LIFE's Vintage Newsmagaizne - December 2018 by LIFE's Vintage Magazine

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Vol. 33, No. 6 LIFE Senior Services, Inc. Publisher

14 Assistance League Tulsa: Transforming Lives, Strengthening Community

The Assistance League is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and adults through community programs. The national organization, which has a strong Tulsa chapter, operates as an allvolunteer organization. In 2017, more than 200 Assistance League Tulsa volunteers contributed more than 29,000 hours of service to the community.

16 RSVP Tulsa: Lead, Inspire, Change the World RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) is part of Senior Corps, America’s largest volunteer network for people age 55 and older, with more than 300,000 volunteers serving nationwide. RSVP Tulsa was one of the 11 original national pilot programs started in 1971. Meet two RSVP Tulsa volunteers who showcase the wide variety of volunteer activities available through RSVP Tulsa.

Laura Kenny President and Chief Executive Officer Kelly Kirchhoff Senior Director of Communications and Development Erin Shackelford Managing Editor editor@LIFEseniorservices.org Emily Fox Associate Editor efox@LIFEseniorservices.org Bernie Dornblaser Advertising Director bdornblaser@LIFEseniorservices.org Leah Weigle Graphic Designer and Photographer Carol Carter Copy Editor Carrie Henderson Bowen Circulation Coordinator cbowen@LIFEseniorservices.org dick mccandless Esteban Valencia Community Distribution

LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine is published monthly by LIFE Senior Services (a Tulsa Area United Way nonprofit) and helps fulfill LIFE Senior Services’ mission to promote and preserve independence for seniors. This publication is printed and mailed at no charge. Donations of any amount are appreciated and will help offset LIFE Senior Services’ production costs.

20 15 Ways to Remember Loved Ones During the Holidays When someone important in your life passes, the holidays are often never the same. Whether the loss of a loved one is recent or not, grief can still be triggered by familiar traditions, family events, songs and holiday movies. While avoidance and denial are common coping tactics, there are better ways to approach feelings of grief and loss this holiday season.

6 Letter from the Publisher 8 Looking Back 10 Caregiver Corner Compassion Fatigue and the Family Caregiver 12 Medicare & You Benefits Update 2019 18 Enjoy LIFE: Become a Volunteer 22 Top 10 Reasons to Give Back 24 Ways to Give This Holiday Season 30 Mindbender & Puzzles 4

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26 New Life for Holiday Leftovers

The feasts have come to an end, but the leftovers haven’t. If you’re up to your eyeballs in holiday leftovers, consider freezing some and putting new life into the rest.

31 Business Directory 32 Resolutions for a Healthy New Year: Mind, Body and Soul 34 Healthy Aging 35 In the Spotlight 36 Noteworthy 37 Share Your Time & Talent 38 Calendar 39 LIFE EDU 40 People & Places 41 Classifieds 43 Vintage Friends

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While the season is marked with holiday get-togethers, festive meals and shopping for presents, there is another important aspect we shouldn’t forget. December is a month of giving – not only of material gifts, but of your time and talents in service to others. It is estimated that the average American will spend approximately $700 on holiday gifts and goodies this year, totaling more than $465 billion, according to the National Retail Federation. However, you don’t need to spend much or even anything at all to volunteer at a local nonprofit or charity organization. In this month’s issue, we explore the importance – for mind, body and soul – of giving back to others and various ways for you to get into the giving spirit this season. Starting on page 14, we spotlight a few local volunteers and organizations that are strengthening our community and helping others through service. On page 14, learn more about Assistance League Tulsa, a local chapter of a national organization that transforms the lives of children and adults through community programs like Operation School Bell and the Betty Bradstreet Assistance Fund. You may know them for their Bargains Thrift Store, which recently opened at their new and improved location at Legacy Plaza. Another local organization, RSVP Tulsa, helps match older adults with volunteer opportunities that fit their interests or skills. On page 16, find more details about RSVP Tulsa, a part of Senior Corps, and meet two of their volunteers who are spreading their knowledge and talents throughout Green Country.

Laura Kenny President and CEO of LIFE Senior Services, LIFE’s Vintage Housing and LIFE PACE

Like many other nonprofits, LIFE Senior Services is dependent on volunteers to help us serve thousands of seniors and caregivers every year. On page 18, discover how LIFE is meeting the needs of local seniors through our dedicated volunteer base. You will also meet three seniors who have made a huge impact on our organization and the lives of those we serve.

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Hopefully, you’re inspired by all of the volunteer profiles to start giving back. If you need a further push, on page 22, we look at the top 10 reasons why giving back is good for you – physically, mentally and emotionally. When you’re ready to jump in and start volunteering, we have a list of volunteer opportunities and ways to give back starting on page 24. In Ways to Give this Holiday Season, find ideas for donating coats, toys and even gently-worn business wear, as well as other ideas like writing letters to military service members and serving meals at Iron Gate. Plus, find additional volunteer opportunities in our monthly Share Your Time & Talent section on page 37. Additionally, in this month’s issue, we offer ways to remember a loved one during the holiday, tips to repurpose and continue to enjoy holiday leftovers and a list of New Year’s resolutions that will help you get and stay healthy in 2019. Finally, as you know, LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine is only one of the many resources LIFE Senior Services provides to seniors and caregivers in our community. On page 21, you will learn more about LIFE’s other programs from an individual who has been positively impacted by its wraparound, life-saving services and programs. Now more than ever, LIFE Senior Services needs your help to raise funds to secure the future of these programs. LIFE is dependent on donations to keep all of our services and programs operational, as well as to continue helping seniors in our area retain their health and independence. Within the pages of this issue, you will find a donation envelope. If you are able, we hope you will consider investing in LIFE and joining in our mission to promote and preserve independence for seniors – today – tomorrow – always. As always, thank you for your continued support and best wishes as we look forward to 2019!

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LOOKING BACK

Happy Holidays in Tulsa

Tulsa Historical Society & Museum • 2445 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa

Children at Dunbar School receiving holiday gifts from employees of Douglas Aircraft, December 1962.

KOTV’s “King Lionel Happy Holidays” Christmas parade float at 8th Street and Main Street.

Group of boys caroling at the Mayo Hotel, December 1955.

Tommy and Susan posing next to their Christmas tree with presents, December 1960.

KOTV CEO Maria Helen Alvarez and her son Joe posing with their Christmas tree, 1953. Alvarez was responsible for launching Tulsa’s first television station (KOTV) in 1949.

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this month in history December 3, 1967: First human heart transplant Fifty-three-year-old Lewis Washkansky received the first human heart transplant at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. Washkansky, a South African grocer dying from chronic heart disease, received the transplant from Denise Darvall, a 25-year-old woman who was fatally injured in a car accident. Surgeon Christiaan Barnard, who trained at the University of Cape Town and in the United States, performed the revolutionary medical operation. December 10, 1915: Ford built its 1 millionth car The 1 millionth Ford car rolled off the assembly line at the River Rouge plant in Detroit. No one paid much attention to the 1 million milestone. The 10 millionth Ford, on the other hand, traveled back and forth from New York to San Francisco and from Los Angeles to Chicago in the summer of 1924, inspiring raucous celebrations everywhere it went. December 14, 1799: First U.S. President died George Washington died at his Mount Vernon estate in Virginia. Two days before, he rode out into the freezing sleet to survey business affairs on his estate. He returned home late for a dinner engagement and refused to take the time to change out of his wet clothes. On December 13, he developed a severe respiratory infection and died the following day. His last words were, “Tis well.”

December 19, 1986: World Series parachutist sentenced Michael Sergio, who parachuted into Game 6 of the 1986 World Series at New York’s Shea Stadium, was fined $500 and sentenced to 100 hours of community service. On October 25, Sergio, a 37-year-old actor and Mets fan, landed on the infield with a “Let’s Go Mets” banner in the first inning of the sixth game between the Mets and the Boston Red Sox. December 23, 1888: Van Gogh chopped off his ear Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, suffering from severe depression, cut off the lower part of his left ear with a razor while staying in Arles, France. He later documented the event in a painting titled "Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear." Today, Van Gogh is regarded as an artistic genius and his masterpieces sell for record-breaking prices; however, during his lifetime, he was a poster boy for tortured starving artists and sold only one painting. December 29, 1940: Germans raided London German aircrafts blanketed incendiary bombs over London, setting both banks of the Thames ablaze and killing almost 3,600 British civilians. The German targeting of the English capital had begun back in August, payback for British attacks on Berlin. In September, a horrendous firestorm broke out in London’s poorest districts as German aircrafts dropped 337 tons of bombs on docks, tenements and teeming streets. The “London Blitz” killed thousands of civilians. © The History Channel

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CAREGIVER CORNER Many caregivers have heard of burnout. But did you know there is a recognized syndrome – or set of symptoms – that occurs before burnout? It is called compassion fatigue. Originally, compassion fatigue was considered a by-product of professional caregiving – only for doctors, nurses, medics and therapists. Recent research indicates that family caregivers experience compassion fatigue also. The good news is that identifying and mitigating compassion fatigue can help family caregivers manage the stressors in their lives. Compassion fatigue is characterized by deep physical and emotional exhaustion and a pronounced change in the caregiver’s ability to feel empathy. Some people say that compassion fatigue is, “just plain sick and tired.”

There are several causes of compassion fatigue, including:

Placing the needs of others ahead of your own

Lacking personal boundaries or unidentified boundaries

There are specific symptoms associated with compassion fatigue. Each symptom on its own may not indicate a problem, but the more symptoms identified, the higher the probability that compassion fatigue has set in. Symptoms include:

Bottled up emotions Isolation from others Sadness and apathy Excessive complaining Impulse to rescue anyone in need eoccurring nightmares R or flashbacks ersistent physical P ailments ifficulty concentrating D or mental tiredness

Heightened anxiety Accident prone Hypersensitivity to emotional experiences I mpaired ability to make decisions iminished sense of D enjoyment, especially of things that previously brought joy I ncreased use of alcohol or drugs

Inability to communicate needs, or in some cases, identify need

Lacking healthy coping skills

Keep in mind that the more severe and numerous compassion fatigue symptoms are, the harder it is to rectify the problem. However, it is important to start the process because the next stage is burnout. If you can identify several of the symptoms in yourself, consider taking the following steps: Start with yourself. Self-care and self-compassion are not greedy or selfish. Self-care is the foundation of being a caregiver. Take a break from caregiving. Utilize respite. Ask a friend or family member to spend some time with your loved one. Most communities have home health companies that offer respite in the home for an hourly fee. Some communities also have an adult day health center that can help during the day for an affordable price. Some families use assisted living or nursing facilities for short-term stays of a few days to a couple of weeks. The charge is the typical per diem rate of the facility. Oxford Healthcare offers respite vouchers to residents of Tulsa, Creek and Osage counties to help pay for care in the home or at an adult day health center. Call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000 for more information or a referral.

Parse down. Evaluate what is on your plate, and let some of it go if you can. Do something fun every day. This is about maintaining friendships and activities that are enjoyable and emotionally rewarding. Find and attend a support group. Peer support for family caregivers can be both enlightening and encouraging. Caregiver support groups can be found on page 38. Exercise and eat well. This one may sound like a no-brainer, but when a caregiver is experiencing compassion fatigue it can feel difficult to take proper care of both yourself and the person you care for. Sometimes professional help is needed. Locally, there are many therapists and counselors that specialize in helping caregivers.

The job of caregiving is important for families and the health system as a whole. A caregiver’s health and well-being are paramount to the system working. The experience of each family caregiver is different, but the possibility of compassion fatigue exists for everybody. There is an old Jewish proverb that says, “God gave burdens, but he also gave shoulders.” I like to think this means that we each have the tools to make a difference. by Mickey Hinds, LIFE’s Education Coordinator

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WE WANT TO HELP YOU SAVE TIME AND MONEY! For your convenience, Tulsa County Treasurer’s Office will receive payments at the following locations on the dates and times shown. Be advised tax payments taken at the bank locations must be in the form of cash or check. For other payment options refer to back of enclosed tax statement.

NOVEMBER 26 - NOVEMBER 30 COLLINSVILLE Valley National Bank 118 N. 11th St. Mon. – Fri. • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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TULSA BIXBY/TULSA Mabrey Bank 11402 S. Memorial Dr. Mon. – Fri. • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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MEDICARE & YOU

Benefits Update 2019 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have set the Medicare premiums, deductibles and coinsurance amounts to be paid by Medicare beneficiaries in 2019.

Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital, skilled nursing facility, hospice and some home healthcare services. Part A Monthly Premium – Most Medicare beneficiaries do not have to pay a premium for Part A services because they have at least 40 quarters of Medicare-covered employment (or are the spouse or widow(er) of such a person). Enrollees age 65 and older who have fewer than 40 quarters of coverage and certain persons with disabilities pay a monthly premium in order to receive coverage under Part A. Individuals who have at least 30 quarters of coverage may buy into Part A at a reduced monthly premium rate, which will be $240 in 2019. Other individuals who have less than 30 quarters of coverage will pay the full premium, which will be $437 a month, a $15 increase from 2018. Part A Deductible and Coinsurance – The Medicare Part A inpatient hospital deductible that beneficiaries pay when admitted to the hospital will be $1,364 per benefit period in 2019, an increase of $24 from $1,340 in 2018. The Part A deductible covers beneficiaries' share of costs for the first 60 days of Medicare-covered inpatient hospital care in a benefit period. Beneficiaries must pay a coinsurance amount of $341 per day for days 61 through 90 of hospitalization in a benefit period and $682 per day for lifetime reserve days. For beneficiaries in skilled nursing facilities, the daily coinsurance for days 21 through 100 of extended care services in a benefit period will be $170.50 in 2019. A benefit period starts the day a patient is admitted and ends when the patient has been out of the hospital for 60 days in a row. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) Medicare Part B helps cover physician services, outpatient hospital services, certain home health services, durable medical equipment and other medical services. Part B Monthly Premium – The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B enrollees 12

will be $135.50 for 2019, an increase of $1.50 from $134 in 2018. However, an estimated 2 million Medicare beneficiaries will pay less than the full Part B standard monthly premium in 2019 due to the statutory hold harmless provision. For these enrollees, the increase in their Part B premium must be no greater than the increase in their Social Security benefits. Part B Income-Related Adjustment – Since 2007, beneficiaries with higher incomes have paid higher Part B monthly premiums. Specifically, if a beneficiary’s modified adjusted gross income as reported on their IRS tax return from two years ago is more than $85,000 ($170,000 filing jointly), the beneficiary is responsible for a larger portion of the cost of their coverage. These premium adjustments range from $54.10 to $325 more per month for Medicare Part B. The Affordable Care Act also requires Medicare Part D enrollees whose incomes exceed these same thresholds to pay a monthly adjustment amount in addition to their plan premium. These enrollees will pay the regular plan premiums to their Part D plan and will pay the income-related adjustment to Medicare. Part B Deductible and Coinsurance – Costs for Part B services depend on whether you have Original Medicare or are in a Medicare health plan. For some services, there are no costs, but you may have to pay for the doctor’s visit. If the Part B deductible applies, you must pay all costs until you meet the yearly Part B deductible before Medicare begins to pay its share. In 2019, the Part B deductible will be $185, an increase of $2 from the annual deductible of $183 in 2018. After your deductible is met, you typically pay 20 percent of the Medicare-approved amount of the service. I f you join a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO) or have other insurance (like a Medigap policy or employer or union coverage), your costs may be different. by Cindy Loftin Medicare Assistance Program Coordinator at LIFE Senior Services Source: www.cms.hhs.gov

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Medicare Part D Annual Enrollment Period The annual enrollment period for Medicare beneficiaries is quickly drawing to a close, and for most enrollees, December 7 is the deadline to make any changes for coverage in 2019. If you are satisfied with your current coverage and your plan will still be available in 2019, you don’t need to do anything. Your current coverage will continue for the next year. However, it's still best to look at all the options for 2019, so you understand the choices available and to determine whether your plan will still meet your needs. If you have Original Medicare with a separate prescription drug plan, you can review your options using the Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare’s website or you can contact the Medicare Assistance Program at LIFE Senior Services for assistance. Medicare volunteer counselors will provide unbiased, understandable information to help you compare Medicare Part D plans and assist you in selecting or changing your drug coverage for 2019. To schedule your appointment, call the Part D appointment reservation line at LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000 or toll-free at (866) 664-9009. by Cindy Loftin Medicare Assistance Program Coordinator at LIFE Senior Services

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ASSISTANCE LEAGUE TULSA: Transforming Lives, Strengthening Community The Assistance League is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and adults through community programs. The national organization, which has a strong Tulsa chapter, operates as an all-volunteer organization. This dynamic philanthropic program is funded by contributions from corporate sponsors, individuals, grants and proceeds from its Bargains Thrift Shop.

Every item donated is assessed by a volunteer who carefully examines it to decide whether or not it should go into the thrift shop, says Nancy Sacra, vice president of philanthropic programs. If it doesn’t go into the shop, it is given to another charitable organization such as Women in Recovery or Dividing Bread, or it is sent to American Recycle.

Priscilla Harris and Julie Ryker

n 2017, more than 200 Assistance League Tulsa volunteers contributed more than 29,000 hours of service to the community.

“The volunteers give of themselves – time and resources. They have a lot of respect for one another and the jobs they take on,” says Julie Ryker, vice president of marketing and communications for Assistance League.

Operation School Bell Operation School Bell promotes student self-confidence by providing qualifying students school uniforms, clothing and other essential items. Last school year, Operation School Bell served more than 25,000 students enrolled in 87 schools from 14 Tulsa-area school districts. Located on the level below the Bargains Thrift Shop is the new Operation School Bell store room. Before children are fitted for outfits, they spend time in a large, fun space that has a library, chalk walls and games. When it’s their turn to shop, they get a shopping cart and volunteers help them select two school uniforms – which include everything from the actual uniform to a belt, underwear, socks and shoes – and a fun outfit. The children also receive a hygiene kit and two books.

Assistance League Tulsa’s many philanthropic Children who participate in Operation School programs include Operation School Bell, Bargains Bell are identified by school counselors as needThrift Shop and the Betty Bradstreet Assistance based. For families that do not live in Tulsa, Fund. Operation School Bell goes to them. They set up clothing and supplies in their area Walmart. Bargains Thrift Shop Perhaps you visited Bargains Thrift Shop when it was located at 11th Street and Yale Avenue. This year, the store moved into a new, bigger location at 5350 E. 31st St. Items in the store are priced to sell and are high quality, including clothing from Talbot’s, Chico’s and more. The shop also has a “treasures” area that features valuable items such as Waterford crystal and Frankoma pottery. Assistance League is always looking for donated items to stock Bargains. When donors contribute clothing or other items, they can rest assured that it will not go to waste. Assistance League has a “waste not” program in place. 14

Last year, 1,154 elementary students from outlying school districts were dressed at area Walmart stores through Assistance League Tulsa. “Each child in the family receives $75 worth of clothing,” says Priscilla Harris, Assistance League president. “One family of three we helped recently was amazed that it was per child, not per family.” Some of the stories that come out of Operation School Bell are absolutely heartwarming. “One boy was going to pick out pink shoes, and a volunteer tried to direct him to another choice. He said he was going to give them to his sister,” Harris says.

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Betty Bradstreet Assistance Fund The Betty Bradstreet Assistance Fund helps fill the gap of funding available to fine arts programs in public schools in the Tulsa area. Grants given through the fund provided $45,800 to 54 area teachers in the 2017-18 school year. The program has allowed schools like Key Elementary to introduce new mediums of art such as painting on velvet and using wax to demonstrate deconstruction. More Local Contributions Assistance League Tulsa also gives back to several area organizations. Volunteers provide welcoming baskets, Thanksgiving dinner and a Christmas party to Mental Health Association recipients at Yale Apartments. They also help fulfill “wish list” items to the apartments such as linens and mattresses. Assistance League also helps LIFE Senior Services by purchasing items for their adult day health centers – patio furniture, a popcorn machine … even a Wii. They also put together baskets of household items for LIFE's ADvantage Case Management members and host holiday parties at LIFE’s Adult Day Health Centers. Assistance League Tulsa provides items such as pack and plays, car seats and diapers to Emergency Infant Services. The organization also gives toys and clothing to Tulsa Advocates for the Protection of Children. This vibrant group of volunteers gives not only their time, but also their money, to meet the needs of the community. They are a tight-knit group of individuals, that have formed lasting friendships. “It’s a great support system,” Ryker says. If you are interested in becoming a member of Assistance League Tulsa, visit their website at altulsa.org/get-involved, call (918) 832-8832 or drop by Bargains Thrift Store for more information. by Lindsay Morris

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RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) is part of Senior Corps, America’s largest volunteer network for people, age 55 and older, with more than 300,000 volunteers serving nationwide.

“It was our way of giving back to the community,” Troupe remembers. “I volunteer because my mother trained me to give back, because to whom much is given, much is required. I have been blessed with many opportunities and gifts. I’ve volunteered in all of the cities I’ve lived.”

Dr. Marilyn K. Troupe

ince its inception in 1971, RSVP has remained one of the largest continuous volunteer efforts in the nation, tapping into the broad wealth of skills, talents and experience of older Americans and matching those skill sets with local needs to bring about effective change within local communities. RSVP Tulsa was one of the 11 original national pilot programs started in 1971. Initially sponsored by Tulsa Metropolitan Ministries, RSVP Tulsa became incorporated in 1976. Today, RSVP Tulsa operates as a stand-alone nonprofit agency while remaining connected to Senior Corps and its federal governing body, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). CNCS came into being with the signing of the National and Community Service Trust Act of 1993 and is organized into three streams of service areas: Senior Corps, Learn and Serve America and AmeriCorps. RSVP Tulsa recruits and manages over 1,000 volunteers annually to participate in environmental projects, mentor and tutor children, respond to natural disasters, support veterans and their families, sustain healthy futures and encourage economic opportunities for the disadvantaged, among many other activities. Volunteers determine how many

hours a week they want to serve and the focus areas in which they would like to serve. Below you’ll find two RSVP volunteer profiles, which spotlight the wide array of volunteer opportunities available through RSVP Tulsa. For more information about how you can get involved with RSVP Tulsa, call (918) 281-8656 or visit www.rsvptulsa.org.

Dr. Marilyn K. Troupe A Legacy of Giving Back

A Tulsa native, Dr. Marilyn K. Troupe has a long and involved volunteer history that reflects her passion for helping others discover the fullest extent of their own potential. Troupe’s first foray into volunteering came when she was a young teen. Her mother was a dedicated volunteer herself, and as a licensed cosmetologist, she took Troupe along with her to visit nursing homes, a correctional facility for women and a mental health hospital where the two of them would do the women’s hair, makeup and nails. Troupe loved to see the smiles of the women as they admired their painted nails and freshly shampooed hair.

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Troupe received her bachelor’s degree in education from Langston University, a history degree from Oklahoma State University (OSU) and finally her Doctorate of Education from OSU. She was a teacher at McLain High School and for the Margaret Hudson Program in Tulsa, as well as a curriculum coordinator for Oklahoma State’s Department of Vocational and Technical Education. Her career path eventually took her across the country, where she was a college professor at Lane College in Jackson, Tennessee, and the division director of teacher and principal preparation program for the state of Kentucky. Troupe believes in the transformative power of education. Since moving back to Tulsa in 2011 and becoming involved with RSVP Tulsa, she’s found her volunteering niche in helping to advance the educational confidence of elementary-aged children. “Our kids now can have such low self-esteem if they are not good readers,” Troupe says. “They aren’t as secure in themselves as I was growing up, having the support of two parents and a community of people who helped me grow into the woman I became. I belong to the Tulsa chapter of Links, and we have adopted Gilcrease Elementary. One of the programs we started there is an art enrichment program. We worked with the same group for a couple of years and saw how they matured over that time, and how they became more cohesive and really appreciative of the arts.” In addition to volunteering her time at Gilcrease Elementary, Troupe also volunteers with the Foster Care Review Board, St. Monica Catholic Church, the Convention and Visitors Bureau for Special Events and with the Friends of the Rudisill Regional Library.

Susan Snodgrass A Volunteer for Life

Susan Snodgrass retired happily nine years ago, but it took her exactly two weeks post-retirement to realize that house and yard work were not going to be enough to keep her satisfied. With an inherent heart

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Susan Snodgrass

for working in her local community, she reached out to RSVP Tulsa and told the coordinator that she was going crazy and wanted to get involved. “I started volunteering to stay active and sane,” Snodgrass says, “and I continue volunteering because I enjoy using my time and skills to contribute to my community. I enjoy meeting new people and learning from them.” On any given day, you will find her arms-deep in the dirt planting trees as a citizen forester with Up With Trees, presenting classes on trees to Tulsa Public Schools, working in the RSVP office, getting involved with Community Action Project or assisting the Appassionata Duo – two married, incredibly talented Tulsa musicians that present a small music concert five times a year – with whatever they may need. Snodgrass also volunteers with the OSU Senior Mentor program, which pairs medical students with seniors in an effort to help the students learn how to better talk about subjects that might otherwise be uncomfortable for them, like end-of-life or intimacy issues. And when the county fair and the Tulsa State Fair come around, you will find her on the front lines of guest services smiling, welcoming and directing fairgoers. Snodgrass’ heart for caring for others and lifting their spirits reaches all the way back to the 1970s, when through her church she volunteered in a local emergency room on the weekends. Snodgrass and the other volunteers would sit with anxious patients in the waiting room to comfort them and to bring them updates from the doctors. She’s spent time volunteering for the Ronald McDonald house as well and also called the Friday night bingo games for the Cancer Treatment Center. When asked which of her volunteer opportunities have been the most memorable, the smile in Snodgrass’ voice when she answers is both humble and radiant. “There really isn’t one experience that sticks out above all of the rest. It’s the accumulation of activities that I’ve been blessed to meet people through – to learn from them and to enjoy being with them all these years and time spent volunteering. The world is full of some pretty remarkable people. I am always just amazed at the depth of caring that most people have. Given the opportunity, they will reach out and do whatever they can to help someone else.” by Tiffany Duncan

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Become a Volunteer LIFE Senior Services provides an array of services to thousands of seniors and caregivers each year. All of LIFE’s programs and projects are designed with its mission in mind: To promote and preserve independence for seniors – today, tomorrow, always.

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

IFE Senior Services relies heavily on volunteers to augment its professional staff, saving the organization more than $600,000 annually in overhead expenses. Last year alone, volunteers gave nearly 34,000 hours of time in service. Volunteers not only enhance LIFE’s programs and the lives of those it serves, many of LIFE’s services simply wouldn’t exist without the commitment and support of its volunteers. Volunteer opportunities range from helping in LIFE's Adult Day Health Centers and making small home repairs, to assisting with income tax preparation and Medicare Part D counseling, or helping with general office and clerical work.

Chuck Worrell

For more information about how you can become a volunteer for LIFE, call Channing Rutherford at (918) 664-9000 or visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org.

Chuck Worrell: RAMPing Up His Giving

There’s a group of men at Fellowship Lutheran Church who have been sharing their carpentry and construction skills with the less fortunate for more than 20 years. What started in the 1990s as part of the church’s annual service missions to Guyana, South America, grew into a local project that has benefited hundreds of area families.

Kenny Pouland

“Following one of our trips to Guyana, a group member commented that there had to be something we could do closer to home to benefit our own community,” says Chuck Worrell, RAMP (Restore Access Ministry Project) coordinator. “Another member had a neighbor who needed a wheelchair ramp, and that was how RAMP began.”

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RAMP is the volunteer project that builds ramps for area people in need. Each ramp is custom built onsite and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act standards. There is no charge to the individual receiving the ramp, but donations toward the approximately $600 in materials needed for each ramp are welcome. Currently, the team purchases materials from Lowe's or Home Depot, where they take advantage of the church’s tax-free status and a team member’s veteran discount to get the best price possible. “We enjoy each other’s company and working together,” Worrell says. “There’s personal satisfaction in knowing we helped someone. The client is so grateful and caregivers are thrilled at the improved safety and convenience. We built a ramp for a woman who hadn’t left her home in two years – except for doctor appointments. It’s hard to imagine not being able to sit outside on a beautiful day.” RAMP recently finished its 175th ramp and usually completes one ramp a month. For information on requesting a ramp, contact Channing Rutherford, LIFE’s volunteer coordinator, at (918) 664-9000.

Kenny Pouland:

Spreading Love and Joy

Kenny Pouland loves music and playing the guitar. Years ago, Pouland overcame an addiction to alcohol. He credits his faith for helping him and for encouraging him to give back to others. Pouland realized his calling was to take gospel music to older adults, but he had a new challenge: He needed to learn some gospel songs. Now, Pouland has retired and considers his visits to LIFE Senior Services’ programs, various nursing homes and older adult venues to be his full-time job. With help from his wife, he has acquired a repertoire of gospel songs www.LIFEseniorservices.org

LIFE's Volunteer Coordinator Channing Rutherford and Inez Major

and cleaned-up country classics that he performs. He also has eight different Christmas programs that he performs during the holidays. “I love visiting with the folks,” Pouland says. “I don’t preach, but I do share an encouraging message. At LIFE, I perform in front of a variety of people, but they all know the language of love and joy, and that is the message I bring. I want to tell older people they are valued, loved and needed. We should love God, love each other and love the ones who care for us. I love what I’m doing, and I may actually get more out of it than anyone.” Judging by the enthusiastic response from the LIFE audiences, those gifted by Pouland’s music enjoy his performances at least as much as he does.

Inez Major:

LIFE’s Longest-Running Volunteer

When Inez Major retired from her position at Helmerich & Payne more than 20 years ago, her son Bill had the perfect idea to occupy her free time: She could volunteer at LIFE Senior Services where he served as executive director. Before she knew it, Major was volunteering two to three times a week at the administrative offices of LIFE Senior Services. Over the years, Major has helped with the tax preparation counseling for older adults with limited incomes, typed stories from LIFE's Vintage Newsmagazine for submission on the internet and assisted around the administrative office. As the years have passed, Major’s commitment to LIFE continues, but she’s trimmed her volunteer time a bit. She volunteers once a month, but still performs services that are greatly appreciated. Major tabulates the hours given by volunteers at all of the various LIFE facilities each month and helps with the Vintage Newsmagazine advertising. “My volunteer work gets me out of the house, and I need something other than my weekly choir practice,” Major says. “It’s interesting to see how many people volunteer at the different LIFE locations. I also enjoy coming into the office because I see people I’ve gotten to know who have been there a long time.” LIFE Senior Services appreciates Major’s dedication, loyalty and assistance since 1996. by Emily Fox, Associate Editor

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When someone important in your life passes, the holidays are often never the same. Whether the loss of a loved one is recent or not, grief can still be triggered by familiar traditions, family events, songs and holiday movies. While avoidance and denial are common coping tactics, there are better ways to approach feelings of grief and loss this holiday season.

BELOW ARE SOME WAYs TO REMEmBER YOUR LOVED ONES DURING THE HOLIDAYS.

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1. Display photos and photo albums in locations accessible to holiday visitors. The photos will encourage reminiscing and telling shared stories with family and friends.

5. Remember your loved one by hanging their stocking on the mantle. As you progress through the holiday season, take time to write memories or letters to or about your loved one and place them in the stocking.

2. After a loss, it may be difficult to part with your loved one’s personal belongings. The holidays offer a great opportunity to give away some of these things. Share treasured items from the person who passed with other family members as gifts. Write a card letting the recipient of the gift know why you chose to give them this particular item.

6. Donate to a cause in your loved one’s name. Choose a charity that was important to your loved one. If your loved one died from a certain ailment such as Alzheimer’s disease or cancer, find a charity that supports finding a cure. You could also volunteer your time and talents to the organization you choose.

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3. For holiday gifts, print and frame photos to share with loved ones. Creating a charm bracelet with a customized charm honoring your loved one would also be a treasured holiday gift. 4. Create a place for people to write down and share memories. Leave out paper and pen or plain wooden ornaments with black permanent markers. Family and friends can write memories on the ornaments or pieces of paper and hang them on a “remembrance” tree.

7. Create a scholarship. Honor your loved one with a scholarship in their memory at a local school, technical college or university. 8. Light a candle in honor of your loved one. Place a photo nearby. Light the candle when you are missing them the most. 9. Invite your family and friends to a holiday potluck. Ask guests to make a dish that your loved one enjoyed. 10. Purchase gifts you know your loved one would have liked and wrap them up. Donate them to the local hospital, nursing home or homeless shelter in your loved one’s name.

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11. Visit or spend time in a place where you feel close to your loved one. You could also spend time watching their favorite holiday movie or listening to beloved holiday songs. 12. It may be too difficult to send out the annual holiday cards. Don’t feel guilty. Instead, take time to write cards for U.S. serivce men and women. Learn more about this on page 24. 13. Lift someone's spirits. Invite someone who is lonely to spend the holidays with you and your family. 14. Instead of the 12 days of Christmas, do 12 days of kindness. Each day, do one random act of kindness in your loved one’s name such as paying for the coffee for the person standing behind you. 15. Take care of yourself. Attend a workshop or support group for people dealing with loss. Your loved one would have wanted you to have the support you need. Sources: www.loveliveson.com, www.whatsyourgrief.com

You can find a list of support groups beginning on page 38. For additional help working through loss during the holidays or any time of the year, you can reach out to the Tristesse Grief Center by calling (918) 587-1200 or emailing hello@thegriefcenter.org.

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All across northeast Oklahoma, older adults who have worked hard and contributed to their families and communities are struggling to meet basic needs.

of people over the age of 65 live below the poverty line.

are affected by social isolation.

In the past five years in Oklahoma, ICU use in the last six months of life increased 20% in those 65+.

In the past year in Oklahoma, food insecurity increased 13% in adults aged 60+. Upwards of 75% of all caregivers are female,

and may spend as much as 50% more time providing care than males.

Americans aged 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse. Some estimates range as high as 5 million elders who are abused each year.

OVER 223,000 family members and friends are providing care.

About 34.2 million Americans

have provided unpaid care to an adult age 50 or older in the last 12 months.

More than

64,000

Oklahomans are living with Alzheimer’s disease.

40% of family caregivers reported the highest level of emotional strain on a 5 point scale.

LIFE Senior Services is prepared to respond with life-changing support, and with your help, we can do even more in 2019. Every dollar that you invest connects vulnerable older adults with the assistance they need to take on challenges and build a brighter future we know is possible. Because of your support and the support of others like you, LIFE Senior Services is able to meet the needs of countless seniors, families and caregivers in our community.

Be a LIFEsaver for People Like ROBERT I couldn’t leave my home unless I found someone to help me get up and down the stairs. – Robert

Before becoming an ADvantage Case Management client, Robert – a double leg amputee – was pretty much homebound. “I joined the ADvantage program and started receiving services through LIFE Senior Services about a year ago,” says Robert. “Since I have steps into my home, I couldn’t leave unless I found someone to help me get up and down the stairs.” Thanks to Robert’s case manager and a partnership with RAMP, a church outreach group who builds home ramps for individuals in need, Robert can now come and go as he pleases. “LIFE connected me with SoonerRide. I call them to arrange transportation when I need to go to the doctor." LIFE Senior Services arranged for Robert’s home to be equipped with wheelchair-accessible equipment like pull bars, hand-held shower and other items. “I also have a personal aide who comes in and helps with cooking, cleaning and running errands, and I’m getting set up for a meal delivery service." Robert will also receive a special holiday gift through LIFE’s annual Holiday Project to help make the holidays a little brighter. Thanks to LIFE’s wraparound services, Robert is able to live life fully and independently. Oklahoma's ADvantage Case Management program is a Medicaid-waiver program that provides home and community-based services for individuals who qualify financially and who are nursing home eligible.

Thank you for partnering with us to give seniors an improved quality of life. Please use the enclosed donation envelope in this issue of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine to make your gift today. If you prefer to give online, visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org/donate. You can also call (918) 664-9000 to make a donation over the phone. www.LIFEseniorservices.org

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TOP 10 GIVE BACK RE A S ON S T O

There are many reasons to volunteer – to make new friends, make a difference and feel good. Oftentimes, it’s a combination of factors that motivates a person to volunteer.

Below are 10 of the many motives people have cited for giving back to their communities.

Make an Impact

Strengthen Communities

Meet Others

Improve Your Health

Take the Lead

Looking to make a real, lasting difference in this world? Unlike other aspects of life you may not be able to control, volunteering allows you to choose where and how to make a difference. It’s easy to get inspired with a cause you truly care about – and it’s rewarding to see your direct impact.

From cleaning up a street to reading to kids at the local library, you can enhance your own life by improving the areas where you work, live and play. A strong community with a high quality of life means safer, healthier lives for you and those around you.

Looking to broaden your network of friends or meet others with similar interests? Volunteering is a great outlet for meeting others. A local club or organization can put you face-to-face with people in your community. Plus, it’s easy to bond over a shared passion. You can create lasting friendships with those you may not have otherwise met.

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Share Expertise

Improve Skills or Learn New Ones

Up Your Resume Ante

Find New Opportunities

Because It Just Feels Good

Want to learn basic carpentry, improve your cooking or discover how something works? Classes and courses can come at a cost, but volunteering is free! Why not begin your learning at no charge with an organization or opportunity where you can learn by doing?

Considering a career shift or wanting to get back into the workforce? Want to try out a new field before taking the leap? Volunteering can be a perfect way to fill a knowledge or employment gap. It can also be a valuable addition to a resume if you’re applying for a new job.

Doors open when you volunteer. You can widen your social network or discover a new organization in your community. Who knows? You may even stumble into a paid gig.

It’s worth a mention. While volunteering undoubtedly helps others, there’s no denying that it makes you feel happy and good about yourself – as it should!

Everyone has a skill or experience from which someone else can benefit. If you aren’t putting your talents to their best use in your everyday life (or even if you are), volunteering can be a prime way to share your expertise. Get out in your community and put your skills – from teaching to sewing – toward helping others. You may be surprised at how your own abilities sharpen when you share your knowledge.

Yes! Volunteering is actually good for you. Studies have shown that volunteering makes people feel physically healthier, manage chronic health conditions and lower stress.

Often what a great effort needs most is a great leader. If you see a cause that needs a push or a group that needs a hand, take the lead! Many find leadership rewarding in itself because of the opportunity to share their passion, value and inspiration with others. When you take a leadership role, you also have the ability to shape the world around you in the ways you choose.

Adapted from AARP’s “Create the Good” campaign

Find a list of volunteer opportunities in Share Your Time & Talent on page 37. 22

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Tis’ the season when we search for those perfect gifts for our friends and family. It goes without saying though, that many kids and adults won’t have happy holidays unless someone steps in to help.

G Write a letter to our military personnel deployed overseas through Operation Gratitude.

iving back doesn’t have to mean “working a volunteer shift,” though there are plenty of opportunities for that too! Rather, giving of your time, resources and presence offer someone the love they need this time of year. This list provides just a few of the avenues you can follow to give back just in time for the holidays.

Keep a Kiddo Warm

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Each year, Travis Meyer’s “Trav’s Coats for Kids” partners with Yale Cleaners and Catholic Charities to collect winter wear for kids. Early in December, Tulsa’s News On 6 website provides a list of local drop-off points. Additionally, you can hold a coat drive of your own to boost donations. Watch for details on the website, and follow the links to a simple way to help kids around the holidays. Be a volunteer at the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.

Toys for Tots

(918) 279-3820 www.toysfortots.org

Since 1991, the United States Marine Corps has carried out a special mission each Christmas: to bring Christmas joy to less fortunate children in the form of an unwrapped toy. Of course, the local donation spots will pop up for those unwrapped toys, but there are a number of ways to donate money, time and resources – even your old car! For local donation initiatives, visit www.broken-arrow-ok. toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lcosites/default.aspx.

Adopt an angel from The Salvation Army's Angel Tree.

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Blue Star Mothers

(918) 599-9988 www.okbluestarmothers.org

While the Marines make sure the kids have what they need for a Merry Christmas, Blue Star Mothers makes sure the troops have what they need. From a list of names, they send Freedom Boxes to our troops serving abroad. On the website, you can see a comprehensive list of items to donate, but they especially need monetary donations for the $17.35 shipping required for each box. For the Christmas stockings sent abroad, they particularly like to send Tic Tacs, individual serving-size peanuts and black socks. Check the website for the full list, drop off locations and online donation.

Put It in Writing

www.operationgratitude.com/ express-your-thanks/write-letters

Operation Gratitude is another organization devoted to thanking our troops for their service, and they offer a unique volunteer opportunity you can do from the comfort of home. Each care package comes with a bundle of letters from citizens. If you like to write, they provide the who, what and when instructions on the website, including a downloadable guide.

Serve at the Gate

(918) 359-9001 www.irongatetulsa.org/volunteer

Feeding Tulsa’s hungry for 40 years, Iron Gate offers several ways to help out. With a traditional soup kitchen open every day of the year, you can serve food there, help in the grocery pantry or assemble kids’ packs. They also need administrative help like answering phones or entering data. It’s easy to apply, and the volunteer form is online.

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Light Up the Night

(918) 280-9640 www.citylightsok.org/night-light-tulsa

Under the bridge at Maybelle and Brady, Night Light Tulsa sets up to give back. Every Thursday, they feed, clothe and provide essentials along with fellowship to members of Tulsa’s homeless community. This is an ongoing opportunity, and what better time to jump in than the holidays? Visit the website for important instructions and considerations.

Stock the Pantry

(918) 585-2800 www.okfoodbank.org/volunteer

This time of year, food banks get an influx of donations. You can always drop off some non-perishable items, but they really need volunteers to sort and package. From independent organizations to churches that keep a pantry stocked all year for community needs, there are various ways to help. The Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, with locations in Tulsa and McAlester, always needs and welcomes help!

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Be an Angel

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Medical Stafﬁng & Home Care Specialists

Each year at Woodland Hills Mall and various other sites around town and beyond, Christmas trees go up decorated with little angel tags. Each carries the name and wish list of a child, elder or special needs adult. It’s a “wants and needs” list, giving you the opportunity to provide those fun things we all want at the holidays, as well as the essentials someone needs for the winter and beyond.

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Not literally! Each year, the Tulsa County Bar Foundation’s Community Outreach Committee hosts “Santa Brings a Lawsuit,” taking donations of new or gently used business wear. The duds collected go to local organizations to help those in recovery suit up for job interviews or the workplace. In addition, they collect formal wear to provide prom attire to local students in need. Call for more information or if you need to arrange pickup.

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LIFE provides an array of services to thousands of seniors and caregivers each year. Volunteers not only enhance LIFE’s programs and the lives of those it serves, but many of LIFE’s services simply would not exist without the commitment and support of its amazing volunteers. Opportunities are varied, including yard work, clerical support, arts and crafts, tax assistance and more. During holiday months, LIFE provides stockings and gifts for low-income seniors in its case management program. Shoppers and delivery persons are needed to help with the Holiday Project. There are so many opportunities that the list could go on forever. If none of these options seems to fit with your abilities or pocketbook, check with a local church or volunteer organization like RSVP Tulsa to point you in the right direction. Whether you choose to donate money or materials, volunteer your time and talents, or show for a shift, every gift you give makes a world of difference.

If you find yourself needing assistance this holiday season or beyond, contact Tulsa's social services helpline by dialing 2-1-1 or LIFE Senior Services’ SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000 to be connected to resources that can help.

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Turkey Tetrazzini

Submitted by Rickye Wilson Serves 8 Ingredients: • 1¼ cups spaghetti, broken in 2-inch pieces, cooked (measurement is for uncooked spaghetti) • 1¼ cups cooked turkey, cut in pieces • ¼ cup pimentos, diced • ¼ cup green bell pepper, diced • ¼ cup onion, chopped • 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup • ½ cup turkey broth • 1¼ cups grated cheddar cheese, saving ½ cup for topping • Salt, pepper and garlic powder Instructions: • Mix all ingredients (except cheese for topping) in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt, pepper and garlic powder. • Place in large casserole dish and top with remaining cheese. • Bake at 350°F for 30 to 45 minutes. • Cover with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.

New Life for

Holiday Leftovers

Ham and Cheese Stromboli From Mr. Food Test Kitchen Serves 4

The feasts have come to an end, but the leftovers haven’t. If you’re up to your eyeballs in holiday leftovers, consider freezing some and putting new life into the rest.

Ingredients: • 1 (11-ounce) can refrigerated pizza dough • 6 ounces diced ham (about 1¼ cups) • 1 cup baby spinach leaves • 1½ cups shredded Italian cheese blend • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning • Cooking spray • Warmed jarred marinara sauce Instructions: • Coat baking sheet with cooking spray. Unroll pizza dough on sheet, and cut into 4 rectangles. • Sprinkle rectangles with ham, spinach, cheese and seasoning. Roll up dough jellyroll fashion starting at short side of each rectangle. Pinch seams to seal. Arrange on baking sheet, and coat tops with cooking spray. • Bake at 425°F for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with marinara sauce.

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Banana Cranberry Bread

From All Recipes Serves 24

Ingredients: • 2 ½ cups white sugar • 1 cup shortening • 3 eggs • 3 bananas, mashed • 1 cup cranberry sauce • ½ cup milk • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 4 cups all-purpose flour • 1½ teaspoons baking soda • 1½ teaspoons baking powder • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg • ½ cup walnuts, chopped Instructions: • Lightly grease two 9x5 loaf pans. • In large bowl, cream together sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, and mix in bananas, cranberry sauce, milk and vanilla. • In separate bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and nutmeg. Gradually blend flour mixture into the banana mixture. Fold in walnuts. Pour into loaf pans. • Bake at 350°F for 50 to 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn on wire rack to cool completely.

Tex-Mex Turkey Soup From All Recipes Serves 6 Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon olive oil • ½ cup onion, diced • 3 gloves garlic, minced • 2 teaspoons chili powder • ½ teaspoon cumin • ½ teaspoon oregano • 4 cups water • 1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed tomato soup • 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes

• 1 cup salsa • 4 cups cooked turkey, shredded • 1 tablespoon dried parsley • 3 chicken bouillon cubes • 1 (14-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained • 2 cups frozen corn • ½ cup sour cream • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions: • Heat olive oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until onion softens, about 4 minutes. • Add garlic, chili powder, cumin and oregano, and cook, stirring for 1 minute. • Stir in water, tomato soup, diced tomatoes, salsa, shredded turkey, parsley and bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until bouillon cubes dissolve. Add black beans, corn, sour cream and cilantro. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. • Serve soup with crushed tortilla chips, chopped green onion, shredded cheese, additional cilantro and sour cream.

Crispy Mashed Potatoes & Stuffing Patties

From Taste of Home Serves 12 Ingredients: • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten • 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped • ¼ teaspoon pepper • 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes • 2 cups leftover cooked turkey, chopped • 2 cups leftover stuffing • 2 tablespoons butter • 2 tablespoons canola oil

Instructions: • In large bowl, whisk eggs, onion and pepper. Stir in potatoes, turkey and stuffing. • In large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop mixture by ½ cupfuls into skillet. Press to flatten slightly. Fry on each side until golden brown (about 4 to 5 minutes). Drain on paper towels. New Life for Holiday Leftovers continued on page 28

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Roasted Garlic Bread Croutons

From Babble Serves 3-4

Ingredients: • ½ loaf of bread or equivalent dinner rolls, cut into 10-14 jumbo cubes • ¼ cup olive oil • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes • Dash of garlic power • Pinch of salt Instructions: • Toss all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl until covered. • Bake in an even layer on a tray for 12 to 20 minutes at 350°F or until your desired texture and crispiness. • Serve over a salad when croutons are still warm.

STUFFING AND EGG CUPS From Babble Ingredients: • Stuffing • Eggs • Scallions, chopped • Salt and pepper

Instructions: • Spray or oil a cupcake pan. • Press stuffing into cups about ¾ of the way full. • Indent the middles and build up the sides to make room for the egg. • Crack an egg in the middle of each cup.

• Bake for 6 to 8 minutes at 400°F or until egg is done to your liking. • Sprinkle with chopped scallion, salt and pepper and serve for a hearty breakfast snack.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS LIFE’s Adult Day Health provides a safe, secure daytime home where older adults receive top quality care and enjoy the company of others while caregivers work, run errands or take some time for themselves.

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RESOLVE TO DISCOVER LIFE in 2019

LIFE Senior Services is northeast Oklahoma’s premier aging services organization specializing in home and community-based services that promote healthy aging and aging in place for seniors, as well as services and support for family caregivers. • • • • •

Adult Day Health LIFE PACE Vintage Housing Caregiver Support Services Community and Professional Education • Independent Care and ADvantage Case Management

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Resolve to make small, daily changes such as taking the stairs, dancing, walking around the house or playing with your grandkids. Taking these little steps makes a big difference.

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It’s the start of a shiny new year! As soon as the champagne glasses have clinked and the confetti has been tossed, many of us will start making resolutions. We promise ourselves that this is the year we will lose weight, eat healthy and get in shape.

hen February comes and most of us have fallen off the wagon and back into our old habits. But New Year isn’t meant to be a time for sweeping changes in our character and behaviors. Rather, this is a time to reflect on last year and make positive changes for the year to come. “Setting small, attainable goals throughout the year, instead of a singular, overwhelming goal on January 1 can help you reach whatever it is you strive for,” says psychologist Lynn Bufka, Ph.D. “Remember, it is not the extent of the change that matters, but rather the act of recognizing that lifestyle change is important and working toward it – one step at a time.” Experts recommend looking past the big, obvious resolutions and setting realistic goals that you can work on throughout the year. These resolutions may seem smaller, but actually have a bigger impact on your health and well-being. “The best resolutions are elastic – they cannot be broken with a single act,” says David Wolpe, the Max Webb Senior Rabbi of Sinai Temple in Los Angeles. “If you swear never to touch red meat, one burger ruins the resolution. If, on the other hand, you pledge to eat healthier food, each day you have a chance to fulfill the resolution anew.” This year, skip the fad diets and fancy workouts. Instead of numbers on the scale or hours in the gym, focus on habits that will enhance your well-being physically, emotionally and spiritually. Here are 9 ideas to get you going and take you through the year.

1. Resolution: Feed your mind and body. Scientists have discovered an important link between gut health and mental health. According to Ronit Levy, Psy.D., clinical director of the Bucks County Anxiety Center in Newtown, Pennsylvania, 90 percent of serotonin – a key chemical that plays a role in mood, appetite and sleep – is produced in the gut. Reducing inflammation in the digestive tract can help your body produce more serotonin. Resolve to cut back on processed foods and eat more fruits and vegetables. Start with cooking just one more meal a week than you do now. “The best way to do this is to cook more meals at home with unprocessed foods, which also decreases your sodium, sugar and calorie intake,” says Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, medical director of the Bariatric Medical Institute and an assistant professor of family medicine at the University of Ottawa in Ontario. “If you focus on cooking more with fresh whole ingredients, that will lead to an increase in fruits and vegetables.” 2. Resolution: Get 30 minutes of physical activity every day. Getting the recommended 30 minutes of exercise each day can be as simple as taking a walk – or three 10 minute walks. Moderate exercise is not only good for your heart, it’s a great moodbooster and is one of the quickest ways to relieve stress. “Exercise increases blood flow in the brain,” explains Levy. “And that boosts both production and availability of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. The more neurotransmitters we have, the better we feel.”

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“Physical activity is almost magical in its ability to improve quality of life,” says Freedhoff. “If you can only do one thing in terms of improving your diet or fitness, I’d improve fitness first.” But don’t get discouraged if you slip up. We all get busy, injured or ill. “You’ll have good weeks and bad weeks,” says Freedhoff. “Do as much as often as you can enjoy. Some is good, more is better, everything counts.” 3. Resolution: Get enough sleep. Sleep is essential to good health. It impacts your immune system, hormones, appetite, weight, energy, concentration, temper, mood – even your life expectancy. And yet, over one-third of Americans don’t get enough sleep. The National Sleep Foundation recommends we aim for seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Sleep deprivation can make us irritable, depressed and anxious. “People who have impaired sleep or insomnia symptoms are significantly more likely to develop clinical depression,” says Dr. Britney Blair, a licensed clinical psychologist and adjunct clinical faculty at Stanford University. Resolve to start winding down 30 minutes before bedtime and chill out – literally. According to Johns Hopkins sleep expert Rachel Salas, M.D., turning your thermostat down to 68 degrees or lower before bedtime can help you sleep better. And if you’re still feeling tired or having disrupted sleep, find out if you have a sleep disorder and treat it if you do. 4. Resolution: Nurture your relationships. Human beings are social creatures. Our need for attachment begins when we’re babies and never goes away. “Our attachment to others is core to who we are as human beings,” says Blair. “We are biologically hard-wired to attach to one another. Fostering loving, connected attachments and close relationships is the single most important thing you can do for happiness.” Resolve to nurture your personal relationships. Add a weekly lunch with a friend. Go to the theater or movies once a week. Join a bridge group or pickleball team at one of LIFE’s Senior Centers. And put down the cell phone. “Texting is easier than talking – it gives you intimacy without danger,” says Rabbi Wolfe. “This year, resolve to spend more time looking into someone’s eyes when you communicate with them. Replace an extended exchange on text with a meeting for coffee. Make a promise of presence.” www.LIFEseniorservices.org

5. Resolution: Adopt an attitude of gratitude. We’ve all been told to count our blessings, but this year resolve to take time out of each day to do just that. Take a few moments at the beginning or end of each day to reflect on what you’re grateful for. It’s a great way to shift your focus from the stresses of the day. “Reminding ourselves of the small, everyday positive aspects of our lives helps to develop a sense of balance and perspective that can enhance wellbeing,” says Johns Hopkins psychiatrist Susan Lehmann, M.D. 6. Resolution: Make – and go to – annual primary care appointments. Seeing your doctor each year to monitor things like your blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, and more, gives you a big-picture view of how your health is doing and any potential areas of improvement. And while you’re at the doctor’s office… 7. Resolution: Get vaccinated. Vaccines can save lives. Each year between 12,000 and 56,000 adults die from the flu in the U.S. It kills older people usually as a result of complications like pneumonia, cardiac arrest, encephalitis or even hemorrhaging. Resolve to keep up with and follow the recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding adult immunizations. 8. Resolution: Set clear priorities. If you want to avoid unnecessary stress this year, think about what’s important to you. Then, make sure your priorities are aligned to your values. That may mean saying “no” to some people, activities and events. “Working toward things that don’t matter to you or take away from your ability to do things that do matter can set you up to experience stress, conflict, anxiety and even depression,” says Levy. Resolve to make decisions based on your priorities and remember – when you say “yes” to others, make sure you are not saying “no” to yourself.

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9. R esolution: Embrace mindfulness, and live in the now. Perhaps this is the most important resolution you can make because mindfulness can help you achieve your other resolutions. Science has shown the benefits of mindfulness not only improve well-being, mental and physical health, enhance sleep and reduce stress, but can raise our level of happiness as well.

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“To achieve anything, we need to be aware,” says Jenn Bennett, Ph.D., a performance psychologist who specializes in the mind-body connection. “Only with awareness can we effectively manage our thoughts, feelings and behaviors to consciously move toward our goals. The simple act of being present with what you are doing can soon become a way of being.” Resolve to listen closer, breathe deeper and be more present with yourself and others this year. Make 2019 the year you resolve to add one or two small, positive daily habits to your routine. By the end of the year, you just may be surprised by how many resolutions you actually kept and how much better you feel. by Karen Szabo

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HEALTHY AGING

The holidays often offer opportunities for gatherings that include social alcohol drinking. Research reveals that those who partake may be helping themselves when that consumption is done within social groups and in moderate amounts.

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ccording to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020, from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture, moderate drinking is up to one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) says adults age 65 and older who are healthy and do not take medications should not have more than three drinks on any given day or seven drinks in a week. Drinking more than these amounts puts people at risk of serious alcohol-related problems. NIAAA research shows that only about 2 in 100 people who drink within these limits have Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). If you have a health problem or take certain medications, you may need to drink less or not at all. Certain health problems that are common in older adults may be exacerbated by alcohol consumption. These health problems include: • Diabetes • High blood pressure • Congestive heart failure • Liver problems • Osteoporosis • Memory problems • Mood disorders

Bad interactions can occur with prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as some herbal remedies. These interactions can be dangerous or even deadly when mixed with alcohol. Some of these medications include: • Aspirin or acetaminophen • Cold and allergy medicine • Cough syrup • Sleeping pills • Pain medication • Anxiety or depression medicine • Some antibiotics Women face higher risks than men because women typically weigh less than men and have less water (where alcohol stays) in their bodies. Therefore, women typically start to have alcoholrelated problems after fewer drinks than men do. Health risks for both men and women can include: • Liver damage • Heart disease • Cancers of the mouth, esophagus, pharynx, larynx, liver and breast Older persons who are not moderate drinkers may notice that the effects of alcohol are felt more quickly than when they were younger. This puts older adults at higher risks for falls, car crashes and

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other unintentional injuries that may result from drinking. While some people have been heavy drinkers for many years, others may develop a problem later in life. Over time the same amount of alcohol can create major issues. Sometimes this is a result of major life changes like death of a loved one or close friend, a move to a new home or failing health. These kinds of changes can cause loneliness, boredom, anxiety or depression. In fact, depression in older adults is often related to drinking excessively. But not everyone who drinks daily has a drinking problem. And, not all problem drinkers have to drink every day. You might want to get help if you or a loved one hides or lies about drinking, has more than seven drinks a week or more than two drinks in one day, or gets hurt or harms others when drinking. And not all alcohol intake is detrimental. Alzheimer’s research has demonstrated that certain lifestyle behaviors boost the brain’s selfcleaning, or glymphatic, system, which clears out amyloid protein that clumps together and prevents brain cells from communicating with each other. These researchers have discovered that a combination of increasing one’s heart rate through exercise, getting enough sleep each night and drinking small quantities of wine each day can help boost the brain’s ability to clean itself and protect against the buildup of toxic proteins (called amyloid-beta plaques) in the brain. The vast majority of well-done prospective studies indicate that, in comparison with nondrinkers, moderate, non-binge-drinking older adults have lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. The study further shows that, in terms of the risk of dementia as well as cardiovascular disease, middle-aged and older individuals who are consuming alcohol moderately and without binge drinking should not be advised to stop drinking. In several analyses, wine consumption was associated with more favorable effects than those of other beverages. So if you are an occasional imbiber and don’t drink in excess, you can feel comfortable enjoying a toast to the season with your friends and family. Just don’t overdo it. And remember, it’s important to have a designated driver if you have to travel after a party where alcohol was served. by Karen J. O’Brien

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comprehensive stroke program is unmatched in northeast Oklahoma. The hospital is also known for its specialized women’s care, as well as innovative approaches to surgery and primary care. One of the physicians shared his pride that Hillcrest Medical Center is able to attract highly qualified specialty physicians from the best training programs in the country. By pairing those physicians with the nurses and staff at Hillcrest and giving them access to the latest in modern medical technology, the venerable institution is showing no signs of giving up its position as a healthcare innovator as it enters its second 100 years. Ron Earley

LIFE Senior Services’ Holiday Cards Every year, LIFE Senior Services creates its own holiday cards. We turn to older adults in LIFE’s programs and Vintage Housing communities for help designing the cards by asking for artistic submissions for the card’s cover. This year, we received two designs that stole our hearts and made it impossible to pick a favorite. So, we printed two versions of the holiday card and used both designs! We want to offer special thanks to the artists whose artwork graces our 2018 cards. Ron Earley, 68, is a former ballet dancer who currently attends LIFE’s Adult Day Health program. Earley, who had a stroke in 2005 and was later diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, enjoys channeling his creative side into painting. He is quick to say he is a blessed man and feels especially grateful for his wife Susan. He is also excited about becoming a grandfather for the second time in February. Mary Jobe, 83, has been painting for more than 50 years. She enjoys working with watercolors as well as oils, pastels and Prismacolors. She said she has always been interested in art, but began painting seriously while raising her three kids. She has enjoyed success and had some of her pieces displayed in various art galleries. Today, Jobe shares her love of art with fellow members of LIFE Senior Center at East Side where she teaches a weekly sketching class.

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Celebrating 100 Years of Service at Hillcrest Medical Center This year marks the 100th anniversary of Hillcrest Medical Center. As the year comes to a close, it seems fitting that Hillcrest is not only looking back on a legacy of service to the communities it serves, but also looking forward to the next 100 years. In a video commemorating the anniversary, members of the Hillcrest team share their pride in providing an environment of hope, health and healing and reflect on the sense of camaraderie that permeates the facility. It’s an exciting time for the hospital, which has grown into an eight-hospital healthcare system with more than 55 health clinics. Hillcrest was founded in 1918 by a nurse named Dolly Brown McNulty. She was traveling westward across the country on a WWI troop train. When she arrived in Tulsa and learned how the community was struggling to cope with the nationwide 1918 flu epidemic, she decided to do something about the lack of available care. She started Morningside Hospital in downtown Tulsa. Over time, Morningside moved to its current location at 11th Street and Utica Avenue and changed its name to Hillcrest Medical Center. Many of the hospital’s physicians and leaders featured in the 100th anniversary video shared pride in the fact that Hillcrest is still growing and evolving to take advantage of the latest technology and medical breakthroughs. They pointed out that the hospital is home to a nationally recognized burn center – one of only two such facilities in Oklahoma. The cardiovascular program is now a premier regional center for heart health, and the

Depression Screenings Important to Overall Health The holidays can be an exciting time of year, but for some people they are anything but joyful. Shorter days, colder weather or life changes can increase the likelihood of depression. It is estimated that more than 16 million adults have experienced at least one major depressive episode in the last year. “There is still a lot of shame attached to depression and other mental health problems,” says Debbie Wade, behavioral health counselor at St. John Health System. “However, individuals experiencing symptoms of depression are not alone, and healthcare providers are an excellent first line of defense before conditions worsen.” Wade says depression can be masked by physical symptoms and easy to dismiss. These include loss of energy, loss of appetite, body aches and excessive sleep or being unable to sleep. “If we don’t consider depression as a possible underlying cause, we end up treating the physical systems and don’t address the core issue,” Wade says. She recommends asking your primary care physician about the PHQ-9 depression screening. The nine-item self-reporting questionnaire takes just two or three minutes to complete during a physician visit. Questions ask the patient to reflect on their feelings over the past two weeks. It is not a definite diagnosis, but is a useful tool to identify how many depressive symptoms a patient has had recently. “If the holidays are getting you down, consider trying some new activities, creating new memories and leaning on your support system of friends, family – even healthcare providers – when things feel tough,” concludes Wade.

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Noteworthy Make Plans to Celebrate LIFE!

Events to Inspire, Educate and Motivate!

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In just a few short months, LIFE Senior Services will proudly introduce Celebrate LIFE 2019, formerly Puttin’ on the Dog. In an effort to reinvigorate our annual gala fundraising event, we are partnering with some special co-chairs – Keven and Melanie Burdick and Scott and Laura Shepherd – and mixing things up. Besides changing the event name, the March 7, 2019, Celebrate LIFE event will include fun and exciting new activities, decorations, entertainment and so much more! This premier event fuels LIFE’s mission of promoting and preserving independence for seniors today – tomorrow – always. Individual tickets are $150 each, and sponsorships are available. For more information, visit our website at www.LIFEseniorservices.org.

Meet the Author The Tulsa Library Trust’s 2018 Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award goes to author Dame Hilary Mantel. On Saturday, December 8, area readers will get a chance to meet the author and get their copies of her books signed. Mantel will do a free public presentation Saturday starting at 10:30 a.m. The Peggy V. Helmerich Author Award recognizes an author for a distinguished body of work. Past winners have included John Grisham (2005), Joyce Carol Oats (2002), Dr. John Hope Franklin (1997), Neil Simon (1996) Toni Morrison (1988) and Larry McMurtry (1986). Mantel is a British writer who studied as a lawyer and worked as a social worker with stints in Botswana and Saudi Arabia. She writes in a variety of genres, including historical fiction, drama, nonfiction, poetry and short stories. She is known for her bestselling “Wolf Hall” and “Bring Up the Bodies,” and is currently working on the final book in the Thomas Cromwell trilogy. “The Mirror and the Light” is expected to be published in 2019. The free author presentation and book signing takes places at the Central Library, 400 Civic Center, 400 Civic Center, in downtown Tulsa. 36

Films stars Rachel Weisz, Emma Stone and Olivia Colman. • “Mary, Queen of Scots” (opens December 21) stars Margot Robbie in a feature on Mary Stuart’s attempt to overthrow her cousin Elizabeth I, Queen of England. The Circle Cinema is located at 10 S. Lewis Ave. in Tulsa. Call (918) 592-3456 for show times or visit www.circlecinema.com. Monday is free popcorn day for Circle Cinema members. Ticket prices vary.

Over the years, a number of people have fallen in love with the offerings available only at Circle Cinema. In addition to monthly presentations of movies from the silent era with live accompaniment by Bill Rowland on the cinema’s 1928 pipe organ, the Circle Cinema hosts special viewing for movies of local interest and Tulsa favorites as well as movies you won’t see on big screens anywhere else in town. Special events for December include: • “Antony and Cleopatra” (December 6 at 6 p.m.) presented by National Theatre Live. Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo play Shakespeare’s ill-fated couple in this tragedy of politics, passion and power. Pre-show begins at 5:45 p.m. with Theatre Tulsa’s Nick Cains hosting trivia and giving out prizes. • “Maria by Callas” (opens December 7) features an intimate look at the life and work of the Greek-American opera singer as told in her own words. • “Oliver Twist” (December 8 at 11 a.m.) presented by Second Saturday Silents. Charles Dicken’s classic about a young orphan ( Jackie Coogan) enduring trials and tribulations before finding someone to love and care for him. Stars Lon Chaney. • “ White Christmas” (opens December 14) is a Tulsa Circle Cinema Tradition with Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney. Sing-along versions are at 7 p.m. on December 14 and 2 p.m. on December 15. • “At Eternity’s Gate” (opens December 14) explores the life of painter Vincent van Gogh during the time he lived in Arles and Auvers-sur-Oise, France. The film stars Willem Dafoe and Oscar Isaac. • “The Favorite” (opens December 14) explores the politics and power struggles when a frail Queen Anne is on the throne.

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Southern Gospel Worship Gathering Once a month, The Assembly in Broken Arrow hosts a gospel worship service for gospel music fans from all churches. The gatherings are hosted by Peter Enns and Ted Robertson. Special performers during the December 1 Southern Gospel Worship Gathering include: •M ark Chapman (part of the original Good Word Worship Singers in 2004) • Three Bridges • Blackwood Brothers Quartet The December program is Saturday, December 1 at 6 p.m. Concerts are held at the church’s southern location at 3500 W. New Orleans St. in Broken Arrow. Church groups can call (918) 298-0606 to arrange group seating.

A Winter Rose Christmas This holiday season, the Broken Arrow Community Playhouse embarks on a new adventure with the creation of “A Winter Rose Christmas.” The production showcases talented young dancers, musicians, vocalists and actors from Broken Arrow. The youth and children will sing and dance to favorite holiday tunes. There will also be storytelling, skits, audience singalongs and a visit from Santa. Performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday evenings, with 2 p.m. matinees on Sundays from December 7 through 16. The show is a perfect way for Broken Arrow to celebrate its talented young performers while enjoying the wonders of the season. Tickets are $18 for the main auditorium or $13 for balcony seats. The Broken Arrow Playhouse is in Broken Arrow’s Rose District, 1800 S. Main St., Broken Arrow. For more information, call (918) 258-0077 or visit www.bacptheatre@aol.com.

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LIFE Senior Services Tax Assistance Program is looking for people to help others in the community by becoming a volunteer with the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Program at LIFE Senior Services. Volunteer roles range from basic office support to assisting low or moderately low income seniors age 60 and older file their taxes for free. All volunteers receive training. For more information, call Robbie at (918) 664-9000. LIFE Senior Services and LIFE’s Vintage Housing need a volunteer to bring food deliveries from the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, 1304 N. Kenosha Ave., Tulsa, to Cornerstone Village, 1045 N. Yale Ave., Tulsa. The volunteer would help the first and third Monday of every month from 8:45 to 11 a.m. The volunteer would be required to lift potato and onion bags (and other items), organize produce and help seniors back to their apartments with groceries. Training is provided. For more information, contact Channing Rutherford at (918) 664-9000. Laureate Psychiatric Clinic and Hospital is recruiting volunteers for several positions. For more information, contact Susan Jennemann at (918) 491-3778. Current openings include: • Front Desk – Outpatient Clinic: Greet patients and visitors and direct them to the proper waiting and admission area and assist staff as needed. Front desk volunteers work one four-hour shift per week, either 8 a.m. to noon or noon to 4 p.m., weekdays. • Inpatient Units: Volunteers for the inpatient units have the opportunity to plan and lead patient activities such as arts and crafts, games, puzzles, reading, music or other activities. Volunteers typically work one fourhour shift per week, either 8 a.m. to noon or noon to 4 p.m., weekdays. However, if the volunteer is available, they are welcome to work more than one shift a week or stay and visit with patients during dinner. • Eating Disorders Program: One week a month (usually the second week) a catered luncheon is served to family members of patients in the program. Volunteers are needed Wednesdays, Thursdays and/or Fridays to help set up, serve and clean up after the luncheon. • Visitor Check-In: Volunteers check in all visitors for patients in the adult psychiatric unit. The check-in process involves verifying and ensuring that visitors are allowed and overseeing completion of any necessary forms or confidentiality paperwork. Hours are typically during the afternoon or weekend. Tulsa Historical Society and Museum has volunteer opportunities available. Possibilities include greeting visitors at the information desk, serving as docents for museum tours (adult and student) and presenting historical programs to Tulsa area entities, including schools. The volunteer group has optional bi-monthly meetings, which can include lectures, field trips and other learning opportunities. Training is provided, and the time commitment depends on your availability and area of interest. For more information, call the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum at (918) 712-9484.

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Tulsa Educare’s “Talking is Teaching Community Event” is held monthly to promote the importance of talking, reading and singing to your child from birth. It is designed for families with children between birth and 5 years. Volunteers are needed to greet families and help them sign in, help with reading, if interested, and assist with the food line. The December 6 event will be held from 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. at Tulsa Educare Hawthorne, 3420 N. Peoria Ave. Volunteers get to enjoy the free meal and receive a $25 gift card for helping. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org. The Salvation Army currently needs volunteer red kettle money counters. Volunteers will be counting money dropped into one of the iconic Christmas kettles. Bring a friend and come help out in a secured area anytime between 9 a.m. and noon. Counting will take place at 924 S. Hudson Ave. through December 24. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org. Grace Hospice is gathering a group of volunteers who want to have fun while helping with alphabetizing, laminating, hole punching, copying, etc. Volunteers can work in groups, so you can volunteer with a friend or meet new friends. The location is at 62nd Street and Lewis Avenue, and volunteers can work any time Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Volunteers are welcome even if they can only come in for an hour or two. Grace Hospice is also looking for someone who can work from noon to 1 p.m., one or two times a week, to help cover the front desk, greet visitors and answer phones. This position will include training from the receptionist. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org. Wagoner Community Hospital is seeking volunteers who want to work at the hospital this summer. Volunteers are needed for the information desk and to work in the gift shop. For more information, call Diana at (918) 485-8992. Meals on Wheels “Safe at Home” program needs volunteers to help provide a safe and secure environment for home-bound Meals on Wheels recipients. Aging-at-home is more cost effective and provides a better quality of life than the alternatives, but some older adults need help with basic household upkeep. Safe at Home volunteers may work alone or as part of a team tackling such home projects as installing a smoke detector, painting house numbers on curb, replacing light bulbs, installing grab bars, replacing or adding locks, yard maintenance and exterior painting. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org. The Coffee Bunker is preparing for the holidays. If you are interested in helping with Christmas or New Year’s Day, we have the perfect opportunity for you. If you prefer to engage with veterans more often, there are opportunities for that as well. Exciting and rewarding volunteer opportunities are available Monday through Saturday. For more information, contact Joni at (918) 637-3878 or joni@coffeebunker.org.

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CALENDAR Festivals Events Will Rogers Country Christmas

December 1 • 5 – 9 p.m. • Free Will Rogers Birthday Ranch 9501 E. 380 Rd. • Oologah (918) 906-7258 • www.willrogers.com Cascia’s Christmas Walk

Tour 4 decorated homes, shop & eat brunch with Santa December 2 • 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tour $15 advance • $20 at door (includes transportation) Santa Brunch $12 (advance RSVP) Cascia Hall • 2520 S. Yorktown Ave. • Tulsa www.casciahall.com/walk Christmas at the Castle

Drive-thru open nightly; shops, concessions & activities open weekends Friday, Saturday & Sunday Through December 31 5:30 – 10 p.m. • Free Castle of Muskogee 3400 W. Fern Mtn. Rd. • Muskogee (918) 687-3625 Garden of Lights

Through New Year’s • 6 – 10 p.m. $5 a car/$10 a bus 1400 Honor Heights Dr. • Muskogee (918) 684-6302 Philbrook Festival

Holiday decorations & concessions Friday nights through December 31 Starts at 6 p.m. • $15 adult Philbrook Museum 2727 S. Rockford Rd. • Tulsa (918) 749-7941 Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights

Live entertainment, Santa & concessions Friday, Saturday & Sunday Through December 23 • 5 – 9 p.m. $6 adult 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd. • Bartlesville (918) 336-0307 Tulsa Holiday Market Benefiting Junior League of Tulsa

Shopping, Santa photos, cookies & raffle December 7 – 8 • 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. December 9 • 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. • $5 Union Multipurpose Activity Center 6836 S. Mingo Rd. • Tulsa (918) 663-6100

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Tulsa Audubon Society’s fundraiser with paintings, mosaics, baskets, silent auction & concessions December 7 • Noon – 7 p.m. December 8 • 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free Tulsa Garden Center 2535 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa (918) 608-9607 Broken Arrow Community Book Fair

Half-price sale December 14 & 15 December 7 & 8 • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Free The Book Pantry 201 W. Houston St. • Broken Arrow (918) 251-7781 West Bend Winterland

Shopping, ice skating, live reindeer & concessions December 7 – 22 • Hours vary • Free Claremore Expo Center 400 Veterans Pkwy. • Claremore (918) 342-5357 Tulsa Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker

December 8 – 23 • 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. • $25+ Tulsa Performing Arts Center 110 E. 2nd St. • Tulsa (918) 749-6030 • (918) 596-7111 Tulsa Christmas Parade

December 8 • 1 – 3 p.m. • Free Downtown Tulsa (start 7th St. & Boston Ave.) • Tulsa (918) 732-9403 Broadmoor Retirement Community Christmas Dance Party

Ken Ackley & David Horne jazz duo December 11 • 6:15 p.m. • Free Broadmoor Retirement Community 8205 E. 22nd St. • Tulsa (918) 622-2151 • RSVP Christmas with Brian Nhira & Friends from “The Voice”

December 22 • 7 – 9:30 p.m. • $25+ Tulsa Community College VanTrease PACE 10300 E. 81st St. • Tulsa (918) 595-7777 Broadmoor Choir Presents I Love CHRISTmas Sing Along

December 22 • 2 p.m. • Free Broadmoor Retirement Community 8205 E. 22nd St. • Tulsa (918) 622-2151 • RSVP

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Friday Night Opry

Branson style show, featuring classic country & gospel music Fridays • 6:45 – 9 p.m. • $6 St. Marks Methodist Church, Activity Bldg. 10513 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 258-1072

LOUD for LIFE

Parkinson’s voice maintenance class Tuesdays • Noon – 1 p.m. • Free Swallowing & Neurological Rehabilitation, Inc. 2121 S. Columbia Ave. • Tulsa (918) 928-4700 • www.tulsasnr.com

Classes, Meetings Support Groups LIFE’s Caregiver Support Groups Seminars “Paper & Roses”

Story about Christmas during the Depression December 4 • 6:15 p.m. • Free Broadmoor Retirement Community 8205 E. 22nd St. • Tulsa (918) 622-2151 • RSVP Grief Workshop: Tinsel & Tears

December 6 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • $10 The Grief Center 2502 E. 71st St. • Tulsa (918) 587-1200 • www.thegriefcenter.org Book Club

Everyone welcome December 6 • 10 a.m. • Free 5400 South Apartments 4700 E. 54th St. • Tulsa (918) 496-9270 Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP)

Offered by Ability Resources Preview December 14 • 11 a.m. • Free Classes January 4 – February 15 10:30 a.m. • Free Woodland Manor • 8641 E. 61st St. • Tulsa (918) 592-1235 • RSVP requested Weight Loss Surgery Information Seminar

December 18 • 6 – 8 p.m. • Free Mary K. Chapman Health Plaza 1819 E. 19th St. • Tulsa (918) 744-0123 • RSVP requested www.stjohnweightmanagment.com Art Focus

For individuals with early stage Alzheimer’s & their caregivers December 18 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free Philbrook Museum Villa 2727 S. Rockford Rd. • Tulsa (918) 748-5325 Chronologically Gifted

Monthly events for active seniors December 19 • 11 a.m. • $6.50 lunch Incredible Pizza, Family Room 8314 E. 71st St. • Tulsa (918) 437-7470 • RSVP required mfourroux@sbcglobal.net

Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline • (800) 272-3900 LIFE Senior Services • (918) 664-9000 Respite provided • Free LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Broken Arrow December 13 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Central December 6 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free December 20 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa LIFE’s Adult Day Health at North December 18 • 4 – 5 p.m. • Free 902 E. Pine St. • Tulsa Tulsa Area Alzheimer’s Men’s Support Group

December 7 • 1:30 p.m. • Free University Village, Conference Room 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 663-9144 Oklahoma Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

December 11 • 1 – 2:30 p.m. • Free Claremore Community Center 2301 N. Sioux Ave. • Claremore (918) 857-1356 Girls Day Out

Holiday meeting of Alzheimer’s support group December 12 • 11 a.m. • Pay for own lunch Los Cabos • 9455 N. Owasso Expy. • Owasso (918) 376-4810 • bbullard@oxfordseniorliving.com • RSVP OK Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

December 13 • 6 – 7 p.m. • Free Jane Phillips Medical Center 3500 Frank Phillips Blvd. • Bartlesville (918) 766-2996 Stroke Support Group

December 13 • 3:30 – 5 p.m. • Free Helmerich Women’s Center, Classroom 1 Hillcrest Medical Center 1120 S. Utica Ave. • Tulsa (918) 579-7174

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Saint Francis COPD Support Group

December 13 & 27 • 11 a.m. – Noon • Free Saint Francis Pulmonary Rehabilitation, William Bldg. 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 550 • Tulsa (918) 502-4050 OK Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

December 14 • 10 a.m. • Free Broken Arrow Senior Center 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 258-7033 • (918) 798-1495 Caregiving Coffee & Conversation

Sponsored by Morton Comprehensive Health Services December 19 • 1 – 2:30 p.m. • Free The Center • 815 S. Utica Ave. • Tulsa (918) 295-6154

Dancing

The GROUP Holiday Party & Dance

Monthly dances & happy hour events for singles December 10 • 7 – 10:30 p.m. • $40 Doubletree Warren Place 6110 S. Yale Ave. • Tulsa www.thegrouptulsa.com • RSVP required Tulsa Swing Dance Club

Sundays East coast/Country two step • 5 p.m. West coast beginning lessons • 6 p.m. West coast intermediate lessons • 7 p.m. Elks members $5 • Nonmembers $7 Tulsa Swing Dance Club 2735 S. Memorial Dr. • Tulsa (918) 986-0317 Broken Arrow Senior Center Dances

Featuring The Round Up Boys Mondays • 6:30 p.m. • $5 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 259-8377 • www.baseniors.org Line Dancing

Presented by the Owasso Community Center Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 1 – 2:30 p.m. • Free • YMCA 8300 N. Owasso Expy. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 Clog Dancing Lessons

Presented by Turtle Creek Cloggers Mondays • 5:45 – 8:30 p.m. Thursdays • 6 – 8 p.m. • $4 LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa (918) 627-0067 Senior Square Dancing

Presented by Rushing Stars Square Dance Club Wednesdays • 1 – 3 p.m. • $4 Centennial Center • 1028 E. 6th St. • Tulsa (918) 363-8380

Friday Night Dance Party

Open to the public; food, wine & soft drinks Fridays • 8 – 10 p.m. • $15 Strictly Ballroom 6928 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 493-2623 www.newstrictlyballroom.com

Senior & Caregiver Community Education

Friday Night Dances

Open to the public; nonsmoking ballroom Fridays • 7:30 p.m. $6 members • $7 nonmembers American Legion Post 308 11328 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 437-1635

Fitness Pickleball

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays Noon – 4 p.m. • Free for members LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side 1427 S. Indianapolis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 744-6760 Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance

Presented by Creek County Health Dept. & Creek County Literacy Program Mondays • 10 – 11 a.m. • Free Creek County Literacy Program 15 N. Poplar St. • Sapulpa (918) 224-9647 Moderate Yoga with Lucy Weberling

Mondays • 10 – 11:15 a.m. $15 a session • $50 per month West Oak Village, Craft Room 1002 S. Fairfax Ave. • Skiatook (918) 633-8890 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

Presented by Ability Resources Mondays & Thursdays • 4 – 5 p.m. • Free The Center • 815 S. Utica Ave. • Tulsa (918) 794-4508 Zumba Gold

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10 a.m. • $5 LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster 3500 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa (918) 749-2623 Intermediate Tai Chi

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 • Free Stretch Classes

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10 a.m. $25 per month University Village 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 298-3379

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LIFE EDU Caregiving 101 New to caregiving? Learn the care-world vocabulary and information you need to make good decisions. Class participants will learn about community resources, living options, legal documents and strategies for support and self-care. Seasoned caregivers welcome. Ask about free respite for this program. This content is also available by appointment. Tuesday, December 4 • 3:30 – 5 p.m. LIFE Senior Services • 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000

Laughter Yoga Interested in feeling better? Looking for low impact exercise? Laughter Yoga is an easy, fun, new and exciting exercise. Try it for improved physical and mental health or out of curiosity. No yoga mat required. This is the last laughter yoga session in 2018. See you next year! Wednesday, December 12 • 1 – 2 p.m. LaFortune Community Center • 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000

Basics of Medicare If you are newly eligible or soon to be eligible for Medicare, this seminar is designed especially for you. The seminar is presented by the Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services and covers the basics of Medicare, explains what you need to know about Medicare’s different parts and gives you the information you need to make an informed decision about your coverage options. This seminar is intended for Medicare beneficiaries and closed to licensed Life, Accident and Health Insurance Agents, insurance company personnel and anyone affiliated with a Health Maintenance Organization or other conflicts of interest.

Wednesday, December 12 • 10 a.m. – Noon Legacy Plaza • 5330 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • Reservations Requested • (918) 664-9000

Medicare Part D Clinics The Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services offers free Medicare Part D plan comparison and enrollment assistance from October 15 through December 7. Reservations are required. Counseling sessions are held at LIFE Senior Services Central. Dates and Times by Appointment LIFE Senior Services • 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Appointments required • Call LIFE MAP at (918) 664-9000 or toll-free at (866) 664-9009

LIFE’S SENIOR CENTERS With two locations in midtown Tulsa, LIFE’s Senior Centers offer a variety of activities for adults age 50 and older. To discover all that LIFE has to offer, call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000 or visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org/seniorcenters.

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PEOPLE & PLACES

Heatheridge Assisted Living & Residential Care residents had fun on a field trip to the Tulsa Air & Space Museum.

Brave Senior Star at Burgundy Place residents Phyllis Wurtz and Gus Oliver with a 13-foot python during a visit from Safari’s Animal Sanctuary.

Martin Howard, Will Rogers Memorial Roper docent, Oxford Glen Memory Care hosted a Royal Tea Party with The Owasso Mom’s Club. The participants got to have tea with the and his wife Kathy manned the popcorn machine for queens of Oxford Glen and learn the proper manners needed to the showing of "Judge Priest," starring Will Rogers. dine in a castle.

Hattie, Rosalie and Hope all had their hands in helping make the entrance at Heatheridge Assisted Living & Residential Care beautiful.

Oxford Glen Memory Care and Physician’s Choice Hospice partnered together to host a Kentucky Derby Party for the Oxford Glen residents.

LIFE’s Vintage Housing community at Autumn Park in Bixby gifted fruit baskets to the local fire department to say thanks.

Jamie Ott, the emergency management director for the City of Broken Arrow, visited the Broken Arrow Senior Center and provided members with helpful information and interesting facts surrounding storm preparation in Oklahoma.

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AUTO REPAIR

Strickland Automotive Strickland Automotive is locallyowned and - operated with over 40 years of auto repair experience. We perform all types of vehicle repair, from computer and electrical problems to engine and transmission overhauls. ASE Certified mechanics. Open six days a week, with towing provided. Call Gary. (918) 832-7072. CARPET CLEANING

ALL PRO Carpet Cleaning Senior and caregiver discounts. Carpet, furniture, rug cleaning. Pet odor removed and Teflon protectant available. Emergency water extraction. Residential and commercial services. Professional truck mount steam cleaning. Carpet repairs and restretching. Prompt, professional, quality service at a fair price. Certified, insured. Veteran owned and operated. Call Thomas Fink, owner/technician, for free estimate (918) 636-6303. CEMETERY LOTS

Floral Haven Lots Available Floral Haven lots available. Two spaces 3 and 4 in Lot 601-A in the Veteran’s Field extension 11. 62 X 16 granite base with floral vases. Two 24 X 12 bronze markers. Total price for all is $4,000. Call (918) 321-3189. Please leave a message. Green Acres – Reasonably Priced Green Acres Memorial Gardens offers reasonably priced spaces, markers and opening and closing. Spaces start at $650.00. We have payment plans for pre-need. If you need our service please call (918) 492-4005 Monday thru Friday 9:30-2:30. Memorial Park – Great Value Memorial Park lots close to Bob Wills, in garden of Chrustas. Valued at $2,145.00 each selling for $1,100.00 each. Contact Carl at (918) 381-9634. Three Spaces, Tulsa Memorial Park Three spaces in the mature “Oakwood West” area of Lot 140. Specifically, Section 30, Lot 140, spaces 4, 5 and 6. Allowed Ground Level Memorial Markers of Bronze or Granite. $2,000 per space or $5,500 for all 3. Buyer pays small transfer fee. Contact Steve via email at: antry@outlook.com COMPUTER SERVICES

Computer and Electronic Assistance Are you stuck and need Help with your computer or any electronic device. Price and Son Computer Continued

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and Technology Services, LLC will be glad to assist you in your home. Call James or Jared at (918) 236-6010 or email us at office@pricestechhelp.com to schedule an appointment.

to Medicare benefits for Medicare beneficiaries, their representatives and persons soon to be eligible for Medicare. Call MAP at LIFE Senior Services (918) 664-9000 or toll-free (866) 664-9009.

Does Technology Frustrate You? Honest, patient, ethical help with your pc, router, wifi, cell phone, email, streaming, camera, password recovery, etc. 30 years of IT experience in Tulsa. Special rates for seniors. References available. Call or email Carmen Armstrong. Carmstrongva@gmail.com (918) 688-7453.

Need A New Medicare Plan? The Medicare Supplement Store at Promenade Mall is your “One-StopShop” for Medicare Supplements, Advantage Plans, & Drug Plans. We can give you a quote from top-rated carriers like: Aetna, Blue Cross, Humana, GlobalHealth, UnitedHealthCare, Mutual of Omaha and others. For information, call Bob Archer today (918) 814-5550.

DAYTIME CARE

Daytime care for older loved ones LIFE’s Adult Day Health offers convenient, affordable daytime care at three locations in Tulsa and Broken Arrow. For more information, call LIFE’s Adult Day Health at (918) 664-9000. ESTATE SALES

2MS Estate Sales ...Tulsa’s Finest! Downsizing? Estate Liquidation? Let us take the worry away and Maximize your return. No out of pocket expense. We specialize in senor transitions, with over 20 years in the senior housing market. My team includes realtors, moving company, senior housing and attorneys if needed. Please contact Michelle Reed (918) 691-5893 or Atulsa@aol.com also Facebook 2MSestatesalestulsa for a Free consultation. My Estate Sale Looking for someone to conduct your Estate Sale? We have over 50 years combined experience in our crew in both marketing and appraisals. Our appraiser works with a broad range of antiques and collectibles for probate, divorce or home owners insurance. Tulsa and surrounding areas. Call (918) 388-7410. FINANCIAL/INSURANCE

Investor Wanted Established business owner would like to borrow $20,000 at 12% interest will pay $200 month interest only payments then a balloon payment of $20,000 December of 2020. Guaranteed two ways. References available. Serious inquiries only. (918) 625-1770. Medicare Assistance Program The Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services provides accurate information, counseling and assistance relating

GARDENING/LAWN SERVICES

AAA Lawns & More Total lawn care. Lawn Mowing. Rototilling. Gutter clean-up. Specialist in fence/property line lawn clean-up. Stump grinding and small tree work. Dedicated to making your lawn look its best. Insured, honest, experienced and dependable. Veteran-owned. We are a small company with personal service. References available. FREE ESTIMATES. Call Larry. (918) 361-1299. A New Season Lawn Care & Landscape Full service. Time for Fall Cleanup!! Weed control, fertilization, and pre-emergent. Mowing, trimming, leaf removal, hedge trimming, lawn aeration. Small tree trimming. Insect control of all kinds. We offer weekly, bi-weekly & year round services. Privacy fence installation and repair. Best rates, senior discounts. Free Estimates. Accepting new customers!! Call Todd (918) 639-2262. www.newseasonlawncaretulsa.com Green Hibiscus Lawn & Garden Services Scheduled garden maintenance (weeding, planting, mulching). Garden bed design and installation. Hedge & shrub trimming. Tree pruning & removal. Leaf clean up. Hauling green debris. Call Charles (918) 636-0298. Kimble Davis Tree Company Family-owned and operated. Specializing in all aspects of tree care: restoration, pruning/thinning, removal, stump grinding, hedge trimming, firewood available. Serving Tulsa for 25 years. References. Member BBB. Insured. ISA certified arborist. Check us out at www.kdtreeco.com. Call Kimble at (918) 853-5383.

Mower Repair / Maintenance All brands - Riders, ZTR’s, Walkbehinds, Hand-helds. Top Quality work, ASE certified Mechanic. Pickup and Delivery available. Tulsa and surrounding counties. Maintenance specials include pick-up and delivery 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call Scott (918) 519-3869. HOME REPAIR/REMODELING

A Handy Helping Hand Professional home maintenance, painting, and improvements. Whether you’re making overdue repairs, sprucing up your home and garden, or optimizing your home’s “sale-ability” potential, call Joe Surowiak with A Handy Helping Hand. Professional results. Competitive rates. (918) 520-0333. Allen’s Handyman Services of Tulsa “Your Home Improvement and Repair Specialist.” 18th year serving Tulsa seniors. “One call can do it all.” 10% senior discount. Insured. All work guaranteed in writing. No pay until job is completed. Plumbing, drain cleaning, grab bars, electrical, carpentry, painting, seamless guttering installation/repair/cleaning. Dryer vent cleaning. Roof, tile and drywall repair. Wood siding/trim replacement. Deck repair, power washing, staining. Tree trimming. No job too small. For free estimate, call Allen at (918) 630-0394. Big C’s Plumbing Services Your one stop Plumbing Shop! Call us and I guarantee you will never have to call another plumbing company. Licensed, bonded and insured for your protection....Call (918) 855-9216, tell us you saw us in the Vintage Newsmagazine receive an automatic 10% discount....call us now. Bumgartner Plumbing Licensed, with over 30 years of experience. Rates are low and based on the job, not the hour. No service call fee or travel time charge. Senior and caregiver discount. Plumbing service and repair our specialty. Honest, professional service you can count on. Lic. # 82750. (918) 355-4747. Burton Painting Specializing in all aspects of exterior and interior home painting. Staining, sealing, and painting faux finishes. Decks, fences, cabinets and floors. Free estimates. 30+ years of experience. Reliable, courteous, professional service. Fully insured. (918) 378-2858.

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CLASSIFIEDS Contracting for Seniors by Van Repairs, painting, some plumbing and electrical, small jobs. Special needs: grab bars, hand rails, handicap fixtures. Working with individuals, families, seniors, businesses since 1987. We function with integrity, with special concerns for seniors. Free estimates, insured. (918) 636-6849. Dave’s Heat and Air, Inc. Licensed, insured, and bonded. Honest and reliable service for over 30 years. Competitive rates. Specializing in heating and air conditioning service and repair. All makes and models. Residential and light commercial. Tulsa metro area. Family-owned and operated. (918) 437-8101. Free Roof Inspection Honest and ethical storm inspection for your home. Small roof repairs free for seniors. Emergency storm repair. Free home remodel estimates. Insurance specialists. Licensed. Locally owned, located on Main in Broken Arrow, right next to the senior center. Proof Construction, 1802 South Main St. Broken Arrow, OK. Call Carmen (918) 688-7453 G.C., P.M. Handyman & Construction Services CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! Available to put up your Christmas lights! 30 Years’ Experience! All Handicap Accessories - grab bars, handicap access abilities; Framing, Drywall, Tape & Bed; Texture & Paint, Plumbing, Electrical, Tile, Laminate & Wood Floors. Free Estimates, Competitive Rates, Professional Service. Call Craig (918) 892-4168. Same Day Services Light Hauling /Light Moving - help you rearrange room furniture, lawns-grass mowing/small paint jobs/cleanup/ fence repair/light construction/sheet rock tile repair - We are honest dependable. References. Call (918) 313-5230. Scrap Metal Haul Off Free haul off/pick up of appliances such as washers, dryers, refrigerators, air conditioners, hot water tanks and any scrap metal. Call John at (918) 313-4405. LEGAL

Full Service Estate Planning Law Firm Trusts, Wills, Gift and Tax Planning, Powers of Attorneys and more! With offices in Sand Springs and Tulsa. Discount to Veterans and Retired Teachers. Willing to meet you in your place for no extra charge! Call Penni of the Skillern Law Firm at (918) 805-2511. www.skillernlaw.com

MOVERS

Tulsa Movers Dependable Movers! Low Rates. Free Estimates. Senior Discounts. Call (918) 734-2181. OIL AND GAS

Mineral, Oil/Gas Interests Want to purchase minerals and oil/ gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO, 80201 PERSONAL ASSISTANCE

Bobbi and Bob’s Personal & Business Assistance Run errands, grocery and personal shopping, beauty shop transportation, take to medical and health-related appointments, coordinate healthcare/medical insurance tasks, airport transportation, wait for deliveries/ repair services, organize home/ office, handle secretarial and administrative tasks. Call Bobbi at (918) 852-5302 or Bob Warshaw at (918) 852-5301. Email: bobbi. warshaw@att.net Financial Organizer/Liaison Do you or a loved one need help keeping up with mail, balancing a checkbook, paying bills, making phone calls, organizing or preparing for tax time? I can help! I will work with you or act as a liaison between family members. Call or email me to discuss options. Essential Strategy Consulting, LLC. Gwen Stevens (918)557-5259, esc9315@gmail.com Joy’s Girl Friday – Senior Concierge Help where and when you need it. Christmas Help, Gift Shopping, wrapping, decorating or cooking. Errands, home help, conversation, companionship, Pickup and deliveries, Write letters, Pay bills or Shop for groceries. If you don’t see it – Just ask! Free Consultation – Joy Williams (918) 809-3087. Ladybug Helping Hand Services Affordable-Dependable Services tailored to your needs. In home, non-medical services such as senior/adult day care, grocery shopping, errands, pet care, transportation to/from Doctor and other appointments. Other Services: House and Pet Sitting. Free consultation-References AffordableDependable-Experienced Carlene (918) 740-7750. PERSONAL SAFETY

EARS Emergency Alert Response Systems. Enjoy living at home while we listen for your safety with our quality personal medical alarm and monitoring service. Affordable with Continued

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no long-term commitment. Locally owned and operated (918) 298-0500 or toll-free (877) 885-3277. HALO Medical Alarms HALO provides emergency response throughout Oklahoma with an office inTulsa. Let a HALO medical alarm provide you with the confidence and security to live independently in your own home, where you are most comfortable. Call (918) 392-0566 or (877) 747-HALO (4256). www.halomedicalalarms.com PERSONAL SERVICES

Affordable Hairstyling In-Home or Shop Transportation and home service available for your hairstyling needs. I will come to you at the hospital, rehab or nursing home. A Mane Event hairstyling is for the entire family. 35 years experience. Senior specials for haircuts, perms and color. Inshop special: Haircut $7 for first time customers in shop ONLY. Perms are $45. Tuesday through Saturday. Near 11th and Yale at 937 South Canton Ave. Call Mary Wilkinson at (918) 834-2686. In-Home Beauty Services of Tulsa We provide beauty services to our clients who are unable to leave their home, disabled, hospice care or independent living. We offer full beauty service for men and women in Tulsa and surrounding areas. Our services include: shampoo & sets, haircuts, perms, manicures. pedicures. Licensed and Insured. Visit our website at www.inhomebeautyservicesoftulsa.com. Call (918) 630-6274. PET CARE

Home Veterinary Care Experience Tulsa’s most convenient veterinary service in the comfort of your own home. Our goal is to develop a personal relationship with each of our clients and patients. Contact us today to schedule your house call appointment. Call (918) 892-9382 or email DrFielstra@gmail.com or visit us at www.homevetcaretulsa.com. REAL ESTATE

Experienced Realtor A Realtor is not a saleperson. They're a matchmaker. Let me help you fall in love! Need help selling your home or buying a new one? Let me walk you through the process. We are qualified to guide you through every step. Service you deserve from someone you can trust. Call Melissa Cristel, (918) 760-6101, Keller Williams Realty.

Ready to Downsize Specialized Real Estate Consultant Services Team for senior adults contemplating selling their home, downsizing or retirement living. Over 25 years experience serving the senior market. Free home evaluation and consultation. Receive a free copy of “Making the Move” workbook. No obligation. Cindy Johnson @ (918) 619-5919, Waterstone Realty Inc. SOCIAL/SUPPORT GROUP

Single Seniors (55+) Are you over 55, single, divorced or widowed? We are a fun loving group of single seniors over 55. We meet every Wednesday,11:15 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Buffet Palace, 10934 East 21st Street. We eat at 11:15 have a short meeting and then play cards. Join us for great fun and fellowship. Questions, call Beverly at (918) 272-1049. TRANSPORTATION

Call Patricia! Need a go-fer to run errands, take you to an appointment or grocery shopping? Need someone to take you to hair appointments, the pharmacy, make deliveries? Need someone to stay with you during an out-patient medical procedure? Also, available as a driver/ companion for traveling; rates negotiable. Call Patricia! (918) 437-3456 or (918) 855-2302. HealthRide Transportation Services Let us take you where you need to go. Our Wheelchair Accessible Vans can get you to Dr. Appointments, Church Events or anywhere you desire. HealthRide provides wheelchair transportation for Tulsa and surrounding communities. Quality service at a lower cost. Call (918) 404-0038. Website: www.healthridetulsa.org Email: healthride1@gmail.com. My Driver Transportation Service Let me do the driving. To and from work, airport, shopping, errands, post office, appointments. Also, LIFT VAN transportation available. Able to assist getting to and from bed. Senior sitting. Also, small breed dog boarding. 20 years experience. CLEET certified and licensed. References. Member, Better Business Bureau. (918) 491-9929. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

JUST DO IT! If you've been looking for a way you can make a difference, consider joining the Millennium Hospice team as a volunteer. Caregiver relief is so important during this difficult time. Continued

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Volunteers provide that by sitting with patients for an hour or so. Training is provided. Contact Brittney Young (918) 740-0244. Looking for a Fun Volunteer Opportunity? Sophisticated Seconds is an upscale resale store near 41st & Yale benefiting Hospice of Green Country. We need more volunteers! Previous retail experience preferred, but training includes customer service, sorting, merchandising, steaming, pricing, and learning our easy-to-use point of sale system! To get involved, cgoldstein@hospiceofgreencountry. org or (539) 664-5177. www.sophisticatedseconds.org

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