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Aging is Mandatory. Growing Old is Optional!
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Active Seniors
The Official monthly publication of the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center
NOVEMBER • 2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contact Information General Information Joanne Campbell: 541.883.7171 Donations - Shawn McGahan: 541.883.7171 ext. 136
Meals On Wheels Assistance Contact Klamath Lake Counties Council On Aging at 541.205.5400
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ll content for this publication has been provided by the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center. For questions, suggestions and general information regarding this publication, please contact the Klamath Basin Senior Center at 541.883.7171. Thank you.
Bingo Information Linda Breeden:
541.883.7171 ext. 115
Medicare Counseling 541.883.7171
Volunteer Opportunities Pat Harris: 541.883.7171 ext 113 Executive Director
Marc Kane: 541.883.7171 ext. 117
Where are we located?
The Klamath Senior Center is located at 2045 Arthur street
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Welcome:
Letter from Marc Kane, Executive Director
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Feature: Cat Condos for Klamath Animal Shelter Bulletin: Klamath Hospice Community Conversations
Bulletins: KBSCC Volunteer Program Feature: Vitamin B12 Comic Corner: The Fillers Writer’s Corner Bulletin:
Holiday Drop-in Grief Support Groups
Feature:
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Senior Center Health Programs Continue to Grow
Calendar of Events
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Bulletins:
News from the Crafty LaDees Gift Shop Spokes Unlimited Schedule
Menu Feature:
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SHIP TALK (Senior Health Insurance Program)
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The Lake County Senior Center Schedule
Donor List Feature:
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Where to Turn When the Time Comes
Produced in conjunction with the Herald and News
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Welcome If you’re reading this page I hope you also noticed the comment on the front cover, “Aging Is Mandatory, Growing Old Is Optional.” That thought has guided much of our development effort at the Senior Center over the last eighteen months, during which time the number of new classes offered by or sponsored by the Senior Center to promote better health has nearly Marc Kane, Center Director tripled. We now offer 16 classes each week with a wide variety of exercise options. Growing Old may not be so optional if there are no choices to be made, so we are proud that we have been able to expand the offerings truly enabling a broad range of choice. Please reference page 9, where the class schedule is presented and classes are described. Soon we will be developing a counseling service to help our patrons in assessing their health and picking the right match of class to address their needs. Abraham Maslow used the terms Physiological, Safety, Belongingness and Love, Esteem, Self-Actualization and Self-Transcendence needs to describe the pattern that human motivations generally move through. This hierarchy or continuum of needs has guided the direction of our strategic plan and development over the past 2 years. The first task was to insure that our nutritional support programs were adequate and stabilized, so we pursued additional funding for the Meals-On-Wheels and Congregate meals programs. While other agencies focus on shelter and clothing, our emphasis here is on nutrition for seniors. Our meals programs continue to rely on a high level of community support and donations for which we are very grateful. Next we turned our focus to Safety. The theme of fall prevention has influenced the development of a wide variety of classes mentioned above. The need for belongingness and love has guided the emphasis we have placed on opportunities for seniors to remain attached with others and connected to their community. To address these issues we have emphasized the value of relationship in all that we do, such as taking time to talk with and know the people we serve. In addition classes have been offered to help seniors communicate with others by learning computer skills, e-mailing, social networking, and more. Our transportation program is also an important part of remaining connected.
We have ventured further with creative writing classes and craft classes that offer opportunities for creativity and the reinforcement of one’s self esteem. There is much to do at the Senior Center and more to come as we address both the needs of the seniors that have been with us for many years and those just entering their senior years. We continue to seek new ideas and encourage comments and suggestions that let us know what our future should address. This Thanksgiving I offer my heartfelt thanks to all the community that recognizes the value of the Senior Center and the citizens we serve. Thank You. We wouldn’t be able to do it without the support of the whole community. Join Us! We Celebrate Life! Marc Kane, Executive Director
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Feature
Cat Condos for Klamath Animal Shelter
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If you sit in the lobby at Klamath Animal Shelter (KAS) for only a few minutes, you are likely to see kittens or cats arriving. Each month around 150 felines come through the door at KAS. They first go back to the intake room where they are evaluated for health and temperament, and held to make sure someone isn’t looking for them. Cats tend to become ill when stressed, and some just don’t do well in these situations. Better living quarters in the intake room will improve the outcomes for cats at KAS. The “cat condos” pictured here will reduce stress and illness and generally provide better temporary homes. One condo is $1182. They are expensive because the stainless steel construction keeps bacteria from growing in the condos. The shelter staff hopes to purchase these cat condos one at a time to improve the intake room environment. When cats have graduated from the intake room, they get to move into “Cat World” where you can visit and adopt them. In Cat World, they may live in a large kennel along one wall, or in one of the many open cat rooms. Each cat room is decorated and designed with climbing areas, play gyms, toys and chairs for human visitors. The cat rooms along the front have open patios where cats can lounge outside and greet visitors. Please consider donating to the cat condo project. Donations can be sent to POB 482, KFO, 97603 w/note specifying cat condos. We also have a donate tab on our Facebook page, Klamath Animal Shelter and our website: KlamathAnimalShelter.org. We hope you will come out and visit the KAS pets soon at 4240 Washburn Way, open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. M-F and 10-2 on Sat. Klamath Animal Shelter is your local animal shelter and does not receive funds from national animal welfare organizations. Please support your local homeless pets!
Bear is a senior female.
Ringo, three year old male.
Oreo is a one year old female. Annabell and Abagale
Dutchess is a one year old female.
Dandy is a six month old male. Jade is a seven year old female.
Carl is a one year old male.
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Bulletin Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center Volunteer Program WE NEED YOU Mission Statement “To build and maintain a supportive community for seniors.” Keep a smile on the homebound senior face by volunteering with the meals on wheels program (MOW); you could deliver a hot meal one to five days per week or be a runner. Must have own car. Mileage reimbursement is available. Be a volunteer with a hot meal site in your community. Assist with food preparation, serving, clean up or as an all-around general kitchen volunteer. Spend time as a volunteer at the Community Lounge. Shifts are broken into 2 -1/2 hours with 15 minutes arrival time prior to shift. Duties include meeting the public, selling Basin Transit passes, seeing that the areas of the lounge are maintained in good order, etc. Counseling-volunteer with SHIBA Medicare and supplemental insurance Program. Train to be certified volunteer, requires two hours a month, plus Initial training sessions. Can you volunteer one to three nights’ average to help operate the Center's Bingo? Volunteers assist with sales,
IMMEDIATE NEEDS: Meals on Wheels Drivers/Runners (3) Volunteers for Lounge (3) other volunteer activities also available. Please contact Pat Harris at 541-883-7171, Ext 113 for more information.
Feature
VITAMIN B12 by Robert G. Black
The story of this vitamin illustrates the interdependence of the biological life on this Earth. Most of the Earth’s life forms feed on other life forms that are lower in their level of development. Those of us who study nutrition refer to this interdependence as the food chain. Vitamin B12 is the common name of a water soluble vitamin that is vital for our health. You will also often see the chemical names used for this vitamin compound, which are cobalamin and cyanocobalamin. You get this vitamin from the animal products that you consume, such as meat, milk, butter and eggs. Most plants and plant products contain no cobalamin, as this is not a vital compound for plant life. Occasionally, traces of cobalamin do occur in some plants and plant products as a contaminant, but cobalamin is not necessary for healthy plant life. A fact that most people have never read nor heard, unless they have made a detailed study of nutrition, is the fact that the only life forms on this Earth that can make cobalamin are the microscopic Streptomyces bacteria and some actinomycetes that are found in any soil. No higher life form, neither humans, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians nor fish can synthesize this vitamin internally. We all have to get it by eating a lower life form in the animal kingdom. Worms and other soil creatures eat the soil and at the same time eat the bacteria and actinomycetes that are rich in cobalamin. A chicken, for example, eats the worm to get its cobalamin, and we get the cobalamin by eating the chicken. All of the higher life forms store cobalamin in the liver. For this reason, liver is the richest source of this vitamin for human consumption, and our bodies also store extra cobalamin in the liver. Cobalamin is stored in longer-lasting form than any other vitamin. The average liver of any wellnourished human has stored a full 7-year supply of this vitamin. Anyone who chooses to eat a vegetarian diet must be aware of these characteristics of cobalamin, or in time they will suffer from the lack of this vitamin. Never forget that there is really no such thing as a true vegetarian in the animal kingdom. All of the grazing animals, for example, consume untold quantities of dirt, insects and their eggs, larvae, and spiders as they eat the grass and other plants. This is how the so-called vegetarian animals get their vital Vitamin B12. As humans, we do our level best to keep from eating insects, larvae and spiders, so we have to get our cobalamin by eating meat, liver, eggs, or milk. Fortunately, we can also buy a Vitamin B12 supplement very cheaply, as cobalamin is a by-product of the intensive laboratory breeding of the Streptomyces bacteria for the production of Streptomycin®. Never forget that we owe our physical lives to these microscopic producers of cobalamin. No higher life form could exist without them.
Rober G. Black
The author, Robert Black, is a member of the Center’s Senior Advisory Council. Opinions and statements made in articles submitted for publication are those of the author alone and are not endorsed by the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center, Inc.
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Comic Corner
Mumkins Recipes For Life...
Writer’s Corner Just Restin’ By Tom Harris Lie here ‘neath the quakies And let your body rest Free your mind and let it soar To some lofty nest. Let the music of the wind Thru summer foliage blows Filter out the nonsense Only cluttered thnkin’ knows. Let it shake out the tangles Of what you once had sought Shed all those deceptions Make room for clearer thought. Then return to life’s rigors More worthy of the fray At peace and confident For the livin’ of each day.
Expressions of Heart and Mind Memories of Moments Past By Sharon (Johnston) Pappas © The years they seem to fly by Never slowing down, no matter how we try
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.
Mumkin’s Recipes For Life...
Being in the moment is best to do Those moments become memories quickly too The journey brings laughter, along with pain But growth within, we chance to gain Sadness and sorrow happen along the way Let it move through you at the end of each day Hold on to laughter and love in your heart They’re the priceless treasures, never to part
Create the life you want to bring Trust and forgive one another each day Notice and appreciate the simplest of things Prayer brings understanding and lights For we never know what will linger and last But we’ll always have Now And Memories of moments past.
the way.
Notice small things along the way For miracles happen every day. Sharon (Johnston) Pappas © http://www.mumkinsrecipesforlife.com
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Writer’s Corner Cont. ABOUT THE AUTHOR, our newest contributing poet Robert Breese Pickel was born in Morristown, New Jersey, on October 25, 1922. After enlisting in the Army and serving in World War II, Bob attended Montclaire State Teacher’s College, where he met his wife, Helen Yeomans. Bob was recalled into service as an Information and Education Officer at Camp Edwards, Massachusetts in 1950 during the Korean Conflict. After their son was born in 1951, Bob and Helen moved back to New Jersey, where Bob settled into teaching history and reading at Summit High School. He and his wife retired to Barnstable, Cape Cod, in 1972. He then taught for another 10 years at Falmouth High School. Two years after his wife passed away, Bob moved to Klamath Falls, OR, to be close to his son and daughter-in-law. He loves writing prose and poetry, paints an occasional canvas, and enjoys playing bingo and dominos in his spare time. He finds Crater Lake inspiring.
A Day Out By Sharon Hudson The otters were out and I left for the day and went they were searching for food. to the river in the woods. I got excited and they I brought my camp chair and uplifted my mood. some other outdoor goods.
Poems by Robert B. Pickel, From his book: “Revelations – Poems & Prose Poems”. ISBN: 978-1500539931 Available from Amazon.com
Cape Cod by Robert B. Pickel The elbow took the brunt of all, The surge was seen as ten foot tall. Beaches were sacked by nature’s rout, And boats and cars were strewn about. The poles and wires were laid to rest, Tangled masses - a giant’s nest. The end did come and brought anew, Sunlit beaches and skies of blue. The goal for most - a tan to show, What better place than this to go. One takes a look at all these storms And finds it’s not all that forlorn; For nature often vents its scorn, Then turns around as if newborn. Copyright © 2014 Robert B. Pickel. All rights reserved.
To Helen by Robert B. Pickel Celestial forms I’ve often seen But they were only in my dreams; And then I saw you standing there Moonlight filtering through your hair. The clothes you wore of silken thread The way you walked and held your head. Slowly you turned and smiled at me, Then I knew it was meant to be. And now I know that dreams come true For here I am embracing you; Celestial under soft moonbeams The Aphrodite of my dreams.
Written in memory of my friend Gerry Strunk, who passed away recently. She had tears rolling down her face when she enrolled her son in my first grade classroom,as he was the last one “leaving the nest.” I’m Sending Him to School; My Son by Beverly (Hunter) Aper September 2014 I’m sending him to school; my son, You know, he’s just a tyke. Seems like yesterday that he was born, And now he rides a bike. No noises in the play-room. No clutter on the floor. Everything is in its place. No one to take to the store. I’m sending him to school; my son. Molded, and strongly made. By two loving parents, Whose discipline never waved. He’s anxious about his classes, And wants to learn to read, But my day will never be the same. I miss him so, indeed. I’m sending him to school; my son, In brand new pants and shirt, To learn the ABC’s, And roll in playground dirt. I know I have to let him go, That’s what all the school rules say, But, “Bless all the mothers,” Who sent off little sons today!
I sat down to enjoy the natural gorgeous view. Across the water was a deer, “oh no”! There are two!
They are just off shore not very far. I can’t get over how cute they are!
One was a fawn and very hard to see. The other one was it’s mother eating by the tree.
There are four of them all together, It’s a beautiful day and we’re having great weather.
I hear an osprey and his sweet sounding chirp. He dove for a fish, and an eagle took it. What a twirp!
In unison their heads go under, and it’s a ballet and I just sit and stare.
I watched them for awhile til they were out of sight. I got distracted by movement, and to my delight,
They must be a family, I’m guessing that to be true. They are staying together like a family should do.
The pelican in the water Are in a circle so neat. Watching them fish together is quite a treat.
Today is a good day to be in this spot. I’ve seen lots of wildlife and I’ve learned a lot.
Copyright © 2014 Robert B. Pickel. All rights reserved.
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Writer’s Corner Cont.
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Feature
Senior Center Health Programs Continue to Grow
Over the past two years the number of health promotion classes offered by the Klamath Senior Center has nearly tripled. Each new class offering is generally fully subscribed within hours after the class is announced and attendance has remained high. The Center is responding to these requests as we are able and will be adding additional classes as time, space and availability of volunteer instructors allows. The most recently added class is WalkWith-Ease, a program developed by the American Arthritis Foundation which was able to achieve recognition of this program in meeting the evidence based standards for effectiveness as established by the Administration For Community Living (formerly the Federal Administration On Aging). Our local OSU Extension Office was contracted by the Arthritis Foundation to develop trainers for the program, and the Senior Center is utilizing those certified trainers to manage the program. Although this is an outside walking program, when
the weather is bad the Center has made arrangements with The County Fairgrounds and Mikes Field House at Steens Sports Park to provide sheltered walking areas. Classes are instructed by Marsha Enriquez who was once a Senior Center Director in Redondo Beach, California. These classes generally run for six to nine weeks and then a new class is formed. The current class concludes on November 10th. Persons interested in the next class should call to register as soon as possible. Classes are limited to 15 individuals. Tina Mahacek, the Balance and Stability Class instructor, will be adding an additional class at the Community Lounge on Thursdays beginning November 13th. This class is now open for enrollment. While all our classes aim to improve personal balance and stability this class is especially focused on that goal. Fall prevention is best addressed by improving these abilities and should be a concern for everyone as we age.
Tai Chi classes continue to be quite popular and there are a few openings now in the beginners class, but just through the month of November and then enrollment will be closed. We feel fortunate to have Mel Murakami as our instructor here assisted by Tina Mahacek and other volunteers who have been in the experienced class for some time.
who will be able to help our patrons decide which of our classes are best suited to their needs and to advise on other resources available throughout our community to support their health needs. Our goal is to provide many healthful options and choices for seniors in addressing how we all age, and to provide what best meets each individuals personal need.
Body Recall / SAIL classes continue to be our most popular classes with seven different class times offered each week. Enrollment is always open in these classes but there is a limit to class size at 32. When a class reaches capacity newcomers may have to choose another of the seven offerings that has space available. Mary Clark and Suzan Phipps are instructors for these classes. They are certified in both Body Recall and SAIL (Staying Active for Independent Living).
Funding for our health promotions programs comes from the Older Americans Act through our local Area Agency On Aging. They currently provide about $4800 in funding a year. The State of Oregon contributes to those funds distributed by the Area Agency on Aging as well. Additional funds are collected through class donations and the balance of needed support comes from general community and foundation donations. What to help support these programs? See our contribution coupon on page 3. A healthy community is good for all of us.
What's next? Soon the Center hopes to offer the services of a Health Counselor
LOCATIONS: CL = Downtown Community Lounge MONDAY SC: Body Recall / SAIL Mary Clark 9 to 10 am (32) 10:15 to 11:15 am (32) SC: Walk-With-Ease 10:30 to 11:30 am (15)
TUESDAY SC: Tai Chi Mel Murakami Beginner 11 to 12 noon (25) Experienced 1 to 2 pm (25)
CL: Gentle YOGA Sarah Kirby 10:30 to 11:30 (10)
SC = Senior Center
WEDNESDAY SC: Body Recall / SAIL Mary Clark 9 to 10 am (32) 10:15 to 11:15 am (32)
(##) = Capacity
THURSDAY SC: Body Recall / SAIL Suzan Phipps 10:15 to 11:15 am (32)
SC: Walk-With-Ease 10:30 to 11:30 am (15)
SC: Walk-With-Ease 10:30 to 11:30 am (15) CL: Balance / Stability Tina Mahacek 10:30 to 11:30 am (10)
FRIDAY SC: Body Recall / SAIL Mary Clark 9 to 10 am (32) 10:15 to 11:15 am (32)
CL: Balance / Stability Tina Mahacek 10:30 to 11:30 am (10) New-Starts November 13th
SC Balance / Stability Tina Mahacek 11:30 to 12:30 noon (20)
Fees and Donation Information:
Schedule:
Participants 60 and over are requested to make a donation of $2.00 to $4.00 dollars (donate what you can). No one refused for inability to make a donation. Participants under 60 pay the estimated class cost of $4.50 per class.
Generally classes are fully subscribed well before start dates. Early enrollment is encouraged. Class start and end dates are announced in this publication and at the Senior Center and Community Lounge. Information is also available from our receptionist at 541-883-7171.
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Calendar of Events
All activities are at the Senior Center, 2045 Arthur Street, Klamath Falls, unless otherwise stated. Body Recall/ SAIL Classes: Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Thursday from 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
KBSCC Board of Directors: Wednesday,
Nickel Bingo: Every Saturday from 12:00 p.m.
Book Club: Monday November 10th at 12:00 p.m.
to 3:30 p.m.
NEW! Walk With Ease: Monday, Wednesday
Sunday Family Bingo November 16th SHIBA Medicare Counseling (Prescription
Drug Eligibility Assistance): By Appointment Only. Call 541-883-7171 to arrange an appointment.
Hot meals are served Monday through Friday
December 17th, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
at the Senior Center (2045 Arthur Street). Serving starts at 11:30 a.m. and is over at 12:30 p.m.
KBSCC Council Meeting:
Transportation: Monday through Friday,
November 20th, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Senior Center.
Hearing Aid Checks: Thursday, November 20th from 10:15 a.m. to 12 noon.
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.
MS Support Group: Thursday, Novemeber
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.
Gift Shop: Inside the lobby of the Senior Center,
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.
Senior Dance Day: In the Ballroom,
and Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Started October 6th and continues through November 14th. (New Classes are nor registering for future dates.
Creative Writing Club: November 19th (NEW DAY-Every Third Wednesday) from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Movies: 12:30 p.m. Monday Nov. 10th- Trouble with the Curve. 12:30 p.m. Monday Nov. 24th Fault in Our Stars.
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 One-on-one Computer training: By appointment.
SPECIAL EVENTS: The Center is Closed for Thanksgiving Craft Group: Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday and Friday Nov 27 & 28th Parkinson’s Support Group: Tuesday, Gentle Yoga Class Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. Novemeber 17th, Elmer’s Restaurant at 1:00 p.m. WAGS - The Impressionist Man: November to 11:30 a.m. in the Community Lounge. 5th from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Center. Senior Veterans Social Club: Thursdays, Tai Chi Class: The sweet sound of singer Kathy Lynn 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays beginner class 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Jones: November 26th from 11:30 a.m to 12:30 Golden Age Club Bingo & Pinochle: Every Continuing Tai Chi from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. p.m. 20th, 1:30 p.m. Community Lounge, Pine St.
Monday and Thursday afternoon from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
KBSCC Bingo: Every Thursday and Saturday, doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games start at 6:00 p.m. Paper only Bingo Night: Thursday, November 13th
Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Balance and Stability Class: Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Thursdays (NEW-Starting Nov. 13) at the Community Lounge, Fridays from 11:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m. in the at the Senior Center.
Volunteers WANTED: Call Pat Harris @ 883-7171 Ext. 113 for more information. TRIPS: Kla-Mo-Ya: Mondays 10:15 a.m. and Sundays 2:15 p.m.
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News from the Crafty LaDees Gift Shop The December 6th Christmas Bazaar is fast approaching!
We have had a good response already. More tables are still available. Applications can be picked up at the Front Desk. The cost for a table is $18.00 per table. We have gotten in a lot of new fabric and yarn. Come by and check things out. We look forward to seeing all of you at the Bazaar. We appreciate your shopping at the Senior Center.
Thanks in advance for your help. We appreciate you, for supporting the Senior Center. Wave Weiskopf, Manager
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Spokes Unlimited Schedule
SPOKES Unlimited • 1006 Main Street, Klamath Falls, OR 97601• 541-883-7547 v/tty
All support groups follow confidentially guidelines.
November
10th SPOKES Office Closed, Veteran’s Day 13th Multiple Sclerosis Support Group 1:30-3:00 p.m. Community Lounge, 200 N 7th Street 27th SPOKES office closed, -28th Thanksgiving Holiday TBD SPOKES Board of Directors Meeting 4:00p.m. • SPOKES Office 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.
Did you know, you can recover from surgery at Modoc Medical Center? Sometimes specific treatments such as physical therapy or wound care may be needed after your procedure. Our Swing Bed Program makes it possible for you to get these support services until you are able to return safely home. Our Board Certified MD’s have a combined 70 years’ experience and are ready to care for you or your loved ones. Our main purpose at Modoc Medical Center is to provide you the necessary care through a collaborative team approach facilitating therapy and skilled nursing to obtain the optimal outcome possible, and you get peace of mind by being close to loved ones in our friendly, community oriented atmosphere.
To learn more about this topic contact Alicia Doss at 530-233-5131 | www.modocmedicalcenter.org
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Menu November 5, Wednesday:
Ground Beef Pattie, Baked Beans, Veggies, Salad Bar. Entertainment with WAGS - The Impressionist Man
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November 19, Wednesday: Garlic
Chicken, Au gratin potatoes, Veggies, Salad Bar
Davenport’s is there to help as you search for the right way to honor your love one’s memory
November 20, Thursday:
Cheeseburgers, Onion Rings, Veggie, Salad Bar
We can help you select Urns in large or small, simple or elaborate to capture your memories for all time.
November 21, Friday: Thanksgiving Dinner
November 6, Thursday: Breaded November 24, Monday: Turkey Chicken Sandwich, Vegetable Soup, Salad Bar
November 7, Friday: Fish Basket, Fries, Veggies, Salad Bar
November 10, Monday: Taco Casserole, Veggie, Salad Bar, Quail Park Atrio
November 11, Tuesday: Closed
for Veterans Day
November 12, Wednesday:
Salad Sandwich on wheat bread, Fruit Salad, VEGGIE, Salad Bar, Quail Park Atrio
November 25, Tuesday: Beef Mac Baked, Macaroni, Veggie, Salad Bar
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November 26, Wednesday: Oven
BBQ Chicken, on a bun with fries, Veggies, Salad Bar. With live entertainment by Kathy Lynn Jones
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Chicken Strips, Fries, Veggie, Salad Bar
November 14, Friday: Polish
Sausage & Sauerkraut, Veggie, Salad Bar
November 17, Monday: Mac &
For Thanksgiving
November 28, Friday: Closed For Thanksgiving
December 1, Monday: Salisbury Steak, Veggie, Salad Bar, Dessert from Quail Park December 2, Tuesday: Chicken & Noodles, Veggie, Salad Bar
December 3, Wednesday: BBQ
Cheese W/ Ham, veggies, Salad Bar, Veggie
Pork Sandwich, Sweet potato fries, veggie, Salad Bar
November 18, Tuesday: Happy Birthday. Sloppy Joes, Wheat Bun, Tater Tots, Veggie, Salad Bar, Birthday Cake & Ice Cream
NOTE: The menu is subject to change, depending upon availability of supplies. Tea, coffee, milk & juice are available at each meal. Sugar free desserts and salads available for diabetics.
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NOVEMBER • 2014 | Active Seniors • 13
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SHIP TALK
(Senior Health Insurance Program)
OPEN ENROLLMENT is here – NOW! The dates are October 15 to December 07. These are important dates if you want to make any changes, such as looking for a less expensive or better Part D plan (drug insurance), or switching from regular Medicare to an Advantage plan. If you’re in a Medicare Advantage health plan or Prescription Drug Plan (PDP), review your materials you’re receiving for 2015 and make sure your plan will still meet your needs for 2015. If you’re satisfied that your current plans(s) will meet your needs for next year (and it’s still being offered) you don’t need to do anything. But if you do want to look for some better options, now is the time you have to do it. In the past three columns we’ve taken a look at (1) a broad overview of Medicare coverage, (2) some of the particularities of Part D prescription drug plans, and (3) Advantage Health plans. Enrollment periods and deadlines are also an important part of understanding how Medicare coverage works. 1. Initial enrollment: The seven months that begin three months before age 65, i.e., three months prior to your birthday month, your actual birthday month, and three months after age 65. If you are receiving Social Security disability income (SSDI), you are auto-enrolled after 24 months on SSDI. This seven month period applies to original (regular) Medicare, Advantage plans, and Part D. Delayed enrollment will result in a monetary penalty. However, if you are currently covered by an employer group health plan (EGHP), you do not have to enroll in Medicare Part B until the EGHP ends. 2. Initial purchase for Medigap policy (Medicare supplement) may be made as soon as you have both Part A and B. You have a guaranteed issue (open enrollment) for six months. This means that during these first six months, an insurance company must accept you as a customer. After that first six months they have the right to refuse a policy, most likely due to pre-existing condition(s). 3. There are also Special Enrollment periods, generally for about 60 days after you lose your current coverage through no fault of your own. This would include such things as a plan bring discontinued or your moving out of a plan’s service area. However, when your employer group health plan (EGHP) ends, you have eight months to sign up for Part B. 4. Switching from an Advantage plan to regular Medicare may be done from January 1 to February 14. If you do this, you can purchase a stand-alone prescription drug plan at the same time. Again, insurance companies have the right to refuse to sell a supplemental (Medigap) policy due to pre-existing condition(s). 5. Finally, if for some reason, you missed all of the above, there is an annual enrollment period (AEP) January, February, and March every year. If you enroll during the annual enrollment period, coverage begins July 1. These are the basics for scheduling. You should have received your red, white and blue 2015 “Medicare and You” book in the mail. Many of your questions may be answered in that book. Or, for those who prefer, on the internet, www.Medicare.gov can help you find drug plans, supplemental plans, and Advantage plans specific to our area. If you need more help, contact the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens Center at 541-883-7171 and make an appointment with SHIBA. Anne Hartnett - SHIBA Coordinator, Klamath Basin Senior Citizens Center
14 • Active Seniors NOVEMBER • 2014
Bulletin The Lake County Senior Center 11 North G Street – Lakeview, OR 97630
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Every Thursday & Saturday OPEN at 4:30pm & CALLING at 6pm Casual meals & snacks available! Thursday blackout pays $500! Saturday blackout pays $1,000!
Some things we have coming up in November are: Every Monday from 11:00 AM to Noon - Blood Pressure checks Monday, Wednesday and Friday from Noon to 1:00 PM Hot Meals at the Senior Center (11 North G Street) AND Home-Delivered-Meals Every Tuesday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM - Senior “Game Day” Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Strong People Program Tuesday, Nov 11th - Klamath Falls Trip Monday, Nov 17th from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM - Board Meeting 3rd Wednesday from 9:00 AM to Noon - Hearing Specialist 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM - Duplicate Bridge 1st Saturday 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM - Old Time Fiddler’s Every Wednesday 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM - Lions Lunch Meeting Thrift Shop (behind Senior Center) open Tues & Thurs from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM CLOSED Thanksgiving and the Friday After (Dec 5th) If you have questions, concerns or want to make a suggestion, please don’t hesitate to call me at 541-947-4966. - Connie Steward, Director
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NOVEMBER • 2014 | Active Seniors • 15
Donor List
September Donations of $2358.65 were received from the following individuals:
Avril Fischer Lynette Harvey Howard McGee Faith Tabernacle Louise Williams Jon Schnebly Ernie Palmer Margaret Milanovich Virginia Hone Jahalla Shaffer
Burl Parrish Lynda Souder(1) Charlotte Moseley Donna Maloney Patricia Palone Patricia Henderson La Vera Petersteiner Rose Chapman Shirley Dewey Joyce Moore
Elvin Middleton Samuel Hawley Rose Kruezer Pat Abel Mary Ellen Sargent (1) William and Marion Switzer Etta Holly Louis Turk Elizabeth Western Phyllis McDiarmid
Unidentified contributions in September for Meals , Transportation and Other Services amounted to $4552.75 The Senior Center would like to especially recognize the following individuals for their regular and/or recurring gifts during 2013 they were the following: Avril & Carl Fischer Bill Watson Burl Parrish Cynthia Aldrich Craig Fleck
Dorothy Rowland Dorothy Winters Elvin Middleton Ernie Palmer Faith Tabernacle
Geraldine Schindler Jahalla Shaffer Louise Williams Rose Chapman
The Center is continuing its campaign to find more recurring givers. These types of gifts are so important to the Center because they add stability to our funding, but they also send a clear message to everyone that you have trust in the Center, its future and its importance to our senior neighbors. You can become an on-going or recurrent giver by authorizing the Center to charge to your card periodically, such as monthly. You can also contribute by mail, personal visit or with a singlel telephone call to the Center. Sky Lakes and Kiwanis offer support to Senior Center The Klamath Senior Center received word from Sky Lakes Medical Center CEO, Paul Stewart, pledging $10,000 in support to the Center’s general operations. Center director, Marc Kane, reports that this pledge brings the Center’s campaign to raise $100,000 from foundations to just within 25% of its goal. In a written response to the Center’s request Stewart wrote: We were pleased to be able to step in and assist the Meals On Wheels program last year; it’s a valuable service and certainly has a direct impact on the health of our senior citizens. We would be pleased to make a contribution to your general operating campaign of $5,000 for FY 2015. Also, if you are able to get to the $95,000 level in contributions towards your goal of $100,000, we would be happy to grant another “capping” gift of the last $5,000. Kane reported in addition to the pledge from Sky Lakes that the Kiwanis Club of Klamath Falls also recently committed $1250 in support of its Meals-OnWheels program. He further reported that this is the second year in a row that each of these grantors has stepped up with support for the Senior Center. Earlier in the year grants from Atrio Health Plans, the Pacific Power Foundation and the US Bank Foundation were also announced.
Feature
Where to Turn When the Time Comes Article respectfully submitted by Klamath Hospice, Inc.
For many of us baby boomer kids we are starting to ask the question, “Who do we call when we are in need of help and services for mom and dad?” Recently, Klamath Hospice has been asked this question by a lot of people in the community. One gentleman asks, “Do you know of a financial planner in town who can help us make sure mom and dad have enough money until the end of life?” Another lady walks up to our table at an event and asks, “My parents are in need of additional support in the home, who do I call to help them with daily living activities?” Finally, a gentleman asks us from a presentation, “Where do I go when the time comes and I cannot take care of myself?” This question seems to be on a lot of people’s minds lately. Klamath Hospice decided with so many people inquiring about services in the community and where to turn to that there was a need for experts to answer these questions. Please join us on Thursday, November 13th at 5:30pm at Best Western Olympic Inn for a conversation with community experts about where to go when the time comes. We will have Jeri Icenbice, a Klamath Hospice nurse on hand discussing Advanced Directives. Neal Buchanan, Attorney at Law discussing living wills and living trusts. Kathy Pierce, Veterans Service Officer, speaking about unclaimed benefits for Vets and Widows. Steve Van Buren, Financial Advisor, retired banker talking about how to prepare financially for end of life care, and last we will have Donna Hartley from Aging and People with Disabilities discussing what state care has to offer.
For those of you who need services now here are some options: • Senior Center • Area Agency on Aging • Aging and People with Disabilities • Your Personal Banker
In the Center’s appeal for funding Kane cited the rapid expanse of its health promotion programs and a new initiative to develop a health assessment and counseling program. Exercise and health classes at the Center have grown from seven classes a week to seventeen including three now offered by the Center at the Community Lounge in downtown Klamath Falls. These efforts represent what Kane described as a Center makeover effort in order to appeal to the changing needs of today’s seniors. Also planned are additional classes in creative writing, computer skills, and safe driving for seniors. The Center’s Board Development Committee continues to solicit suggestions for new programs and other improvements. Interested persons may contact Kane by phone at 541-883-7171 Ext 117 or by e-mail at marc.kane@kbscc.org.
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