Oklahoma Senior Journal Winter-Summer 2012 by Robin Gunn

Winter-Summer 2012

A FREE Guide for Living TM

COVER STORY:

Larry Engelmann, Au.D., Audiology Clinic of OKC

FEATURES

“Hearing Wellness for The Greatest Generation" (page 2)

Advances in Dentistry “Tired of Loose Dentures?” Corbin Rhodes, D.D.S. Oakcreek Cohousing “A Different Kind of Community”

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Service Listings Over 5000 Resource Numbers Pet Section It’s All About “PET’S” and the People They Own...!

STEP IN to a healthier life UR FIRST STEP taken as

children is a benchmark in childhood development that leads to our ability to walk. For most of us, our first step occurred somewhere in the last month or two of our first year of life. And to think, we have been walking ever since. Walking has become a very popular activity among

seniors and is a good way to get your daily dose of exercise. Walking is reported to have a multitude of health benefits such as improving circulation, breathing, and your immune system. It has also been reported to combat

depression, prevent osteoporosis, prevent and control diabetes, control weight, reduce risk of breast cancer, and is good for your heart.

A recent Harvard study found that walking at a moderate pace of 3 mph for up to three hours per week (30 minutes per day) can cut the risk of heart disease in women by as much as 40%, which is comparable to the benefit from aerobics. Another study in the Archives of Internal Medicine found that exercise slows down the aging process. The study reported a significant difference in the cells of

by Dr. Virginia Harbour, PT

twins. The one who exercised regularly showed a slowing of cell changes associated with aging when compared to the cell changes of the twin who was sedentary. If you want to live healthier longer, get up and go! Start a walking program today. It is easy to implement and best of all, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free. Involve your friends or neighbors. You are more likely to stick with it if you include others in your walks. Another way to get motivated is to wear a pedometer. It will keep a count of the steps you take and give

you a benchmark to achieve daily. You will find yourself adding distance to your daily walking by finding excuses to add to the number of steps on your pedometer.

Take that first step toward a happier, healthier, and longer life. Clip on your pedometer and start moving. If you are 65 years of age or over, call our office for a free pedometer.

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Independent Senior Apartment Communities Affordable Living for 62+

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Hearing Wellness for Greatest Generation Communication is the essence of

life, and hearing is the key to effective communication. Communication is about staying in touch, being able to laugh at good punch-lines, talking with your grandkids, hearing a sermon, and carrying on interesting conversations with friends and family. Uncorrected hearing loss can result in conversations becoming embarrassing, stressful, or frustrating. Here's the Good News: Hearing Help is available that enables you to communicate with confidence while having fun and remaining active! HEARING CORRECTION LINKED TO IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE The key to hearing wellness is early diagnosis, proper treatment, and preventative audiologic care. A normal healthy ear sends sounds clearly and undistorted from the outer ear to the brain. However, an impaired ear picks up less

the

SOUND ADVICE

Dr. Larry and Cheryl Engelmann, R.N. Working partners in life and professionally for the last 25 years!

by Dr. Larry Engelmann, Audiologist

Dr. Larry Engelmann and Mrs. Ledbetter from OKC A caring moment with friend and patient

sound and transmits distorted sounds to the brain. Depriving the ear and the brain of proper sound stimulation can result in reduced speech clarity and a systematic decrease in auditory performance over time.

Reduced hearing can go undetected, but not unnoticed by others, for years. It is the “silent hurt” that knows no age barrier. Only 5% of hearing loss is medically or surgically treatable, but 95% of hearing loss is audiologically treatable. Without proper care, hearing impairment can become more progressive and more damaging physically, socially, and emotionally. Recent studies found that hearing impaired adults who received proper treatment for their hearing loss reported significant improvements in their mental health, self-confidence, relationships at work and with grandchildren, and lead more fulfilling social lives.

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We Promise Our Promise We promise to provide compassionate care, to

Balance

Diabetic Management

maintain the highest level of regulatory compliance, and to perform to the highest standards of practice and quality of care.

Elite can help diabetic patients have

a more normal life. Our nurses teach them and their family the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and

diabetes, and how to adjust their diet.

Many patients with diabetes suffer from pain in their feet, and in those cases we have equipment for pain management.

Health Pain Management

Cardio-

Pulmonary Healthy heart and lung function are essential. Our nurses and therapists are well-versed in cardiopulmonary care, and carry such equipment as a Coagucheck machine and Pulse Oximeter so we can monitor our patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; cardiopulmonary health carefully.

Hope

At Elite, we believe pain is very real. Our clinicians talk with each patient to assess their level of pain. At Elite, we teach relaxation techniques, as some patients prefer not to take medications. We can also assist them with equipment and techniques that can help reduce their pain. 4

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Balance Rehab

Compassion

Caring

Fall prevention is very important to us at Elite. That is why we have a balance program worked into our care plans. Elite can assess the cause of balance issues. We then discuss a recommended course of treatment.

Travel Clinic

Our therapists travel with a variety of equipment so our patients achieve the best

possible results. We use it all: Anodyne, assistive devices including walkers, canes, etc. BEEPS boards, BOSU balls, cervical traction, Dyna-discs,

E-stim, encased restorators, high volt, interferential

Wound Management

pedometers, pulleys, pulse oximeters, step-stools, TENS units, Thera-putty, theraband, ultrasound, vital stim, wands, and weights.

Many people who spend long periods of time in bed or sitting, or have diabetes, can develop different types of wounds. Our nurses and physical therapists have extensive experience in wound treatment and prevention. They recommend a course of treatment that will ensure safe and rapid healing.

6701 W Hefner Road â&#x20AC;˘ OKC

405-752-2523

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Cover Story:

Larry Engelmann, Au.D., Audiologist SOUND ADVICE: Hearing Wellness for The Greatest Generation! (article page 2)

Audiology Clinic 405-946-0364

Dr. Larry and Cheryl Engelmann, R.N. Working together for 25 years!

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CONTENTS & FEATURES

Dr. Larry Engelmann, Audiologist, “SOUND ADVICE: Hearing Wellness for The Greatest Generation” • Front Cover Featured Story Inside Front Cover: Step in to a Healthier Life by Elite Home Health Letter from the Editor/Publisher, Robin R. Gunn: Celebrating 19 Years! Pain Free Wellness Care by Karen Mahlmeister, D.C. Hospice Care, Active Adult Apartments and Patio Homes Active Adult, Retirement, Assisted Living and Home Health Care Physicians and Care Dedicated to Preserving Life & Honoring Our Seniors by Absolute Senior Care Not Ready to Replace that Knee Yet? by Paul R. Miller, M.D. Stillwater “Boomers” Create a Different Kind of Community: Oakcreek Cohousing Change of Scenery on the Heartland Flyer/Amtrak Revolutionary Pain & Emotional Therapy by Ronda Gray, MS, CMS-CHt, CRC Welcome Home to Quail Ridge Senior Living 180˚ from Everything by Touchmark of Edmond Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma, Dr. John P. Belardo (Brochure Insert) Help Stop Health Care Fraud, Oklahoma Insurance Department What is a Sleep Disorder? by Apnea Specialists Service Listings – More Than 5,000 Helpful Phone Numbers

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PET SECTION • Front Cover: Bradford Village Retirement Community Inside Front Cover, Live Well at Bradford Village Retirement Community Kangen Water and Your Pets by Michael Loveless, D.C. Pets Welcome. Masters, Too! by Bradford Village Retirement Community Are You Prepared? by Kathy Wallis, Attorney at Law Loving Pet Care at Your Door, Dr. Sharon Cary Pet Friendly Living at Savannah House of Guthrie Serving You (and Your Pet!) at Baptist Village Communities

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Let Us Be the Caretaker So You Can Be the Family by Right Choice Senior Care Preplanning Reduces Stress by Dignity Memorial The Best is Yet to Come, Town Village Retirement Community Plan for Tomorrow ... Today, Resthaven Caregiver, Craftsman and Surgeon, Dr. Keith E. Gibson Mission-Oriented Service, Quality Life Hospice

The Oklahoma Senior Journal® is published by Athena Publishing Company, Inc., OKC, OK. For advertising rates, please contact us at: 405-558-9878, rgunn@okseniorjournal.com, or visit our website at www.okseniorjournal.com. Distribution is targeted to 450 locations within the Oklahoma City metro and surrounding areas, within the 405 area code. Est. 1993. ©2012 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®.

Letter from the Editor: Celebrating 19 Years – the OSJ is the longest running and original “Senior” publication AND the only Oklahoma Senior magazine being distributed to the largest growing demographic in the world, the Senior Community! In 1993, the OSJ was birthed when I personally Robin Rene Gunn, Editor in Chief, along with her experienced the difficulty of locating resources for my inspiration for the OSJ Pet Section, left to right, Frannie, Poncho & Sadie! grandmother, Laura Diffee. I determined to pave the road and provide a reference & resource guide for Oklahoma “Seniors” and their families. Hearing the great reports from you, the patrons and readers, is always inspiring! We are honored to feature Dr. Larry R. Engelmann of the Audiology Clinic in Oklahoma City, where he has been giving “HEARING WELLNESS ADVICE” for 30 years. Dr. Engelmann and his wife Cheryl, R.N., work together and believe the 50+ generation is “The Greatest Generation”! They know that you and your family deserve state of the art technology and a doctor of audiology you can count on (see page two). It’s Back! “It’s All About Pets and The People They Own...” (pages 46a through 53) returns in this issue. These furry family members are in 83% of “Seniors” homes, including this editor, and are highlighted in their Very Own section. Be well! Please visit us online for up-to-date events, special “Senior” announcements, and to share your comments to help make this a GRAND “Guide for Living”!

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Robin R. Gunn

Editor and Publisher CEO-PO (pet owner)

Pain Free - Wellness Care

By Dawna R. Blue

Located in the heart of Edmond, Dr.

Karen’s Wellness Center is dedicated to helping you achieve your wellness objectives. Dr. Karen Mahlmeister is committed to bringing you better health and quality of life by combining skill and expertise, practicing the true principles of chiropractic wellness care.

Karen Mahlmeister, D.C. Chiropractic & Acupuncture Therapy

Dr. Karen practices natural, drugless, noninvasive health care and relies on the body’s ability to self-heal. Eliminating pain and discomfort are achieved though finding the pain source, instead of only treating the symptoms. “Age is not a factor and you don’t have to hurt. My patients ages range from 4 days old to 104,” says Dr. Karen. Your personalized wellness program covers relief care, corrective care, and overall wellness care. Wellness starts with your daily activities and includes nutrition, rest, correct posture, exercise, and healthy thinking. “With the help of Dr. Karen, I’m enjoying my retirement with horseback riding and gardening. I’m more active now than ever before.” – Carol B.

Combining chiropractic and electronic acupuncture (painless and no piercing of the skin) are very effective alternatives to drugs and surgery. “I was hurting so bad I was desperate....I am a total believer in chiropractic care/acupuncture. I’m almost 80 years old and without pain!” – Letha L. Skin conditions and muscles respond well to electronic acupuncture as well. Dr. Karen moved to Edmond and opened her practice in 1995. She and her husband Nick Massey, Edmond Sun’s financial columnist, have two grown daughters and five grandchildren. They also have two dogs, their current baby girls. Pinnacle Management nominated Dr. Karen as one of the Top 25 Doctors in America in 2005/2007/2008 and was also voted Edmond’s favorite chiropractor for five consecutive years. Dr. Karen provides free medical care to Boys Ranch and contributes to many local charities.

Wellness

If you are experiencing pain, please call Dr. Karen for a phone consultation. Visit our website for a full list of conditions commonly treated by chiropractic care.

Dr. Karen’s Wellness Center 134 E 15th Street • Edmond, OK 73013

405-330-8745

Hospice Care

(Also see directory starting on page 36) All area codes are 405 unless indicated otherwise

CARTER HOME HEALTHCARE & HOSPICE 3105 S Meridian Ave, OKC 73119 888-951-1112 www.carterhealthcare.net, ad page 29 951-1111

City Hospice 942-8999 3714 N Portland Ave, OKC 73112 www.cityhospice.org, “It’s All About the Stories...” Companion Hospice 1261 E 33rd Street, Edmond 73013 1310 E Oklahoma, Guthrie 73044 www.companionhospice.net

341-9751 282-3980

Crossroads Hospice 632-9631 701 SE 82nd Street, OKC, OK 73149 800-639-8783 www.crossroadshospice.com, ad page 10

Frontier Hospice 789-2913 3817 NW Expressway, Ste 780, OKC, OK 73112 www.americanhospice.com “Centers of Excellence” Hospice of Oklahoma County and 848-8884 INTEGRIS Hospice House fax 841-4899 4334 NW Expressway, Ste 106, OKC 73116 www.hospiceokcounty.com, www.integrisok/hospice.com

Quality Life Hospice 767-9033 14901 N Pennsylvania, Cottage 6B, OKC 73134 www.qualitylifehospice.com, article page 60

Active Adult Apartments & Patio Homes Cottage Park Senior Community, MWC 496-1703 Independent Living for Active Seniors 1401 Stonecrop Drive, Midwest City 73110 East Oaks Village 259-9696 2121 N Post Road, MWC 73141, ad page 1 The Gardens at Reding 636-1537 Independent Living, 3708 S Douglas, OKC 73109 10

Larkspur Village 580-920-1334 1511 Larkspur Lane, Durant 74701, ad page 1 Savannah House of Choctaw 390-1367 1715 N Choctaw Road, Choctaw 73020, ad page 1 Temple Gardens Apartments 604-3111 1515 NE 48th Street, OKC 73111, age 62+, ad page 1

Active Adult, Retirement and Assisted Living (Also see directory starting on page 36)

All area codes are 405 unless indicated otherwise Autumn House Senior Living Independent Living Since 1981 500 Adair Blvd, Midwest City 73110, ad page 25

732-0644

Baptist Village of OKC (Pet Section), article pg 53 721-2466 Active, Independent, Patio Homes, Nursing & Assisted Living 9700 Mashburn Blvd, OKC 73162, www.baptistvillage.org Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) Independent, Assisted, Memory and Nursing Care 906 N. Boulevard Street, Edmond, OK 73034 www.brookdaleliving,com/bradford-village.aspx front & inside front cover and article page 48

341-0810

The Breighton Apartments (in Paseo) 2930 N Shartel Ave, OKC 73103 www.thebreighton.com

528-2224

Copper Lake Estates Active and Assisted Living, www.seniorlifestyle.com 1225 Lakeshore Drive, Edmond 73013

340-5311

Cottage Park Senior Community, Guthrie 509-4929 Independent Living for Active Seniors Southwest 19th & Academy Road, Guthrie 73044, ad page 33 Crystal Place Assisted Living 400 SW 79th Street, OKC 73139 www.crystalplaceliving.com, ad page 34

616-1980

Cypress Springs Alzheimer & Memory Support 8300 N May Ave, OKC 73120 www.cypressspringsresidents.com

286-9500

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

752-1200

The Fountains at Canterbury 1404 NW 122nd Street, OKC 73114 www.watermarkcommunities.com, inside back cover

751-3600

Oakcreek Cohousing Community (405) 747-5913 1806 North Husband or (405) 880-3703 Stillwater, OK 74074 www.oakcreekstillwater.com, article page 17 Quail Ridge Senior Living 12401 Trail Oak Drive, OKC 73120 www.quailridgeoklahoma.com, article page 27

755-5775

Savannah House of Guthrie (Pet Section) 293-9606 510 E Pleasant Hill Drive, Guthrie 73044, ad page 52 Savannah House of Yukon Independent Living for Seniors, Age 62+ 428 N Willowood Drive, Yukon 73099

265-0273

Sommerset Senior Living Community Assisted Living 1601 SW 119th Street, OKC 73170 www.sommersetassistedliving.com

691-9221

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 Court, OKC 73162, ad page 25 Touchmark at Coffee Creek 340-1975 2801 Shortgrass Road, article page 30 888-440-4184 Edmond, OK 73003, www.TouchmarkEdmond.com Town Village Retirement Community Oklahoma City’s Premier Luxury Senior Apartments 13000 N May Ave, OKC 73120 www.TownVillageOKC.com, article page 56

297-9600

Home Health Care Accentra Home Healthcare Private Duty Services www.accentrahealthcare.com

OKC 488-2222 488-2224 Tulsa 918-281-8200

Care Plus Home Care 9828 NE 23rd Street, OKC 73141 www.careplusATHOME.com, ad page 41

769-2551

CareTeam Private Duty Services 842-5273 6404-B N Santa Fe, OKC 73116 Chickasha (405) 222.2462 www.careteamhc.com, ad page 41 Enid (580) 237-0669 "40 years experience, but small enough to keep the caring personal"

Carter Home HealthCare & Hospice 3105 S Meridian Ave, OKC 73119 www.carterhealthcare.com, ad page 29 Companion Home Health 1261 E 33rd Street, Edmond 73013 1310 E Oklahoma, Guthrie 73044 www.companionhomehealth.net

951-1111 888-951-1112

341-9751 282-3980

Cornerstone Home Health Services 3824 N Meridian Ave, OKC 73112 www.CornerstoneHomeHealthServices.com

354-5454

Elite Home Care 752-2523 6701 W Hefner Road, Ste A, OKC 73162 www.homecarebyelite.com, inside front cover, article page 4 Entrusted Hearts by Baptist Village 9700 Mashburn Blvd, OKC 73162 Serving You at Home, www.baptistvillage.org HealthCare Innovations 4300 Highland Blvd, Ste 380 OKC 73108, www.HCIPS.com ad page 34

943-0094 Enid 866-365-6611 Tulsa 918-496-3300 Sallisaw 877-418-1815 Stillwater 866-365-6611

Midwest Regional Medical Center Home Health Care Services 2904 Parklawn Drive, Midwest City 73110 www.midwestregional.com

720-2401

736-6925

(also see directory, starting on page 36) Physicians and Care All area codes are 405 unless indicated otherwise

Absolute Senior Care 945-2220 9925 S Pennsylvania, Ste 110, OKC 73159 www.absolutesenior.com, article page 13 Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma 755-7700 Dr. John P. Belardo 866-751-4774 11308 N Pennsylvania Ave, OKC 73120 www.alcok.com, insert page 30a Advances in Dentistry 751-6996 Dr. C. Corbyn Rhodes, Dr. Angela Windsor 12320 St Andrews Drive, OKC 73120 www.advancesindentistry.com, ad page 6 Apnea Specialists, Inc. 866-963-8889 2410 W Memorial Road, Ste C-432, OKC 73134 www.apneaspecialists.com, article page 35 Audiology Clinic 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D. 3330 NW 56th Street, Ste 218, OKC 73112 Front Cover, article page 2 Autumn Life Center 359-5253 OU Medical Center of Edmond 341-6100 One S Bryant, 2nd Floor, Edmond 73034 844-5700 www.oumedicine.com/edmond, ad page 8 Bill Veazey’s Rehab & Home Care 843-8886 Equipment, 945 W Wilshire Ave, OKC 73116 www.veazeysrehab.com, ad page 46 BVA Advanced Eye Care 752-2733 14701 N Santa Fe Ave, 888-323-3937 Edmond 73013, www.bva20-20.com

Keith E. Gibson, D.D.S. 3906 NW 10th Street, OKC 73107 www.keithegibsondds.com back cover, article page 58

942-6222

Hyperbaric Wound Care 105 S Bryant, Ste 105, Edmond 73034 www.oumedicine/edmond.com ad page 8

359-5477

Midwest Physicians Group 737-2486 Paul R. Miller, M.D., Orthopaedic Surgeon 9020 E Reno Ave, Midwest City, OK 73130 www.midwestregional.com www.prmillerortho.com, article page 14 Oklahoma Insurance Department 521-6628 Senior Health Counseling Pgm 888-967-9100 Five Corporate Plaza, 3625 NW 56th St, Ste 100, OKC, OK 73112 www.smp.oid.ok.gov, ad page 32 OU Medical Center Doctor Referral 700 NE 13th, OKC, OK 73104 www.oumedicine.com, ad page 28

271-4700 271-5000

Physicians at Home 232-0101 Administrative Office Seven Mickey Mantle Drive, Ste 325, OKC 73104 www.physiciansathomeok.com, ad page 25

CAAVA of Oklahoma, Inc. 208-4021 (Court-Appointed Advocates for Vulnerable Adults) P.O. Box 700063, OKC 73107 www.caava.org

Right Choice Personal Assistance 595-7066 5909 NW Expressway, Ste 275, OKC 73132 www.RightChoiceOK.com article page 54

Dr. Karen's Wellness Center 330-8745 Karen A. Mahlmeister, D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic and Accupuncture 134 East 15th Street, Edmond, OK 73013 www.drkarens.com, article page 9

Veterinary Home Healthcare Dr. Sharon Cary, Mobile Vet Service www.petvetonwheels.com (Pet Section) ad page 51

Dynamic TranceFormations 831-3963 Ronda Gray, MS, CMS-CHt, CRC Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, article page 24 2919 NW 122nd, Ste A, OKC 73120 www.DynamicTranceFormationConsulting.com

820--6647

Your Water for Health, Inc. 918-951-0601 Dr. Michael Loveless, D.C. 3611 N Portland Ave, OKC, OK 73112 www.YourWaterForHealth.com (Pet Section) article page 47

Absolute Senior Care

“Dedicated to preserving life and honoring our seniors” At Absolute Senior Care, we are not just an agency. Absolute Senior Care was among the first to work with Oklahoma lawmakers to write laws to protect and honor our seniors. “ASC is your neighbor and right here in Oklahoma. We are here to assist with bringing the highest quality of life and independence to you and your loved ones.” Absolute Senior Care is very similar to a pretty special lady known as “Alice”. Everyone remembers the iconic American family – “The Brady Bunch” and their special housekeeper, “Alice”. Alice took care of the entire Brady family just as ASC do for our wonderful seniors and their families. Our caregivers do the laundry, vacuuming, meal preparations, home organization, pet care, run errands and tend to the personal needs of our seniors just as Alice did for the Brady Family. At Absolute Care, the client’s needs have and always will come first. Absolute Senior Care Operates with four priorities: • Immediate Service – We are here when you need us – regardless of the time. ASC operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year which means you will always have access to our staff – not an answering service.

• Dependability – We match our

caregivers to needs of our Clients. We are able to provide consistent caregivers who are on time and prepared to handle Client needs. • Quality – We provide peace of mind and assurance beyond our care by our thorough interviewing, screening and validation of the credentials, experience, and background of all caregivers. Each is bonded and covered through liability insurance. • Value – We understand the need to balance quality of care with cost. Our rates are among the most competitive and have flexible options to help you provide care with the prices you can afford.

9925 S Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73159

Call today for an immediate FREE in home consultation!

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Boomeritis

Boomeritis Today’s seniors, which represent the

Baby Boomer generation, are more active than ever, and that has resulted in a record number of sports injuries. Boomeritis is a term used to describe recurrent sports injuries common to the Baby Boomer generation. According to Paul R. Miller, M.D., orthopaedic surgeon, these injuries can be sustained from biking, tennis, swimming and team sports.

“As we age, our body has different capabilities,” says Dr. Miller. He suggests not cramming all activities into one day and most importantly, listen to your body.

“Activities that involve repetitive motion with a particular muscle group, or starting activities without properly warming up, can result in injuries,” explains Dr. Miller. “These include sprains, strains, stress fractures, bursitis and arthritis.”

Dr. Miller is one of a few surgeons in the Oklahoma City Metro who has been trained to use MAKO® robotic-assisted technology to resurface the affected area of your knee, while leaving healthy bone and tissue intact. This minimally invasive procedure means you experience less pain and faster recovery. Visit midwestregional.com for more information and to see if MAKOplasty is right for you.

Boom

Often the recommended Paul R. Miller, M.D., Orthopaedic Surgeon treatment for an acute injury is RICE which stands for Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. This treatment will help relieve pain, reduce swelling and speed healing. “For more chronic conditions, it may be recommended to change or avoid the activity until the injury has had time to rest and heal,” says Dr. Miller. In order to avoid Boomeritis, Dr. Miller recommends adequately warming up for three to four minutes prior to physical activity. Changing up your routine may also be helpful such as alternating days for strength training and cardiovascular fitness.

9020 E. Reno Ave. Midwest City, OK 73130

405-737-2486

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Call today for your complimentary consultation

Amber Bergerson

Senior Relocation Specialist

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OUR SERVICES FOR YOU: Coordinate your move Help make informed decisions about downsizing when needed Provide a written and pictorial inventory Pack items to be moved, shipped, or sold Arrange for professional movers Unpack and remove the mess Get you settled in: (beds made, clocks/ coffee pot plugged in, pictures hung) Disposition of items not going to your new home Arrange for an estate sale and donations

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Stillwater “Boomers” Create a Different Kind of Community By Kathryn McCamant & Pat Darlington

“We have too much house, too much yard, and too

much stuff where we live now. The kids are grown and it’s just us...we want to live in a community where we know all of our neighbors, and we can have a good mix of privacy and interdependence...without the hassle of yard work and house maintenance,” say Pat and Steve Tweedie, members of Oakcreek Community. Set on seven wooded acres along Boomer Creek, Oakcreek Community is being created by a group of pro-active (not just active) adults aged 55+ who aren’t satisfied with existing housing options. They don’t want to be managed. They don’t want to live with hundreds of other seniors. Instead they envision a vibrant neighborhood that is designed for people instead of automobiles with 24 (privately owned) one- and two-bedroom homes, shared open spaces, and a 3500 square foot common house for community gatherings, cooperative Oakcreek Site Planning Workshop with Architect Charles Durrett activities, and guest accommodations. Oakcreek Community members participated in the design of their neighborhood “where social interaction happens naturally” and are committed to a set of guiding principles, including active, healthy living; lifelong learning and growth; interdependence, mutual support, Architect rendering of Oakcreek Community and compassion; community service; and environmental sustainability and stewardship. Oakcreek hired the award-winning, nationally and internationally recognized firm of McCamant & Durrett Architects to guide the community’s development. Charles Durrett and Kathryn McCamant introduced cohousing to the Americas in the 1980’s and are the authors of two books about cohousing. (www.cohousingco.com) Eleven households are vested members of Oakcreek Community and have reserved 11 of the 24 homes. They include active singles and couples, retired and non-retired folks, none of whom are ready to retire from life. The group is actively seeking homeowners who want to embrace an active, purposeful lifestyle – and have fun doing it. Groundbreaking was October 6, 2011 with a projected move-in date of Fall 2012. For more information, contact: Sharing a cookout on a summer evening

Pat Darlington • 405-880-3703

or Kay Stewart • 405-747-5913 www.oakcreekstillwater.com 17

(Dr. Englemann, continued from page 2)

CAN ANYTHING QUIET THE NOISE IN MY EARS?

Tinnitus refers to an internal noise in your ears or head that is not coming from your environment. It may sound like a ringing, buzzing, crickets, locusts, or a variety of other annoying sounds.

and hearing loss. Some report that while using these devices their tinnitus is softer, while others are no longer aware of their tinnitus. This can provide tinnitus sufferers with relief and relaxation. Our end goal is retraining your brain to ignore or not be aware of the tinnitus. MEDICAL MIRACLES IN A MICROCHIP

(dime)

State of the Art Digital Hearing Devices so small they go virtually unnoticed

You are not alone. About 50 million people have tinnitus, and most report that they “learn to live with it.” Around 20% suffer by experiencing a disruption in their concentration, sleep, and/or

This is the best time in our history to take advantage of modern electronics with the latest and greatest breakthroughs in medical technology. Modern, computerized digital hearing aids provide better sound quality and a more natural sound. The new miniaturized technology comes in a variety of colors to match your hair or skin tones and is lightweight, easy to operate, and cosmetically discrete. The new breakthrough in digital signal processing operates itself, and some can

ability to communicate. Tinnitus should be taken seriously. An impaired ear picks up For some, it can less sound and ... lead to psychological difficulties such as depression, stress, anger, and anxiety. Advances in technology have brought us new hearing aids that not only amplify speech, but are also capable of producing harmonic musical tones or white noise for patients with tinnitus 18 18

... transmits distorted sounds back to the brain. 95% of all hearing loss is Audiologically treatable.

even be linked to a telephone and TV. If your hearing changes, the hearing aids are reprogrammable. Multiple programs are available for use in different environments such as normal conversation, restaurants, and meetings. It can help you understand speech clearer in a background noise due to dual microphones, internal and automatic volume controls, and wind noise suppression technology that is great for golfers! PATIENT SATISFACTION

Dr. Larry Engelmann, Cheryl Engelmann, R.N. & Mrs. Ledbetter, patient, often share in light hearted moments together.

Patients are often surprised and delighted when I turn on their hearing aids for the first time or fit them with the new improved technology. They 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. My life is 120% better now!” - “Socially, these hearing aids have saved my life.” Marcia Ledbetter: “I am Absolutely thrilled to hear so clearly and to experience how easy it is to use to my hearing aids. It is so nice to be able 19

to communicate with my 8-year-old granddaughter without difficulty. I tell others go get the help you need.” DOCTOR OF AUDIOLOGY YOU CAN TRUST I specialize in hearing wellness care and treatment of patients 50 years of age and older. Over the past 35 years, I have successfully helped thousands of patients. Providing the best care and services possible for improved hearing and tinnitus relief remains my personal commitment to you. I graduated from three prestigious Audiology programs: Arizona School of Health Sciences, OU Medical Center, and University of Florida. My research efforts have contributed to the widespread acceptance of cochlear implants and middle ear implantable hearing devices, and I have authored numerous articles in respected medical and audiology journals.

Dr. Larry Engelmann, customizing a fitted lightweight digital hearing aid

Rated “Excellent” in Patient Care by His Patients – A group of Dr. Engelmann’s patients participated in a national patient satisfaction

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program. The director stated that, “Dr. Engelmann’s excellent patient care is a proven fact. Nearly 100% rated Dr. Engelmann as ‘Excellent’ for the following indicators of their satisfaction with their appointments: 1) Courtesy, 2) Thoroughness of instruction, 3) Listening skills, 4) Amount of time he spent with you, 5) Technical skills of the audiologist, and 6) Ease of understanding his instructions.” He also received higher satisfaction ratings from patients than most other audiologists across the nation. Respected and Honored by His Peers – Dr. Engelmann received the following national awards and recognition:

Goldstein Outstanding Audiologist Award: “Contributions to the advancement of the autonomous practice of audiology and service to the profession.” Wernick Award: “Recognition of outstanding educational contribution within the field of audiology.”

AAA Scholar: “Dedication to the field of audiology and commitment to continued professional excellence.” MEET THE AUDIOLOGY CLINIC STAFF My caring staff is dedicated to excellence and satisfaction by providing a professional environment where you will receive prompt and courteous attention. We could not ask for a better office manager and secretary in Paulette. She has been with us for 14 years! It 20 20

is her charming voice that you will hear when you call. She brings warmth and kindness to everyone. In her spare

Diagnostic testing ensures proper treatment.

time, she likes to dote on her family – especially her three grandkids.

Cheryl is my loving wife of 24 years and counting! She is a registered nurse and a licensed audiology assistant. Often you will find her keeping the books, marketing, assisting patients, and organizing things faster than a

blink of an eye! She loves her family time, scrapbooking, and community service with her women’s Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.). NEXT STEP: FILL OUT THE HEARING WELLNESS CHECKLIST ON THE NEXT PAGE This simple checklist will help you understand “at risk” early signs of decreased hearing. COME SEE US SOON You are part of the “Greatest Generation.” Join with me in the fight against hearing loss and tinnitus. No one knows how it affects you better than you know. You can enrich your life

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with better hearing, and I can provide hope, answers, and helpful treatment to prevent further hearing loss or slow down the speed of its progression. Learn about hearing wellness, proper treatment options, and receive access to the most advanced hearing enhancement and tinnitus treatment technologies suited to your specific needs. Because of owning my own practice, I have been blessed with the freedom and liberty to spend more quality time providing better care for you. A recent survey about physicians reports

that they spend about 8-12 minutes per patient. I know how important it is to have your questions and concerns answered. Please plan 1-2 hours for your initial appointment and consultation. You deserve someone taking care of you, or your loved one, who is knowledgeable, professional, and with whom you can count on to be there year after year. I have been in the same accessible location since 1982. We have great cookies to satisfy your

sweet tooth and plenty of fresh coffee! I look forward to meeting you soon!

Hearing Wellness Checklist - Yes or No

____ Turn the TV up too loud for others? ____ Ask people to repeat themselves? ____ Can understand men’s voices better than women and children’s voices? ____ Having difficulty understanding people clearly at meetings, at church, in a car, or in restaurants? ____ Can understand people in quiet situations, but voices sound mumbled in a background noise? ____ Work or worked around loud noise such as airplanes, construction equipment, or power tools? ____ Use or used guns for hunting or while serving in the military? ____ Have trouble understanding telephone voices? ____ Accused of selective hearing? ____ Have noises in your ears like ringing, buzzing, or crickets? ____ Have dizziness or vertigo? ____ Have family history of hearing loss? ____ Have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, poor circulation, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, Alzheimer’s disease, undergone chemotherapy or radiation treatments for cancer? “Yes” responses indicate that an appointment for a hearing examination and consultation is needed. Call the Audiology Clinic at 405-946-0364. Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D. Audiology Clinic • NW Medical Center 3330 NW 56th St, Ste 218 • Oklahoma City, OK 73112 405-946-0364 21

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The modality of hypnotherapy is often misunderstood and is a mystery to others. As a hypnotherapist I am most often asked, “Will I be awake and know what’s going on?” The answer is, “Absolutely! You are never asleep, unconscious, or unaware. You are in control the whole time.” Through hypnosis, we are able to quiet all the busyness, stop the wheels from turning so fast, and search the depths of your mind. The “therapy” includes individualized techniques which identify the answer or direction you are seeking to help you heal.

Hypnotherapy is very helpful to control the level of pain in the body, as well as speeding up the healing process related to illness, injury, or surgery. I can show you how to use the infinite power of your mind to diminish or eliminate pain and work in conjunction with your medication. Hypnotherapy is especially beneficial for pain control for those who are in hospice care. The use of these tools to help control the pain will also improve the quality of life for those precious last days.

Other benefits of hypnotherapy include help with high emotions (such as grief, anger, shame, guilt, resentment, etc.), depression, relaxation, memory recall, insomnia, and weight loss. The question is “What can’t it help?” as opposed to “What can it help?” You have so much potential to have a great Quality of Life, and I can show you how to make this a Reality.

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Service Listings

All phone numbers are 405 area code unless stated otherwise. active adult living (also see pages 10 and 11 in Specialty Placement) Autumn House Senior Living, ad page 25 732-0644 Baptist Village of OKC (Pet Section) 721-2466 www.baptistvillage.org, article page 53 Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) 341-0810 Front & inside front cover, article page 48 The Breighton Apartments, (in Paseo) 528-2224 www.thebreighton.com Cottage Park Retirement, Guthrie 509-4929 ad page 33 Cottage Park Retirement, Midwest City 496-1703 Copper Lake Estates, www.seniorlifestyle.com 340-5311 East Oaks Village, ad page 1 259-9696 Epworth Villa 752-1200 www.epworthvilla.com, perforated page 14a The Gardens at Reding 636-1537 Larkspur Village, ad page 1 580-920-1334 Oakcreek Cohousing Community (405) 747-5913 article page 17 or (405) 880-3703 Savannah House of Choctaw, ad page 1 390-1367 Savannah House of Guthrie 293-9606 ad page 52 (Pet Section) Superbia Retirement Village 721-5656 Seniors 55+ or the Disabled, ad page 25 Temple Gardens Apartments, ad page 1 604-3111 Touchmark at Coffee Creek 340-1975 www.TouchmarkEdmond.com, article page 30 Town Village Retirement Community 297-9600 article page 56 accupuncturist Dr. Karen’s Wellness Center 330-8745 Karen A. Mahlmeister, D.C., article page 9 aging in place home systems

alkaline water Your Water for Health, Inc. (Pet Section) 918-951-0601 Michael Loveless, D.C., article page 47 apnea clinics Apnea Specialists, Inc. article page 35

866-963-8889

assisted listening devices Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 assisted living (also see page 11 in Specialty Placement) Baptist Village of OKC (Pet Section) 721-2466 www.baptistvillage.org, article page 53 Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) 341-0810 Front & inside front cover, article page 48 Copper Lake Estates 340-5311 www.seniorlifestyle.com Crystal Place, ad page 34 616-1980 Cypress Springs 286-9500 www.cypressspringsresidents.com Epworth Villa 752-1200 www.epworthvilla.com, perforated page 14a The Fountains at Canterbury 751-3600 inside back cover 722-5552 Heritage Assisted Living (Pet Section) www.heritageokc.com, ad page 51 or 470-4249 Private Pay, Medicaid & VA Welcome Quail Ridge Senior Living 755-5775 www.quailridgeoklahoma.com, article page 27 Sommerset Senior Living Community 691-9221 www.sommersetassistedliving.com Touchmark at Coffee Creek 340-1975 www.TouchmarkEdmond.com, article page 30 Town Village Retirement Community 297-9600 article page 56 audiologist Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 automotive buy, sell and repairs DIFFEE FORD-LINCOLN www.diffee.com, ad page 15

adult services Areawide Aging Agency 943-4344 4101 Perimeter Center, Ste 310, OKC CAAVA (Non-Profit) 208-4021 (Court-Appointed Advocates for Vulnerable Adults) HelpLine for Seniors Free Info Just Dial 211 (HeartLine 2-1-1, Get Connected) Seniors Careline 848-CARE (2273) 36 36

262-4546

blind services/support DRS Library for Blind and Handicapped 521-3514 FREE recorded books & players 800-523-0288 cable services Cox Advanced TV www.cox.com, ad page 15

600-7122

caregivers support/case management Baptist Village Case Management 866-887-2872 www.baptistvillage.org, article page 53, (Pet Section)

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caregivers support, continued

Daily Living Centers www.dailylivingcenters.org

792-2401

carpet cleaning & repair Oklahoma Karpet Care

Clay Parsons, Licensed Electrician 496-8586 All Your Electrical Needs, Senior Discount 20% 842-2736

Del Rentzal for professional carpet & upholstery care

carry out home meals The Prairie Gypsies www.prairiegypsies.com, ad page 38 casinos Remington Park & Gaming Center

525-3013

424-1000

cataract treatment Advanced Laser Center of OK www.alcok.com, insert page 30a

755-7700

chiropractic Dr. Karen’s Wellness Center 330-8745 Karen A. Mahlmeister, D.C., article page 9 clinical certified hypnotherapist Ronda C. Gray MS, CMS-CHt, CRC 831-3963 article page 24 cosmetic dentistry Keith E. Gibson, D.D.S., back cover 942-6222 www.keithegibsondds.com, article page 58 crime prevention meetings for 50-plus Triad Group Programs 316-4336 Ask for Sheryl Presley 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 Baptist Village of OKC (Pet Section) www.baptistvillage.org, article page 53 Daily Living Centers www.dailylivingcenters.org

721-2466 792-2401

dental and denture care Advances in Dentistry 751-6996 www.advancesindentistry.com, ad page 6 Keith E. Gibson, D.D.S., back cover 942-6222 www.keithegibsondds.com, article page 58 digital hearing aids and doctors of audiology Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 domestic services Absolute Senior Care www.absolutesenior.com, ad page 13 HealthCare Innovations Private Services, ad page 34 Noval Senior Care, LLC www.novalseniorcare.com Right Choice Personal Assistance www.RightChoiceOK.com, ad page 54 37

electrician

945-2220 943-0094 235-1469 595-7066

energy tips OG&E Utility Service www.oge.com, article page 26

272-9741 877-430-3936

equipment & oxygen Entrusted Hearts Medical 877-272-6263 Equipment, Owasso, OK, www.baptistvillage.org Bill Veazey’s Rehab and Home Care 843-8886 Equipment, www.veazeysrehab.com, ad page 46 estate planning Kathy E. Wallis, Attorney at Law 650-2436 Personalized Estate Planning, www.kwallislaw.com

“There is No Promise of Tomorrow; Prepare and Plan Today.”

(Pet Section) article page 50

eye care Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma www.alcok.com, see insert page 30a Quail Creek Bank

finances

755-7700

755-1000

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Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc 842-3443 www.TheRetirementPath.com, ad page 42 florists, greenhouse and event center Morrison Floral (since 1949) 789-1622 We grow our own poinsettias & spring bedding. food & restaurants *offering catering and banquets Around the Corner Restaurant 341-5414 Downtown Edmond, Hours 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed Mondays, Blue Plate Specials Daily * Deep Fork Group All-Star Lineup Cafe Nova 525-NOVA(6682) Chicas Mexican Cafe 607-8193 Deep Fork Grill 848-7678 The Mantel Wine Bar & Bistro 236-8040 The Wedge Pizzeria 602-3477 The Wedge Pizzaria 270-0660 In Deep Deuce *Earl's Rib Palace, Inc., Six Metro Locations: www.earlsribpalace.com Nichols Hills 843-9922 Edmond 715-1166 OKC W Reno 949-1220 OKC Memorial Road 603-1199 Bricktown 272-9898 Moore 793-RIBS (7427)

food and restaurants, continued

glaucoma care Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma www.alcok.com, insert page 30a

The Prairie Gypsies

Good meals ready to reheat and eat! 415 NW 30 • OKC • 525-3013 www.prairiegypsies.com *Trattoria il Centro Italian Urban Eatery - “Get Downtown!” “We Love This Place!”

601-5858

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handicap services Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 Elite Home Care, inside front cover article page 4 Bill Veazey’s Rehab and Home Care Equipment www.veazeysrehab.com, ad page 46

752-2523 843-8886

health and wellness Advances in Dentistry 751-6996 www.advancesindentistry.com, ad page 6

funeral, cremation plans and cemeteries Affordable Cremation Services 521-8777 www.cremation-okc.com, ad page 29 Barnes-Friederich Funeral Home 733-2991 1820 S Douglas Blvd, Midwest City 73130 Locally Owned: Joe Barnes, Vincent Friederich, Rhonda Burnett, www.BFFuneralHome.com

Dignity Memorial Locations 800-344-6489 www.dignitymemorial.com, article page 55 Arlington Memory Gardens, NE OKC 427-2453 Baggerley Funeral Home, Edmond 341-3737 Bill Eisenhour Funeral Home, NE OKC 769-3362 Bill Eisenhour Funeral Home, Del City 672-1321 Bill Merritt Funeral Service, Bethany 789-5622 Chapel Hill Funeral Service, Bethany 721-3182 Guardian Funeral Homes, West Chapel 495-9292 NW OKC Hahn-Cook Funeral Home/Street 848-3744 & Draper, N OKC Memorial Park Funeral Home and 478-0556 Cemetery, N OKC Primrose Funeral Service, Norman 321-6000 Rose Hill Burial Park, N OKC 843-5771 Sunny Lane Funeral Home and 677-8384 Cemetery, Del City Sunset Memorial Park, Norman 329-2553 Resthaven Funeral Home and 275-2200 Memorial Park, Shawnee RESTHAVEN Funeral Home and 691-1661 Memory Gardens www.resthavenokc.com, article page 57 geriatricians/eldercare Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 Elite Home Care, inside front cover 752-2523 www.homecarebyelite.com, article page 4 Keith E. Gibson, D.D.S., back cover 942-6222 www.keithegibsondds.com, article page 58 OU Medicine Senior Health Center 271-3050 www.oumedicine.com, article page 28 38 38

Apnea Specialists, Inc., article page 35 866-963-8889 Dr. Karen’s Wellness Center 330-8745 Karen A. Mahlmeister, D.C., article page 9 Keith E. Gibson, D.D.S., back cover 942-6222 www.keithegibsondds.com, article page 58 Your Water for Health, Inc. (918)951-0601 Michael Loveless, D.C., (Pet Section) article page 47 hearing loss and aids Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 Pioneer Hearing Aid Centers, Inc. 364-3931 Serving Oklahoma since 1978, five locations www.pioneerhearing.com home health care (also see page 11 Specialty Placement) Accentra Home Healthcare OKC 488-2222 www.accentrahealthcare.com Tulsa 918-281-8200 Elite Home Care, inside front cover 752-2523 www.homecarebyelite.com, article page 4 HealthCare Innovations 943-0094 Private Services, ad page 34 Laura Lynn’s Home Care, Private Duty 418-2961 In-Home Care, www.lauralynnshomecare.com Midwest City Regional Medical Center 736-6925 “Home Health Care Services”

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home improvement Habitat Renovation Station North - 232-5592 Non-Profit South - 778-6222 Retail Store at Huge Discounts HANDYMEN R US, INC. 670-1733 www.handymanokc.com, Insured and Bonded Rebuilding Together OKC, Non-Profit 607-0464 FREE Home Repairs for Seniors (55+) www.rebuildingtogetherokc.org IN-HOME PAINTING, Custom Home 524-3139 Finishes and Furniture Refinishing by Brian Cure hospice care (also see page 10, Specialty Placement) Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) 341-0810 Front & Inside Front Cover, article page 48 Crossroads Hospice, ad page 10 632-9631 Faith Hospice 840-8915 or 800-HOMECARE (466-3227) 789-2913 Frontier Hospice “Centers of Excellence” Hospice Quality Care 619-9100 SolAmor Hospice 842-0171 Sooner Hospice, LLC 608-0555 www.soonerhospice.com Quality Life Hospice 767-9033 www.qualitylifehospice.com, article page 60

housing for seniors, continued

Crystal Place Assisted Living, ad page 34 616-1980 Oakcreek Cohousing Community (405) 747-5913 article page 17 or (405) 880-3703 Quail Ridge Senior Living 755-5775 www.quailridgeoklahoma.com, article page 27 Savannah House of Guthrie 293-9606 ad page 52 (Pet Section) Superbia Retirement Village 721-5656 No Buy in, Rental by the Month Seniors 55+ and the Disabled, ad page 25 Touchmark at Coffee Creek 340-1975 www.TouchmarkEdmond.com, article page 30 identity theft Lynn North, VIP Insurance “Let Us Help You Protect Your Identity.”

249-2910

in-home monitoring and companions Absolute Senior Care 945-2220 www.absolutesenior.com, article page 13 Care Plus Home Care 769-2551 www.careplusATHOME.com, ad page 41 Entrusted Hearts by Baptist Village 720-2401 www.baptistvillage.org, (Pet Section) article page 53

hospitals and clinics (also see page 12, Physicians and Care) Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 Mercy Health Center 755-1515 Midwest Regional Medical Center 610-4411 www.midwestregional.com, article page 14 OU Medical Center 271-4700 www.oumedicine.com, article page 28 house calls Physicians at Home 232-0101 www.physiciansathomeok.com, ad page 25 housing for seniors (also see pages 10 and 11 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 Savannah House of Choctaw, ad page 1 390-1367 Temple Gardens, ad page 1 604-3111 Baptist Village of OKC (Pet Section) www.baptistvillage.org, article page 53 Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) Front & Inside Front Cover, article page 48 The Breighton Apartments (in Paseo) www.thebreighton.com Cottage Park Retirement, Guthrie ad page 33 Cottage Park Retirement, Midwest City 39

721-2466 341-0810 528-2224 509-4929 496-1703

Noval Senior Care, LLC www.novalseniorcare.com Right Choice Personal Assistance www.RightChoiceOK.com, ad page 54

751-4663 595-7066

independent living (also see pages 10 and 11 in Specialty Placement) Autumn House Senior Living, ad page 25 732-0644 Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) 341-0810 Front & Inside Front Cover, article page 48 Cottage Park Retirement, Guthrie 509-4929 ad page 33 Epworth Villa 752-1200 www.epworthvilla.com, perforated page, page 14a Fountains at Canterbury 751-3600 inside back cover Oakcreek Cohousing Community (405) 747-5913 article page 17 or (405) 880-3703 Savannah House of Guthrie 293-9606 ad page 52 (Pet Section)

independent living, continued

Superbia Retirement Village 721-5656 No Buy In, Rental by the Month, ad page 25 Touchmark at Coffee Creek 340-1975 www.TouchmarkEdmond.com, article page 30 Town Village Retirement Community 297-9600 article page 56 information & referral Areawide Aging Agency 943-4344 Community Action Agency 232-0199 Help for the Homeless and Low Income Heartline Helpline just dial 211 Statewide Information Line for Seniors Oklahoma Insurance Department 521-6628 Senior Health Counseling Program 888-967-9100 article page 32 OMBUDSMAN program 942-8500 Areawide Aging Agency, “We Help & Inform You” Physician Referral Service 610-3627 Midwest Regional Medical Center, article page 14 Progressive Independence 321-3203 Help and Information to be More Independent Welfare Office Information Line 521-2778 insurance

Humana, Inc. 800-537-3692 “Guidance When You Need it Most,” ad page 3 Eunice Khoury 848-5790 Independent Agent, ad page 16 Oklahoma Insurance Department 521-6628 Senior Health Counseling Program 888-967-9100 article page 32 VIP Insurance, Kathy Reeser & Lynn North 340-3502 Health • Auto • Home • Renters • Life, We Have Special Products for Ages 50-85, Easy Application. integrity networking

internet service Cox High Speed Internet www.cox.com, ad page 15

600-7122

jobs/business opportunities AARP Senior Employment 879-3899 Carey Pet Care, Must Love Animals visit online www.careypet.com/beasitter, (Pet Sect.) ad page 51 40

lasik Advanced Laser Center of Oklahoma Dr. John P. Belardo, insert page 30a

755-7700

legal services CAAVA (Non-Profit) 208-4021 Court-Appointed Advocates for Vulnerable Adults Kathy E. Wallis, Attorney at Law 650-2436 Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning, www.kwallislaw.com

“There is no Promise of Tomorrow; Prepare and Plan Today.”

article page 50 (Pet Section)

Kevyn Gray Mattax Attorney, Family Law OK County Public Defenders Office

943-1965 713-1550

lift chairs Bill Veazey's Rehab and Home Care 843-8886 Equipment, www.veazeysrehab.com, ad page 46 long term care Baptist Village of OKC (Pet Section) www.baptistvillage.org, article page 53 Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) Front & Inside Front Cover, article page 48 Epworth Villa www.epworthvilla.com, perforated page 14a Eunice Khoury Independent Agent, ad page 16

721-2466 341-0810 752-1200 848-5790

medicare/plans Humana, Inc. 800-537-3692 Guidance When You Need it Most, ad page 3 United Healthcare 201-7734 Medicare Solutions, ask for Ida From Secure Horizons Health Plan memory care Baptist Village of OKC (Pet Section) 721-2466 www.baptistvillage.org, article page 53 Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) 341-0810 Front & Inside Front Cover, article page 48 Cypress Springs 286-9500 Alzheimer and Memory Support Residence www.cypressspringsresidents.com Epworth Villa 752-1200 www.epworthvilla.com, perforated page 14a Fountains at Canterbury 751-3600 inside back cover Sommerset Senior Living Community 691-9221 www.sommersetassistedliving.com Touchmark at Coffee Creek 340-1975 www.TouchmarkEdmond.com, article page 30 mobile veterinarian Veterinary Home Healthcare (Pet Section) Dr. Sharon Cary, Mobile Vet, ad page 51

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mobility products Bill Veazey’s Rehab and Home Care 843-8886 Equipment, www.veazeysrehab.com, ad page 46

monuments RESTHAVEN Funeral Home and Memory Gardens, article page 57 www.resthavenokc.com

691-1661

patio homes Touchmark at Coffee Creek 340-1975 www.TouchmarkEdmond.com, article page 30a personal assistance and care Absolute Senior Care 945-2220 www.absolutesenior.com, article page 13

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Senior Transitions, LLC, ad page 16

315-3844

non-toxic water Your Water For Health, Inc. 918-951-0601 Michael Loveless, D.C., article page 47 (Pet Section) nursing care centers Baptist Village of OKC, article page 53 721-2466 T.B. Lackey Health Care Center or 470-8922 Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) 341-0810 Front & Inside Front Cover, article page 48 Epworth Villa 752-1200 www.epworthvilla.com, perforated page 14a The Fountains at Canterbury 751-3600 Inside back cover orthopedics Paul R. Miller, M.D., Orthopaedic Surgeon 737-2486 MAKO® robotic-assisted technology, article page 14 packing/shipping service Ace Transfer and Storage Company ad pages 41 and 43 Bekins Relocating Service ad page 41 Senior Transitions, LLC, ad page 16

Noval Senior Care, LLC 751-4663 www.novalseniorcare.com Right Choice Personal Assistance 595-7066 www.RightChoiceOK.com, article page 54 phone service Cox Digital Telephone www.cox.com, ad page 15

600-7122

physical therapy Elite Home Care, inside front cover 752-2523 www.homecarebyelite.com, article page 4 plumbing needs Dad's Plumbing & Drain Service 602-2615 FREE ESTIMATES, Insured and Bonded “Go With the Name You Know”, Senior Discounts private duty/services Accentra Home Healthcare OKC 488-2222 After Hours OKC 760-4287 www.accentrahealthcare.com Tulsa 918-281-8200

672-4425 521-8000 315-3844

pain & emotional therapy Ronda C. Gray MS, CMS-CHt, CRC 831-3963 Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, article page 24 41

private duty/services, continued

HealthCare Innovations, ad page 34 Laura Lynn’s Home Care Private Duty In-home care www.LauraLynnsHomeCare.com rail program/trains Heartland Flyer/Amtrak Senior Club Discount Tickets www.heartlandflyer.com, ad page 23

943-0094 418-2961

retirement planning

800-USARAIL (872-7245)

real estate - buy or sell Michelle Gee, Graduate Realtor Institute 306-5662 www.buywithmichelle.com, Keller Wms Realty Edmond

Tracy Burch, Senior Real Estate Specialist 473-3504 Allied,Inc., REALTORS, email: tburchokc@gmail.com recreation, arts & entertainment also see Senior Centers page 42 Arcadia Round Barn and Gift Shop 396-0824 Call for Tours or Rental Information Carpenter Square Theatre 232-6500 Shows Running Year Round. Call for playlist! Nathan Gunn, Local Artist 413-0038 Private & Group, Lessons, Fun and Therapeutic Painting Classes Heartland Flyer/Amtrak 800-USARAIL (872-7245) Senior Club Discount Tickets www.heartlandflyer.com, ad page 23 National Cowboy & Western 478-2250 Heritage Museum, Senior Discount 62+ Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra TIC-KETS Call Ahead for Seasonal Schedule (842-5387) Oklahoma Parks & Recreation Dept 297-2211 Oklahoma River Cruises 702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com, ad page 22 Remington Park & Gaming Center 424-1000 Oklahoma Senior Games 681-3266 www.oklahomaseniorgames.org October 11-17, 2012, Ask for Doug Paulson rehabilitation Elite Home Care, inside front cover 752-2523 www.homecarebyelite.com, article page 4 Epworth Villa 752-1200 www.epworthvilla.com, perforated page 14a Fountains at Canterbury 751-3600 Inside back cover Midwest Rehab Medicine 610-8090 at Midwest Regional Medical Center, article page 14 residential care Quail Ridge Senior Living 755-5775 www.quailridgeoklahoma.com, article page 27 respite care Sommerset Senior Living Community www.sommersetassistedliving.com 42 42

691-9221

river cruises Oklahoma River Cruises www.okrivercruises.com, ad page 22 safe rooms Ground Zero Shelters www.groundzeroshelters.com

702-7755

877-880-1351

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

Senior Fun Day, Snacks Included, Starts at 1 p.m. Last Tuesday of Every Month, Ask for Pam

Crescent Community Ctr. (9:30a.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 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 Norman Senior Center 329-4200 Northeast YMCA Senior “Y” 427-0862 Shartel Towers 631-4644 (Part of The Salvation Army) Spencer Senior Center 771-5354 Tuttle Senior Center 381-2606 Warr Acres Senior Center 789-9892 Will Rogers Senior Center 942-4339 Yukon Senior Center 350-7680 senior programs CAAVA (Non-Profit),

208-4021

Court-Appointed Advocates for Vulnerable Adults

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senior programs, continued

support groups, continued

Easter Seals Adult Day Health Center 239-2525 Humana, Inc. 800-537-3692 Guidance When You Need it Most, ad page 3 OG&E Assistance Programs 272-9741 www.oge.com, article page 26 or 800-430-3936 OKC Metro Transit Senior Services 297-2583 www.gometro.org, ad page 29 Oklahoma Insurance Dept, ad page 32 521-6628 Senior Health Counseling Program 888-967-9100 OU Medicine Senior Health Center 271-3050 www.oumedicine.com, ad page 28 Senior Transitions, LLC, ad page 16 315-3844

ALZHEIMER’S Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Hotline 800-272-3900 Local OKC Metro, www.alz.org/alzokar 319-0780 Cypress Springs, Memory Care Support 286-9500 www.cypressspringsresidents.com First Presbyterian Church of Edmond 341-3602 1st and 3rd Thurs. of Every Month at 6:15 p.m. McFarlin United Methodist Church 321-3484 Norman/So. OKC Noon Group, ask for Carol Dean, luncheon, 11:45 a.m., 3rd Wednesday Monthly 685-4791 South Park Health Center, 4th Thursday OKC South Group (2:00 p.m.), Ask for Novetta Small 350-7759 Yukon Group (6:30 p.m.) 2nd Monday Chisholm Trail Presbyterian, Ask for Evelyn

skilled nursing/training Baptist Village of OKC, (Pet Section) 721-2466 www.baptistvillage.org, article page 53 Bradford Village Senior Living (Pet Section) 341-0810 Front & Inside Front Cover, article page 48 Elite Home Care, inside front cover 752-2523 www.homecarebyelite.com, article page 4 Epworth Villa 752-1200 www.epworthvilla.com, perforated page 14a Fountains at Canterbury 751-3600 Inside back cover 767-9033 Quality Life Hospice www.qualitylifehospice.com, article page 60

ASTHMA Better Breathers of Midwest, Ask for Marjan 610-8076 Regional Medical Center, 3rd Wed. 1:30 p.m.

sleep dentistry & snap-in dentures Advances in Dentistry 751-6996 www.advancesindentistry.com, ad page 6

Grief Recovery Outreach Sessions 315-5357 New Sessions Monthly, lossrecovery@cox.net

sleep disorders Apnea Specialists, Inc Article page 35

866-963-8889

storage

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BEREAVEMENT, GRIEF & LOSS Affordable Cremation Service, ad page 29 521-8777 Calm Waters 841-4800 Crossroads Hospice 632-9631 ad page 10

INTEGRIS Medical Center 949-3195 Ask for Chapter 2, 6:30-8:00 p.m., Jan. 17-Apr 17; Sept. 11-Oct. 18; 6 wks Nov. 6, One Night Holiday Meeting

Matthews Funeral Home 341-2787 Family Owned and Operated Midwest Regional Medical Center 610-8684 Six-Week Session for Grief Recovery New Horizons, 2nd & 4th Mon. 6:30-8 p.m. 752-3776 Quality Life Hospice, article page 60 767-9033 RESTHAVEN Funeral Home 691-1661 and Memory Garden www.resthavenokc.com, article page 57 Ronda C. Gray, MS, CMS-CHt, CRC 831-3963 Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, article page 24 CANCER

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Bekins Relocating Service, ad page 41 storm shelters Ground Zero Shelters www.groundzeroshelters.com

877-880-1351

support groups ALCOHOL / DRUG

A-A Hotline Al-Anon Saints Center for Behavioral Medicine 43

521-8000

Breast Care Center 610-8881 Midwest Regional Medical Center Monday's Friends, 6:00 p.m., Ask for Jean Pitzer Mercy Health Center (P.U.S.H.) 752-3388 2nd Monday 6:30-8:00 p.m. Midwest Regional Medical Center 610-1542 Thursday Friends Cancer Care, 4th Thursday, Call Ahead for The Times of The Group Meetings. CAREGIVERS

524-1100 767-9071 272-6216

Mercy Care for Caregivers 936-5821 Mercy Senior Community Outreach 752-3935 Call for FREE Monthly Newsletter, Ask for Patty

support groups, continued

DIABETES Midwest Regional Medical Center 610-8930 Diabetes Classes Every Week RSVP Required Doctor Signature Required Norman Regional Health System 307-5730 Ask for Cheryl Boost

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Multiple Sclerosis Society 800-777-7814 OK Chapter PARKINSON'S Midwest City Senior Center 810-0695 4th Thursday 2:00 p.m., Ask for Jim Keating

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.

POLIO Post-Polio Survivors 946-1460 Ask for Yvonne Leard SLEEP DISORDERS Apnea Specialists, Inc. 866-963-8889 www.apneaspecialists.com, ad page 35

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 GRANDPARENTS AS PARENTS Hope Community South 632-1900 New Covenant Christian Church 722-7445 Ask for Debbie Keith HEARING CARE/LOSS Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 Senior Citizen Hearing Projects Services for the Deaf Along with Help for Employment

866-309-1717 522-7930

HEART INTEGRIS Mended Hearts, at Noon 949-6002 3rd Thursday Every Other Month, Ask for Teri Cook Midwest Regional Medical Center 610-8284 Healthy Heart Club LUNG American Lung Association of Oklahoma LUPUS OK Lupus Foundation Ongoing Support Groups, Call Ahead

748-4674 427-8787

MENTAL HEALTH Depression and Bipolar 602-5360 Support Alliance OU Medical Center, Edmond 341-6100 Autumn Life Center, ad page 8 359-5253 Mental Health Center 360-5100 Mental Health Reachout 522-8152 24-Hour Reachout Hotline 800-522-9054 OU Medical Center, “Share” 231-8733 Day Treatment and Other Programs, ad page 28 OU Senior Health Services 271-3050 ad page 28 44 44

SURVIVORS Rape & Crisis Support YWCA Survivors of Suicide (SOS) Loss of Someone to Suicide

947-4506 942-1345

surgery/dentistry Keith E. Gibson, D.D.S., back cover 942-6222 www.keithegibsondds.com, article page 58 Veterinary Home Healthcare (Pet Section) 820-6647 Dr. Sharon Cary, Mobile Vet, article page 51 talk radio News Talk Radio 1000 KTOK 848-5790 Well Preserved with Eunice Khoury, Saturdays 7a.m. www.wellpreserved.info, ad page 16 tax help/strategies Seniors Tax Help

800-TAX-1040 (829-1040)

tinnitus treatment Audiology Clinic, Front Cover 946-0364 Larry R. Engelmann, Au.D., article page 2 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 Community Action Agency 232-0199 Daily Living Centers 792-2401 www.dailylivingcenters.org (OKC Metro area) DIFFEE FORD-LINCOLN 262-4546 www.diffee.com, ad page 15 EMSA 297-7000 Non-Emergency, Business Office 297-7100 Kiwanis Kruiser (Norman) 321-3200 Aging Services, Ask for Julie Logan County Aging Services 282-1803 Anyone Over 60

transportation, continued

veterans affairs, continued

Metro Meal Site Rides Planning Dept. 297-2583 MedRide VanTransportation 685-8267 www.medride.com, Wheelchair/Stretcher Aid Metro Lift, for the Disabled 297-3808 Metro Lift, for Applications 297-2891 Midwest Regional Medical Center 610-8066 Care Van Service Metro Senior Services 297-2583 OKC Metro Transit Senior Services 297-2583 www.gometro.org, ad page 29 RSVP, Provide-A-Ride 605-3106 S.T.E.P., Weekly Metro Special Service 297-2583 Shopping and Medical Trips Yellow Cab Company 232-0202 travel & tours

veterinarian services

Veterinary Home Healthcare (Pet Section) 820-6647 Dr. Sharon Cary, Mobile Vet, article page 51 vision impairment DRS Visual Services Vision Centers www.okdrs.gov

522-3333 800-845-8476

volunteer services CAAVA (Non-Profit) 208-4021 Court-Appointed Advocates for Vulnerable Adults RSVP (Retire Senior Volunteer Program)

605-3106

walk-in tubs Interspa of Oklahoma 326-4446 Walk-in SafetyTubs, www.freedomtubs.com wills and trusts Kathy E. Wallis, Attorney at Law 650-2436 Personalized Wills & Trusts, www.kwallislaw.com

“There is no Promise of Tomorrow; Prepare and Plan Today.”

article page 50 (Pet Section)

wound care Hyperbaric Wound Care, ad page 8

359-5477

Elite Home Care, inside front cover 752-2523 www.homecarebyelite.com, article page 4

Travel Leaders / Bentley Hedges Travel 237-3333 Specializing in Senior Cruise Discounts www.bhtravel.com Heartland Flyer/Amtrak 800-USARAIL Senior Club Discount Tickets (872-7245) www.heartlandflyer.com, article page 23 Oklahoma River Cruises 702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com, ad page 22 urns Affordable Urns, ad page 29

752-8767

utility services OG&E Customer Service, article page 26 272-9741 OG&E Gatekeeper, article page 26 840-9676 www.oge.com, Call Okie, article page 26 840-5032 veterans affairs Dignity Memorial FREE Veteran's Guide & DVD www.OKCVeterans.com, article page 55 State of Oklahoma Veterans Ask for Archie Pierce 45

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“Bill Veazey’s has been serving our family for over six years. During this period, Angie Tucker has always represented the attitude of Veazey’s. After I call, Angie gathers the supplies I need and has them ready for me to pick up. She knows our family’s medical needs and often goes out of her way to help. Angie Tucker and Claude Schuldt She always greets me with a smile and a hug, but if Angie is not there, someone else is always ready to help. The company assists in setting equipment up at our home, makes special orders, and has prices that are fair and reasonable. It is a special place where you are called by your first name and not just an account number. I deal with many types of medical people and offices, and none are more polite and caring than Bill Veazey’s.” Our motto: – Claude Schuldt of OKC “We Can Help!” Come into our showroom M-F, 9-5. Delivery Available We are family-owned and operated for 47 years.

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COVER STORY:

BRADFORD VILLAGE

Article Page 48: PETS WELCOME, MASTERS, TOO!

INSIDE: Kangen Water 47 and Your Pets Are You Prepared? 50 Loving Pet Care at Your Door 51 PHOTO: Bradford Village’s Happy Resident, Ms. Jocile Crocker and Her Beloved Shih Tzu of 10 years “Molly”

Kangen Water® and Your Pets

Your Water For Health, Inc. The OKC Water Store By Dr. Michael Loveless D.C.

For over 25 years, Dr. Michael Loveless has provided health care to his

patients through chiropractic and has taught ways to live a better and longer life. Dr. Loveless is now bringing awareness about the importance of hydration for you and your pets. His focus is to educate veterinarians and pet’s owners alike about Kangen Water®, as he is also an animal lover and has two beautiful miniature pinchers. Drinking Kangen Water® helps you and your pets to regain and maintain excellent health.

Kane, a 10-year-old German shepherd, was suffering from severe arthritis and couldn’t get up from his bed anymore. After using several medications, Beth (Kane’s owner) told her veterinarian to put Kane to sleep to stop his misery. Beth’s veterinarian gave her fresh, 8.5 Kangen Water® daily to see if it would make any difference. Only a few days later, Kane started to get up and was soon able to go out with Beth for their usual jog! Kane is again like a puppy and the only difference was Kangen Water®.

Dr. Michael Loveless with Miko and Maggie

Acidity in the body can cause arthritis, acid reflux, digestive problems, cancer, etc. Kangen Water® brings the body back into an alkaline

state giving it the ability to heal itself. The technology was developed in Japan 40 years ago and is being used in more than 250 hospitals and in millions of homes around the world. Now Japan is #1 in the world in overall health and longevity, and the USA is #38. The good news is that Dr. Loveless has brought this technology to Oklahoma City, and now you and your pets can enjoy this amazing water. Join us each Monday, 6:30 p.m., at “The OKC Water Store” where Dr. Loveless and his wife Teresa will show you an eye opening demonstration about different waters and the difference that Kangen Water® can make in your family’s and your pet’s health.

Kangen Water®

3611 N. Portland Ave • Oklahoma City, OK 73112

918-951-0601

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areyouprepared?

By Kathy Wallis and Dawna Blue

Many people that Kathy Wallis encounters believe that they don’t need an estate plan. Unfortunately, they (or their families) often realize they were wrong too late. The truth is that everyone has an estate plan - “You either knowingly create an estate plan or the laws of Oklahoma create one for you,” Kathy explains.

An estate plan (small or large) designates how matters will be handled when you are unable to make decisions for yourself and what will happen to your possessions, property, and pet companions when you are no longer living. An estate plan may be as simple as having a valid will (which can include instructions for the care of your pets), proper asset titling, and beneficiary designations. For others, it may require the formation of a trust or other entity to carry out your wishes. Proper planning can also help avoid costly and time-consuming probate proceedings.

Kathy firmly believes that every estate plan should include two crucial documents - an “Advanced Directive for Health Care (Living Will)” and a “Durable Power of Attorney.” These documents prepare for unexpected events that may leave you temporarily or permanently disabled through illness or injury. They clearly define your wishes instead of leaving your family to endure the burden of struggling with medical and legal decisions in their time of uncertainty and grief.

Kathy was raised in the small community of Washington, Oklahoma. Her legal practice is based on the small-town values on which she was raised. At the center of Kathy’s life are family, friends, and being Mom to Chad, a freshman at OU, and to two loveable rescue dogs. Kathy and Dennis, her husband of 27 years, are active members of Acts 2 United Methodist Church. Kathy will personally work with you to make sure you are prepared and that your wishes regarding your family and companion pets are clearly conveyed. For additional information or to schedule an appointment or house call, contact:

405-650-2436 PO Box 30746 Edmond, OK 73003 www.kwallislaw.com kathy@kwallislaw.com 50 50

Shasta (adopted from the Edmond Animal Shelter) and Easton (adopted from Free to Live) pictured with the People They Own: Dennis, Kathy and Chad Wallis

PETS Service Listings Animal Control (dispatch) Supervisor (Animal Control) Free to Live, Adoption

297-2255 297-3118 282-8617

Grief Recovery After Loss of a Pet

315-5357

Outreach Sessions, lossrecovery@cox.net

OK Humane Adoption Center 286-1229 www.okhumane.org Pet Limo, for all Your Pets 922-6542 Experienced Handling of Older & Ailing Pets Pet-Vet Animal Clinic, shots 4 less 733-4649 Pet Memories Cremation Service 840-0800 Free Pet Pickup for Seniors

Savannah House of Guthrie

by Nicole Uhrynowycz and Dawna Blue

outstanding, affordable, pet friendly, independent living for the active senior Our property is conveniently located near downtown historic Guthrie, I-35, shopping and restaurants. We offer rates you can afford with a quiet, relaxing atmosphere, including daily activities in the clubhouse. Your pet companions will feel right at home in our pet-friendly environment. We have caring and friendly on-site management staff as well as a 24-hour emergency maintenance. Convenient transportation service, to take you to and from appointments, is available through our partnership with Logan County Aging Services. “I really love the sense of community here at Savannah House of Guthrie. When my husband died, everyone really came together and made me feel a part of an extended family and made my loss easier on me,” shared resident Pamela Jordan. “I love how quiet it is here at the apartments. The manager really cares about all of us...we all have a lot of fun at the activities in the clubhouse.”

Our amenities include fullsize washer/dryer connections, Mrs. Pamela Jordan and Tasha, happy residents since 2008. individually monitored alarms, sprinklers, elevator, laundry care facility, brand new appliances, and carpet and tile. The apartments are all electric, and we pay your water, sewer and trash. We have spacious one and two bedrooms available. We also accept Section 8. Savannah House of Guthrie is professionally managed by JRK Residential. Call to schedule an appointment to see your new home today and ask

about our current specials!

Savannah House of Guthrie 510 East Pleasant Hills Dr Guthrie, OK 73044

(405) 293-9606

JRK Residential

Nicole Uhrynowycz Regional Property Manager

(918) 245-2406

Our Services • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Personal Care

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Meal Preparation / Clean Up Medication Reminders Transportation Errands / Grocery Shopping Accompany to Doctor and Pharmacy Visits Feed and Care for Pets Water Plants Play Games / Cards Reading Recreational Activities Accompany to Church / Devotionals

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Light Housekeeping Laundry Vacuum, Sweep, and Mop Change Linens / Make Beds “Lois was very good with our mom. She had compassion and gentleness that made our mom feel very secure. Lois was a God-send!” – Kathy S. 5909 NW Expressway, Ste. 275 OKC, OK 73132

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Let us be the caregiver so you can be the famly.

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The Best is Yet to Come... Town Village Retirement Community

Retirement exceeds your expectations at Town Village Retirement Community. General Managers, Pam and Ron Ethier, have created a culture of community like none other, and they are breaking new ground by living onsite. “It’s not for e v e r y b o d y, but we love it! We experience everything the Pam and Ron Ethier General Managers residents do: apartments, dining, activities, and daily life. Being available and in tune with the Resident’s individual needs creates a ‘family’ atmosphere.”

Our goal at Town Village is to create a lifestyle of choice for our Residents while providing the comforts of home. We have monthly events, open to the community and Residents alike, with entertainment by big bands, orchestras, or an Elvis impersonator. Ron and Pam both exclaim, “We like to have fun and our Residents do too! Its great to see everyone dancing with big smiles on their faces. Seeing this makes us realize that we really are providing a great life for our Residents.”

FREE LUNCH Good for Two at Town Village

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By Dawna Blue

Additional community events include football tailgate parties with plenty of camaraderie to sock hops where you dance to your heart’s content.

Town Village Residents actively give back to the OKC community through volunteering with Whiz Kids & Mercy Hospital. Residents also make and donate items for Christmas and the holidays, including toy drives. The resident council works closely to enhance both the Town Village living experience as well as reaching out to the community.

Town Village Dining Room

Ron and Pam invite you to become a part of the Town Village community so you can relax and enjoy an active life, the comforts of home, and so much more. If you would like to receive a personal invitation to join the monthly events, please sign up on the website or call 297-9600.

13000 N May Avenue Oklahoma City, OK 73120

www.TownVillageOKC.com

Keith Gibson, D.D.S.

...caregiver, craftsman, &surgeon By Susan Swanson

As a dentist who performs

such varied roles as caregiver/ craftsman/surgeon, Dr. Keith Gibson’s knowledge and expertise translates into personalized care of the highest caliber for his patients. In addition to having over 25 years of professional experience, Dr. Gibson has traveled across the country to complete extensive training in both the areas of cosmetic and implant dentistry.

Front of Clinic, Designed by Fitsimmons Architects

This allows him to provide the most comprehensive care for each patient. His general practice can address a broad range of needs, including: • Basic needs (such as fillings, crowns, and root canals) • Cosmetic needs (such as teeth whitening or veneers) • Functional needs (such as issues with the temporomandibualr joint or “TMJ”) • Surgical needs (such as dental implants to either replace one or multiple missing teeth) His use of 3D imaging also enables him 58

Corridor - Operatory (Inset: Dr. Gibson)

to provide a much less invasive surgical procedure, as well as a more predictable outcome. Hand-crafted dentures are just one more thing that sets this Oklahoma City practice apart from 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. Since prevention is such an integral part of oral health, Dr. Gibson offers these helpful tips to patients: Use a soft-bristled toothbrush. While harder bristles may seem like a good idea, they are actually too abrasive and can damage your tooth structure. Choose a soft-bristled brush instead and remember to replace it every 3-4 months. Floss. This will not only make an enormous difference in preventing gum disease in most patients, but will also help prevent bad breath, give you pretty “pink” gums, and has even been shown to reduce your risk of heart disease. Get professional help. Having your teeth cleaned by a dental hygienist every

3-6 months will help maintain teeth and gums by the removal of plaque and tartar build-up in hard-to-reach areas, as well as allow your mouth to be monitored for signs of early decay and/or early gum disease. Consider your diet. Some foods are good for your teeth and gums. The fibrous texture of raw fruits and vegetables, for example, helps to clean the teeth as you chew.

Reception - Lobby (Inset: Dr. Gibson)

to raise both awareness and funds. Their son, Samuel, enlisted in the United States Marine Corp just two weeks after 9/11 and has proudly served his country in Iraq. Hannah, their daughter, is a freshman in college. Dr. Gibson has gone to great lengths to provide the latest techniques and technologies to better serve each individual’s needs. Whatever your dental needs or concerns, Dr. Gibson and his friendly staff are ready to serve you.

Reception Area (Inset: Dr. Gibson)

Also, foods high in vitamin C (such as oranges, strawberries, and bell peppers) are good for the gum tissue. However, beware of the acidity of lemons, which can damage tooth enamel if consumed too often. Foods to avoid or, at least limit, are sticky foods, sugary foods, and popcorn. (Popcorn kernels can get lodged beneath the gums and can be difficult to remove.) Dr. Gibson enjoys volunteering with Meals on Wheels, through St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. His wife, Sarinda, is devoted to her work with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Northwest Entry Building designed by Larry Dean Pickering Fitsimmons Architects Architectural Photos by Joseph Mills Photography

405-942-6222

3906 NW 10th Street • OKC

www.KeithEGibsonDDS.com

Quality Life Hospice:

Mission-Oriented Service As a not-for-profit, faith based ministry, Quality Life Hospice has the unique opportunity to blend both end-oflife support and mission-based service to provide the highest standards of care in the industry. The services we provide benefit our patients and their families alike. We converted to our not-for-profit status last year, which has enabled us to provide additional education and support to meet the needs of families affected by life-limiting illnesses in our local community and abroad. In May of 2011, members of the Quality Life Team spent two weeks doing mission work in the Ukraine. Ukrainian families are often left alone in the heartbreaking time of caring for their loved ones, both young and old, at the end of life. Childhood mortality is a frighteningly common reality throughout the Ukraine that devastates families. The lack of support makes the loss that much more difficult to bear. We continue to sponsor the Ukraine Hospice Movement by providing educational resources and encouragement to the Ukrainian medical professionals in their efforts to promote access to end-of-life care. It is our hope that the hospice movement will expand in the Ukraine and across Eastern Europe. It is also the mission and ministry of Quality Life Hospice to care for Oklahoma families during the end-oflife, available to those diagnosed with a life limiting illness with a prognosis of six months or less, should the condition run its normal course. We have the

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By Shannon L. McClure, RN, CHPH, CHCA Director, Quality Life Hospice

The Quality Life Hospice Ukraine Mission Team

ability to provide comfort and support to the family when it is needed the most with an entire interdisciplinary team: RN case manager, social worker, spiritual counselor, hospice aide/homemaker, dietary counselor, bereavement and grief counselor, volunteers and a hospice physician who can work with you family doctor. We truly believe in our “calling” and provide services in thirteen counties in the Greater Oklahoma City area. If you or a loved one needs hospice care, please call to request a hospice consultation. To learn more about employment or volunteer opportunities with Quality Life Hospice, please call our office or Phone 405-767-9033 visit our website. 14901 N Pennsylvania Oklahoma City, OK 73134 www.qualitylifehospice.com

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