Active Seniors
The Official monthly publication of the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center
MAY • 2013
Contact Information General Information Judy Crist: 541.883.7171 Donations - Shawn McGahan: 541.883.7171 ext. 136
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Welcome:
Letter from Marc Kane, Executive Director
Feature: Meals Program Volunteers Honored at United Way Banquet
Feature:
Benefits of Volunteering
Poet’s Corner:
Expressions of Heart and Mind
Medicare Counseling 541.883.7171
Volunteer Opportunities Cheryl Gibbs: 541.883.7171 ext. 128 Executive Director Marc Kane: 541.883.7171 ext. 117
Where are we located?
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Features:
News from Crafty LaDees Gift Shop Basin Recreation District Creative Writing Class
Calendar of Events Bulletin:
The Lake County Senior Center Schedule
Bulletins:
The Senior Dancers Klamath Hospice, Inc. 1st Annual Remembrance Run/Walk
Entertainment:
The Klamath Senior Center is located at 2045 Arthur street
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Welcome
It seems every time I report we are facing a funding challenge the rumor immediately starts to spread that the senior center is closing. I suppose that phenomenon reflects a current of fear and insecurity that has been brought on by tough economic conditions, all the change that we have been through this past year and perhaps just getting older. While some conger over Marc Kane, Center Director the rumors others are organizing, writing letters, making calls, and most importantly working constructively with others to do what they can to push back, hold on to what we have and figure out new ways to keep us afloat. So in reality the challenges are bringing us closer together and making us stronger than before. I am writing this message after just returning from the Klamath County Budget Hearings (Monday, April 29th) where additional comments were taken about the Budget Committee’s decision to cut funding to the Senior Meals Program. I am very proud of the many seniors and others who took the time to attend and to present to the Committee. I believe we had a real impact and that we should expect that the Budget Committee will reconsider. The discussion has been about weaning the Senior Center from County funding. This is a program of many partners all making a commitment to long term funding for a very much needed community program. The consideration should be more about what kind of long term commitment can the County make and how can we find additional partners. It should never be about weaning but about sustaining a commitment to the fine people that have built our community. I hope that anyone reading this will take the time to let our Commissioners and other Budget Committee members know of the need for continued funding. It is so much more than just a meal. Having a meal in our congregate meal site or having one delivered by a Meals On Wheels driver keeps our seniors attached to community and provides opportunities for them to contribute as well.
There has been so much going on at the Senior Center and much of it new. Please take a look at the article in this issue about the Creative Writing Class. It was such a big success we are looking to have more classes. We will need additional funding for another class, so if this is something you can support with a donation it will be gladly accepted. The Tai Chi class was another big success and is ongoing. There was enough interest to sustain both a morning and an afternoon class. In addition we continue to work with our local Scouting organization to create an ongoing program to provide computer skills training.
Now we are asking for suggestions. What else might our seniors like to see offered here at the Center or sponsored by the Center in other places. Suggestion forms are available at the Center’s front desk, or interested persons may simply drop in and chat with me. My door is always open. Join Us! We Celebrate Life! Marc Kane, Executive Director
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Please contribute to our senior programs All donations accepted and appreciated. Many of Klamath’s seniors need your help. Please mail your donation to: Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center P.O. Box JE, Klamath Falls, OR 97602 Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Donation: Check Cash KBSCC is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit corporation
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Meals Program Volunteers Honored at United Way Banquet
For many residents of the Basin volunteering for the senior meals program, especially the Meals-On-Wheels division of the program, has been the task of choice for service to their community. Thirtyfour individuals worked as a group this past year in contributing their time and skills to the senior meals programs, and many of them have also contributed their time to other senior activities as well. Some have exceeded twenty years of service and there have been many who have retired from the task and refer new volunteers. It is a highly respected task where you will find modest folks of great character who more often than not go unnoticed for their effort. Among retires are Mel Carlson and Stan Neitling. And among those who have passed are Bill Heimann who drove for twenty three years and Nate Bean. This group is a persevering group as well, even in the face of adverse health and other barriers. Take Jim and Lynn Earles for example. They work as a couple and you can frequently hear the whistle of Jim coming in his wheel chair and on oxygen. It is apparent that nothing will stop Jim and Lynn from contributing to what is apparently a very high priority in their view of the community. Watch out if you sit with them for a brief conversation, they will be asking you to contribute to any number of other community interests they have like the Shriners organization and the Doernbecker Hospital program. Cheryl Gibbs got run over by her own car delivering meals on wheels and suffered a severe leg injury that has taken more than a year to heal. That didn’t stop her from contributing. In fact she just switched to other volunteer services that accommodated her rehabilitation and has since become the agency ‘s volunteer Volunteer Coordinator. These fine people have taken up in the steps of traditions like the Pony Express and the postal service. Neither rain, sleet, snow, or any other adverse condition will stop them -- THEY HAVE MEALS TO DELIVER! Gary Terpening drives 45 miles in from the Southeast part of the County in order to volunteer his services.
These volunteers contribute to the broader livability of the community that makes our community a desirable place to raise a family and live out your years. Caring villages are where people seek to retire and where they can rightfully be expected to be cared for when it’s time for the community to give back for all that they themselves have done to build that community. Thanks to our meals program volunteers. Thanks to volunteers of all kinds and in every village.
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The benefit to our agency of these volunteers is huge. The meals program would not happen without volunteers being the foundation of the program. This is clearly a “it takes a whole village”-to-maketo-it-happen program. It takes a village of volunteers and it takes
The Senior Center prepares approximately 1560 meals a week with about 58% of those being delivered and the balance being served in congregate settings. The value of providing a nutritious meal is obvious. There are many other benefits being provided by these volunteers that are primarily relationship oriented. In the MOW program our volunteers are frequently the only contact a meals recipient may have each day. This contributes greatly to the agency’s core mission, keeping people connected and attached to the community. This in turn contributes to increasing both personal longevity and the longevity of a person’s ability to remain in their own home. A daily volunteer visit also becomes a public safety program when recipients are found in their home in need of additional assistance and unable to make the call without the help of our volunteers.
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Although the vast majority of our meals program volunteers are seniors themselves when school is out you will find young people like Tyler Dupart, a high school student, volunteering as a Meals-OnWheels runner and supporting the drivers in packing up the day’s delivery – one meal for each recipient Monday thru Thursdays and three meals every Friday. There are no holidays from meals, so when one comes along the drivers will be delivering even more the day before.
a village of funding sources. as well. These 34 volunteers provided over 6012 hours of service valued at more than $72,000 dollars. Volunteers cover approximately 15% of the meals program expense. Other “villagers” are United Way at 4.4%, the Older Americans Act at 26%, NSIP(USDA Food) at 12.2%, Klamath County and the City of Klamath Falls at 7% each, the State of Oregon at 11% and of course the recipients themselves at 17.4%.
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More than 260 local citizens gathered for the annual Klamath Country Volunteers Award Banquet hosted by the United Way on the 23rd of April. Among those receiving an award in the Public Service Category were all the volunteers that contribute to the Senior Center Meals Programs. They are among a group of more than 180 volunteers that provide service to our Center and seniors.
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Benefits of Volunteering
The benefits of volunteering beyond yourself; your family and benefit from your efforts as well. volunteering has been associated mental and physical health.
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Benefits of Volunteering 1. Volunteering connects you with your community. It allows you to make new friends and contacts, and it expands your social and relationship skills. 2. Volunteering is good for your mind and body. The mental and physical health benefits of volunteering include an increase in self-confidence, reductions in depression levels, and assistance in maintaining physical activity. Even with limited mobility, there are many volunteer opportunities that are perfectly suited for you. Contact organizations that you like and ask what volunteer possibilities are available. 3. Volunteering can advance careers. Becoming a volunteer can provide you with valuable and worthwhile career experience, as well as teach you important job skills in industries of your interest. 4. Volunteering brings fun and fulfillment into your life. With the multitude of organizations seeking dedicated volunteers to help them fulfill their mission and goals, it volunteering offers a prime opportunity for individuals to pursue their passions and interests. Many individuals often state they feel a sense of renewed creativity, motivation and vision not only in their personal lives, but in their professional lives as well. Tips for Getting Started Volunteering in Your Community A helpful way to find the right volunteer opportunity for you is to ask yourself the following questions: • Would you like to work with people, animals or….? • Do you prefer working alone or as part of a team? • Do you like to be behind the scenes or center stage? • How much time do you have to commit to this endeavor? • What skills can you bring to the volunteer job you are seeking? • What causes are important to you? Where does someone find volunteer opportunities in their community? • Community theaters, museums and monuments • Libraries • Senior centers • Hospice agencies • Local hospital • Youth organizations, sports teams, after-school programs • Historical restorations, national parks • Places of worship Volunteering and its Surprising Benefits: Helping Yourself While Helping Others. ©Helpguide.org. All rights reserved. Visit WWW.HELPGUIDE.ORG for more information and related articles.
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Poet ’s Corner
Expressions of Heart and Mind
Please submit something for us to consider printing in our next issue. Submittals should be sent to the attention of Marc Kane, Executive Director, Klamath Basin Senior Citizens Center.
“The Wall of Memory” in Washington D.C. By Audrey E. Davis We walked slowly to the Wall, My heart already in my throat — to see So many people already looking at names, Of loved ones - searching for that special one, or two, or three! One really can’t describe the feeling Of standing in a place like this... You try to hold back tears as you look for names, And hoping that you wont miss... Even one - you might remember. “I know this man”, you hear someone call... And their voices break a little, as their hands touch the Wall. So many names appear on this Wall. But pride for each one shows on our faces. We said a prayer, as we stood with others... For families in so many places! We found the names we were looking for... Two brothers, who gave their lives for us. One was a son-in-law, the other a friend, Two heroes who died without fuss!
Retirement By Gordon Ross
“Goodbye, you lucky S.O.B.” They called as I headed out the door. “Goodbye!” I breathed to a life of toil Lasting forty-some and more. And “Goodbye!” to two years wasted In an ugly, forgotten war. “Goodbye!” to over thirty years With a career that became a chore. “Goodbye!” to a life of toil Where my family hardly knew me. “Goodbye!” to the insults of Others out to screw me. “Goodbye!” to long, hard office hours Most every single night. “Goodbye!” to dinners late at home With thoughts bottled up tight.
We took pictures, and traced the names, To bring home for the family to share. An experience we wont ever forget Standing at the Wall - just being there!
Mark Fay, M.D. Physician/ Surgeon of the Eye
God knows I’m going to miss it, All those faces passing by. I’ll move along while harsh thoughts fade, Remembering with a sigh: My job made me what I was. It’s possible bad times were so few. I may curse the day with tears When work, I said “Goodbye!” to you! (Then again, I just may not!)
Elwood the Cat By Sharon Hudson
Written in memory of Norm and Dave Evans, but dedicated to all our men and women who have given so much for this country of ours! May we thank God for them, and the ones who are still serving our country!!!
Scott Stevens, M.D. Physician/ Surgeon of the Eye
“Goodbye!” to old friends Living by the very same rules. Spread across the country, where trends Never got easier for us fools. We all rode the train that never stopped. To live, we hung on and were game. Now I’m getting off at last, But I’ll never be the same.
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He is as cute and fluffy as he can be. If he were outside I think he would be up a tree.
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News from Crafty LaDees Gift Shop
Did you know we have an assortment of Greeting Cards for all occasions? Mothers Day cards are now available. The cards are only $.50 each. These cards are recycled by one of the volunteers. Did you know that we have local Honey available in different quantities? We are also accepting jars for the Honey man. We are accepting fabric, yarn and crafting supplies. Please no clothes or household items. We are in need of all sizes of Crochet needles. We also have said Goodbye to Treva Bruce, my co-manager. She has gone back to Little Rock, Arkansas. She will be greatly missed by the gift shop and everyone else at the Senior Center. On May 1st we will be selling raffle tickets for an Afghan at 3 tickets for one dollar. This will go on until the end of May. Drawing will be held on June 1st. Thanks again for supporting us. Wava Weiskopt, Manager
Feature Basin Recreation District
Contributed by Jeff Ball, a former City Manager
During the next 5 months supporters of area recreation will be collecting signatures to place a Basin Recreation District on the May 2014 ballot. If approved this special district with its own 5 member elected board will provide financial assistance to area recreation program and facility providers to help them continue to serve our community and to grow. Supporters of all area recreation organizations have been involved from soccer to football to baseball to swimming to skating to walking to biking. If approved by the voters, this new district will use a nominal property tax base to annually award recreation grants to existing non-profit organizations. Other potential grantees include the Sports Park, Kiger Stadium, the Bill Collier Rink, the Senior Center, the YMCA and the Ella Redkey. Programs for all, from youth to seniors, will benefit and we need it now. Our volunteers are still great, but traditional recreation funding sources for these organizations are in decline, schools are reducing sports and going toward ‘pay to play’, facilities are in need of repair and upgrade and our statewide health rankings are at the bottom. One third of us are overweight, one quarter are obese and well over half of us do not meet national standards for physical activity. A complete copy of the proposal is available in the office.
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Creative Writing Class April 14th Reading a Big Success
It was standing room only as Carol Imani introduced her students from the Senior Center Creative Writing Class to the public. A reading representative of each student’s work was presented at the Klamath Public Library on April 14th. Students related their experience in this class as very positive and one that opened new or enhanced horizons of expression. One student in particular found the experience in writing about his personal Viet Nam war events as cathartic, and found the writing of those events brought closure for the first time to serious emotional wounds. Imani stated she felt it to be one of the most meaningful moments as a teacher. She reported a great sense of gratification knowing the class was able to make this happen for him. There was great breath in the genre of works produced including poetry, prose, and on the lighter side, some great limericks. In addition one student, Gordon Ross, produced illustrations for some his fellow students’ work. A publication has been produced by the class titled HAVE WE MET ? representative of each of their works with the illustrations included. Additional copies of the publication are available at the Senior Center for a cost of $5.00. Student Gordon Ross has expressed interest in having the class develop into an on-going writing group that may be forming soon. Center director, Marc Kane, is seeking additional small grants or donations in hopes of funding additional Creative Writing Classes for seniors. Depending on the size of the class six to eight hundred dollars will be needed for each new class. Those interested in helping to fund additional classes should contact the Senior Center director at 541-883-7171 Ext 117.
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Calendar of Events
All activities are at the Senior Center, 2045 Arthur Street, Klamath Falls, unless otherwise stated.
Wills, Power of Attorney, or Medical Directives: Call for Appointments
(541 883-7171). Appointments are not held at the Senior Center.
Body Recall Exercise Classes: Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday from 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
KBSCC Board of Directors: Tuesday, May 28th, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
KBSCC Members’ Council: Tuesday, May
Golden Age Club Bingo & Card Playing: Every Monday and Thursday afternoon from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
KBSCC Bingo: Every Thursday and Saturday,
Nickel Bingo: Every Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
SHIBA Medicare Counseling (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance Program): By Appointment Only. Call 541-883-7171 to arrange an appointment.
AAA Advisory Council: Thursday, May 16th,
Transportation: Monday through Friday,
10:15 a.m. to 12 noon of each month.
Medical appointments have priority. Open to the general public as space is available. For more information regarding the transportation program call Cindy at 541-850-7315.
Blood Pressure Checks: KBSCC now has a Blood Pressure Machine in the LOBBY for checking your pressure from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Ask for assistance if you need.
Gift Shop: Inside the lobby of the Senior Center,
MS Support Group: Thursday, May 9th, 1:30
Senior Dance Day: In the Ballroom,
p.m. Community Lounge, Pine St.
Old Time Fiddlers: Tuesday April 9th from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
NEW! Book Club:
Sponsored by the library. Second Monday 12:00 p.m.
Tai Chi Class: Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Computer Classes w/ Boy Scout Instructors: OPEN ENROLLMENT
Hot meals are served Monday through Friday at May 4th 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
the Senior Center (2045 Arthur Street). Serving starts at 11:30 a.m. and is over at 12:30 p.m.
Hearing Aid Checks: Third Thursday from
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games start at 6:00 p.m. NEW! Oil Painting & Ceramics Class: Weekly by appointment with Shirley Chapman Family Bingo: Sunday, May 12th. Open at 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m., call at 1:30 p.m.
21st, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 700 Main St. Suite 107.
Tap Dancing: Every Friday
2045 Arthur Street, Klamath Falls. It’s open Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Movies: May 7th & 21st and June 4th at 12:30 p.m. (What’s Showing? May 7th: Saraha, May 21st: Hign Noon, June 4th: Argo)
Open Pool Playing: Monday thru Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Klamath County Library Services Branch:
Mondays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Thursdays 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Computers are available for senior use upon request SPECIAL EVENTS: Rafael Collins (“RC”) on the Saxaphone - Friday May 10th 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Parkinson’s Support Group: Tuesday, May
Craft Group: Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to
21st, Elmer’s Restaurant at 1:00 p.m.
11:00 am
Kathy Lynn Jones. May 23rd 11:15 a.m. Singing during lunch hour.
Senior Veterans Social Club: Thursdays,
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Donor List
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April 2013 Donations In April the following individuals donated $4722: Elizabeth Western Lorena Ohles Ruth Poole Betty Fay Zimmerman Joyce Moore Rose Chapman Faith Tabernacle Jahala Shaffer Ethel Reynolds Estate Ernest Palmer Paul Hanson
Lona Wise Dorthy Rowland Edith Paxton Dorthy Winters Irene McLeon Constance Schuetze Elvin & Sue Middleton Michael & Laura Tharp Etta Holly Fermin & Susan Melgares Ethel Quinn Tina Davis Hollis & Lois Kiger Maurice Keep Jimmy Drake Mary Clark La Vera Petersteiner Arliss & Diane Reeder Samuel Hawley Bill Watson, Jr. Anonymous Jonny Jones Opal Baert
In addition unidentified donations for Congregate Meals and Transportation Services amounted to $3985 Total donations for the month were $8707 The Center, its patrons and staff all thank our contributors for their support. Without contributions the Center would be unable to operate. Contributions and the services of volunteers make the Center what it is – a community collaboration in strong support of a worthy community program. We thank the individuals named above for their assistance and hope that more of our readers will recognize the value of our services with a contribution. Please note the contributions coupon on page 3. We have many uses for donations and look forward to your support.
Spokes Unlimited May/June Schedule
SPOKES Unlimited • 1006 Main Street, Klamath Falls, OR 97601• 541-883-7547 v/tty Note: All support groups follow confidentially guidelines.
May 1st Oregon Commission for the Blind Vision Class 1:00-3:00 pm SPOKES office, 1006 Main Street 4th Spinal Cord Injury Support Group 1:00 pm Epicenter, 3901 Brooke Dr. For information, call John-541-882-7626 9th Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group 1:30-3:00 pm Community Lounge, 200 N 7th Street 14th Traumatic Brain Injury/Illness Support Group 1:00-2:00 pm SPOKES office 27th Memorial Day - SPOKES Office closed
June 1st Spinal Cord Injury Support Group 1:00 pm Epicenter, 3901 Brooke Dr. For information, call John-541-882-7626 5th Oregon Commission for the Blind Vision Class 1:00-3:00 pm SPOKES office, 1006 Main Street All meetings/events listed are held in a wheelchair accessible location. Please notify SPOKES 48 hours in advance if you need an assistive listening system, sign language interpreter or materials in an alternate format. Call 541-883-7547 v/tty.
O’Hair FUNERAL CHAPEL
& Klamath Cremation Service serving the Klamath Basin since 1905
dignity. trust. peace of mind. 515 Pine St., Klamath Falls, OR 97601
541-884-3456
Free Lunch with tour!
Assisted and Independent Senior Living Offering All Day Signature Dining
1000 Town Center Drive | 541.885.7250
12 • Active Seniors MAY • 2013
Menu May 1, Wednesday: Barbeque Chicken on a bun, Onion Rings, Veggies, Salad Bar May 2, Thursday: Roast Beef
over mashed Potatoes, Veggies, Salad Bar, Dessert from Crystal Terrace & Atrio Health Plans
May 21, Tuesday: Chicken Potato Casserole, Veggie, Salad Bar
May 22, Wednesday: Homemade Chili, cornbread, Veggies, Salad Bar, Dessert from Pelican Pointe May 23, Thursday: Hot Turkey
May 3, Friday: Sloppy Joes,
San, mashed Potatoes, Veggies, Salad Bar, Dessert from Eldorado Heights. Musical Entertainment
May 8, Wednesday: Beef Stew
May 28, Tuesday: Spaghetti,
Roasted Potatoes, Veggies, Salad with Kathy Lynn Jones. Bar May 24, Friday: Hot Dogs, May 6, Monday: Ham with Mac & Baked Beans, Veggies, Salad Cheese, Veggies, Salad Bar Bar May 7, Tuesday: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Rosted Turkey over May 27, Monday: CLOSED FOR Corn Bread Stuffing, Veggie, MEMORIAL DAY BIRTHDAY CAKE & ICE CREAM with Dinner Roll, Veggies, Salad Bar, Dessert from Pelican Pointe
Garlic Bread, Veggie, Salad Bar
May 29, Wednesday: Turkey gravy over Mashed Potatoes, Chicken, Whipped Potatoes, Country Gravy, Salad Bar, Dessert Veggies, Salad Bar from Eldorado Heights May 30, Thursday: Beef Stew May 10, Friday: Happy Mothers with Biscuit Salad Bar Day! A Special Mother’s Day Luncheon. Musical Entertainment May 31, Friday: Fish & Fries, with Rafael Collins. Veggies, Salad Bar May 13, Monday: Baked Ham, June 3, Monday: Stuffed Biscuits & Gravy, Veggies, Salad Potatoes with Cheese, Onions,& Bar Sour Cream, Vegetables, Salad May 14, Tuesday: Swiss Steak, Roasted Potatoes, Veggie, Salad Bar, Dessert Bar June 4, Tuesday: Bacon-Cheese May 15, Wednesday: Garlic Burgers, Fries, Salad Bar, Dessert Chicken, Au gratin Potatoes, from Shasta View & Linkville Veggies, Salad Bar House May 16, Thursday: Pork Chop over mushroom sauce, white rice, June 5, Wednesday: Chicken Pot Veggies, Dessert from Crystal Pie, Biscuits, Vegetables, Salad Terrace & Atrio Health Plans Bar, Dessert May 17, Friday: Chicken strip NOTE: The menu is subject to change, basket w/ onion rings, Veggies, depending upon availability of supplies. Tea, Salad Bar May 9, Thursday: Oven Fried
May 20, Monday: Hamburger, Fries, Veggie, Salad Bar
coffee, milk & juice are available at each meal. Sugar free desserts and salads available for diabetics.
Moved to Klamath Memorial Park www.DavenportsChapel.com
2680 Memorial Drive Klamath Memorial Park
541-883-3458