Through the leadership of co-chairs, Lauree Seko and Harold Taniguchi, in addition to the immense support of over 300 golfers, sponsors, donors and volunteers, Nikkei Concerns raised over $50,000 from its 5th Annual Founders' Golf Benefit held on October 2nd at the Rainier Golf & Country Club. The proceeds from this event will directly benefit the residents and participants of Nikkei Concerns' four programs.

Thirty-seven foursomes enjoyed a full day of golf which was followed by a dinner and award banquet. The names of the first place team members, Dr. Frank Hori, Tom Shimozato, Dale Petrich and Ray Otani, are now inscribed on the Nikkei Concerns Founders' Golf trophy. This perpetual trophy is displayed in the lobby of Seattle Keiro for public viewing. All winning teams were honored during the dinner program, which also included a live auction and raffle. An evening highlight was the $1 million hole-in-one attempt by Bob Hashimoto on behalf of Ed Shigihara.

Another highlight was the participation of Susan S. Oki, who started her official first day as the new CEO of Nikkei Concerns. Nikkei Concerns Board President, Harold Taniguchi said "We are very excited about Susan coming on board. She brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, and represents a wonderful match for our CEO position." Ms. Oki golfed a full day and later spoke during the evening's program. (Photo: Susan Oki, at right, visiting with Ayame Kai golfers.)

Thank you to the many generous sponsors, in-kind donors, volunteers and participants who once again made this benefit one of Nikkei Concerns largest annual fundraising events. A special thank you to MulvannyG2 Architecture for being the title sponsor for a fourth year.

Please Give Before October 31, 2006 to Double Your Dollars

We need to raise $25,000 to complete our Opening Doors to New Possibilities Campaign and begin construction on Seattle Keiro's second floor bathing room. Your gift today will help our residents by:

• Making bathing a safe and enjoyable experience for our residents
• Utilizing natural colors, materials and elements and improve ventilation and lighting to make the bathing room a more home-like experience
• Increasing the independence and ease of bathing
• Creating barrier-free showers that allow greater accessibility for those with limited mobility

Thanks to a very generous lead matching gift from resident family members, the Lung Tsuchiya Family and supporting matching gifts from Masako Murakami and Rich and Kandy Furukawa, Tsuboi & Shimomura Families, every dollar you give before October 31, 2006 will be matched dollar for dollar up to $14,400, making your gift go further. You may donate by mail or on-line by clicking here. Thank you for your support!

Saturday, November 11, 2006
9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Midori Community Room, Midori Condominiums
1515 E. Yesler Way, Seattle, WA 98122
(Entrance to the Midori Community Room is located immediately west of the Seattle Keiro front entrance on 16th Avenue South. Enter through the wooden gate.)

A delicious continental breakfast will be served.

Space is limited, so please RSVP by Wednesday, November 8th to Sara Oshikawa-Clay at 206-726-6522 or sarao@nikkeiconcerns.org

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

Annual Ayame Kai Holiday Craft Fair
Saturday, November 18th, 2006

Join your friends and the community at this much anticipated fundraiser to support the elders of Nikkei Concerns. The aroma of warm, home baked apple pies will fill the air. Plus, you'll find an assortment of delicious Asian foods to buy. Do your holiday shopping as you visit the booths of crafters and artists from Washington, Oregon, California and Canada. See you there!

A New Location:		Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church 3001 – 24th Avenue South, Seattle, WA
Time:		10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
For Information Call:		Shizue Yahata at (425) 827-4930 Cheryl Sakura at (425) 255-8723

•   14 k. gold Tsuru (Crane) charm	$68
•   "Ichiro" on "Ichiro" book	Special $15
•   30th Anniversary Custom Crafted Kimono Vase	$75

MAJOR GIFTS TO NIKKEI CONCERNS
Thank You to Our Donors for These New Gifts! (As of 10/15/2006)
Your generous gifts will impact the health and happiness of our elders today and for many years to come. Thank you.

Annual

$5,000-9,999

• Muckleshoot Charity Fund

$1,000-2,499

• Anonymous
• Norman and Linda Furukawa, in memory of their parents, Yoshikazu and Sachiko Furukawa
• Lloyd Inouye
• JKU Foundation
• Dr. Ruby Inouye Shu, in memory of all her Issei residents
• Rose Kasahara, in memory of Tom Kasahara
• John and Reiko Sato Foundation
• Kiyofumi Tachibana, in memory of Janice Tachibana
• Margaret Uchimura

$500-999

• Tosh and Sue Akamatsu, in memory of Yoshiko Akamatsu
• Serena Chapman, in memory of Check and Helen Fong
• Amy Doi, in memory of Sue Kikoshima and Jim Doi
• Richard Kinoshita
• Steve Omoto
• Henry Tai

Also, thank you to Sugawara Teruo for donating materials for new bibs, to the Washington Mutual volunteers for participating in this year's Day of Caring, and to the following gardeners for brightening lives with their hard work & talents: Frank Kawasaki, Frank Mizukami, Bob Nakayama, Frank Nomiyama, Herb Saito and Ted Tamaki.

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

Our Current Wish List:

• Gas & briquette BBQs, three saltwater fish tanks and cut flowers for Nikkei Manor
• A new power point projector for Seattle Keiro
• Digital or non-digital camera for Volunteer Services
• Multi-media projector, oven range for 3rd floor kitchenette, two DVD recorders for Seattle Keiro Music stand for musicians entertaining Kokoro Kai participants
• Bingo prizes for Nikkei Manor residents – such as notepads, small dolls, baseball caps, pens Lightweight cotton blankets, wheelchair tote bags, bingo prizes such as costume jewelry, new jigsaw puzzles & stuffed animals for our Seattle Keiro residents
• "Ultra Violet Ray" to sanitize beautician's tools at Seattle Keiro
• ID Badge printer
• Antique Japanese or new Asian furnishings for Seattle Keiro: large plasma/flat screen tv, lamps, couches and loveseat sets, framed artwork, living room styled chairs, end tables, sofa tables, display cabinets.
• Nikkei Horizons: Japanese calligraphy materials, a DVD player, a color printer, a digital camera, up to 14 computers (PC hard drives only, less than 3 years old with CD-RW drive (CD burner), small amplifier and microphone system, plywood cabinet (to house server)
• Nikkei Manor new furnishings: loveseats, living room styled chairs
• Kokoro Kai participants and Nikkei Manor residents wish for Japanese rice bowls, lightweight wheelchairs, large maps of Japan, Europe and the world, books and video tapes on dancing - especially on modern dancing
• A marketing kiosk/display board
• Professional exterior signage for Nikkei Concerns' passenger vans

To see more items, click here

Seattle Keiro, Skilled Nursing Facility

• 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

• 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 Shoko Glover at Volunteer Services 206-726-7830.

PLACES TO SEE, THINGS TO DO WITH NIKKEI HORIZONS

TOUR UPDATE Stay Tuned! Plans are underway for an exciting tour, "Washington, D.C. Cherry Festival and Civil War to Virginia," which will take place April 11-18, 2007. Mark your calendar! Please let Kaori Higashino know at khigashino@nikkeiconcerns.org or call (206) 726-6469 if you are interested in participating. WINTER SCHEDULE NEWS Nikkei Horizons is planning to mail out the Tayori Winter 2007 Schedule on Thursday, December 14, 2006, and will start accepting registration forms on Tuesday, December 26, 2006. If you do not receive the Tayori by registration day, please call Darcia Tanabe at 206-726-6550. FA06/W-14 GOOD NUTRITION FOR HEALTHY AGING Research studies are continually uncovering new evidence about the link between good nutrition and healthy aging. But figuring out how to apply this information to your individual health and wellness goals can be a challenge. Come to this workshop and learn about: The best type of diet for impacting particular risk factors and health issues Nutritional concerns for older adults Strategies for planning balanced meals at home and while dining out Guidelines for choosing the right supplements Heather Nakamura is a registered dietitian with Master's degrees in both Nutrition and Exercise Physiology. • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, Wednesday, November 8 at Midori Condos Instructor: Heather Nakamura, MPE, MS, RD Limit: 20 Tuition: $15 FA06/C-21 INTRODUCTION TO SPREADSHEETS In this Microsoft Excel (Spreadsheet) based class, you will work and develop skills using the spreadsheet designed within the Excel application. You will gain an understanding of the different features and capabilities of the Excel program. In class, you will construct a very simple Household budget and enter mathematical formulas so the computer will do the calculations for you, without any errors. • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm , Thursdays, Nov. 2 - Nov. 30 (no class 11/23) at KMH Instructor: Jack Matsui & Kazumi Dixon Limit: 14 Tuition: $35 (65+older), $45 (64-under) Nikkei Horizons reserves the right to deny participation in any of its programs.

Click here for the complete Nikkei Horizons Fall 2006 schedule.

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