Active Seniors - September 2014

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Active Seniors

The Official monthly publication of the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center

SEPTEMBER • 2014

Contact Information General Information Judy Crist: 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.

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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

Local bankers to present financial information, advice at Klamath Basin Senior Citizen Center on Sept. 18

KLAMATH FALLS – The Klamath Basin Senior Citizens' Center will host a free seminar at the Senior Center on Sept. 18 aimed at helping senior citizens succeed financially.

Wells Fargo Financial Advisor Michael Rivera and Personal Banker Deanna Moss will speak from noon to 12:45 p.m. They will provide information about financial products and services that Wells Fargo offers and will provide instruction on the use of an interactive WEB site HandsOnBanking.org that includes a special section for seniors.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Bulletin:

Local bankers to present financial information, advice at Klamath Basin Senior Citizen Center on Sept. 18

Welcome:

Letter from Marc Kane, Executive Director

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Feature:

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SHIP TALK (Senior Health Insurance Program) Bulletin: Independence. Dignity. Choice.

Bulletins: Walk With Ease Features: Fats and Oils - Part 2 Comic Corner: The Fillers Writer’s Corner Bulletins:

Tulelake-Butte Valley Fair Free Shuttle Bus Grief Support Group Features: Heart Health Tips

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Bulletin: The Lake County Senior Center Schedule Bulletin:

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Spokes Unlimited Schedule

Calendar of Events Bulletin:

VTEOULENRS

Menu Bulletin: SAVE THE DATE

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Produced in conjunction with the Herald and News

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Welcome Last week we sent our receptionist, Judy Crist, into retirement land after 24 years of service to the Senior Center. She will be missed, but I am sure we will be calling on her from time to time with questions about the past and asking for advice as well. It’s her wonderful smile that we will miss the most. Joining us Marc Kane, Center Director to help replace Judy will be Joanne Campbell who has been training to replace Judy for the past few months. Please take a moment to welcome her when you’re here, although I suspect she will catch you first with her welcome and offer to be of service. We are excited to have Joanne join our team.

This last month we have continued to build program offerings in health promotion and we are excited to announce a new Walk With Ease class to start in October on the 6th. All of the health classes have been very popular and classes fill up quickly. Please call early to register. If the time is not right for you call anyway and let us know, we are open to establishing additional Walk With Ease classes in a different time frame than the one we are announcing today. The development of this class is a joint collaboration among the Arthritis Foundation, the OSU Extension office, the County Fairgrounds and the Senior Center. The Arthritis Foundation developed the program and did the hard work to achieve recognition for the program as meeting evidence based standards assuring the program produces positive health results. The OSU Extension office promotes the program throughout the area and facilitates the training of class instructors. The Fairgrounds will assist with space for walking when the weather prohibits outdoor walking, and the Senior Center will oversee the program by taking registrations and fees, contracting with a properly trained and certified instructor and providing the support needed to make the program run. This is a new and exciting collaboration for the Senior Center.

We are working this month with a number of other partners as well. On the 18th Atrio Heath Plans is sponsoring a flu shot clinic and health fair featuring a number of health providers. There will also be a presentation that same day from the staff of a local bank

to help seniors with issues of finance and fiscal management. In addition we are working with the Dept of Human Services to bring us a presentation October 9th on Senate Bill 21 concerning long term care for seniors, and with the OSU Extension Office brings us a workshop on October 6th relating to the Clean Energy Works Program.

Please take a moment to recognize all the wonderful people and businesses that work with and support the Senior Center. The Center’s success rests on their efforts and our volunteers as well. Haven’t found a way to support the Senior Center and your elderly neighbors? Call us! We have a place for you!

Join Us! We Celebrate Life!

Marc Kane, Executive Director

To make a fully tax-deductable contribution to the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ center

Call (541) 883-7171 or mail this form to : 2045 Arthur Street, P.O. Box JE, Klamath Falls, OR 97602 Name: Email: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Amount of Contribution: Does your employer have a matching gifts plan?  Yes  No

 My check is enclosed payable to KBSCC. Or charge my contribution to my:

 Visa

 Mastercard

 AMEX

 Discover

Card # Exp. Date

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Recurring monthly contribution:  Yes  No Signature

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SHIP TALK

(Senior Health Insurance Program)

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This month we’re going to talk about Medicare Part D - drug insurance.

There are two main reasons for this: Open enrollment is coming up soon {Oct. 15 to Dec. 07} and Part D seems to be the most troublesome for people to keep abreast of and navigate. One of the reasons that Part D can be troublesome is that people’s drugs change on a regular basis and it may be necessary to get a different plan from time to time. There’s more information about Part D than can possibly be covered in a short column like this, so I’ll try and briefly summarize the salient points in order to facilitate your choices or changes, if any.

1. Medicare Part D plans are provided by private insurance companies.

You may purchase a “stand-alone” prescription drug plan with regular Medicare, or get your drug coverage through an Advantage health plan.

Plans can vary greatly, both in what they cover and the premium cost, so you need to shop around to get the coverage that suits you best.

2. You become eligible for Part D as soon as you are enrolled in either Part A, Part B, or both. Coverage is not mandatory, but if you do not enroll in Part D when you’re first eligible, there’s a 1% per month premium penalty for every month you delay. You can purchase your drug plan when first eligible and change it only during open enrollment period each year. If you have “creditable coverage” in another plan, such as an employer group health plan, veterans, union, etc., your health plan administrator will need to provide a letter for you stating that this is so – to avoid penalty.

3. Extra Help ( or Low Income Subsidy – LIS) is available for persons with limited income. Be sure and check with your SHIBA counselor if you think you might qualify for the Low Income Subsidy. He or she can check the eligibility tables, ask the right questions, and even help you sign up for the program. With Extra Help, your premium will be reduced substantially or be eliminated entirely. Also, retail drug costs will be greatly reduced, or even be free. If you’re receiving Extra Help you can sign up or change plans anytime during the year without penalty.

Oregon SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance) produces a guide each year which lists all the drug insurance companies licensed to do business in Oregon. It includes estimates of how much your monthly premium and deductibles will be. Even better, anyone can log onto medicare.gov and enter all the drugs he/she takes and the computer program will produce a list of companies specific to your needs. SHIBA counselors do this regularly for clients on-site. So you are urged to make an appointment, bring in a complete list of drugs/dosages you take, and we’ll help you narrow down your search for what plan is best for you. Also, there’s plenty more details about Part D you need to know, too complex to cover here. Just call the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens Center at 541-8837171 and ask for a SHIBA appointment with one of our trained and certified counselors. Remember, things get pretty busy during open enrollment period, so the sooner the better!

Anne Hartnett, SHIBA Coordinator, Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center

There’s No Place Like Home...

Enjoy refreshments and share ideas about the future of Oregon’s services for older people and people with disabilities. Let us know what home and community mean to you… now and as you age.

Everyone is welcome. We want to hear from YOU!

Two Dates to Choose From: Session 1

Session 2

Downtown/Main Branch 126 S. 3rd Street

Thurs. October 9, 2014 11:45am - 12:45pm Klamath Senior Center 2045 Arthur Street (join us for lunch at 11:00am!)

Date: Wed. October 8, 2014 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Place: Klamath County Library,

The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities.

A request for an interpreter for people who are nonEnglish speakers, who are deaf or hard of hearing or other accommodations for persons with disabilities should be made at least 48 hours before the meeting to Rebecca Arcé rebecca.e.arce@state.or.us 503-947-5019.

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WALK WITH EASE a program for better living

Experience the Walk With Ease Program.

Arthritis Foundation Certified. Doctor Recommended.

The Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Program is an exercise program that can reduce pain and improve overall health. If you can be on your feet for 10 minutes without increased pain, you can have success with Walk With Ease.

“When I started the program, I was afraid to walk very far because of my knee pain. But Walk With Ease helped me start slow and build up gradually.

Now I am confident in m ability to walk easily without making my arthritis worse.”

— Walk With Ease participant

Benefits to You. Walk with Ease will help you:

• Motivate yourself to get in great shape • Walk safely and comfortably • Improve your flexibility, strength and stamina • Reduce pain and feel great

Starts: October 6, 2014

Will meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10:30 - 11:30 am for nine weeks Location: Klamath Senior Center 2045 Arthur Street, Klamath Falls For more information and/or to preregister contact: The Klamath Senior Center at 541-883-7171 or e-mail to J.Campbell@KBSCC.org with “Walk With Ease” in the subject line.

Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center

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by Robert G. Black

Fats and Oils - Part 2 They are essential to your health!

Remember that the term ‘lipid’ applies to both fats and oils. A process called hydrogenation forces hydrogen through a lipid accompanied by a nickel catalyst. This hydrogen attaches itself to the open bonds of a fatty acid, making the fatty acids more stable for storage, since the hydrogen takes the spaces where oxygen might otherwise attach itself to create rancidity. Nutritionally speaking, the hydrogenation process is an absolute, unconscionable disaster because of its destruction of linoleic acid, the most vital fatty acid in nutrition. Your body cannot make this vitamin, and you must get your body’s supply of linoleic acid in your daily consumption of food. Remember that many nutritional writings here and especially in Europe call this substance ‘Vitamin F.’ Low fat diets are an absolute disaster over any period of time, as they also exclude the fat soluble vitamins. Whole lines of processed, low-fat foods are now available on the market, and unfortunately, they are very popular among those who have become convinced that the fat content of the diet causes the huge increases in weight now seen in so many physical bodies. For many, these low fat foods are the staples of their diets, and they completely ignore the wholesome, whole foods that are so easily and reasonably available. This precipitous decrease in the amount of fats and oils in the daily food intake of so many with the corresponding decrease in the fat soluble vitamins in the daily diet has resulted in an entire raft of degenerative physical diseases that were virtually unknown to those who lived in the 1700’s and 1800’s.

Though Europeans commonly use the term ‘vitamin F’ to designate linoleic acid, linolenic acid and arachidonic acid, source material in the United States normally calls these the three essential fatty acids. You have already seen a discussion of the importance of this vitamin that your body builds into the cellular structure of every soft tissue. If you still do not clearly understand the importance of this vitamin, reread the section on these oils, for this information is only rarely covered elsewhere, and it is vitally important for your own health.

Your physical body is an absolute miracle of design and function.

This physical body enables our spirits to spend each productive day here on the physical plane, learning our lessons of life, interacting with friends and business associates, and assisting others through their days of trial and tribulation. The more attention we pay to the health and vigor of these physical bodies we inhabit and their most effective nutrition, the longer the body will live, and more important lessons and days of activity we will have as we go through this life.

Fats and Oils – Part One appeared in our August Issue. 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

Expressions of Heart and Mind

Happy Retirement Judy

By Sharon Hudson Judy we’ll miss you, you did such a good job.

I’ll shed a little tear, but I won’t sit and sob.

I am happy for you that your retirement came at last.

Enjoy yourself and remember good things from the past.

Take time for you each and every day.

You have earned it lady in a very good way.

You are like a light in the darkness, a pool in the sun.

You are a likeable lady, and should be proud of what you have done.

I hope you think of me once in awhile, and keep one of my poems in your file.

Love and Best Wishes, Sharon Hudson

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.

Reflection

By Sharon (Johnston) Pappas Reflection on the water, revealed this boys’ face A different time long ago The same river, the same place.

Hiking down the stream with rod in hand Dreams of fish, a young girl, a life ahead to plan.

Mumkin’s Recipes For Life...

I walked the banks, as a lad, agile and carefree With barely a notice of the beauty surrounding me.

It’s the future that drew me ever so near Where would I go, could I conquer my fear.

Time moved on, I held on tight Trust and forgive one another each day Riding down that stream, the river of life.

There were many fish, as I dreamed there’d be Share aunderstanding smile with everyone and lights Prayer brings And that young girl, ended up marrying me.

You’ll never know the difference thebegun. way. you’ve just Returning to this place where it began There’s a peace living within this older man.

I know who I am and where I’m going As I stand on the banks of the same river...

Now, gently flowing.

Sharon (Johnston) Pappas © Sharon (Johnston) Pappas http://www.mumkinsrecipesforlife.com

© www.mumkinsrecipesforlife.com

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NEW Service offered by Tulelake-Butte Valley Fair Free Shuttle Bus Service offered to Senior Citizens

The Tulelake-Butte Valley Fair in conjunction with the Merrill Park Service, Crater Lake Trollies and Walmart will be providing a free shuttle bus service for senior citizens from Klamath Falls and Merrill to the Tulelake-Butte Valley Fairgrounds on Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th. The shuttle bus will be offering one pickup site in Klamath Falls at the Walmart Parking Lot. The pickup site will be located on the south end of the Walmart Parking Lot. The shuttle bus will also have a pickup site in Merrill at the Merrill Park District. The pickup site will be located in the picnic area behind the Polar Bear Restaurant. The shuttle bus schedule is listed below. Please call the fair office at 530-667-5312 for more information about this new service!

The Tulelake-Butte Valley Fair would like to extend a big thanks to the Merrill Park District, Crater Lake Trolley and to Walmart for helping to provide this important service to the area’s senior citizens.

PICKUP SCHEDULE: Klamath Falls Pickup Location: South end of the Walmart Parking Lot Dates: Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7 Pickup Times: 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.

Merrill Pickup Location: Merrill Park District – Picnic Area located behind the Polar Bear Restaurant Dates: Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7 Pickup Times: 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m.

Departure Schedule from the fair: The shuttle bus will be leaving the fairgrounds at the scheduled times. The departure site will be located next to the Main Office near the Pig & Swine Barn Area. Rest Area benches will be available in the departure area.

Departure Times: 2:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.

Mark Fay, M.D. Scott Stevens, M.D. Physician/ Surgeon of the Eye Physician/ Surgeon of the Eye

Edwin Tuhy, O.D. Optometrist

Jennifer Sparks, O.D. Optometrist

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Heart Health Tips Article respectfully submitted

by Klamath Hospice, Inc.

Many of us know, weight management and consistent exercise are especially important for heart health. However, the types of foods we consume are equally as important for heart health and reducing the risk of stroke.

Although improving our diet is a step in the right direction in order to prevent heart disease, we often are unsure of where to begin the process or even what types of foods are preferred for a heart-healthy diet. Keep in mind that no single food selection will guarantee good health overnight. However, adopting a variety of healthy food choices, prepared in a healthy fashion, will be a positive step towards a healthier lifestyle.

Eat more foods which include: • Healthy fats – raw nuts, olive oil, fish oils, flax seeds, avocados • Fruits and vegetables - colorful fruits and vegetables prepared without butter • Fiber – cereals, breads, pasta from whole grains or legumes • Omega 3 and proteins – fish, shellfish, poultry • Calcium and protein – egg whites, egg substitutes, skim or 1% milk, low-fat or nonfat cheeses or yogurt Steer clear of: • Trans fats from partially hydrogenated or deep-fried foods; as well as saturated fats from whole-fat dairy or red meat • Packaged foods, especially those high in sodium content • White or egg breads, granola-type cereals and refined pastas and rice • Red meat, bacon, sausage and fried chicken • Egg yolks, whole or 2% milk, whole milk products (cheese or yogurt) A great first step to living a healthier lifestyle is to consult with your primary care physician to discuss appropriate exercise and dietary changes. HelpGuide.org contains a great deal of advice for taking the first few steps towards a heart healthy diet.

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Grief Support Group Klamath Hospice Grief Support Groups provide opportunities for learning and coping with the loss of a loved one, and are facilitated by qualified and caring professionals.

Support Group will be held:

Mondays Sept 15 - Oct 20 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Klamath Hospice Conference Room 4745 S 6th Street

Mondays Sept 15 - Oct 20 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Treasures Thrift Store Upstairs Conference Area 3226 S 6th Street

Sessions are free to the community Please register by contacting Tara at Klamath Hospice.

New Patients Welcome

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Call Klamath Hospice to register or for more information.

Grief Support Group • 541-882-2902 • www.klamathhospice.org

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Some things we have coming up in September 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 (12 week Program, Tuesday July 22nd through Thursday, October 9th) Monday, September - 1st CLOSED for Labor Day Tuesday, September 9th from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM - Klamath Falls Trip Friday, September 12th - Birthday Lunch Monday, September 15th from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM - Board Meeting Wednesday, September 17th, 11:00 AM - “Better Breathers” Meeting Wednesday, September 17th 9:00 AM to Noon - Hearing Specialist Thursday, September 25th 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM - Trip to Alturas Thursday & Friday, August 21st & 22nd - Red Cross Blood Drive Date to be determined - Dog Lake Picnic 1st & 3rd Wednesday’s 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 Monday through Friday 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM If you have questions, concerns or want to make a suggestion, please don’t hesitate to call me at 541-947-4966.

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September 10th Traumatic Brain Injury/Illness Support Group

1:00-2:00 p.m. • SPOKES office Topic: Step 9 of the 12 Step Sessions of Cognitive Skills Training 12th Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

1:30-3:00 p.m.

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Ca l end a r o f Ev ent s 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. & 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

KBSCC Board of Directors: Wednesday, September 24th, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

KBSCC Council Meeting: September 18th, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Senior Center.

Nickel Bingo: Every Saturday from 12:00 p.m.

Book Club: Monday September 8th at 12:00 p.m.

to 3:30 p.m.

Creative Writing Club: Thursday September

Sunday Family Bingo is back November 16th SHIBA Medicare Counseling (Prescription

Drug Eligibility Assistance):

By Appointment Only. Call 541-883-7171 to arrange an appointment.

25th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Body Recall (Exercise): Thursday from 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Movies: 12:30 p.m. Monday Sept. 8th -

Hot meals are served Monday through Friday

Redwood Highway. 12:30 p.m. Monday Sept.

22nd - People Like Us.

at the Senior Center (2045 Arthur Street). Serving starts at 11:30 a.m. and is over at 12:30 p.m.

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.

Transportation: Monday through Friday,

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.

from 10:15 a.m. to 12 noon.

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

Gift Shop: Inside the lobby of the Senior Center,

SPECIAL EVENTS: Flu Shot Clinic & Health Fair: Thursday,

Hearing Aid Checks: Thursday, August 21st

Computers are available for senior use upon request

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.

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.

MS Support Group: Thursday, September

Senior Dance Day: In the Ballroom,

11th, 1:30 p.m. Community Lounge, Pine St.

Volunteers WANTED: Call Pat Harris @ Craft Group: Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 883-7171 Ext. 113 for more information.

Gentle Yoga Class - Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. TRIPS: to 11:30 a.m. in the Community Lounge.

Kla-Mo-Ya: Mondays 10:15 a.m. and Sundays 2:15 p.m.

Tai Chi Class:

Parkinson’s Support Group: Tuesday, September 16th, Elmer’s Restaurant at 1:00 p.m.

Senior Veterans Social Club: Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Golden Age Club Bingo & Pinochle: Every 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, September 11th

Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesdays beginner class 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Continuing Tai Chi from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Balance and Stability Class: Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Fridays from 11:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m. & 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (two classes on Friday) in the Community Lounge at the Senior Center.

September 18th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sponsored

by Atrio Health Plans

AARP Safe Driving Course Coming:

October 4th, Registration Now Open.

A Special Invitation From The Golden Age Club We invite those 45 and over to come play Pinochle and Nickel Bingo.90 and over play free! Mondays and Thursdays at the Senior Center We also sponsor and enjoy potlucks, parties and fellowship.

Have Fun and Stay Young For more Information call Teresa 541-85?-2520

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Such a small amount of time is required to become a member of this group. I’m sure you have figured out that the people in this group are the VOLUNTEERS that help at KBSCC every day. We are in need of more volunteers. By giving just a portion of your time you will realize how much you are appreciated.

Volunteers are currently required for:

MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS AND RUNNERS Drivers (men or women) are assigned to existing routes delivering meals to homebound seniors five (5) days per week or filling n for a driver that’s unable to drive due to illness. Runners are used to deliver food from the vehicles to the clients.

COMMUNITY LOUNGE Volunteers (women & men) for the Lounge located at 7th and Pine Streets.

Volunteers serve to staff the lounge acting as a receptionist and support person to individuals and families who come to the Lounge for activities, classes, to use the public rest rooms, to connect to the internet, use the library there and to find a place to rest while in the downtown area. Volunteer here for as little as 4 hours a week during business hours on weekdays as available. Substitutes also needed on call.

TRANSPORTATION DRIVERS Part or full time driver needed to transport seniors to medical appointments, shopping, recreation and other destinations. Good driving record will be required. Should be able to physically assists seniors when necessary with transfers between seats and mobility devices such as a wheel chair. Volunteer as little as once or twice a month for local trips with seniors using a vehicle provided by the Senior Center.

For additional information, applications, etc. contact Pat Harris, Volunteer Coordinator at KBSCC 541-83-7171 Ext. 113 at 2045 Arthur Street

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Long Term Care

Menu

September 17, Wednesday:

September 3, Wednesday:

Hamburger, French Fries, Tomatoes & Lettuce, Salad Bar, Dessert from Pelican Pointe

September 4, Thursday:

September 18, Thursday: Teriyaki Baked Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Carrots& Peas, Salad Bar, Crystal Terrace & Atro Health Plans

September 5, Friday: Grilled

September 22, Monday: Grilled

Baked Fish w/ Cheese, Brown Rice, Veggies, Salad Bar, Desserts from Pelican Pointe

Hamburger Steak w,onion, Potato September 19, Friday: Lasagna, Wedges, Veggie, Salad Bar, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, Salad Crystal Terrace & Atro Health Bar Plans Ham & Cheese, Sandwich, Tater Tots, Salad Bar

September 8, Monday: Mac

Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Broccoli & Cheese Soup, Veggie, Salad Bar, Dessert from Quail Park

& Cheese w/ Ham, Vegetables, Salad Bar, Dessert from Quail Park

September 23, Tuesday: Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Veggies, Salad Bar

September 9, Tuesday: HAPPY

September 24, Wednesday: Tuna Noodle Casserole, Veggie, Salad Bar

BIRTHDAY, Cheese Burgers, Whole Wheat Buns, Tater Tots, Green Beans, Salad Bar, BIRTHDAY CAKE & ICE CREAM

September 10, Wednesday:

September 25, Thursday: Baked Chicken Strips, Onion Rings, Carrots& Peas, Salad Bar

Meatballs w/Mushroom Gravy, Rice, Broccoli

September 26, Friday: Tacos,

September 11, Thursday:

September 29, Monday: Pasta

September 12, Friday: Chicken

September 30, Tuesday: Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry, White Rice, Veggies, Salad Bar

Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, gravy, Veggie, Salad Bar Caesar Salad, Veggie, Salad Bar

Fries, Veggie, Salad Bar

w/ Italian Sausage, w/ Peppers & Onions, Veggie, Salad Bar

September 15, Monday: Pepper October 1, Wednesday: Chef Steak, Broasted Potatoes, Vegetables, Salad Bar

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September 16, Tuesday: White Beans & Ham, Homemade Cornbread, Salad Bar, fresh pear

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Salad, Veggie, Salad Bar

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.

SAVE THE DATE!

October 6th from 11:45 to 12:45 At The Senior Center a presentation on Clean Energy Works

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