Oklahoma Senior Journal Fall/Summer2013-14 by Robin Gunn

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MAKING A BETTER LIFE FOR THE

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Journal After-Surgery

Companionship

Services

Care & Therapy

Interactive

Caregiving

The Heart of

In-Home Care...

is Comfort Keepers®' innovative alternative to traditional senior living. Giving seniors the opportunity to live in a real home surrounded by companionship and support. Read about it on page 60 & 61.

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Service Listings Over 5,000+ Resources, Numbers and Websites

Section 50a Pet It’s All About “PETS” &

Keith E. Gibson, D.D.S. Tooth Loss Equals Bone Loss

Dr. Ed Shadid for Mayor

the People They Own...! ®

life

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live it. At the Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative (OHAI), we teach fun, interactive classes proven to help advance your daily nutrition and level of activity. Whether you are limited in your mobility or very active, OHAI has a helpful program near you... for you.

Take the first step to good health today, call OHAI! The Central OHAI Center of Healthy Aging serves the communities in Canadian, Cleveland, Grady, Lincoln, Logan, McClain, Oklahoma, Payne, Pottawatomie, and Seminole counties.

Find us on Facebook!

To learn how OHAI can help you and your community: call 405-271-6424 or email OHAI@OUHSC.edu 1122 Northeast 13th, Oklahoma City, OK 73117

www.OHAI.org OHAI is a program of the Donald W. Reynolds Department of Geriatric Medicine at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and is supported by a grant from the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation. ÂŠ OKLAHOMA SENIOR JOURNAL 2014

Independent Senior Apartment Communities Affordable Living for 62+

Relax and enjoy... • 24-hour emergency maintenance • Washer and dryer connections • Income limitations apply

• Resident activities • Clothes care center • Professional caring staff

Larkspur Village Apartments

1511 Larkspur Ln - Durant, OK (580) 920-1334

East Oaks Village

Temple Gardens

2121 N Post Rd - Midwest City, OK (405) 259-9696

1515 NE 48th St - Oklahoma City, OK (405) 604-3111

My Body Is Not Responding Like It Used To

ave you ever said or heard an older adult say, “my body is not responding like it used to”? It seems like everything from losing weight to healing takes longer as you grow older. Often these changes are seen as part of the aging process, but that’s not always the case. “A decline in health is not always the result of aging. That’s why we address nagging symptoms before they become bigger problems,” says Laurence Rubenstein, MD, Professor and Chairman, Reynolds Department of Geriatric Medicine. “Early diagnosis helps prevent minor problems from becoming serious and requiring a hospital visit or long-term nursing care.” Seniors and older adults often have complex health issues and benefit from a doctor who is trained to take care of their special needs. One good option is to turn to the geriatricians at the Senior Health Center at OU Medical Center. Geriatricians are doctors who are specially trained to diagnose and treat seniors’ unique health care problems. They take the time to manage the complex medical problem that many seniors experience. For example, seniors sometimes respond differently to medication than younger people do. Also, symptoms in seniors may mean different conditions than they do in younger people. Seniors often have

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several specialists and benefit from having someone to monitor their medications. A geriatrician can help diagnose these problems in older adults. You can find more at www.oumedicine.com/SeniorHealth or call (405) 271-3050 for an appointment. Join the Senior Class and Take Control of Your Health The Senior Class group was created as a healthy lifestyles resource for aging adults. Through a series of physician-led seminars, newsletters and senior-specific health literature, the Senior Class assists aging adults in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. We help you take control of your current conditions and prepare for the years ahead. For information on joining, go to www.oumedicine.com/SeniorClass. Other Resources for Seniors The Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative (OHAI) has recently opened the second of five locations. They provide low cost or no cost, evidence-based health and wellness education to seniors, caregivers and health care providers. If you’d like more information or to schedule a class or presentation in your area, contact the Education Director, Maggie Darcey at maggie-darcey@ouhsc.edu or call (405) 271-6424.

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Live Long. Live Live Well.

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Hospital to Home

The Importance of Transitional Care There are several things to consider regarding transitioning from a hospital back into the home. For many seniors, this process may be complicated depending on their circumstances. Seniors are of special concern during this phase, especially those who suffer medical conditions and are required to take different medications at varying times of the day. Considerations include: • Hydration • Nutrition • Medication reminders • Mobility • Safety • Medical conditions that may need monitoring • Future appointments with health care providers Here are several tips that can help pave the way to a positive transition from hospital to home. • Ensure walkways in the home are clear. Remove trip hazards such as rugs. Rearrange extension cords so they are not a hazard. • Ensure the senior’s health is on the rise and not declining by helping them maintain a nutritious diet. • Help seniors remember to take required medication. If you are unable to assist a senior in need, now might be the time to hire a home health care provider, such as Comfort Keepers®. Comfort Keepers attend to seniors in need on a full or part-time basis offering personal care and performing such household duties as cooking, light cleaning, running errands and simply by providing company to keep the senior’s spirits up. Contact Comfort Keepers Today for a Free In-Home Assessment

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ON THE Cover

Read about Comfort Keepers® on the front cover and pages 6, 10 & 11, 60 & 61.

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Comfort Keepers®' Interactive CaregivingTM makes a big difference in the lives of seniors and their families. Read about it on pages 10 & 11.

Features

30 Quail Creek Bank: Social Security Benefit Planning 32 Right at Home In-Home Care & Assistance 36 Recreation, Arts & Entertainment (see page 49 also) 38 NewView Oklahoma: Vision Loss Finds Hope 40 Service Listings A Comprehensive Resource

Inside Front Cover: OHAI 2 OU Medical Center Senior Health Center 3 OU Medical Center/OHAI 4 OU Medical Center Edmond - Senior Health Clinic 5 OU Medical Center Edmond Hyperbaric 6 Comfort Keepers® 8 Letter from the Editor 9 Eagle Dental 10 Comfort Keepers®

Guide with over 5,000 Helpful Phone Numbers & Websites

45 Pet Service Listings 48 Support Groups 50 Questions About Medicare?

Interactive CaregivingTM

12 Hospice, Active Adult Apts. & Patio Homes 13 Retirement, Assisted Living and Home Health Care 14 Physicians, Senior Care & Services 14a Epworth Villa: Mail-back Response Card 16 Midwest Physicians Group Dr. Yasmeen Ahmad 18 The Relocation Experts 19 WingsOK: A Special Needs Community 20 Keith E. Gibson DDS: Preventing Bone Loss 22 Dad's Plumbing: "The Kelley Plate" 26 Quail Ridge Senior Living: Make the Right Decision 28 Women Doing Business for Seniors

For current events & more resources:

Pet Section: pages 50a-57

Front Cover (50a) and 50b Valir Hospice: HosPets 52 Mercy: HALO Helpers 53 A1 Pet Emporium 56 Assured Help Senior Care: For You & Your Pet 57 Pet Services That Come To You:

Waggin' Wheels/Carey Pet & Home Care

60 Comfort Keepers® LifeSelectTM

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Dr. Larry Engelmann: Hearing Wellness & Checklist Councilman Dr. Ed Shadid for OKC Mayor

www.okseniorjournal.com

The Oklahoma Senior Journal® is published by Athena Publishing Company, Inc., OKC, OK. For advertising rates, please contact us at: (405) 816-7889, rgunn@okseniorjournal.com, or visit our website at www.okseniorjournal.com. Distribution is targeted to 550 locations within the Oklahoma City metro and surrounding areas, within the 405 & 580 area code. Est. 1993. ©2014 Athena Publishing Company, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. The views of our patrons are not necessarily those of the Oklahoma Senior Journal®TM.

Letter from the Editor:

Celebrating 20 YEARS!

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anniv COMMUNITY - I've never felt more a part of a community than I do this year. As Oklahomans, we have weathered the worst tornados ever recorded, kept striving in a struggling economy and even have seen an influx of new investment and growth in areas such as downtown and the riverfront. It seems milestones are always happening in Publisher/Editor Robin Gunn enjoying Oklahoma's Thunder! Oklahoma! The Oklahoma Senior Journal is celebrating its 20th year and is the longest running publication specifically created for Oklahomans 50 years and better. I don't know where the time has gone and feel blessed as I look back at the 20 years this magazine has been a part of my life and this community. I am so proud to have this 20th Anniversary cover feature Comfort Keepers, an in-home health care company offering services to enable independent at-home living for seniors. Comfort Keepers offers MANY services that give seniors options for in-home care; read about transitional care services from hospital to home on page 6, a summary of in-home care options on pages 10 & 11, and LifeSelectTM, their innovative alternative to assisted living, on pages 60 & 61.

We are ONLINE, TOO! We constantly update our website and Facebook page to alert the 50-plus community of current events. Find us on Facebook for giveaways, prizes and useful information! Also visit www.okseniorjournal.com. Be well! Don't forget about our popular Robin R. Gunn

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Heart Disease And Oral Health

by Mary E. Martin, D.D.S.

diseased gums

healthy gums

Steven R. Carson, D.D.S. Mary E. Martin, D.D.S.

Take care of your gums…help your heart? What? The American Heart Association published a statement in April, 2012, supporting an association between gum disease and heart disease. In fact, many studies show an as-yet-unexplained association between gum disease and several serious health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke. The term “gum disease” is a bit misleading, because it not only harms gums but also the bones that hold teeth in place. It is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth and is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, you may not know you have it. Also referred to as periodontal disease, gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky film of bacteria that is constantly forming on our teeth. Advanced gum disease is called periodontitis which worsens over time, resulting in loosening teeth, persistent bad breath and bad taste. Other WARNING SIGNS that can signal a problem are: gums that bleed easily; red, swollen, tender gums; gums that have pulled away from the teeth; any change in the way your teeth bite together or the fit of a partial denture. Some factors INCREASE THE RISK OF DEVELOPING GUM DISEASE. They are: Poor Oral Hygiene, Smoking or chewing tobacco, genetics, crooked teeth that are hard to keep clean, diabetes, and medications including steroids, certain anti-epilepsy drugs, cancer therapy drugs, and some calcium channel blockers given for high blood pressure. It is possible to have gum disease and have NO WARNING SIGNS. That is one reason why regular dental check-ups, periodontal examinations and professional cleanings are very important. Of course, good dental care at home is always the first line of treatment with proper brushing and flossing daily and eating a balanced diet. Remember, a healthy mouth is part of a healthy body!

Call for an exam today

(405) 513-8516

1400 E 9th, Ste B Edmond 73034 | www.carsonandmartin.com © OKLAHOMA SENIOR JOURNAL 2014

The Right Care for Every Client We Serve! Comfort Keepers® provides a wide range of care services that can be customized to fit the individual needs of our clients. Some of our services include: Personal Care Services • Bathing, grooming and hygiene • Medication reminders • Mobility assistance • Transferring and positioning • Toileting and incontinence • Feeding and special diet Companionship Services • Meal preparation • Transportation services • Grocery shopping • Errand services Home Safety Technology • SafetyChoice® technology includes: - Personal emergency response system - Medication management solutions - Bedside pressure mats

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® Comfort Keepers The Heart of In-Home Care Comfort Keepers® provides in-home care that makes a difference in the lives of seniors and other adults. From all across the Oklahoma City metro, clients and their families have entrusted us to care for their loved ones. Whether it's companionship services or in-home safety solutions, Comfort Keepers offers the support and services that improve lives and enable independent living at home. Happier, Healthier and At Home Comfort Keepers’ Interactive Caregiving™ Makes All the Difference Keeping individuals engaged in life mentally, emotionally, physically and socially makes a difference in their well-being. At Comfort Keepers, we call this philosophy Interactive Caregiving™. It gives our clients a healthy, meaningful quality of life.

Interactive Caregiving™ is based on four interrelated aspects: Mind – The mind-body connection is critical to seniors’ overall well-being. We focus great attention on helping seniors and others maintain a strong, vibrant mind by making mental exercise an integral part of our daily care. Body – Exercise and physical activity enriches the lives of our clients by maximizing their quality of life and extending the time they can live independently. Comfort Keepers® plan physical activities appropriate to each client’s health conditions and physical abilities.

Safety – We encourage the safety of clients in our care in multiple ways. We provide guidance on how to make the home safer to accommodate the physical changes that naturally come with aging and other issues.

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Nutrition – Healthy eating enhances the vitality and well-being of all. We help make sure our clients consistently eat a nutrientrich diet that promotes good health.

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Special angels

...dry tears, Ease pain, Run errands, Grant wishes, Tidy up, Salute, Serenade, Play fetch, Watch over you, Pray with you, Help you grieve.

Crossroads creates a special bond with patients and families through our unique approach to hospice care. Sure we provide things like expert pain management and all of the medications and medical equipment to make patients as comfortable as possible, but that’s just the beginning. We go way beyond that with innovative programs like pet therapy, the Gift of a Day, and Veteran’s Recognition. Plus nobody spends more time with patients and families than Crossroads Hospice. Download our helpful guide about end-of-life care: Tips from Nurse DeAnna CrossroadsHospice.com/Senior

Accepting Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance and more.

www.CrossroadsHospice.com/Senior • 800-639-8783 Hospice Care

Also see directory starting on page 40.

All phone numbers are 405 area code and all web addresses begin with 'www.' unless stated otherwise.

CARTER HEALTHCARE & HOSPICE 947-7700 3105 S Meridian Ave, OKC 73119 (888) 951-1112 carterhealthcare.com, ad page 27 City Hospice 942-8999 3714 N Portland Ave, OKC 73112 cityhospice.org, “It’s All About the Stories...” Companion Healthcare Edmond • Guthrie • Stillwater companionhealthcare.net

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Crossroads Hospice 632-9631 701 SE 82nd St, OKC 73149 (800) 639-8783 crossroadshospice.com/senior, ad this page

Epworth at Home 14901 N Penn Ave, OKC 73134 epworthathome.org, ad page 39

767-9033

Mercy Hospice Care 486-8600 4401 W Memorial Rd, Ste 143, OKC 73134 (Pet Section)

article page 52 Valir Hospice 721 NW 6th St, Ste 202, OKC 73102 valir.com, facebook.com/ValirHealth (Pet Section) Pet Cover page 50a & 50b

609-3636

Active Adult Apartments & Patio Homes (Also see directory starting on page 40)

Bradford Village Senior Living Individual and Patio Homes 906 N Boulevard St, Edmond 73034 bradfordvillageok.com East Oaks Village 2121 N Post Rd, MWC 73141, ad page 1 12 12

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The Gardens at Reding, 62+ Living 636-1537 Independent Living 3708 S Douglas Ave, OKC 73109 Larkspur Village (580) 920-1334 1511 Larkspur Lane, Durant 74701, ad page 1

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Temple Gardens Apartments 604-3111 1515 NE 48th St, OKC 73111, age 62+, ad page 1

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Active Adult, Retirement and Assisted Living Also see directory starting on page 40.

All phone numbers are 405 area code and all web addresses begin with 'www.' unless stated otherwise.

Autumn House Senior Living Independent Living Since 1981 500 Adair Blvd, MWC 73110, ad page 27

732-0644

Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 Active, Independent, Patio Homes, Nursing & Assisted Living 9700 Mashburn Blvd, OKC 73162 baptistvillage.org Serving all faiths! Part of the BVC L.I.F.E. Network of Services (Pet Section) ad page 54

Bradford Village Senior Living 341-0810 Independent, Assisted, Memory and Nursing Care 906 N Boulevard St, Edmond 73034 bradfordvillageok.com Chateau on the Green & Chateau Court 793-4200 Senior Independent Living, 1511 SE 4th, Moore 73160 chateauonthegreen.com, (Pet Section) ad page 54 Cottage Park, Shawnee 896-3158 1625 Grace Court, Shawnee 74801, ad page 59 Cross Creek Landing 1919 NW 142nd St, OKC 73120, ad page 39

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Crystal Place Assisted Living 400 SW 79th St, OKC 73139 crystalplaceliving.com

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Epworth Villa 14901 N Pennsylvania Ave, OKC 73134 epworthvilla.com, perforated page 14a

752-1200

Quail Ridge Senior Living 12401 Trail Oaks Dr, OKC 73120 quailridgeoklahoma.com, article page 26

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Rambling Oaks Assisted Living of Norman 360-4755 1060 Rambling Oaks Dr, Norman 73072 ramblingoaksnorman.com, ad page 40 Rambling Oaks Courtyard 691-6555 Assisted Living and Memory Care 12310 S Western Ave, OKC 73170 ramblingoakscourtyard.com, ad page 45 Red Cedar Village 708-6055 20812 Red Cedar Dr, Harrah 78045, ad page 31 Rivermont Retirement Community A Legend Senior Living Community Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care 800 Canadian Trails Dr, Norman, OK 73072 legendseniorliving.com

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Southern Plaza Retirement Independent Living in a Christian Environment 3737 N College Ave, Bethany 73008

440-1100

Superbia Retirement Village 721-5656 Independent Living for Seniors 55+ and the Disabled 9720 Stacy Ct, OKC 73162, ad page 27 Town Village Retirement Community 297-9600 Active Adult & Assisted Living 13000 N May Ave, OKC 73120, townvillageokc.com "Oklahoma City's Premier Luxury Senior Apartments"

Home Health Care

Also see directory starting on page 40.

All phone numbers are 405 area code and all web addresses begin with 'www.' unless stated otherwise.

Care Plus Home Care 9828 NE 23rd St, OKC 73141 careplusATHOME.com, ad page 46

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CareTeam Private Duty Services 842-5273 6404-B N Santa Fe, OKC 73116 Chickasha (405) 222-2462 careteamhc.com, ad page 45 Enid (580) 237-0669 "40 years experience, small enough to keep the caring personal" Carter HealthCare & Hospice 947-7700 3105 S Meridian Ave, OKC 73119 (888) 951-1112 carterhealthcare.com, ad page 27

Comfort Keepers® Comforting Solutions for In-Home Care LifeSelectTM by Comfort Keepers® 3601 S Broadway, Ste 650 Edmond 73013 comfortkeepers.com/okc Front Cover & pages 6, 10 & 11, 60 & 61 Companion Healthcare Edmond • Guthrie • Stillwater companionhealthcare.net

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Cornerstone Home Health Services Inc. 354-5454 3701 N. Meridian OKC, 73112 cornerstonehomehealth.org, (Pet Section) ad page 51

HealthCare Innovations Private Services 4300 Highline Blvd, Ste 380 OKC 73108, HCIPS.com, ad page 31

943-0094 Enid (866) 365-6611 Tulsa (918) 496-3300 Sallisaw (877) 418-1815 Lawton (877) 595-9848

Mercy Home Health 4401 W Memorial Rd, Ste 143, OKC 73134 (Pet Section) article page 52

486-8600

Oklahoma Heritage Home Care 220 NW 10th Street, OKC 73108 oklahomaheritagehomecare.com, ad page 34

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Entrusted Hearts by Baptist Village 9700 Mashburn Blvd, OKC 73162 Serving You at Home, entrustedhearts.org Part of the BVC L.I.F.E. Network of Services

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Midwest Regional Medical Center Home Health Services 2904 Parklawn Dr, MWC 73110 midwestregional.com article pages 15 & 16

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Physicians, Senior Care & Services Also see directory starting on page 40.

All area codes are 405 and all web addresses begin with 'www.' unless indicated otherwise

Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma 755-7700 Dr. John P. Belardo (866) 751-4774 11308 N Pennsylvania Ave, OKC 73120 alcok.com, insert page 32a Assured Help Senior Care 819-4696 2828 NW 57th, Ste 315, OKC 73112 1seniorcare.com (Pet Section) ad page 45 and article page 56 Alzheimer's Association 319-0780 2123 N Classen, OKC 73106 (800) 272-3900 alz.org/alzokar Audiology Clinic 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D. 3330 NW 56th St, Ste 105, OKC 73112 article page 63 Autumn Life Center for Geriatric 359-5253 Behavioral Health, OU Medical Center Edmond 1 S Bryant, 2nd Floor, Edmond 73034 ad back cover Bill Veazey’s Rehab & Home Care Equipment 945 W Wilshire Ave, OKC 73116

843-8886

Comfort Keepers® Comforting Solutions for In-Home Care LifeSelectTM by Comfort Keepers® 3601 S Broadway, Ste 650 Edmond 73013 comfortkeepers.com/okc Front Cover & pages 6, 10 & 11, 60 & 61

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Eagle Dental 513-8516 Mary Martin, DDS and Steve Carson, DDS 1400 E 9th, Ste B, Edmond 73034 carsonandmartin.com, article page 9 Councilman Dr. Ed Shadid for Mayor 212-3068 Campaign Headquarters 723 N Hudson Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102 edshadid.com, article on page 64 & 65 Energetic Wellness 359-1245 Dr. Michele Menzel, ND, CNC, CNHP 501 E 15th St, Ste 500C, Edmond OK 73013 energeticwellnessok.com, ad page 29 Keith E. Gibson, DDS 942-6222 3906 NW 10th St, OKC 73107 keithegibsondds.com, article page 20 & 21 MedRide Critical Care Transport 4225 SW 44th St, OKC OK 73119 www.medride.com

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NewView Oklahoma 501 N Douglas Ave, OKC 73106 newviewoklahoma.org, article page 38 & ad page 44

286-9699

Midwest Physicians Group Venkat Rajaram, MD Cardiology Hetlevia Vilar-Jenson, MD, Family Practice Sherry Roles, DO, Internal Medicine Chris Regier, MD ENT Yasmeen Ahmad, MD Neurology article pages 15 & 16

732-7020 741-7722 741-7722 737-2845 732-0807

OHAI (Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative) 271-6424 1122 NE 13th St, Ste 186, OKC 73117 OHAI.org, see inside front cover Oklahoma Insurance Department 521-6628 Medicare Assistance Program (800) 763-2828 Five Corp Plaza, 3625 NW 56th, Ste 100, OKC 73112 map.oid.ok.gov, ad page 50 OU Medical Center 700 NE 13th St, OKC, OK 73014 oumedicine.com, article pages 2 & 3

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OU Medical Center Edmond Hyperbaric/Wound Care 105 S Bryant, Ste 105, Edmond 73034 ad page 5

359-5477

OU Medical Center Edmond Senior Health Clinic 105 S Bryant, Ste 210, Edmond 73034 edmondseniorhealth.com, ad page 4

359-5229

Physicians at Home 232-0101 Administrative Office Seven Mickey Mantle Dr, Ste 325, OKC 73104 physiciansathomeok.com, ad page 25 Right At Home In Home Care & Assistance 320 W Edmond Rd, Edmond 73003 471-6201 edmond.rightathome.net article center page spread 32 & 33 Valir Hospice 721 NW 6th St, Ste 202, OKC 73102 facebook.com/ValirHealth, valir.com (Pet Section) Pet Cover page 50a & 50b

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Waggin' Wheels 517-8399 Mobile Veterinary Services , Dr. Tracey Alden wagginwheels1.com (Pet Section) article page 57 WINGSOK 242-4646 A Special Needs Community 13700 N Eastern Ave, Edmond, 73013 wingsok.org article page 19

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The following physicians are now on staff at Midwest Regional Medical Center.

Chris Regier, D.O.

Aubrey Kavanaugh, M.D.

Hetlevia Vilar-Jensen, M.D. FAMILY MEDICINE

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Carl Lindquist, D.O.

Bereket Alemu, M.D.

Samson Ambaw, M.D.

Yasmeen Ahmad, M.D.

LaToya Smith, D.O.

Jason Lashley, DPM

EAR, NOSE, THROAT (ENT)

FAMILY MEDICINE

INTERNAL MEDICINE & INFECTIOUS DISEASE

NEPHROLOGY

OB/GYN

NEPHROLOGY

Sherry Roles, D.O.

NEUROLOGY

PODIATRY

For information about physicians on staff at Midwest Regional Medical Center, call 405-610-DOCS (3627).

This hospital is partially owned by physicians. Members and independent members of the medical staff.

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DR. YASMEEN AHMAD

MIDWEST PHYSICIANS GROUP NEUROLOGY RAISE YOUR STROKE AWARENESS Strokes are the third leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of serious, long-term disability in adults. About 600,000 new strokes are reported in the U.S. each year. The good news is that treatments are available that can greatly reduce the damage caused by a stroke. However, you need to recognize the symptoms of a stroke and get to a hospital quickly. Getting treatment within 60 minutes can prevent disability. KNOW THE SIGNS Because a stroke injures the brain, you may not realize that you are having a stroke. To a bystander, someone having a stroke may just look unaware or confused. Stroke victims have the best chance if someone around them recognizes the symptoms and acts quickly. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF A STROKE? The stroke symptoms are distinct because they happen quickly: • Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg (especially on one side of the body) • Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding speech • Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes • Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination • Sudden severe headache with no known cause WHAT SHOULD A BYSTANDER DO? If you believe someone is having a stroke—if he or she suddenly loses the ability to speak, or move an arm or leg on one side, or experiences facial paralysis on one side— call 911 immediately.

If you experience any symptoms of a stroke, call 911 as you may need immediate medical attention. Midwest Physicians Group 2801 Parklawn Drive, Suite 504 Midwest City, OK 73110 405-732-0807

Member of the medical staff. This hospital is partially owned by physicians.

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Losing Teeth Can Make You Look Older Than Your Age

Bone loss is a serious condition caused by tooth loss that results in a weak jawbone & premature aging — but you CAN prevent this... the best treatment is maintaining good dental health.

by Anne Richardson

Understanding The Close Relationship Between Teeth And Bones

There's a close relationship between TEETH and the supporting FACIAL BONE. One of Dr. Gibson’s most important messages is ADDRESS TOOTH LOSS IMMEDIATELY and consider implants your best solution. Dentures are not as good of a solution because the bone slowly dissolves which reduces the stability of the denture then changes the appearance of the patient’s facial structure. Implants are the only way to halt this process. In addition, their placement can greatly improve the stability and function of the denture. The stability of the denture is critical for day-to-day activities such as eating and speaking. Dr. Keith Gibson Is No Ordinary Dentist - Dr. Gibson Has a Hands-on Approach That Is Hard To Find Elsewhere

Dr. Gibson is a caring craftsman and surgeon. He is an experienced technician, providing more “aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly” dental prostheses. His dedication to providing the highest quality of individualized patient care has compelled him to integrate cutting-edge technology into his hands-on approach to dentistry, which he has refined over his 27 years of service.

personally in his own laboratory, and even placing dental implants - Dr. Gibson is able to ensure that patients receive the best possible experience and outcome. Only Care For The Teeth That You Want To Keep

Progressive deterioration of bone due to tooth loss requires increasingly greater effort to remedy and is irreversible without physical intervention. Bone is much like muscle in that it can deteriorate without proper care and maintenance. Grafting procedures and implants stop bone deterioration, while sustaining existing structure. This can be a significant aid in maintaining dental and overall physical health. 3D Imagining Means Better Diagnosis

Dr. Gibson’s use of 3D Imaging has a Dr. Gibson hand crafts his patients' dentures personally. This is one more way his OKC practice stands out among his peers.

By performing the entire process from start to finish - from the gathering of data, designing and creating the dentures 20

TOOTH LOSS equals

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Tooth loss has a dramatic effect on bone structure. Severe bone loss occurs over time. Dr. Gibson, reviewing a patient's 3D Imaging x-ray, which gives a more comprehensive "snapshot" for diagnosis.

major impact on the patient’s comfort and success. It enables him to provide a much less invasive surgical procedure, as well as a more predictable outcome. Dr. Gibson’s knowledge and expertise translates into personalized care of the highest caliber for his patients. His general practice can address a broad range of needs, including: • Basic needs - cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals • Cosmetic needs - teeth whitening, veneers • Functional needs - dentures, partials or issues with the temporomandibular joint or “TMJ”

A Better Fit = Better Comfort

Hand-crafted dentures are another way that this Oklahoma City practice stands head-and-shoulders above the rest. The use of superior quality materials combined with Dr. Gibson’s attention to artistic detail, results in dentures that are more natural looking as well as comfortable. Continuing education is of great importance to Dr. Gibson. He successfully performs the latest techniques to better serve each patient who visits his Oklahoma City practice. Whatever your dental needs or concerns, Dr. Gibson and his friendly staff are ready to serve you.

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The Kelley Plate by Anne Richardson

Dad’s Plumbing specializes in finding alternate options to client challenges.

The Kelley Plate installed wraps around the base.

Todd Feehan has worn many hats, the latest is inventor. Todd is a plumber by trade and owner of Dad’s Plumbing and Drain Service. He never set out to be an inventor, but when he didn't find a suitable solution for his physically challenged customer, Kelley Richey, he created his own.

A little over three years ago, Todd Feehan got a call from his daughter’s softball coach, Ralph Richey, for a simple plumbing problem. The Richey’s daughter, Kelley, had hit the toilet with her motorized wheelchair causing it to fall off its base. After repeated calls for the same issue, Todd realized there had to be a better answer than multiple service calls. This was a challenge for Todd, not simply to fix the broken toilet or reset its base but to find a permanent solution. One that would change this from a continuing problem into a permanent solution. Todd began calling area businesses to find a piece of equipment that could protect the base of the toilet from impact. He even called the American Disabilities Association (ADA) looking for anything that would keep Kelley's motorized wheelchair from bumping into the toilet base, knocking it over. Nothing existed. The ADA representative on the phone The Kelley Plate comes in several finishes.

Motorized wheelchairs such as this one are difficult to manage in small spaces. They can easily bump into a toilet's base, knocking it over or cracking it. Todd Feehan, owner of Dad's Plumbing, has created "The Kelley Plate", a simple, yet creative invention to solve a frustrating daily problem for physically challenged individuals. 22

told Todd, "why don't you invent something," so he did.

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Todd designed a plate which he and his team started referring to as "The Kelley Plate" since Kelley was the benefactor of the invention. The strike plate is high enough for easy cleaning underneath and is able to protect the base but allows the wheelchair to move closer to the toilet.

Todd has been through nine designs to perfect his patent-pending prototype. The plate connects with concrete floors and is bolted down to prevent shifting. It's made from a heavy-gauge stainless steel for durability. Todd was a nominee for the Journal Record's Innovator of the Year for 2013. Motorized wheelchairs are often the biggest culprit because accurate mobility is an issue. They often bump into things in small spaces, specifically the foot plate that often protrudes out farther than the chair. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2010 there were 56.7 million non-institutionalized persons with disabilities. Todd's hope is that the U.S. Department of Justice, who enforces the Americans with Disabilities Act, will not only support The Kelley Plate, but make it a requirement of public restrooms across the country. Feehan said he expects to build and install 10 to 15 plates this year to gain continued to page 24

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Todd installed his creation for Kelley a little over two years ago and has found great success with it, eliminating repeated service calls. In fact, since The Kelley Plate was installed, the toilet has not been broken or dislodged once.

Feehan Owner of Dad's Plumbing and Inventor of The Kelley Plate

A problem is just an unsolved riddle to Todd Feehan who likes nothing better than a challenge. He’s had a career across several industries, moving on once the challenge was gone. Plumbing however is Todd's career for life now. He constantly finds new and innovative solutions of his own creation, like The Kelley Plate. Todd sees his business as one that specializes in finding solutions that best fit the problem, rather than using the easiest or most obvious solution. "I love the challenge," Todd says, “Many plumbing problems take a lot of expertise and innovation.” That’s the reason Todd’s clients are so pleased with the work he and his team perform. The company currently has a team of six employees and is growing. Dad's Plumbing focuses mainly on residential work with some light commercial and remodel, repair and maintenance.

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continued from page 23 additional feedback from other physically challenged customers. He is especially interested in introducing the product to assisted living, nursing and rehabilitation centers along with private residences. "I believe there is a large need for a product like this for most people using wheelchairs," Todd says. Once people who deal with physical challenges daily discover The Kelley Plate, they are sure to appreciate its simple design and effectiveness... and they will certainly want Dad's Plumbing to install it.

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The Inspiration for "The Kelley Plate" Kelley and her companion dog, Annele

Kelley Richey a graduate of Edmond North High Class of ’98, had what seemed to be a sinus infection. After two weeks, Kelley’s mother, Alisha Richey, realized it was something much more. “I really noticed that Kelley’s speech was starting to slip and could tell there was something unusual happening to her,” Alisha said. She was diagnosed with a virus that was causing continued brain stem atrophy. Kelley’s speech and motor skills deteriorated. She was put through a battery of tests, but the reason was never determined. Kelley, now 34 years old, has difficulty speaking, cannot walk, and consequently uses a wheelchair. She and her family have learned to cope with Kelley’s disability and now look toward the future. “We’ve had so many blessings, and Kelley’s so brave and strong,” Alisha said. “You just never know what your life will be like, and you have to deal with what God hands you. Kelley’s had to basically relearn and re-educate herself on pretty much everything in life, but she’s making it.” In 2003, Canine Companions for Independence, a nonprofit organization that provides assistance dogs matched Kelley with her companion dog, Annele. Dogs like Annele enable people to lead more independent lives, overcoming social and physical challenges. Annele has brought much joy back into Kelley’s life.

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Concerned About Mistakes Being Made in Social Security Benefit Planning? With an estimated ten thousand baby boomers qualifying for Social Security benefits every day, I see far too many people in their early sixties making decisions, irrevocable decisions, then regretting it for the rest of their lives. With just a few hours of careful assessment, a new retiree can increase the income received from Social Security by as much as $200,000 over his lifetime. Understanding the complicated options a person has available as he/she begins to make these important decisions can be a major challenge. People think that Social Security Administration personnel will help them make these determinations, but the fact is they are prohibited from doing so. Social Security personnel can help you complete the forms, but they are not able to help make the important decisions. For example, when to begin taking benefits, whether to claim your own benefits, or if you might be better served to claim spousal benefits as opposed to making a claim against primary benefits. Claiming a spousal benefit over taking one’s own benefits will often yield a higher monthly income. Using a method known as “file and suspend,” a couple may receive significantly more monthly income for the rest of their lives. If one spouse had a larger average annual income than the claiming spouse, and if properly executed, file and suspend can be implemented with no negative impact to the higher-earning spouse’s future benefits. This particular method is often overlooked as an option. Additionally, few people know the various options available that allow them to claim on a divorced spouse’s benefits. This can be done if a marriage lasted 10 years or longer and you are making the initial benefit claim after age 62, even if your spouse has remarried multiple times. Another important misunderstanding is the permanent 25 percent loss of income suffered when claiming at age 62 versus waiting until one’s full retirement age of 66. Also, claiming at age 70 instead of at full retirement age will yield a monthly check 32 percent higher than claiming at age 66. That is an increase in income of eight percent for each year one waits. Where else, in this environment, are you going to find a guaranteed increase in future income of eight percent? It’s complicated. Very complicated. Whether you believe you or your spouse will live 6 months or 30 years, you owe it to yourself and your entire family to carefully investigate your options.

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Oklahomans with vision loss find hope at NewView Oklahoma (Oklahoma City) At age 72, Kenneth was losing his eyesight to macular degeneration. “I got to where I couldn’t do crosswords. I couldn’t read the paper,” he said. Kenneth was forced to give up his favorite hobby, fishing. “That’s what I missed the most—tying a fishhook on the line.” Kenneth’s doctor told him there was nothing more that could be done. Many people living with low vision or blindness have heard these words with despair. Often what doctors mean is, “there is no surgical or medical treatment that will cure or reverse your vision loss.” However, with low vision rehabilitation, people who have low vision, legal blindness, or complete blindness can enjoy life again.

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cosmetic dentistry Keith E. Gibson, DDS, 942-6222 keithegibsondds.com, article pages 20 & 21 crime prevention meetings for 50-plus T.r.i.a.d./OKC Police Dept 316-4336 Ask for Sheryl Presley or 642-9271 North – 2nd Thursday, 1:30pm, 3601 NW 36th St South – 3rd Thursday, 1:30pm, 3401 S May Ave East – 3rd Monday, 10am, 4116 N Prospect St dementia care Alzheimer's Association 319-0780 Autumn Life Center for 359-5253 Geriatric Behavioral Health, ad back cover Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Daily Living Centers, dailylivingcenters.org 792-2401 dental and denture care Eagle Dental 513-8516 carsonandmartin.com, article page 9 Keith E. Gibson, DDS, 942-6222 keithegibsondds.com, article pages 20 & 21 digital hearing aids and doctors of audiology Audiology Clinic, Dr. Larry R. Engelmann 946-0364 article page 63 domestic services Entrusted Hearts by Baptist Village 720-2401 entrustedhearts.org, (Pet Section) ad page 54 HealthCare Innovations 943-0094 Private Services, ad page 31 educational programs OHAI (Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative) 271-6424 OHAI.org, ad inside front cover The Senior Class at OU Medical Center 271-3050 oumedicine.com/seniorclass, article page 2 & 3 electoral candidates

Morton Electric, Senior Discount 474-8489 Darren Morton, Licensed Electrician & Insured energy tips OG&E Utility Service 272-9741 oge.com, ad page 58 (877) 898-3834 equipment & oxygen Entrusted Hearts Medical Equipment (877) 272-6263 Fully CHAP Accredited Bill Veazey’s Rehab & Home Care Equipment 843-8886 estate planning McNeil's Liquidations, Matt McNeil okcestatesales.com, article page 18

820-2814

Affordable Cremation Services Pre-Planning Your Estate cremation-okc.com, article page 35

521-8777

Kathy E. Wallis, Attorney at Law Personalized Estate Planning

726-9888

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kwallislaw.com, ad page 28 event centers WINGS Event Center, see article page 19

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film/video tapes to DVD Creative Photo & Video, ad page 49 728-4336 finances Quail Creek Bank, n.a., article page 30 755-1000 Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc 942-1234 TheRetirementPath.com, ad page 46 food & restaurants *offering catering and banquets Around the Corner Restaurant 341-5414 Downtown Edmond, Hours 6 a.m.-2 p.m., ad page 42 Closed Mondays, Blue Plate Specials Daily *Aunt Pittypat's Catering 942-4000 auntpittypatscatering.com *Bellini's Ristorante Grill 848-1065 bellinis.net, ad page 36 Deep Fork Group All-Star Lineup Deep Fork Grill The Drum Room The Mantel Wine Bar & Bistro The Wedge Pizzeria The Wedge Pizzeria (in Deep Deuce)

848-7678 604-0990 236-8040 602-3477 270-0660

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glaucoma care Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma alcok.com, insert page 32a

Nichols Hills

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health and wellness Arbonne International, Kim Bauer 823-7212 Pure, Safe & Beneficial Skincare, ad page 40 A1 Pet Emporium, A1petemporium.com 749-1PET (1738) (Pet Section) article page 53 Dr. Andrea Moon, ND, CNHP, MH 822-6156 drandreamoon.com Bodies To Music, ad page 29 926-0140 Eagle Dental, Dr. Mary Martin 513-8516 carsonandmartin.com, article page 9 Energetic Wellness 359-1245 Dr. Michele Menzel, ND, CNC, CNHP, ad page 29 Keith E. Gibson, DDS, 942-6222 keithegibsondds.com, article pages 20 & 21 OHAI (Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative) 271-6424 OHAI.org, ad inside front cover Physicians at Home physiciansathomeok.com, ad page 25

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hearing loss and aids Audiology Clinic, Dr. Larry R. Engelmann 946-0364 article page 63 Hearing Helpers Demonstration Room 717-9820 at INTEGRIS Third Age Life Center Pioneer Hearing Aid Centers, Inc. 364-3931 Serving Oklahoma since 1978, five locations pioneerhearing.com home health care (also see page 13 Specialty Placement)

The Prairie Gypsies

Good meals ready to reheat and eat! 415 NW 30 • OKC • 525-3013 www.prairiegypsies.com funeral, cremation plans and cemeteries Affordable Cremation Services 521-8777 cremation-okc.com, article page 35 RESTHAVEN Funeral Home and Cemetery 691-1661 resthavenokc.com, article page 62 geriatricians/eldercare Eagle Dental, Dr. Mary Martin 513-8516 carsonandmartin.com, article page 9 Keith E. Gibson, DDS, 942-6222 keithegibsondds.com, article pages 20 & 21 OU Medical Center Edmond 359-5229 Senior Health Clinic, ad page 4 OU Medical Senior Health Center 271-3050 oumedicine.com/seniors, article pages 2 & 3 Physicians at Home physiciansathomeok.com, ad page 25

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Cornerstone Home Health, Inc. 354-5454 (Pet Section) ad page 51 Entrust Home Health 778-6270 Entrusted Hearts by Baptist Village 720-2401 HealthCare Innovations 943-0094 Private Services, ad page 31 Home Instead Senior Care 521-1963 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Mercy Home Health, Ada (580) 310-9001 (Pet Section) article page 52 Mercy Home Health, Ardmore (580) 220-6560 (Pet Section) article page 52 Mercy Home Health and Hospice El Reno 262-6877 (Pet Section) article page 52 Midwest Regional Medical Center 736-6925 midwestregional.com Noval Senior Care, LLC 751-4663 novalseniorcare.com Oklahoma Heritage Home Care 722-8111 ad page 34

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home improvement Dad's Plumbing, "The Kelley Plate" dadsplumbing.com, article pages 22-24

602-2615

HANDYMEN R US, INC., 670-1733 handymanokc.com, Insured and Bonded Angie's List Super Services Award, since 2009 Morton Electric, Senior Discount 474-8489 Darren Morton, Licensed Electrician & Insured Rebuilding Together OKC, Non-Profit 607-0464 FREE Home Repairs for Seniors (55+) rebuildingtogetherokc.org home monitors 24/7 Comfort Keepers® LifeSelectTM by Comfort Keepers® comfortkeepers.com/okc Front Cover & pages 6, 10 & 11, 60 & 61

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hospice care/support (also see page 12 in Specialty Placement) Comfort Keepers® LifeSelectTM by Comfort Keepers® comfortkeepers.com/okc Front Cover & pages 6, 10 & 11, 60 & 61

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Crossroads Hospice, ad page 12 632-9631 crossroadshospice.com/senior (800) 639-8783 Hospice Quality Care 619-9100 Mercy Home Health and Hospice 262-6877 El Reno, (Pet Section) article page 52 Sooner Hospice, soonerhospice.com 608-0555 Epworth At Home 767-9033 epworthathome.org, ad page 39 Valir Hospice, valir.com 609-3636 (Pet Section) Pet Cover page 50a & 50b hospitals and clinics (also see page 14, Physicians and Care) Mercy Health Center Midwest Regional Medical Center midwestregional.com, article pages 15 & 16 OU Medical Center oumedicine.com, ad page 2 & 3 OU Medical Center Edmond, back cover oumedicine.com/edmond, page 4 & 5

755-1515 610-4411 271-4700 341-6100

Spine & Pain Care of Oklahoma, Dr. Ed Shadid 840-5100 spinecareofok.com, article on page 64 & 65 Valir Hospice, valir.com 609-3636 (Pet Section) Pet Cover page 50a & 50b house calls Physicians at Home 232-0101 physiciansathomeok.com, ad page 25

housing for seniors (also see pages 12 and 13 in Specialty Placement) Active Adult, Apartment Living & Patio Homes East Oaks Village ad page 1 259-9696 Larkspur Village, Durant, ad page 1 (580) 920-1334 Temple Gardens, ad page 1 604-3111 Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Bradford Village Senior Living 341-0810 Quail Ridge Senior Living, article page 26 755-5775 Superbia Retirement Village 721-5656 No Buy in, Rental by the Month Seniors 55+ and the Disabled, ad page 27 in-home companions/care Care Plus Home Care 769-2551 careplusATHOME.com, ad page 46 Comfort Keepers® LifeSelectTM by Comfort Keepers® comfortkeepers.com/okc Front Cover & pages 6, 10 & 11, 60 & 61 Laura Lynn’s Home Care Private Duty In-home Care LauraLynnsHomeCare.com identity theft VIP Insurance, Lynn North “Let Us Help You Protect Your Identity.”

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Home Instead Senior Care 521-1963 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Noval Senior Care, LLC 751-4663 novalseniorcare.com Right At Home, article pages 32 & 33 471-6201 independent living (also see pages 12 and 13 in Specialty Placement) Autumn House Senior Living, ad page 27 732-0644 Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Bradford Village Senior Living 341-0810 Cottage Park, Shawnee, ad page 59 896-3158 Cross Creek Landing, ad page 39 896-3159 Epworth Villa, perforated page 14a 752-1200 Red Cedar Village, ad page 31 708-6055 Town Village Retirement Community 297-9600 information & referral Alzheimer's Association 319-0780 Community Action Agency 232-0199 Help for the Homeless and Low Income Dad's Plumbing, "The Kelley Plate," Senior Discounts 602-2615 dadsplumbing.com, article pages 22-24 Heartline Helpline just dial 211 Statewide Information Line for Seniors INTEGRIS Third Age Life Center 717-9821 Oklahoma Insurance Department, ad page 50 521-6628 Medicare Assistance Program (800) 763-2828 Physician Referral Service 610-3627 Midwest Physicians Group, article pages 15 & 16

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Progressive Independence 321-3203 Help and Information to be More Independent Welfare Office Information Line 521-2778 insurance Eunice Khoury, host of "Well Preserved" 848-5790 Independent Agent, ad page 59 Farmer's Insurance, Michelle Schaefer 340-4998 farmersagent.com/mschaefer Oklahoma Insurance Department, ad page 50 521-6628 Medicare Assistance Program (800) 763-2828 VIP Insurance, Lynn North 340-3502 Health • Auto • Home • Renters • Life, We Have Special Products for Ages 50-85, Easy Application. integrity networking

Integrity Networks

legal services Kevyn GrayCouncil Mattax Disabilities Attorney, Family Law

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OK County Public Defenders Office 713-1550 lift chairs Bill Veazey's Rehab & Home Care Equipment 843-8886 live theater OCCC: The Patty Page Story, Tickets 682-7579 occc.edu/tickets, ad page 37 long term care Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Bradford Village Senior Living 341-0810 Epworth Villa, perforated page 14a 752-1200 Eunice Khoury, Ind. Agent, ad page 59 848-5790 Right At Home, article pages 32 & 33 471-6201 macular degeneration

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405-514-8108 internal medicine Midwest Physicians Group 741-7722 Sherry Roles, DO. article pages 15 & 16 jobs/business opportunities AARP Senior Employment 879-3899 Carey Pet and Home Care visit us online Join our team, must love animals careypet.com (Pet Section) article page 57

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see NewView Oklahoma's article on page 38 memory care Alzheimer's Association 319-0780 Autumn Life Center for 359-5253 Geriatric Behavioral Health, ad back cover Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Bradford Village Senior Living 341-0810 Epworth Villa, perforated page 14a 752-1200

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Dad's Plumbing & Drain Service 602-2615 Join our team, article pages 22-24 Nerium • AD Age-Defying Treatment 834-4255 Jeannette Draper, sales rep, ad page 29 Volunteer at SCORE 609-8005 Become a Counselor/Mentor for small businesses. lasik Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma 755-7700 Dr. John P. Belardo, insert page 32a 44

providing elegant yet affordable care 12310 S. Western Ave., in South OKC

(405) 691-6555

RamblingOaksCourtyard.com Right At Home, article pages 32 & 33 471-6201 mobility products Bill Veazey’s Rehab & Home Care Equipment 843-8886 Dad's Plumbing, "The Kelley Plate" 602-2615 dadsplumbing.com, article pages 22-24

personal assistance & care continued

monuments RESTHAVEN Funeral Home and Cemetery resthavenokc.com, article page 62

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moving and relocation services ACE Moving & Storage Co. 672-4425 aceatlas.com, ad page 28 Senior Transitions, LLC, 315-3844 seniortransitionsokc.com, article page 18 museums Oklahoma History Center 522-0765 okhistory.org, ad page 37 Oklahoma WONDERtorium (405) 533-3333 (children's museum) okwondertorium.org, ad page 36 naturopathic doctor Dr. Andrea Moon, ND, CNHP, MH 822-6156 drandreamoon.com, Living in a Balanced Body neighborhood senior homes Comfort Keepers® LifeSelectTM by Comfort Keepers® comfortkeepers.com/okc Front Cover & pages 6, 10 & 11, 60 & 61

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nursing care centers Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Bradford Village Senior Living 341-0810 Epworth Villa, perforated page 14a 752-1200 occupational therapy Cornerstone Home Health, Inc.

354-5454

cornerstonehomehealth.org, (Pet Section) ad page 51

oral surgery Keith E. Gibson, DDS, 942-6222 keithegibsondds.com, article pages 20 & 21 packing/shipping service Senior Transitions, LLC, article page 18 315-3844 pain and emotional healing Ronda C. Gray, MS, CMS-CHt, CRC ad page 29 personal assistance and care

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Entrusted Hearts by Baptist Village 720-2401 ask about "My L.I.F.E. Guide" Our Sisters Closet (Part of YWCA), ad page 28 631-7171 The Riley Group, ad page 28 889-4430 pet friendly businesses & pet care (also see Pet Section page 50a) A1 Pet Emporium 749-1PET (1738) (Pet Section) article page 53 Assured Help Senior Care 819-4696 (Pet Section) ad page 45 & article page 56 Carey Pet and Home Care 605-3355 (Pet Section) article page 57 Groomer a Go-Go, mobile pet spa 619-8300 Home Instead Senior Care 521-1963 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Imagine If Photography 470-3600 Pet Portraits, (Pet Section) ad page 54 KSBI Dog Talk Pat Becker 470-0993 Ch 52 or Cox Cable 7, (Pet Section) ad page 55 POOP 911, Inc (877) POOP-911 (877-766-7911) Waggin' Wheels Mobile Vet 517-8399 Dr. Tracey Alden, (Pet Section) article page 57 pet therapy Valir Hospice, valir.com 609-3636 (Pet Section) Pet Cover page 50a & 50b physical therapy Cornerstone Home Health, Inc.

354-5454

(Pet Section) ad page 51

Oklahoma Heritage Home Care, ad page 34 722-8111 physically challenged services Audiology Clinic, Dr. Larry R. Engelmann 946-0364 article page 63 Alzheimer's Association 319-0780 Bill Veazey’s Rehab & Home Care Equipment 843-8886 Dad's Plumbing, "The Kelley Plate" 602-2615 dadsplumbing.com, article pages 22-24 plumbing needs Dad's Plumbing & Drain Service 602-2615 FREE ESTIMATE, Insured/Bonded Senior Discounts, article pages 22-24

political services Councilman Dr. Ed Shadid for OKC Mayor edshadid.com, article on page 64 & 65 private duty/services

212-3068

recreation, arts & entertainment see pages 36, 37 & 49 rehabilitation Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Entrust Home Health 778-6270 Epworth Villa, perforated page 14a 752-1200 Midwest Rehab Medicine 610-8090 OU Medical Center Edmond 359-5477 Hyperbaric/Wound Care, ad page 5 residential care Quail Ridge Senior Living , article page 26 755-5775 respite care Bradford Village Senior Living

Comfort Keepers® LifeSelectTM by Comfort Keepers® comfortkeepers.com/okc Front Cover & pages 6, 10 & 11, 60 & 61

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341-0810 698-3444 463-2180

retirement planning Quail Creek Bank, n.a., see article page 30 755-1000

Companion Healthcare 293-9000 Edmond • Guthrie • Stillwater , companionhealthcare.net Entrusted Hearts by Baptist Village 720-2401 HealthCare Innovations, ad page 31 943-0094 Home Instead Senior Care 521-1963 3623 NW 36th St, OKC 73112 homeinstead.com/okc, (Pet Section) ad page 54 Laura Lynn’s Home Care 418-2961 Private Duty In-home Care, LauraLynnsHomeCare.com

Right At Home, article pages 32 & 33 471-6201 public service

Councilman Dr. Ed Shadid for OKC Mayor 212-3068 edshadid.com, article on page 64 & 65 radio stations / senior radio programs KTOK 1000 AM, 7am Saturdays 848-5790 "Well Preserved" with Eunice Khoury, ad page 59 real estate - buy or sell Re/MAX REALTOR® George Massey 843-8448 georgemassey.net, article page 18

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senior centers & activities Community Action Agency, Southeast Northwest Northeast Southwest El Reno Covenant Presbyterian Church

672-7311 525-2468 424-0315 634-1469 262-7042 751-2546

Prime Time Games, Snacks Included, Starts at 1 p.m. Last Tuesday of Every Month, Ask for Pam

Crescent Community Ctr. (10:00a.m.-1:00p.m.) 969-3081 Danforth Senior Center 789-3021 (Part of The Salvation Army) Edmond Senior Center 216-7600 El Reno Senior Center 262-1968 Harrah Senior Center 454-3586 Little Axe Community Center (senior outreach) 292-9770 Logan Co., Highland Hall 282-4204 Memorial Christian Meal Site 948-1854 Midwest City Senior Center 737-7611 Moore Brand Senior Center 799-3130 Mustang Senior Center 376-1297 Noble Senior Village 872-9442

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Norman Senior Center 329-4200 Northeast YMCA Senior “Y” 427-0862 Robertson Activity Center 350-7680 Shartel Towers (Part of The Salvation Army) 631-4644 Spencer Senior Center 771-5354 Tuttle Senior Center 381-2606 Warr Acres Senior Center 789-9892 Will Rogers Senior Center 942-4339 senior programs Easter Seals Adult Day Health Center 239-2525 Oklahoma Development Disabilities Council 521-4984 INTEGRIS Third Age Life Center 717-9821 "Call and Ask for our FREE Newsletter" OG&E Assistance Programs 272-9741 oge.com, ad page 58 or (877) 898-3834 OHAI (Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative) 271-6424 OHAI.org, ad inside front cover Oklahoma Insurance Dept, ad page 50 521-6628 Medicare Assistance Program (800) 763-2828 OU Medical Center Edmond 359-5229 Senior Health Clinic, ad page 4 OU Medical Senior Health Center 271-3050 oumedicine.com/seniors, article pages 2 & 3 skilled nursing/training Baptist Village of OKC 721-2466 (Pet Section) ad page 54 Bradford Village Senior Living 341-0810 Entrust Home Health 778-6270 Epworth At Home 767-9033 epworthathome.org, ad page 39 Oklahoma Heritage Home Care 722-8111 ad page 34 special events A1 Pet Emporium, a1petemporium.com 749-1PET (1738) (Pet Section) article page 53 Arcadia Round Barn & Gift Shop, ad page 49 396-0824 Call for Tours or Rental Info, arcadiaroundbarn.com Aunt Pittypat's Catering 942-4000 auntpittypatscatering.com special needs adults WINGSOK 242-4646 A Special Needs Community, article page 19 tax help/strategies Seniors Tax Help (800) TAX-1040 (829-1040) Chrisman & Chrisman Financial Services, Inc. 942-4980 FAST TAX, ad page 44 toilet plates for wheelchair accessibility Dad's Plumbing, "The Kelley Plate" 602-2615 dadsplumbing.com, article pages 22-24 transportation Airport Express 681-3311 Aging Services of Canadian 262-7121 County (60 & over) American Cancer Society 843-9888 Transportation for Cancer Treatments American Red Cross 228-9500 Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (C.A.R.T.) 325-2278

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Community Action Agency 232-0199 Daily Living Centers 792-2401 dailylivingcenters.org (OKC Metro area) DIFFEE FORD-LINCOLN 262-4546 diffee.com, ad page 17 EMSA 297-7000 Non-Emergency, Office 297-7100 Kiwanis Kruiser (Norman) 321-3200 Aging Services, Ask for Renee Logan County Aging Services 282-1803 Anyone Over 60 MedRide Critical Care Transport 685-8267 Metro Meal Site Rides Planning Dept. 297-2583 Metro Lift, for the Disabled 297-3808 Metro Lift, for Applications 297-2891 Metro Senior Services 297-2583 OKC Metro Transit Senior Services 297-2583 gometro.org RSVP, Provide-A-Ride 605-3106 S.T.E.P., Weekly Metro Special Service 297-2583 Shopping and Medical Trips Yellow Cab Company, low income coupons 232-0202 travel & tours

Cruising Agents

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Quail Creek Bank, n.a. 755-1000 "Travel Club", article page 30 urns Affordable Urns (Part of Affordable Cremations) 752-8767 affordableurns.net, article page 35 utility services OG&E Utility Service 272-9741 Call Okie, oge.com, ad page 58 840-5032 veterans affairs Dignity Memorial 672-5885 OKCVeterans.com, FREE Veteran's Guide & DVD Oklahoma Dept of Veteran Affairs (888) 655-2838 Ask for Archie Pierce (918) 397-2571 video ads/production Creative Photo & Video, ad page 49 728-4336 vision impairment Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma 755-7700 alcok.com, insert page 32a

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support groups, continued

DRS Visual Services Vision Centers 522-3333 okdrs.gov (800) 845-8476 NewView Oklahoma 286-9699 newviewoklahoma.org, article page 38 & ad page 44 volunteer services Councilman Dr. Ed Shadid for OKC Mayor 212-3068 edshadid.com, article on page 64 & 65 Oklahoma Developmental Disabilities Council 521-4984 RSVP (Retire Senior Volunteer Program) 605-3110 Volunteer SCORE 609-8005 "Become a Counselor/Mentor for Small Businesses" wills & trust Kathy E. Wallis, Attorney at Law 726-9888 kwallis.com, ad page 28 women's plus sizes clothing PLUS 10 Clothing 672-8348 plus10clothing.com, sizes 14 - 44, $30.00 & under wound care Hyperbaric Wound Care, ad page 5 359-5477 OU Medical Center, Edmond

support groups

ALCOHOL / DRUG A-A Hotline 524-1100 Al-Anon 767-9071 Saints Center for Behavioral Medicine 272-6216 ALZHEIMER’S Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Hotline (800) 272-3900 Local OKC Metro, alz.org/alzokar 319-0780 First Presbyterian Church of Edmond 341-3602 1st and 3rd Thursday of Every Month at 6:15 p.m. McFarlin United Methodist Church 321-3484 ask for Carol Dean, luncheon, 3rd Wed, 11:45 a.m. 685-4791 South Park Health Center, 4th Thursday OKC South Group (2:00 p.m.), Ask for Novetta Small Yukon Group (6:30 p.m.) 2nd Monday 350-7759 Chisholm Trail Presbyterian, Ask for Evelyn ARTHRITIS Arthritis Foundation

936-3366

BEREAVEMENT, GRIEF & LOSS Affordable Cremation Services 521-8777 cremation-okc.com, article page 35 Crossroads Hospice, ad page 12 632-9631 Epworth At Home 767-9033 epworthathome.org, ad page 39 INTEGRIS Medical Center 949-3195 Ask for Chapter 2, 6:30-8 pm, Jan-Feb, Apr-May; Sept -Oct; 6 wks, Nov 5, One Night Holiday Meeting Midwest Regional Medical Center 610-8684 Six-Week Session for Grief Recovery New Horizons, 2nd & 4th Monday 6:30-8 p.m. 752-3776 RESTHAVEN Funeral Home and Cemetery 691-1661 resthavenokc.com, article page 62 Valir Hospice, (Pet Section) Pet Cover 609-3636 valir.com, pages 50a & 50b 48 48

CANCER HOPE (Healthy, Open, Positive, Energy) Mercy Health Center (P.U.S.H.) 2nd Monday 6:30-8:00 p.m. CAREGIVERS Mercy Care for Caregivers Mercy Senior Community Outreach Call for FREE Newsletter, Ask for Patty

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DIABETES Norman Regional Health System, Ask for Cheryl 307-5730 DIVORCED, SEPARATED, WIDOWED Archdiocese Family Life 721-5651 Beginning Experience Program ext. 108 Single Again (Every Saturday) 942-7355 at Cattleman's Restaurant, 8:00 a.m. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Crisis Intervention YWCA 947-4506 Hotline OKC Metro 24 Hours 949-1866 Against Abuse or 917-9922 24-Hour Sexual Offense Hotline 943-7273 Oklahoma State Safe Line (800) 522-7233 GRANDPARENTS AS PARENTS New Covenant Christian Church 722-7445 Ask for Debbie Keith Sunbeam Family Services 528-7721 HEARING CARE/LOSS Senior Citizen Hearing Projects (866) 309-1717 Services for the Deaf 522-7930 Along with Help for Employment LUNG American Lung Association of Oklahoma 748-4674 LUPUS OK Lupus Foundation 225-7510 Ongoing Support Groups, Call Ahead MENTAL HEALTH Alzheimer's Association 319-0780 Depression and Bipolar 254-3994 Support Alliance Autumn Life Center for 359-5253 Geriatric Behavioral Health, ad back cover Midwest Regional Medical Center 610-DOCS (3627) Senior Behavioral Health, article pages 15 & 16 Mental Health Center 360-5100 Mental Health Reachout 522-8152 24-Hour Reachout Hotline (800) 522-9054 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Multiple Sclerosis Society, OK Chapter 488-1300 PARKINSON'S Midwest City Senior Center 810-0695 4th Thursday 2:00 p.m., Ask for Jim Keating POLIO Post-Polio Survivors, Ask for Yvonne Leard 946-1460 SURVIVORS Rape & Crisis Hotline YWCA Survivors of Suicide (SOS) Loss of Someone to Suicide

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continued from page 36 & 37

Visit A Very Special Route 66 Attraction

Carpenter Square Theatre 232-6500 Shows Running Year Round. Call for Playlist! KSBI Dog Talk, host; Pat Becker 470-0993 Ch 52 or Cox Cable 7, ksbitv.com (Pet Section) ad page 55 KTOK 1000 AM, 7am Saturdays 848-5790 "Well Preserved" with Eunice Khoury, ad page 59 Nathan Gunn, Local Artist 413-0038 Private & Group Lessons, Fun & Therapeutic Painting Classes National Cowboy & Western 478-2250 Heritage Museum, Senior Discount 62+ OCCC: The Patty Page Story, Tickets 682-7579 occc.edu/tickets, ad page 37 Oklahoma History Center 522-0765 okhistory.org, ad page 37 Oklahoma Parks & Recreation Dept 297-2211 Call for Senior Games Schedule Oklahoma WONDERtorium (405) 533-3333 (children's museum) okwondertorium.org, ad page 36 Valir Hospice, Dog & Pony Shows 609-3636 valir.com, (Pet Section) Pet Cover page 50a & 50b WINGSOK, Gift Shop & Event Center 242-4646 article page 19 The Yellow Rose Dinner Theater 793-7779 ad page 37

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Introducing Epworth Villa’s newest addition, Penn’s Landing. This thoughtfully designed addition to our community will feature a limited number of 36 beautiful new two-bedroom, well appointed Apartment Homes. From beautiful campus views, to a superb location, these new residences will represent retirement living at its finest—in the Epworth Living tradition. Get in on the ground floor by scheduling a visit to our Penn’s Landing Design Center.

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HosPets Some very special volunteers (with four legs) work at Valir Hospice See Article on Inside Pet Cover (page 50b)

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Trudy and Taffy (above) are part of the Valir Pet Therapy Team along with Lee Fairchild with one of his PAWformance Team dogs.

HosPets These specially trained animals bring Valir Hospice patients smiles and love with each visit.

HosPets is Valir Hospice’s pet therapy program that brings smiles, warmth and unconditional love to hospice patients residing in assisted living facilities and nursing homes. This paw-warming program began in 2005 and continues to grow in popularity. Since its inception, Valir Hospice patients have received thousands of visits and tail wags from HosPets volunteers and their guardians. Well-behaved animals of many breeds and sizes participate in HosPets. Each dog receives special training and must pass the Therapy Dog International test. This test includes skills needed to interact with hospice patients such as maneuvering around walkers, staying at the bedside and not jumping up. Additionally, the pet’s guardian is required to complete sixteen hours of Valir Hospice volunteer training. Research shows petting a dog lowers blood pressure and reduces stress. The HosPets program has been very successful. The PAWformance Dog & Pony Show is always a hit, as well. Valir has miniature ponies and dogs performing some amazing tricks to the delight of patients and their families. Valir Hospice is a division of Valir Health. Valir Health is a comprehensive healthcare organization specializing in a full range of medical services. Based in Oklahoma, Valir Health offers inpatient and outpatient physical rehabilitation, workforce wellness, and end-of-life care. In every case, Valir ensures their patients are treated at the right time, with the right care.

Learn more at:

www.valir.com or call (405) 609-3636 50b

It's All About PETS and the People They Own ... ! ® 2014

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The Strong Silent Type

Therapy dogs disperse powerful medicine without saying a word Sometimes, making a difference is not about what we say, but rather, how we say it. Sometimes we don’t have to say anything at all. A gentle disposition, a listening ear, simple companionship: often, this is all that’s needed to turn an ordinary day extraordinary, to bring a smile and lift the spirits of someone in need. And this is what therapy dogs do best. The Human Animal Link of Oklahoma (HALO) Foundation notes that therapy dogs do this, and more, offering “moments of simple joy and peace, reaching into the minds and hearts to communicate with people who just may have shut out the human factor.”

Daisy, the therapy dog, sits with her owner Sarah Montgomery, ready for volunteer work.

Mercy Home Health and Hospice volunteers, Sarah and Keith Montgomery, regularly witness the effects of this special medicine as they greet Mercy patients with their therapy dog, Daisy, a nine-year-old golden retriever-poodle mix.

“Research has shown that dogs help lower our bloodpressure,” Sarah says. “But sometimes I think the best benefits are the smiles she brings to the faces of the patients we visit.” Some patients are incapable of smiling, however, due to debilitating conditions, but this doesn’t faze Daisy. All she requires is an opportunity to show her love and compassion, an opportunity to demonstrate the thousands of years of evolution that have made dogs and humans inseparable. “We visited a man in intensive care, who had just lost his own dog,” Sarah said, recalling the first visit she and Daisy made following completion of HALO therapy training. “He said he wanted to pet a dog, so we brought in Daisy. She got up in the bed and laid beside him. Every day for the next five days, Keith brought Daisy back to visit the man, until he passed away.” The Sisters of Mercy have always gone where people have needed them. Today Mercy Home Health and Hospice continues in that almost 200-year tradition by caring for loved ones in their own home as well as nursing homes and other assisted-living facilities. As part of the Mercy Home Health and Hospice pet-therapy program, Daisy visits Mercy patients in the hospital and in other areas around the city, where she quietly provides her own special brand of medicine, dispensed with her wet nose and wagging tail.

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It's All About PETS and the People They Own ... ! ® 2014

How to feed your dog & cat

a Healthy Diet

by Brent Clark, A1 Pet Emporium

Did you know that your dog shares

over 99 % DNA with the Grey Wolf?

Like wolves, our dogs evolved as carnivores, and that means a meat based diet is the most biologically appropriate for our beloved canine and feline companions. Think about it, they have a short and acidic digestive tract, and sharp teeth on a single hinged jaw designed for slicing meat. Commercial dry dog foods were introduced in the 1930’s as an inexpensive and convenient alternative to the butcher. These foods contained large amounts of grain and meat by-products that are otherwise considered to be unusable. In the 1960’s pet food makers agreed that fresh meat and vegetables are excellent foods, but they argued that an economical and healthy alternative would be to use waste products. This mindset still thrives today with some of the large pet food

companies. As a result, there has been an explosion of allergies and chronic illness with our dogs and cats. While most pets can “survive” on common conventional pet foods, the question remains… will they “thrive” on them? Today’s consumer seems to be more aware of the ingredients in their own food, and is beginning to realize that their pets also have special dietary needs. The staff at A1 Pet Emporium believes that their dogs and cats should have diets that more closely resemble what these animals would eat in their natural environment. Foods containing high meat content and lower carbohydrates are the best choices, while foods containing corn, wheat, by-products, or artificial colors are not allowed on their shelves. If you want to feed your furry friend a healthy diet, you should stop by A1 Pet Emporium and visit with one of their specialists about all of the healthy choices that are available. They have an extensive selection of biologically appropriate brands that are not as expensive as most people think when it comes to “specialty stores”. They can even give you a free sample of something your dog will love!

2911 W. Britton Rd - OKC, OK 73120 - 405.749.1738 - www.A1PetEmporium.com It's All About PETS and the People They Own ... ! ® 2014

Let Home Instead help you stay at home with those you love and with those that love you.

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Moments in our lives are precious

Capturing those moments is remarkable Preserving them is priceless!

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Assured Help Senior Care 4 hour to 24 hour care We Provide Non-Medical Services including: Ambulation Dressing/Grooming Personal Hygiene Companionship Shopping/Errands/ Appointments Hospital/Facility Sitting Meal Prep/Special Diets Incontinence Care Post Surgery Pet Care Light Housekeeping Age-Related Support Medication Reminders Church/Social Functions Respite & Intermittent Care Sleep Over Care Clients include those who are challenged with: Spinal Cord Injuries Parkinson's Disease Alzheimer's/Dementia Joint Replacements COPD/Heart Disease Bed Bound/Home Bound Stroke Multiple Sclerosis/ALS Terminal Illnesses

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You won’t have to go through the receptionist, scheduler, etc to find answers to questions. Assured Help Senior Care® is locally owned by Petra Burdine, BS, MS who also operates the agency everyday. Along with a Masters Degree in Behavioral Sciences, Petra has over 40 years experience in various aspects of healthcare, case management and social services to help guide families through the healthcare maze and match the right caregiver for seniors and their pets. Petra has two dogs: Simon, a rescue, and Gracie, a former client's companion. Although the client is not with us anymore, Gracie has been a reminder for the past 3 years of a loving, gracious lady we had the privilege of caring for. Petra Burdine, owner, and her dogs ® Assured Help Senior Care cares Gracie & Simon for the person needing assistance foremost but also the furry or feathery family members. We provide family support when needed and advocacy for the person in need of help. Petra checks each patient's house for safety since she is a CAPS Specialist (Certified Aging In Place). When changes to the home are needed, she connects you with other CAPS trained professionals. Petra is also a member of OILR. We've added a new service: Call Check-in. For independent seniors who just need someone to check on their welfare, we call twice each day to visit with them briefly while listening for any warning signs such as slurred speech, confusion, shortness of breath, etc. When necessary, one of our caregivers will check in person. Call to discuss the variety of services we offer.

Assured Help Senior Care Call Us Today for Experienced Home Care Services

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There’s No Place Like Home!

7ZR ORFDO SHW VHUYLFHV WKDW FRPH WR \RX Waggin’ Wheels Housecall Veterinary Service and Carey Pet & Home Care recognize the special bond between human and animal and strive to provide optimal pet care with respect and kindness. That’s why we come to your home so you and your pet can be in their own comfortable environment!

Waggin’ Wheels provides annual wellness examinations, vaccinations, minor illness and injury care, senior pet hospice care, euthanasia and aftercare arrangements, grief consultation and retail sales for many pet products. Local facilities are available for elective procedures such as surgery, and hospitalization and referral follow up for emergency care.

Carey Pet & Home Cares’ goal is to deliver personalized attention and top-notch care not only to your pets but also to you, the owner. We are a locally owned and operated business devoted to keeping Oklahoma City’s pets healthy, safe and happy. Our services include in-home pet care, mid-day visits, dog walking, overnight care, house sitting, pet transportation, and more.

Our pet sitters are comprised of only the most responsible animal lovers and are put through a rigorous screening and training Waggin’ Wheels is committed to providing program. We are bonded and insured and comfort and health to precious companion our guarantee is to offer peace of mind to animals in the Edmond and OKC metro areyou by providing consistent, quality service as. Hours of operation are Monday through for your pet and home. Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm and SaturContact us for a FREE phone consultation day from 9:00am to 1:00pm. A 10% disto learn how we can help both you and count is offered to senior citizens. your pets when you’re away from home. Waggin’ Wheels Housecall Veterinary Service “Helping your pets feel right at home”

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“Reliable, professional care when you can’t be there”

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LifeSelect™®

BY COMFORT KEEPERS

A Welcome Home Care Alternative For Seniors LifeSelect™ by Comfort Keepers® offers an attractive alternative to institutional environments. We enable seniors to live in the welcoming environment of a real home, surrounded by companionship and support. It’s an innovative, solution for seniors in need of everyday living assistance.

About LIFESELECT™ • Seniors live in single-family homes situated in local communities • 1:4 maximum care ratio is maintained at all times • Socialization and connectedness with up to three housemates • Comfort Keepers caregivers provide 24x7 care and support • Care includes: • Companion care – companionship, housekeeping, laundry, errands, transportion, meal preparation, medication reminders, and more • Personal care – assistance with bathing, grooming, repositioning/ mobility and more • Private duty nursing when required • Safety monitoring options are available

Contact Comfort Keepers® today to learn more about LIFESELECT™

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The Care of Your Life in the Place You Call Home One of the most difficult decisions for a family is to relocate a senior parent from their home to a nursing facility. LifeSelect® by Comfort Keepers® offers an attractive alternative to institutional environments. We enable seniors to live in the welcoming environment of a real home, surrounded by companionship and support. It’s an innovative solution for seniors in need of everyday living assistance.

With LifeSelect®, the team at Comfort Keepers® connects clients with a housing provider that specializes in creating shared living environments for up to four seniors. These homes are beautiful, accessible, private residences nestled in neighborhoods similar to where clients have always lived. Trained Comfort Keepers’ caregivers will provide assistance with housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, personal care and coordinate skilled nursing services for each resident to ensure 24 hours a day, seven days a week support and provide improved quality of life for seniors. Learn how LifeSelect® by Comfort Keepers® can provide a welcome care option for your loved ones. Please call (405) 463-2180 or visit us at ComfortKeepers.com/OKC

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If you don't make arrangements before death, your family is forced to make quick decisions when death occurs including: • Immediate payment • Emotional purchasing • Location of chance • Rising prices • Apprehension • Alone

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Hearing Wellness

for the Greatest Generation

by Dr. Larry Engelmann Communication is about staying in touch, laughing at punch lines, hearing sermons, and talking with friends & family. Uncorrected hearing loss results in conversations becoming embarrassing, stressful, or frustrating. Improved hearing lets you communicate with confidence, while having fun and remaining active! Keys to hearing wellness are early diagnosis, proper treatment, and preventative care. Reduced hearing, “the silent hurt”, can go undetected, but not unnoticed by others. Adults who receive proper treatment report significant improvements in mental health, self-confidence, work and grandchildren relationships, and lead fulfilling social lives. New advances in technology can provide treatments for tinnitus (an internal noise like a ringing or buzzing in your ears). Patients commonly report their tinnitus “is softer” or they “are no longer aware of their tinnitus”. Computerized hearing aids are lightweight and provide natural sound quality. They have automatic volume and noise-reducing adjustments. Patients often remark, “I should have done this sooner!” - “Thank you so much for all that you’ve done for me to improve my hearing and my life.” - “I am absolutely thrilled with how easy my hearing aids are to use.” Dr. Engelmann has received higher patient satisfaction ratings than most audiologists across the nation. Nearly 100% rated him as ‘Excellent’ regarding appointment satisfaction for: 1) Courtesy, 2) Listening skills, 3) Technical skills, 4) Amount of time he spent with you, and 5) Thoroughness and ease in understanding instructions. My commitment is to provide the best possible care and most helpful treatments to prevent further hearing loss. I have specialized in hearing wellness and treatment of patients 50+ years of age for 37 years and have successfully helped thousands. Learn about hearing wellness and receive access to the most advanced tinnitus treatments and hearing enhancements suited to your specific needs.

Dr. Larry Engelmann

HEARING WELLNESS CHECKLIST

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Turn TV up too loud? Ask others to repeat or accused of selective hearing?

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Understand men’s voices better than women’s or children’s?

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Difficulty understanding voices clearly at church, restaurants, or telephone?

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Understand voices in quiet situations, but sounds mumbled in background noise?

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Work around loud noise: airplanes, power tools, or guns?

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Notice noises in ears like ringing, buzzing, or crickets?

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Have family history of hearing loss, diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, Alzheimer’s, cancer, or dizziness? “Yes” responses indicates a need for a hearing examination and consultation. For your appointment, call Audiology Clinic: 405-946-0364

Call for Appointment: (405) 946-0364

Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D. Audiology Clinic • NW Medical Center 3330 NW 56th St, Ste 105 • Oklahoma City, OK 73112 405-946-0364 © OKLAHOMA SENIOR JOURNAL 2014

Dr. Ed Shadid is a father, a spinal surgeon, and currently represents Ward 2 as a member of the Oklahoma City Council. An OKC native, he attended OU Medical School and his public service is inspired by his Christian faith.

Dr. Shadid consulting at his practice with Ms. Trisha Ryan of OKC.

Dr. Shadid is running to be the Mayor of OKC because the needs of senior citizens are being ignored.

Public Safety The safety of our citizens is our most important responsibility. OKC now ranks in the top ten large cities for violent crime. The reason? We have the same number of police officers as we did 20 years ago but with 150,000 more people spread out over a greater area. We are building three new fire stations without a plan for how to hire the staff for them. As Mayor, Dr. Shadid will lead an effort to find a long-term funding source to add public safety personnel in order to keep us safe. Because of his stance on public safety, Dr. Shadid has earned the unanimous endorsements from the OKC Fraternal order of Police and the OKC Firefighters Association.

Dr. Shadid with his family. From left to right: Zane, Ed, Dahlia, Dina Hammam, and Maya. 64

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Public Transit There are more than 100,000 people in the area whose health does not allow them to drive or who cannot afford to own a car. Dr. Shadid will fight to treat our transit riders with dignity by investing in modern bus shelters and expanding bus service to Sundays and evenings so that seniors citizens can age in place and have reliable transit. A Focus on Public Health As OKC’s first physician to be Mayor, Dr. Shadid will appoint individuals who are concerned with how decisions made by the City affect our public health. OKC is being overrun with addiction related issues. We have among the highest prescription drug abuse in the world. 2/3s of all ER visits by a senior citizen are drug and alcohol related. We cannot incarcerate our way out of this problem and we need leaders willing to meet the challenge. Neighborhood Interests Over Special Interests Our neighborhoods are working harder than ever and there is real concern growing in the city that the neighborhoods are being left behind. The city is building multiple large-scale projects downtown without a funding source for $10-15 million per year of operating costs other than from the same budget which is projected to face shortfalls simply trying to keep up with the escalating costs of running city government. Core services in our neighborhoods cannot be sacrificed to pay for other projects. It’s time for a fiscally responsible Mayor.

A vote for Dr. Ed Shadid is a vote to protect seniors. On March 4th, 2014, cast your vote for Dr. Ed Shadid. Paid for by Shadid for OKC 723 N. Hudson Avenue Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 212-‐3068 Learn more about Dr. Shadid’s plan at www.edshadid.com

Adding Life to Years. The Autumn Life team of healing professionals is dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and managing the mental health needs of senior adults. Our goal is to help people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, depression, and other mental health issues increase their ability to function independently.

AUTUMN LIFE CENTER FOR GERIATRIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 1 S. Bryant | Edmond, OK 73034 |405-359-5253 www.oumedicine.com/edmond © OKLAHOMA SENIOR JOURNAL 2014