TABLE OF CONTENTS
Vol. 33, No. 4
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So much has changed when it comes to how information and entertainment are consumed. Now, media exists in realms we never even imagined – from voice-activated televisions to completely digitized magazines, newspapers and books. What else does the future hold in terms of information consumption?
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18 Transmitting Tulsa
In this internet-driven digital age with its flood of data and surplus of information, it’s hard to remember there was a time when television was a revolutionary technology. Today, the tech is commonplace, but has a long and interesting history. For Tulsans, that history is currently on display in “Transmitting Tulsa: On Screen and Over the Airwaves,” an informative and entertaining exhibit at the Tulsa Historical Society & Museum.
6 Letter from the Publisher 8 Looking Back 10 Caregiver Corner Fall Into Caregiving 12 Medicare & You Should You Enroll in Medicare Part D for 2019? 28 Healthy Aging Keep Your Smile and Your Health 29 In the Spotlight 4
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
The Paper Tale: History of Tulsa’s Newspapers At the turn of the 19th century, Tulsa was more cow town than boomtown. As the city continued to grow and change, so did its source of news. In 1895, Tulsa business leaders were dissatisfied with what they viewed as sensational reporting in the city’s existing paper, The Indian Republican. From there sprang numerous shifts and changes in Tulsa’s printed paper landscape.
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Carol Carter Copy Editor
24 How to Spot Fake News
Since social media and the 2016 election, the term “fake news” and all its attendant evils seem to dominate our airwaves and newsfeed. But what exactly is fake news, and how do you spot it?
26 Across the Airwaves
Radio has played an important role in Oklahoma's communication history. Radio has gone through several changes over the years, fulfilling the needs of Oklahoma citizens. Beginning with recorded music and news, it evolved into dramatic programming and live musical performances.
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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.
A donation of $25 per year is suggested. To make a donation, visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org/VintageDonate or call (918) 664-9000. LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine accepts advertising to defray the cost of production and distribution, and appreciates the support of its advertisers. The publisher does not specifically endorse advertisers or their products or services. LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine reserves the right to refuse advertising. Rates are available upon request by calling (918) 664-9000. © LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine and LIFE Senior Services, Inc., 2018. All rights reserved. Reproduction without consent of the publisher is prohibited. Volume 33, Issue 4, October 2018 LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine (ISSN 2168-8494) (USPS 18320) is published monthly by LIFE Senior Services, 5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa, OK 74135. Periodicals postage paid at Tulsa, OK. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine, 5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa, OK 74135-5114.
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he evolution of media and how we get our news and information is rapidly changing and progressing. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, most Americans got their news from newspapers and magazines. However, within the last 50 years, TV journalism has become a dominant form of news consumption. Today, with the rise of the internet and social media networks, a vast amount of news and information is consumed digitally and nearly instantaneously. In this month’s issue, we take a look at the past, present and future of various types of media in Tulsa. Before the Tulsa World dominated the newsstands, there were other papers that paved the way. Learn more about some of Tulsa’s earliest printed newspapers, as well as the history of the Tulsa World, on page 14. Plus, find information about Oklahoma’s preeminent African-American newspaper: the Oklahoma Eagle. Even though TV seems like “old news” today, at one point it was a revolutionary technology. For Tulsans, the history of television broadcasting is on display in Tulsa Historical Society’s “Transmitting Tulsa: On Screen and Over the Airwaves” exhibit. The exhibit traces the history of television, as well as radio, in Tulsa from their origins through the 1970s with photographs, memorabilia and stories. Learn more about Tulsa’s television history on page 18.
Laura Kenny President and CEO of LIFE Senior Services, LIFE’s Vintage Housing and LIFE PACE
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Since social media and the 2016 election, the term “fake news” has become increasingly prevalent, but what constitutes fake news? And better yet, how do you make sure you don’t fall victim to it? Learn about the fake news phenomena and how to sniff out false or biased news on page 24. On page 26, we dedicate an article to the important role that radio has played in Oklahoma’s communication history. It is likely the first voice that came over Oklahoma’s airwaves was broadcast from the military radio base at Post Field in Lawton shortly after World War I. However, that’s only the beginning when it comes to Oklahoma’s radio history. If you remember back in July, we had our annual Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair at the Exchange Center. At the fair, we received quite a bit of feedback from seniors who were looking for dental care information and resources. We thought we should take this opportunity to highlight the importance of dental care, as well as offer our readers information about dental care resources, in this month’s Healthy Aging column on page 28. As always, we hope you enjoy this month’s issue of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine!
Where do we go from here in terms of media and information consumption? We delve into that question on page 22, specifically looking at how seniors and baby boomers are using new media channels like social media. Plus, we take a peek into what the future might hold in terms of new technology and new ways of disseminating information.
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LOOKING BACK
Media in Tulsa
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Edsel in the KVOO-TV (now KJRH) studio while filming a PEMCO gas station commercial, July 1958. The studio was designed with a special rotating floor specifically made for turning cars easily.
“Easy Duz It” program on KTUL radio, September 2, 1949.
Lee Woodward hosting “Dance Party,” early 1960s.
“Kids Karnival” was one of the earliest children’s programs on KOTV – the first TV station in Tulsa. A child from the audience is on-stage playing “Strike It Rich,” c. early 1950s.
KRMG mobile news unit, October 1956.
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this month in history October 3, 1967: Woody Guthrie died
Woodrow Wilson Guthrie, whom Bob Dylan would later call “the true voice of the American spirit,” was a native of Okemah, Oklahoma. He was born in 1912 during the Great Depression. Guthrie penned the Dust Bowl Ballads and recorded “This Land is Your Land.” He was 55 when he died from complications of Huntington’s disease, a genetic disorder that likely killed his mother. October 7, 2003: Arnold Schwarzenegger became California governor
Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected governor of California, the most populous state in the nation with the world’s fifth largest economy. Despite his inexperience, Schwarzenegger came out on top in the 11-week campaign to replace Gray Davis, who had earlier become the first United States governor to be recalled by the people since 1921. October 13, 1792: White House cornerstone laid
The cornerstone was laid for a presidential residence in the newly designated capital city of Washington. In 1800, President John Adams became the first president to reside there, which soon became known as the White House because its white-gray Virginia freestone contrasted strikingly with the red brick of nearby buildings.
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October 21, 1910: Bomb exploded in the Los Angeles Times building
A massive explosion destroyed the Los Angeles Times building in the city’s downtown area, killing 21 and injuring many more. Since publisher Harrison Otis, an opponent of unions, believed that the bomb was directed at him, he hired the nation’s premier private detective, William J. Burns, to crack the case. The investigation led him to Bridge and Structural Iron Workers Union and their treasurer John J. McNamara. October 24, 1861: Western Union completed first transcontinental telegraph line
Workers of the Western Union Telegraph Company linked the eastern and western telegraph networks at Salt Lake City, Utah, completing a transcontinental line that for the first time allowed instant communication between Washington, D.C., and San Francisco. Stephen J. Field, chief justice of California, sent the first transcontinental telegram to President Abraham Lincoln. October 31, 1926: Houdini died
Harry Houdini, the most celebrated magician and escape artist of the 20th century, died of peritonitis. Twelve days before, Houdini had been talking to students in Montreal when he commented on the strength of his stomach muscles and their ability to withstand hard blows. Suddenly, one of the students punched Houdini in the stomach. The magician didn’t have time to prepare, and the blow ruptured his appendix. The burst appendix poisoned his system, and he died. © The History Channel www.LIFEseniorservices.org
CAREGIVER CORNER
Fall Into Caregiving
A Positive Approach to Care for Persons with Dementia
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ith the crisp fall weather upon us, now is a great time to be outside. Caregivers and the loved ones they care for will both reap the benefits from doing so. There are several ways to take advantage of this weather and provide an engaging and positive experience for both you and the care recipient.
Get outdoors
The benefits of fresh air and sunshine are abundant. Getting as little as a few minutes of sunshine a day helps naturally increase levels of Vitamin D, which has been shown to help fight off osteoporosis, cancer and depression. Sitting outside allows for a change of scenery and provides fresh, cool air.
Get moving
Results of a 2015 study at Stanford University found that those who walked in nature experienced less anxiety and rumination (focused attention on negative aspects of oneself ) and experienced more positive emotions like happiness. Take a walk while enjoying the sights of fall – make it a scavenger hunt and look for pumpkins on porches and fall décor. You can also gather leaves to observe the shapes, enjoy the colors and feel the textures. If they are dry, crunch them up in your hands and toss them like confetti!
Get your hands dirty
Gardening is a fun and easy way to engage people socially, creatively and cognitively. Can you dig it? If so, this is the time to plant pansies and mums. Digging in the dirt has proven results of decreasing stress and agitation and improving sleep. Planting can be done in a window box, container pot or in the ground. If the person being cared for is not able to plant, there are other ways to engage them in the process. They can help water or prune. An indoor plant will serve as a bright and lively addition to any space it occupies.
Engage with others
Isolation can be lonely, so it is important to look for ways to actively engage with others. Caregivers can plan a picnic in the park or just walk around. Parks can be a great place for social interaction. The Gathering Place is now open and is a wonderful place to explore and meet others.
Bring the outdoors in
For those who are not able to make it outside, you can position a chair next to a window to take advantage of natural light, providing a window seat to the world. Open the window to help circulate the air and enjoy the fresh smells and sights and sounds of nature – birds migrating and fall foliage showing off its vibrant colors. Gather some leaves from outside and bring them in to provide a tactile and engaging activity. It is important for caregivers to facilitate activities that provide enjoyment for themselves, as well as the person they are caring for. Incorporate ways to engage and connect while taking advantage of this time of year – air, sunshine, walks and pops of color from seasonal plantings can be enjoyed by everyone. Happy fall! by Nancy Moore, Public Relations Coordinator, Montereau Retirement Community 10
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Until there is a cure, there’s care. Teepa Snow and the Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Team offer the practical skills that caregivers need to provide better care for those living with dementia. Join PACcertified trainer Linn Possell for a full day of dementia caregiving tips and tools. This training will offer insight into behaviors, disease processes and communication strategies, as well as empower both family and professional caregivers to offer personcentered care. This training approach has been called life changing in terms of helping persons with dementia. The one-day class includes local resources for family caregivers and continuing education for many licensures and certifications. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Reservations and tickets are required. Space is limited.
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MEDICARE & YOU
If you have drug coverage now that is at least as good as or better than Medicare's basic drug coverage (i.e., "creditable") and you’re satisfied with it, you probably should keep your current coverage. If you need to join a Medicare prescription drug plan later, you can do so without penalty. The company that provides your drug benefits, such as an insurance company through an employer or union, should send you a written notice once a year telling you whether your coverage is creditable. You should have received this notice in September. If you are not notified, call and ask for their answer in writing.
If you do not have drug coverage or have drug coverage that is not as good as Medicare's, you need to think about whether Medicare Part D will help you. Questions to consider include:
Will a Medicare drug plan save me money? Make a list of your prescriptions, the dosages and what you pay each month. Then, compare what you pay now with what you would pay if you enrolled in a drug plan, including the monthly premium. If you have high drug costs, you may save money by enrolling in a Medicare drug plan, but make sure that the plan you choose covers the drugs you need and works at the pharmacies you use most frequently.
I have very low prescription drug costs, so why would I consider enrolling in a Medicare drug plan?
Can I get help paying for Medicare prescription drug coverage if I have limited income and resources?
If you have low prescription drug costs, having Medicare drug coverage could cost you more now, but could protect you from high drug costs in the future. You may want to consider enrolling in a plan that offers a low monthly premium to ensure that you do have coverage if your prescription drug needs change.
Yes, if your income is less than approximately $1,538 a month in 2018 ($2,078 for couples) and your resources are less than $14,100 ($28,150 for couples). If you meet these guidelines, you should apply for the Extra Help/Low-Income Subsidy (LIS), and then enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan. With the Extra Help, most of your drug plan costs will be paid for by the government.
If I didn’t enroll in a Medicare drug plan when I was first eligible, can I enroll in a plan now?
Where can I get help enrolling in a Part D drug plan?
If you didn’t enroll when you were first eligible for Medicare Part D, you can enroll now during Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period. However, you should know that if you didn’t have other creditable prescription drug coverage for 63 days or more in a row, you may also have to pay a late enrollment penalty. The penalty is one percent of an average national premium – $33.19 in 2019 – for every month you were eligible for Medicare Part D, but not enrolled in a plan. If you qualify for Extra Help, you will be granted a Special Enrollment Period to enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan and will not have to pay a late enrollment premium penalty.
Comparing your plan choices is important and help is just a click away with Medicare’s Plan Finder at www.medicare.gov. The Plan Finder includes all of the 2019 health and drug plan cost information to make it as easy as possible to compare and select plans. Enter the drugs you take to find out how you can lower your costs and review the plan’s ratings to compare plan quality. If you find a plan that meets your needs, you can join the plan online starting October 15. For one-on-one help, LIFE’s Medicare Assistance Program offers Medicare Part D assistance clinics throughout the annual enrollment period. Medicare volunteer counselors will help you compare Medicare Part D plans and assist you in selecting your drug coverage for 2019. by Cindy Loftin Medicare Assistance Program Coordinator, LIFE Senior Services
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The Paper
Tale History of Tulsa’s Newspapers
Tulsa World building, 1946
Lloyd-Jones men reading the Tribune, c. 1950s
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At the turn of the 19th century, Tulsa was more cow town than boomtown. Cattle drives dominated the dusty, unpaved streets. Makeshift homes and stores surrounded the railroad tracks.
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ut the 1905 discovery of the nearby Glenn Pool oil field transformed Tulsa into the Oil Capital of the World. Office buildings, hotels and banks sprang up in Tulsa’s shiny new downtown to serve the city’s growing population. From 1907 when Oklahoma became a state to 1910, Tulsa’s population more than doubled from 7,298 residents to 18,182.
Paper Battles
As the city was growing and changing, so was its source of news. In 1895, Tulsa business leaders were dissatisfied with what they viewed as sensational reporting in the city’s existing paper, the Indian Republican. They established The New Era to report positive news and the progress of Tulsa as a leading town in Indian Territory. In 1898, The New Era owners changed the paper’s name to the Tulsa Democrat to reflect their support of Democratic Party leader William Jennings Bryan. The paper was unprofitable, however, and went through a series of owners and publishers until it was purchased by William Stryker in 1905. That same year, Republican Party activist James F. McCoy and Kansas journalist J.R. Brady published the first issue of the Tulsa World. At the time, Brady was also publishing the weekly Indian Republican – the paper The New Era owners had found to be “sensational.”
Men setting type plates for the Tulsa Tribune, c. 1940s Photo courtesy of Tulsa Historical Society & Museum
headed by Frank Franz, the governor of Oklahoma Territory, and Dennis Flynn, a former congressional delegate,” wrote World staff writer Randy Krehbiel in 2005. Krehbiel explains that Brady, the World’s editor, belonged to a prominent Kansas Republican family. “The World advocated single statehood (as opposed to separate statehood for Oklahoma and Indian territories). It was against Jim Crow laws, the Democratic clique identified with Charles Haskell and most restrictions on Indian allotments.” Brady sufficiently established the Tulsa World so that it attracted a Missouri mine owner, George Bayne, and his brother-in-law, Charles Dent, who bought and ran the paper for five years. In 1911, Eugene Lorton, who had just sold his stake in a Walla Walla, Washington, newspaper, moved to Tulsa, bought an interest in the Tulsa World, became its editor and then, with financial backing from Harry Ford Sinclair, became the sole owner and publisher in 1917. The Lorton family retained ownership until 2013.
“The World's niche when it first appeared on the afternoon of September 14, 1905, was much narrower – promoting a Republican Party faction
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Two Papers, Two Sides
The day after Lorton took ownership, the World boasted the tagline "Oklahoma's Greatest Newspaper" under its logo at the top of the front page. The phrase remained the newspaper's unofficial motto for nearly 80 years. “The phrase typified Lorton's boldness,” wrote Krehbiel. “He rejected the notion, then common, that a newspaper should be the mouthpiece of any party, faction or individual.” In 1919, Lorton wrote, "It is the duty of a newspaper to expose evil, sham and graft; to arraign at the bar of public opinion, and eventually bring to justice, the officials of the city, state or national government who have betrayed their trust. It is not its duty or privilege to print untrue or libelous stories." Lorton wrote this in the midst of an editorial battle over where Tulsa should obtain its water. “The lack of clean, safe water had plagued Tulsa since its earliest years, resulting in, among other things, a high rate of typhoid and related diseases,” Krehbiel wrote. In 1915, Lorton and the World advocated the proposal to build a reservoir on Spavinaw Creek and pipe the water nearly 90 miles to Tulsa. The expensive undertaking would solve the city’s water issues for generations.
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The new owner of the Democrat, Sand Springs city founder Charles Page, was among those opposed to the Spavinaw plan. Page advocated obtaining water from Shell Creek near Sand Springs, which Page owned. “In 1916, Page bought the Democrat and started a companion newspaper, the Morning Times, with the expressed intention of silencing the World,” Krehbiel wrote. The newspapers fought the water battle on their pages for three years. “The World called Page a tax cheat who used his well-known philanthropy to hide assets and camouflage predatory business practices,” Krehbiel recounts. “The Democrat and the Morning Times called Lorton and Dent ‘two hounds from hell,’ and suggested that they be lynched or at least chased out of town.”
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The long, bitter and ultimately successful campaign to build the conduit from Spavinaw Creek to Tulsa not only gave Tulsa its first reliable water source, but cemented the World’s credibility. Page closed the Morning Times in 1919 and sold the Democrat to Richard Lloyd Jones, an Illinois native and former editor of Collier's, Cosmopolitan and the Wisconsin State Journal. Jones renamed it the Tulsa Tribune on January 1, 1920.
From Water to Fire: The 1921 Race Riot
As the Spavinaw debate drew to a close, a more serious crisis rocked the city. The Tulsa Race Riot began the morning of May 31, 1921, and continued for 24 hours, leaving hundreds of African-American Tulsans dead, injured or homeless and destroying the then-prosperous Greenwood business district. The two papers stood on distinct sides of the incident. Tulsa World editorialist Tom Latta wrote on June 2, 1921, “Nothing that the mind is capable of conceiving permits a word of defense or excuse of the murderous vandalism … The German invasion of Belgium with its awful consequences was not more unjustified or characterized with any greater cruelty." The May 31, 1921, edition of the Tulsa Tribune included a front-page story with the headline, “Nab Negro for Attacking Girl in Elevator.” The article described what was later found to be an accidental encounter between a white elevator operator and a black teenager named Dick Rowland.
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According to the Report by the Oklahoma Commission to Study the Race Riot of 1921, the Tribune's story is frequently named as a contributing factor in the massacre. The report is one of several that claim the same issue of the Tribune also contained a second article, or editorial, reporting on plans by white residents to lynch Rowland. All originals of this edition of the newspaper were apparently destroyed, and the relevant pages are also missing from the microfilm copy, so the facts remain in dispute. Throughout the 1920s, the Tulsa World was known for its opposition to the Ku Klux Klan. Lorton detested the Klan and used his newspaper to identify the secret society's local leaders and the politicians on its membership rolls. The campaign against the Klan contributed to Lorton’s split from the Republican Party and his endorsement of several Democratic candidates. The Tribune was known for its opposition to Oklahoma Governor Jack C. Walton, who in 1923 declared martial law as part of his efforts to investigate the Ku Klux Klan. The paper claimed he was establishing an “armed dictatorship.” Walton later placed a censor at the Tribune office after it ran an advertisement encouraging Klan members to resist his declaration. Walton was ultimately impeached and removed from office for his declaration of martial law, which is illegal in the Oklahoma constitution.
Stronger Together
Early politics aside, Tulsa’s two papers have much in common – not the least of which is their contribution to the city’s downtown landscape. In 1924, the Tulsa Tribune moved to a new building at 20 E. Archer St. where it remained until 1942. According to the Tulsa Historical Society’s Tribune Foundation Research Center Exhibit, the Tribune Building was the first in Oklahoma built specifically to house a newspaper.
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The Eagle That Rose From the Ashes
Edward Goodwin Sr.
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It’s a surprise the Oklahoma Eagle wasn’t named the Oklahoma Phoenix. Like the mythical bird that rose from the ashes, the Eagle – Oklahoma’s preeminent African-American newspaper – was created after its predecessor the Tulsa Star was destroyed in the 1921 race riot. For eight years, the Tulsa Star championed AfricanAmerican causes, promoted progress and stability, and provided leadership and influence within Tulsa’s black community, until its $15,000 news plant was destroyed by fire in the massacre. In 1936, Edward Goodwin Sr. purchased the paper and renamed it the Eagle. Ed Goodwin Jr. and his younger brothers and sisters helped out at the paper when not in school. Ed and his brother James (Jim) grew up to join their father full time, each serving as editor or publisher at various times, as the paper built a national reputation for its commitment to Tulsa’s black community and the forum it provided for exploring the issues affecting it. The Eagle has remained in the Goodwin family for 82 years. Today Jim, an attorney at Goodwin & Goodwin, is the owner and publisher of the weekly newspaper that maintains its special emphasis on the African-American community.
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A banner headline announced the impending demise of the Tulsa Tribune newspaper
Pressman Wayne Dood checks over the last edition of the Tulsa Tribune on September 30, 1992
Photo courtesy of the Tulsa World
Photo courtesy of the Tulsa World
“It also introduced the ‘gravity system’ to Oklahoma under which the preparation of the daily paper began on the sixth floor and progressed down through pressrooms and business offices on the intermediate floors until it reached the printing presses on the bottom,” says Maggie Brown, Tulsa Historical Society & Museum's director of exhibits.
That evening, legendary Tulsa newsman and KOTV anchor Clayton Vaughn closed the evening broadcast saying, “In the end, Jenk Jones Sr. included television – what you’re watching right now – as one of the primary causes for the endangered species status of afternoon newspapers and the extinction of the Tulsa Tribune.”
In 1914, the World moved to a new building on 4th Street between Main and Boulder, and in 1918 to its fourth and final home on the east side of Boulder between 3rd and 4th Streets.
He concluded, “But we cannot un-invent technology. It goes only one way, and we can’t go back. We can’t go back to pre-TV, when an afternoon newspaper could tell you something you hadn’t already seen, live, in color, from the scene as it happens. We can’t un-invent things, and in the end that law of nature ended the Trib, drowned in a sea of information that washes over us all in higher and higher tides.”
In 1941, the World and the Tribune combined all non-editorial operations under the Newspaper Printing Corporation, which provided a combined printing plant. The Tribune moved into the World Building on Boulder, and, after World War II, construction began on an addition called the NPC Building. The plant expanded again in the 1970s, extending through the block to Main Street. Eugene Lorton died in 1949, leaving majority interest in the Tulsa World to his wife Maude and smaller shares to four daughters from a previous marriage and 20 employees. “He intended, he said, for the employees eventually to own the World,” wrote Krehbiel. Maude, however, had different plans for the World. “During the 1950s, she transferred one-fourth of the company from her holdings to attorney Byron Boone, who became publisher in 1959. But upon her death in 1962, she left the rest of her shares to her grandson Robert,” Krehbiel wrote. After starting as a reporter in 1959, Robert worked his way up, eventually becoming publisher of the Tulsa World upon Boone’s death in 1988. The Tribune remained under the Lloyd Jones family's ownership for several decades. Richard Lloyd Jones Jr. was president of the Newspaper Printing Corporation, and Jenkin Lloyd Jones served as editor and publisher of the Tribune until 1992. Like other large city evening newspapers, the Tribune’s readership had declined, causing financial losses. The World bought the Tribune’s interest in the Newspaper Printing Corporation. The Tribune then ceased publication, printing its final edition on September 30, 1992. By the time the publication ceased, three different generations of the Lloyd Jones family had overseen operations from 1919 to 1992.
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In 1997, Robert E. Lorton III became president of World Publishing Company with his father Robert Lorton Jr. retaining the title of publisher. Over the years, the World has installed new presses, capable of printing 70,000 copies an hour. But, like the impact of television on the Tribune, the World faces another new technology: the internet. In February 2013, the World was sold to Berkshire Hathaway's BH Media Group, controlled by Warren Buffett. In 2015, BH Media bought six weekly papers and the daily Tulsa Business & Legal News from Community Publishers, Inc. On April 20 of that year, four Tulsa World journalists — including two nominated for the Pulitzer Prize — suddenly resigned their jobs to accept positions at The Frontier, a new online-only publication launched by the former World publisher Bobby Lorton. Today, the World faces the same modern issues as scores of American newspapers. But don't mistake the decline of newspapers with the decline of journalism. Newspapers – hard copy or online – serve an important role. “There are two kinds of newspapers. One is an organ, and the other an institution,” Eugene Lorton wrote in 1919. “The newspaper which becomes an institution does so by immersing itself in the life of a community and becoming an integral part of its growth and prosperity. It has a broad perspective and keeps its policy always in the advance of the growth and development of the community. The Tulsa World is that sort.” by Karen Szabo
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In this internet-driven digital age with its flood of data and surplus of information, it’s hard to remember there was a time in the not so distant past when television was a revolutionary technology.
rior to 1947, the number of homes in the U.S. with television sets numbered in the thousands. By the close of the 20th century, 98 percent of U.S. homes had at least one. For many of us, the history of television parallels the history of our lives. For Tulsans, that history is currently on display in “Transmitting Tulsa: On Screen and Over the Airwaves,” an informative and entertaining exhibit at the Tulsa Historical Society & Museum. This large and colorful exhibit traces the history of radio and television in Tulsa from their origins through the 1970s with photographs, memorabilia and stories. It’s a true walk down memory lane with plenty of visuals, facts and figures – and for those of us who grew up with Lee Woodward’s Lionel or John Chick’s Mr. Zing & Tuffy – more than a few familiar faces.
The Romper Room's Miss Peggy, c. 1965
According to Maggie Brown, Tulsa Historical Society’s director of exhibits, this exhibition has been a popular one.
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“I think the topic definitely makes it entertaining. It tends to be fun and positive in visitors’ memories,” she notes. “This one covers a wide range of time. We felt like people would really have fun going through this gallery because there are so many things that people would remember from their lifetimes in a positive way.” The exhibit begins with a brief outline of the way this once new technology began, spurred along by advancements in communication necessitated by war. While far removed from the coasts, Oklahoma and the city of Tulsa with their oil wealth, were right on trend with the development of both radio and television. “I think Tulsa, especially when you look back on the early oil boom years, was oftentimes ahead of other places because there was a lot of money here, and there were also some oilmen who were progressive when it came to technology,” Brown explains. “They wanted to be on the forefront. There were always those people who were trying to stay ahead of the curve when it came to technology.” Television stations arrived in Oklahoma in 1949 – WKY-TV in Oklahoma City and KOTV in Tulsa. In Tulsa, it was a woman, Helen Alvarez, who understood the medium’s potential and pushed for the city’s first station. Hired in the late 1940s by KTUL (a radio station at that time) to research and analyze television’s feasibility in the market, Alvarez concluded the timing was right to introduce a station, but KTUL was hesitant to make the move. Confident in her conclusions, Alvarez teamed up with oilman George Cameron and salesman John Hill to create Cameron Television Corporation, and KOTV Channel 6 was born.
Lee Woodward and Lionel Photo courtesy of Tulsa Historical Society & Museum
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As stations proliferated across the U.S. and in the state and city, so did the personalities and characters that populated its airwaves, beaming directly into people’s homes and lives just like friends and neighbors. The Tulsa Historical Society's exhibit highlights many.
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“People really love King Lionel, and we see lots of people taking pictures with him,” Brown laughs. King Lionel was the creation of Lee Woodward, a Tulsa TV weatherman and on-air personality for KOTV. Using an abandoned lion puppet prop stored in the station’s attic, Woodward debuted the new TV star in the late 1950s. Lionel and Woodward hosted a children’s show on the network for six years. By the 1970s, Lionel had worked his way onto the station’s 5 p.m. daily newscasts, reporting the weather with Woodward, chatting with the other anchors and offering his own commentary. Lionel was well loved by children and adults alike, many of who sent the puppet gifts and letters, some of which can be seen at the exhibit. Neighboring Lionel and his kingdom in the gallery is a friendly-looking robot, another visitor favorite. The original Oom-A-Gog was a 7-foot aluminum creature with flashing eyes who hosted an after school TV program featuring cartoons and a live audience through the late 1960s. Perhaps not as well known as Lionel, his reproduction at the exhibit is definitely popular. “Not as many people remember Oom-A-Gog,” says Brown. “But because he’s a robot, he seems pretty cool. I made sure that I got to take the very first picture with Oom-A-Gog right before the exhibit opened.” Another program featured in the gallery is “The Romper Room,” a franchised educational production that locally starred Tulsa teachers Miss Peggy and Miss Lynn. Each daily episode included a new lesson on how to behave from the “Do Bee/Don’t Bee” poster. Although those particular lessons may be long forgotten, what thousands of Tulsans still recall is the moment at the end of each program when the teacher would look into her “magic mirror” and call out specific children’s names. It is shared memories like those that highlight the impact those early broadcasts had on a nation, and on our city. “I see people having discussions about the things they remember or characters they remember and having great conversations,” Brown comments. Other Tulsa television programs featured include “Dance Party,” a local version of “American Bandstand” hosted on Saturday mornings by KOTV during the 1950s and 60s, and the perennial cult favorite, “The Uncanny Film Festival and Camp Meeting” with the famous Dr. Mazeppa Pompazoidi, brought to life by Tulsa actor Gailard Sartain. Sartain went on to star in the nationally syndicated “Hee Haw,” as well as a number of films, and Mazeppa’s legend lives on to this day with many fans. “I think our goals are always to try to tell the history in an interesting way that people will enjoy because our goal is always to help people connect to the story of their own town and to realize that history is interesting and important,” Brown explains. “It’s also for people who come here from a different community and maybe don’t know anything about Tulsa history to find something within the exhibit that will remind them of their own hometown. I think anyone could walk into that gallery and find something that would interest them, something that would remind them of wherever they grew up, even if it wasn’t Tulsa.” This exhibit will continue through June 2019. Entrance is free for members, and a discount is available for seniors and students. For more information, visit www.tulsahistory.org. by Julie Wenger Watson
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2018 Tulsa Area United Way’s Day of Caring
A group from Montereau threw a party for LIFE's Adult Day Health participants
LIFE Senior Services appreciates all of the companies and individuals who participated in this year’s Day of Caring on Friday, September 14. There were numerous projects undertaken, including painting murals, hosting parties for LIFE’s Adult Day Health participants, and cleaning apartments and providing lunch for LIFE’s Vintage Housing residents at Kenosha Landing. We want to thank each company for donating their time and talents to LIFE Senior Services and our participants. We hope you’ll join us again next year! AEP Public Service Company of Oklahoma Key Personnel Montereau Williams
2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
LIFE’s Teresia Bruce, Linda Harris, Toy Hughes and Jennifer Fulbright at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
LIFE Senior Services staff and employees spent part of August and September raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s Association, Oklahoma Chapter. Through various fundraising activities, including a bake sale, T-shirt sale and raffle, LIFE raised more than $600 to donate toward the cause. On Saturday, September 15 at the University of Tulsa campus, LIFE’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s team joined together with hundreds of other walkers to help find a cure and end Alzheimer’s!
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There is a misconception among young people that seniors are not tech-savvy. They just use it differently. – Libby Bender, Chief Branding Officer with Cubic Creative
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Future of Media
Consumption So much has changed when it comes to how information and entertainment are consumed. For many of our readers, radio, newspapers and (if you were lucky) a black and white TV were all that was available when you were a child. Now, media exists in realms we never even imagined – from voice-activated televisions to completely digitized magazines, newspapers and books.
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t’s inevitable that media and information consumption will continue to change over the next few decades, which leaves us wondering … what does the future hold for television, the internet, books and the like?
Seniors and Media There is a misconception among young people that seniors are not tech-savvy. “They just use it differently,” Bender says.
Libby Bender is the chief branding officer for Cubic Creative in Tulsa and has been on the forefront of changes in media throughout her career. A leader in the creative industry, which relies heavily upon technology, Bender is a self-admitted old-timer. But that doesn’t keep her from staying on top of where technology is headed.
“It reminds us of simpler times,” Bender says. “We can romanticize about growing up.”
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One of the qualities baby boomers and the greatest generation value about technology is the way it can connect them with earlier times through old movies and songs.
One of the forms of media that seniors have embraced is Facebook. According to the Pew Research Center, 37 percent of adults 65 and
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older in the U.S. now use at least one social networking site. In 2008, that number was just 2 percent. “When I graduated high school, we didn’t have a way to keep track of each other besides sending a letter,” Bender says. “Facebook brought us back together 35 years later, and it was awesome. I have reconnected on Facebook with people I grew up with.” Although seniors are adapting to some forms of technology, for many, it’s a limited learning curve. “At some point, you stop wanting to learn new technology,” Bender says. “As we see generations age, they will gravitate to technology they can understand.” Fortunately, new forms of technology are being created with seniors in mind. Artificial intelligence and voice search, for example, can aid seniors with memory and hearing problems, or those who simply don’t like trying to figure out which buttons to push. Voice Search Voice search, which is available through products, such as the Apple Home Pod and Amazon Echo, will continue to grow in www.LIFEseniorservices.org
popularity. According to www.quartz.com, by 2021 roughly 2 billion people will be using a digital assistant, and 50 percent of all search queries will be conducted through voice search. “Audio commands transcend misspellings and language,” Bender says. Technology developers are constantly working to develop voice search technology to recognize new words, unique accents and more languages.
Rapid Growth
Bandwidth is the driving force behind why technology has changed so quickly in the last few years. “Computing power has improved incredibly,” Bender says. While 4G networks allow for fast connection time on your mobile devices, 5G is coming – with the hope of a network that has almost zero latency. 5G speeds are expected to be 15 to 60 times faster than 4G. “That will affect everything from automated cars, multimedia and entertainment,” Bender says. Faster networks will promote the continued growth of online video. Have you noticed that many people no longer watch regular TV? TV is now often consumed on-demand through services like Amazon Prime, Sling, Netflix and Hulu. Consumers will continue moving toward using services that allow them to watch TV and movies when and where they want them. According to Visual Capitalist, by 2021, there will be 650 million subscribers to services like Amazon Prime or Netflix. Video will continue to dominate the internet. By 2021, Cisco says that 82 percent of all internet traffic will stem from digital video. Videos are getting shorter to keep up with this demand, as producers realize sometimes all people have time for is a two-minute clip while scrolling through Facebook. Another area expected to see growth is photo image search. You may have searched Google for an image of your favorite flower, for example, but the capability to do that in reverse is now being streamlined. For example, Google’s Lens product allows users to search for items by taking a photo. The market for image search recognition is predicted to surpass $25 billion by 2019, according to Visual Capitalist.
The Written Word
Will newspapers, magazines and books only be digital in the future? This question has been a popular one over the last couple of decades. The rise of the internet has provided tremendous opportunity for writers – anyone with internet access and a little money can produce a blog or publish a book. “We’ve been watching the death of the gatekeepers since the commercialization of the internet,” Bender says. “You no longer need a publishing house because you can self-publish. It’s all about promotion.” When it comes to books, Bender predicts that digital books will continue to grow in popularity, but that printed books will still be around. Have you noticed that many bookstores now carry rare and antiquarian books? Bender predicts that this trend will continue – that printed books will become more precious.
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HOW TO SPOT If you’ve ever stood in line at the grocery store, you’ve probably perused the tabloids. Sensational headlines in giant font reveal the shocking news that Elvis is still alive or that a 105-year-old woman gave birth to a 15 pound baby!
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ost of us are pretty confident that these stories hold no veracity. But did we ever refer to them as “fake news?” Since social media and the 2016 election, the term “fake news” and all its attendant evils seem to dominate our airwaves and newsfeed. But what exactly is fake news, and how do you spot it? Simply put, it’s a story with no verifiable facts and not a grain of truth. If you’ve heard of “click bait,” you know all about fake news: sensational headline, shocking video or photo and larger-than-life tale scrolling
across your newsfeed. They present falsity as fact and serve to boost the author's or poster’s advertising income earned through all the “clicks” they get on social media. However, it’s important to distinguish fake news from simply “bad news” or “biased news.” In an article written for www.snopes.com, one of several fact-checking sites, David Mikkelson explains the breakdown. He believes that fake news is a subset of bad news, and that it is important to know the difference.
So how can you recognize fake news?
Both Facebook and the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions provide similar suggestions to helping you spot fake news:
The Headline: Fake news blasts a shocking and scandalous title to lure you in. Does this headline and the facts that follow seem so sensational that they don’t fit with anything you’ve ever heard? The Author: Do a background check on the author. What journalistic or professional qualifications does this person hold to both report and expound on the topic in question? If they don’t have any, carefully consider whether to believe the content of the article. onsider the Source: Look C at the website’s sponsors and mission. Do legitimate organizations back this site or is it an inflammatory group or a random individual? Additionally, check the link itself. According to the folks at Facebook, the link will often “mimic” a legitimate news source’s link by slightly changing letters or words. Finally, some sites will actually disclose that they are fantasy news or satirical websites.
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Look at the Formatting: Just like the blast emails of yore spreading sensational and fake stories, spelling errors and distorted formatting can be a dead giveaway that it’s not a legitimate, professional news source. Assess the Date: How old is this article? If it doesn’t have a date, be wary. If it references events from the past, consider why it’s being represented as a new story. Think about the timeline set forth in the story – does it add up with what you already know or can verify? Look at the Pictures: Have they been altered or taken out of context? You can check the source of photos online just like dates and facts. Examine the Evidence: Who does the author quote? What are his or her credentials? Better still, do they even name an expert? If not, that information can’t be verified and should be regarded as suspicious. When considering the evidence itself, it may sound “official,” but find the actual source to see if it supports the story’s claim.
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atch the Satire: Is it a joke? As C mentioned, some sites (like The Onion) are purely satirical. While presented in news format, the information is so outlandish that if you take it seriously, you’ll probably get angry! Plus, if you’re not familiar with the underlying pop culture or special interest reference, you can miss out on the joke. Search Other Reports: Do a quick online search. Are any other news outlets covering the story? If not, it could be a true fake. In addition, if you do find other reports, make sure the content of the article in question has not been taken entirely out of context to produce a sensational story. heck Yourself: Reflect on your C biases. Do you have beliefs that prevent you from being objective and checking up on the truth of the claims?
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Remember you can (and should) always fact check using a website like www.snopes.com or www.factcheck.org. Both sites are devoted to helping you make all the assessments listed. “There is much bad news in the online world, but not all of it is fake. There are also partisan political sites that take nuggets of real news and spin them into highly distorted, click bait articles. There are sites that misleadingly repackage old news as if it were current information. There are sites that aggregate articles from a variety of dubious and questionable sources. There are sites that believe they’re presenting pertinent information, but are woefully inaccurate in their information-gathering and reporting. These forms of news are all bad in one way or another, but broadly classifying all such information as fake news clouds an already confusing issue,” Mikkelson states. In the current political climate, the term gets kicked about constantly. However, much of the reporting is biased, but not entirely fake. “Outlets may slant stories to appeal to their target audiences, they may cover issues less comprehensively or evenly than more neutral news organizations would, they may select which subjects to cover more for their value in provoking shock and outrage than their overall importance, but that doesn’t mean their output is fake, that it’s totally inaccurate or that it’s completely based on unvetted sources,” Mikkelson goes on to explain. Remember you can (and should) always fact check using a website like www.snopes.com or www.factcheck.org. Both sites are devoted to helping you make all the assessments listed. Your opinions matter to you. Take the time to make sure what you are reading provides the solid information you need to help you form educated opinions on today’s issues. by Kelsey Holder
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KVOO Radio Station, 1930s
Photo courtesy of Tulsa Historical Society & Museum
Radio has played an important role in Oklahoma's communication history.
T Edward K. Gaylord
Photo courtesy of Oklahoma Historical Society
Bob Wills
Photo courtesy of Tulsa Historical Society & Museum
WKY's mobile unit, c. 1950
Photo courtesy of Oklahoma Historical Society
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he first voice that came over Oklahoma's airwaves was probably broadcast from the military radio base at Post Field in Lawton shortly after World War I. At that time, returning soldiers brought with them knowledge of radio and started experimenting with tubes and transmitters. Earl C. Hull was one of those young men. Joined by H.S. Richards, he began an experimental station known as 5XT in a garage on Oklahoma City's southwest side. By spring 1921, they were regularly broadcasting market reports, weather, music and news. Funding for their operation came from the sales of receiver sets rather than from advertising. In January 1922, there were 30 receiver sets in Oklahoma City. By the spring of that year, the federal government had assigned the call letters WKY to the young station. In 1928, Edward K. Gaylord purchased the facility for $5,000 and immediately began to upgrade.
After that, WKY continually enhanced its operation with the latest technology, opened studios in the Skirvin Tower in 1936 and sent programs over the NBC network. In January 1924, a second Oklahoma City station, KFJF, went on the air. Unable to compete with WKY, it was sold in 1931 to Southwestern Broadcasting Company and acquired the new call letters KOMA. WKY and KOMA remained long-time rivals. By May 1922, the Midland Refining Company, organized by William G. Skelly, was broadcasting entertainment on its station, WEH, in the Tulsa area. The equipment had originally been purchased to provide communications for Midland. In fact, communication businesses, such as local newspapers and telephone companies, began a rapid pace of radio station start-ups in 1922 all around Oklahoma. KFRU went on the air in January 1925 from studios in Bristow. Owned by oil millionaire E.H. Rollestone, the station thrived by broadcasting live, local talent. Crowds
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gathered to watch through the studio's numerous windows. One of the first stations to provide country music for its listeners, KFRU showcased such groups as Otto Gray and his Oklahoma Cowboys. In 1926, the call letters KVOO were assigned to the station as it improved its plant and added studios in Tulsa. KVOO officially moved to Tulsa in January 1927 and was purchased by Skelly in June 1928. He continually upgraded the broadcasting equipment through the years, and it reached full-time signal strength of 50,000 watts in 1943. After a short stint on WKY in 1934, Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys moved to KVOO, beginning one of the longest-running radio programs in the state's history. Campus radio stations were popular from the beginning of broadcasting. In early 1922, 5ZG went on the air in the basement at the house of a University of Oklahoma electrical engineering student. By fall of that year, 5ZG became WNAD and on October 4 broadcast an OU football game for the first time. In May 1923, OU became the licensee, and the station became a part of the engineering lab. The Oklahoma College for Women (now University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma) at Chickasha purchased station KFGD in 1924 to broadcast educational programs. J.T. Griffin bought the station in October 1931, moved it to Tulsa and changed its call letters to KTUL. Oklahoma A&M College (now Oklahoma State University) sent programs out over KVOO in an arrangement with that station until FM (frequency modulation) radio emerged. Then KAMC-FM went on the air in December 1955, eventually becoming KOSU in 1959. In October 1937, WKY began a contract with OU to provide professional broadcasts of its football games. A young man named Walter Cronkite, just getting started in broadcasting in Texas, was hired to give play-by-play commentary, because he was good at reading game descriptions provided by the wire service. When he called the first "live" game between OU and the University of Tulsa, the results were less than desirable, but he improved. He finished the season, soon moved to Kansas City, covered World War II as a war correspondent, and later anchored the CBS evening news on television. In the 1930s and 1940s, radio provided programming with dramatic presentations, as well as the news, weather and music. Full-production studios such as WKY in the Skirvin Tower and KVOO produced numerous local programs. However, they also provided network feeds to the rest of the nation. Special events were sent out over the network lines, for example, the broadcast of the Charlie McCarthy Show in 1946 from the Oklahoma City Municipal Auditorium. Governor Robert S. Kerr made a special guest appearance on that show, and crowds poured in to see the cast of this nationally popular program. Experimental FM radio began with W5XAU at WKY prior to World War II. The first three FM stations went on the air in 1947. KWGS-FM was an educational station signing on May 6. WKY-FM went on the air July 1, and KSPI-FM in Stillwater began November 1. In 1958, KLBC-FM went on the air in Durant, KMOD-FM began in Tulsa in 1959 and KATT-FM began in Oklahoma City in 1960. Not until the 1960s, when stereo made its appearance, did FM radio become accepted by the public. Radio has gone through several changes through the years, fulfilling the needs of Oklahoma citizens. Beginning with recorded music and news, it evolved into dramatic programming and live musical performances. When television became popular, radio again changed to a "top 10" format. When cable television threatened, talk programs were expanded to keep AM radio alive. Radio has always provided an identity for rural towns, as well as urban areas, in the state. It is often considered to be the voice of the community. by Bill Moore Sources: Oklahoma Historical Society, Gene Allen’s “Voices On the Wind: Early Radio in Oklahoma” and Walter Cronkite’s “A Reporter’s Life”
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HEALTHY AGING
KEEP YOUR SMILE AND YOUR HEALTH
Good dental health is more than a pretty smile. Speaking, chewing and swallowing … all of these actions benefit from a healthy mouth, so it’s vital to follow an oral hygiene program. Even more, mouth health also affects other aspects of wellness throughout our bodies.
Daily Care
The primary reason for brushing is to remove plaque and food. In order to maintain good health, brushing and flossing are vital. We should brush our teeth twice a day. As we brush, check between the teeth and cheeks for food debris, and clean between teeth every day. When picking a toothbrush, choose either a manual or electric toothbrush with soft bristles and a small head to get to those hard to reach areas. Replace it every three or four months. You can use dental floss or teeth picks to clean in between teeth. When buying oral care products, ensure your purchase has the ADA Seal of Acceptance, which means you can trust that the product is safe and does what the manufacturer advertises.
sing over-the-counter oral moisturizers U such as a spray or mouthwash. Drinking more water. Carry a water bottle with you, and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. Using sugar-free gum or lozenges to stimulate saliva production. Getting a humidifier to help keep moisture in the air. Avoiding foods and beverages that irritate dry mouths like coffee, alcohol, carbonated soft drinks and acidic fruit juices. Consulting with your physician on other options that can help alleviate dry mouth, including changing your medication or dosage.
Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is a slow, progressive condition that causes little or no pain, but As we age, extra care should be taken to help if undetected it can damage gums and your our mouth maintain its health. Tooth sensitivity jawbone, and can lead to receding gums, or decay around fillings or along the gum line are loose teeth and tooth loss. Warning signs common in mature teeth. We should be aware include gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease of special dental conditions that can affect teeth exhibited by tender or swollen gums. Any and gums, and lead to tooth decay, loss of teeth pain when eating, bad breath or a bad taste or more extensive medical concerns. in the mouth may also indicate problems and One condition that increases the risk of tooth should be evaluated by a dentist. According to decay is dry mouth, which may be caused by the American Dental Association's consumer aging, medications or health conditions. There website, research has shown that periodontal are some strategies to help alleviate dry mouth, disease or other infections in the mouth may including: be associated with heart disease, stroke, diabetes, pneumonia and other Do you need help finding free health problems that are or reduced dental care? common in adults over 60. LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services offers
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dental services resources in the Community Services section. Pick up the latest edition of the Vintage Guide at any LIFE Senior Services location, Tulsa City-County Library, as well as some CVS, QuikTrip and Reasor’s locations around the Tulsa metro area. For more details on where to get your copy, call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000.
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Oral Cancer
People who smoke or use smokeless tobacco are at higher risk for developing oral cancer over time. Oral cancer
can be hard to diagnose, so it is suggested that users quit tobacco use and get regular oral cancer screenings to protect overall health.
MENTAL HEALTH
Our mouth health may have an impact on our mental health. According to a 2016 study published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society, dental care and regular visits to the dentist can help maintain a healthier brain. A link was suggested between the number of teeth and periodontal disease in a Duke University research study on the risk of cognitive decline or dementia. The Duke researchers reviewed 56 studies published between 1993 and 2013 and found evidence which suggested that older people with cognitive impairment, such as dementia, are more likely to have oral health problems, although more data is necessary to come to a full understanding of any link. Further, the researchers say that many of the factors associated with poor oral health, including poor nutrition, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, are also associated with poor cognitive function. The importance of oral health can’t be denied, but as we age, keeping our mouth healthy can be more difficult. There are many cosmetic dental treatments that are appropriate for mature teeth, and dental implants or dentures can be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Remember that dentures should also be cleaned on a daily basis with cleaners made specifically for them. Dentist visits, use of fluoride, special toothpastes, flossing and mouth rinses are important tools for tooth care as we age. Maintaining good oral health takes effort and time, but considering the benefits for a more comfortable, healthy life, it is well worth it. by Karen J. O’Brien
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LIFE’s Holiday Project Every year, LIFE Senior Services hosts its Holiday Project to brighten the lives of hundreds of older adults living on limited incomes. All of the seniors are receiving services through LIFE’s Care Management program, and our goal is to provide holiday gifts for at least 650 older adults. LIFE is recruiting holiday helpers who would like to be involved in the gift deliveries and/or sponsor the senior gifts. Interested companies, families and individuals can adopt specific seniors or put together general gifts for an older adult. Gift ideas include gloves, socks, lip balm, scarves, playing cards, large print puzzle books and picture frames or individual packets of coffee, tea or hot chocolate and tins of cookies. Personal care items like fingernail files, toenail clippers, Neosporin, Band-Aids and body lotion are appreciated. Luxury items like soft robes or cozy jackets are delightful if that fits in the donor’s budget. If you’d rather skip the shopping, cash donations are welcome. All gifts and donations are collected by the first of December, so volunteers can start making the hundreds of deliveries. If you would like to become a volunteer and play a part in the LIFE Senior Services' Holiday Project, contact Channing Rutherford at (918) 664-9000 or crutherford@LIFEseniorservices.org. The holidays are fast approaching, and it’s never too early to spread some holiday joy!
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Glenn Gracey and his emotional support animal Buffy
birthday of Wavel Ashbaugh. Five generations of her family were on hand as Broken Arrow Mayor Craig Thurmond, Creek Nation Chief Louis Hicks, Centenarians of Oklahoma, State Representative Ross Ford and Oklahoma Care Providers’ Dana Carter wished Ashbaugh a happy birthday and honored her with gifts, citations and proclamations. Ashbaugh retired from her job as an executive secretary in 2006 at the age of 95. She was married for 33 years to her late husband Marvin, who was inducted posthumously into the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame in 2013. Fittingly, musicians from the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame provided music at the party.
Veteran Attends Convention Commemorating His WWII Service Recently Glenn Gracey took time away from the Adult Day Health Center in Broken Arrow to attend the 32nd Annual Merchant Marine Veteran’s Convention in St. Louis. Gracey was accompanied by his wife of 63 years Ann their daughter Lori Gracey and friend David Oldham. Also making the trip was Buffy, Gracey’s emotional support animal. The convention was filled with memorable moments like a visit to the Gateway Arch, tour of Anheuser-Busch and moment of honor at the Chesterfield Veterans Honor Park. Convention participants heard guest speakers that included British Commodore Martin Connell and fellow WWII Merchant Marine Veteran and motivational speaker Dave Yoho.
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provide post-war humanitarian relief efforts. He remained active in post-war activities for several years and sailed on Victory Ships and merchant vessels in the Atlantic and Mediterranean.
Church Welcomes New Pipe Organ
After more than two years of planning and fundraising, the members of Saint John’s Episcopal Church welcomed their new pipe organ. It was made by Schoenstein, the oldest and largest organ factory in the western United States. The installation at Saint John’s marks the first Schoenstein organ in Oklahoma. The new organ was designed for Saint John’s and is made to accompany choral music and congregational singing. Its pipe façade consisting of 39 stenciled pipes and carvings was made to complement the church’s ceiling panels, sanctuary furniture and stars above the altar. Joseph Arndt, Saint John’s organist and choirmaster, says the organ chamber contains more than 2,200 pipes ranging in size from a few inches to 16 feet tall. The pipes allow the organist to imitate instruments such as clarinets, trumpets, flugelhorns, flutes and strings. “This is an historic day for Saint John’s,” says Reverand Irv Cutter. “Music is an integral part of the life at our church, and hundreds of people visit because of our musical offerings. Our new organ brings music to a new level, not only today but for generations to come.” Saint John’s, 4200 S. Atlanta Pl. in Tulsa, holds Sunday services at 10 a.m. Visitors are welcome.
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Noteworthy Walk of HopE On Saturday, October 27, people of all ages will gather at Woodland Hills Mall for the 2018 APDA Parkinson’s Optimism Walk. The walk was given its name to reflect “Strength in Optimism. Hope in Progress.” One million people in the United States are estimated to be living with Parkinson’s disease. Every nine minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with the chronic, progressive movement disorder. Since its creation in 1966, the American Parkinson’s Disease Association (APDA) has raised and invested $170 million to support patient services and education to help those diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease live life to the fullest. In addition, the APDA supports research to unlock the mysteries of the disease in order to ultimately end it. Locally, the Oklahoma chapter provides educational opportunities, including an annual educational forum and health fair that took place in June this year. The chapter offers information; makes referrals to healthcare providers well informed about the latest treatments for Parkinson’s; trains support group leaders; educates clients, their families, healthcare providers and first responders; and supports exercise programs for those living with Parkinson’s disease. Participation in the Parkinson’s Optimism Walk is free. Walkers will gather at Woodland Hills Mall, 7021 S. Memorial Dr., Tulsa. (Use food court entry on north side, upper level.) Check in is at 8 a.m., and the walk starts at 8:30 a.m. The festivities will last until 10 a.m. In addition to the walk, there will be a variety of fun activities for all ages. “We’ll have costume contests for children, adults and even dogs,” says Jenny Johnson, executive director of the APDA Information & Referral Center for Oklahoma and Southern Kansas. “There will be music, games and lots of fun.” The walk is a fundraising event for the local Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association. The goal for this year is to have 300 walkers raise $25,000. Any walker raising $100 or more will receive a free T-shirt. Walkers raising $500 or more receive a free hat, and $1,000 or more raised earns a medal. For more information, call the local chapter of the APDA at (918) 747-3747 or visit www.apdaparkinson.org/community/oklahoma. 32
Events to Inspire, Educate and Motivate!
Meet the Authors Magic City Books has three opportunities in October for readers to meet some of their favorite authors. Monday, October 15 – Caroline Fraser “Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder” 7 p.m. • TCC Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa Wednesday, October 17 – Sara Paretsky V.I. Warshawski series author, “Shell Game” 7 p.m. • Central Library 400 Civic Center, Tulsa Friday, October 26 – Hampton Sides “On Desperate Ground: The Marines at the Reservoir, the Korean War’s Greatest Battle” 7 p.m. • Magic City Books 221 E. Archer St., Tulsa These events are free and include book signings after the discussions. Magic City Books will have the books for anyone wanting to buy a copy to have autographed at the event. For more information, call (918) 602-4452 or visit www.magiccitybooks.com.
A Centennial of Service
This month, the Tulsa Boys Home will hold its Centennial Homecoming Celebration to commemorate 100 years of service to Oklahoma families. What began in 1918 in a two-story house located in downtown Tulsa remains Oklahoma’s first and largest residential treatment facility for troubled boys. Today’s facility in Sand Springs offers healing and hope to boys with emotional, behavioral and substance abuse problems. Gregory Conway, Tulsa Boys Home executive director and CEO, has led the organization through a number of changes to prepare it for the next 100 years – renovation of the campus through transformational grants from the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation and other foundations, corporations and individuals; establishment of an equine therapy program to facilitate healing and self-confidence building; pursuing and achieving national accreditation
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with distinction from the Council on Accreditation; and the establishment of a drug treatment program to address the problem of adolescent drug abuse, especially addiction to opiates, methamphetamine and heroin. “The synergy of the amazing staff, treatment model, our fabulous board members, incredible volunteers and our beautiful facilities makes this a powerful place,” Conway notes. “A special place of healing and hope that really does change lives for a lifetime.” On Sunday, October 14, Tulsa Boys Home is inviting the public to their Sand Springs facility to help celebrate this impressive milestone. There will be many family activities, including carnival games, food trucks, music and the opportunity to visit with former residents, former and current donors, board members, volunteers, mentors, staff and others who have had a hand in helping the facility serve the community for 100 years. The celebration is from 1 to 6 p.m. at 2727 S. 137th W. Ave., Sand Springs.
Scam Protection There’s nowhere to hide from scammers – those unscrupulous people who devote themselves to trying to steal other people’s identities and financial resources. They call you on the phone, send you legitimate-looking emails and show up at your door. Older adults are a favorite target because they may be less computer savvy, more trusting or possibly experiencing memory loss or the onset of dementia. Lori Fullbright, KOTV News On 6 crime reporter and anchor, champions the innocent victims and has created presentations on selfprotection she takes into the community. On Friday, October 26, she will present her Scam Prevention Program at the Tulsa Health Department North Regional Health and Wellness Center. Learn about current phone, computer and money scams through her personal safety presentation. The Health Department is located at 5635 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tulsa. Fullbright’s free presentation will take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. For more information or to reserve your spot, call LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000.
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LIFE Senior Services is now recruiting 2018 holiday elves! Opportunities include delivering Christmas stockings and gifts or adopting a LIFE Senior Services’ participant or couple. All of these will fill your heart with holiday joy. If you would like to become an elf and play a part in the LIFE Senior Services’ Holiday Project, contact Channing Rutherford at (918) 664-9000 or crutherford@LIFEseniorservices.org. LIFE Senior Services is looking for people to help others in our community by becoming a volunteer with the Medicare Assistance Program (MAP). Volunteer roles range from basic office support to helping Medicare beneficiaries conduct plan comparisons and complete enrollment. All volunteers receive training. For more information, contact Robbie VanHooser at (918) 664-9000. Tulsa Zoo Zooper Trooper Volunteers are one-time volunteers who help during special events by greeting guests, conducting arts and crafts activities, running carnival games, dressing as zoo mascots and much more. You can volunteer with friends and family or make new friends while helping your zoo family! Upcoming opportunities include: • St. John ZooRun is Saturday, October 6. Volunteer shifts start between 6:15 and 8 a.m. and end by noon. • HallowZOOeen runs for five nights October 27 through 31. Volunteer as many nights as you’d like. Shift times start between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. and end by 9:30 p.m. The Veteran’s Treatment Court is seeking mentors (male and female) for veterans who served our nation and who have been charged with a criminal offense. The veterans are typically also struggling with drug or alcohol addiction and/or mental health problems. This service connects veterans with resources and benefits they earned through their military service. It restores honor and reconnects veterans by matching them with local volunteer mentors. Mentors can be veterans themselves or anyone with a calling to help veterans. In addition, the BRRX4VETS program is seeking mentors. This program works to provide housing for homeless vets. They are seeking veterans and mentors who can work with vets to help get them into housing, be a friend and keep in touch with the veteran in person or by phone. Both programs have orientation sessions where you can learn more about the mentor role. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvp.org. CAP Tulsa has a variety of volunteer opportunities available. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvp.org. • Conversation Club volunteers are needed to help participants in English as a second language (ESL) classes practice speaking English by facilitating conversations around each session’s theme. The classes are 95 to 97 percent women; 70 percent speak Spanish and the other 30 percent speak Zomi or Burmese. Conversation Club meets every other Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Union 9th Grade Center. Conversation Club continues through the fall until the second week of December. www.LIFEseniorservices.org
The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.
- Oscar Wilde
• Fall Health Roundup at CAP Tulsa is seeking retired health professionals (physician, dentist, RN, CHP, etc.) to perform physicals, lead screenings or conduct dental exams one Tuesday a month. CAP nurses assist with each screening day. CAP serves 10 schools that care for children 0 to 5 years old in low income neighborhoods. Planned dates for the screenings are October 2, 9, 15, 23 and 30 and November 6 and 13. The screenings are held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. • Librarians are needed at Reed ECDC to help check out books to children and their families at the Early Childhood Learning Center Library, 10908 E. 5th St., Tulsa. Shifts are from 9 a.m. until noon or 1 p.m. and continue throughout the school year. Volunteers can share shifts or work several days a week. Meals on Wheels “Safe at Home” Program currently needs volunteers who can take on small maintenance projects for home-bound Meals on Wheels recipients. Some projects will be done by individuals and some will be done by groups of volunteers, but examples of possible projects include installing smoke detectors, painting house numbers on curbs, replacing light bulbs, installing grab bars, maintaining yards, painting exterior walls and replacing locks. The Safe at Home Program supports seniors aging in place at home, which is more cost effective and provides a better quality of life. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvp.org. Cancer Treatment Centers of America currently has several volunteer opportunities available. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvp.org. • Front welcome desk volunteers work in main lobby to greet patients and visitors, give directions, straighten magazines in waiting area, etc. Volunteers are needed Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free lunch break included. • Infusion area volunteers assist nurses by filling blanket warmers, making up spill kits, tidying area and visiting with waiting clients. Volunteers needed Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m. or Thursday from 1 to 5 p.m. or 5 to 9 p.m. • Salon volunteers are needed to answer phones, greet clients, book appointments, take payments, tidy area and visit with waiting clients. Volunteers needed Tuesday or Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Surgery waiting desk volunteers are needed to greet pre-op patients, prep charts and assist families with questions, etc. Volunteers needed Thursday or Friday from 8 a.m. to noon. This is a fast-paced, multi-faceted position. The Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks has openings for volunteers to help staff interactive exhibits and occasionally help at the front information desk. Volunteers at the aquarium undergo a background check and participate in a volunteer orientation. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvp.org. LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine | October 2018
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CALENDAR Festivals Events Haunted Castle Halloween Festival
Attractions require tickets; $3 - $20 each Fridays & Saturdays through October 27 6 – 10 p.m. • Free admission The Castle of Muskogee 3400 W. Fern Mtn. Rd. • Muskogee (918) 587-3625 • (800) 439-0658 BA Community Book Fair
October 5 & 6 • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Free October 12 & 13 • Half price sale The Book Pantry 201 W. Houston St. • Broken Arrow (918) 251-7781 “Look, Listen, Learn”
Firemen & first responder appreciation party October 9 • 6:15 p.m. • Free Broadmoor Retirement Community 8205 E. 22nd St. • Tulsa (918) 622-2151 Brush Creek Bazaar
October 12 – 14 Friday & Saturday • 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday • Noon – 5 p.m. • $5/$3 seniors 10900 S. Louisville Ave. • Tulsa (918) 770-5569 2nd Saturday Silents
“Blue Blazes Rawden” (1918) October 13 • 11 a.m. • $5 Circle Cinema • 10 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 592-3456 • www.circlecinema.com 2018 Linde Oktoberfest
Free admission Friday before 4 p.m. October 18 – 21 • Times vary $10 • $7 in advance River West Festival Park 2105 S. Jackson • Tulsa (918) 596-2007 Owasso Harvest Festival
October 20 • 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free Rayola Park • 8300 Owasso Expy. • Owasso (918) 376-1529 Bark ‘n’ BBQ
Fundraiser benefitting Sapulpa Furry Friends animal rescue October 20 • 6:30 p.m. • $50 Freddie’s Steakhouse 1425 New Sapulpa Rd. • Sapulpa www.sapulpafurryfriends.org/events
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To submit a calendar item, contact Associate Editor Emily Fox at efox@LIFEseniorservices.org or (918) 664-9000. Bartlesville Ghost Walk
Tours every 15 minutes October 24 & 25 • 6 – 9 p.m. • $10 Hilton Garden Inn 205 S.W. Frank Phillips Blvd. • Bartlesville (918) 336-8709 HallowZOOeen
October 27 – 31 • 6 – 9 p.m. $8 nonmembers • $7 members Tulsa Zoo • 6421 E. 36th St. N • Tulsa (918) 669-6600 HallowMarine
October 27 – 31 • 6:30 – 9 p.m. $10 adults • $7 children Oklahoma Aquarium 300 Aquarium Dr. • Jenks (918) 296-3474 ESA 46th Benefit Craft Show
Cohousing: A New Community Way of Living
Learn about planned communities with shared spaces & private homes October 3 • 7 p.m. • Free All Souls Unitarian Church 2952 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa (918) 519-5298 Book Club
Everyone welcome whether or not you have read the book October 4 • 10 a.m. • Free 5400 South Apartments 4700 E. 54th St. • Tulsa (918) 496-9270 I Can’t Screen Print with Gilcrease Museum
October 27 • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church 400 W. New Orleans St. • Broken Arrow (918) 251-0617 • esacraftshowba@gmail.com
October 8 • 12 – 12:45 p.m. • Free Thomas K. McKeon Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 595-7339
Halloween Night at the Museum
Art Focus
Trick or treating, costume contest October 31 • 6 – 8 p.m. • Free Will Rogers Memorial Museum 1720 W. Will Rogers Blvd. • Claremore (918) 341-0719 • (918) 906-7258 www.willrogers.com 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 Rose District Farmers Market
Saturdays through October 27 8 a.m. – Noon • Free 418 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow Cherry Street Farmers’ Market
Saturdays through October 20 7 – 11 a.m. • Free 1327 E. 15th St. • Tulsa
Classes, Meetings Seminars I Can’t Move with Living Arts
October 1 • Noon – 12:45 p.m. • Free Thomas K. McKeon Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 595-7339
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For individuals with early stage Alzheimer’s & their caregivers October 16 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free Philbrook Museum Villa 2727 S. Rockford Rd. • Tulsa (918) 748-5379 Gilcrease Presents the Explorer Artists: George Catlin/ Alfred Jacob Miller
Speaker Dana Simon October 18 • 2 p.m. • Free Broadmoor Retirement Community 8205 E. 22nd St. • Tulsa (918) 622-2151 I Can’t Dance with Tulsa Ballet
October 22 • Noon – 12:45 p.m. • Free Thomas K. McKeon Center for Creativity 910 S. Boston Ave. • Tulsa (918) 595-7339 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
Support Groups
LIFE’s Caregiver Support Groups
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 October 11 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Central October 4 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free October 18 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa LIFE’s Adult Day Health at North October 16 • 4 – 5 p.m. • Free 902 E. Pine St. • Tulsa Buried in Treasures
For individuals interested in addressing their personal disorganization, clutter or hoarding issues Wednesdays, October 3 – February 6 5:30 – 7 p.m. • Free Brookside Library • 1207 E. 45th Pl. • Tulsa (497) 524-5825 • RSVP required Tulsa Area Alzheimer’s Men’s Support Group
October 5 • 1:30 p.m. • Free University Village Conference Room 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 663-9144 Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
Free childcare for children under 12 October 10 & 24 • 6:30 p.m. • Free Asbury Methodist Church 6767 S. Mingo Rd. • Tulsa (918) 381-1931 Stroke Support Group
October 11 • 3:30 – 5 p.m. • Free Helmerich Women’s Center, Classroom 1 Hillcrest Medical Center 1120 S. Utica Ave. • Tulsa (918) 579-7174 Tulsa Hearing Helpers Support Group
For people who have lost hearing later in life; Todd Cunningham, executive director of Tulsa Arts Alliance, Guest Speaker October 11 • 10 – 11:30 a.m. • Free Total Source for Hearing-Loss and Access 8740 E. 11th St. • Tulsa (918) 832-8742 • www.tsha.cc COPD Support Group
October 11 & 25 • 11 a.m. – Noon • Free Saint Francis Pulmonary Rehabilitation William Building 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 550 • Tulsa (918) 502-4050
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OK Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
October 12 • 10 a.m. • Free Broken Arrow Senior Center 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 258-7033 • (918) 798-1495 Alzheimer’s Support Group Coffee Chat
October 16 • 11 a.m. • Free Oxford Glen Memory Care Residence 11113 E. 103rd St. N • Owasso (918) 376-4810 • RSVP Caregiving Coffee & Conversation
Sponsored by Morton Comprehensive Health Services October 17 • 1 – 2:30 p.m. • Free The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges 815 S. Utica Ave. • Tulsa (918) 295-6154
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 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
OK Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
Fitness
October 24 • 2 p.m. • Free Central Tech 1720 S. Main St. • Sapulpa (918) 747-3747
October 10 & 24 • 1 – 2 p.m. • Free LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa (918) 664-9000
Tulsa Ostomy Support Group
October 25 • 6:45 p.m. • Free University Village 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 446-8542 Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
Laughter Yoga
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
For families of Saint Simeon’s & members of the community who have loved ones with dementia October 25 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free Saint Simeon’s Smith Conference Room 3701 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. • Tulsa (918) 794-1945 • RSVP by October 22
Moderate Yoga with Lucy Weberling
Dancing
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Belles & Beaus Square Dance Club
October 11 & 25 • $4 Workshop 7 p.m. • Dance 7:30 p.m. St. Marks Methodist Church 10513 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 437-7277 Tulsa Swing Dance Club
A variety of dance lessons for different skill levels Sundays East coast/Country two step • 5 p.m. West coast beginning lessons • 6 p.m. West coast intermediate lessons • 7 p.m. $5 Elks members • $7 nonmembers 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
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Mondays • 10 – 11:15 a.m. $15/session • $50/month West Oak Village, Craft Room 1002 S. Fairfax Ave. • Skiatook (918) 633-8890 Mondays & Wednesdays • 12:30 p.m. • $5 LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster 3500 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa (918) 749-2623 Line Dancing
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 11 a.m. – Noon • Free for members LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side 1427 S. Indianapolis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 744-6760 Intermediate Tai Chi
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 • Free Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Presented by Ability Resources Wednesdays & Fridays • 1 – 2 p.m. • Free YWCA • 8145 E. 17th St. • Tulsa (918) 628-1030 LIFE leaves denote programs that are offered by LIFE Senior Services.
LIFE EDU Senior & Caregiver Community Education Diabetes Tips & Tools
This three-part series is designed for persons with diabetes and their caregivers. Learn how diabetes affects your body and what you can do to avoid the damage associated with complications from diabetes. Guest speakers, such as a nutritionist, eye care and foot care specialists, pharmacist, kidney specialist and other members of the diabetes care team, may join the sessions. Tuesdays, October 9, 16 & 23 • 1 – 3 p.m. Autumn Park Vintage Housing • 8401 E. 134th St. S • Bixby Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000
Financial Wellness
Join Janna Eremita from Oklahoma Central Credit Union for the final session in her three-part series on financial wellness. This session will explore budgeting, credit repair strategies and auto purchases. Wednesday, October 10 • 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. LaFortune Community Center • 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000
Resources for Seniors
Learn about services to assist older adults and their caregivers, as well as how to access these services. Discover how the services and programs work, as well as the eligibility requirements for many of these programs. The program is offered twice so you can pick the most convenient location and day. Tuesday, October 16 • 1 – 2:30 p.m. James Mission • 4122 W. 55th Pl. • Tulsa Thursday, October 25 • 1 – 2:30 p.m. YWCA • 8145 E. 17th St. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000
Medication Safety
Learn how to protect commonly prescribed medications such as Schedule II narcotics, anxiety medications, ADHD medications, pain medications and others. Storage tips and disposal procedures will also be covered. After completing the training, each household will take home a free medication lockbox. Training and lockboxes provided by the Coalition Against Prescription Substance Abuse of Tulsa (CAPSAT). Thursday, October 25 • 4 – 5 p.m. LIFE Senior Services Broken Arrow • 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow Free • RSVP • (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 • (918) 664-9000 or (866) 664-9009 toll-free
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
Senior Star at Burgundy Place residents Mary Peltier and Tody Kopczynski showed off the beautiful flower arrangements they created with the help of the OSU Extension Master Gardeners. Senior Star at Burgundy Place resident Hulda Atwater celebrated her 103rd birthday. Happy Birthday, Hulda! University Village residents are a fun bunch who go all out when celebrating holidays together.
St. John Auxiliary members Kerry and Yvonne Sorrells were interviewed by reporter Rick Wells (left) regarding their volunteer work. Leatha Pierce, Ed Wilson, Bob Sayre, Cindy Loftin and Rickye Wilson at this year’s Senior Star Round-Up at Cain’s Ballroom benefitting LIFE Senior Services.
Mary Ann and Rosalie are anxious to get the garden planters ready to start planting at Heatheridge Assisted Living & Residential Care.
Jack Rhodes with Wilma Roosa having fun in the photo booth at the Brookfield Assisted Living’s event, The Longest Day, supporting Alzheimer's Awareness.
Carol Everhart put the final touches on doves she made for Memorial Day for her friends and relatives who have passed.
The 2018 Senior Prom at the Brookfield was a blast! The athletics department at Rogers State University made all of the residents feel like prom kings and queens for the fourth straight year!
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We Want To See Seniors Smiling & Active
Whether it is your traveling group, tennis buddies or a night on the town, we want your pictures! Submit high-resolution photos to editor@LIFEseniorservices.org by the 1st of every month.
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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
CEMETERY LOTS IN FLORAL HAVEN Two lots available in “Garden of Apostles”, Lot 213-B. Spaces 3 & 4. Valued at $6,800; half-priced at a low $3,400. Beautiful area, located close to road, with easy access. Call: (918) 638-1830 Memorial Park Cemetery Lots Memorial Park Cemetery lots for sale in Valley Glen West. Spaces 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 in lot 59 section 33. Lots located close to road, south end on Memorial side. Will sell lots separately. Call Sally for more information (918) 625-4635. 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 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.
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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. 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
Medicare Assistance Program The Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services provides accurate information, counseling and assistance relating 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. 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.
A Handy Helping Hand Professional home maintenance, AAA Lawns & More painting, and improvements. Total lawn care. Lawn Mowing. Whether you’re making overdue Rototilling. Gutter clean-up. Specialist repairs, sprucing up your home in fence/property line lawn clean-up. and garden, or optimizing your Stump grinding and small tree work. home’s “sale-ability” potential, call Dedicated to making your lawn look Joe Surowiak with A Handy its best. Insured, honest, experienced Helping Hand. Professional results. and dependable. Veteran-owned. We Competitive rates. (918) 520-0333. are a small company with personal service. References available. Allen’s Handyman Services FREE ESTIMATES. Call Larry. of Tulsa (918) 361-1299. “Your Home Improvement and Repair Specialist.” 18th year serving A New Season Lawn Care Tulsa seniors. “One call can do it & Landscape all.” 10% senior discount. Insured. Full service. Weed control, All work guaranteed in writing. No fertilization, and pre-emergent. pay until job is completed. Plumbing, Mowing, trimming, leaf and small drain cleaning, grab bars, electrical, debris removal, shrub planting, carpentry, painting, seamless hedge trimming, mulching flower guttering installation/repair/cleaning. beds. Small tree trimming. We Dryer vent cleaning. Roof, tile and offer weekly, bi-weekly & year drywall repair. Wood siding/trim round services for the manicured replacement. Deck repair, power look. Privacy fence installation and washing, staining. Tree trimming. No repair. Best rates, senior discounts. job too small. For free estimate, call Free Estimates. Accepting new Allen at (918) 630-0394. customers!! Call Todd (918) 639-2262. Big C’s Plumbing Services Your one stop Plumbing Shop! Green Hibiscus Lawn & Call us and I guarantee you will Garden Services never have to call another plumbing Scheduled garden maintenance company. Licensed, bonded and (weeding, planting, mulching). insured for your protection....Call Garden bed design and installation. (918) 855-9216, tell us you saw us in Hedge & shrub trimming. Tree the Vintage Newsmagazine receive pruning & removal. Leaf clean up. an automatic 10% discount....call Hauling green debris. Call Charles us now. (918) 636-0298. Bumgartner Plumbing Kimble Davis Tree Company Licensed, with over 30 years of Family-owned and operated. experience. Rates are low and based Specializing in all aspects of tree on the job, not the hour. No service care: restoration, pruning/thinning, call fee or travel time charge. Senior removal, stump grinding, hedge and caregiver discount. Plumbing trimming, firewood available. Serving service and repair our specialty. Tulsa for 25 years. References. Honest, professional service you Member BBB. Insured. ISA certified can count on. Lic. # 82750. arborist. Check us out at (918) 355-4747. www.kdtreeco.com. Call Kimble at (918) 853-5383. Burton Painting Specializing in all aspects of exterior Mower Repair / Maintenance and interior home painting. Staining, All brands - Riders, ZTR’s, Walksealing, and painting faux finishes. behinds, Hand-helds. Top Quality Decks, fences, cabinets and floors. work, ASE certified Mechanic. PickFree estimates. 30+ years of up and Delivery available. Tulsa and experience. Reliable, courteous, surrounding counties. Maintenance professional service. Fully insured. specials include pick-up and delivery (918) 378-2858. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call Scott (918) 519-3869. Contracting for Seniors by Van Repairs, painting, some plumbing and HOME REPAIR/REMODELING electrical, small jobs. Special needs: A-OK Plumbing grab bars, hand rails, handicap A-OK Plumbing is now offering fixtures. Working with individuals, handyman services. No job too big families, seniors, businesses since or too small. Free estimates. We 1987. We function with integrity, with work by the job or hourly. 10% off special concerns for seniors. Free to all first time customers. Relax, estimates, insured. (918) 636-6849. everyone’s welcome. Sit back and give us a call. Special senior rates offered. (918) 810-0397. GARDENING/LAWN SERVICES
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CLASSIFIEDS 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. Freedom Electrical Services Do you need outlets, ceiling fans or lights hung? Freedom Electrical Services provides quality workmanship. For all your electrical needs, call (918) 216-1846. www.freedomelectricalservices. com 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 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. Hero’s Painting & Remodelation Hero’s Painting & Remodelation provides painting services, kitchen and bath remodeling, replacing drywall. Commercial and residential. Senior discount of 20% off services provided. Call (918) 809-5337. 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. YOUR LOCAL HANDYMAN AND RESOURCE Almost anything that you want done, I will do. Maybe: You don't know how? You’re too tired to do it? It’s too dirty? You just don’t have
time? Carpentry, construction, house cleaning, packing/unpacking, transportation, shopping, painting, roof repair, landscaping, etc., and etc. Call Matthew at (918) 609-3216. HOUSE CLEANING
Murmaids Cleaning Service Free estimates. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and 1 time cleans available. Bonded and Insured. We appreciate the chance to show our Competitive Prices and Exceptional Service. Ask about our Existing Customer Appreciation Discounts. Call (918) 370-5918. HOUSING
Master Suite 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. 24 hour security. Also, available next door is a Master Suite for rent with live-in owner.Call for pricing (918) 491-9929. 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
Affordable CNA/Home Health Aide/Companionship My name is LaQuanna. I am a caregiver and offer companionship. I am dependable, honest, caring and affordable. References available. If you need someone to help you or your loved one call me at (918) 430-4864. Ask for LaQuanna. 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/
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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 Affordable-Dependable-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 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. 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. – 4:00 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, callBeverly 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.
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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.
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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.
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“MR. Z TRAVELS” Join Peggy and Richard Ziglar in their exciting 2020 trip to the historic PASSION PLAY of Oberammergau, Germany, Sept. 8-19. Fly to Berlin and bus to Dresden, Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Vienna, Salzburg, Oberammergau, and Munich. Brochure available. Call (918) 742-6826 or (918) 638-7649 or email: rziglar@cox. net Also available: bus trip to Mt. Rushmore May 19-25, 2019. $599 for double.
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Need Widows & Widowers to be a Friend Looking for widows and widowers who would be willing to volunteer to be a friend through a difficult time for our recent widows and widowers. Men with men, women with women. Also looking for volunteers to do sitting. Training is provided. Contact Denise with Millennium Hospice, (918) 740-0244.
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In Memory of Laura Anne Barnes Sylvia R. Martin and Stephen Barnes In Memory of Keith S. Beard Narvelle O. Beard In Memory of Alfonso Ferrantino Francis Ferrantino In Memory of Theresa Ann Finck Theresa M. Finck and Mary Ann Finck In Memory of Ruth M. Kraemer Edith Senske In Memory of Geleda Platter D. Jean Tomassi In Memory of Ludie Ray Georgia Ray In Memory of Bill Turley Florence E. Swabb In Memory of Wanda Lorene Wiseman Edith Senske About LIFE Senior Services LIFE Senior Services is a recognized leader in aging services and an acknowledged voice on aging issues and is proud to be a nonprofit United Way organization. If you would like to make a donation in support of LIFE Senior Services, please mail your contribution to: LIFE Senior Services 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa, OK 74135-5114 Make your donation securely online: www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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