Angel News
The official newsletter of Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services of Newberg, Oregon
VOL. 1, ISSUE 1
A life full of faith, love and lasting memories
by Jane
Morlan
Merle
Campbell
has lived a
full life,
and she
has great
memories.
To know
her is to feel blessed in every way. I’ve
never found anyone to be so welcoming
and kindhearted, and I count Merle as
one of my friends. She was eager to tell
me about her life and what Visiting An-
gels has meant to her these past few
years.
It all started when Merle met her
future husband, Roy, at a church camp
when they were both only 12 years old.
After seeing each other off and on at
various church events during those early
years, they finally started dating. They
eventually married at the age of 24.
Award given to local owners of Visiting Angels
Congratulations to Jeff Chambers
and his wife, Kelly Smith-Chambers,
owners of Visiting Angels in Newberg,
they have been recognized as the
2011 "Best of Home Care," by Home
Care Pulse, a leading third party pur-
veyor of client satisfaction surveys.
Awarded to the top 25% of agencies
in client and employee satisfaction
scores, this award was given to one of
their Visiting Angels agencies in Ta-
coma, Washington, and now ranks
among the select few of the best
agencies in the country.
503-538-9505 · 700 Deborah Road, Suite 120
Roy became a Baptist minister and
served at two churches in Oregon, the
first in Monmouth as a student pastor
while still a seminary student in Portland.
He worked there for 10 years before be-
coming a pastor at First Baptist Church in
Roseburg, where he stayed until he re-
tired. Meanwhile, he and Merle raised
three wonderful children. She was a busy
mother and taught at Umpqua Commu-
nity College for 24 years. They were both
very active in the community and had
deep relationships with friends and fam-
ily.
Early on in their life together, they
decided to have a morning Bible study for
local high school students. They served
orange juice, cocoa (Roy’s specialty) and
pastries. Their endeavor blossomed, in-
creasing from nine participants to 130.
They didn’t turn anyone away and even
bought a home to accommodate all of the
students in their living room. The Bible
study lasted for more than 12 years, and
to this day attendees remember the
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theme: “La hai roi,” which means “Thou
God sees me” in Hebrew.
Their grown children have been suc-
cessful as well. Clark was the head of the
Graduate Psychology Department at
George Fox University (and he was a
professor for my own daughter!), but he
has recently become a dean at Biola Uni-
versity in California. Their oldest son,
Mark, is a chaplain at the Pentagon in
Washington, D.C., while their daughter,
Angelique, works as a certified gemolo-
gist.
When Roy had a stroke in 2004, he
and Merle moved to the Newberg area.
Roy needed in-home care until he passed
away in 2005. They had been happily
married for 57 years.
In 2008, Merle needed in-home care
as well. She contacted Visiting Angels,
and she has been happy with her care-
givers and pleased with the service they
provide. She feels fortunate for her life,
and she remains committed to her guid-
ing principle: “Trust in the Lord.”
Caregivers needed!
If you have experience working
with the elderly or disabled adults
and enjoy providing outstanding
one-on-one care, we want to
hear from you.
Our agency is growing and
needs dedicated and compas-
sionate professionals for all
shifts.
For more information call 503-
538-9505 today.
Like an angel, we’re always there!
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Working for a worthy
company is rewarding
by Jane Morlan
Community Relations
Director
My motto is this: I
don’t ever settle for sec-
ond best—in anything.
When it relates to a job, especially, I
can’t seem to just go to work any-
where; I must have a job that taps
into my best self, and I need to work
for a worthy company, one that
Community Spotlight
by Jane Morlan
When I met Debra Johnson Clayton, I
knew I would never forget her. She has
a warm, caring demeanor and truly
thinks of others and their comforts above
herself.
Before taking her current job as op-
erations manager at Legacy Hospice Ser-
vices in McMinnville in 1993, Debra had
worked in the insurance industry and in
hospitals. But increasingly, she felt the
call to be able to comfort people and
meet their needs, so she went to work
for hospice.
Mark your calendar
Check out these upcoming fun
events at local senior centers!
 Trip to Woodburn Company
Stores: 12:30 p.m. Tuesday,
May 24. For more information
call the Sherwood Senior Cen-
ter at 503-625-5644.
 Artist Reception: Hillside
Brush Strokes: 5 to 7 p.m.,
Wednesday, May 4, at the
McMinnville Senior Center.
The event is free. For more
information call 503-435-0407.
 This is Your Brain On… : 60-
minute presentations that re-
view brain fundamentals, 11
a.m. to noon, Wednesdays,
May 5, 11, 18 and 25, at the
Wilsonville Community Center
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makes a difference in the world.
I feel that Visiting Angels is a place
that truly exemplifies the best of all I
believe in. It’s a job that found me, so
to speak, and it is a perfect fit.
Visiting Angels provides quality in-
home care to folks so they can stay in
their home as long as possible. Their
caregivers are truly joyful, caring and
compassionate. The staff is helpful
and friendly as well.
On the job interview, I was asked
by the care coordinator, Pamela
Schmidt, if I had a heart and believed
in relationships over the bottom line. I
was also asked if I was fun and nice,
Debra feels a lifelong call to help folks
finish their life’s work. She realized that
most people’s first choice is to be at
home—wherever home is—so their comfort
and familiar surroundings are right there.
Debra said that if someone needs hos-
pice, it’s usually covered by Medicare and
Medicaid benefits, and some insurance
policies cover the cost as well. There is also
a special fund to help those that are truly
in need financially, but no one is ever
turned away by an inability to pay.
Being part of a larger world and helping
in such a personal way have been very
gratifying for Debra. She also told me how
wonderful her coworkers are, saying they
Lifelong Learning Academy,
please call 503-682-3727 to
reserve your spot.
 Woodburn Area Tourism:
Peony Paradise, May 1
through June 15 at Adelman
Peony Gardens. For more
information call 503-393-6185.
 Honoring All Mothers
Luncheon: The Canby Adult
Center will host a free lunch at
noon on May 6. Please call
503-266-2970 to reserve your
seat.
 The Main Event: 9 a.m. to 3
p.m., May 21 at the Chehalem
Cultural Center in Newberg.
For more information call 503-
537-2909.
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because she wanted to make sure I
would fit into the office environment. I
couldn’t believe she asked me these
questions, because these qualities
happen to be the ones I believe in
passionately. The owner, Jeff Cham-
bers, who built Visiting Angels from
the ground up, echoed these same
sentiments.
I can usually tell the first day on a
job if it’s a good one, and I knew this
was within the first few hours. I’m so
proud to be a part of something that
allows people to stay in their homes
as long as possible, and grateful to
be a part of something so worthwhile.
have been incredibly compassionate to
people in need.
“My coworkers have worked so hard,”
said Debra. “They have been so willing
and supportive to patients, families and
caregivers.”
An important part of their philosophy
is having a “hospice heart,” and that
means having compassion. They also
care deeply about the comfort and sup-
port of their patients.
I can speak from personal experience,
my mom used their services for my
grandma, and it’s one of the reasons I
have such a fondness for what they do
for others.
Visiting Angels
Living Assistance Services
Owners
Jeff Chambers and
Kelly Smith-Chambers
Care Coordinator
Pamela Schmidt
Assistant Care Coordinator
Amanda Killinger
Assistant Care Coordinator
Jessica Branch
Community Relations Director
Jane Morlan
Administrative Assistant
Liz Barr
MAY-JUNE 2011
For a good attitude, show your gratitude
by Jeffrey Johnson
President, Visiting Angels
Top 10 Tips for becom-
ing more grateful every
day:
1. Create a Grateful Ritual. Close your
eyes and take a couple of minutes to
think of the people and things that
you’re grateful for, including loved
ones and friends in your life.
2. Send a thank you note. You know,
it’s nice to get a little note thanking you
for something you did. You don’t need
to send someone a formal thank you
card (although that’s a nice touch), but
just a little note (or email) saying thank
you for a specific thing the person has
done for you can go a long way. And it
only takes minutes.
3. Give a free hug. Often we can go
too long without showing our affection
and gratitude, even to those who are
closest to us. Don’t neglect this impor-
tant part of your relationship.
4. Give thanks for today. You don’t
Why Visiting Angels
is the best choice
for in-home care
We feel your involvement will be the
key to success with in-home care, so
with Visiting Angels you’re in charge –
we work with you and cater to your
schedule. You’re in charge of every-
thing. Visiting Angels will not dictate to
you what your schedule will be (i.e. what
time to get up, when to bathe, when to
eat, etc.). It is our job to adjust to your
schedule and to see to it that you re-
main comfortable in your own home.
Another great reason Visiting Angels
is the best choice is we’re bonded, li-
censed and insured. All Visiting Angels
senior home care agencies are required
to be bonded and insured. In states
where licensing is required, it is our pol-
icy that agencies have the appropriate
license that permits personal care. This
can give you the peace of mind that a
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even have to thank a person; you
can thank life itself. Wake up and
greet the day with gratitude. Be
thankful you’re alive!
5. Do someone a free favor. Without
expecting anything in return, do
something nice for someone, even
something small. Get them a drink or
a coffee, do a chore for them, offer to
do an errand, anything they would
appreciate. Think of what that person
likes, wants or needs, and try to do
something to help them. Actions
speak louder than words, and doing
something nice will show you’re
grateful more than just saying it.
6. Give a little gift. It doesn’t have to
be fancy or expensive, but a little gift
can be a tremendous gesture.
7. Give someone a list of all they’ve
done that you’re grateful for. Take
five minutes and make a list of 10
things you love about someone, or
things they’ve done for you that you
appreciate.
8. Acknowledge them publicly. Who
trustworthy caregiver will be in your
home.
We also monitor our caregivers. All
Visiting Angels home care agencies
are trained to continuously monitor
their caregivers through our unique
system of continued personalized
contacts through telephone check-ins
and home visits. We want to ensure
that care recipients receive the best
possible care.
And lastly, we tailor to your needs.
No two people are the same; there-
fore, their needs are going to be very
different. Whether you need respite
care, in-home care, part-time or full-
time care, or care at an assisted liv-
ing facility, Visiting Angels can pro-
vide an experienced caregiver that is
right for you. Our agencies tailor your
program of care based on your
needs, and we are flexible to change
that program as different needs arise.
We will also work with any home
health agency or nursing agency that
may be assisting your loved ones
after a recent hospital stay.
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doesn’t love public praise? Find a
way to acknowledge the contribu-
tions of someone (to show your
gratitude) in a public way—in your
office, among friends and family,
on your blog, or even in your local
newspaper.
9. Surprise them with kindness.
Similar to number five above, but
with a twist—add a surprise to it.
For example, make your spouse a
dinner when they least expect it.
Put a little note in your child’s lunch
box so she sees it at lunch while
she is in school. Get the idea?
10. Say thanks even for negative
things in your life. This is the hard
part, to be sure. When things go
wrong, when you’re not happy,
when people are mean, when we
are worn down by the millions of
slings and arrows of everyday
life—we don’t want to say thank
you. But in truth, this is the time
when it matters the most. If you’ve
mastered the first nine items on
this list, you’re ready to master this
one.
We have a new address!
We moved. Our new address is
700 Deborah Street, Suite 120 in
Newberg. We didn’t move too far and
are just a few blocks from our previ-
ous location. We are off Highway 99
behind Burger King and across from
Dutch Brothers in the first floor of
new Coyote Place building.
Need in-home care?
Would you like to talk with some-
one about in-home living assistance
services? Contact our office at 503-
538-9505.
Let our angels be your halo of love!
700 Deborah Rd., Ste 120
Newberg, OR 97132
Phone: 503-538-9505
Fax: 503-554-0964
www.visitingangels.com/newberg

Visiting Angels is America’s choice in Homecare

because we offer so much, and at an affordable price!
 Up to 24 hour care
 Assistance with hygiene
 Meal preparation
 Medication reminders
 Light housekeeping
 Errands and shopping
 Joyful companionship
 Affordable hourly rates
 Day/night care
 Live-in/Live out care
 Temporary care, short term or long term care
 Weekends, holidays
 Respite for family caregivers

Visiting Angels of Newberg serves the following areas in Oregon: Newberg,

McMinnville, Sheridan, Canby, Woodburn, Wilsonville, Sherwood, Oregon City, Mt Angel,
Molalla and Silverton. We also serve the Tacoma and Olympia areas in Washington.