Shangri-La’s long service to it’s community is fueled by the dedication and commitment of many employees who have been with the organization for over 15 years. Quite a few have over 20 years. Several others, more than 25. But the longest employed staff have over 30 years! Almost unheard of these days. CEO Jan [...]

There are two things that Gary absolutely loves more than anything else in his life: McDonalds and riding the carousel at Salem’s Riverfront Park. What is so special about that, you may ask? Well, Gary, you see, is an individual with special needs, and unfortunately, there are many activities, taken for granted by most, that [...]

Another gift of great advice from our Friend, Robin Rose! These tips REALLY will make a difference so especially if you dread the holidays, read this and think about how you can take control of how this season goes for you. Blessings and Happy Holidays, Jan CEO Shangri-La Corporation Staying Well and Generating Joy Preparing [...]

On Tuesday, October 5, 2010, President Obama signed “Rosa’s Law” which strikes “mental retardation” and “mentally retarded” from federal education, health and labor laws, replacing the words with “intellectual disability.” I remember when Shangri-La’s People First President, Mike, approached me in the late 1990’s and commented that the greatest thing I could do in my [...]

Shangri-La, The Oregon Rehabilitation Association and the Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities hosted a briefing and tour for Representative Tina Kotek, D, District 44, NW Portland. Representative Kotek is a member of the Ways and Means committee and a long time advocate for Oregonians who are also disadvantaged. She is known for her compassionate and [...]