Seneca Healthcare District

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from Seneca Healthcare District ❤️

This Valentine’s Day, we’re reminded that taking care of your heart is one of the most important ways to show love. At Seneca, we support heart health through prevention, early detection, and ongoing care—because small steps today can make a lifelong difference.

We encourage our community to know their numbers, stay active, eat heart-healthy foods, manage stress, and keep up with regular checkups. Heart disease is often preventable, and together, through education and access to care, we can build a healthier future.

Thank you for trusting us with your heart—today and every day!

02/13/2026

✨ Thank you to the Indian Valley Thrift Shop Association for supporting Seneca Healthcare Foundation's "Buy a Beam" initiative! 🏗

As a rural healthcare district, our community includes the communities around us. The Indian Valley Thrift Shop Association proved that with their support of the new Lake Almanor Community Hospital. Thank you, ladies, for your support on this transformative project that will serve our entire community for generations to come! 💙

A limited number of beams are still available! Get yours now: https://senecahospital.org/donate/buyabeam/

02/11/2026

✨ Thank you to Lake Almanor Elks Lodge # 2626 for supporting Seneca Healthcare Foundation's "Buy a Beam" initiative! 🏗

Members were treated to a presentation from CEO Shawn McKenzie before starting their tours with Seneca Executives, where they took a behind the scenes look at the new hospital that will serve them and generations to come. Each signed their name or family name with well-wishes on their beam, to live forever within the walls of this healing place.

Thank you, Elks Lodge #2626 for your support in this historic project! 💙

Beams are still available! Get yours: https://senecahospital.org/donate/buyabeam/

02/10/2026

Seneca Healthcare Foundation thanks Strategic Building Services for being a Driving Range AND a Hole Sponsor for our second annual golf tournament, set for May 29th, 2026! ⛳️

By sponsoring two areas in this event, they will be recognized in a variety of ways that gain visibility and allow us to properly thank them for their support of healthcare in our community!

🌟Become a Sponsor Today!
Visit: www.senecahospital.org/golf

02/09/2026

Seneca Healthcare Foundation extends a gracious thank you to Antlers Inn for returning as a Hole Sponsor for the 2026 Golf Tournament, set for Friday, May 29th at Bailey Creek Golf Course! ⛳️

Their ongoing support allows us to plan ahead with confidence and continue creating meaningful traditions. Thank you, Antlers!

🌟SPONSORSHIPS NOW OPEN!🌟
Sponsor today to maximize your organization's recognition and secure tickets before they go on sale to the public!
Sponsor here: https://senecahospital.org/golf/

02/06/2026

The February update on the new Lake Almanor Community Hospital is available now.

View on our website:

View Larger Image February 2026 New Build UpdateBuild Progress:With all steel erected and the tracks defining rooms, departments, and functional areas now in place, the project will move into the next phase of interior construction. This includes installation of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing....

02/06/2026

Happy Patient Recognition Week! 💙

During Patient Recognition Week, Seneca Healthcare District would like to take a moment to celebrate the people who inspire our work every day—our patients. It is a privilege to care for you, and we are deeply grateful for the trust you place in our healthcare team.

Your kind words remind us why community-based care matters.

See these kind reviews and leave your own on our Patient Testimonials page: https://senecahospital.org/grateful-patient-2/

02/04/2026

Public Release from Plumas County Public Health Agency

02/03/2026

Pride in Foodservice Week 2026!

Seneca is proud to celebrate Pride in Foodservice Week and the incredible people who keep our kitchen and nutrition services running every single day. 💙

Foodservice in healthcare is about so much more than meals. It’s about nourishment, dignity, healing, and comfort. From preparing medically tailored diets to delivering a warm tray with a smile, our foodservice teams play a vital role in patient recovery and the overall care experience.

To our foodservice team: thank you. Your skill, teamwork, and commitment do not go unnoticed. You are essential members of the healthcare team, and we are deeply grateful for the pride you bring to your work every day. This week, and always, we celebrate you! 🌟

02/02/2026

❤️ February is American Heart Month

At Seneca Healthcare District, we’re committed to keeping our community heart-healthy—this month and all year long.

Small lifestyle changes—like staying active, eating heart-healthy foods, managing stress, and getting regular checkups—can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.

📍 Regular Screenings Recommended
Schedule a screening at the Lake Almanor Clinic to take control of your health today. Call 1(833)227-3743 or visit us at 199 Reynolds Road in Chester.

Early detection saves lives. This February, take a moment to check in on your heart—and encourage your loved ones to do the same.

02/02/2026

💙 A Fond Farewell to Lori Koehler 💙

Lori Koehler, beloved family care provider and valued member of our clinical team, will be leaving in March 2026 to relocate closer to her children and young grandchildren.

During her time at Seneca, Lori became known not only for her clinical excellence, but for the compassion, warmth, and dedication she brought to every patient and to the Chester/Lake Almanor community. Her impact will be felt for years to come.

While we will miss Lori dearly, we celebrate this next chapter in her life and wish her all the best as she embraces time with her family.

Recruitment for a new provider is already underway, and we look forward to welcoming a new clinician this spring to ensure continued, community-centered care.

Please join us in thanking Lori for her incredible service and wishing her happiness in her next adventure! 💐

Full release:

Seneca Healthcare District (SHD) was honored to host Assemblymember Heather Hadwick for a tour of the coming Lake Almanor Community Hospital on Tuesday, November 18th. Her visit proved to be warm and engaging, highlighting the shared values of strength, spirit, and resilience within the Lake Almanor...

01/29/2026

Seneca Healthcare Foundation extend a gracious thank you to Emcor Services Mesa Energy for being our Hole-In-One sponsor for the 2026 Golf Tournament, set for Friday, May 29th at Bailey Creek Golf Course! ⛳️

By sponsoring the tournament’s most thrilling challenge, they're helping to create a memorable experience with purpose behind every shot.

🌟SPONSORSHIPS NOW OPEN!🌟
Sponsor today to maximize your organization's recognition and secure tickets before they go on sale to the public!
Sponsor here: https://senecahospital.org/golf/