Team Senior Referral Services, Inc.

12/08/2025

12/06/2025

We’re a small but mighty team that’s works diligently to fill voids, solve problems and assist seniors and veterans in need! To celebrate a year of thousands of successful touches and solutions… we got dressed up and headed to dinner after celebrating Christmas 🎄❤️🎄

It is truly a blessing to work with every single one of these ladies! They are the real SUPER HEROES and I love that we are all great friends!❤️

Thanks to the genuine support from our southern Oregon community, we continue to grow, and that allows us to take care of even more people… 

We truly love serving you! 🙏🙏🙏

12/05/2025

✨ Celebrating the Incredible Cheryl Bright! ✨

Today we want to shine a spotlight on someone who pours her heart into our Veteran community all year long — Cheryl Bright.

Since 2023, Cheryl has been the driving force behind the fundraising that ensures Veterans in both Grants Pass and Medford can enjoy a free monthly breakfast. Her commitment hasn’t wavered for a moment. Month after month, year after year, Cheryl rallies support, raises funds, and works behind the scenes to keep this tradition going strong.

But it’s not just her fundraising that makes Cheryl exceptional — it’s who she is.

Every breakfast begins the same way: Cheryl at the door, greeting Veterans with
💛 a warm smile,
💛 heartfelt gratitude,
💛 and often a hug that reminds them they matter.

While Team Senior may plan the agenda, coordinate speakers, and gather resources, Cheryl brings the heart alongside Jamie Callahan. They set the tone, make people feel welcome, and remind our Veterans that their service is honored and appreciated. They will both tell you that this is their favorite day of every month.

Thank you, Cheryl, for being the bright light that you are. We are so grateful for you! ✨🇺🇸💛

12/03/2025

🎄 Holiday Meals for Homebound, Low-Income Seniors 🎄

Team Senior is once again offering free holiday meals for homebound seniors in our community who are low income. This is something we’ve proudly done for many years, and we truly love seeing familiar faces (and meeting new ones!) every holiday season. ❤️

This year’s meal will include ham or turkey plus several side dishes. Please note:
🍽️ Meals are delivered unprepared.
🔥 You must be able to cook the meal in your home.

🚗 Team Senior will deliver the meal to you at your home sometime near Christmas.

📞 Supplies are limited, so please call as soon as possible to reserve your meal.
If we’ve already heard from you, you do not need to call again.

➡️ Visit www.teamsenior.org
or call (541) 295-8230 to get on the list.

Thank you for allowing us to serve this beautiful community year after year. ❤️🎁

12/01/2025

Episode 32 Is Live! — HomeShare Oregon: A New Path to Affordable Housing

Oregon is facing a senior housing crisis, and HomeShare Oregon is offering a real, practical solution.

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Toni Wallick to explain how their program helps homeowners rent out a room and gives seniors and low-income adults a safe, affordable place to live.

Toni breaks down:
✔️ How the matching platform works (yes, it’s as easy as a “housing dating app”)
✔️ How HomeShare Oregon keeps everything free — including background checks
✔️ Why this model is becoming essential for seniors living on Social Security
✔️ How to create a profile and get started today

If you or someone you know is struggling to find affordable housing, this episode could be a game-changer.

🌐 Learn more: HomeShareOregon.org
🎧 Listen now: TeamSenior.buzzsprout.com

11/28/2025

Thankful most to these fine folks! ❤️

11/24/2025

🔥 NEW EPISODE — Diabetic Neuropathy Relief That Actually Works

If you or someone you love has diabetes, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Diabetic neuropathy affects nearly 40% of diabetics — and for many, the burning, numbness, and pain can become unbearable. But there’s a breakthrough treatment changing lives right here in Southern Oregon… and it’s covered by insurance.

In this episode, Jamie talks with Dr. Sean Sills from Touchstone Interventional Pain Center about spinal cord stimulation — a minimally invasive procedure that can bring pain down to a 2 out of 10 or less. Some patients even regain sensation and mobility after years of suffering.

🎧 Listen here: https://teamsenior.buzzsprout.com

📞 Touchstone Pain Center: 541-773-1435

If diabetic neuropathy is impacting your quality of life, this episode may give you new hope.

11/21/2025

🌿✨ A Trusted Recommendation from Jamie Callahan at Team Senior ✨🌿

I’m excited to share a local business I wholeheartedly believe in — Zehe Scapes, LLC, owned by Blake Zehe.

I’ve known Blake and his family for many years, and they are truly some of the most ethical, kind, and big-hearted people in our community. Their lives revolve around serving others — Blake’s dad is a veteran who volunteers with hospice, and his mom works for one of the best home health agencies in Southern Oregon. This is a family rooted in compassion, integrity, and service.

At Team Senior, we never promote other companies unless we know, without question, that we can trust the people behind the business. We recommend only those who demonstrate exceptional character and a genuine commitment to seniors and our community.

💚 We have total confidence in Blake and his new company, Zehe Scapes, LLC.

Whether you need yard maintenance, landscaping help, or someone you can trust around your home or your loved ones, Blake is exactly that person.

📞 You can reach Blake at 541-507-7252
📘 Or connect with him on Facebook at Zehe Scapes, LLC

Support a local family, a local veteran household, and a business built on heart. 💚

11/21/2025

🌟 Senior Su***de & Addiction: What We Need to Know — and How We Can Help

Growing older brings many changes — in health, in relationships, in energy, and sometimes even in hope. For some seniors, these changes feel overwhelming. Depression, anxiety, chronic pain, the loss of a spouse or friends, declining mobility, and financial strain can all create an incredibly dark season of life.

Too many older adults turn to alcohol or drugs to cope… and some may even see su***de as an escape.

But there is hope. When we understand these struggles and know what to look for, we can support our seniors with compassion, dignity, and real solutions. 💛

🌿 The Hidden Struggles

Older adults face unique risks — and across the country, they are among the most likely to die by su***de. Many never speak openly about their pain. They may fear being a burden or feel ashamed to admit loneliness or despair.

Here in Oregon, the risks are especially high. Physical illness, loss of independence, social isolation, and substance misuse can combine into a dangerous spiral.

Addiction in later life is rarely about recreation. It’s about escaping grief, anxiety, or relentless loneliness. A drink or a pill might numb the pain for a moment — but dependence grows, and hope diminishes.

🤝 Why Connection Matters

One of the strongest protective factors? Human connection.

Isolation is one of the biggest risk factors for both su***de and addiction. When seniors feel cut off from the people they love, they may believe they no longer matter.

But even small acts of connection can restore purpose:
📞 A weekly phone call
🚶 A walk with a neighbor
🏡 Joining a senior center activity

Many older adults say they don’t need “care” — but what they do need is companionship. And companionship services are often far more affordable than caregiving.

💬 Responding with Empathy

We must meet seniors where they are — without judgment.
Listen gently. Validate their feelings. Let them know they are not a burden.

And yes — asking about suicidal thoughts can be lifesaving.

Warning signs to watch for:

• Talking about hopelessness or being a burden
• Withdrawing from social activities
• Increased alcohol or drug use
• Big changes in sleep, appetite, or energy

If you see these signs, take them seriously. Encourage reaching out for help.

🌈 Paths Toward Healing

Recovery is possible — and it often requires a blend of support:

🧠 Therapy (CBT, problem-solving therapy, motivational interviewing)
🤝 Support groups (AA, SMART Recovery)
👩‍⚕️ Medical care (addressing depression, anxiety, chronic pain, medication interactions)
🌱 Whole-person wellness (movement, nutrition, hobbies, volunteering, faith communities)

Small steps really can restore dignity and hope.

✨ TIP for folks that want to help: Invite an isolated neighbor to dinner, or a single friend from bible studies — especially during the holidays. This simple act can truly save a life.

📍 Local Resources – Southern Oregon

Here are trusted organizations ready to help:

• 988 Su***de & Crisis Hotline – If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here.
📞 Call or Text 988 | 🌐 988lifeline.org

• Team Senior Referral Services, Inc. – Free guidance to connect seniors with care.
📞 (541) 295-8230 | 🌐 teamsenior.org

• ADRC – Aging & Disability Resource Connection – Your central resource hub.
📞 (541) 618-7572 | 1-855-ORE-ADRC

• PEARLS Program (RVCOG) – Free in-home counseling for adults 55+.
📞 (541) 864-9611 | rvcog.org

• AccentCare Home Health, Medford – Exceptional in-home medical & mental health support.
📞 (541) 414-1800 | accentcare.com

• Options for Southern Oregon – Counseling, crisis services, older-adult specialists.
📞 (541) 474-5360 | optionsonline.org

• Hearts With a Mission – Hearts for Seniors – Volunteer companionship.
🌐 heartswithamission.org

• VA Programs – Military Lines for Life
📞 (888) 457-4838 | linesforlife.org

💛 A Gentle Reminder

Aging can bring painful changes — losing friends, losing mobility, losing independence. These experiences can feel heavy, isolating, or hopeless.

But even in difficult seasons, life can still hold meaning, purpose, and connection.

To every senior who feels forgotten:

You are not alone.
You are not a burden.
You matter.

If you are trying to help someone and you don't know where to start on your own, reach out — to Team Senior at (541) 295-8230, the ADRC at 1-855-673-2372, or simply to a trusted friend.

11/17/2025

While most are carving turkey, Melissa Mlasco is reviewing Medicare plans.

She and her team at Futurity First work straight through Thanksgiving to ensure every senior gets the best Medicare Advantage and prescription coverage before the Dec. 7 deadline.

In this episode, Melissa breaks down how Medicare Advantage works, what’s changing in 2026, and how to make sure your plan fits your life — doctors, prescriptions, benefits, and all.

🎧 Full episode: https://teamsenior.buzzsprout.com