Commun ty Matters April 2016
Parsons Presbyterian Manor
Retired Professor, Engineer, Enjoys New Life at Manor “How many engineers does it take to change a lightbulb?”
As a retired engineer (and college professor), Gene Chambers has heard this joke a time or two during his lifetime. And Gene will be the first to tell you he loves a good joke.
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Gene Chambers enjoys his new home in the Independent Living duplexes at Parsons Presbyterian Manor.
“It’s kind of funny now that I’m living here at Presbyterian Manor, I can say none! Because I don’t have to change my own lightbulbs anymore!” said Gene. “I had one go out the other day, and they came and changed it in no time!”
No longer having to change lightbulbs or perform other home maintenance duties is just one of the many reasons Gene is enjoying his new home in the Independent Living duplexes here at Presbyterian Manor. “I’ve been here for a few months now. I have a two bedroom place, and it’s plenty big. I really like it!” said Gene. “I retired from teaching at Pittsburg State University 24 years ago, and also worked as an engineer both before and after that time. I had a home I lived in with my son
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