Announcements
3rd Thursdays are Birthdays hosted by Bristol Hospice!
Their team will be at the Center to provide birthday dessert during the lunch hour,
as well as to answer questions about services, support groups, upcoming events.
No Bingo Kitchen on Saturdays - Outside Food Allowed
Support the Center by Purchasing a Copy of the
“Life’s Journey of Remembrance” Publication
See below for more information!
Closed on for Memorial Day, Monday, May 26th
Family Bingo Sunday, May 18th
Mid-Year Bingo Saturday, June 21st
Support the Center by Purchasing a Copy of the
“Life’s Journey of Remembrance” Publication
The most common reasons for writing are to express yourself, to analyze, to inform, entertain, and persuade. Sometimes your writing will combine several purposes. Some writing that you do for yourself is practical such as filling out forms and writing letters of complaint. Other self-prompted writing you will do simply because you enjoy it. This type of writing includes poems, journal entries, personal memories, reminiscences, and “just for fun” topics of interest.
Everyone is an individual. You think and act in ways that are uniquely your own, as we each have our own “voice”. As you write you discover what you think about yourself – and the world around you which is different for everyone. This is one of the main reasons why I enjoy teaching this class so much. The diversity inspires me and hopefully will inspire you as we go on this great adventure together.
I am proud to introduce a collection of writings by the students of the Fall 2023 Creative Writing Workshop at the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center in Klamath Falls, OR.
-Maurine Loprete, Creative Writing Instructor
Follow the link here to purchase a print or ebook copy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DNRMXWDK?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
Serving the Klamath Community through Meals on Wheels
A knock at the door might not seem like a big deal to many of us. But, to a homebound senior, it could signal the arrival of the only person they might see all day or all week long. It brings hope. It brings health. It brings the nutrition and care that will completely make their day. We can’t do it alone. It takes all of us to keep the meals on wheels movement going. Call the Senior Center at 541-883-7171 to become a volunteer today!
If you or someone you know is in need of Meals on Wheels, please register with the Klamath Lake Counties Council on Aging by calling 541-205-5400.
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The August Active Seniors Newsletter drops today! Pick up at the Center, find in print in your mail, or find online on the Herald and News - Klamath Falls, Ore. at heraldandnews-or.newsmemory.com/...
Good Morning! FYI the entrance to the Senior center from S 6th Street will be closed due to the Klamath County fair. Entrance for the Senior Center is on Arthur Street both ends at S 6Th Street and Shasta way. Thank you and sorry for the inconvenience.
Celebrating National Disability Independence Day on July 26![]()
Honoring the ADA and Supporting Independence in the Klamath Basin![]()
By Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center Staff![]()
Each year on July 26, we observe National Disability Independence Day, marking the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), passed in 1990. This landmark civil rights law prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in all areas of public life—including jobs, schools, transportation, and access to public and private places open to the general public.![]()
At the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center, we highlight this day not only to honor the progress made through the ADA, but also to reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that all older adults—including those living with disabilities—can age with dignity, purpose, and independence.![]()
What We Offer to Support Independence![]()
Aging and disability often intersect, and we believe that no one should have to navigate those experiences alone. That’s why we offer a variety of programs and services to meet the diverse needs of older adults in our community.![]()
• Exercise Programs: We host inclusive, evidence-based fitness classes of all levels. These classes are designed for a range of ability levels and help participants build strength, confidence, and fall-prevention skills. Please see our Calendar of Events to learn more and find a class that is right for you.![]()
• Assistive Equipment Closet: Our loan closet offers mobility aids such as walkers, canes, and shower chairs. These tools support safe movement and daily functioning, especially during recovery or transitions in care.![]()
• Congregate Meals: We serve nutritious meals Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. These meals promote not only physical health but also connection and belonging—a critical piece of independent living.![]()
Partnering for Greater Impact![]()
We work closely with the Klamath & Lake Counties Council on Aging (KLCCOA), which coordinates services like Meals on Wheels, Klamath Village (a program for in-home support and transportation), and Oregon Project Independence—a state initiative that helps older adults and people with disabilities remain safely in their homes through case management, personal care, and home modifications.![]()
We also refer community members to the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) of Oregon, a vital resource for navigating long-term care services, disability supports, and local benefits. Through collaboration with Klamath County Public Health, Developmental Disabilities Services, and transportation providers, we aim to create a community where all seniors, regardless of ability, can thrive.![]()
Why It Matters![]()
Disability independence is about more than accessibility—it’s about equity, empowerment, and the right to live fully. The ADA laid the groundwork, but it’s up to all of us to build communities where those values are carried forward every day.![]()
This July 26, we encourage you to join us in celebrating National Disability Independence Day. Attend a class, join us for lunch, borrow equipment, or connect with our partners. Whether you need support or want to offer it, we welcome you. Together, let’s continue working toward a Klamath Basin where everyone has the opportunity to age with strength, safety, and self-determination.
Good Morning! I’m looking for volunteers for the Health fair at the Senior center on September 23rd 8:00am to 1:00 to help out. If you have an application completed or you want to fill one out give me a call and I will get you set up. Call Machel (Michelle) Ramirez volunteer coordinator at 541-883-7171 EXT 128. Thank you and have a great day 😊