Vicki Caldwell, Shangri-La’s receptionist, received the surprise of her life on July 1 when TLC’s show “Surprise Homecoming“ hosted by Billy Ray Cyrus, reunited her with her son Jesse who has been serving overseas. The show featuring Vicki, her family, and Shangri-La’s “Freedom Celebration” airs Monday, August 22 on TLC. Check your local listings for [...]

  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 [...]

It’s amazing how fast time passes when you’re having fun. Shangri-La’s Life Enrichment Activities Program (LEAP) celebrated their 1st year anniversary today. LEAP participants, staff, friends and visitors all gathered for refreshments and enjoyed seeing how much the program has grown in just a year. LEAP was started as a way to provide varied life [...]

Shangri-La has purchased a Ford Transit Connect van for Employment Resources Northwest/ERN program to use as a mobile version of their Le Closet store. The Le Closet Connect van will serve various ERN locations that do not have their own full Le Closet operation. ERN participants will then be able to shop for clothing and [...]

The Salem/Keizer Fashion Bug store is hosting a fashion show fundraiser for Shangri-La on Friday, Nov. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. Over 20 Shangri-La stakeholders have volunteered to model this season’s most wanted workday worthy fashions. Outfits will showcase scarves, shoes and everything in between in women’s sizes 6 to 30. How can you [...]