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RAINBOW SENIOR CENTER AT KRONKOSKY PLACE MAY 2021 - MARCH 2021
RAINBOW SENIOR CENTER
AT KRONKOSKY PLACE

MAY 2021

                    MARCH 2021
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OUTDOOR EXERCISE CLASSES—LOCATION: ON THE BACK PATIO - KRONKOSKY PLACE
MONDAYS @ 10:00 A.M.—LINE DANCING
MONDAYS @ 1:00 PM—STRONG IN 15
TUESDAYS @ 10:00 A.M.—SIT & BE FIT

TUESDAYS @ 5:00 P.M.—ZUMBA
WEDNESDAYS @ 9:00 A.M.—ZUMBA
WEDNESDAYS @ 10:00 A.M.—TAI CHI (RSVP)
THURSDAYS @ 9:30 A.M—SILVER SNEAKERS CLASSIC
THURSDAYS @ 10:30 A.M.—CHAIR YOGA
THURSDAYS @ 5:00 P.M.—ZUMBA
FRIDAYS @ 9:00 A.M.—ZUMBA
FRIDAYS @ 10:00 A.M.—SIT & BE FIT

HEALTH FAIR – BACK COURTYARD: Rainbow Senior Center will be hosting a Health Fair in the back-courtyard area with
several healthcare providers and vendors from the Kendall County community and San Antonio area. If you have ques-
tions or concerns about your health or just want to learn more information on preventative wellness, this will be the place
to find your answers and news. Please come join us on Friday, May 21, 2021, from 9:00 – 12:00. We request everyone
wear masks and practice social distancing while attending the event. We hope to limit participants to 4 individuals per
booth in order to keep everyone safe. There will be door prizes given away at the event, so please register with Carol at
830-249-2114.
SILVER STRUMMERS IS BACK! The Rainbow Senior Center will host an acoustic jam session on the first Monday of every
month beginning in May from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on the back patio. Everyone is welcomed. Bring your guitars, mandolins,
ukuleles, harmonicas, and fiddles to join us playing music from country western to blue grass to gospel to folk. Or if you
prefer, just come to listen and/or sing along. If you want more information or plan to attend, please call Carol at 830-249-
2114.
UKULELE LESSONS: Rainbow Senior Center has joined with Edwin Floyd to teach Ukulele lessons. There are several individ-
uals who have signed up and lessons are currently being held outdoors at the Center every Wednesday from 1:30 – 3:00
p.m. If you have a passion for music and would like to be taught a fun and easy to learn instrument, consider playing the
ukulele. Call Edwin Floyd at 512-633-4266 for more information and details.

DRUM CIRCLE: Get in the GROOVE! Join us for a no-cost, weekly rhythm making session thanks to the Ecumenical Center.
No experience is necessary! Drums and percussion are provided. Individuals of all abilities with or without previous musical
experience are encouraged to attend. Every Monday beginning May 3rd, at 11:00 a.m. “I am feeling 100% uplifted and
energized! Relaxed at the same time. So chill! ...” please register with Carol at 830-249-2114.

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Your Hill Country Assisted Living
                                                    and Memory Care Community
                                                    Excellent Care with a Hill County Flare
                                                              Experience a Feeling of Family & Home

                                                                        830.816.5150
                                                            18 Old San Antonio Road • Boerne, TX 78006
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     The Franklin Park® Foundational Belief
 Embracing freedom, family, and friends is at the core of what
  we do. Our Foundational Belief is supported by four pillars:
 Social Interaction, Mental Stimulation, Spiritual Connection,
 and Physical Well-Being. By providing extraordinary facilities
    and a culture that concentrates on exceeding residents’
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                     overall healthy living.

       Come join us for a free lunch
      and check out our special events

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SERVICES & INFORMATION
                 Meals on Wheels Kendall County                             San Antonio Alzheimer’s Association
During the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone over the age of 55 in Ken-      The Alzheimer’s Association® 24/7 Helpline (800)
 dall County is eligible to receive home-delivered meals. This pro-    272-3900 is available around the clock, 365 days a
gram ensures seniors have a hot meal delivery, a wellness check in       year. Through this free service, specialists and
  by a volunteer, phone call check ins daily, and 2 weeks worth of     master’s-level clinicians offer confidential support
                           emergency meals.                            and information to people living with the disease,
                     Call 830-249-2114 or email                                caregivers, families and the public.
              mealsonwheels@rainbowseniorcenter.com                            Donate through Amazon Smile!
                                                                                 Do you shop online? There is a way to
                                                                         shop for yourself and simultaneously donate to
                                                                       Rainbow Senior Center. Amazon provides a variety
                                                                       of products and necessities including groceries for
                                                                        home delivery. Shop at www.smile.amazon.com
                                                                         and they’ll donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to
                                                                       your favorite charitable organization—no fees, no
                                                                        extra cost. Just designate Rainbow Senior Center
                                                                                     as your charity of choice!
                       FREE RSC Resources:                             Having a hard time coping during COVID-19?
Grocery Pick up: Please contact RSC at 830-249-2114 if you are in      Meet with a counselor from the Ecumenical Center
              need of an individual to shop for you.                      from the comfort of your home. Schedule a
RX Pick up: Please contact RSC at 830-249-2114 if you are in need       wellness conversation today! (210) 616-0995.
          of an individual to pick up your prescriptions.              Texans Recovering Together is also available over
                                                                         the phone—Information below. (Both free of
Home Health Closet: We continue to meet the needs of our com-
                                                                                           charge.)
 munity by offering our equipment loan program of wheelchairs,
   walkers, canes, bed side toilet, shower chairs, and transport
chairs. Please call RSC at 830-249-2114 to set up a time for pick up
                             or delivery.
Puzzles and Book Loan: Call RSC at 830-249-2114 if you would like
to schedule a time for a pick up of puzzles or books or have some-
                    one take it to your home.
 Dog and Cat Fostering: Looking for a furry companion temporari-
ly? Consider fostering an animal! Please contact Rhonda Minarcin
            at Hay Dude Critter Rescue 210-273-9414.
    Volunteer Opportunities: Call RSC at 830-249-2114 if you would
     like to lend a helping hand with any of our ongoing projects!

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LOW VISION CLUB

                       PLEASE JOIN US: Wednesday May 19, 2021, 10:00am-11:00am

                                             Via phone or Zoom Meetings

                       San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind and Vision Impaired presents:

                                            Orientation and Mobility Services

                                     https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1613223727

                                        or by phone: US Toll-free 833-568-8864

                                                Meeting ID: 161 322 3727

        Questions on how to use Zoom meetings, or to have the information emailed or text to you,

                                               call Susan at 210-419-9780

                       Preserving Dignity & Creating Memories for Your Family
                                                            Golden Age Senior Placement
                                                                          Our Services
                                                  Assisted Living • Personal Care Home • Independent Living
                                                               Memory Care • Alzheimer’s Care
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                                                                                                                      President

  Contact Anita Aguilar to place an ad today!
aaguilar@lpiseniors.com or (800) 950-9952 x2677

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SUNSCREENS EXPLAINED
We all have been told how important it is to use sunscreens. It has been preached to us again and again but why do many of us
not bother to apply it (or only use it at the beach or pool)? It’s overwhelming with so many SPF products on the market. How
do we know which ones are best to use and why? What is UV radiation and why does it matter to us? Sunscreens must be ap-
plied daily; get in the habit of applying it after you brush your teeth in the morning. Little doses of UV rays here and there add
up to damage down the road. Wear sun protection in the winter (especially here in South Texas) and on rainy days (UV rays still
penetrate through clouds). Be extra diligent to apply behind your neck, top of ears, chest, back of hands, etc. Recommendations
below are for the face and chest area. An abundance of body sunscreens is less expensive, but it is a good idea to apply to ex-
posed skin daily as well.

Moisturizers/sunscreens with antioxidant protection give another layer of sun protection. Antioxidants protect skin from colla-
gen breakdown and environmental attacks. Examples include Vitamins A, C, E - Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) which are the most
common and effective. Ingredients derived from fruits and other botanicals are good. A blend of antioxidants is best. It is a fal-
lacy that you need an SPF of 100. SPF of 50 blocks 97% of UV rays while a SPF of 30 blocks 93%. Even being in the shade does
not block 100% of rays. Look for a sunscreen of at least SPF 30 and don’t count on your foundation to be your sunscreen; use it
under your foundation.

What is UV radiation? Ultraviolet radiation penetrates through the ozone layer contributing to DNA damage. UVA (Alpha) are
the aging rays. They penetrate deeper into the dermis which contributes to a majority of photo damage (age spots, hyperpig-
mentation, skin abnormalities). UVA rays remain at a constant strength throughout the day, year-round. These rays penetrate
through clouds and windows, and their damaging effects target everyone, regardless of skin type, tone or condition. UVB (Beta)
are the burning rays that make the skin red and hot. UVC (Carcinogenic) are absorbed in the ozone and do not affect the skin.
UVA/UVB will both contribute to aging and skin cancer. It is important to find sunscreen that is broad spectrum which protects
from both damaging UV rays. For sunscreens to be most effective, check expiration dates and keep lotion out of direct heat
(which can break down ingredients making it less effective). Don’t keep your sunscreen in the car or on the patio table.

There are two types of sunscreens: Chemical and Physical. Chemical ingredients absorb UV rays. It should be applied 20
minutes before sun exposure. Chemical blocks can be broken down by sunlight and must be reapplied often. Chemical sun-
screens can be irritating since they absorb into the skin. If you have any skin conditions or sensitivities, a physical block is recom-
mended. Physical sunscreens are mineral based and reflect UV rays. Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are the main ingredients.
Most brands have been micronized so they do not turn the skin white like in the old days. Physical blocks are more photo-
stable, meaning less likely to breakdown in the sun. It also reflects heat since the product sits on the skin. As of January 2021,
Hawaii has banned chemical sunscreens as the ingredients bleach and harm coral reef. Physical sunscreens are the only type
allowed.

Facial Sunscreen recommendations (chemical and physical): Supergoop Unseen SPF 40 and ZincScreen Mineral Lotion, Coola, La
Roche-Posay Anthelios with Mexoryl SX Ultra-light Mineral SPF 50, Elta MD UV Pure SPF 47, First Aid Beauty Liquid Mineral, Neu-
trogena has many - look for Helioplex on the label, CereVe Mineral Face SPF, Cetaphil AM SPF 30, Cetaphil Clear Skin SPF 60,
Aveeno Positively Radiant SPF 30, Aveeno Mineral Sensitive SPF. There are many to choose from, read the labels and find one
that suits you. These can be found at Walmart, Target or Ulta. For the body, Coppertone, Neutrogena, La Roche-Posay, Super-
goop are wonderful product lines. If you have a history of skin cancer, please refer to your dermatologist. They may have more
recommendations and will keep a closer eye on your condition.

There is clothing available that has an SPF in them. Not only swim wear but casual everyday apparel. Always a good idea to
wear a hat (we forget about the scalp) and UV blocking sunglasses. It only takes an extra minute or two to use sunscreens. Make
it a daily habit to help save your skin.

                                                                                             Wendy Kosmatka-- Licensed Esthetician
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MAY FUN!
  WHOA! MAY BIRTHDAYS HAVE ARRIVED
  May birthdays have arrived and guess what characteristics are displayed in these appreciable people? Generally,
  they are both physically and mentally healthy and have positive attitudes. If they are born between May 1st and
  20th, they come under the zodiac sign of Taurus and tend to be smart, ambitious and trustworthy. If they are
  born between May 21st and May 31st, they come under the sign of Gemini and reveal a passionate and dynamic
  nature. People born in May are also very hard working and strive to achieve their goals and dreams. As a result,
  they also show a determination to do things properly and whole heartedly. They are full of energy and are prone
  to become restless. May folks are very sensitive to other individuals’ feelings. Because of their sensitive nature,
  they are also easily angered and short tempered. Yikes! Let’s not upset our May birthday members! Let’s go
  ahead and have a drive through birthday celebration on Friday, May 28th at 12 noon: great food, birthday cake
  and entertainment. Please call Pat by 9 a.m. and let her know if you will be able to join us. Also, do not forget you
  are always welcomed to park in the lot and listen to the entertainment before heading back home. Hope you will
  join us!

  MOTHER’S DAY PARTY
  Moms are very special and most of us could not have survived without them. It is only proper that we celebrate
  them in a special way. Please join us on Thursday, May 6th at 12:00 noon for our drive through lunch, dessert and
  entertainment to honor all Moms. Champion High School students will be providing a fashion show with their
  wonderful custom creations for your enjoyment. Please be sure and call Pat by 9:00 a.m. and let us know if you
  can join us!

  MOTHER’S DAY JOKE
  Johnny watched, fascinated, as his mother gently rubbed cold cream on her face. "Why are you rubbing cold
  cream on your face, Mommy?" he asked.
  "To make myself beautiful," said his mother.
  A few minutes later, she began removing the cream with a tissue.

                               SPECIAL APRIL BIRTHDAY
If you celebrate your birthday in May, we will be providing you with a lovely floral
bouquet from the Flower Shop. The Flower Shop has donated beautiful arrangements
each month for many years to help celebrate our members’ birthdays! Rainbow Sen-
                          ior Center would like to recognize and thank them for their
                          support and help.
                                  Mary Etta Kingston was the lucky recipient of a
                          beautiful arrangement and celebrated her 100th birthday
                          on April 28th. She lived in Corpus Christi for most of her life
                          but moved to Boerne a couple of years ago to be closer to
                          her immediate family. She has always loved to garden and
                          has many beautiful plants on her porch. She considers her-
                          self to have lived a blessed life. Congratulations for cele-
                          brating 100 wonderful years, Mary Etta!

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CAREGIVER SUPPORT!
Family Caregiver Telephone Support Group
If you are caring for loved one with chronic illness or Alzheimer’s and
other related dementias, who is caring for you?
•    Learn practical caregiving information
•    Receive mutual support
•    Learn about local community resources
•    Learn tips and strategies from other caregivers

                              3rd Thursdays of every month , 10:30-11:45am (CST)
                                               Call in number 830-217-2554

                Contact Cindy Robles; Caregiver SOS WellMed Charitable Foundation 210-254-1489

                   The Lifestyle You Deserve,
                      The Care You Need.
                                          HERITAGE PLACE - BOERNE
                                                        ASSISTED LIVING

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    YOU WILL FEEL THE DIFFERENCE WHEN YOU WALK THROUGH THE DOOR.
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MAY MENU
      MONDAY                     TUESDAY                 WEDNESDAY                     THURSDAY                       FRIDAY
03                         04                         05                         06                            07
Chicken Fritter w/ Gravy   Baked Lemon Catfish        Beef Fajitas               Roast Pork Loin               Char Broiled Beef Patty
Garlic Mashed Potatoes     Green Peas                 Mexican Rice               w/ Gravy                      w/ Fixings
Veggie Medley              Orzo Pasta                 Seasoned Squash            Beets & Onions                Potato Salad
                                                                                 Hot Spiced Peaches            Fresh Fruit

10                         11                         12                         13                            14
Smothered Pork Chop        Beer Battered Cod          Grilled Pesto Chicken      Trio of Cold Salad:           Sweet & Sour Chicken
Collard Greens             Corn O’Brien               Sauteed Zucchini           Tuna Salad                    Fried Rice
Au Gratin Potatoes         Wild Rice                  Steamed Rice               Chicken Salad                 Cinnamon Pears
                           House Salad                House Salad                Macaroni Salad
                                                                                 w/ Crackers

17                         18                         19                         20                            21
Summer Chicken Stew        Meatballs w/ Gravy         Grilled Pork Chop          Cajun Style Catfish           BBQ Beef on Bun
Yukon Gold Potatoes        Buttered Rice              w/ Pan Gravy               Blackeyed Peas w/             Pinto Beans
Turnip Greens              Succotash                  Roasted Herbed Red Pota-   Snap Green Beans              Steamed Broccoli
                                                      toes                       Pears & Peaches Medley
                                                      Sauteed Spinach & Onions

24                         25                         26                         27                            28
Homemade Chicken Salad     Baked Ham w/ Apple Glaze Sliced Roast Turkey Breast   Baked Cod Veracruz            King Ranch Chicken
on Leaf Lettuce            Sliced Beets               Sweet Potatoes             Cilantro Herbed Rice          Black Beans
Fruit Medley               Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes Green Beans                Buttered Lima Beans w/ Dill   Fresh Summer Squash w/
Potato Chips                                                                                                   Cilantro

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Closed for Memorial Day.

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MAY REVIEW
Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 4:00, come enjoy the beauty of the back area of Kronkosky Place. We have
tables and chairs set up for you to relax and socialize with a friend while enjoying nature in a safe area.

Every Monday and Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:30, Parking Lot Bingo in our front parking lot!
Mondays at 11:00 a.m., Ecumenical Center hosts Drum Circle on the RSC patio.
On the first Monday of every month (May 3rd!), the Silver Strummers have a jam session from 2:00 to 4:00 in the
back courtyard of Kronkosky Place.

On Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30, Randy Williams will introduce and teach different topics for computers, pads,
tablets, phones and other technology. Come learn and bring your questions! (Limit 5 people per session)

Every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:00, Edwin Floyd will host Ukulele Lessons.

Thursday, May 6 at 12:00 noon we will celebrate Mother’s Day with a fashion show!
Friday, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. we invite all our New Members to Orientation and then join other members at 2:00 p.m.
for a fun Spring Concert.
Friday, May 21 from 9:00 – 12 Noon, RSC will host our Health Fair. Door Prizes will be given!

Friday, May 28 at 12:00 noon we will celebrate all our May Birthdays!
If other special activities arise during the month, we will be sure to reach out to you and let you know!

                                                                        Contact Anita Aguilar to place an ad today!
                                                                      aaguilar@lpiseniors.com or (800) 950-9952 x2677

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Karen Love
BOARD CHAIR
                              Julia Garza
                              BOARD MEMBER
                                                                     RSC LEADERSHIP.
                                                                                CENTER STAFF
Jennifer Johnson              Gavin Grosenbacher
IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR          BOARD MEMBER                 Olivia Burdick               Pat Kelly
                                                           EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR           PROPERTY MANAGER
Pete Cowger                   Chris Weber
VICE CHAIR                    BOARD MEMBER                 Emily Perry                  Mike Lenhoff
                                                           DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS       HEAD CHEF
Bill Bird
CHAIR ELECT                                                Jonathan Rivera              Scott Shields
                              Advisory Panel               NUTRITION DIRECTOR           ASSISTANT CHEF
Robb Weller                   Jack Beckwith
TREASURER                                                  Carol Hitchler               Susan Payne
                              Nicole Bishop                ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR       KITCHEN ASSISTANT
Cali Redd                     Howard Klein
SECRETARY                                                  Karla Anger                  TBD
                              Dawn Fulgham                                              EVENT COORDINATOR
                                                           BOOKKEEPER
Sandra Bradley                Courtney Velek
BOARD MEMBER                                               Pat Gray                     Dave Wallace
                                                           RECEPTIONIST                 DRIVER

                            AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN DAY – MAY 24TH
    The unsung heroes of travelers and some of the hardest workers in the travel industry are the aviation
  maintenance technicians. They’re the ones responsible for providing the foundation of a safe flight to your
  destination! In 1902 a mechanic by the name of Charles Edward Taylor joined in the journey of the Wright
brothers and built a 12-horsepower engine light enough for flight. It is Charles Taylor who we specifically honor
     on this day because, without him, none of the success of the Wright brothers would have occurred.

                              AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN DAY TIMELINE
  1782—Paper manufacturers Joseph-Michael and Jacques-Ètienne Montgolfier demonstrate the flight of their
                                           hot-air balloon.
                       1903—The Wright Brothers take the Flyer to skies for the first time.
   1914—The world's first scheduled passenger airline service takes off, operating between St. Petersburg and
                                              Tampa, Florida.
  1927—American Aviator Charles A. Lindbergh completes the first solo, nonstop transatlantic flight in history.
 1932—Cornelius Coffey becomes the first African American to hold a pilot’s license and a mechanics license in
                                             the United States.
                                                   -National Today

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NUTRITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
CAUSES OF MALNUTRITION:                                  WAYS TO HELP SENIORS STAY HYDRATED

•   Lack of interest in cooking                          Dehydration is one of the top 10 reasons seniors end up
                                                         in the emergency room. A good guide for anyone over
•   Living alone and eating for one
                                                         age 65 is to drink 9 glasses of fluid a day. Water is best,
•   Changing taste buds                                  but all liquid counts! Watch sugar intake and discourage
                                                         drinking alcohol.
•   Medication side-effects that suppress appetite or
    create bitter tastes                              •      Soup – an excellent way to increase fluid and nutri-
                                                             ents
•   Restricted diets such as low sodium or low-fat
    diets                                                •   Coffee with milk
                                                         •   Tea – caffeinated or herbal
•   Preferring to drink alcohol instead of eating
                                                         •   Iced tea – black tea or fruit-flavored herbal teas
•   Trouble swallowing
                                                         •   Popsicles – natural, all fruit are best
•   Trouble chewing due to sore gums or poor dental
    health                                          •        Juice – 100% juice is best
                                                         •   Smoothies – add protein powder, yogurt and vegeta-
•   Limited income to buy nutritious food
                                                             bles for extra nutrition
•   Expensive medications leave little room for food
                                                         •   Coconut water – a good way to get natural electro-
•   Lack of mobility – unable to get to the store            lytes
•   Depression and dementia                              •   Milk – chilled soy milk, rice milk, goat, or cow’s milk.
                                                             You may also consider steaming milk and adding a
                                                             squeeze of chocolate syrup or cinnamon.

MALNUTRITION PREVENTION CHECKLIST

•   Check the refrigerator and observe eating habits

•   Watch for health changes and fluctuation in weight

•   Encourage foods rich in the 5 key vitamins and nutrients

•   Boost hydration with 9 glasses of water a day

•   Ask for help when you need it from sources like A Place for Mom

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COMPUTER CLASSES
                             COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY CLASSES – MAY 2021
           In April, Rainbow Senior Center teamed up with Randy Williams and began introducing some com-
    puter and technology classes to our members. Every Wednesday from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Randy will in-
   struct on various computer and technology classes for our members. Through some basic surveys Randy
   drafted, he discovered the topics that were most important to some of our members. He reviewed some
      of those subjects in April. Below are the top areas which he will focus on during the month of May.

                            5 May 2021: Intro to Basic Computers, 9:30—11:30
                              12 May 2021: Windows 10 Forum, 9:30—11:30
                             19 May 2021: Computer Q&A Forum, 9:30—11:30
                                26 May 2021: Internet Forum, 9:30—11:30

  As always, Randy is always happy to help if you have any other questions or concerns. Please call Carol at
   830-249-2114 and let us know if you plan to attend any of the classes above as we are limiting each ses-
                                               sion to 5 people.

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                                                                    the San Antonio Area
                                                                      and the Texas Hill
                                                                        Country Area!

                                                                    “Helping Our Patients and
                                                                     Their Families Embrace
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Our team is available 24 hours a day,
                                                                       Our services include:
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                                                                      • PAIN & SYMPTOM
    provide compassionate and                                           MANAGEMENT
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Medicaid, TriCare and most private insurance.

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BOERNE, TX 78006-3414
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