 am (Wed.)-9:30 pm (Mon.), Wed.– Mon., April 11 - 16 Guided Tour: Seattle Buddhist Church Parking Lot (Limit: 22) $1,989 pp/double, $2,379pp/single (includes a roundtrip air fare, transportation, 5 deluxe continental breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 lunch cruise, 1 dinner/entertainment, 4 dinners, 1 evening entertainment, all attraction fees) *Tour schedule subject to change* DC TOUR PAYMENT CRITERIA $300 deposit to save your space Non-refundable after Friday, January 19 Make the full payment by Friday, February 9 Indicate on your registration form if you need Nikkei Horizons transportation to/from Sea Tac * see Nikkei Horizons Winter 2007 Schedule for more details! WINTER SCHEDULE NEWS NEW CLASSES STARTING IN JANUARY! WI07/C-33 JAPANESE CONVERSATION FOR FUN! This class is designed for people who have basic knowledge of the Japanese language. You will learn current Japanese words and make simple conversations, such as for traveling or in everyday life. You are not allowed to use English in the class. But do not worry, our new instructor, Miyuki Mitsumoto, will assist you in Japanese to gain your Japanese conservation skills in the FUN class! Requirement: Beginning/Beyond Beginning Japanese conversation classes or students who can make basic Japanese sentences. • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Mondays, Jan. 8 - March 5 (no class 1/15) at Seattle Buddhist Church Instructor: Miyuki Mitsumoto Limit: 12 Tuition: $30 (65+older), $40 (64-under) WI07/C-18 HAND QUILTING WITH DIANE Join this fun hand quilting class! Diane Taniguchi is very flexible and welcomes beginners to advanced level participants. Bring your project and/or fabrics you have been saving but had no idea what to do with it! Diane will give you great suggestions to get started and help to complete your project! • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Thursdays, Jan. 11 - March 15 at Seattle Buddhist Church Instructor: Diane Taniguchi Limit: 12 Tuition: $30 (65+older), $40 (64-under) The Nikkei Horizons Winter Schedule is available, and we are accepting registration forms. If you would like a copy of the schedule, please click here or ask at the Seattle Keiro or Nikkei Manor front desks. Nikkei Horizons reserves the right to deny participation in any of its programs. Nikkei Horizons wishes you very happy holidays! Thank you for your support throughout the year.

Send registration and payment for all activities to: Nikkei Horizons, 700 6th Ave. S, Seattle, WA 98104. E-mail Nikkei Horizons for more information.