December 2025 Newsletter

Dear Friends, As 2025 draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on a year enriched by progress, engagement, and shared experiences. The Association of Seniors of Indian Origin (ASIO) Board sincerely thanks our members and community for their continued trust and support. Your presence has played a vital role in making this year memorable

In this issue, you will find information about the following:

Food Drive in November
Upcoming Dec events
2026 Membership details
2025 Highlights
Other ASIO groups and meetings

Food Drive in November:

Thanks to all members who brought food items to donate. All the items were donated (About 200 pounds) to the Oregon Food Bank.

December Meeting

Date: Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 Time: 2:30 – 4:15PM Venue: Beaverton City Library, 12375 SW 5th St, Beaverton, OR 97005 (Meeting Room A) Price: Free

Topic1: Understanding Physical Therapy Speakers: Kevin Isitani and Amy Shepro Tanous Physical Therapists at Therapeutic Associates Join us for an informative talk covering:

Fall prevention strategies
Helpful exercises and tips
What physical therapy is and how it can benefit your health

Topic2: Silk, the Queen of Textiles Speaker: Dr. Ramakant Upadhyay India is the second largest producer of silk in the world. Join us and learn a little bit about this beautiful fabric. Tea and snacks provided by ASIO. 2026 Membership

While membership is optional, it plays a vital role in keeping our events free, ensuring broader accessibility for seniors.

Your membership dues and donations support this initiative, and we welcome you to be a part of it. Please consider joining by clicking on MemberRegistrationDetails – ASIO, or you may bring a check to one of our events.

Membership Fees:

$40 per person
$70 per couple

2025 Highlights

This year has been filled with moments that brought our community closer together and propelled us forward. Let’s revisit some standout highlights:

- Elder Safe Program with Washington County Sheriff’s office – Elder Abuse | Washington County, OR.
- Floral arrangement class by Anila Shah.
- Photography, phacts and phakes by Hindus for Human Rights. To see the slides, Final Photography, Phacts, and Phakes
- 211 Info: Connect. Inform. Empower, Call 211 for Essential Community Services | United Way 211
- Meeting with Portland City Councilor, Sameer Kanal
- Washington County’s Sherriff’s Office provided safety tips for the seniors.
- Take Better Photos by Sunil Kulkarni.
- Talks by Dr. Meenakshi on Depression.
- Talk by Dr. Poothullil on the Role of Protein Supplements on Healthy Living.
- Zumba class lead by the founder of Step with Purpose, LLC, Preeti Mani.
- Community movie screening of “Fiddler on the Roof“
- Summer Picnic in June, July and August to Cape Lookout State Park, Rood Bridge Park and Cook Park.

Other ASIO Groups and Meeting

ASIO Inter-generational Book Club

We will discuss “Rough Sleepers” by Tracy Kidder on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 11 AM to noon. Please note that this is also the book chosen by “One Book One Beaverton” event sponsored by Beaverton City Library. There will be opportunities to join other book discussions around the town and to meet the author in the month of Jan – Feb. Please click the link One Book, One Beaverton | Beaverton City Library, OR – Official Website To join ASIO book club, contact us at office@ovapdx.com or info@asiopdx.org

ASIO Hiking Group

Every weekend, a group of enthusiasts go on short hiking trips around the town. To join, email: office@ovapdx.com or info@asiopdx.org

Bingo Games

Every Monday and Thursday Evenings Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM PST Join via WhatsApp group Contact: 503-935-7614 (WhatsApp only) No money exchanged. Just for fun! More info: Dr. Kantilal – 1-217-370-5066 Thank you all for your support and engagement. We hope to see you in our future meetings. Have a wonderful New Year! Best regards, ASIO Planning Committee

ASIO Mission: Building a thriving, strong, and supportive community for seniors of Indian origin by staying engaged, connected, and informed.