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TABLE OF CONTENTS Help Slow The Spread With Cloth Face Masks You might say it’s the new face of caring for each other. Studies show people can spread COVID-19 even if they aren’t showing symptoms, so health experts are asking us to protect the vulnerable by wearing face masks in public.

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How To Make A No-Sew Bandana Mask Below is a step-by-step guide on how to make your own face mask using a bandana, based on the guidance of the CDC. Find more tips and sewing patterns for making face masks by visiting www.cdc.gov.

Materials

Source: Centers for Disease Control.

As Oklahoma and the rest of the U.S. adjusts to life during a pandemic, we’re told it’s time to embrace something we’ve mostly seen in movies or news videos – wearing face masks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends wearing a cloth face covering when out in public.

Bandana or square cotton cloth about 20"x 20”

Fabric masks are recommended as studies show a “significant number” of people can infect others even though they show no symptoms yet themselves. The CDC said the use of a simple cloth face covering can help keep “silent spreaders” from transmitting the virus to others.

Cone-shaped coffee filter

Rubber bands or hair ties

Instructions

WHY YOU SHOULD WEAR A FACE MASK

Cut coffee filter in half horizontally and keep the rounded top half.

Fold the bandana or piece of cloth in half.

Place filter in the center of the folded bandana.

Fold the top down and the bottom up, covering the coffee filter.

Place rubber bands or hair ties about 6 inches apart on both ends of the bandana. It will look a little bit like a candy wrapper.

Fold the excess fabric on each side to the middle and tuck.

Put a band over each ear, making sure the material fits your face snugly but comfortably.

Keep

The CDC recommends using cloth masks in public settings but stresses that masks do not replace the need for physical distancing from others, handwashing, avoiding touching your face, and staying home except for essential trips to the doctor or grocery store.

Vol. 34, No. 11 EILEEN BRADSHAW President & CEO of LIFE Senior Services, LIFE PACE & Vintage Housing

THINGS TO REMEMBER

Cloth face coverings should fit snugly but comfortably against the side of your face, be secured with ties or ear loops, include multiple layers of fabric, allow for breathing without restriction, and be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change in shape. To safely remove a used cloth face covering, be careful not to touch your eyes, nose or mouth. Handle the mask by the elastic ties and wash your hands immediately after removing the mask. The CDC says cloth face coverings should be washed frequently, and a washing machine "should suffice" in properly washing the masks. Don't use a cloth face covering on a child under age 2, anyone who is having trouble breathing or anyone who is incapacitated and can't remove the mask themselves.

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We continue to need donations of cloth face coverings for participants in our programs. If you can help, call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000 to arrange for getting the face masks to us. Thank you! We have posted additional safety information and patterns for a sewn mask on our website, www.LIFEseniorservices.org. 20

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KELLY KIRCHHOFF Senior Director of Communications

DEE DUREN Managing Editor dduren@LIFEseniorservices.org

EMILY FOX

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Make Your Mark

Help Slow The Spread of COVID-19

Grandparents Raising Grandkids

BERNIE DORNBLASER

Parenting for the second time around? We look at the challenges - and gifts - facing millions of American seniors.

LEAH WEIGLE

Meet a Tulsa woman who is using her retirement years to help foster kids find forever homes.

Get CDC recommendations for making a no-sew bandana face mask, and find out how you can help LIFE Senior Services.

Letter from Eileen

Looking Back

10 Caregiver Corner Making the Most of Your Physician Relationship 12 M edicare & You Economic Impact Payment Information 26 Reauthorizing The Older Americans Act 27 Noteworthy 28 P reserving Your Legacy Tips for Preserving Your Family Memories for Future Generations

On the Cover

30 Mindbender & Puzzles

Bunkering With Books

In May, we honor Older Americans and the contribution they make to their communities. Their time, experience and talents benefit family, peers and neighbors every day.

31 Puzzle Partners

Tulsa author Connie Cronley makes her debut in LIFE's Vintage Newsmagazine and recommends a few of her favorite books.

32 Retire United Staying Engaged Through Volunteerism 33 Business Directory 34 Table For Two Easy Meal Ideas Based On USDA's "MyPlate" 36 People & Places

A Note From LIFE Senior Services and Vintage Publications LIFE's Vintage Newsmagazine’s May issue went to press during the COVID-19 pandemic response. As recommended by public health officials, many agencies cancelled or postponed events. Please check our website, www.LIFESeniorServices.org for the latest updates.

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37 Classifieds 39 Vintage Friends

21 Extra Puzzles

Enjoy some additional puzzles in this month’s edition of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine!

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LETTER FROM EILEEN Robert Browning wrote those famous words, “Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be.” In these safer-at-home days of COVID-19, in which seniors are warned that they may be especially at risk, many of us may be wondering if Mr. Browning was overly optimistic! These are unusual times, and frankly, they are a bit scary. Yet I think that seniors may be uniquely equipped to lead the way in maintaining a sense of social calm and in modeling the ability to find joy in unexpected times and places. Today’s seniors have lived through some very tough times and know that there is life on the other side. They have the benefit of experience. They know that economies fluctuate - sometimes dramatically. They know that in wartime, we may all be asked to sacrifice for the greater good. They know that simple kindnesses can make a tremendous difference in the lives of our neighbors during stressful times.

Eileen Bradshaw

I have become very interested in the research of Dr. Laura Carstensen. She is the Director of the Stanford Center for Longevity. She has spent her entire career studying aging, and her research has led her to an important conclusion: older people are happier. If you like to listen to TED talks, Dr. Carstensen has some really good ones explaining her research. Much of it centers on how people view time. It appears that younger people may measure time in calendar blocks - hourly, daily or weekly. Older people tend to view time as a larger block, as in time remaining on earth.

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When the lens is adjusted in this way, people tend to allocate time differently. A person may no longer “have time” for an acquaintance who makes her feel bad about herself after every visit. However, that same person may extend more tolerance or grace to others, believing that she doesn’t have time to harbor resentment. Essentially, seniors tend to be happier because they believe their remaining days and years - however many - should be spent wisely, focusing on the people and activities that truly matter to them. So during these challenging days, when time is seeming to stand still and speed by simultaneously, we all need to take a lesson from seniors. We need to prioritize our days, focusing on the positives that we can find. I still believe the best is yet to be. Take good care,

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Looking Back Grandparents

Mary Ann Hull holding a baby, c. 1910s.

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Grant K. McCullough (right), his father Carrol B. McCullough (left), and his grandparents Grant R. McCullough and Clara Bradley McCullough, c. 1930s.

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Multiple generations of the Egan Family, c. 1940.

Multiple generations of the Kennedy-Lombard Family, c. 1910s.

This Month in History MAY 1, 1930: Empire State

MAY 14, 1804: Lewis and Clark

Expedition set out

MAY 26, 1978: The first casino opened in Atlantic City, New Jersey

President Herbert Hoover officially dedicated New York City's Empire State Building. The Art Deco structure's design is said to have been based in large part on the look of a pencil, and the building went up in just over a year. At 102 stories, it was the world's tallest skyscraper. Its construction employed thousands during the Great Depression and was said to have restored a sense of pride in NYC.

Captain Meriwether Lewis and Second Lieutenant William Clark's team of explorers began their journey to explore the Pacific Northwest at the bequest of President Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson's main goal for the "Corps of Discovery" was to find an all-water route for commerce, but they were also instructed to gather scientific data on animals and plants. The explorers sighted the Pacific Ocean for the first time on November 7, 1805, and arrived two weeks later.

Resorts Casino Hotel became the first legal casino in the U.S. outside Nevada to open its doors and welcome gamblers and other guests. Singer Steve Lawrence was the first to roll the dice at the casino, losing $50. The owners of the casino later struggled financially, and their properties were eventually bought out by now-President Donald Trump and entertainer Merv Griffin.

Building opened

MAY 4, 1979: Margaret Thatcher became the UK's first woman prime minister The "Iron Lady" Margaret Thatcher was elected as the United Kingdom's first female prime minister. The Conservative party candidate kept that position for 11 years. One of her most memorable sayings was: "If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman." Thatcher had a chemistry degree and helped create soft-serve ice cream before entering politics.

MAY 23, 1934: Gangsters Bonnie and

Clyde killed by law enforcement

Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker, whose criminal activities captured the attention of the nation during the Great Depression, died during an ambush by police near Gibsland, Louisiana. The criminal couple robbed banks, small stores and rural gas stations and are said to be responsible for the deaths of 13 people including nine police officers. They were ambushed and shot to death by Texas and Louisiana police officers along a state highway at 9 a.m.

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MAY 30, 1911: The First Indianapolis

500 was held

Racer Ray Harroun won the first Indianapolis 500 automobile race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway at an average speed of 74 mph. The race offered the largest reward to the top finishers at that time - $27,550 - and drew 46 entries from the U.S. and Europe. Forty drivers qualified for the first known mass rolling start of an automobile race. Harroun was the only driver competing without a riding mechanic on board. After collecting his $10,000 prize for first place, Harroun retired and never raced again. ÂŠ The History Channel

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Caregiver Corner

Making the Most of Your Physician Relationship Communicating effectively with your physician contributes to greater patient satisfaction, closer adherence to treatment recommendations and improved outcomes for both the caregiver and their loved one. BY EMILY FOX, ASSOCIATE EDITOR

ears ago, a number of my friends were raving about a new physician they were using. Since I was between physicians, I jumped at the opportunity to try out the new sensation. Unfortunately, the doctor who communicated so well with my friends did not communicate nearly so well with me. This was brought home as a harsh reality when she scheduled me for a surgery where we both had very different ideas about the expected outcome. I ended up paying for a surgery that did not address my problems and learned a valuable lesson: one doctor does not fit all. It is important to find a doctor that you can communicate with and who will work with you in partnership for the best medical care and quality of life. This relationship can be even more complicated when your loved one’s long-trusted doctor is not communicating well with a caregiver. However, severing that relationship can cause many problems. Following are some steps to take to improve care for almost anyone. WHY IS PHYSICIAN – PATIENT COMMUNICATION SO IMPORTANT FOR OLDER ADULTS? • As people age, they typically develop more health issues, and it becomes even more important to have a physician who will work with them to maintain and improve

health and outline a treatment plan to be followed. • Health in an older adult typically has a greater impact on other aspects of life and overall quality of life. BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT – THE PREPARATION • Make a list of health concerns or issues to take with you. If you have multiple questions, identify the top three or four for discussion during the appointment. If the doctor has online chat or email, you can send the questions ahead of time as well. • If possible, accompany your loved one to the appointment. • Take prescriptions with you. If you have had issues with any medications – side effects or high cost – make a note to share that information with your doctor. There are ways for the doctor to help, possibly through free samples or a letter to your insurance company. • If you or your loved one have been prescribed glasses or hearing aids, use them during your appointment so you can see and hear as well as possible. • Note any changes since the last visit so you can share them with your doctor. Update the doctor about any ER visits, surgeries or other medical care.

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DURING THE APPOINTMENT •F ace the doctor when you are talking and make eye contact. •B e sure to ask questions, especially as an advocate for your loved one. • If the doctor is describing a treatment plan, comment occasionally by saying “okay” or nod to indicate you are paying attention. •T ake notes, if necessary. Or ask the doctor if written instructions can be provided. (If written notes are provided, make sure the type is large enough for you to read them.) • I f changes were made in the care plan, repeat them back to the physician before leaving. •M ake sure you understand any changes in prescriptions. AFTER THE APPOINTMENT • I f a test is ordered, make sure you understand why it is needed, how quickly it needs to be scheduled, what is involved in the test – preparation and recovery time – and how the results will impact the care plan. Ask how and when the results will be shared with you. •M any doctors and hospitals now use an online patient portal or program to allow you to send messages to the doctor or view test/lab/X-ray results. If this is an option for you, make sure you have the information needed to sign up and log in. •M ake sure you understand when and how to take prescriptions. Do they need to be taken with food, at a specific time of day, with or without other prescriptions, etc.? • I f there is a new diagnosis, make sure you understand if the condition is likely to be temporary or permanent, how the treatment plan may change and the longterm consequences. Ask where you can learn more about the disease or condition. •T alk about exercise. It can increase energy levels, improve balance and help prevent falls, improve mood and reduce depression, help manage/prevent disease and help maintain and improve physical strength. Are there exercises the doctor recommends for you or your loved one? Are there precautions to take? •D oes your doctor have any other suggestions for how you can stop or slow down disease progression? Remember – your doctor should be aware of all of the patient's habits and lifestyle traits and should be able to discuss them with you compassionately. In some cases, a caregiver may want to discuss things in a separate appointment or over the phone.

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Medicare & You

• Those filing income tax returns as “single” with an AGI up to $75,000 a year will be eligible for a $1,200 check. The payment amount drops by $5 for every $100 in income above $75,000, and caps at $99,000. • Those who file as “married filing jointly” can receive a check for $2,400 if their AGI was below $150,000. Married couples will get checks on a sliding scale up to $198,000. Married couples will also receive $500 for each child they claimed on their tax return.

Economic Impact Payment Information The federal government is sending Economic Impact Payments (EIP) to help Americans through the economic hardships caused by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Here are answers to some of the common questions concerning the stimulus checks – and a warning so you don't get scammed! BY CHANNING RUTHERFORD, MEDICARE AND TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SUPERVISOR Sources: www.irs.gov/coronavirus, IRS Newswire

In April, the U.S. Government passed a $2 trillion plan to send Economic Impact Payments (EIP) in the form of checks or direct deposits to many American taxpayers to help them through the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are answers to some of the questions you may have about the stimulus checks, now known as EIP.

• If you did not file a 2019 tax return, the IRS will check to see if you filed a 2018 return and use that information to send your check.

The IRS does not have my current direct deposit or address information. What can I do? • If you don’t have the same bank account or 1 mailing address you used on your tax return, the IRS has developed a web-based portal for How do I receive an EIP? individuals to provide their banking and mailing • If you have filed a tax return for 2018 or 2019, information to the IRS online. This will assist you don’t need to do anything else. If you haven’t individuals in receiving their payments directly filed taxes for either year, the IRS recommends as opposed to checks in the mail. You can find that you file back taxes for 2018. If you didn't this portal on the IRS website: www.irs.gov/ make enough money to be required to file a return coronavirus/economic-impact-payments in 2018 or 2019, see below.

• If you filed as “head of household,” you are eligible for a $1,200 check and $500 for each child you claimed if your AGI was $112,500 or less. You can receive a check on a sliding scale if you earn up to $136,500 annually. (Those who file “head of household” are typically single parents.) *Note: Single filers with income exceeding $99,000 and $198,000 for joint filers with no children are not eligible for the stimulus payment.

5 I am not required to file a tax return. Will I still receive an EIP? • I f you receive a Social Security check and do not make enough money to require you to file a tax return, you will receive an Economic Impact Payment. This also includes individuals who collect Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The check will be delivered to you via the usual way you get your monthly Social Security payment. • I ndividuals who are collecting Veterans benefits will also be eligible for the stimulus payments. Those individuals will need to check IRS for their filing requirements to be able to receive the EIP at: www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economicimpact-payments

6 How do I file the IRS form needed to receive my payment? •F or individuals that do not normally file taxes and do not receive an SSA-1099 in the mail, IRS has released a form that you can complete online. This tax form collects simple, but necessary, information including the filing status, the number of dependents (if any) and direct deposit bank account information. This form can be viewed at www.irs.gov/coronavirus/ economic-impact-payments.

Is the check being mailed or sent direct deposit? The check will be sent in the same method you received your IRS refund. If you are not set up for direct deposit, your check will be mailed using the address on your most recent tax return.

Is the amount I receive based on my Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) or total income? The amount you receive will be calculated based on your AGI, not your total income.

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Medicare and COVID-19 Scams As COVID-19 cases increase, scams related to COVID-19 are on the rise. Here are the latest scams that you need to watch out for: 1 COVID-19 Tests Won't Be Sold Door-To-Door Medicare or Centers for Disease Control (CDC) officials will not show up at your door to sell tests, cures or medication for COVID-19. 2 Social Security Scam Calls Scam calls stating that your Social Security payments will be suspended or decreased due to COVID-19. Any communication – whether received by letter, text, email or phone call – that says the Social Security Administration will do so is a scam. 3 Health Insurance Scam Calls Beware of a call from an alleged healthcare worker claiming one of your loved ones is sick in the hospital with COVID-19, and their health insurance was cancelled. The caller asks you to pay over the phone to reinstate coverage. Remember to never give out your Medicare number, Social Security number or banking information. Keep yourself safe.

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Older Americans Month: Make Your Mark Older Americans contribute time, experience and talent to our communities every day. In May, we celebrate them – and the difference seniors can make in the lives of family, friends and neighbors. BY KAREN SZABO There’s so much to celebrate in May – along with Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day, May is Older Americans Month! A HISTORY OF OLDER AMERICANS MONTH Older Americans Month began when President John F. Kennedy and the National Council of Senior Citizens met in 1963 to address the growing concerns of the 17 million Americans age 65 and older. About one-third of older Americans lived in poverty at that time, with few social programs available to help meet their needs. President Kennedy and the Council designated May as Senior Citizens Month to honor the contributions of older Americans and to raise awareness of the problems facing that population. Two years later, President Lyndon B. Johnson passed the Older Americans Act of 1965 and declared May as Older Americans Month.

Today, more than 44 million Americans are over 65. They’re living longer, healthier lives and continuing to make an impact in their communities.

The act did more than encourage awareness and community involvement. Johnson took Kennedy’s intentions a step further by taking action that resulted in positive change, financial assistance and federal support for older Americans. Older American's Month, Continued On Page 16

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Older American's Month, Continued from Page 14

Larson continued to manage the Oklahoma Waiting Child Heart Gallery at KTUL, making it a 501(c)3 in 2014. Upon her retirement in 2016, the nonprofit organization became a full-time endeavor for Larson – and it has blossomed under her leadership with videography, an upgraded website, social media and five gallery-style displays that travel throughout Oklahoma. “Managing a nonprofit is a whole new world,” Larson said. “I took classes at the Center for Non Profits here in Tulsa and my point person at DHS taught me so much.” With just two employees including Larson, volunteers are crucial to the success of the Heart Gallery. In addition to photographers, the organization relies on framing services and graphic designers to help with the portraits, as well as drivers to transport the exhibit and locations to host it. For more information visit www.heartgalleryofoklahoma.com.

Gay Larson, Founder and Executive Director of the Oklahoma Heart Gallery The Older Americans Act: • Established the Administration on Agency, the first federal agency designed to address the struggles of older Americans • Introduced nutrition programs, transportation assistance, federally funded adult day services, legal assistance and other services for seniors • Paved the way to passing the Medicare program, offering affordable healthcare to seniors Every president since its enactment has offered a formal proclamation declaring May as a time to remember and honor older Americans. Each May, the Administration of Community Living (ACL) establishes a theme for Older Americans Month. This year, the theme is “Make Your Mark.” Today, more than 44 million Americans are over 65. They’re living longer, healthier lives and continuing to make an impact in their communities. Today’s retirees are pursuing second careers, discovering new interests, pursuing dreams and making a difference in the lives of others and in their communities. MAKING HER MARK AND MAKING A DIFFERENCE Tulsan Gay Larson is definitely a senior who’s making her mark on her community. As the Founder and Executive Director of the Oklahoma Heart Gallery, Larson has helped countless Oklahoma children find their forever families. Larson came to Tulsa in 1989 where she met her second husband. “I already had three boys, and we talked about adopting a little girl – a toddler,” Larson recalled. “Well, we adopted two 16

teenage siblings ages 12 and 13 through Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS). I came to understand how that adoption changed their lives.” Larson spent most of her life working in broadcasting as a media account executive, including 24 years with Tulsa’s Channel 8 KTUL. An amateur photographer, she was attending a photography workshop in 2002 titled “Finding Your Passion” when she did just that. “As I was talking with the instructor I mentioned my adopted children. That’s when she told me about a project in Santa Fe, New Mexico that had just started a year earlier with the simple idea of exhibiting portraits of children and sibling groups who were waiting to be adopted,” she said. By sharing the portraits in the community, Santa Fe founder Diane Granito hoped to build awareness and create more opportunities for adoption. The first Heart Gallery exhibit was an exciting success, attracting more than 1,200 visitors and facilitating the adoption of six waiting children. Larson was so captivated by the project that she enlisted KTUL, DHS and a small army of photographers to create the second volunteer Heart Gallery in the nation. “I couldn’t believe they all agreed to participate immediately – it was definitely a God thing,” she said. At the time, the gallery consisted of 50 children available for adoption with professional portraits by the Heart Gallery photographers. The portraits were placed on easels and given to DHS to feature wherever they could to raise awareness of the need for adoptive homes.

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According to Larson, foster children who are featured in the Heart Gallery are three times more likely to be adopted. Through its partnerships with KTUL, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids and Oklahoma DHS, the Waiting Child Heart Gallery of Oklahoma has helped find forever families for more than 40 percent of the children photographed. The gallery mainly features teens, siblings and children with special needs. “It really does make a difference to raise awareness of the need for adoptive parents,” Larson said. “Each child’s smile, personality and unique spirit are showcased in the photographs. For prospective supporters and families, these images can spark a life-changing connection. These children need forever homes.” MAKE YOUR MARK Like Larson, many retirees are finding new inspiration in second careers, helping others, discovering new interests and pursuing dreams. Reinventing yourself not only can be fun and rewarding, it’s also good for your mental and physical well-being. Whether you are planning for retirement or simply looking to get involved in new activities, start by thinking about your skills, dreams and passions. If you’d like to pursue a new cazreer, but don’t have the skills, seek out classes and training – either online or at a local college. Or, consider turning a hobby into a full-time job – much like Larson’s lifelong interest in photography grew into the second Heart Gallery in the country. No matter what you choose, pursuing a new interest will help keep you happy, healthy and connected. Your time, experience and talents benefit family, peers and neighbors every day. How will you make your mark? Sources: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living (ACL). www.LIFEseniorservices.org

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CONTRIBUTING

Senior, Caregiver Spotlight As we celebrate Older Americans Month, we share the stories of Oklahomans who give their time to others – family, friends and friends-to-be. BY JULIE WENGER WATSON

ANNIE SHURTLEFF

“I’ve always been very involved. I’ve always been a traveler from the time I was born,” said Tulsan Annie Gilcrease Shurtleff. “I’ve always been curious, and I love people.” Shurtleff, a self-described optimist, brings that positive energy into everything she does. A community volunteer for decades, her decision to retire in 1995 opened the door to new adventures. Shurtleff began what she calls her “second career” in seasonal hospitality work. According to her, working around the U.S. in various national parks and resorts has been one of the most rewarding things she’s ever done. These temporary gigs have taken her everywhere from the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone to Mesa Verde and Austin. “I’ve been able to pick and choose areas of the country where I wanted to be involved,” she said. “I had paid positions that allowed me to get what I call my ‘walking around money.’ It’s extended my retirement savings.” Shurtleff has particularly enjoyed her time at the YMCA of the Rockies in Colorado, where she’s returned several times. She believes it’s helped her maintain both her physical and spiritual health. “I’ve made friends there who are from all over the United States. We also work with young people from 20 different countries. Interacting with them has kept me very youthful and active,” she laughed. Shurtleff puts in plenty of time in her home community, too. Having lived in neighborhoods across Tulsa, she thinks it’s important to support all areas of town with her time and her money. Her go-to organization for volunteering is RSVP of Tulsa, a nonprofit agency that connects people age 55 and older with opportunities for community service. Shurtleff ’s positive attitude permeates every aspect of her life including her immediate community. She recently started a pickleball program at her condominium complex to encourage her neighbors to get out and try new activities. “I try to look for opportunities to give people enthusiasm and joy,” she said. “It can be adaptable to their situation. If they can’t walk a mile, let’s walk half a mile. That kind of thing.” At 75, Shurtleff is proud of her age and continues to explore new ways to be involved in Tulsa and beyond.

“I try to look for opportunities to give people enthusiasm and joy. It can be adaptable to their situation. If they can’t walk a mile, let’s walk half a mile. That kind of thing.”

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“I took a Dale Carnegie course years ago,” she recalled. “I learned something that I kept on my mirror for a long time. ‘Act enthusiastic and you will be enthusiastic.’ I think that’s just amazing.” For others who are looking for ways to enjoy this time of life, Shurtleff has some advice. “I want to encourage people to try things that might be new to them. Ask questions. Read articles and don’t isolate,” she said. “There are so many opportunities that you would really enjoy and where you would be a valuable asset. Find the thing that matches you and go with it.”

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“I didn’t expect to hear new stories from my mother who is now 92 and has dementia. I didn’t expect to see aspects of her personality and her childhood coming out. These have been wonderful lessons learned about the nature of my mother.”

PATRICK MAHER

After 25 years working and raising his children in California, Tulsa native Patrick Maher returned to his hometown several years ago. A change in his parents’ health and a transition in his own life prompted the move. “It was a convergence of events and not something I ever anticipated doing,” he recalled. “But for years, I had felt bad about not being around my parents to help them in their aging process. The catalyst was taking my youngest child, Aiden, to her freshman year of college in Idaho. When I returned, I realized I no longer had the child support needs to keep me in Sacramento.” Maher’s business allows him to work remotely, so he moved back to Tulsa where his father was living at Saint Simeon’s and his mother was living with his sister and brother-in-law. Maher’s move enabled him to provide additional support for his parents and some relief for his sister and her husband. “My sister who was here in town had the primary responsibility for care and support of both of our parents. She was extremely happy to have somebody else at the helm with her so that she didn’t have to carry the burden every day,” he explained. Maher’s routine included visits with his dad, who was struggling with dementia, at least three days a week. It was a time they both enjoyed and for which Maher is grateful. His father passed away within six months of Maher’s return to Tulsa. When his mother suffered a stroke later that summer, Maher and his siblings worked together to help with her care in the hospital and after she was released into a rehab facility. Eventually they moved her to Methodist Manor, where Maher began a new routine. Monday through Friday he joins her at dinner, enjoying a cup of coffee and getting to know the staff and the other residents. Saturday, he keeps her company at breakfast. Sundays, Maher makes time to sit with her for a live stream of Boston Avenue Methodist Church’s service before lunch. Maher appreciates this time with his mom. “I didn’t expect to hear new stories from my mother who is now 92 and has dementia. I didn’t expect to see aspects of her personality and her childhood coming out,” he said. “These have been wonderful lessons learned about the nature of my mother.” www.LIFEseniorservices.org

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FAMILY MATTERS

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Sometimes life doesn’t work out quite the way you expected. Ask the more than 2.5 million grandparents and almost 7.8 million children who make up “grandfamilies.” BY LINDSAY MORRIS

artha Rains and her husband Bill were living the typical lives of grandparents. They were both employed, busy people who enjoyed seeing their grandchildren whenever schedules aligned.

But everything changed one day in 2005 when their daughter was imprisoned. “The judge said, ‘You need to raise these kids,’” Martha said.

Their whole lives changed in an instant when they became responsible for their three young grandchildren. Grandparents raising grandkids is an increasingly common story in the U.S. According to 2010 U.S. Census data, almost 7.8 million children under the age of 18 live in homes where the householders are grandparents or other relatives – that’s 10.5% of all children under 18. Of these, almost 20% live in poverty, AARP reports. Oklahoma ranks ninth among states with the highest number of grandparents raising children, according to Sunbeam Family Services of Oklahoma City. Martha and Bill Rains with one of their grandchildren.

For many grandparents raising grandchildren, the responsibility comes about unexpectedly. Often, the parent is unable to raise their children due to drugs, alcohol, imprisonment or mental illness. In other cases, the parent is simply very young and not willing or able to take on the responsibilities of parenthood. Like many grandparents new to raising grandchildren, Martha and Bill had no clue what resources were available or where to turn. “They don’t send you any kind of handbook when they say, ‘Take these children,’” said Martha Rains. The Rains were both busy working fulltime jobs, and they weren’t in a position where they could quit working. “We didn’t get any money for taking care of them,” Martha said. One of Martha’s greatest resources came through Sandie Sullivan with Ability Resources. Sullivan has a wealth of information about grandparents raising grandchildren, Martha said. Sullivan directed Martha and Bill on how to enroll the kids in daycare covered by the state, and how to sign them up for SoonerCare insurance. Another hurdle was officially obtaining guardianship of the children. The County Clerk’s Office sent Martha to The Woodland Group/Guardianship Assistance Program in Tulsa, which helped her with paperwork and deadlines. While Martha and Bill didn’t have access to any sort of handbook, they figured things out over time. The dynamic of their relationship with their grandchildren transformed as they became an important part of their daily lives.

Martha and Bill Rains' grandchildren.

“It changes your relationship with them tremendously because you become the person who steps in as a parent,” she said. “You get a closeness that you don’t normally have from seeing them time-to-time.” GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN, Continued On Page 24

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Bunkering With Books Have you rediscovered any old friends on your bookshelves as you've sheltered at home? Columnist Connie Cronley has revisited some old favorites – and introduces us to some new friends as well. BY CONNIE CRONLEY I don’t know about you, but in this time of extreme anxiety, I realize it is not good for me to binge watch TV shows like “The Americans” or “Ozark.” That is what I have been doing, watching mean spirited people and acts of violence, but it is not helpful to my jagged nerves that are vibrating like an insect’s antennae. What I need to watch, I tell myself, are some comforting old favorites: “Enchanted April,” or “Moonstruck,” or “The Second Best Marigold Exotic Hotel.” Even better for me is the quieter time with books. Books have always been my solace. Public libraries and book stores are closed for now, but online ordering is available and our own shelves hold books we can rediscover. Re-reading favorite books is a neglected art form. We listen to old music – from Mozart to the Andrews Sisters – and we watch old movies and TV shows, but we rarely think about re-reading a book. This can be revelatory. We are not the same person who read a book years ago and we discover – to our delight or horror – that our sensibilities have changed, our values have evolved. I recently reread David Niven’s autobiographical “The Moon’s a Balloon,” often noted as one of the best movie star memoirs. Niven is articulate and funny, and when I read it in the early 1970s when it came out, I was charmed. Who doesn’t want to know that Fred Astaire drove around Beverly Hills one night painting all the mailboxes with the colors of a racehorse he owned? Niven’s book is still entertaining, but now I cringe reading about the riotous heavy drinking or the accepted way starlets were considered sexual fodder. I am gratified to see how we are evolving in our morality and behavior.

CONNIE CRONLEY

Another old book I reread was “The Flame Trees of Thika,” Elspeth Huxley’s gentle account of her childhood in Kenya, so rich with description and similes scattered like stars in the heavens. “We are always trying to make time go at a different pace, as if it were an obstinate pony,” one character says. “Perhaps we should do better to let it amble along as it wishes, without taking much notice of it.” And yet, re-reading it, when I came to the part about the leopard hunt, I skipped pages. I no longer find hunting big game exciting much less enjoyable. I ordered Helen Simonson’s novel “Major Pettigraw’s Last Stand,” about a courtly retired gentleman facing down village society in the English countryside. How did I miss it when “The New York Times” named it one of the best books of the year in 2011, saying it is a book about “intelligence, heart, dignity and backbone?” This is an older book that will be new to me. What is it about English books that are so comforting? I can’t count the times I’ve reread books by Barbara Pym, considered the contemporary Jane Austen. My favorites are “A Few Green Leaves,” “A Glass of Blessings,” and “Excellent Women.” I discovered another British author, Elizabeth Taylor – the writer not the actress – by reading

“The Atlantic” magazine’s opinion that she is one of the best writers in the English language in our time. Best-selling writers Anne Tyler and Hilary Mantel agree. Taylor’s books are set in the late 1940s or 1950s and include “Mrs. Palfrey at the Claremont” and “The Soul of Kindness.” She created characters and dialogue with the precision of a pen and ink drawing. She died in 1975. “Blaming,” her last book, finished while she was dying and published posthumously, took my breath away. Full disclosure: I do not advocate loaning books, borrowing books or buying used books. That is because as an author I know that writers get royalties only from the sales of new books. That is how writers make money, if they make money. Rarely, rarely are there movie options. Even with that righteous philosophy, I do make exceptions. For myself and for everybody else. So to be true to myself, here are a couple of new books that I recommend higher than a kite can fly. They all happen to be novels. “News of the World” by Paulette Jiles is an exquisite Western adventure akin to “True Grit” and “Lonesome Dove;” “Prairie Fever” by Michael Parker is a lyrical story of two sisters set in hardscrabble Oklahoma in the early 1900s; “The World That We Knew” by Alice Hoffman, set in Berlin and France in 1941, is a mesmerizing story of resistance, persistence, enduring love and even magic realism in one of history’s darkest hours. For my fellow grammarians, I realize the term “bunkering down” makes your teeth ache. It is what is known as a “syntactic blend” or an “eggcorn,” a mash of “hunkering down” into the security of a safe “bunker.” So my title, “Bunkering with Books” is a step beyond that into a made-up language. These are trying times; let’s try something new.

What books do you recommend as we shelter in place during the COVID-19 pandemic? We’d like to know! Email suggestions to editor@LIFEseniorservices.org. www.LIFEseniorservices.org

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GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN, Continued From Page 22

While they started out raising three grandchildren, they ended up raising five altogether. The fourth child was born in 2005 while their daughter was in prison, so they picked the newborn up from the hospital. The fifth child was born in 2017 and was under their care for almost a year. The Rains are now out on the other side of raising grandchildren, as guardianship of all of the children was dissolved in October 2019. The two oldest aged out of their guardianship at age 18 and are now in college. The youngest was recently put back under his mother’s guardianship. Raising grandchildren from a young age came with tremendous obstacles. There were challenges to deal with regarding the kids’ behavior, routine and schedules. Also, Martha’s mother was diagnosed with vascular dementia and came to live with them during the same time frame. As demanding as raising grandkids was, the Rains said it was also very rewarding. They established relationships with the kids that they wouldn’t have had otherwise. They were able to engage in things that grandparents wouldn’t normally be involved in – like volunteering at the refreshment stand at volleyball games and helping at pancake breakfasts for the ROTC. Martha said being raised by their grandparents was certainly beneficial for the children. “The stability was a big thing for them,” Martha said. “They had had quite a bit of instability.” “In a lot of situations where kids end up living with grandparents, they’ve felt like they didn’t have any importance because there was something like drugs that came in front of them,” Martha said. She and Bill made it a point to make the kids a priority and let them know they were important. RAISED BY GRANDPARENTS Nicolas Mantilla is one of the millions of people who have been raised by grandparents. His mother was young when she gave birth – just out of high school – and she decided to live with her parents. When his mother got remarried, Mantilla frequently moved between living with his mother and his grandparents. Mantilla feels that he is more well-rounded and has a better perspective on life because he was largely raised by his grandparents. “I value time a lot. My grandparents are really interested in experience rather than material things,” he said. While sometimes parents are caught up in the details of daily life, grandparents are sometimes better able to see the big picture. “They realize they would have done things differently. They always recall the adventures – the things that pushed their limits. They remember where their best stories came from,” he said. Sometimes grandparents can also have a more relaxed approach to parenting, Mantilla said. “I felt they were calmer about raising a child. They didn’t have rigid expectations that parents sometimes have. They were way more chill,” he said. “They allowed me to have space – trial and error of what I wanted.” Mantilla said grandparents raising grandkids should keep in mind that kids are growing up in a much different time than they did. “It’s a very different generation, so it’s all right to disagree. Grandparents should understand that behaviors are very different than when they were kids.” His grandparents raised their grandson to be a caring and successful person. Mantilla chose a career in helping others and is a case manager at LIFE Senior Services.

Resources for Grandfamilies Raising grandchildren can be a challenging and rewarding experience. Knowing you are not alone in the endeavor can ease the challenges you might face. Below is a list of some helpful resources to assist along your journey.

1 Ability Resources (918) 592-1235, ext. 104 Sandie Sullivan is an Ability Resources counselor with a long history of helping grandparents raising grandchildren.

2 Department of Human Services Okdhs.org • (918) 295-3500 DHS offers resources such as daycare services, food assistance, Medicaid and other governmentfunded programs to benefit lowerincome children.

3 AARP Foundation Grandparent Information Center (GIC) aarp.org/grandparents Online guide for grandfamilies with information about support, legal, education, housing and other issues.

4 Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma Legalaidok.org • 888-534-5243. Assists with legal issues, including guardianship paperwork.

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Nicolas Mantilla

Grandfamilies.org Provides state fact sheets with information about public benefits, educational assistance, legal relationship options and state laws.

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NEW DATE!

Wednesday, August 26 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Exchange Center at Expo Square 4145 East 21st St, Tulsa OK 74114

Save The Date For Oklahoma’s Largest Senior Event! Hosted by LIFE Senior Services and the Tulsa Police Department’s Senior Services Unit, the Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair promotes health, safety, active aging and independent living for older adults and offers resources and support for family caregivers. Last year’s event attracted more than 160 exhibitors and 2,100 people. This event has been rescheduled to Wednesday, August 26, 2020. We’ll be at the same location with the same great events and helpful information, products and services.

Don’t miss our presentations emceed by News On 6 anchor Lori Fullbright.

For more information about sponsorships and exhibitor space visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org or email Carol Carter at ccarter@LIFEseniorservices.org

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WORKING FOR YOUR RIGHTS

Reauthorizing The Older Americans Act A native Oklahoman is hard at work in Washington D.C., heading up the federal agency that works to keep America’s seniors living independently with the support of community-based organizations. BY DEE DUREN, MANAGING EDITOR PHOTO COURTESY OF STEPHEN VOSS

hen President Donald Trump reauthorized the Older Americans Act (OAA) in March, he joined a long history of bipartisan support for a measure first enacted in 1965. The intent of the OAA is to establish programs that help older adults (generally, aged 60 and up) stay independent in their homes and involved in their communities. Some of the best-known programs it funds include Meals on Wheels, Area Agencies on Aging, adult day services, case management services and senior centers. The OAA made provisions for government agencies to support those programs now overseen by the Administration for Community Living (ACL). President Trump appointed Oklahoma native Lance Robertson as Assistant Secretary for Aging in 2017. Before that appointment, Robertson served for 10 years as the Director of Aging Services for Oklahoma's Department of Human Services. He also spent 12 years at Oklahoma State University where he co-founded the Gerontology Institute. Vintage Newsmagazine spoke to Robertson not long after the OAA was reauthorized for five years. Robertson said the act was originally slated to be reauthorized every three years, so it's good news that the latest stamp of approval went two years beyond that. The 2020 Reauthorization also modernized the Act and reinforced local flexibility, giving the agencies closest to the people they serve broader support, he said. "I'm really pleased," he said. "It was the most bipartisan effort I've ever seen when it comes to reauthorization, and it gives us more time to be focused on the things we need to be focused on. The significance is the federal government saying older adults are important, and we need to make sure how we serve them is effective and personalized." 26

Funding for the Older Americans Act for the current fiscal year was $1,649,477,000. Through the 618 Area Agencies on Aging – including our own Indian Nations Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (INCOG-AAA) – funds are channeled into every county in the United States and help support 22,000 community-based organizations, he said. The local emphasis is clearly important to Robertson, who stressed that the ACL serves as a federal partner supporting decision-makers at the state and community levels. The agency partners with state, local and tribal governments, nonprofits and other groups to fund services, research and education that support an elder's right to community living. "We want the decision made as close to the person served as possible," he said. Robertson said the ACL's programs are functioning well in the state of Oklahoma. "The biggest one is Meals on Wheels, which provides congregate and in-home meals,'" he added. "That's 900,000 meals a day, home-delivered. The congregate meals are in senior centers and churches. They serve a meal in fellowship which enhances socialization and fights social isolation." The OAA also funds nutrition sites at several Vintage Housing apartment complexes. Through Adult Day Centers, the OAA provides support for seniors who need safe and structured day programming outside the home. Those programs also help caregivers, people Robertson

calls "the backbone of our nation's long-term care system." The OAA helps support local services like respite vouchers for caregivers through INCOG-AAA, transportation services, legal services, ADvantage case management, elder abuse prevention, diabetes and other health self-management programs, and fall prevention programs. Funding services that help aging adults remain in their homes is important to the country for several reasons, Robertson said. Older Americans are one of the fastest-growing demographics in the country, with an estimated population of 77 million people over the age of 60 in 2020. Surveys show older adults want to live in their communities, and statistics show it's much more affordable. Skilled nursing facilities can cost an average of $75,000 a year, almost triple the cost of helping people maintain their independence, he said. Preserving seniors' independence also keeps a valuable part of the population contributing to our communities. "We're not anti-nursing homes, but people prefer to stay at home," Robertson said. "For more than 50 years, the Older Americans Act has helped people live the lives they want, with the people they choose, throughout their lives. Because of the Older Americans Act, communities across the nation benefit from the wealth of knowledge that comes only with life experience."

"The significance is the federal government saying older adults are important, and we need to make sure how we serve them is effective and personalized."

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Noteworthy EVENTS TO INSPIRE, EDUCATE AND MOTIVATE!

Tulsa Historical Society Launches History at Home Like many of our fellow nonprofits, LIFE Senior Services had to reschedule events, including part of our Musical Mondays concert series. Janet Rutland, who was scheduled to kick off the series of four concerts with an April performance, is now performing with a rescheduled date of August 24. Talk of Tulsa Show Chorus who were scheduled to perform in May, are now closing out the series with a rescheduled performance date of September 24.

View puzzles and more at www.tulsahistory.org The Tulsa Historical Society & Museum, which regularly contributes to Vintage Newsmagazine's "Looking Back" page, has created some fun ways of interacting with their collections during the global pandemic. "Tulsa History at Home" is a new page on the Historical Society's website. There are many activities history fans can enjoy - including very popular online jigsaw puzzles made from photos in the Museum's collection. You can put together

easy puzzles like the 18-piece "Bathing Beauties," circa 1920, to a 90-piece puzzle of the Philcade building circa 1930. There are word search puzzles that feature local subjects of interest like Tulsa's Art Deco buildings, famous Tulsa musicians and Oklahoma trees and birds. You can also listen to more than 100 recordings collected in the Tulsa Historical Society's ongoing oral history project.

Concerts are held at 7 p.m., and doors open at 6 p.m. The ticket price to see some of Tulsa's favorite local performers is $12 per concert or $40 for the entire four-concert series. All four concerts take place at the Cascia Hall Performing Arts Center, 2520 S. Yorktown Ave. Attendees are asked to use the Cascia Hall entrance at 26th and Utica. If there are no further schedule changes because of the COVID-19 shelter-in-place directive, here is the schedule of performances: • June 22 – Richard Miller • July 27 – Ryan & Ryan • August 24 – Janet Rutland • September 14 – Talk of Tulsa Show Chorus

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An Affair of the Heart Like so many popular local events, Braum’s An Affair of the Heart had to be cancelled because of the novel coronavirus precautions. Organizers provided online ordering information on a few of the companies who were to participate in An Affair of the Heart. Kitch & Cookiedoodle – these sister companies in Jenks are a great source for goodies. Kitch offers breakfast and lunch, and Cookiedoodle makes gourmet decorated/ personalized cookies. You can order items from both shops on the Kitch website or order separately. The websites are: www.kitch.cafe and www.Cookiedoodleshop.com. Black Tie Caramel offers candies, sauces and snacks directly from their kitchen to your family. Use code WEARESTRONG2020 for

20% off your purchase. Visit blacktiecaramel. patternbyetsy.com. If you are in the market for daytime pajamas or more traditional nightwear, check out Colada Company. They are a family-owned clothing and loungewear company which offers clothing made in the USA by the Villaclara family. Their website is www.coladaco.com. The final company profiled by the Affair of the Heart organizers is PS: 121 Jewelry. All of the jewelry is handmade by Michael Ann Macaluso and her sons. Visit www.etsy.com/ shop/PS121Jewelry. These online shops and boutiques give supporters an opportunity to buy unique gifts and items for themselves and others.

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We all have a legacy in various forms, and our families need us to help them remember. Pairing digital options with the tried and true methods make this task easier than ever.

uring the SuperBowl this year, we all enjoyed our share of laughs at the annual commercials. But amidst the humor, one ad from Google made a serious point. Opening the scene with someone typing “how to not forget” into the search bar, the commercial went on to show all the ways Google can catalog an older gentleman’s memories of “Loretta.”

REMEMBERING

Preserving Your Legacy No one can tell the story of your life like you can. Here are a few ways people are recording family history and preserving precious memories. BY KELSEY HOLDER

That one tugged at the heartstrings and reminded us that we want to leave behind more than tears. We all have a legacy in various forms, and our families need us to help them remember. Pairing digital options with the tried and true methods make this task easier than ever. THE PROOF With the advent of camera phones, photo storage got an easy shortcut. But what do we do with those old pictures stacked in boxes and photo albums? For one, they can suffer damage and for another, they take up space no one has! Enter companies like Legacy Box. The company’s founders realized the importance of telling the family story and wanted to provide a safe option to digitize memories. The company sends a “Legacybox,” including instructions, barcodes for items included, and pre-paid shipping labels. Customers use it to send in media like photos, VHS tapes, film reels and cassette tapes. The pros digitize these and send them back in an easily stored and easily accessed manner like a thumb drive, DVDs, etc. The company provides a tracking number that allows customers to check in on the process, easing worries about precious memories getting lost. All your memories are consolidated into one easily stored and easily accessed place. The family needs only to click a button, and your story can be told time and again.

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THE STORY How, then, will your family understand the full picture of your life, beyond just the pictures? Now is the time to start putting it in writing. Whether typed or handwritten, your unique story is best told by…you. What are all the anecdotes, monumental events, and the timeline of your life? Think about turning points, joyous occasions, successes, and disappointments. Treat it like a journal, and then pull double duty! Have your kids and grandkids help you pull it all together, letting you tell your story while simultaneously preserving it. They can also provide ideas—ask them what they want to know. Another way to capture the story is by creating an oral history. Smartphones make this an affordable and accessible option, and this also offers a way to preserve your literal voice. An oral history involves interviewing different family members to get a collaborative story. Make a list of visits and questions then hit record. This option can help fill the gaps to the written version or stand alone as its own memory of your voice. TRIED AND TRUE Gathering photos, writing a life story, or making a timeless recording are sizeable undertakings. Some of the old-fashioned preservation methods add specific flair to the story and leave behind special memories of your family’s favorite memories. Try these quick activities:

1 Collect family recipes. Odds are both you and your loved ones can name foods that hearken back to regular time spent together. Grandma’s red velvet cake. Auntie’s famous borscht. Leave your family a taste of the past. 2 Sketch your family tree. Likely, you know more about the family’s lineage than anyone else—you met relatives the grandkids never knew! Make a simple graph or get creative, branching out to create a “who’s who” the next generation can cultivate and grow.

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3 Create a time capsule. We have more than photos and recordings in the hall closet—your mother’s necklace, the pressed flower from your wedding, service medals. These can’t be digitized, but they can be consolidated into a beautiful package of memories with a “do not open until…” instruction to leave behind.

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Taking time to document your life now helps you remember and leaves your family and friends with treasured memories. It’s your legacy. No one can tell it like you.

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MINDBENDER & PUZZLES

WORD SEARCH: OLDER AMERICANS MONTH Find and circle all of the words.

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MUMBO JUMBO A mumbo jumbo is a list of words/hints for you to unscramble. You then take designated letters from each word/hint to come up with the final word that is associated with each hint you have unscrambled. Unscramble each of the clue words. Take the letters that appear boxes and unscramble them for the final word. in Answers on page 39. PUZZLE THEME: Members of a personal unit.

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BAMBOOZABLE A bamboozable is a saying/phrase that is made up of a display of words in an interesting way. The goal is to try to figure out the well-known saying, person, place or thing that each bamboozable is meant to represent. There are six bamboozables below. Answers on page 39.

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STAYING ENGAGED

Retire United Volunteerism doesn’t just benefit those on the receiving end – it’s great for those on the providing side, too. Retire United’s goal is to keep people engaged in helping their communities after leaving the workforce. BY JULIE WENGER WATSON

or some, retirement may mean more time with family. For others, it’s sleeping in or long weekends at the lake. But for many, it’s time to pursue passions and engage with the community. For Tulsans contemplating life beyond the workforce, Retire United, an affinity group of the Tulsa Area United Way (TAUW), provides resources and education to help you make the most of your retirement, as well as opportunities to stay active and involved. You might be aware of TAUW through your participation in “Day of Caring.” Perhaps you and your coworkers volunteered for projects at one of this nonprofit’s partner agencies, like Goodwill Industries of Tulsa or our own LIFE Senior Services, on this annual day of service. Or maybe you’ve donated financially to TAUW’s annual fundraising campaign through your workplace. TAUW works closely with area businesses in its mission to provide a better quality of life through education, health/safety and financial stability.

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While TAUW provides an organized structure for philanthropy and opportunities to volunteer in the community while you’re still working, those needs continue to exist after retirement. That’s where Retire United comes in, with its goal of maintaining ties with individuals after they leave the workplace.

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“The traditional relationship between donors and the United Way has been through the workplace. When an individual leaves their workplace campaign by retirement, we lose touch with them,” Heidi Braver, TAUW’s Director of Volunteer Experiences explained. “Our mission is to keep productive citizens engaged as valuable community resources. We want to offer volunteerism, social and educational programming and even some mentoring opportunities.” Volunteerism and philanthropy don’t just benefit those on the receiving end. They’re great for those on the providing side, too. Research shows that people who volunteer in their community are happier and more satisfied with their lives than those who don’t. For those who find the transition to retirement life challenging and socially isolating, it’s also a chance for forging new friendships, finding a renewed purpose and making rewarding connections. Retire United, which officially launched last fall, hopes to be that resource for its members. “This is a brand new organization, and it’s our first year of programming,” Braver said. “We see opportunities for our retirees to mentor other donors and supporters across our organization. We’re going to have social gatherings at coffee shops each quarter for retirees to have the chance to connect to other like-minded seniors. We’ll be taking a skills survey, so seniors can let us know what skills they have and what volunteer opportunities they’re looking for.”

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The organization will also focus on education, specifically health and wellness in this first year. “And once a year, our signature event is really going to focus on ‘retirement readiness,’ looking at retirement from all aspects. Not just financial,” Braver added. There is currently no monetary obligation to participate in Retire United, and Braver hopes to connect to as many retirees as possible this year as she builds the program. “We just want to find out who these retirees are and learn what they want to do in retirement. What they want to learn about and how they want to continue to give back,” she says. Braver believes retirees are important to the greater Tulsa community, offering a unique and valuable skill set honed by years of experience. “We developed this program specifically with that in mind – how can we take people that have been such a valuable portion of our community and allow them to continue to contribute and mentor the next generation to make sure their legacy stays on in our community and continues to strengthen and grow,” she said.

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Table For Two

HEALTHY EATING THE ‘MYPLATE’ WAY BY KIT HINES, LIFE PACE DIETICIAN As we age, healthy eating can make a big difference in our health, help to improve how we feel and encourage a sense of well-being. Eating healthy has benefits that can help older adults. MyPlate is the nutrition guide that replaced the USDA's food pyramid. It depicts a dinner plate divided into colorful portions. MyPlate is a reminder to find your healthy eating style and build it daily. Everything you eat and drink matters. The right mix can help you be healthier now and in the future.

THIS MEANS:

• Focus on variety, amount and nutrition. • Choose foods and beverages with less saturated fat, sodium and added sugars. • Start with small changes to build healthier eating styles. • Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables - and vary your selections of those. • Make half of your grains whole grains. • Move to low-fat or fat-free milk or yogurt. • Vary your protein choice.

Minestrone Soup with Pasta, Beans and Vegetables INGREDIENTS: • 6 c. vegetable or chicken broth • 1 – 28 oz. can diced tomatoes • 2 cups elbow macaroni • 1 – 15 oz. can kidney, navy or cannellini beans • 4 cups chopped frozen vegetables (any combination) • 1 tsp. dried oregano • 1 tsp. dried thyme • 2 bay leaves • Salt and pepper • ¼ c. grated Parmesan or Romano cheese INSTRUCTIONS: In large stockpot, combine the broth and tomatoes, set over high heat and bring to boil. Add the macaroni, bean, vegetables, oregano, thyme and bay leaves and cook until the macaroni is tender, stirring frequently, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the bay leaves and season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle the soup into bowls, sprinkle cheese over the top and serve. Refrigerate or freeze leftovers.

MyPlate offers ideas and tips to help you create a healthier eating style that meets your individual needs and improves your health. For a colorful visual of MyPlate and the five food groups, go to https://www.choosemyplate.gov. I hope you enjoy the featured recipes which emphasize the protein, grain and vegetable portions of the plate. Please remember to add fruit and dairy to these meals to complete your meal.

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Oven-Fried Chicken

From Quick Fix Meals by Robin Miller INGREDIENTS: • Cooking spray • 1/3 c. flour • ¼ c. yellow cornmeal • ¼ tsp. garlic powder • ¼ tsp. onion powder • ¼ tsp. dried oregano • ¼ tsp. dried basil • 1/8 tsp. salt • Dash of black pepper • 4 boneless chicken breast halves INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat a baking pan with cooking spray. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, yellow cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt and pepper, mixing together with a fork. Add chicken to the mixture and turn to coat evenly, tapping off any excess. Transfer the chicken breast to the prepared baking sheet and spray tops with cooking spray. Bake until the chicken is golden brown - about 30 minutes. Serve two chicken breasts for meal and refrigerate the remainder up to three days or freeze.

Loaded Mashed Potatoes INGREDIENTS: • 2 potatoes • 2 tbsp. water • 2 tbsp. low-fat milk TOPPINGS: • Diced ham or bacon • Shredded cheese • Steamed broccoli • Chives INSTRUCTIONS: Peel and dice potatoes and place in microwave-safe container with water. Microwave 8 minutes. Mash with the milk and add your choice of toppings. Cook for an additional minute in the microwave.

Glazed Carrots: INGREDIENTS: • 12 small carrots, washed and trimmed • 2 tbsp. margarine or butter • 1 tbsp. brown sugar • 2 tbsp. honey INSTRUCTIONS: Cook carrots in small amount of boiling water for 10 minutes. When tender, drain and set aside. Melt margarine in medium skillet. Add sugar and honey and blend. Add carrots. Cook 3 minutes over low heat, stirring to make sure all carrots are glazed.

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PEOPLE & PLACES

Residents at Senior Star at Burgundy Place practice social distancing, while enjoying the pleasure of one another's company.

Judy and Beth at Baptist Village of Broken Arrow work on doily bowls.

You could feel the love at Woodland Terrace as residents shared their advice on Valentine’s Day!

Woodland Terrace residents had a roaring good time at their Senior Prom! Congratulations to Wilma and Jerry for winning Woodland Terrace’s 2020 Prom King and Queen!

A group of Bellarose residents enjoy sitting and reminiscing about the good old days.

Dr. Todd and Rhonda Hoffman, Mary and Dr. Joseph Cunningham are pictured at the Alzheimer's Association's 26th annual Memory Gala on March 28. The theme of the evening was "Imagine a Breakthrough in the Fight Against Alzheimer's by 2025."

Woodland Terrace residents had a roaring good time at their Senior Prom!

Residents at Woodland Terrace enjoyed a full month of cute crafts.

You could feel the love at Woodland Terrace as residents shared their advice on Valentine’s Day!

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A Complete Yard Mowing, edging, weed eating, gutter repairs and cleaning, light hauling. Fence and property line cleaning available. Guaranteed at a fair price. Veteran owned. Available for Broken Arrow and Coweta areas. Call (918) 697-4321. Get Ready for Spring Rototilling for flower beds and vegetable gardens. Planting seasonal flowers and shrubs. Trimming bushes, hedges, and small trees. Gutter cleaning. Experienced. Free estimates. Call Mark at (918) 809-9095 or (918) 698-9164. 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, Walk-behinds, UTV’s / ATV’s. Top Quality work, ASE certified Mechanic. Pick-up and Delivery available. Tulsa and surrounding counties. Maintenance specials include pick-up and delivery 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call Scott (918) 519-3869. New Season Lawn & Tree LLC Always accepting new customers. Spring clean-up available. Mowing, trimming, leaf and debris removal, fence line trim/cleanup, leaf mulching, flower beds. Tree pruning/thinning and removal. Shrub and hedge trimming/ shaping of all sizes. Pressure Washing driveway, decks, siding. ISA Certified Arborist. Fully insured with verified references. Best rates, senior discounts. Free Estimates. Call Todd (918) 639-2262, or visit online at www.newseasonlawnandtree.com.

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.” 20th 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. 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. Doc J’s Heat and Air LLC We install, replace and repair all types and brands of heating, air-conditioning and ventilation equipment. Our contractor has over 25 yrs. of experience. We match quality HVAC systems with your preferences. Seasonal maintenance plans. Get personalize service from our local contractor. Lic # 184978. Call (918) 921-4240, docjsheatandair@gmail.com. Free Storm Inspection Do you have a leaky roof? Call for free inspection/emergency tarp service. Small roof repair free for seniors. We provide patient, honest and ethical help through any insurance claims. Call Carmen at (918) 688-7453. Proof Construction, 1924 W. Albany St., Broken Arrow. Other services include patios, outdoor kitchens, etc. Handyman & Construction Services 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.

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CLASSIFIEDS Housecleaning Solutions & Junk Removal House cleaning, junk removal, furniture moving, clean-ups, hauling, tree trimming. Free estimates. Senior discount. Call Darrell for all your housecleaning and junk removal needs. (918) 644-1776. New Season Junk Removal LLC Commercial and Residential removal of furniture, yard waste, appliances, construction waste. We will dispose of hot tubs, mattresses, and e-waste. Disposal and Recycling of televisions and refrigerators available. Cleanouts include foreclosure clean outs and garage clean outs. Fully Insured. Discounts available for seniorvcitizens, military, first responders. Call Todd at (918) 639-2262 or email NewSeasonJunkRemoval@gmail.com. Visit www.newseasonjunkremoval.com. RDA Remodeling, LLC We offer home repair services, full remodeling and insulation. Call (918) 209-5766. 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.

HOUSING

Overjoyed Not Overwhelmed Some days you want to move, and others, not so much. OVERWHELMED with the process? Let a Certified Senior Housing Specialist (CSHP) guide you through the entire process. One call, One Company, DONE! Licensed and Bonded and BBB Member. Mature Transitions Of Tulsa (918) 728-6543. Senior Friendly Duplex For Rent Senior friendly duplex with 2 bedrooms and 2 bath is available. Located at 75th & Birmingham by ORU this updated unit provides necessities for seniors. Washer, dryer, cable, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, vaulted ceiling, medical alert button. 24 hour security. Also, availablenext door is an oversized Mother-in-law Suite. Call for pricing (918) 491-9929.

HOUSE CLEANING

Live Beautifully! You Deserve It! Here at Moore Cleaning; we want your house to be beautiful. We have over 19 years experience; and references from our loyal customers. Also offering window cleaning and organizing. We customize our cleaning to meet your needs. Reasonable rates. Please call today to set up your appointment. Marybelle Moore (918) 671-5065. Marybellemoore111@gmail.com.

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 Need Legal Help? Call Me First. Ramona Jones, Attorney at Law. Wills, trusts, deeds, advance directives, powers of attorney, divorces, civil, DUI, criminal, guardianships, adoptions and more. Also paperwork for limited scope representation. Credit cards accepted. 1437 South Boulder, Ste. 160, Tulsa, OK (918) 585-2255. Notary Service Same day Regional Notary Service. We have certified professional mobile notaries available. Hours: 9:00 a.m.7:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Saturday and Sunday 12 noon-6:00 p.m. Contact AARS Notary & Tax Service. Sam House (918) 313-4512. Aarsnt.info@gmail.com. www.mailworldtulsa.com. We love seniors! Veteran owned.

MOBILITY EQUIPMENT/REPAIR Mobility City of Tulsa We repair scooters, power chairs, lift chairs, wheelchairs, etc. Friendly service at our retail store or at your home with our mobile van. We also rent and sell all types of mobility equipment. Great deals on new and used items. (918) 600-2112.

MOVERS

Extra Hands for Seniors Citi Haulers, a 5-star moving help company is at your service. We specialize in load and unload moves, maid services, cleanouts and more. We are personal, professional and get the job done right the first time. Please text or call Ashley (918) 313-2890. www.citihaulers.com. Veteran owned. 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

24/7 MONITORING of Your Loved One FamilyWatch, LLC is a company dedicated to watching your loved ones 24/7/365 when you cannot. FamilyWatch provides surveillance in a patient’s room using audio and video monitoring. All electronic monitoring equipment is provided by and maintained by FamilyWatch. Call Lisa Wagman at (330) 749-1221 or visit familywatchok.com Bobbi and Bob’s Personal & Business Assistance Run errands; grocery and personal shopping; transportation to medical appointments, beauty shop, airport or other local destinations; organize home; handle medical insurance claims; provide administrative and secretarial support; wait for deliveries and repairmen at your home. Call

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Bobbi Warshaw at (918) 852-5302 email: bobbi.warshaw@att.net Caring Hands Specialized one on one care for you or your loved one from a licensed nurse. Services I provide for you or your loved one: Companionship, sitter, light housekeeping, and preparing meals. I provide 12/24 hour shifts at an affordable cost. Please call Delia at (405) 714-8016 for more information. Companion Solutions We are a non-medical care service offering a wide range of services custom tailored to fit your needs. We can help with errands/shopping, drs appointments, meal preparation, light housekeeping, wellness checks, medication reminders or companion care. Contact us today for a free consultation (918) 998-2273 (CARE). 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 Trustworthy Chauffer, Cook, Handyman in One! Let me make your life easier by helping your loved one live independently. A former chauffer with background in security, skilled in nutrition and a personal cook. Will run errands with/for your loved one and go to all appointments. I can do minor handy work and housecleaning when needed. Prefer Monday-Saturday. References furnished including most previous employer. Call or text Rex at (918) 510-0091.

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 no long-term commitment. Locally owned and operated (918) 298-0500 or toll-free (877) 885-3277. HALO Medical Alarms Worried about falling? HALO provides medical alert services for those at home or on the go who may need help in an emergency. HALO allows you to get help at the push of a button which is worn as a necklace or wristband. We offer a variety of choices to best fit your needs. Check out the HALO products at our retail store - Mobility City at 61st & Sheridan.(918) 392-0566 or (877) 747-HALO (4256) Quick Response Get your Premier Alert today! No credit checks, no contracts, no hassle. Everyone is approved! Contact Odie G at (918) 951-1522 for stylish alert bracelets in multiple colors. We offer 24/7 protective services with stay on the line feature during emergencies, with certified EMD dispatchers. Ask how you get paid to save lives. Rep code LSM52821. For free digital brochures www.electroniccaregivers.com.

PERSONAL SERVICES Affordable Hairstyling In-Home or My Shop With 35 years’ experience, I can help with all of your hairstyling needs. I will come to your home, the hospital, rehab or you can come to my shop. In-shop special: haircut $7 for first time customers only and perms for $45. Senior special pricing can’t be beat! Available Tuesday – Saturday. A Mane Event hairstyling, located near 11th and Yale at 937 South Canton. 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, pedicures. Licensed and Insured. Visit our website www.inhomebeautyservicesoftulsa.com. Call (918) 630-6274. Manicures & Pedicures by “Patricia” 19 years experience. Available Monday thru Friday “By Appointment”. Regular Manicure $12. Gel Manicure $17. Mini Pedicure $15. Regular Pedicure $20. Paraffin treatment with other service $5. Just paraffin treatment for hands or feet $10. Salon Retro located at 5661 East 41st Street in Highland Plaza Center. Call Patricia at (918) 671-2305. Salon Retro Hair care for men and women, specializing in senior clients. This month’s special - First time customers receive one of the following for $12: Haircut or Style or Manicure. $45 for cut and perm. Pedicures are $20. Very Experienced Hairdressers! Come see us in Midtown at Highland Plaza, 5661 East 41st Street (corner of 41st and Hudson). (918) 742-3440.

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.

SOCIAL/SUPPORT GROUP

Learn American Style Mah Jongg Make new friends and stimulate memory function! mzjojames@gmail.com. (918) 519-5601. 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

My Driver Transportation Service Let me do the driving. To and from work, airport, shopping, errands, post office, appointments. Also, LIFT VAN

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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.

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TRAVEL/DAY TRIPS

EXCITING DAY TRIPS IN 2020! The Tulsa Travelers, an active senior travel club, has a full list of day trips (and some longer ones) to fun and affordable destinations within easy reach. For a complete list call David at (918) 494-0649, or email: david@thetravelgroup.biz, or just visit www.thetravelgroup.biz to check out and sign up for any trip from our Web Store. This is your time; don't let it get away!

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Sophisticated Seconds, an upscale re-sale shop is looking for volunteers. Join the fun!! Great Incentives. Retail experience helpful, but not necessary. Flexible hours in a fun environment that helps Hospice of Green Country’s patients. Please contact Carol at Hospice of Green Country (918) 388-1321. Enjoy volunteering while helping others!

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Articles inside

Table For Two

Caregiver Corner

Looking Back

Business Directory

Reauthorizing The Older Americans Act

Retire United

Letter from Eileen

Noteworthy