LIFE's Vintage Newsmagazine - August 2019

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Vol. 34, No. 2 LIFE Senior Services, Inc.

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Publisher

Kelly Kirchhoff Senior Director of Communications and Development

Erin Shackelford Managing Editor editor@LIFEseniorservices.org

Emily Fox Associate Editor efox@LIFEseniorservices.org

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Advertising Director bdornblaser@LIFEseniorservices.org

Leah Weigle

Making an Impact

Graphic Designer and Photographer

Tulsa is home to many amazing individuals and nonprofit organizations working to improve the lives of Tulsans and even their pets. In this month’s issue of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine, we spotlight just a handful of these incredibly generous people and institutions.

14 R&G Grocers 16 Hospitality House 18 Coalition for Tulsa Pets & Pawsitively Tulsa 20 T he Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges 21 North Tulsa Community Coalition 22 Hospice of Green Country 24 The Tristesse Grief Center 25 Total Source for Hearing Loss and Access

Carol Carter Copy Editor

Carrie Henderson Bowen Circulation Coordinator cbowen@LIFEseniorservices.org

dick mccandless Esteban Valencia Community Distribution

LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine is published monthly by LIFE Senior Services (a Tulsa Area United Way nonprofit) and helps fulfill LIFE Senior Services’ mission to promote and preserve independence for seniors.

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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.

26 Healthy Aging

Your Feet: The Foundation of Health?

Your feet are home to 26 bones each, which makes them a very complicated part of your body. Your feet bear the literal load of your body and can deteriorate as we age. After a lifetime of carrying your weight, it’s common to develop foot issues.

6 Letter from LIFE Senior Services 8 Looking Back 10 Caregiver Corner Ask LIFE's Caregiver Support Team 12 Medicare & You Buried in Mail?

15 Get the 2019-2020 Edition of LIFE's Vintage Guide to Housing & Services 28 In the Spotlight

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23 Summer Days at Gathering Place The Gathering Place, a $400 million dollar, 70-acre park on the east bank of the Arkansas River, is the crown jewel of Tulsa’s extensive park system.

Discover what’s new at Tulsa’s most beloved park.

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Business Directory Mindbender & Puzzles Noteworthy Share Your Time & Talent Calendar LIFE EDU People & Places Classifieds Vintage Friends

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Volume 34, Issue 2, August 2019 LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine (ISSN 21688494) (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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SIMEON GIPSON MEN’S SOFTBALL This team of octogenarians play under the name of Royal Express. In the 80 plus age bracket they won the silver medal at the National Senior Games.

MEN’S GOLF Even retired professional athletes Fred Carter (basketball), Terry Peters (football), Buck Thornton (boxing) and Tony Rayburn (football) enjoy the the competitive spirit of the Oklahoma Senior Games.

After receiving a bike from his son, Gipson has pedaled his way to health and a busy and full life after retirement.

From settling disputes between tribes to uniting nations as they participate in Olympic competitions, sports and athletic endeavors have always played an important part in our history and society. Regardless of our chronological age, we all possess a competitive spirit. Participation in Senior Games unites older adults through friendship and healthy competition, while encouraging active, vibrant aging.

TO REGISTER FOR THE GAMES OR FOR MORE INFORMATION:

The Oklahoma Senior Games, offered each fall during September and October, encourage adults 50 and over to enhance the quality of their lives by preparing for and participating in one or more of the 22 age-grouped athletic competitions.

Participating in the Senior Games provides health and social benefits to each athlete and is a great way to make new friends.

www.okseniorgames.com info@okseniorgames.com (405) 821-1500

Every other year, athletes at the Oklahoma Senior Games are able to qualify for National Senior Games competition – the world’s largest sporting event in the world for active seniors. The next National Senior Games will be held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 2021. The 2019 games were held in Albuquerque with 14,712 people in attendance.

VICTOR GUILLERMO A veteran sponsor recipient.

WOMEN’S BOWLING

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Debi and Becky were on a roll when they won first place in the women’s bowling doubles (age bracket 55 to 59) at the National Senior Games last in Albuquerque, NM.

The Oklahoma Classics took home the silver medal at Nationals in Albuquerque, NM. The Oklahoma Classics play in the 70 plus age bracket.

A LETTER FROM LIFE SENIOR SERVICES

Senior Centers: The Key to Aging Well At LIFE Senior Services, we know that there’s a strong tie between good health and happiness. We also know that being healthy allows adults 50+ to maintain an independent lifestyle.

What we’ve discovered from our Senior Center members is that the key to aging well involves staying active, learning new things and sharing time with friends.

In June, LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster women’s basketball team – the Happy Hoopers – qualified for and competed in this year’s National Senior Games in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Even though they didn’t come out as champions, they enjoyed competing and challenging themselves.

For more information about LIFE's Senior Centers, contact Melodie Powders at

(918) 664-9000.

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Aging well may mean different things to different people. For some, it’s learning a new skill, exploring hidden talents or taking up a new sport. Others see their most important work as connecting to family, old friends and growing new relationships. Some see volunteering and giving back to the community as the activity that fosters purpose and a more meaningful life.

Most people want to incorporate a part of each of these while on their journey to reach their full potential. LIFE’s Senior Centers offer the right combination of social, creative, educational and fitness programs, which enhance the varied experiences that are fundamental to aging well.

“There is something for everyone,” says LIFE’s Senior Center Coordinator Melodie Powders. “Whether you’re looking to increase the amount of physical activity you get each week or you want to make some new friends,

there are so many possibilities for you to get plugged into. We have something to fit every skill level and interest.”

LIFE’s Senior Centers are located at Southminster Presbyterian Church, 3500 S. Peoria Ave., and East Side Christian Church, 1427 S. Indianapolis Ave., in Tulsa. Both centers are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Individual memberships to LIFE’s Senior Centers are only $40 a year and include access to activities at both locations.

Couple memberships are $55 a year.

August Activity Highlight: This month, on Tuesday, August 6, LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side will host Dr. Kyle T. Panther from CareFirst Pharmacy. His presentation will focus on medication interactions and safety information. For example, did you know that fruit juices, like grapefruit, orange and apple, can decrease the absorption of many often-used drugs to treat infections, allergies, transplant rejections, cancers and high blood pressure? Learn more about this type of interaction and many others during his presentation.

The presentation starts at 12:45 p.m. and is free and open to the public. If you’re interested in attending, contact Melodie Powders at (918) 664-9000 for more information and to RSVP.

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LOOKING BACK Helping Heal Tulsa

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

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Public Health Association nurses, 1920. Tulsa’s Public Health Association was organized in 1918 and was the only health service to provide visiting nurses for the sick and needy. The agency’s motto was “Prevention is as important as the cure.” PHA provided weekly tuberculosis clinics, child welfare, prenatal care and immunizations.

American Red Cross workers with empty wholeblood bottles, February 15, 1960.

See additional pictures in the digital edition of August's LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine at www.LIFEseniorservices.org.

Tulsa Community Fund billboard advertising the 6th Annual Fundraising Campaign, c. 1930. The sign was at 2nd St. and Denver Ave.

Small boy receiving assistance from Traveler’s Aid.

This Month in History August 14, 2003: Blackout August 3, 1958: Nautilus

traveled under North Pole

The U.S. nuclear submarine Nautilus accomplished the first undersea voyage to the geographic North Pole. Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear submarine, dived at Point Barrow, Alaska, and traveled nearly 1,000 miles under the Arctic ice cap to reach the top of the world.

It then steamed on to Iceland, pioneering a new and shorter route from the Pacific to the Atlantic and Europe.

August 9, 1945: Atomic bomb

dropped on Nagasaki

A second atom bomb was dropped on Japan by the United States, resulting finally in Japan’s surrender. The devastation at Hiroshima was not sufficient to convince the Japanese War Council to accept the Potsdam Conference’s demand for unconditional surrender. The U.S. had already planned to drop the second bomb, nicknamed “Fat Man,” on August 11, but bad weather expected for that day pushed the date up.

hit northeast United States

A major outage knocked out power across the eastern United States and parts of Canada.

Beginning at 4:10 p.m. (EST), 21 power plants shut down in just three minutes. Fifty million people were affected. Although power companies were able to resume some service in as little as two hours, power remained off in other places for more than a day. In New York City alone, the estimated cost of the blackout was more than $500 million.

August 17, 1978: Balloon

crossed the Atlantic

The Double Eagle II completed the first transatlantic balloon flight when it landed in a barley field near Paris, 137 hours after lifting off from Preque Isle, Maine. The helium-filled balloon was piloted by Ben Abruzzo, Maxie Anderson and Larry Newman and flew 3,233 miles in the six-day odyssey. Later, in 2002, American adventurer Steve Fossett became the first man in history to fly around the world solo in a hot-air balloon.

August 22, 1989: Nolan Ryan registered 5,000th strikeout

Nolan Ryan of the Texas Rangers became the first pitcher in major league history to register 5,000 career strikeouts. Ryan would go on to rack up a total of 5,714 strikeouts, over 1,500 more than his closest competition. Ryan is most famous for his record seven no-hitters; the last came in 1991 when he was 44 years old.

August 29, 2005: Hurricane Katrina wreaked havoc on Gulf Coast

Hurricane Katrina, the most destructive hurricane ever to hit the United States, made landfall on the U.S. Gulf Coast, near New Orleans, Louisiana. Katrina, which formed over the Bahamas on August 23, was the third major hurricane of a particularly severe 2005 season.

Hurricane Katrina was the most costly natural disaster in American history, with damages of more than $80 billion. In all, more than 1,800 people died, 1 million more were displaced and 400,000 lost their jobs as a result of the disaster. © The History Channel

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CAREGIVER CORNER

Do You Have Questions and Need Answers?

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LIFE's Caregiver Support Team.

LIFE Senior Services has a myriad of programs and services that address caregiver needs and concerns. Every day, LIFE’s Caregiver Support team is asked questions about how family members and friends can help a loved one. Here are just a few of the most frequently asked questions (and answers!).

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My mom is entering later stages of dementia. She will say, while standing in her bedroom, “I want to go home!” Why does she do this? It is very upsetting to us, and we are not sure how to help.

This is actually a common experience, and there are a couple of different ways to look at this. Sometimes it is exactly what it seems.

The person with dementia thinks that they are somewhere else and wants to go home.

This can happen when, in their mind, they are mentally in a different time – likely a time in their past. Your mom might not recognize where she is and would like to go to the home she is remembering (perhaps even a home from childhood). Another line of thought is that your mom is using the word “home” as a filler word for something else – like saying she wants to be safe. Regardless of what is prompting the word “home,” the person with dementia is telling caregivers that he or she is confused, scared and probably anxious. The best course of action, as with most dementiarelated behaviors, is to comfort and redirect.

Some families find that creating a narrative around the situation can help, maybe saying, “I know, Mom. We will head home as soon as breakfast/lunch/other activity is over.” Then, direct the person to an activity. Validating, comforting and encouraging words are more helpful in situations like this than correcting them and telling them they are home.

What is Adult Day Health and how can it help my family?

Adult Day Health (ADH) is an opportunity for persons with cognitive, chronic or other health issues to be safe and engaged during the day. A typical day includes meals and snacks, medication administration, multiple interactive activities and exercises that can include outings, gardening, music, games and more. ADH environments also include opportunities for socializing, as well as professional assistance with bathing, personal care, salon services for both men and women, foot care, physical and occupational therapies and more that are tailored to the individual needs of each participant. ADH helps families in many

ways. Some families choose to use ADH for limited days to augment other caregiving environments. For example, a person may visit ADH two days a week and utilize family or other professional caregivers the other days. Some families use ADH five or six days a week, allowing for work schedules and errands. Other families choose to use ADH for a short-term respite (or break). Besides providing high-quality care in a social setting, the cost is a benefit. ADH is considerably less expensive than assisted living facilities, nursing facilities or home care agencies. Many ADH providers also offer comprehensive services to caregivers, with staff dedicated to communication and support for caregivers.

Many families who utilize Adult Day Health say benefits include that their loved one is not only active and engaged each day, but also sleep better at night.

What legal documents do I need to be a caregiver?

One way to rephrase this question is, “What documents promote the wishes of my loved one?” Any person who works in medical or social services will encourage everyone to, at the very least, have an advance directive. Some states call this a living will.

The Oklahoma Advance Directive will specify medical preferences to physicians if incapacitated and appoint a healthcare proxy to act on their behalf, but only within the scope of the document. A copy of the advance directive can be found at the Oklahoma Bar Association website at www.okbar.org. An attorney is not required to complete the Oklahoma Advance Directive, but it does require two non-inheriting witnesses. There are other documents that allow caregivers to make day-to-day decisions on behalf of their loved one. Powers of attorney can be created with or without a lawyer and can offer benefits of helping with financial and medical decisions. In the event of incapacitation, a court-ordered guardianship can be put in place. Regardless of the needs of any family, however, it is highly recommended to reach out to an attorney and/or Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma at (888) 534-5243.

Caregiving for a loved one can be tricky. It can be helpful to have someone to talk to who can answer questions. Luckily, caregivers in northeast Oklahoma have access to LIFE’s SeniorLine. SeniorLine representatives are specially trained in aging issues, caregiver concerns and senior resources.

Call, email or live chat with SeniorLine today!

(918) 664-9000

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MEDICARE & YOU

You might have guessed that mail from Social Security and CMS is important to pay attention to, but what about all of that other mail? How do you spot the scammers and junk?

Here are few things to keep watch for: • If the mailer asks you for important personal information, like your credit card number or your Social Security number, it’s junk.

• If the mailer throws around the word “free” for some service or product, it’s probably junk.

• If the mailer has large, colorful graphics that are trying really hard to get your attention, it could be junk.

• If the mailer has “PRESORTED” or “PRSRT STD” in the postage area, it’s probably junk or spam mail.

It seems like the older we get the more mail we receive. It can be hard to know what to open and file away for your records, what to save to review on a rainy day and what to discard immediately.

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ou likely receive mail from insurance companies, marketing organizations, scammers, the Social Security Administration, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, among others.

It can be overwhelming to say the least. So, what should you know about all of this mail, and what actually deserves your attention?

premiums that are withheld and other factors.

Another type of mail would be the Initial Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amounts (IRMAA) Determination (this could come at any time during the year). You'll get this notice if you have Medicare Part B and/or Part D and Social Security determines that any income-related monthly adjustment amounts apply to you.

All mail that you receive from the Social Security Administration (SSA) or the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) definitely deserves your attention. It’s important to keep in mind that physical mail is the only way that Social Security and CMS will contact you, so these items need to be opened and reviewed on receipt.

Mailings from CMS come more frequently and consistently. If you have Original Medicare, you’ll get a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) in the mail every three months for Medicare Part A and Part B-covered services. The notice shows all of your services or supplies that providers and suppliers billed to Medicare during the three-month period, what Medicare paid and what you may owe the provider. This is not a bill.

Types of mail you might receive from Social Security may include a Social Security Benefit Rate Change (BRI) Notice (this is mailed in December). This notice tells you about benefit payment changes for the coming year due to cost-of-living increases, variations in the

If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO), as opposed to Original Medicare, you will not receive an MSN. Instead, you will generally receive the plan’s version of the MSN, called an Explanation of Benefits (EOB). Like

• If the mailer has fake handwriting on it (to appear as if a person handwrote on it), that’s a telltale sign that it’s junk mail.

Stay vigilant as you sort your mail.

If you have any questions about whether a piece of mail is urgent or spam or junk mail, you can contact LIFE’s Medicare Assistance Program at (918) 664-9000 ext. 1189 or toll-free at (866) 664-9009.

the MSN, the EOB is not a bill and gives you the information on the charges and payments related to the healthcare services you received. This EOB will come directly from your plan provider for your Medicare Advantage Plan or Medicare Part D Plan.

Another mailing from CMS to watch out for is the yearly "Medicare & You" handbook.

The "Medicare & You" handbook is mailed to all Medicare households each fall. It includes a summary of Medicare benefits, rights and protections; lists of available health and drug plans; and answers to frequently asked questions about Medicare.

by Channing Rutherford LIFE Senior Services, Medicare Assistance Program Supervisor Sources: www.medicare.gov, www.ncoa.org

If you enjoy helping people and feel comfortable using a computer, the Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE offers a variety of volunteer opportunities to fit your skills and interests. Call MAP at LIFE at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1168 to learn how you can make a difference for people on Medicare. You’ll be glad you did!

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Tulsa is home to many amazing individuals and nonprofit organizations working to improve the lives of Tulsans and even their pets. In this month’s issue of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine, we spotlight just a handful of these incredibly generous people and institutions.

Katie Plohocky

R&G Grocers Mobile Unit

R&G Grocers Mobile Unit

be a food desert whose simple, powerful statement put everything in perspective for them.

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or a long time, people in some regions of the Tulsa area have had little or no access to fresh groceries. In fact, 45% of Tulsans live with low access to fresh foods, and 17% live in food deserts.

A food desert is an area where access to quality food is non-existent and residents must travel several miles to reach a grocery store than has staple items like fresh produce.

With a mission to erase food deserts in the Tulsa area, Katie Plohocky and R&G Grocers entered the picture. Plohocky was born and raised on a farm in Michigan and learned at a young age what it was like to have access to healthy food and food security.

However, later in life as a single mom of three, she experienced the other side – she had to find a way to feed her children when she had no money, even though she was working two jobs.

About 12 years ago, while she was working in commercial real estate, Plohocky started meeting with the North Tulsa Economic Development Initiative. Her eyes were opened to food deserts in north Tulsa and other pockets of the Tulsa area.

“This lady said it was easier to find a gun in her neighborhood than an apple,” says Plohocky.

While brick and morter grocery stores in north Tulsa have not proven successful, Plohocky and her team set out to do something altogether different. Instead of starting another grocery store that people would have to find transportation to get to or walk to, they would bring the grocery store to them.

“We realized that food insecurity was not getting better, and we needed to do something,” Plohocky says.

With funding from the Helmerich Foundation, Plohocky started R&G Family Grocers in 2014.

R&G, which stands for “real good,” is a 44-foot long, one-aisle mobile grocery store that carries all the grocery staples.

As she and her team were researching, they met a woman living in a neighborhood considered to

R&G makes 15 stops a week to areas where access to fresh food like produce, quality meats,

For more information about R&G Grocers, visit www.tulsarealgoodfood.org/rgfamilygrocers.

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dairy and frozen food is limited. In 2018, R&G served 17,000 Tulsans during its weekly stops.

Many of R&G’s stops are at senior apartments, which Plohocky and her team discovered to be an area of great need. “Many seniors have mobility issues and might not be able to drive,” she says.

Plohocky recalls a picture that was taken during one of the first stops at a senior apartment complex featuring eight or nine seniors with walkers lined up outside the mobile grocery store. “We call that our parking lot.”

Not only is R&G working to fill the void of nutritious food in these areas, it also seeks to bring long-term positive change to people’s lifestyles.

The program is already yielding significant health improvements.

At LaFortune Tower, for example, some residents have been taken off medication for high cholesterol after improving their diets, Plohocky says.

Giving people in these communities the opportunity to shop for themselves also promotes a sense of independence. Plohocky shared the story of a woman who came to shop at R&G on her 100th birthday.

“She was still cooking. She was so excited to pick out her own food instead of someone picking it out for her. She felt really independent being able to do that.”

In addition to the mobile grocery, R&G also has a store inside Tulsa Pythian Manor at 21st Street and Sheridan Road, where they served 1,116 people in 2018.

The micro-grocery store at Pythian Manor is 200 square feet and features 1,500 unique items. This location was previously a stop for the mobile store, but once it became a permanent store in September 2018, sales increased by 136% in the first month.

Plohocky says it’s more appealing to some of the customers they serve to have an indoor location. For example, Minnie, a 94 year-old woman who is blind, wasn’t comfortable going outside to the mobile grocery store. Now, Minnie is able to access food from the micro-grocery store in the lobby of her own apartment building.

The micro-grocery store is open five days a week and volunteer-staffed by residents of Pythian Manor. The program gives volunteers food credit for their time.

“It gives them something to do and makes them feel useful,” Plohocky says. “It gives them an opportunity to be self-reliant and do something to improve their food security.”

Since the micro-grocery store at Pythian Manor has gone so well, R&G is looking at replicating the program at five more facilities over the next couple of years.

R&G Family Grocers is open to the public and accepts all forms of payment, including cash, debit/credit cards, Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), Osage WIC, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, Double Up Oklahoma tokens and several other incentive programs. SNAP payments make up 61% of their sales.

R&G has been able to help more people each year, growing from 5,213 customers in 2014 to more than 17,000 in 2018.

by Lindsay Morris MAKING AN IMPACT, continued on page 16

LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services Helping Seniors and Families Navigate Aging Options and Resources Today’s modern world has seen great growth in a variety of industries, but none so vast and quick as the world of aging services. People are living longer; and as Baby Boomers enter their senior years, the world of aging services continues to grow at an unprecedented rate.

Today’s seniors are fortunate to have a myriad of residential care alternatives, as well as home and community-based services to help them continue to live safely and independently in their homes for as long as possible. LIFE Senior Services understands that navigating the wide array of aging services can be daunting, and LIFE is pleased to announce the 2019-20 edition of LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services.

The annual publication, which released in late July, is northeast Oklahoma’s most comprehensive collection of senior resources and is an invaluable tool for older adults and family caregivers, as well as social workers and other professionals who work with older adults.

The 2019-20 Vintage Guide is a 254-page, full-color publication that features nearly 300 housing options categorized by level-of-care; more than 180 healthcare, hospice and specialty services, including local adult day health programs and a funeral and cremation services section; plus more than 700 community-based services. The publication also includes 31 articles, which address some of the most frequently asked questions concerning aging issues, as well as checklists for comparing different housing, healthcare and hospice options.

We invite you to pick up your FREE copy at any LIFE Senior Services location (listed below). Free copies of LIFE’s Vintage Guide are also available at all 24 Tulsa City-County libraries and the Will Rogers (Claremore), Catoosa and Coweta libraries. Additionally, a digital version is available online at LIFE’s website, www.LIFEseniorservices.org. The online version offers reader-friendly navigation and a variety of viewing and printing tools.

LIFE Senior Services is always here to help when you have questions about senior issues or are looking for solutions to aging challenges. Call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000 for more information about LIFE’s Vintage Guide or help navigating the publication.

The 2019-20 LIFE’s Vintage Guide is now available at all LIFE Senior Services locations: LIFE Senior Services • Midtown Tulsa 5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa LIFE’s Adult Day Health & LIFE PACE • North Tulsa 902 E. Pine St., Tulsa LIFE’s Adult Day Health • Broken Arrow 3106 S. Juniper Ave., Broken Arrow LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side 1427 S. Indianapolis Ave., Tulsa LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster 3500 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa

Copies of the new LIFE’s Vintage Guide are available at all Tulsa CityCounty, Claremore, Coweta and Catoosa libraries, as well as available in a digital format on LIFE’s website at www.LIFEseniorservices.org.

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MAKING AN IMPACT, continued from page 14

Toni Moore

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f you've ever stayed overnight with a loved one in the hospital, you know they aren't the most comfortable places. Most Tulsans, however, can run home for a shower, a night’s rest and a meal before heading back to the hospital feeling refreshed.

But what about those that do not have that option? Many people find themselves having to travel to Tulsa to seek medical help for their loved ones. If they do not have the financial resources available to book lodgings close by, they are at the mercy of hospital food and poor sleep on chairs or too-short couches that can lead to stiff limbs, cricked necks and a foggy, tired brain – all things that can cause a stressful situation to be even more difficult.

Toni Moore (who now serves as executive director) and her friend Brook Gage took notice of this difficult position that many find themselves in and decided to do something about it. The pair founded Hospitality House of Tulsa, a Christian faith-based nonprofit that provides local lodging and other needed sources of comfort to those whose circumstances may otherwise force them to stay in a hospital or travel long hours each day to receive treatment.

Much of the vision for Hospitality House was born out of Moore’s own experiences, and how having something like Hospitality House could have provided much needed rest and comfort for her and her family.

“At 17 years of age,” she says, “I was living in a small Oklahoma community. My family experienced a medical crisis away from home

Hospitality House Lodgings

when my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer.

The inpatient treatments were two hours away in Oklahoma City, so this meant trips back and forth over a period of 15 months. Then, at age 22, and just married six weeks, my husband had a serious accident and was hospitalized for two weeks away from home. Sleeping in waiting room chairs, skipping meals, lack of sleep and newlywed financial stress were all part of that experience.”

After graduating college, Moore spent 15 years in healthcare administration, learning the business side of healthcare and insurance, where she started to see the need for charity care during a healthcare crisis. But it was in 2002, when her friend urged her to look into studying biblical hospitality, that she really started to consider what she could do to meet the needs of others.

“It was there that I learned about this historical practice, which is defined as showing brotherly love toward a stranger. In 2004, the vision for Hospitality House was born,” Moore says.

Hospitality House cares for more than 1,000 families each year. They serve all 14 area hospitals, providing rides to and from the hospital to homelike lodgings so guests can rest and recuperate in a peaceful setting. Guests will also receive prayer support, health and caregiving education, and home-cooked meals on an average of four nights per week. With two convenient locations – the Doubletree Hotel Extension across from St. Francis hospital and the Victor House near Hillcrest hospital – Hospitality House is the only medical lodging program in Oklahoma that serves both pediatric and adult patients, and every diagnosis category.

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And the best part? Any families that are traveling to Tulsa for inpatient services at least 30 miles away or outpatients (with their caregivers) receiving treatment who live 50 or more miles away are eligible to stay at no cost.

“We don’t charge families to stay, but instead we suggest a small room donation,” says Moore.

“However, the majority of our families cannot afford lodging. It is through the generosity of members of our community that creates this beautiful homelike experience in the midst of travel.”

With Hospitality House, Moore, her dedicated staff and volunteers have truly created an oasis of rest and comfort for those walking through their darkest days. More than once, Moore has witnessed the power of clean sheets, kind words, hot showers and homemade meals when people need it the most.

“Patricia from McAlester was staying by her husband’s side following his heart attack. Her adult children came up to support her as well, but she wanted them to stay at Hospitality House to get some rest and eat. After four days of Patricia sleeping in a chair next to her husband’s bed, her children convinced her to come over to Hospitality House. She walked into her suite to find that a volunteer had left a home-cooked meal for her. She sat down and just cried because while she was busy taking care of everyone else, a stranger had thought enough of her to provide a meal when she needed it the most.”

If you are interested in teaming up with Hospitality House, they are always looking for volunteers. “Our greatest need is to have more volunteers in our Welcome Center helping our guests."

by Tiffany Duncan MAKING AN IMPACT, continued on page 18

For more information about Hospitality House, call (918) 794-0088 or visit www.hhtulsa.org.

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Pawsitively Tulsa

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ulsa is working to become a better place for pets – and that doesn’t mean more dog parks and pet-friendly cafés. The city has a dog and cat overpopulation problem. In 2018, Tulsa Animal Welfare (TAW) took in around 9,000 dogs and cats – that’s between 20 to 40 animals on an average day – most of which were owner surrendered. The Tulsa Animal Shelter simply doesn’t have enough room to house that many animals.

According to Jean Letcher, Tulsa Animal Welfare manager, live release rates have increased from 24% in 2008 to 67% in 2018. Live release consists of adoption, returning an animal to the original owner or transferring an animal to another facility. Letcher says the goal is a 90% live release rate.

To help achieve that goal, Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum introduced an ambitious plan to improve the city’s animal welfare services and increase the live release rate of dogs and cats in Tulsa.

“We recognize that one entity can’t do that all by itself,” Bynum said during a news conference last fall. “It is going to require a number of different groups in our city bringing their expertise to the table.”

Two such groups are the Coalition for Tulsa Pets and Pawsitively Tulsa.

Coalition for Tulsa Pets The coalition is a partnership between Tulsa Animal Welfare, and the two largest nonprofit animal welfare organizations in the community – the Humane Society of Tulsa and the Tulsa Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA).

Created in November 2018, the coalition is developing a community plan aimed at increasing the live release rate of dogs and cats at the shelter, as well as providing comprehensive and sustainable services for the pets in our community.

Coalition for Tulsa Pets

Letcher says the plan draws on the strengths of each organization. “We want to provide the community with resources for their animals, so that they don’t have to give them up in the first place,” she explains. “TAW is focusing on providing alternatives to owner surrender. We’re adding a pet diversion specialist who will work with owners on keeping pets in homes. We’re also hiring a shelter volunteer manager and educating pet owners about spaying, neutering and microchipping.”

The Humane Society of Tulsa brings their expertise in out-of-state transports to reduce the number of dogs and cats in the shelter.

Tulsa SPCA is focused on low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinics and non-emergency veterinarian services.

Pawsitively Tulsa Pawsitively Tulsa is a partnership between the City of Tulsa and Oklahoma Alliance for Animals. Created a year ago, it is another relatively new organization working to resolve Tulsa’s pet overpopulation crisis.

“Our goal is to encourage all rescue groups and animal welfare organizations to get on the same page and work together to make Tulsa a pet-friendly city,” says Mike Jones, DVM, with Pawsitively Tulsa. “We want to help the city promote the rules of responsible pet ownership and one way to tackle that is to enforce the licensing of pets in our city.” Tulsa requires all cats and dogs over the age of six months to have a pet license.

Pet license applications are available online at www.cityoftulsa.org. Completed applications must include proof that the pet is spayed/ neutered and has received a rabies vaccine from a licensed veterinarian. The fee ranges from $5 to $15, depending on the expiration date of the pet’s

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rabies vaccination.

Jones says Pawsitively Tulsa is working with veterinary clinics to help communicate the city’s licensing requirements with pet owners. He adds the $5 licensing fee funds Tulsa Animal Welfare.

“If every pet in Tulsa were licensed, that could mean $250,000 or more in funding for the shelter.

That’s a big impact,” he says.

To further help pet owners, the Coalition for Tulsa Pets held a free pet vaccination clinic in January. The clinic offered free rabies shots, along with the DAPP2 vaccine for dogs and the FVRCP vaccine for cats, as well as $5 microchipping for pets. Pet licenses were also available through TAW for spayed/neutered animals who received the rabies vaccine.

“The clinic was an overwhelming success,” Letcher says. “We were blown away by the number of people who attended. Hundreds were lined up outside in the cold rain."

Letcher says the coalition is planning future events to educate pet owners and provide healthcare services for animals.

In April, Pawsitively Tulsa held its inaugural Tulsa Pet Health & Wellness Fair. The event included $10 microchipping, $5 pet ID tags, pet licensing by TAW and pet-related vendors.

“We microchipped nearly 120 pets and printed numerous pet ID tags,” Jones adds. “It was a great success, and next year’s event is already in the works.”

Ultimately, making Tulsa a better city for our pets not only leads to healthier animals, but a healthier economy, as well. “Pets are part of the family, and people keep them in mind when choosing a place to live,” Jones says. “If we want to attract new people and businesses to Tulsa, we’ve got to be a pet-friendly city where people and their pets can live, work and play together.”

by Karen Szabo MAKING AN IMPACT, continued on page 20

For more information, visit www.pawsitivelytulsa.org and www.coalitionfortulsapets.com.

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Hardesty Family Adaptive Sports Complex

Hardesty Family Adaptive Sports Complex

Members After Boccia Ball Tournament

Paige McCune is a transition services coordinator at the complex and delights in the interaction with the members. She runs the one-on-one program for individuals who are newly injured. Her goal is to help members be independent in the community setting. She also works with caregivers, teaching them how to use the machines so they can facilitate their loved one’s workout.

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taying active and maintaining social connections can become especially difficult for people with physical disabilities and challenges. In Tulsa, however, there is an organization that brings people together around activities that can benefit individuals not only physically, but mentally, emotionally and socially. That facility is The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges.

In March, The Center opened the doors to its new and expanded Hardesty Family Adaptive Sports Complex located at 815 S. Utica Ave. The building is 37,000-square-feet and features a variety of sports and recreational activities for The Center’s nearly 1,600 members. Fifty percent of The Center’s members are seniors who are working to build their stamina, strength and mobility.

In addition to serving seniors, The Center has been designed to serve those with multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, individuals with traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries, stroke survivors, those with vision or hearing impairments, arthritis and diabetes. The fitness center is completely wheelchair accessible and special exercise equipment is on site to help those with limited mobility and dexterity.

The Center member Maurice Harris had a stroke and started visiting The Center in 1997.

When he first came, he couldn’t walk or talk. It took him awhile to get his sea legs under him, but

now he’s doing wonderfully. He uses the rowing machine, stationary bike, sit-up machine, weight machines and treadmill. He’s doing so well in fact, he is able to volunteer at The Center. He helps manage the fitness center when he is not working out.

“It has been a lifesaver,” Harris says. “For me, I got my life back. It makes you appreciate what others do for you, but you have to help yourself.

The more you put into it, the more you get out of it. I wish more people would take advantage of it.

It’s affordable, really reasonable.”

The complex has an aquatics program where members use fitness floats for low-impact workouts. The floats help to stabilize members while they improve their strength through resistance activities. Trainers are present to guide participants, and they utilize volunteers to help support and interact with members.

Members can also build strength and stability in yoga classes. There is a dedicated space exclusively for yoga with trained instructors and volunteers.

Other fitness classes include seated exercises, volleyball, pickleball, bocce ball, walking, personal training classes, motorized chair soccer, chair aerobics and abdominal exercises.

There are also plenty of leisure activities that also aid mobility. There are art classes, wellness classes and horticulture activities.

“I think the biggest reward is empowering people to be themselves and gain back independence,” McCune says. “They come from a hard place with loss of cognition and mobility. It affects their relationships. I think it is important that I help individuals navigate a new journey and new path in life. I enjoy helping others; it is so satisfying to me. I’m glad to be in an environment in which I can do that.”

While all of the classes and activities encourage interaction and friendship, there are designated social activities too. The Center offers field trips, including to the Tulsa State Fair, Tulsa Botanic Gardens and bowling. Members are challenged to get out of their comfort zone and develop leadership skills by becoming involved in the activity committee. These members make decisions on fundraisers that range from sock hops to Christmas dinners.

Almost anyone can become a member and enjoy what The Center has to offer. If you’re interested in becoming at member at The Center, the first step is to complete an application, have your doctor complete a medical release form, then send the paperwork to the director of member services who will, in turn, reach out to you for an interview.

The cost of membership runs from $10 to $50 month, and scholarship assistance is available. The Center is also a Tulsa Transit Lift stop.

by Chris Putnam

For more information, call (918) 794-4514 or visit www.tulsacenter.org.

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Volunteers at the Men's Health Expo

Volunteers at the Home Expo

Free Glucose Screening at Men's Health Expo

In conjunction with this campaign, NTCC has also developed a plan to work with medical providers in north Tulsa to encourage cultural competency training to help ensure that all patients are treated with dignity and respect.

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rom rolling hills to riverbanks, Tulsa is a diverse city. That diversity is reflected in its population as well.

The city boasts significant Latino, Native and African-American populations among its citizens, and many other races, cultures and ethnicities are represented too. While this diversity has contributed to Tulsa’s growth and vibrancy, disparities in wealth, social services and health remain, and many of these inequalities fall squarely along geographic and demographic lines.

In fact, your own health may be a reflection of where you live within the city limits.

The North Tulsa Community Coalition (NTCC) is one Tulsa nonprofit organization addressing these discrepancies.

“Data shows that residents in north Tulsa have significant health disparities,” says Reggie Ivey, chief operating officer for the Tulsa Health Department and advisor to the NTCC board of directors. “Life expectancy is 10.7 years less for residents in certain north Tulsa zip codes compared to residents living in certain areas of south Tulsa.”

According to Ivey, NTCC was created to identify the problems contributing to this imbalance and find solutions to the issues that affect health in north Tulsa. Supported by the Tulsa Health Department, NTCC has created five taskforce groups – education, economic stability, healthcare access, discrimination and justice, and neighborhood and built environment – to focus on residents living in five specific zip codes to improve health outcomes and quality of life.

NTCC efforts are directed at residents of all ages, including seniors.

“It has been an imperative for NTCC to have the support and voice of seniors,” Ivey notes, adding that Nelda English, NTCC chairperson, has lived in north Tulsa for more than 70 years.

“She’s encouraged seniors in the community to not only attend the taskforce and coalition meetings, but to volunteer and actively support the work of the coalition.”

NTCC has brought in elected officials to coalition meetings and taskforce groups to hear the concerns of seniors and develop strategies to address related issues.

“The coalition has made a concerted effort to hear about concerns of seniors regarding access to food in north Tulsa, mental health concerns like isolation and stress, limited resources and safety, in addition to concerns about increased costs for food and housing,” says Ivey.

Other NTCC programs that target a broader audience are also of interest to the older community. Ivey points to the “Know Your Numbers” initiative as an example.

“The program encourages north Tulsa residents to regularly check their blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol to prevent and treat chronic disease,” Ivey explains. “It’s important that individuals take immediate action when their numbers are not in the proper range and monitor their numbers between doctor appointments.”

Other issues of concern to north Tulsa residents of all ages include roaming stray dogs, which make it challenging for residents to walk in their own neighborhoods for fear of being bitten or attacked. NTCC has contacted animal control to address the issue and help teach residents how to respond when faced with this situation.

Improving housing for all north Tulsa residents is another area of focus for the organization.

“The coalition has worked with the City of Tulsa and other entities to help residents learn about resources available to help them stay in their homes, or if they rent, how to deal with landlords who aren’t addressing maintenance concerns,” Ivey says.

NTCC held its first Home Expo in September 2018.

“The intent of the expo was to encourage home ownership by providing education through a plethora of vendors,” Ivey says. “Secondarily, the expo shared information on home maintenance, which included tips about energy efficiency, do-it-yourself demonstrations and resources to help individuals with limited income make home repairs. The expo also included entertainment, giveaways, home tours and food.”

This year’s Home Expo is scheduled for August 3 at the Tulsa Technological Center – North Campus located at 3850 N. Peoria Ave.

by Julie Wenger Watson MAKING AN IMPACT, continued on page 22

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he word “hospice” frightens many people. Often, this fear comes from the misconception that accepting hospice care means giving up hope.

Fortunately, that is far from the truth. Hospice services can be a tremendous source of support and comfort and are focused on improving the quality of life both for the person with an illness and their family.

Hospice care is considered the model for quality, compassionate care for people facing a life-limiting illness with a prognosis of six months or less (although care doesn’t necessarily end at six months). Hospice takes a team-oriented approach to providing medical care, pain and symptom management, and emotional and spiritual support tailored to a person’s wishes and needs.

Some things covered under hospice care include: • Medical care, including monitoring the patient, administering medication, controlling pain and providing other medical support.

• Social services, including counseling and referrals or coordination with other community resources to help the patient and his or her family.

• Spiritual services in keeping with the patient’s religious or spiritual beliefs.

• Help with basic personal needs such as getting out of bed, walking, bathing and dressing.

• Physical, occupational and speech therapy to help maintain or regain lost functioning.

• Respite care to provide breaks for caregivers.

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• Bereavement support to help survivors cope and grieve after a death.

A referral to a hospice provider from the individual’s physician is required to begin care.

Except for any restrictions set by your insurance provider, the selection of a hospice provider is a personal choice. When searching for a hospice provider, consider asking whether the hospice is a for-profit or nonprofit, whether they are accredited and what services they provide. In Oklahoma, besides private pay, hospice care can also be paid for

by Medicare Part A, the VA, some private health insurance plans or the ADvantage program.

Hospice of Green Country As a Tulsa Area United Way nonprofit partner agency, Hospice of Green Country is the area’s oldest hospice serving northeast Oklahoma.

Hospice of Green Country is the leading provider of hospice care for those without resources, providing high quality hospice care to all patients regardless of financial status.

The team at Hospice of Green Country: • Includes a dedicated staff of professionals from every hospice care discipline who receive ongoing training to ensure the best possible techniques are utilized.

• Provides non-judgmental care, providing care decisions based on the individual needs of the patient and their family.

• Gives continuing guidance through social work support, education and counseling to address any issues as they occur.

• Provides courtesy care services for patients who are uninsured or underinsured.

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•O ffers stay-at-home services to provide additional support for caregivers so patients can remain at home and avoid institutional placement.

•M aintains care for patients’ pets through Pet Peace of Mind services, which includes grooming, veterinarian care and assistance with pet adoption when needed.

Another focus area for Hospice of Green Country is providing education to the community and encouraging discussions about end-of-life care. Their next education speaker, Dr. BJ Miller, was featured on Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations and his TED Talk “What Really Matters at The End of Life” has had more than 9 million views.

He is also the co-author of the newly released book, “A Beginner’s Guide to the End: Practical Advice for Living Life and Facing Death.” The event is free to the public and will take place on October 22 at 5:30 p.m. at the Philbrook Museum of Art. Hospice of Green Country brings comfort at a time when it’s needed most – and volunteers help make that happen. Hospice volunteers provide respite care for caregivers, do chores and run errands, help take care of pets, sew outfits for bereavement bears, as well as provide office support. The next volunteer training will be held on August 24.

Another way to get involved is to support their resale store, Sophisticated Seconds, a boutique where you can find upscale name brand and designer clothing for women, men and children, accessories and other items. Located at 4016 S. Yale Ave., Tulsa, you can volunteer, donate your items for them to sell, or find a great bargain for yourself ! Follow them on Facebook for the latest sale information.

by Karen J. O’Brien MAKING AN IMPACT, continued on page 24

For more information, call (918) 747-2273 or visit www.hospiceofgreencountry.org or www.sophisticatedseconds.org.

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The Gathering Place, a $400 million dollar, 70-acre park on the east bank of the Arkansas River, is the crown jewel of Tulsa’s extensive park system. Opened to the public last September, the park, like many areas along the river, was threatened by May’s catastrophic storms. While the park experienced some flooding on the sports courts and some erosion in the areas closest to the river, the damage was quickly repaired, and the Gathering Place is up and running with exciting programming for Tulsans of all ages.

Vista at the Boathouse, the park’s newest restaurant, opened this spring. The floor-to-ceiling glass walls provide a beautiful view of the park, and the menu offers a variety of reasonably priced food options, along with cocktails, beer and wine.

“We’ve been receiving great reviews, and we’re starting to see the popularity of the restaurant,” says Tony Moore, Gathering Place director. “There is great opportunity for our seniors to visit during the week, as Friday and Saturday tend to be busier.”

Moore offers a solution for those concerned about parking or walking long distances through the park to reach the restaurant.

“We don’t have valet parking, but you can drop off at the curb and take the elevator right up to the restaurant.”

The Gathering Place is also offering “wellness initiatives,” working with different medical partners and others to provide informative sessions on everything from diabetes to mental health and nutrition. The programming calendar is also full of festivals and celebrations that appeal to visitors of all ages, including “Trucktoberfest” – a food truck and music festival.

Moore recommends a number of activities for those who wish to stay active.

“On Wednesdays, we have our Subway Fitness Programs in which anyone can do yoga or exercise at their own pace. Or just walk in the park and enjoy the beautiful aesthetics.”

According to Moore, the park has close to 500 mature trees, with an additional 7,000 added to the landscape.

With the heat of summer, Moore emphasizes the need to take sensible precautions when visiting the park.

“As we get into the hot summer months, there’s certainly some sensitivity to the heat,” he remarks. “We’re always encouraging our guests to hydrate before coming, and if they didn't, to hydrate when they get here. There is a fair amount of shade, but we strongly encourage everyone to pace themselves and identify where the shade is and the benches where they can rest.”

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Family Supported by The Grief Center

Family Supported by The Grief Center

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out if the fit is right for you. If it’s not, don’t give up. Try another therapist or another group. It can be discouraging to start over with a new therapist, but very rewarding when you find someone that can really help you.”

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rief is a response to loss that can create a wide range of individual experiences with some being very difficult to process. The Tristesse Grief Center, founded in 2002, remains a safe place for individuals of all ages to learn how to make grief a healthy part of their life and find hope again.

As a Tulsa Area United Way agency, The Grief Center provides comprehensive services, including individual and group counseling, memorial events, as well as training and education for the broader community.

Executive Director Audrey McCraw explains, “Oftentimes, the bereaved relate to Worden's Four Tasks of Mourning when grieving a loss.”

Author and Psychologist J. William Worden’s Four Tasks of Mourning include: 1. Accept the reality of the loss.

2. Work through the pain and grief.

3. Adjust to a new environment.

4. Find an enduring connection with the deceased while moving forward with life.

“The grief process is not linear, so there is no set timeline for grief,” adds McCraw. “Grief does not have a definitive ending; it is constantly changing.

Therefore, the emotions we experience and our grief reactions shift throughout the process, which often produces feelings of relief.”

Support groups can help connect someone with others who are experiencing similar loss and give participants an outlet for their emotions.

For those who aren’t comfortable in a group setting, it is helpful to find an individual to confide in. This can be someone already in their lives, a new acquaintance or a therapist. When the bereaved have a limited support system or experience a particularly traumatic loss, one-on-one counseling sessions can be particularly helpful.

It can sometimes be difficult for friends and family to know what support to offer someone who has experienced a loss. “If you have a friend or family member who has lost someone they love, know that their emotions are fragile. Don’t take offense if they seem disengaged or distant.

Often, they truly are! Don’t stop talking about the person who has died. Don’t be afraid to say their name or tell a story or share a memory. Don’t push the person to ‘move on.’ No one moves on from grief.”

It is helpful to reassure them that what they are feeling is normal, but it is important to encourage them to seek help when emotions interfere with sleeping, eating or performing day-to-day functions months after the loss.

Although the majority of the cases supported

by The Grief Center involve death, grief can surround divorce, losing a job or loss of health.

Grief can come in many forms. The complexity of the grief can, in part, be influenced by the circumstances surrounding it and the impact of the loss.

“Look for a group or a therapist where you feel safe to explore your own thoughts and feelings.

It’s one of those experiences where you will know it when you find it. It takes a few sessions to figure

“All of our groups here at The Grief Center are led by a counselor. We have grief-specific groups, such as spouse loss, infant/child loss and suicide loss, that allow a safe space to talk about the unique emotions that come with specific types of loss. Groups can provide a level of emotional support that is unique. We also provide individual therapy at The Grief Center,” McCraw adds.

Meetings are held on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis, with specific interests addressed.

Two of the many groups focus on grief in the older adult, as well spouse loss groups. The group also hosts a dinner conversation the last Friday of the month.

As a nonprofit agency, individual and group counseling is delivered based on a sliding scale or is covered by insurance. Everyone is served regardless of ability to pay, and several support groups are offered at no charge. Fees are usually $15 per session.

The Grief Center broadens its reach with workplace training, professional continuing education workshops, public school services, grief camps for kids, crisis response and a host of other services to help the community better serve those affected by loss.

After more than 15 years, The Grief Center continues to expand its mission to provide hope.

After her daughter Tess died of cancer at the age of 14, mother, Laura Gonsalves, and her hospice counselor, Lynetta Clark, opened The Tristesse Grief Center in her honor. Laura remains on the board today. In 2018, The Grief Center provided 3,080 appointments, and the new outreach and intervention programs served 1,180 minors in the community.

by Tricia Horn

For more information, call (918) 587-1200 or visit www.thegriefcenter.org.

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Janie at Sign Language Class

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n early 2010, I began losing hearing on my left side. At the same time, I was having headaches, tinnitus and balance issues. I made excuses and self-diagnosed myself for several months before going to the doctor.

In 2010, as I was dining out with friends, I became so frustrated that I left the restaurant before dinner was served. I sat in my car crying because I hadn’t followed any of the conversation and that caused an extreme feeling of isolation and frustration.

I began a series of doctor’s appointments the next week. After a series of tests, including a complete audiology exam and MRI, my doctor delivered the news that single side hearing loss was not normal and the MRI showed that I had an acoustic neuroma tumor on my left cranial nerve.

This diagnosis would require a 10-hour brain surgery, and I would completely lose hearing on my left side. At that moment my life was turned upside down – I was full of fear, doubt, sadness and began to feel even more isolated.

After a few days of feeling sorry for myself, I was determined to keep a positive attitude and learn everything I could, so I would hopefully help others in the same situation. I began blogging and reaching out on online forums to others who were experiencing the same plight.

Less than a year later, I underwent surgery, and just as my doctor reported, I became what’s known as single-sided deaf.

Hearing loss affects approximately 58,000 people in Oklahoma (48 million people in the U.S. and 350 million worldwide) and can occur at birth or develop at any age. Treatment options vary depending on the degree or type of hearing loss, and advancements are being made every day.

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Below are some signs you might be hard of hearing: • Muffling of speech and other sounds • Difficulty understanding words, especially against background noise or in a crowd • Trouble hearing consonants • Frequently asking others to speak more slowly, clearly and loudly • Needing to turn up the volume of the television or radio • Withdrawal from conversations • Avoidance of some social settings According to a study by The Center for Hearing and Communication (CHC), it takes an average person seven years before seeking help.

CHC reports that 14% of people ages 45 to 64 have some type of hearing loss. One out of three people over the age of 65 have some degree of hearing loss and two out of three people over 75 are hard of hearing.

Years after my surgery, I discovered Total Source for Hearing Loss and Access (TSHA), a Tulsa Area United Way agency.

TSHA has been serving hard of hearing and deaf citizens since 1953. The agency began when parents of deaf children came together because there was no support in the area at that time.

Since then, TSHA’s programs and services have expanded to meet the needs of the area’s hard of hearing and deaf communities, and their families and friends.

TSHA’s mission is to bridge gaps to improve the quality of life of those who are hard of hearing.

And the agency did just that, serving more than 21,000 people last year.

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TSHA offers a variety of programs and services, including: • Information on Tulsa-area theaters (and theaters around the country) that offer assistive devices. TSHA has a chart available showing which theaters offer which type of devices.

• Information on how to protect your hearing.

Watch for a workshop in the next year produced by TSHA about how to preserve your hearing.

• The recycled hearing aid program (sponsored

by Sertoma, Inc.) and Children’s Hearing Aid project helps children and low-income adults obtain hearing aids. You can also donate used hearing aids to TSHA as a tax-deductible gift.

• Resources such as lists of audiologists, school programs for deaf and hard of hearing children and churches in the area that offer accessibility. TSHA also provides information about assistive devices for your home – phones, video phones, lights, door bells, etc.

• Sign language classes throughout the year.

• Tulsa Hearing Helpers group, which meets monthly at 10 a.m. A new support group that will meet on Monday at 5:30 p.m. in the future. Call for details.

• ASL interpreters, Spanish interpreters and real-time captioning services.

• One-on-one free consultation services, advocacy and support Monday through Thursday throughout the year.

• Workshops, silent dinners, coffee time, social events and fundraising galas are planned every year.

There are lots of volunteer opportunities available if you're interested in getting involved.

All of TSHA’s services are free or low cost.

TSHA is a nonprofit agency that depends on support from the community, individual donors, foundations and Tulsa Area United Way.

by Joey Mechelle Farqué

For more information, call (918) 832-8742 or visit www.tsha.cc. www.LIFEseniorservices.org

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HEALTHY AGING

Your feet are home to 26 bones each, which makes them a very complicated part of your body. Your feet bear the literal load of your body and can deteriorate as we age. According to HealthDay, feet lose cushioning as they age, and the skin and nails can grow dry and brittle.

Additionally, many seniors have poor circulation, and this can slow the healing of foot sores.

After a lifetime of carrying your weight, it’s common to develop foot issues. Among the most common issues for older adults are:

1. Bunions

A bunion is a painful bony bump that develops on the inside of the foot at the big toe joint. They develop slowly, and over time the normal structure of the bone changes. The deformity will get larger and may make it painful to walk or wear shoes. Women are more likely to get bunions. Bunion pain can be relieved by wearing wider shoes, adding padding, wearing orthotics, icing your foot and medications. Surgery is also an option for severe cases.

2. Corns, Callouses, Dry Skin

Corns and callouses are thickened patches of skin that form to protect sensitive areas or areas that are rubbed by ill-fitting shoes. They are often partnered with dry skin, which can be painful and lead to infections. Pads can help relieve discomfort. You can also use a pumice stone to help grind them down. Be wary of the medicated corn-removing topical creams.

They can eat away at healthy skin and can be especially dangerous for people with diabetes.

3. Hammertoes

This is a deformity of the toe where it points upwards instead of lying flat. These are especially troublesome for seniors because they can affect balance and increase the risk of falls. It’s important to wear shoes and socks that give your toes ample space.

4. Heel Pain

Pain at the back of your foot can be from heel spurs. If you put too much pressure on your feet (being overweight, standing too long or wearing shoes that don't give proper support) calcium deposits can form on your heel and cause pain. You can use heel pads, heel cups or other forms of support to help with pain. If a bone spur continues to cause you pain, see a doctor.

Other common foot issues include fungal infections, ingrown toenails and other toenail issues – all of which can cause pain and discomfort. Athlete’s foot spray or powder can help with fungal issues, while regular foot care, like nail trimming, can help with toenail issues.

If you have an ingrown toenail that looks red and infected, you should consult a doctor, especially if you have diabetes.

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Foot Care and Diabetes People with diabetes have to be extra vigilant when it comes to foot care. Seemingly minor foot issues can develop into serious threats to your health. Diabetes often damages blood vessels in the feet, which means that small wounds will heal slowly and could develop into gangrene.

According to HealthDay, there are things to keep in mind to help prevent major foot-related issues:

1. Take care of your diabetes

Keep your blood glucose in your target range.

2. Keep your feet clean

Wash them every day with warm water and dry them carefully.

You can use a moisturizer to help with dry skin, but don’t put it between your toes.

3. Check your feet every day

Call your doctor if you find a corn, callus, cut, scrape, blister or bruise that doesn’t start to heal within a day. Never use overthe-counter corn removers.

4. Protect your feet

Always wear socks and shoes when walking around.

Don’t go barefoot.

5. Keep the blood flowing

When your feet get tired, sit down and put them up for a while.

Wiggle your toes and ankles for a few minutes, two to three times a day. Don’t cross your legs for long periods. Above all, don’t smoke.

Caring For Your Feet

If you have trouble bending over to check and clean your feet, consider enlisting the help of a visiting foot care nurse. For information on finding a foot care nurse, call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000. Visiting a podiatrist once a year is also a good recommendation for those who don’t have any specific feet issues, but want to keep them healthy. However, if you have foot pain or diabetes that increases your risk for feet issues, it’s important to see a podiatrist regularly.

by Erin Shackelford, Managing Editor Sources: U.S. News and HealthDay

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Ken Busby presents a proclamation from Mayor G.T. Bynum to Town Village Mayor Daisey Harper

Town Village Hosts Americana Day Recently, residents and family members of Town Village Tulsa celebrated Americana Day by paying tribute to resident veterans and saluting Tulsa’s historic Route 66. Mayor G.T. Bynum signed a proclamation declaring the day as Town Village Route 66 Day in Tulsa.

The Green Country Classic Mustang Club put on a classic car show and Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) honored resident veterans.

Ken Busby, president and CEO of the Route 66 Alliance, was the day’s keynote speaker. He showcased the rejuvenation of Tulsa Route 66 and discussed plans for a new Route 66 Experience in Tulsa.

“Classic Mustangs, honoring our veterans and celebrating America’s Mother Road – what could be more patriotic?” said Busby.

“Although this was our inaugural event, I can easily envision it becoming an annual event celebrating all things Tulsa in the future.”

Janice McGhee, representing the DAR Tulsa Chapter, honored the 36 veteran residents and their families in recognition of their service to our country. DAR Tulsa is coordinating with Quilts of Valor to deliver quilts to every veteran resident at Town Village in the coming months.

Town Village is an independent living community for seniors located in south Tulsa at 8222 S. Yale Ave. Remembering the USS Will Rogers In 1966, more than 30 years after Will Rogers’ death, Oklahoma’s favorite son was remembered with the launching of a 28

Presentation of citation from Governor Kevin Stitt declaring USS Will Rogers Veterans Appreciation Day in Oklahoma

nuclear powered submarine bearing his name.

The submarine and her crew served with pride until she was decommissioned in 1993.

Recently, USS Will Rogers veterans gathered in Claremore to remember their service aboard the submarine.

Julie Daniels, Oklahoma Senator representing the district of Will Rogers’ Birthplace Ranch, presented a proclamation from Gov. Kevin Stitt declaring USS Will Rogers Veterans Appreciation Day in Oklahoma. Accepting the proclamation were Larry Marsh, Rear Admiral Retired, Virginia; Malcolm Wright, Captain Retired, Washington; and Ronald Dennis, Commander Retired, Connecticut. More than 60 veterans, accompanied by their family members, participated in the two-day reunion and recognition event, which included visits to the Memorial Museum and Birthplace Ranch.

An exhibit at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum focuses on the sub and mementos of her service. The Will Rogers Memorial Museum is located at 1720 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore. For more information call (918) 341-0719 or visit www.willrogers.com.

Montereau Certified as Great Place to Work We all know the importance of quality senior living communities for Tulsa’s older adults.

One element of a great housing community is a workforce proud of their workplace and the role they play in making a difference for their community. Great Place to Work Institute, an independent research and consulting firm, recently honored Montereau with certification as a Great Place to Work.

The certification process considered more than 250 employee surveys, evaluating more

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Laura Hawkins, director of human resources at Montereau, says “This designation helps to highlight our culture of caring, dedicated employees who are passionate about serving our area residents.” Montereau is located at 6800 S. Granite Ave., Tulsa.

Sixty-Six Years on Route 66 Chamber Music Tulsa is celebrating its 66th season of offering Tulsa audiences great music performed by gifted musicians. Concerts for the 2019-2020 season are presented in three series and a couple of special events.

The Friday Gallery Series features chamber music in an intimate setting. The four concerts take place in the Tulsa Arts District, alternating between AHHA Tulsa and Duet Jazz Club.

The line-up features the Lysander Piano Trio on October 11, Harlem Quartet on November 8, Daedalus Quartet on January 31 and McGill/ McHale Trio on March 6. Doors open at 7 p.m., and concerts start at 8 p.m.

The Saturday Salon Series takes place at 7 p.m. in the Westby Pavilion of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center (PAC), 101 E. 3rd St., Tulsa. The six performances in this series include the American Brass Quintet on September 21, Lysander Piano Trio on October 12, Harlem Quartet on November 9, Daedalus Quartet on February 1, 2020, McGill/McHale Trio on March 7, 2020, and the Mio Quartet on April 4, 2020.

The six concerts in the Sunday Afternoon Series take place in the Williams Theatre of the Tulsa PAC. Concerts start at 3 p.m. and are preceded by lectures at 2:15. Performers are the same as the Saturday Salon Series, but the musical selections are different.

Season subscriptions are still available, starting at $90. Prices vary depending on the series.

Individual concert tickets start at $25 for advance purchases. For more information, contact Chamber Music Tulsa at (918) 587-3802 or visit www.ChamberMusicTulsa.org.

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Noteworthy Round ‘Em Up for an Afternoon at the Cain’s

Events to Inspire, Educate and Motivate!

“Hamilton” Debuts in Tulsa

Proudly Presents the 17th Annual

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“Hamilton” brings Celebrity Attractions' 35th Anniversary 2018-2019 Broadway Season to a smashing conclusion. Tickets for the 2019-2020 Broadway season are already proving popular.

It is expected to thrill season ticket holders and attract new fans to the annual offerings featuring traditional favorites and Broadway hits. Season ticket information is available at www.celebrityattractions.com.

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Seniors from throughout the Tulsa area are invited to a special afternoon of live music, barbecue and dancing at the historic Cain’s Ballroom on Sunday, August 18 from 2 to 5 p.m.

The Senior Star Round-Up has become an annual tradition for hundreds of older adults, many of whom have fond memories of the Cain’s and Bob Wills. This year's entertainment features Cowboy Jones, a group of talented musicians headed up by Bob Wiles, a renowned Red Dirt musician and songwriter. The Round Up Boys will also be on hand to bring their classic country sounds and Bob Wills tunes to delight the crowd. Burn Co. Barbeque will be open from 1:30 to 5 p.m. to serve guests.

The Senior Star Round-Up is hosted by Senior Star Living and their senior housing communities at Burgundy Place and Woodland Terrace. The event is a fundraiser for LIFE Senior Services.

Tickets are $10 each and are available beginning August 1, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at these locations: • Senior Star at Burgundy Place, 8887 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa • Senior Star at Woodland Terrace, 9524 E. 71st St., Tulsa • LIFE Senior Services, 5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door. Doors open at 1:30 p.m., and the music and dancing start at 2 p.m. The Cain’s Ballroom is located at 423 N. Main St., Tulsa. For more information, contact Leatha Pierce at (918) 299-0953 or Rickye Wilson at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1213.

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Many Tulsans have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of Broadway sensation, “Hamilton” in Tulsa. Performances will take place from August 20 through September 8 at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 101 E. 3rd St. “Hamilton” is the story of America’s founding father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the nation’s first Treasury Secretary.

Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B and Broadway, "Hamilton" is the story of America then as told by America now. The book, music and lyrics were created by LinManuel Miranda, who has been recognized for his ground-breaking hit with numerous awards.

Single ticket sales started at the end of June.

Because the show is expected to be quite popular, many sites and people are trying to sell overpriced – and sometimes fraudulent – tickets. For the best seats, the best prices and to eliminate the risk of counterfeit tickets, all purchases for the Tulsa engagement should be made online through www.celebrityattractions.com/hamilton, by phone at (918) 596-7111 or in person at the Tulsa PAC ticket office, located at 101 E. 3rd St. Prices range from $75 to $175, with a limited number of $375 premium seats.

There will be a lottery where 40 orchestra seats will be sold for $10 each for every performance.

Download the “Hamilton” app at the App Store or Google Play and register your email address at www.celebrityattractions.com to receive updates on the lottery. You can also follow Celebrity Attractions on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@BwayTulsa). Details on the $10 ticket lottery will be released closer to the start of the Tulsa run of “Hamilton.”

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We remember Will Rogers and Wiley Post every year on the weekend closest to the anniversary of their deaths, and salute their contributions to aviation with the Will Rogers and Wiley Post Fly-In. The 2019 event is on Saturday, August 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

More than 100 pilots participate in the event and planes begin arriving early. About 9:30 a.m., actors portraying Will Rogers and Wiley Post fly in and mingle with the crowd, share stories of their adventures and pose for pictures. A moment of remembrance will be held at 10 a.m. for those who lost their lives in small plane crashes. Families at the ceremony who lost a loved one in a small plane crash receive a commemorative lapel pin depicting Will Rogers.

On August 15, 1935, Will Rogers, popular film star, humorist and newspaper columnist, along with his friend and pilot Wiley Post, influential aviation pioneer, died in a plane crash near Point Barrow, AK. The two were promoting the new business of air travel with a grand adventure to America’s final frontier. Oklahomans still take great pride in their favorite son and the legacy he left behind.

Bring your own lawn chairs and enjoy the summer day. You’ll be able to look at the vintage planes and talk with their pilots, view classic cars and take free tours of Will Rogers’ birthplace home. There will be food vendors, Cherokee storytellers and various activities for children.

Admission is free, but donations are encouraged.

Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch is at 9501 E. 380 Road, Oologah. For more information, call (918) 341-0719 or visit www.willrogers.com. www.LIFEseniorservices.org

Share To submit a volunteer opportunity, contact Associate Editor Emily Fox at efox@LIFEseniorservices.org or (918) 664-9000.

LIFE Senior Services is looking for handy people who can help with home tasks for seniors living independently. In addition to seasonal tasks like lawn maintenance, there are year-round requests for help completing small chores like installing safety/balance bars in bathrooms, adding handrails to steps, changing washers in faucets, etc. Volunteers must provide their own tools. For more information, contact Jennifer at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1186 or jthompson@LIFEseniorservices.org.

LIFE Senior Services is looking for people to help others in our community by volunteering with the Medicare Assistance Program (MAP). In partnership with the Oklahoma Insurance Department, MAP provides free, unbiased education and counseling year-round to Medicare beneficiaries in northeastern Oklahoma. There are volunteer roles ranging from basic office support to assisting Medicare enrollees in conducting Part D plan comparisons and enrolling in the plan of their choice. All volunteers receive training to prepare them for the work. For more information, contact Channing at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1168 or crutherford@LIFEseniorservices.org.

LIFE Senior Services needs volunteers with current or past administrative assistant or clerical skills to assist in two of our Adult Day Health Centers two to three times a month. For more information, contact Jennifer at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1186 or jthompson@LIFEseniorservices.org.

LIFE Senior Services is already spreading the word about the 2019 Holiday Project. Opportunities include providing gifts or delivering stockings and gifts for needy seniors. For more information, contact Jennifer at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1186 or jthompson@LIFEseniorservices.org.

TCC Dare to Care Volunteer Recruitment Fair takes place Tuesday, August 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Learn about ways you can make a difference in Tulsa by volunteering for one of the participating organizations.

Opportunities range from reading with a child to delivering meals to the homebound or helping hospital visitors find where they are going. The event is free and open to the public. It takes place at the McKeon Center for Creativity on the TCC Metro Campus at 910 S. Boston Ave. in downtown Tulsa. For more information, call (918) 595-7339.

Owasso Community Center is seeking an experienced chair yoga instructor to lead beginner level classes at the center. The preferred schedule would be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 10 a.m. or 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., but the schedule is flexible. All activities for older adults at the center are offered without charge, so volunteer class instructors are greatly appreciated.

Instructors for other types of yoga classes are also being considered, so there could be multiple opportunities. References and experience are appreciated.

For more information, contact Jean Patterson, senior adult program coordinator, at (918) 272-3903 or jpatterson@cityofowasso.com.

The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.

– Ralph Waldo Emerson The Family Safety Center is experiencing a busy summer and needs more volunteers to help in their Kidz Zone area. Volunteers coordinate activities for children while their parents are meeting with staff and/or filling out paperwork. Hours are flexible during summer hours, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. They also need Court Watch volunteers to attend protective order court one morning a week from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers observe how the system treats victims of domestic violence, write up a short report at home and email it. Volunteers are trained by the director of the Family Safety Center, which partners with RSVP. Parking in the parking garage is paid for volunteers. If you would like to shadow a Court Watch volunteer and learn more about this opportunity, contact Garyann at (918) 280-8656 or garyann@rsvptulsa.org.

Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium has several opportunities for volunteers, including tour guides and greeters. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org.

OSU Medical Center needs front lobby help. Bring a friend and help greet guests. Lobby hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Help is needed in four-hour shifts during this time period, with a higher need during the mornings.

Volunteers are seated at a desk and may get up to walk someone to their destination, if desired. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org.

RSVP Airport Ambassadors is a collaborative program between RSVP and the Tulsa Airport. Ambassadors work one four-hour shift per week to provide hospitality and information services to airline passengers at one of three information desks in the terminal. Roving volunteers who walk through the terminal offering assistance are needed for three-hour shifts.

Ambassadors offer goodwill and a vital community service by promoting a positive community image of Tulsa while providing assistance to military personnel. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org.

Laureate Psychiatric Hospital needs volunteers to staff the information desk in the outpatient clinic. Multiple four-hour shifts are available for weekly commitments. All volunteers complete a 1.5 hour orientation, undergo TB skin test screening and purchase a volunteer shirt ($15).

Perks include free meal on volunteer days, discount on Health Zone membership, free covered parking, free annual flu vaccine and various volunteer recognition events. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org.

The Spotlight Theater Tulsa needs servers for Saturday nights. The theater is home to the USA’s longest running play and provides a memorable experience. Volunteers serve soft drinks, candy bars, chips and beer between scenes and enjoy the play between serving periods. The theater has seven small steps that have to be navigated when going back and forth. Hours are 6 to 10 p.m., and volunteer servers can keep any tips they receive. For more information, contact Annette at (918) 280-8656 or annette@rsvptulsa.org. www.LIFEseniorservices.org

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CALENDAR Festivals Events August Seniors Celebration Dance Party

Jazz from David Horne & Ken Ackley, dancing, refreshments & fun August 1 • 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. • Free Broadmoor Retirement Community 8205 E. 22nd St. • Tulsa (918) 622-2151• RSVP Broken Arrow Community Book Fair

Benefitting Broken Arrow Neighbors August 2, 3, 9 & 10 • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Free The Book Pantry 201 W. Houston St. • Broken Arrow (918) 251-7781 Senior Living Expo

Vendors, health screenings & games August 3 • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free Stoney Creek Conference Center 200 W. Albany St. • Broken Arrow (918) 581-7346 Theatre Tulsa Presents: “Mama Mia”

August 9 – September 1 Fridays & Saturdays • 8 p.m.

Sundays • 2 p.m. • $29+ Tulsa PAC 110 E. 2nd St. • Tulsa (918) 596-7111

To submit a calendar item, contact Associate Editor Emily Fox at efox@LIFEseniorservices.org or (918) 664-9000.

Echolocation Grotto

Farmers’ Market – The Farm

Mobile exhibit showcasing bats August 17 • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free Lake Eufaula State Park 11563 Hwy. 150 • Checotah (918) 689-5311

Saturdays • 7:30 – 11 a.m. • Free 51st St. & Sheridan Rd. • Tulsa

Family Day at the Ranch

Classes, Meetings Seminars

Make a corn husk doll to take home August 17 • 1 – 3 p.m. • Free Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch 9501 E. 380 Rd. • Oologah (918) 906-7258 • (918) 341-0719 Philbrook Films on the Lawn: "Black Panther"

Bring blankets, lawn chairs & picnic goodies; or buy burgers at Kitchen 27 August 23 • 6 p.m. grounds open 8:30 p.m. movie $12 (includes museum admission) Philbrook Art Museum 2727 S. Rockford Rd. • Tulsa (918) 748-5325 Movie Night at the Museum

Free admission, popcorn & drinks August 30 • 6:30 p.m. door opens 7 p.m. movie • Free Will Rogers Memorial Museum Theatre 1720 W. Will Rogers Blvd. • Claremore (918) 341-0719 • www.willrogers.com Post Oak Wine & Jazz Festival

August 9 – 11 • Times vary • $8/$7 seniors Mabee Center • 7777 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 378-4494

Jazz, wine & high-end concessions August 31 • 6 – 10 p.m. • $22.85 Post Oak Lodge & Retreat 5323 W. 31st St. N • Tulsa (918) 430-3299

Second Saturday Silents: “Her Night of Romance” (1924)

Summer’s Fifth Night at Utica Square

Pow Wow of Champions

August 10 • 11 a.m. • $5 Circle Cinema • 10 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 592-3456 • www.circlecinema.com Save a Life Summer 2019

Free CPR classes, RSVPs requested Saturdays • 9:30 a.m. – Noon • Free August 10 • Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. August 24 • Bixby Community Center 211 N. Cabiniss Ave. (918) 596-3600 • www.tulsacpr.com Happy Hour Get-Togethers

The GROUP Tulsa singles dance organization August 13 • Carrabbas 11021 E. 71st St. • Tulsa August 27 • Roosters 7875 E. 71st St. • Tulsa 5 – 7 p.m.

(918) 724-4022 • www.thegrouptulsa.com

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Free live music & prizes; pack a picnic or visit a favorite restaurant Thursdays through August 29 7 – 9 p.m. • Free Utica Square • 21st & Utica • Tulsa (918) 742-5531 Senior Fun, Games & Activities

Tuesdays • 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. • Free Victory Christian Center, 2nd Fl. Chapel 7700 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 510-6062 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

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Saturdays • 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. • Free 2620 E. 56th St. N • Tulsa

Book Club

Everyone welcome August 1 • 10 a.m. • Free 5400 South Apartments 4700 E. 54th St. • Tulsa (918) 496-9270 Art Focus

For individuals with early stage Alzheimer’s & their caregivers August 13 & 20 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free Philbrook Museum Villa 2727 S. Rockford Rd. • Tulsa (918) 748-5325 • RSVP Gilcrease Presents: “Plains Indians”

Speaker Dana Simon August 15 • 2 p.m. • Free Broadmoor Retirement Community 8205 E. 22nd St. • Tulsa (918) 622-2151 • RSVP Live Yes! RA Tulsa

Personalized goal-setting event with Lindsay Cunningham, D.O., Rheumatologist at Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates August 27 • 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. • Free Cyntergy Community Room 810 S. Cincinnati Ave., Ste. 100 • Tulsa (405) 256-4518 RSVP required by August 21

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, ext. 1169 Respite provided • Free LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Broken Arrow August 8 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Central August 1 • 6 – 7 p.m. • Free August 20 • 5 – 6 p.m. • Free 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa LIFE’s Adult Day Health at North August 20 • 4 – 5 p.m. • Free 902 E. Pine St. • Tulsa

OK Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

August 1 • 10 a.m. • Free Impact Fitness at the Farm 6570 E. 51st St., Ste. A • Tulsa (918) 520-1620 Pillars Caregiver Support Group

Sponsored by Saint Francis Cancer Center August 1 • 5:30 – 7 p.m. • Free Saint Francis Cancer Center 11212 E. 48th St. • Tulsa (918) 556-3000 dadennis@saintfrancis.com Tulsa Area Alzheimer’s Men’s Support Group

August 2 • 1:30 p.m. • Free University Village, Conference Room 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 663-9144 Buried in Treasures Workshop

Addressing personal disorganization, clutter or hoarding issues; closed to new members after August 21 Wednesdays, August 7 – November 20 1:30 – 3 p.m. • Free Brookside Library • 1207 E. 45th Pl. • Tulsa (918) 622-7006 • RSVP required Saint Francis COPD Support Group

August 8 & 22 • 11 a.m. – Noon • Free Saint Francis Pulmonary Rehabilitation 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 550 • Tulsa (918) 502-4050 OK Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

August 16 • 1 p.m. • Free Prairie House Assisted Living and Memory Care 2450 N. Stone Ridge Dr. • Broken Arrow (918) 747-3747 Coffee & Conversation

Bring your loved one for a woodworking workshop August 20 • 10 a.m. • Free Oxford Glen Memory Care Residence 11113 E. 103rd St. N • Owasso (918) 376-4810 • RSVP Primary Progressive Aphasia Support Group

August 20 • 6 – 7 p.m. • Free Swallowing & Neurological Rehabilitation, Inc. 2121 S. Columbia Ave. • Tulsa (918) 928-4700 • www.tulsasnr.com

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Caregiving Coffee & Conversation

Ballet Barre Balance Class

Sponsored by Morton Comprehensive Health Services August 21 • 1 p.m. • Free The Center • 815 S. Utica Ave. • Tulsa (918) 295-6154

Mondays • 12:30 – 1 p.m. • Free Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 • Free

Parkinson’s & Caregiver Support Group

Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 9 a.m. • $25/month LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster 3500 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa (918) 749-2623

August 22 • 1 – 3 p.m. • Free Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 978-7103

Dancing

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 Beginning Line Dancing

Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. • Free Fridays • 1 – 2 p.m. • Free Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 Senior Square Dancing

Presented by Rushing Stars Square Dance Club Wednesdays • 1 – 3 p.m. • $4 Workshop • 12:30 p.m.

Centennial Center • 1028 E. 6th St. • Tulsa (918) 363-8380 Beginner Square Dance Lessons

Chair & Standing Fitness

Pickleball

Monday – Friday • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Free O’Brien Recreation Center 6149 N. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 591-6008 Zumba with Ariane Betancourt

Mondays & Wednesdays • 6 p.m.

Saturdays • 10 a.m. • $7/class Total Blast Zumba Tulsa 2607 S. Memorial Dr. • Tulsa (918) 812-5691 www.arianebetancort.zumba.com Beginner Tai Chi

Mondays & Wednesdays • 1 – 2 p.m. • Free Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 Throwback Aerobics

Need a minimum of five participants to start class Mondays & Wednesdays • 5 – 6 p.m. $5/month O’Brien Recreation Center 6149 N. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 591-6008

Sponsored by Speck-Taculars & Single Squares Dance Club; no partner needed Thursdays • 7 – 9 p.m. • $25/17 lessons Memorial Drive Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall 7903 E. 15 St. • Tulsa (918) 625-8593 • RSVP

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance

Friday Night Dances

Functional Movement

Open to the public; nonsmoking ballroom August 2 features The Round Up Boys Fridays • 7:30 p.m. $6 members • $7 nonmembers American Legion Post 308 11328 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 437-1635

Fitness

Laughter Yoga

August 14 & 28 • 1 – 2 p.m. • Free LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa (918) 664-9000, ext. 1181 Moderate Yoga with Lucy Weberling

Mondays • 10 – 11:15 a.m. $15/session • $50/month West Oak Village, Craft Room 1002 S. Fairfax Ave. • Skiatook (918) 633-8890

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Presented by Creek County Health Dept. & Creek County Literacy Program Tuesdays • 10 a.m. • Free Creek County Literacy Program 15 N. Poplar St. • Sapulpa (918) 224-9647 Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30 a.m. • $40/month LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side 1427 S. Indianapolis Ave. (918) 744-6760 Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance

12-week series starts September 5; sponsored by RSVP Tulsa Thursdays • 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. • Free LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa (918) 280-8656 • RSVP Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention

Presented by Ability Resources; call for location near you Various locations & times • Free (918) 592-1235

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LIFE EDU Senior & Caregiver Community Education Cooking Matters

Learn how to shop smarter, use nutrition information to make healthier choices and cook delicious and affordable meals. Join the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma for the final sessions of this six-week series of hands-on cooking demos and taste-testing. Participants will learn cooking techniques, receive recipes and have the opportunity to try them at home. Space is limited. Reservations required.

Tuesdays, August 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Legacy Plaza • 5330 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • Reservations Required • (918) 664-9000, ext. 1181

Community Resources for Seniors and Caregivers

Learn about community resources and services available to assist older adults and their caregivers, including resource and income guidelines, agencies that serve older adults and caregivers, opportunities for respite and care options, self-care tips and more.

Thursday, August 15 • 10 a.m. – Noon Legacy Plaza • 5330 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • Reservations Requested • (918) 664-9000, ext. 1181

Scam Prevention

This presentation offers practical tips on avoiding scammers, descriptions of common scams and strategies for saving money on a fixed income. The presentation is based on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Money Smart for Older Adults Resource Guide.

Wednesday, August 21 • 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Legacy Plaza • 5330 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • Reservations Requested • (918) 664-9000, ext. 1181

Basics of Medicare

If you are newly eligible or soon to be eligible for Medicare, this seminar is designed especially for you. The seminar is presented by the Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services and covers the basics of Medicare, explains what you need to know about Medicare’s different parts and gives you the information you need to make an informed decision about your coverage options.

This seminar is intended for Medicare beneficiaries and closed to licensed life, accident and health insurance agents, insurance company personnel and anyone affiliated with a Health Maintenance Organization or other conflicts of interest.

Wednesday, August 21 • 10 a.m. – Noon Legacy Plaza • 5330 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • Reservations Requested • (918) 664-9000, ext. 1189

LIFE’S SENIOR CENTERS With two locations in midtown Tulsa, LIFE’s Senior Centers offer a combination of social, creative, educational, and fitness and health activities for adults age 50 and older. The centers are open Mondaythrough Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and membership is only $40 per year. 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

Resident Virginia E. and ORU student Hosanna at a recent country-themed party ORU students helped throw at Senior Star at Burgundy Place.

Senior Star at Burgundy Place resident Shirley T. makes a new friend on a recent trip to Wild Wilderness Safari in Gentry, Arkansas.

Participants at LIFE’s Adult Day Health in Broken Arrow dined at Charlie’s Chicken for lunch.

Woodland Terrace is honored to have many veterans in their extended family. In honor of their hard work and sacrifice for our country, each was presented with a certificate of appreciation.

The residents at Woodland Terrace created fresh flower arrangements to celebrate the start of spring.

Senior Star at Burgundy Place resident Pearl A. and her daughter Dene strike a pose at the Samson show in Branson, Missouri.

Send Us Your Pictures

Senior Star at Burgundy Place resident Paul W. enjoying the nice weather aboard the Lake Queen paddleboat in Branson, Missouri.

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 locally-owned 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

3 Spaces-Floral Haven Memorial Gardens Three burial spaces located in the sold-out Garden of Prayer at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens. The spaces are side by side and on the end of the row, closest to the beautiful creek and fountains, spaces 76A2, 76A3 and 76A4. Current value of spaces $5995.00 each, asking $4000.00 each. Buyer pays small transfer fee. Contact Ronnie at feltsronnie@gmail.com HISTORIC TULSA OAKLAWN CEMETERY Located at 11th & Peoria.

Six spaces in Section 3 Block 59, $12,000. Will negotiate two or four together. Formerly owned by the Perryman family. Sale is subject to all City procedures and approvals. Inquire to: info@woodbinetulsa.com.

Lot, Vault, Marker – Floral Haven Beautiful Floral Haven Lot, Vault, Marker. Lot can be used as a single or double stackable for two people in St. Paul Garden. Includes lot, concrete vault with a granite and bronze marker with vase. $5,500. Seller will pay transfer fee. Contact Don at (918) 607-1689 or dwcp3344@cox.net Memorial Park Cemetery Lots Memorial Park Cemetery lots for sale in Valley Glen West. Spaces

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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.

Rose Hill Cemetery 2 Burial Spaces in Rose Hill Cemetery. Lot 66, Graves 3 & 4 in Everlasting Life section. $1,500 each.

Call (918) 636-5310.

Three spaces, Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa Section 9-A, "Pleasant Valley North", Lot 423, spaces 4, 5, and 6, in older, beautiful section near Carillon Bell Tower.

Section allows lawn-level granite or bronze memorial markers.

Cemetery listing price $2445 each. Price reduced to $5,100 for all three. Negotiable. Buyer pays small transfer fee. Contact Mary at marywhiston@austin.rr.com.

CLEANING SERVICES

Window Cleaning Service/ Housecleaning Making your windows sparkle and restoring the shine. Housecleaning done on regular basis or one time. Also will clean “move-ins” and “move-outs”. Good at detail.

Can organize, as well. Very good worker with good established customer references. Honest, dependable. You’ll love my work.

Call Lynn (918) 809-7040.

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.

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 We are here to assist you with the ever-changing status of your life. Whether it is offering an appraised value of one item or holding an estate sale to pass on your treasures; if you include yard and hand tools, an old violin, games or attic finds as treasures.(918) 388-7410.

FINANCIAL/INSURANCE

Investor Wanted Established business owner would like to borrow $20,000 at 12% interest will pay $200 month interest only payments then a balloon payment of $20,000 December of 2020. Guaranteed two ways References available. Serious inquiries only. (918) 625-1770.

Medicare Assistance Program The Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services provides accurate information, counseling and assistance relating 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-Stop-Shop” 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.

GARDENING/LAWN CARE

AAA Lawns & More Total lawn care. Lawn Mowing.

Rototilling. Gutter clean-up.

Specialist in fence/property line lawn clean-up. Stump grinding and small tree work.

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Veteran-owned. We are a small company with personal service.

References available. FREE ESTIMATES. Call Larry.

(918) 361-1299.

A New Season Lawn Care & Landscape Now accepting new customers.

Mowing, trimming, leaf and small debris removal, shrub planting, leaf mulching, flower beds. Tree pruning/thinning and removal.

Shrub and hedge trimming/ shaping of all sizes. ISA Certified Arborist. Fully insured with verified references. Best rates, senior discounts. Free Estimates.

Call Todd (918) 639-2262. www.newseasonlawncaretulsa.com.

Green Hibiscus Lawn & Garden Services Scheduled garden maintenance (weeding, planting, mulching).

Garden bed design and installation. Hedge & shrub trimming. Tree pruning & removal. Leaf clean up. Hauling green debris.

Call Charles (918) 636-0298.

Kimble Davis Tree Company Family-owned and operated.

Specializing in all aspects of tree care: restoration, pruning/ thinning, removal, stump grinding, hedge trimming, firewood available. Serving Tulsa for 25 years. References.

Member BBB. Insured. ISA certified arborist. Check us out at www.kdtreeco.com. Call Kimble at (918) 853-5383.

Mower Repair / Maintenance All brands - Riders, ZTR's, Walk-behinds, Hand-helds.

Top Quality work, ASE certified Mechanic. Pick-up and Delivery available. Tulsa and surrounding counties. Maintenance specials include pick-up and delivery 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call Scott (918) 519-3869.

HOME REPAIR/REMODELING A Handy Helping Hand Professional home maintenance, painting, and improvements. Whether you’re making overdue repairs, sprucing up your home and garden, or optimizing your home’s “sale-ability” potential, call Joe Surowiak with A Handy Helping Hand. Professional results. Competitive rates.

(918) 520-0333.

Allen’s Handyman Services of Tulsa “Your Home Improvement and Repair Specialist.” 19th year serving Tulsa seniors.

“One call can do it all.” 10% senior discount. Insured. All

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work guaranteed in writing.

No pay until job is completed.

Plumbing, drain cleaning, grab bars, electrical, carpentry, painting, seamless guttering installation/repair/cleaning.

Dryer vent cleaning. Roof, tile and drywall repair. Wood siding/ trim replacement. Deck repair, power washing, staining. Tree trimming. No job too small. For free estimate, call Allen at (918) 630-0394.

Big C’s Plumbing Services Your one stop Plumbing Shop!

Call us and I guarantee you will never have to call another plumbing company. Licensed, bonded and insured for your protection....Call (918) 855-9216, tell us you saw us in the Vintage Newsmagazine receive an automatic 10% discount....call us now.

Bumgartner Plumbing Licensed, with over 30 years of experience. Rates are low and based on the job, not the hour.

No service call fee or travel time charge. Senior and caregiver discount. Plumbing service and repair our specialty. Honest, professional service you can count on. Lic. # 82750.

(918) 355-4747.

Burton Painting Specializing in all aspects of exterior and interior home painting. Staining, sealing, and painting faux finishes. Decks, fences, cabinets and floors.

Free estimates. 30+ years of experience. Reliable, courteous, professional service. Fully insured. (918) 378-2858.

Dave’s Heat and Air, Inc. Licensed, insured, and bonded.

Honest and reliable service for over 30 years. Competitive rates. Specializing in heating and air conditioning service and repair. All makes and models.

Residential and light commercial.

Tulsa metro area. Family-owned and operated. (918) 437-8101.

Disaster Restoration One call solves it all! Home Again Roofing, Remodeling, & Restoration. Water & fire restoration. Water damage clean-up and build back.

Roofing, guttering, & siding.

Stay calm and call Devin at (918) 497-0757. Honest, ethical, patient help to get you through the stressful process.

Free Storm Damage Inspection Honest and ethical inspection from your roof to your foundation of your home. Free roof inspections. Emergency storm repair. Licensed. Locally owned. We are here to help when you need it.

Home Again Roofing & Construction, 6209 South 107th East Avenue, Tulsa.

Call Carmen (918) 688-7453.

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.

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.

Sooner Paint Sooner Paint will freshen up the outside or inside of your home. Power wash, silicone all the cracks or joint areas in preparation for that fresh coat.

Sherwin Williams paint used.

Carpentry and rotten wood repair.

We will do the complete process for you. Call (918) 896-8555

LEGAL

Full Service Estate Planning Law Firm Trusts, Wills, Gift and Tax Planning, Powers of Attorneys and more! With offices in Sand Springs and Tulsa. Discount to Veterans and Retired Teachers.

Willing to meet you in your place for no extra charge!

Call Penni of the Skillern Law Firm at (918) 805-2511. www.skillernlaw.com Need Legal Help?

Call Me First.

Ramona Jones, Attorney at Law. Wills, trusts, deeds, advance directives, powers of attorney, divorces, civil, DUI, criminal, guardianships, adoptions and more. Also paperwork for limited scope representation. Credit cards accepted. 1437 South Boulder, Ste. 160, Tulsa, OK (918) 585-2255.

MOVERS

Tulsa Movers Dependable Movers! Low Rates.

Free Estimates. Senior Discounts. Call (918) 734-2181.

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OIL AND GAS

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

PERSONAL ASSISTANCE

Bobbi and Bob’s Personal & Business Assistance Run errands, grocery and personal shopping, beauty shop transportation, take to medical and health-related appointments, coordinate healthcare/medical insurance tasks, airport transportation, wait for deliveries/repair services, organize home/ office, handle secretarial and administrative tasks. Call Bobbi at (918) 852-5302 or Bob Warshaw at (918) 852-5301.

Email: bobbi.warshaw@att.net Compassionate Senior Service Do you or a loved one need help with grocery shopping?

Maybe help with meals? Or maybe just a companion to visit with or play games with? If this sounds like you or someone you know. Please Call, Christie at (918) 934-7986.

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. Errands, home help, conversation, companionship, pickup and deliveries, write letters, pay bills, pet care, shop for groceries or gifts, or organize your home. If you don’t see it – Just ask! Free consultation – Joy Williams (918) 809-3087.

Need Assistance?

Don't know how? Too tired?

Dirty job? Don’t have time?

Matthew (918) 803-7663 Handyman, yard work, painting, mobility, packing or moving, Chauffeur or errands, non-licensed carpentry or construction, IT, tutoring, automotive maintenance, appliance repair, dripping faucets, finding people, library or internet research. Also, Licensed to perform marriages.

PERSONAL SAFETY

EARS Emergency Alert Response Systems. Enjoy living at home while we listen for your safety

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with our quality personal medical alarm and monitoring service.

Affordable with no long-term commitment. Locally owned and operated (918) 298-0500 or tollfree (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 or (918) 269-1626.

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

Transitioning From Large To Livable?

Live the life you have imagined!

Let's find the perfect home for you. Buying and selling does not have to be complicated and I can assist in the process. Free analysis of your current home value is available. Senior Real Estate Specialist Designation from the National Association of Realtors. Your new life awaits you! Dee Beasley, McGraw Realtors (918) 978-4141, call or text. dbeasley@mcgrawok.com.

SOCIAL/SUPPORT GROUP

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

www.LIFEseniorservices.org

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TRANSPORTATION

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.

In appreciation of contributions to LIFE Senior Services received in June 2019.

We sincerely apologize for any error or omission. If there is an error, please call Carrie Bowen at (918) 664-9000.

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JUST DO IT! If you've been looking for a way you can make a difference, consider joining the Millennium Hospice team as a volunteer. Caregiver relief is so important during this difficult time. Volunteers provide that by sitting with patients for an hour or so. Training is provided.

Contact Brittney Young (918) 740-0244.

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

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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.

Please mail your contribution to: LIFE Senior Services 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa, OK 74135-5114 Make your donation online: www.LIFEseniorservices.org/donate

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Enrollment in CommunityCare Government Programs depends on contract renewal. CommunityCare complies with Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-800-333-3275 (TTY: 1-800-722-0353). CHÚ Ý: Nếu bạn nói Tiếng Việt, có các dịch vụ hỗ trợ ngôn ngữ miễn phí dành cho bạn. Gọi số 1-800-333-3275 (TTY: 1-800-722-0353).

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