Enriching Activities for
the “Fullness of Life” Program
Cornell Estates is committed to the health and well being of all seniors. Research has shown that keeping our mind and body active enhances our quality of life across the lifespan. Providing the Cornell Estates community of residents with art, education and musical opportunities as well as creating community partnerships has proven to be the right approach in fulfilling this goal for a happy, healthy lifestyle. Partnerships with area businesses, schools and churches are an integral part of our success in bringing meaningful activities to our residents, their families and for the greater community. This page is a snapshot of all the opportunities which Cornell Estates’ staff, residents, families and our partners have achieved toward a new paradigm of senior living we call the “Fullness of Life!”
Debbie Van Dyne, RN
Executive Director
Featured Activities for July:
Friday, July 2nd: History of American Marching Bands at 1:30pm in the party room
Monday, July 19th: The History of Stone Carving presented by Vancouver Granite @ 1:30pm in the party room.
Friday, July 23rd: Rich Slatta will take you on “A Fast Ride with America’s Cowboy” at 1:30pm in the party room.
Wednesday, July 28th: Poetry Outloud Club- A Choral Reading featuring favorite poems of yesteryear at 1:30pm in the party room.
Friday, July 30th: Travelogue- Northern European Getaway with Morgan Brown at 1:30pm in the party room.
- Cornell Estates bus provides a regular schedule for shopping trips, doctor appointments, the public library, art museums and country drives as well as excursions to the beach and other areas of interest around the state. You can be as busy as you want…it’s up to you!
Oregon Commission For the Blind Video

Life Long Learning
- Poetry Outloud
- Boost Your Memory
- Current Events
- Water Color
- Travelogues
- Educational Lectures
- PCC Write Your Life Story
- Cooking Demonstration
Community Engagement
- Friendly Visitors
- Pen Pals
- SMART
(Start making a Reader Today) - Quilts for Charity
- Librarians on Wheels
- Pacific University Student Projects
Captel Telephones for the hearing impaired

Spiritual & Renewal
- Bible Studies
- Prayer Meeting
- Catholic Communion
- Sunday Service
- National Day of Prayer Celebration

Recreation
- Card Games
- Bingo
- Play Pool
- Movies
- Board Games
SHIBA Medicare and Prescription Drug Information

Travel
- Tulip/Iris Gardens
- Spirit Mountain
- Museums
- Columbia Gorge
- Picnics
- Mystery Rides
- Hillsboro Symphony
- Shute Park Concerts
- Portland Zoo
- Community Events

Arts, Culture & Entertainment
- Knitting/Crochet Club
- Book Club
- Senior Serenaders
- Artist @ Cornell
- Accordion Dinner Music
- Pianist
- Entertainers
- Cornell Choir
- Intel Choir
- Hillsboro Symphony Performers
- Hillsboro Community Arts-Artist@ Cornell

Health & Wellness
- Stretch, Flex and Energize
- Work out circle
- Walking Club
- Blood Pressure Clinic
- Pretty Nails
- Facials
- Balance & Leg Strength
- Exercise Room
- Podiatry Services
- Pet Therapy
- Horticulture