Lutheran Community Services Northwest Klamath

09/02/2026

We all have a role to play in su***de prevention. By working together, we can create communities where people feel valued, supported, and connected.

08/27/2026

💜 Getting to Overdose Awareness Day Just Got Easier 💜

We want everyone who wishes to attend Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday, August 29, to have the opportunity to be there.

That's why we're grateful to BTS and Access Taxi, who are providing FREE rides within Klamath Falls for event attendees.

🕦 Available from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM
📞 Call 541-885-TAXI (8294)

Simply tell the dispatcher you need a ride to Overdose Awareness Day.

Thank you, BTS and Access Taxi, for supporting our community and helping ensure transportation is not a barrier to participation.

Please share this post and help us reach those who may need this service. Together, we honor lives lost, support healing, and raise awareness about overdose prevention.

08/27/2026

💜 Join us on this Saturday, August 29, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Veterans Park as we gather to honor and remember those we have lost to overdose.

Community organizations will come together to offer meaningful remembrance activities, support, and valuable resources for individuals and families.

We invite you to spend an afternoon with us reflecting, connecting, and finding hope through the strength of our community.

08/21/2026

Please join us in congratulating Sarah and Tara, our Employees of the Month!

We are proud to recognize Sarah, Medical Assistant, and Tara, Relief Nursery Supervisor, for their dedication, hard work, and the positive impact they make every day.

Sarah holds her CADC II and QMHA II certifications and is also a Peer Support Specialist. She is a valued member of our team who consistently goes above and beyond to support her colleagues and the individuals we serve. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys baking sourdough bread, cheering on her son at baseball and football games, and traveling with her family.

Tara holds a master’s degree in Elementary Education and brings more than 20 years of experience in education, including eight years in relief nursery work. She is also an active part of Klamath Falls’ theater community, and you may spot her on the Linkville or Ragland stage. When she’s not working or performing, Tara enjoys spending time with her family and animals.

Thank you, Sarah and Tara, for your hard work, unwavering commitment, and the care you bring to our team and community. We are so grateful to have you both as part of our organization!

Please help us celebrate and congratulate them on this well-deserved recognition!

08/19/2026

Join us for Overdose Awareness Day 2026 on Saturday, August 29th, from 1:00–4:00 PM at Veterans Park.

Overdose affects individuals, families, and entire communities. This day is an opportunity to come together, remember those we have lost, support those impacted, and spread hope and awareness.

Let’s stand together as a community and show our support.

08/18/2026

Join us on Saturday, August 29th from 1:00 PM–4:00 PM at Veterans Park as we come together to remember and honor those we have lost to overdose. Community organizations will be collaborating to provide meaningful remembrance activities, support, and resources for our community.

Please join us for an afternoon of remembrance, connection, hope, and community.

08/14/2026

Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish — it’s an important part of taking care of your mental health.

Self-care can look different for everyone. It might mean getting enough rest, taking a break, spending time with people who support you, getting outside, setting boundaries, or simply giving yourself permission to slow down.

You can’t pour from an empty cup. Make time for yourself, listen to what you need, and remember that your mental health matters.

**Take care of you. You’re worth it.**

08/13/2026

A beautiful opportunity to remember, honor, and celebrate the lives of those we’ve loved and lost.

The 8th Annual Butterfly Release will be held Saturday, September 12th at 3:00 PM at Moore Park Marina II Pavilion. This FREE event offers families a meaningful moment of remembrance, healing, and hope.

We’re sharing this event to help spread the word to anyone who may find comfort in this special gathering.

For complete details, registration information, and contact information, please see the original post below.

🦋 Join Us for the 8th Annual Butterfly Release 🦋

There are some people we never stop missing.

On Saturday, September 12th at 3:00 PM, we invite you to join us at Moore Park Marina II Pavilion for an afternoon of remembrance, healing, and hope as we honor the lives of those we've loved and lost.

Families will have the opportunity to release a live butterfly in memory of their loved one, with each honored name included in our memorial program.

Whether your loss was recent or many years ago, you are welcome here. Grief has no timeline, and no one should have to carry it alone.

🦋 To include your loved one's name and reserve a butterfly, please register by September 1, 2026.
📞 Call 541-882-1636 or scan the QR code on the flyer.

This event is FREE and made possible through the partnership of the Heart of Hospice Foundation and Bristol Hospice Klamath Falls.

💜 Please help us reach families who could use this moment of remembrance by sharing this post. You never know who may need to see it today.

08/07/2026

Today’s the day!

Let’s celebrate 175 years of The YMCA of Klamath Falls! Come out for a day full of free food, swimming, family fun, raffles, community organizations, and more! 🏊‍♀️🍔🎈

Whether you’ve been part of the YMCA for years or are checking it out for the first time, today is the perfect day to celebrate together! 🙌

📍 YMCA of Klamath Falls
🗓️ Today, August 7
⏰ Celebration starts at 12:00 PM
🎟️ FREE & OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY!

Come make some memories and help the YMCA celebrate 175 amazing years! 🎉💙

🎉 The Countdown Is Over… It's Time to Celebrate 175 Years! 🎉

Join us tomorrow, Friday, August 7, as we celebrate 175 years of serving the Klamath Falls community! Whether you've been with us for decades or this is your very first visit, we'd love to celebrate this incredible milestone with you.

🎈 FREE & OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY!
Here's what you can look forward to:
🍔 Free burgers, hot dogs & birthday cake
💦 Water slide & family activities
🎟️ Raffle drawings
🤝 Community vendors & organizations
🏊 FREE Open Swim from 12:00 PM–8:00 PM
🏓 Pickleball Tournament
🎂 Birthday cake cutting & donor recognition
💙 A day filled with fun, memories, and community spirit!

🕛 Celebration Schedule
• 12:00 PM – Celebration Kickoff
• 12:30 PM – Welcome & Remarks
• 1:30 PM – Donor Recognition
• 2:00 PM – Birthday Cake Cutting 🎂
• 3:00 PM – Raffle Drawing
• 4:30 PM – Closing Remarks
• 5:00 PM – Celebration Concludes
• 8:00 PM – Facility Closes

📍 YMCA of Klamath Falls
1221 South Alameda Ave.
Klamath Falls, OR 97603

For 175 years, the YMCA has been a place where friendships are built, children grow, families connect, and our community comes together. We can't wait to celebrate this historic milestone with you.

See you tomorrow! 💙💛