cognitive decline (along with taking Vitamin B-12) and reduce inflammation, promote regular bowel movements and support the healthy bacteria in a digestive system. Bender added that vitamin K in asparagus is essential for blood clotting and bone health. This wonderful spring vegetable is also low in calories and high in nutrients. Half a cup of cooked asparagus is only 20 calories and offers 2

The Pinochle Club meets on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays in Clubhouse 1 at 11:30 a.m. Lessons are available during Thursday meetings starting at 11:30. Contact Joan Taylor at 562-666-1714 for more information. May 1 winners: Don Krammer and Joan Taylor, 11,280, first place; Suzanne Parks, 10,740, second; Irene Perkins, 9,960, third; Mary Messersmith, 9,920, fourth. May 3 winners: Don Walton,

Wednesday, June 3 Meatloaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans almandine, fruit cocktail with coconut, ham and cheese sandwich with lettuce, tomato and pickle, and creamy cucumber salad.

In observance of Memorial Day, all Golden Rain Foundation offices except Security will be closed Monday, May 26. The GRF on-call bus will operate on its regular weekday schedule. The Leisure World Maintenance Department will be on call for emergencies at 562-594-4754.