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Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does OASIS cost?
OASIS membership is free for all adults age 50+. OASIS strives to make classes, special events, and trips interesting, stimulating, and valuable, with many free and low cost classes. There is a $5 class registration fee per term. You can register for up to 12 classes with this once-per term fee. -
Why do you have to be 50 to take OASIS classes?
OASIS was created in St. Louis, MO, in 1982 to help meet the need for intellectually stimulating educational programs for older adults. National and local sponsors support OASIS to help keep older adults healthy, active, and mobile. -
How is OASIS funded?
OASIS is funded by a unique partnership of national and local, public and private organizations and generous individuals. Eugene/Springfield OASIS is sponsored by PeaceHealth Center for Senior Health, Macy's, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon and Quality Financial Group. -
How do I get involved?
Any 50+ year-old may register for free OASIS membership online; by phoning 342-6611, ext. 2601; by mail at OASIS/Macy's, 100 Valley River Center, Eugene, OR 97401; or by visiting us in the second floor rotunda of Macy's at Valley River Center. -
What do OASIS volunteers do?
Everything. Unlike many other non-profit organizations, OASIS is managed almost totally by committed, trained volunteers. OASIS staff includes more than 300 volunteers and only 2 full time equivalent paid staff. Volunteers do such things as manage the front desk, plan and teach classes and register new members. For information on volunteer opportunities click here or contact Shirley Kirkpatrick at skirkpatrick@peacehealth.org. -
What is the OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring Program?
OASIS tutors work as mentors with first through third grade students in local schools in six area school districts. Tutors work to enhance the children's academic success and self-esteem by providing literacy and language acquisition fundamentals in the context of an award winning curriculum designed by OASIS Institute. Tutors are trained twice a year, and work in Eugene, Springfield, Harrisburg, Junction City, Pleasant Hill and South Lane schools. Contact Pat Rankin at prankin@peacehealth.org for more information. -
How do you find OASIS instructors?
OASIS instructors are experts in their subject areas within the arts, humanities, health/fitness, and volunteer service. Many call OASIS asking to teach older adults eager to learn and participate. To become an OASIS instructor, contact Marge Hislop at mhislop@peacehealth.org.