We Love Rainier WA is hosting a raffle. Tickets for prizes will be drawn on Saturday during the Bluegrass Pickin' Party (Bluegrass Festival). You can pick up tickets from We Love Rainier WA, Rainier City Hall and Turner Automotive.
Friday, August 5, 2022
Beginning Food Preservation Class
The Senior Center of Rainier will host a beginning food preservation class August 12th at 7:00 PM.
The cost is $5.00 per person.
- Water bath Canning Basics
- Pressure Canning Basics
- Fermentation
- Dehydrating
- Freeze Drying
There will be some short handouts to get complete, accurate, detailed information on all preservation techniques.
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Thursday, July 21, 2022
Update on the Dining Room Floor & Heat Respite Next Week
Dear Seniors and Friends,
The good news is that the floor has been cleaned, prepped and painted. It looks nice. The bathrooms have been painted, too. They look good, also. Kevin Pettit did most of the painting. Kevin, Chris, Steve & Michael helped move everything out of the dining room and put everything back together again. It looks clean and is quite a transformation.
The newly painted floor is lighter than it was before. You'll see the difference at the end of the pictures.
We received a phone call from Thurston County Emergency Management, letting us know it''s supposed to be very hot next week. I let her know that we planned on being closed for lunch next week, while the smell of the paint dissipated, but since it's supposed to be in the 90's, so we will be open as a heating and cooling shelter. If you need shelter from the heat, please call me at (360) 292-5364 or George at (360) 292-5363. We will come down and open the Senior Center to give you relief from the heat.
I'm not sure what we'll serve for food and beverages. You're welcome to bring something to eat or share with other members. We'll manage one way or the other.
Sunday, July 3, 2022
Gaye Newby
Gaye Newby passed away on June 11. A memorial service for her will be held on July 10, 2022 in the Yelm Community Center. The service will start at 2:00.
In addition, Gaye so strongly supported education and reading that her family has established a GoFundMe to collect donations to Yelm elementary schools for purchase of books. Please consider donating in her honor. Go to https://gofund.me/154ec936 .
Gaye was a long time member of the Senior Center of Rainier. Our sincere, heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends.
Monday, June 20, 2022
Coffee with a Cop Wednesday, June 22nd!
Join us for Coffee with a Cop Wednesday, June 22nd at 1 PM.
Come & visit with Sheriff John Snaza!
Please feel free to bring your questions and concerns.
Senior Center of Rainier
108 Michigan St S
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2258
Sunday, June 19, 2022
July 2022 Lunch Menu
Dear Seniors & Friends,
The Senior Center of Rainier will be closed from July 14th - July 31st to do maintenance work and paint the dining room and restroom floors. We will reopen in the beginning of August. We hope to see you soon!
Linda Johnson
Community Yard Sale befits Tenino & Rainier Senior Centers
Tami Clark's neighborhood is having a community garage sale June 24th & 25th.
All proceeds are being donated to the Tenino and Rainier Senior Centers. This
multi-family yard sale is just off of Waldrick Road - between Bean's Road & Black
Bear Blvd SE.
Every year Tami & her neighbors have a sale and donate the proceeds to local
charity/non-profits. We are pleased & surprised that the Senior Center of Rainier
has been one charity/non-profit that was chosen this year. A special "Thank You"
to Tami & her neighbors from the Senior Center of Rainier!
Friday, May 13, 2022
Planning for Long Term Care
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| Ronnie Meldrum, CLTC |
We received a letter this week from Ronnie Meldrum, CLTC, owner of Meldrum Insurance, an agency that specializes in Medicare and Long Term Care Financial Services. Se is offering to give a free educational presentation about Planning for long term care. Her agency has been helping Seniors qualify for Medicaid Long-Term Care for over 10 years. You can learn more about her services at: https://www.planning4ltc.com/
"For over twenty years, Planning4LTC has been speaking to audiences at events about how p people pay for long-term care. Our speakers have presented at many events and have received rave feedback from audiences, as well as organizers over the years. We have offices in Olympia & Port Angeles."
Their Presenter will:
- Go over the most common myths of who will pay for their long-term care (Medicare, VA or Medicaid)
- Whether or not you need to be impoverished to qualify for Medicaid LTC.
- What could happen if you put your home in your child's name or a trust.
- How much money can you give away?
- What legal documents are important when applying for Medicaid LTC.
- How much money can I have and still qualify for Medicaid LTC?
- The Estate Recovery Act and who will get their home "taken away".
- In addition to the presentation, the speaker will conduct a 10-minute Q&A after the presentation.
Free Long Term Care Webinar: https://www.planning4ltc.com/webinar_instant_access.php
Seniors & Friends: Please let us know if you'd be interested in having Ronnie Meldrum make a presentation at the Senior Center. Let us know if you would prefer a presentation before lunch, shortly after lunch or in the evening.
Thank you.
Linda Johnson
Joe Kent for Congress - Townhall June 15, 2022
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| Joe Kent for Congress - 3rd District WA |
Joe Kent, who's running for Congress, is holding a Townhall at the Senior Center of Rainier on June 15th at 6 PM. Like most of our events, this event is open to the public. Joe Kent Running For Congress in Washington State 3rd District. Joe Is A Green Beret and Tragically Widower of Navy Chief Petty Officer Shanon Kent. To find out more about Joe visit his website at: https://joekentforcongress.com/about-joe/
https://joekentforcongress.com/
He'll be coming in for lunch at 11:30 to meet and greet us at the Senior Center. We know these are challenging times for working families and people on fixed incomes. If you have questions for Joe about his platform, please feel free to bring them with you when you join us for lunch or at the Townhall. You can read about his views on many issues facing people on his campaign website at: https://joekentforcongress.com/issues/
Thurston County GOP endorses Joe Kent:
https://joekentforcongress.com/thurston-county-gop-endorses-joe-kent/
You can watch Joe's Youtube video 11 Questions & a cup of Coffee: Retired Green Beret & Congressional Candidate Joe Kent at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ywIhZqMsSQ
Joe Kent is available for interviews. If interested, please email Ozzie Gonzalez at: ozzie@joekentforcongress.com or via cell at 951.442.0680.
Joe Kent for Congress
PO Box 2133
Battleground WA 98604-4687
United States of America
PO Box 2133
Battleground WA 98604-4687
United States of America
NOTE: This is NOT sponsored by any 501-c3 organization affiliated with the building. The Senior Center of Rainier & We Love Rainier WA do not endorse any candidates for political office. We are a multi-purpose center that allows use of the building for their public & private events.
If you are interested in hosting an event in the Senior Center of Rainier contact us at: (360) 446-2258 and leave a message with your name & contact information , or email us at: seniorcenterofrainier@gmail.com. Someone will get back to you.
Thank you for your time and consideration. Linda Johnson
Monday, May 2, 2022
June 2022 Lunch Menu
Here's the June 2022 Lunch Menu for the Senior Center of Rainier. Come join us for lunch! We're open Mondays & Wednesdays from 10 AM- 2 PM. BINGO is at 10 AM on the third Monday of the month.
May 2022 Lunch Menu
Here's a copy of the May 2022 Lunch Menu for the Senior Center of Rainier.
Please come in and welcome our new Kitchen Manager, Michael Oravits. Michael started worked in our kitchen last year, after he retired as a Director of the Salvation Army, where he worked for 37 years. We really value and appreciate him.
We have many dedicated volunteers in our kitchen. We appreciate everyone who helps in our kitchen and around our Senior Center. Victoria Cooper, Steve Ellingson, Debbie Henson, Hayden, Cheri & Linda (Victoria's sister). Thank you all for your continued help and support.
Remember, the Rainier Saturday Market opens up this coming Saturday, May 7th! They have around 25 vendors. The market will be open every Saturday in the field to the right of the Rainier Chapel. Support our Rainier Saturday Market!!!
Sunday, April 17, 2022
Callie Wattenbarger Celebration of Life
Callie Francis Wattenbarger
August 28, 1930 - February 20, 2022
Callie attended lunch at the Rainier Senior Center most Mondays and Wednesdays where she enjoyed the interaction with others. She volunteered to make and bring baked goods to their fundraisers, and always brought something to the potluck lunches. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
A memorial celebration will be held Saturday, April 23, 2022, at the Rainier Senior Center, 108 Michigan St. S., Rainier, Washington. Service begins at 11:30 a.m., with music and potluck to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to one of the following organizations that Callie supported throughout the years: St Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Olympia Union Gospel Mission.
Callie's Obituary can be found on-line at: https://www.yelmonline.com/stories/in-loving-memory-of-callie-frances-wattenbarger-1930-2022,287592?
Memories can be shared on-line at: http://obituaries.neptunesociety.com/obituaries/10600788.
Sunday, March 13, 2022
April 2022 Menu & Events
The April 2022 lunch menu is ready! Please note that Robbi Curry is now creating our lunch menus.
BINGO will still be on the 3rd Monday of the month and our Board Meetings will be on the 4th Monday of the month.
April 9th will be a vendor sale.
Church in the Park will be on the 3rd Saturday starting at 4:00 PM.
April 23rd Callie's Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at the Senior Center. More details to follow. It will be an "Open House". Everyone is welcome. Callie's daughter, Freedie, is making arrangements.
The Quilting Club will meet on April 30th. Contact Sue at the front desk if you're interested in joining the quilting ladies.
Upcoming Events at the Senior Center of Rainier
Dear Seniors & Friends,
BINGO Monday! Come join us for the fun and pick your own prizes! Reusable BINGO Cards are 3 for $1.00. Use them over and over during BINGO.
Later on, Mary Gumbo will be at the Senior Center to talk to us about healthcare at 1:00 PM. She will arrive early, if anyone has healthcare questions they'd like to discuss with her privately.
Wednesday at 1:30 PM is the We Love Rainier WA meeting in the Senior Center dining room. Please bring your thoughts and ideas for things you'd like to see happen in Rainier!
Next week, (Fourth Monday) will be our monthly Board Meeting. It will be held in the dining room starting at 1:00 PM.
This coming Wednesday we'll have a "We Love Rainier WA" meeting at the Senior Center.
Coffee with a Cop will be the following Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the Senior Center.
A lot is happening at the Senior Center. The Fire Inspector (Mark), Tom Arnbrister, Mike Oravits, George and I met yesterday at the Senior Center to go over any changes, updates we need to make as an Emergency Shelter. Per the recommendations, Tom is making arrangements to have our older fire extinguishers recharged. (We have 2 new extinguishers, purchased at Costco last month)
Mark recommends a few updated to the Senior Center. Smoke & CO2 detectors, recharge fire extinguishers and new Exit signs with battery back up emergency lights. The Smoke and CO2 detectors and emergency exit signs have been ordered. We will make arrangements to have the Exit signs installed.
George and I are retiring from Public Service as of May 31, 2022. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you all over these last few years. We have a great volunteer staff who'll be taking over the Senior Center. We'll still be in for lunch and visit with everyone! The people at the Senior Center of Rainier will always hold a special place in our hearts! Thank you again!
Linda & George Johnson
Friday, February 25, 2022
Integrated Health-Wellness Clinic - Introducing Mary Gumbo
Mary Gumbo from Integrated Health-Wellness made a presentation about the new clinic they opened up in Tumwater, WA. They are a primary care facility for adults and geriatric patients.
They are offer preventative care for patients from 49 years - 65+ years of age. (all screening updates, health risk assessments and blood work.
Mary does house call visits and telemedicine for homebound patients. She's in our area (Yelm) during the week, too.
We asked about medical insurances that they accept at Integrated Health-Wellness. They work with people on Medicare Part B, Medicare Advantage, Premera Blue Cross, LifeWise of Washington, Cigna, Medicaid and VA patients.
She will be in to visit us at the Senior Center once a month. Please bring your questions or concerns. She can make arrangements to talk privately to patients.
Please email your most burning health questions. Important changes you have experienced as you age, or do you want to have a home visit. Mary wants to target the health topics of interest for discussion on her next visit with us at the Senior Center.
You can email your questions to me at: seniorcenterofrainier@gmail.com or Mary at: info@integratedhealth-wellness.com (Attention Mary Gumbo).
Mary is a caring, compassionate healthcare provider. Healing is her calling. She helps with preventative healthcare as well as helps people with their heath problems and concerns.
Please feel free to call her if you have any questions. (425) 200-0654
(425) 200-0654
info@integratedhealth-wellness.com
344 Cleveland Ave SE, Suite A
Tumwater, WA 98501
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Thursday, February 3, 2022
Senior Center Garage Sale Saturday February 5, 2022
Garage Sale this Saturday 2/5/22
10 am to 3 pm
Lunch from 11 am - 1 pm
MENU, chili $2, hot dog, chips, and soda $1.50
Some items are pictured. All are in good shape.
- Commercial Vacuum Sealer ($500 new) with several rolls of 5 ml bags
- Standard Vacuum Sealer with marinade containers
- Ninja food processor and blender with accessories.
- Yogurt maker
- Pampered Chef Microwave Pressure Cooker
- Electric Steamer
- Popcorn in Tins (w/variety of 3 types of popcorn) $1.00 each
- Scented Pinecones
- Water bath canner
- Stock Pots
- 1500 watt infrared heater
- Copper/Metal punched tins for cabinets
See the pictures of items.
Monday, January 10, 2022
Washington Emergency Detention Meeting January 12, 2022
Important: Please read carefully.
To sign up for the Virtual Meeting go to: https://sboh.wa.gov/Meetings/
January 2022 Lunch Menu
The Senior Center of Rainier just reopened for lunch today. Someone mentioned that I forgot to post our newest lunch menu on our website. So....without delay....I'm posting it below.
Remember, you can call George, or me, if you have any questions or concerns:
(360) 292-5363 George Cell
(360) 292-5364 Linda Cell
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