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Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair LIFE Senior Services and the Tulsa Police Department’s Senior Services Unit are pleased to present the 2017 Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair. Find sponsorship and exhibitor details, as well as information on what attendees can expect to experience.
Laura Kenny President and Chief Executive Officer Kelly Kirchhoff Director of Marketing, Strategic Planning and Development Erin Shackelford Managing Editor editor@LIFEseniorservices.org Emily Fox Associate Editor efox@LIFEseniorservices.org Bernie Dornblaser Advertising Director bdornblaser@LIFEseniorservices.org Leah Weigle Graphic Designer and Photographer Carol Carter Copy Editor Carrie Henderson Bowen Circulation Coordinator cbowen@LIFEseniorservices.org
Meet LIFE's Legacy Award Winners
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In celebration of Older Americans Month, the fourth annual LIFE’s Legacy Awards recognize four Tulsaarea seniors who have demonstrated an exceptional Age Out Loud commitment to improving our community and the lives Each May, the Administration for of older adults. Community Living leads our nation’s celebration of Older Americans Month. This year’s theme, "Age Out Loud," gives aging a new voice – one that reflects what today’s older adults have to say.
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Take Your Vitamin V: How Volunteering Can Improve Your Health Volunteering is good for your soul, but it can also positively impact your physical and emotional health. Sharon Coffman has experienced the lifechanging power of giving back firsthand.
6 Letter from the Publisher 8 Looking Back 10 Caregiver Corner Benefits of Respite Care 12 Medicare & You Welcome to Medicare Preventive Visit and Yearly Wellness Visits Social Security Statements 31 Mindbender & Puzzles 32 Get Moving to Get Healthy 4
Share Your Time and Talent
From volunteering at a museum, hospital, park or airport to working with at-risk youth or shelter animals, there are literally hundreds of volunteer opportunities available in the Tulsa area.
34 Noteworthy 35 Dollars & Sense T he Debt Trap of Payday Loans 36 The Dinner Belle C omfort Food with Flair 37 Business Directory 38 Calendar 39 LIFE EDU 40 People & Places 41 Classifieds 43 Vintage Friends
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number of factors are propelling the transformation of aging in America. First, there are more of us – 78 million members of the baby boomer generation. Second, we are living longer and healthier lives. This new phase of life is not just about more years, but about more engagement with life itself. Today, aging is a time when interests, goals and dreams can get a new or second start. Take Barbara Hillary, for example. A nurse for 55 years who dreamed of travel, at age 75 Hillary became the first African-American woman to set foot on the North Pole. In 2011, at age 79, she accomplished another first when she stepped onto the South Pole. Former president George H.W. Bush celebrated his 90th birthday by skydiving. Actress Betty White, now 95 years old, became the oldest person to host Saturday Night Live in 2010, coincidentally during May – the same month recognized as Older Americans Month (OAM). Since 1963, OAM has been a time to celebrate older Americans, their stories and their contributions. Led by the Administration for Community Living, the annual observance offers a special opportunity to learn about, support and recognize our nation’s most valued citizens.
Laura Kenny President and CEO of LIFE Senior Services, LIFE’s Vintage Housing and LIFE PACE
This month, we meet some local seniors, including our four LIFE’s Legacy Award winners, who are shattering perceptions of aging. For the fourth year, we are recognizing and honoring seniors for their commitment to improving our local community and the lives of older adults through LIFE’s Legacy Awards. Starting on page 14, you will meet the winners, each with an amazing story of leadership, inspiration, volunteerism or family caregiving.
This year’s OAM theme, “Age Out Loud,” emphasizes the ways older adults are living their lives with boldness, confidence and passion while serving as an inspiration to people of all ages. LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine always wants to amplify the voices of older Americans, so we asked a few trailblazing seniors their thoughts on aging on page 20. You’ll quickly find that aging has never sounded or looked better! One of the key ways that older Americans are living their best life and positively impacting others is in the realm of volunteering. In Take Your Vitamin V on page 22, you’ll learn just how beneficial giving back can be to your overall health and wellbeing. Plus, you’ll also find a Volunteer Personality Quiz to help you determine what kind of volunteer opportunities might best suit your tastes and skills. Once you’ve been inspired to start volunteering, find the perfect spot for you in Share Your Time and Talent on page 26. The volunteer opportunities are endless! In this issue, we also look at the debt trap that payday lenders can create for unsuspecting consumers. While most people think these high-interest loans are used for emergencies, that is usually not the case. Learn more about the prevalence of payday lending in our area, as well as some things to consider before taking out a cash advance loan on page 35. Finally, discover our new favorite comfort food kitchen on page 36. You won’t be able to resist their hearty Southern dishes and decadent desserts. Thank you for celebrating National Older Americans Month with LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine!
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LOOKING BACK
Graduation Day Photos courtesy of Tulsa Historical Society & Museum 2445 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa
Union High School graduates and teacher Mrs. Lemons, 1931.
Morningside School of Nursing graduating class, 1930.
Want More? See additional pictures in the digital edition of May's LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine at www.LIFEseniorservices.org. Hillcrest School of Nursing graduating class, 1944.
Armstrong girls, c. 1905.
this month in history
May 1, 1931: Empire State Building dedicated President Herbert Hoover dedicated the Empire State Building, pressing a button from the White House that turned on the building’s lights. Hoover’s gesture was symbolic. While the president remained in Washington, D.C., someone else flipped the switches in New York. The Empire State Building was the world’s tallest building until the World Trade Center was constructed in 1972.
May 20, 1873: Strauss and Davis received patent for blue jeans San Francisco businessman and immigrant Levi Strauss and Reno, Nevada, tailor Jacob Davis were given a patent to create work pants reinforced with metal rivets, marking the birth of one of the world’s most famous garments: blue jeans. By the 1920s, Levi’s denim “waist overalls,” as they were originally known, were the top-selling men’s work pant in the United States.
May 5, 1862: Cinco de Mayo During the French-Mexican War, a poorly supplied and outnumbered Mexican army defeated a French army attempting to capture Puebla de Los Angeles, a small town in east-central Mexico. Winning represented a great moral victory for the Mexican government, symbolizing the country’s ability to defend its sovereignty against a powerful foreign nation. Today, the anniversary is a national holiday in Mexico.
May 29, 1953: Hillary and Norgay reached Everest summit Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay, a sherpa of Nepal, became the first explorers to reach the summit of Mount Everest, which at 29,035 feet above sea level is the highest point on Earth. News of their achievement broke around the world on June 2, the day of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation.
May 10, 1940: Churchill became prime minister First Lord of the Admiralty Winston Churchill was called to replace Neville Chamberlain as British prime minister following the latter’s resignation. On May 13, in his first speech before the House of Commons, Prime Minister Churchill declared that, “I have nothing to offer, but blood, toil, tears and sweat,” and offered an outline of his bold plans for British resistance. 8
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May 31, 2005: Deep Throat revealed W. Mark Felt’s family ended 30 years of speculation, identifying Felt, the former FBI assistant director, as “Deep Throat,” the secret source who helped unravel the Watergate scandal. The Felt family’s admission took legendary reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, who had promised to keep their source’s identity a secret until his death, by surprise. Felt died on Dec. 18, 2008. © The History Channel www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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CAREGIVER CORNER
Respite Care Caregiving brings many challenges. The process of caring for and supporting a friend or family member can include navigating doctor visits, hospital stays, financial institutions, state and federal insurance plans and community-based services.
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here are also concerns about disease processes, behaviors associated with dementia, medications and more. The bottom line is that caregivers need a break once in a while. In the social services world, that break is called respite. Ideally, caregivers will use respite opportunities before they become exhausted or overwhelmed. Respite allows caregivers to maintain a social life with friends, go to work and their own doctors’ appointments, take care of daily tasks, exercise, attend a support group and more. With a little patience, planning and commitment to self, a caregiver can stay healthy and avoid burnout by taking advantage of the many respite options.
Types of Respite In-Home Care
This can be provided by a friend, another family member or a home health company. If you are considering using a home health company, there are three levels of care available. Companion care includes having a home health aide present with your loved one, which could include playing cards or games or just keeping your loved one company. This person can also provide light housekeeping and basic meal preparation services. Personal care offers assistance with bathing, using the restroom, dressing and eating, as well as some of the companion care services. Skilled nursing assistance offers a licensed nurse (RN/LPN) who can provide medical treatments and care, including but not limited to, injections, wound care, dressing changes and more. Pricing for these services vary by level of service and time spent with the individual. Out-of-Home Care
in their own home at night and spend the day with caring professionals in an activity-rich environment. ADH centers offer licensed caregivers, nutritious meals, medication administration, fun activities and more at a reasonable price. Another option for outof-home care is an assisted living or nursing facility for short-term stays of several days or several weeks. This can be a good option when a caregiver is going on a vacation or needs medical treatments or surgery. The price is based on the per day rate established by the facility.
Paying for Respite Care Any care option will accept private pay, meaning that the recipient or caregiver pays the designated fee with cash, check or credit card. Some respite providers offer scholarships and sliding scale fees. It is important to inquire about those options and any eligibility requirements. There are other pay sources for respite care. Long-term care insurance will fund some respite up to the policy’s contracted amount. If your loved one has long-term care insurance be sure to check the policy. The Veterans Administration offers respite for some veterans. To be eligible, a veteran must be enrolled in the VA system for the VA to identify if respite is a benefit. Medicaid will also provide respite through the ADvantage program. Eligibility for Medicaid (for persons with limited income and resources) is determined by the Department of Human Services. Also, vouchers are available for respite care through your local Area Agency on Aging. by Mickey Hinds, Education Coordinator, LIFE Senior Services
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Respite allows caregivers to maintain a social life with friends, go to work and their own doctors’ appointments, take care of daily tasks, exercise, attend a support group and more.
CAREGIVER CELEBRATION EVENT Caregivers are invited to join LIFE Senior Services for an evening of companionship, relaxation and fun! Attendees will enjoy a delicious dinner, massage, tai chi, laughter yoga, yoga basics for stress reduction, as well as a game and giveaway. Free respite provided at LIFE’s Adult Day Health, which is located on-site. The event is free to attend. Reservations are required. Thursday, May 18 • 5 – 8 p.m. LIFE Senior Services 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow RSVP by May 11 (918) 664-9000, ext. 8333
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Make a note to join us. Please join us for this free Tapestry event series. You’re invited to Tunes at Tapestry, our new monthly event featuring live music, food, drinks and fun, courtesy of Tapestry at Woodland Hills. Make it a date night, bring a friend or come make new friends. It’s all free. The Tunes at Tapestry 2017 Event Series will be held the first and third Thursday of every month through the 2017 patio season! Visit SeniorEventsTulsa.com for more information. Presented by
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MEDICARE & YOU
Welcome to Medicare Preventive Visit and Yearly
Wellness Visits
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he best way to stay healthy is to live a healthy lifestyle. You can do that, as well as prevent disease by exercising, eating well, maintaining a healthy weight and not smoking. Medicare can help by paying for many preventive services to keep you healthy, including an initial preventive visit and yearly wellness visits with your healthcare provider.
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Welcome to Medicare Preventive Visit This one-time introductory visit is available only within the first 12 months you have Medicare Part B. This visit includes a review of your medical and social history related to your health, and education and counseling about preventive services, including:
Advance care planning
ertain screenings, shots and referrals for C other care if needed eight, weight and blood pressure H measurements Calculation of your body mass index Simple vision test Review of your potential risk for depression and your level of safety ffer to talk with you about creating O advance directives ritten plan letting you know which W screenings, shots and other preventive services you need You don’t need to have this visit to be covered for yearly wellness visits. Yearly Wellness Visits If you’ve had Part B for longer than 12 months, this visit is available to you to develop or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan is designed to help prevent disease and disability based on your current health and risk factors. Your provider will ask you to fill out a questionnaire, called a "Health Risk Assessment," as part of this visit. Answering these questions can help you and your provider develop a personalized prevention plan to help you stay healthy and get the most out of your visit. It can also include:
Detection of any cognitive impairment Personalized health advice List of risk factors and treatment options for you S creening schedule (similar to a checklist) for appropriate preventive services
This visit is covered every 12 months. Eleven full months must have passed since your last wellness visit. Your Costs in Original Medicare You pay nothing for the "Welcome to Medicare" preventive visit or the yearly wellness visit if your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider accepts assignment, meaning that the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount Medicare approves for the service. You may have to pay coinsurance and the Part B deductible if: our doctor or other healthcare provider Y performs additional tests or services during the same visit. These additional tests or services aren’t covered under the preventive benefits. Your doctor or other healthcare provider may recommend you get services more often than Medicare covers. They may also recommend services that Medicare doesn’t cover. If this happens, you may have to pay some or all of the costs. It’s important to ask questions, so you understand why your doctor is recommending certain services and whether Medicare will pay for them. by Cindy Loftin Medicare Assistance Program Coordinator at LIFE Senior Services Source: www.cms.gov
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Due to serious budget constraints, Social Security has suspended mailings of paper Social Security statements to workers under the age of 60. Paper statements will continue to be mailed to those 60 and over who do not have a My Social Security online account and are not receiving Social Security benefits. According to Social Security, this measure will reduce the cost of processing and mailing statements by $11.3 million in the 2017 fiscal year. In addition, Social Security has enacted a hiring freeze and dramatically reduced overtime hours. To create a My Social Security account, you must provide some personal information about yourself. You also must give Social Security answers to some questions that only you are likely to know. Next, you create a username and password that you will use to access your online account. This process protects you and keeps your personal Social Security information private. To set up your account at www.socialsecurity.gov, you must be at least 18 years of age and have a: Valid e-mail address; Social Security number; and U.S. mailing address You can only create a My Social Security account using your own personal information and for your own exclusive use. You cannot create or use an account on behalf of another person, even if you have that person’s written permission. You can never share the use of your account with anyone else under any circumstances. Unauthorized use of this service is a misrepresentation of your identity to the federal government and could subject you to criminal or civil penalties, or both. www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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Meet LIFE’s
LEGACY AWARD In celebration of Older Americans Month, the fourth annual LIFE’s Legacy Awards recognize four Tulsaarea seniors who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to improving our community and the lives of older adults.
WINNERS
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eon Schneider is a leader in volunteerism, and more importantly, in his ability to overcome. Leon is a 13-year survivor of pancreatic cancer, the deadliest form of cancer. The five-year survival rate for individuals with pancreatic cancer is 7 percent, according to the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research. “I think the good Lord just wasn’t finished with me,” Leon says. For 11 years, Leon Schneider has been a “faithfully dedicated volunteer” to the St. John Health System Auxiliary, says Joy McGill, media relations professional at St. John Health System, who nominated him for the award. Leon began his volunteer service with the St. John Auxiliary in March 2006, serving in surgery waiting at St. John Medical Center. Knowing that St. John Owasso would be opening soon after he started, he planned to transfer to St. John Owasso when the doors opened, but he felt a calling to keep helping at the medical center, and he continues to do so.
Leon Schneider has given more than 12,000 hours of volunteer service to the St. John Health System Auxiliary, as well as served in various leadership roles in community organizations.
On Friday mornings at St. John Medical Center, Leon is able to bring a boost of hope and encouragement to individuals with pancreatic cancer. “When he arrives, he will scan the list to look for families who may be going through a similar circumstance,” McGill says. “He offers compassionate care to every family, but because the survival rate of patients with pancreatic cancer is so low, he understands how grave that news can be for families. He offers hope and support to families.” Recently, Leon met a patient who had the same surgery he had for pancreatic cancer – the Whipple procedure. “She told me, ‘Everyone kept telling me, everything’s going to be all right. I kept saying, I wish the
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Lord would send me a sign. When you came up and told me you’d had the same surgery over 12 years ago, I said, there’s my sign.’” Leon finds immense joy from volunteering, but he didn’t fully anticipate getting so much fulfillment when he signed up to be on the St. John Auxiliary. “It was my wife’s idea to volunteer, and she continues to volunteer with me. After my first shift 11 years ago, I was not ready to leave.” In total, Leon has given more than 12,000 hours of service on the Auxiliary. He has served as board treasurer and assistant treasurer. He volunteers in surgery waiting on Friday mornings at St. John Medical Center and with the guest services desk on Wednesday afternoons at St. John Owasso. “Leon and his wife, Colleen, are the smiling faces that patients and guests see on Wednesday afternoons at the guest services desk at St. John Owasso,” McGill says. “Leon knows St. John Owasso like the back of his hand because he was there when St. John Owasso opened its doors in November 2006.” In addition to his involvement with St. John Health System, Leon has been active with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in Tulsa for many years and organizes a team of people to walk and run at the annual 5k Run and Walk to End Pancreatic Cancer. In 2015, his family had organized a family reunion, and Leon realized it was the same weekend as the walk. “I sent a note to the 34 members of my family and told them I felt I had to go to the run. One of my nieces said, ‘Why don’t we just move the reunion to Tulsa that morning?’ They all came and joined my team.” Leon's granddaughter has sung the national anthem at the event for the last two years, and Leon spoke on behalf of the survivors two years ago. Leon has also attended Relay for Life events in Owasso. Leon has been delivering meals for Meals on Wheels every other week in the Owasso area for 11 years. “I have a great desire to help other people. I think it came from the surgery and what I had been through,” Leon says. Leon also volunteered with the Gatesway Balloon Festival for 10 years as the volunteer coordinator. He also served with the Green Country Soccer Association, where he was the scheduler for more than 10 years and the league commissioner for more than 20 years. His girls also had him as a soccer coach for 20 seasons. "I didn't consider it volunteering at the time; I was just making sure my girls had a coach," says Leon. He has also volunteered with Owasso Community Resources and with several committees and ministries at his church, First Christian Church of Owasso. Leon is a retiree of Occidental Oil Company, where he worked for 34 years, retiring as a manager over computer security. He and Colleen have three children: Jana, Jill and Jodi. They have six grandchildren: Jaida, Alex, Avery, Axton, Emerson and Levi. “I remember way back when I was working, some of us guys were sitting around the coffee pot talking about volunteering. I remember making the comment, ‘Why would anybody want to work and not get paid for it?’ Now, I get up at 4:40 a.m. on Friday mornings to go volunteer for a 6 a.m. shift. If anyone would have told me 20 years ago I would be doing that, I would have said they’re crazy,” Leon says. “The people that work do it because they have to; the people that volunteer do it because they want to.” by Lindsay Morris
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WINIFRED DUDLEY and was even a chaplain’s assistant – a duty that makes her chuckle even after more than 70 years. “I’m a Baptist – and I was a Catholic chaplain’s assistant.” According to her daughter-in-law, Winifred’s diminutive stature made her uniquely qualified for a very specific job. “She was assigned to work on the C-47 airplanes,” she explains. “She was one of the very few individuals who were small enough to get into the nose portion of the plane to work on various wires. That’s because she is about 4’ 11” and, even today, still weighs about the same, which is 89 pounds.” When the war ended in August 1945, Winifred returned to her hometown of Westville, Oklahoma, in Adair County. There, she ran into her childhood friend, Jay Dudley. Up until that point, Winifred had planned to return to the Army and was due to ship out for a two-year tour in Okinawa. Instead, after a whirlwind courtship, she and Jay married three weeks later. “It was either get married or go to Okinawa,” she jokes.
Winifred Dudley is a pint-sized powerhouse. She was one of the first women to serve in WWII. Today, she is legally blind, but she certainly doesn’t let that slow her down.
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inifred Dudley’s life story would make an outstanding movie. It’s filled with action, adventure, romance – but most of all, a plucky everyday heroine who perseveres despite the odds. Perhaps that’s why she’s this year’s LIFE’s Legacy of Inspiration Award recipient.
Our story opens on a young Winifred, born and raised on her family’s farm. Not content to work behind a desk, she applies to school to learn to rivet. But this isn’t a Rosie the Riveter story. Out of seven girls, Winifred is the one selected to be an electrician. “I became an electrical technician,” she recalls. “I worked putting the wires in B-24s.” As a civilian, Winifred – or Freddie as friends and family call her – worked the graveyard shift at Douglas Aircraft in Tulsa. There, she learned that the military was taking women. This interested her, so she asked her dad for advice. He didn’t hesitate and told her to “go for it.” She was one of the first women to join the military, serving in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) in 1942 and later in the Women’s Army Corps (WAC). “Winifred is one of those inspirational women who broke barriers during her time,” says Tammy Dudley, who nominated her mother-in-law for the award. “During WWII, women had not been fully integrated into the Army. When she joined the Army, she made an impression on other women. This was a selfless sacrifice which caused economic and social changes. She was one who altered the role of women in our society.” Over the next two years, Winifred served at eight bases around the country. She helped load and unload planes, discharge troops at bases 16
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They were married on Dec. 4, 1945, and spent 70 years together. The Dudleys went on to raise four children, living in Bentonville and Cave Springs, Arkansas, and other places where Jay worked as a high school principal and Winifred taught Sunday school. They moved to Tulsa 25 years ago to be closer to family. Although her beloved Jay passed away in August 2016, Winifred’s attitude, outlook and perseverance are an inspiration to anyone. Today, Winifred is legally blind, but she manages her life with her signature persistence – a characteristic she says she learned from the Army, as well as her grandmother. “My grandmother was my role model,” she recalls. “And my goal has always been to be a good example to my children and to others.” Her daughter-in-law describes Winifred as “one of those women who is continuing to do ‘one good deed at a time,’ so that those who reap her enthusiasm and inspiration can pass it on to the next person.” Winifred is tackling this new challenge with the same can-do spirit she had toward climbing into the nose of those airplanes back in WWII. “I’m not ailing,” she says. “I want to reach out to others with disabilities and show them there’s life beyond their handicap. I’m blind, but I’m making the best out of a bad situation.” “I want to inspire others in my life because so many others have helped me throughout my life,” she adds. “I want to reach out and help other blind people to let them know being blind is not the end of the world.” To that end, Winifred takes the Lift Program, Tulsa Transit’s door-todoor paratransit service, so she can volunteer at the Tulsa Veterans Medical Center, helping with activities such as the Tulsa Veterans Day Parade. She recently flew by herself to Arizona to attend a six-week educational program for the blind. She continues to be involved with Oklahoma Honor Flights in Tulsa, marketing the program and promoting it to the media. At 95, Winifred’s inspiring life story is far from over. “I want to make other people’s lives better,” she says. “I do what I can with what I’ve got, and I don’t miss any opportunities.” by Karen Szabo
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CATHERINE TATUM
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atherine Tatum is no ordinary volunteer. She is the type of volunteer who makes the people she cares for feel like family.
When Catherine first began volunteering at LIFE Senior Services in the ‘70s, the organization was called Eldercare, and she volunteered to be a friendly visitor to seniors who were still living at home. Over the years, she embraced the two ladies she was assigned to visit as an extension of her own family. One of the ladies she visited regularly was Dr. Grace Martin, who was the first osteopathic doctor in Oklahoma. “I would go visit Dr. Martin every week and make sure she had groceries. She would spend Christmas and Thanksgiving with my family sometimes.” The other woman she visited, Mrs. Hughes, enjoyed weekly visits with Catherine to the old Borden’s Cafeteria on Lewis Avenue. “She had the same thing every Sunday,” Catherine says. Catherine’s visits were especially important to these women since their families lived out of state. “Once when I visited Mrs. Hughes, her house was so hot, and she didn’t realize it,” Catherine says. “When we told the doctor, he said she had to be moved into a nursing home.”
Catherine Tatum is an extraordinary volunteer, devoting her time and talents to LIFE Senior Services, the Multiple Sclerosis Society and many other organizations.
Over the years, Catherine has taken on the role of caregiver for other friends. “Catherine understands what it means to be a caregiver,” says Rickye Wilson, development manager at LIFE Senior Services, who also nominated Catherine for the award. “When two of her friends were diagnosed with terminal illnesses, Catherine fought for their rights and their benefits, as well as serving as their caregiver and linking them to the resources at LIFE Senior Services.” After all these years, Catherine is still one of LIFE Senior Services’ most faithful volunteers. For the past six years, Catherine has served as raffle chair for LIFE’s annual fundraiser Puttin’ on the Dog and has spearheaded LIFE’s efforts to personally raise more than $3,000 each year in raffle ticket sales. Each of those years, Catherine's record has held solid for the most raffle tickets sold by an individual. Catherine has also served on the Puttin’ on the Dog silent auction acquisitions committee for at least 12 years, helping to raise more than $190,000 in auction revenue. Catherine has donated several of her own items to the silent auction. “My house is pretty well stripped clean for Puttin’ on the Dog silent auction items,” Catherine laughs.
annual cycling and running events. She also currently enjoys volunteering as a Reading Partner to young elementary children at McClure Elementary. For many years, she was an active volunteer and committee member for Brush Creek Bazaar, which benefits the Brush Creek Youth Ranch and New Life House for Teen Challenge of Oklahoma. Previously, Catherine was very involved in Animal Aid rescue and has adopted and fostered several dogs over the years. While her MS makes it difficult for her to have too many dogs, she still enjoys the company of her dog Merlin, who she adopted from the shelter 12 years ago. Catherine was also able to help show her love for animals when her friend Dr. Judy Larson, a retired veterinarian in Tulsa, passed away. Larson left some of her estate to Catherine for her to distribute to various animal rescue groups. In February, Catherine was recognized with the Dan Brown Humanitarian Award given to her by McGraw Realtors. Yes, on top of all of her volunteering, Catherine is also a realtor! Catherine certainly embodies the spirit of the Legacy of Volunteerism Award, impacting her local community by donating her time and talents to various organizations and individuals.
“She is an outstanding volunteer who has helped LIFE Senior Services in many capacities,” Wilson says. Another one of Catherine’s great passions is the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society. After she was diagnosed with MS more than 22 years ago, Catherine became an active volunteer for the MS Society, namely helping with their www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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Bonnie Choisnard While the decision to care for her mother was an easy one for Bonnie, the road leading to it took several turns. After Bonnie’s father died 12 years ago, she tried to convince her mother to move in with her, but Betty wanted to live alone. Over the next few years, Bonnie helped her mom with her checkbook and began bringing meals over. After a fall, Bonnie moved in with her mom, but soon realized that her family needed her at home, too. Her youngest daughter had just graduated from high school, so Bonnie moved her mother to their house. At that point, she resigned from her job at Tulsa’s First United Methodist Church’s Early Learning Academy to care for her mom fulltime.
Bonnie Choisnard and her mom Betty have a special relationship – one filled with love, compassion, support and humor.
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xtraordinary. Remarkable. Heroic. These are just a few of the words Bonnie Choisnard’s family and friends use to describe her. And while she embodies all these characteristics, that list is not complete without one key trait: sarcasm. In nominating Bonnie for LIFE’s Legacy of Family Caregiving Award, Bonnie’s family and friends say the area where she really shines is her keen sense of humor. Five years ago, Bonnie became the caregiver for her 88-year-old mother, Betty Hargis. “We all know the potential for stress a steady caretaking role can create,” says her sister Becky Frank, who nominated Bonnie for the award along with sister Brenda Jo Epperly and family friend Steve Turnbo. “Bonnie keeps a healthy dose of constructive sarcastic humor and manages to keep the mood light on an ongoing basis. Her humor is so natural and regularly weaved into her conversations and interactions with mom. I think they both get a kick out of each other,” says Becky. Becky recalls a moment shortly after Bonnie learned she had received the Legacy of Family Caregiving Award. As they were going into a restaurant for dinner, Bonnie was helping her mother out of the car. Betty complimented her daughter, saying, “You take such good care of me.” “Bonnie said, ‘Well, after all, I am Tulsa’s caregiver of the year!’” Becky says. “The fun in this one is that Bonnie is the last one to think she’d ever be deserving of this recognition, so this was definitely said with complete sarcasm and in jest. That’s why this is such a nice recognition for her. Caregivers are really never in the spotlight.”
“It’s what I wanted to do,” she says. “I didn’t want her to be alone.” In July 2015, Bonnie was hit with a blow when her husband of nearly 30 years was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer and died a short three months later. “For most people and certainly for us, it would have been more than we could handle,” Becky says. “But Bonnie’s faith and inner strength persevered, taking things day by day through her husband’s final months and days still maintaining her care of mom, as well. It was remarkable. She remained mindful, even during these toughest of times, of the importance of accepting help and counsel to get her through.” Bonnie acknowledges that her life has changed, but she surrounds herself with friends, family and professionals who help share the load and provide respite and opportunities for recreation. “As sisters, we share in this, alternating weekends whereby we can all enjoy mom and provide breaks for Bonnie,” says Becky. The family also takes advantage of the support and resources provided by LIFE Senior Services. “This started with the care of our father who lived with Alzheimer’s and now with our mother,” says Becky. “It’s an anchor for our community to have such rich resources available assisting our senior community and its caretakers.” From dinners out in restaurants to bunco games with friends to a Florida family vacation this summer, Bonnie keeps her mom engaged with life. “I love how Bonnie doesn't just let mom watch TV in her room, just passing time,” says her sister Brenda Jo Epperly. “Bonnie has her out in the middle of social events. She wants her surrounded by family as much as possible, whether it is a fun time, or a time of sorrow or distress. Mom is living a full life of experiences and emotions. I am very thankful to Bonnie for providing that to mom.” Love – and laughter – run in the family. “This is how I was raised,” Bonnie says. “My mindset is this is what you do. I want to be an example to my daughters. I want them to be proud of me.” by Karen Szabo
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Call for Sponsors and Exhibitors for the 2017 Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair LIFE Senior Services and the Tulsa Police Department’s Senior Services Unit are pleased to present the 2017 Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair. The event, formerly called the Elder Abuse Awareness and Resource Fair, will be held Tuesday, July 18 at Central Park Hall at Expo Square. At last year’s event, nearly 400 attendees registered throughout the day. However, the venue is so large that there is room for hundreds more. The goal is to double attendance to 800 people and host 80 to 100 exhibitors! One of the key elements of our marketing will be a 12-page event guide in the July issue of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine dedicated to promoting the event, including the day’s agenda and information about the presentations and activities planned for the day. There are also three sponsorship levels that include advertising in the event guide. These sponsorship levels are very limited, so get your name in early if you want to advertise your business! All attendees will receive the event guide, the 2017-18 edition of LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services, as well as sponsor materials packaged within a branded reusable shopping bag. Other marketing will include LIFE’s quarterly e-newsletter, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Tulsa World, Tulsa Value News, Gusher, TV appearances, radio PSAs, community calendars and widespread distribution of the Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair flier are all part of the media mix. Some of the event highlights include: KOTV’s Crime Reporter Lori Fullbright as emcee resentations from Tulsa city leaders and experts in P aging services Oklahoma Insurance Department’s free breakfast and presentation on “Medicare Fraud” for the first 200 seniors who register AAA Oklahoma's free CarFit Clinic outside the venue Fitness demonstrations Paw Pals therapy dogs from Tulsa Dog Training Club et adoptions through Animal Rescue Foundation P (ARF) Tulsa If you are interested in showcasing your business or organization at this one-of-a-kind event, contact Carol Carter at (918) 664-9000.
SAVE THE DATE Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair Tuesday, July 18 • 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Central Park Hall at Expo Square 4145 E. 21st St., Tulsa
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ach May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads our nation’s celebration of Older Americans Month (OAM). ACL designed the 2017 OAM theme, "Age Out Loud," to give aging a new voice – one that reflects what today’s older adults have to say.
This theme shines a light on many important trends. More than ever before, older Americans are working longer, trying new things and engaging in their communities. They’re taking charge, striving for wellness, focusing on independence and advocating for themselves and others. What it means to age has changed, and OAM 2017 is a perfect opportunity to recognize and celebrate what getting older looks like today. LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine wants to help amplify the voices of older Americans! So, we asked some local seniors, “What are your thoughts on aging? What does aging mean to you?”
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Director of the Broken Arrow Senior Center Having worked most of my life, I looked forward to the day I could retire, thinking it would be a wonderful time. While I was able to get a number of things done around the house, as well as travel to see the kids, I quickly discovered that I could only clean house and visit family so much – enough is enough! I was truly shocked when I realized that I missed the routine of scheduled life. I had time on my hands and began to find (whether real or imagined) new aches and pains. I knew at that moment that I did not want to just sit and “watch the grass grow.” I immediately began my new journey volunteering in the community and finding ways to occupy my time constructively. My retirement lasted two years! Now, I am the Director of the Broken Arrow Senior Center and a Rotarian. I serve on numerous committees in the community, striving to make the city of Broken Arrow the best it can be. Age does not enter my mind anymore.
JIM PEEBLES Jim Peebles
I attribute my wellbeing to staying active physically and mentally. I refuse Volunteer for LIFE’s Medicare and to become dependent until I have to be. I know that when I start acting old, I Tax Assistance Programs will be finished. “Act your age” can be great advice when you are 18, but it is I’m not being facetious, but aging is good – as opposed to the opposite! a mistake when you are 65. To live life to the fullest is to meet it head on. The For myself, I don’t really pay that much attention to aging. I pay attention temptation to stop learning new things is the easy way out. We are not too to my health, and I probably eat better than I have in the past. I need to stay old to learn new technology or to get a job. busy and active and interface with people. Whether that is meeting guys for coffee or volunteering at LIFE Senior Services or elsewhere. Staying active is We are the role models of aging for the younger people in our lives. What incredibly important to me. we show them gives them the model of what they can strive for. My mom lived to be 98; she was extremely active until she began to fall at age 93. Even then, she continued to show me how to live life to the fullest. 20
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MARGARET LOVE Most of the people I know in my age group believe that relationships are very important – casual, not just family. I think that relationships and volunteering help keep the cobwebs out of the brain. Myself and the good majority of people I visit with kind of just ignore aging. It is what it is. Most people are not hung up about it. We don’t feel like we’re old. I’m 76, and I feel young! That’s an attitude that is probably different than what was out there 30 years ago. Now, people are living longer and staying active.
Margaret Love
MSW, CMC, Chair of the State Council on Aging and Silver Haired Legislator Living my life after retirement has been awesome. I am free to do the things I enjoy, spend time with family and friends and travel. I believe that I am living my best life, probably busier than ever, but I love every minute of it. My new normal includes volunteering in the community, preparing meals for the elderly, sewing dresses for children in Africa, donating my time and talents motivating and encouraging people to enjoy life daily. Last year, I volunteered for two political campaigns – one for state office and one for a local city office. What a learning experience! I continue to work faithfully in my church, and I’m presently teaching a Sunday school class to seniors. My time with my children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren is always high on my list. I also sit on several boards in the city and two statelevel boards. My social life includes attending a quilting class two times a month, going to lunch and to the theater with friends. I walk at least three times a week and have joined a senior Zumba class at the YMCA. I also continue to work for Langston University as an adjunct professor. I am now getting ready to turn my backyard into a vegetable and flower garden. By the way, I have no experience, so thank God for Pinterest. I am living my best life. There is no time to sit around and complain about my age. My bucket list is expanding daily. I challenge all seniors to live out loud, find your niche and live life like there is no tomorrow because life is about living. by Erin Shackelford, Managing Editor
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hen Sharon Coffman’s 67-yearold husband, Tom, a Tulsa attorney, died suddenly on Christmas Day in 2007, a light went out in her life. “Tom was really outgoing, much more so than me,” says Coffman. “He was friendly – always out there gabbing and talking. He made a huge impact in the community through volunteering and being on committees. He had been president of the downtown Kiwanis Club, president of the University of Tulsa's (TU) Alumni Association and president of the TU Law Alumni Association. He raised funds for all kinds of things around town. He used to go on biking trips across the country and get sponsors to raise money for organizations.” Coffman says she enjoyed being Tom’s “support system” for his many volunteer activities. After Tom’s death, Coffman’s full, active life came to a halt. “Everything ceased,” she says. “I tried to get out after he died, but it was hard. I didn’t feel like I fit in anywhere.” She also found herself worrying. “When something like that happens to you, you start worrying about everything,” says Coffman. “I no longer have health insurance, I no longer have an income. Your life totally reverses from the security you had.” According to Coffman, it took a while to get over feeling totally helpless and shocked. And she was surprised when her grief stretched into three and then almost four years. “Everybody says it will take two years. So, then I thought what is wrong with me?” Gratitude and Volunteering Coffman’s turning point came when she started doing two things: expressing gratitude and volunteering. “After about four years, I finally got tired of myself and realized that I
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needed to be thankful for the years I did have with Tom.” She also realized that compared to many other people, she was fortunate. Taking inspiration from her husband, she started volunteering. “I said to myself, ‘Get up and get going!’” And she did. Soon Coffman, who considers herself an introvert, was on the Gilcrease Museum National Advisory Council. “I wasn’t sure I had anything to give to the board, but I loved art and thought I’d enjoy trying it. It was wonderful. I went to every one of the dinners by myself. I pushed myself and learned to visit with people at the tables.” Today, Coffman volunteers at the Assistance League of Tulsa, The Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless and her church, Southminster Presbyterian Church, where she serves as a deacon and works in the church’s Fair Trade Shop. Once she started volunteering and “counting her blessings,” her worries subsided and her spirits lifted. “Every time you have to go into a room by yourself or drive yourself to something, you get stronger,” she says. Good for Your Soul “As we age, our lifestyle changes,” says Karen Dills, executive director of Tulsa’s Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), or “Resourceful, Successful and Valuable People,” as she likes to call it. “As we get closer to our senior years, children leave home, careers may be ending and there may be the loss of a spouse or loved one. According to Dills, the isolation that can come with lifestyle changes can rob seniors of socialization and purpose – two key components of health and wellness. “Depression can become a major factor,” she says. TAKE YOUR VITAMIN V continued on page 24
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Health and Wellness Benefits of Volunteering 1. Physical Health: Research confirms that volunteering pays special dividends in increased activity, which often results in improved health. 2. Emotional Health: Perhaps it's the idea of putting other’s needs before one’s own, but older volunteers almost always feel better emotionally after they start volunteering. 3. Mental Acuity: Studies show that seniors who volunteer in classrooms show improvement in certain mental tasks. 4. Pain Remedy: It appears that giving back may serve as an important stress reliever and distraction for seniors suffering from chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes and high blood pressure. 5. Outlook on Life: Volunteering can help those who experience situational depression overcome their feelings of sadness and loss. Source: Home Instead Senior Care
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MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME When you walk through the doors of The Linden at Stonehaven Square here’s what you’ll find: folks having fun, cheerful staff, and an energetic, yet cozy vibe. Needless to say, we are not your typical senior living community—and we like it that way. Don’t take our word for it. Visit us at our Information Center and let us show you our unique approach to assisted living and memory care.
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“Volunteering has shown to improve health physically, mentally and emotionally,” says Dills. “Seniors who are involved in volunteering actually live approximately two years longer and with a better quality of life. It is the quality of life that is so valuable,” she adds. Dills has seen senior after senior benefit from volunteering, including Frieda, a woman involved in RSVP’s Knittin’ Kittens, a group dedicated to knitting and crocheting hats and scarves for the homeless and survivors of family violence. According to Dills, after Frieda lost her husband, she withdrew. “She said to me, ‘Karen, I had stopped even thinking. I didn’t watch TV. I didn’t crochet. I didn’t do anything. I went to my doctor, and my doctor said I was depressed. He wanted to give me pills’.” Frieda decided to first try reaching out to RSVP. She has been involved with Knittin’ Kittens for two years. “Now, she is taking classes, going shopping and meeting other people,” says Dills. “Taking that step to start volunteering gave her back her life.” “I could probably just putz around my house everyday and not do anything,” says Coffman. “But that’s not healthy at all. Now, I feel like I learn something every day. It’s good for me mentally and physically.” “When I was a young mother, I did a lot of volunteering,” continues Coffman. “The purpose of my volunteering back then was more to get out of the house, be with people and have fun. My purpose in volunteering now is to help other people and to spread care for others.” Coffman's face lights up as she talks about the care she provides through her work with the Assistance League. “The Assistance League is a big deal for me,” she says. “Operation School Bell is the signature program for this national organization. We raise funds to buy all new clothes for children who are on the free lunch program due to low income.” According to Coffman, at the beginning of the school year, children are given the opportunity to choose and “buy” their clothes. “They get two full uniforms, one everyday outfit, socks, underwear, shoes (their favorite thing), belt, gloves, coat and a sweatshirt. They put it all in a huge brown bag with their name on it that they get to carry out. They are just so excited!” Coffman's eyes are soft, and she is smiling as she talks. “You can see the fulfillment that I get from what I do,” she says. When asked what advice she would give to others who feel lonely and isolated and are considering volunteering, she says, “Get out and do it. It doesn’t cost anything; it makes you feel appreciated; and others will benefit tremendously from what you do. Go do something for somebody else!” by Cindy Webb
What is Your Volunteer Personality? 1. Which would you most like to do? a. Work outdoors or with animals b. Teach and mentor others c. Work on a team or collaborate with others d. Work by yourself with numbers and data 2. Which word best describes you? a. Active b. Enthusiastic c. Creative d. Organized 3. If you could meet one of these people, who would it be? a. Babe Ruth b. Nelson Mandela c. Paul McCartney d. Bill Gates 4. If you had $1 million dollars to give to a charity, which of these local organizations would you donate to? a. World Baseball Outreach b. LIFE Senior Services c. Arts and Humanities Council d. Reading Partners 5. When faced with a problem, what is the first thing you do? a. Come up with a strategy to solve the problem b. Gather information to try and find out what caused the problem c. Visualize the problem and how you may be able to solve it d. Figure out the details of the problem 6. During your free time, would you rather: a. Take a trip to a beach b. Volunteer to build homes c. Visit a museum or see a play d. Research your genealogy 7. What is your favorite store to peruse? a. Bass Pro b. Barnes and Noble c. Hobby Lobby d. Best Buy Find your volunteer personality with the key on page 43.
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From volunteering at a museum, hospital, park or airport to working with at-risk youth or shelter animals, there are literally hundreds of volunteer opportunities available in the Tulsa area.
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etired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Tulsa is an organization committed to connecting volunteers age 55 and older to all kinds of life-giving programs and events. “At RSVP, we are linked with over 200 different community agencies,” says Karen Dills, RSVP’s executive director. “We are flexible, offering everything from one-time events, to short-term volunteering, to weekly positions. If you don’t know what you want to do or how to get involved, we act as a one-stop shop to help you figure it all out.” Many senior-aged volunteers have found a new zest for life volunteering through RSVP, including Deanna Lawson, who retired from elementary education in 2009. “I knew I wanted to stay active,” says Lawson, “so I started receiving RSVP’s monthly newsletter where I could see all of the different volunteer opportunities coming up. I’ve done everything from helping with big events like Tokyo Tulsa and the Chili Bowl to volunteering with OSU’s Master Wellness program, where we go into classrooms and teach children how to pursue a healthy lifestyle. I just love volunteering because you get to meet a wide variety of people and experience things you would never be able to experience otherwise.”
VanTrease Performing Arts Center for Education (PACE) desk to answer phones, welcome guests, pass out trail maps, keep a visitor tally or manage the gift shop. Contact the Oxley Nature Center at (918) 596-9054 for more information. The Tulsa Zoo: Become a part of the Tulsa Zoo’s WildBunch – an email network of prospective volunteers participating as much or as little as desired. As a WildBunch volunteer, you can help the zoo crew by providing guest services, like handing out maps and answering questions; helping to host one of the zoo’s annual fundraisers or events, like Waltz on the Wild Side, HallowZOOeen or the ZooRun; providing banquet services during proms and weddings; and assisting in various park activities, like driving golf carts or face painting. With just a little more training, you can also become a docent, which includes more in-depth, hands-on responsibilities, like learning to hold an owl while teaching children. Contact the Tulsa Zoo at (918) 669-6222 for more information.
VanTrease Performing Arts Center for Education (PACE): For two decades, PACE Ambassadors have welcomed theater goers to performances at TCC Southeast Campus. The Ambassadors are volunteers who serve as ushers for live musical performances, theater shows and Oxley Nature Center: If you love nature, consider volunteering special events. The program was created with the opening of the VanTrease at Tulsa’s Oxley Nature Center. You can “adopt-a-trail,” where you regularly PACE as an opportunity to involve and connect the community with the walk one particular trail and report on its status – from birds, animals, performing arts programs at TCC, including the Signature Symphony at flowers and plants – and keep it free of debris and garbage. If your mobility is TCC. Each Ambassador attends a one-hour training session to familiarize a little more limited, you can also be a visitor center host and sit at the front SHARE YOUR TIME AND TALENT continued on page 28.
Here are just a few of the possible volunteer opportunities around Tulsa:
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L I F E ’ S A D U LT D AY H E A LT H LIFE’s Adult Day Health can make any day a great one! Programs and activities are designed to increase and maintain physical skills and abilities, as well as provide an environment of engagement and fun for all participants.
Free visit days available! (918) 664-9000 www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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SHARE YOUR TIME AND TALENT continued from page 26. If you love enjoying abundant flora and fauna, become a volunteer at the Tulsa Botanic Garden. Photo courtesy of www.facebook.com/ tulsabotanicgarden
themselves with the venue, seating structure and general procedures. New PACE Ambassadors are paired with veteran Ambassadors until they feel comfortable working on their own. The Ambassadors greet patrons, take tickets, help them find their seats and answer questions. For additional information, call (918) 595-7768. Reading Partners of Tulsa: Third grade is when many students begin to fall behind in reading comprehension. Luckily, Reading Partners of Tulsa stands in the gap by setting up volunteer mentors with at-risk students to help them become strong and confident readers. For more information, contact Reading Partners at (918) 949-1979. Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) Tulsa: If you are an animal lover, ARF Tulsa needs your help. You can volunteer at the ARF House in LaFortune Park to walk, groom and play with the animals, as well as assist people wanting to adopt. Every Friday and Saturday, ARF also brings a few of their animals to PetSmart for adoption events. They need volunteers to assist in transporting the animals and sitting with them during adoption events to answer questions from potential adopters. If that’s not enough fur for you, ARF also has a great need of foster homes for both dogs and cats. For more information, call (918) 622-5962. Tulsa Botanic Garden: If you love enjoying abundant flora and fauna, become a volunteer at the Tulsa Botanic Garden. Learn more about gardening, meet others that love to garden, and help to plant, grow and nurture the beauty in this newly developed public garden just northwest of downtown Tulsa. Call (918) 289-0330 for more information. Tulsa Hub Bicycles: Tulsa Hub is a nonprofit organization focused on empowering individuals and communities through bicycle education and maintenance, as well as providing bikes to those in need of reliable transportation. If you are looking for a more active, higher energy volunteer position, Tulsa Hub is a great place. You can assist in bicycle maintenance, educational classes, register new clients and answer their questions, get involved with HUB’s bicycle program at a local elementary school, and much more. For additional information on volunteer opportunities, call (918) 813-0028.
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Gilcrease Museum: Become a “Gillie” in the nation’s premiere museum of Western American Art. Gillies are volunteers that assist the museum’s proceedings in many vital ways, like becoming a garden guide, serving as a docent or even helping to perform off-site lectures and visual presentations to students through the “Gilcrease Goes to School” program. For more information, call (918) 596-2782. Tulsa Municipal Rose Garden: Help get and keep the Rose Garden in tip-top shape after another mild winter and early spring. Volunteers are asked to bring their gardening gloves and personal weeding tools and meet at the north end of the Garden Center parking lot at 7 a.m. You’ll do a good deed, have fun and make some new friends. The Tulsa Garden Center will supply snacks and water. This month’s event is Saturday, May 20, and volunteer days will be held the third Saturday each month through October, from 7 to 10 a.m. Call (918) 576-5155 or email info@tulsagardencenter.com for more information. Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma: Volunteers are a key part of operations at the Food Bank. In 2016, volunteers contributed more than 44,000 hours and saved the Food Bank nearly $1 million dollars in operating costs. The Food Bank has a variety of opportunities for individuals, families and groups of all ability levels. For more information, contact Teressia Kehr at (918) 936-4556 or tkehr@okfoodbank.org. SHARE YOUR TIME AND TALENT continued on page 30.
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RSVP Tulsa's Volunteer Opportunities Through RSVP, volunteers can participate in programs like the Airport Ambassadors. RSVP can also get you connected with truly unique, once-ina-lifetime opportunities like helping scientists and grad students at the OSU Tulsa’s paleontology lab dig and sort fossils; no previous knowledge of the subject is required! Unless otherwise noted, contact Jovada at RSVP Tulsa at (918) 280-8656 or jovada@rsvptulsa.org for more information or to pursue a listed opportunity. Community Action Project: Three and 4-year-old children are better prepared to succeed in school if they have received extra guidance and positive reinforcement from an RSVP Grandfriend. RSVP volunteers partner with Community Action Project (CAP) Tulsa to help little ones prepare to achieve through enhanced social skills, improved vocabulary and acceptance. Grandfriends volunteer one hour a week at one of eight national award-winning CAP Early Childhood Center pre-school locations in the Tulsa area. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in a young person’s life in a way that impacts the volunteer as much as the child. Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA): CTCA needs volunteers in their spa on Fridays, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a great opportunity for a friendly, outgoing person who would enjoy booking appointments, checking-in clients, accepting payments, answering the phone and making polite conversation. No experience is needed, and all training is provided. CTCA also needs sewing instructors who can teach a class or two each month in their sewing room. Instructors coordinate with the lead instructor to identify a project and make kits that are ready to sew. Most classes are scheduled during the day, but CTCA would like to expand into evening or weekend classes. Available equipment in the sewing room includes four sewing machines and a serger. Each volunteer receives a volunteer smock and a complimentary meal on the day they work, access to the 24-hour fitness center, annual TB and flu shot, invitation to annual volunteer recognition luncheon and an invitation to the company Christmas dinner. OSU Medical Center: Volunteers are a welcoming presence in hospital lobbies where they greet visitors, provide directions, offer information and escort patients and families to their destinations in the hospital. Available shifts include Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, from 8 a.m. to noon, noon to 4 p.m. or 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Volunteers should be friendly, helpful, as well as possess the ability to communicate clearly and easily with visitors, and walk extensively. Ability to push a wheelchair a plus. Free parking and a free meal in the hospital cafeteria is provided on days the volunteer works at least a four-hour shift. All volunteers are asked to purchase a uniform shirt, which they wear when on duty. Saint Francis Hospital South: The hospital is seeking people who would enjoy working with the public in the gift shop. No prior experience is needed, and all training is provided. They already have a great team of friendly volunteers in place who welcome new members. Free, easy-access parking is provided, and volunteers receive a complimentary meal when they work. Volunteers purchase a uniform and pay $5 in dues. Available shifts are Monday and Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., or 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
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Re-Entry One-Stop: Volunteers are needed to coach program participants on using the internet to look for a job. Participants need to learn how to search and track job postings, complete online applications and schedule interviews. Participants are seeking to achieve independence and self-sufficiency for themselves and their families by successfully completing the job search process. Redemption Ministry: Individuals who can commit to one hour a week to teach reintegrating ex-offenders are needed. Volunteers will help each client prepare a resume, set up a budget template and then provide coaching on how to access online job resources at a public library. The coaching will take place on either Thursday, from 8 to 9 p.m., or Sunday evening, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oklahoma Blood Institute: Volunteers are needed to make cookies, greet donors, fill the canteen area with snacks and beverages, keep the waiting area neat and answer the phone. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys interacting with people. The schedule is flexible, and the activity level is not strenuous. University Village: A Spanish instructor to teach beginning Spanish to senior residents in independent living is desired. Weekly classes would be ideal, but class frequency, time and day are flexible based on teacher availability. Residents feel the knowledge they gain from the classes would be empowering from a personal growth standpoint and would offer enhanced communication between the residents and some staff members. Animal Aid Thrift Store: The thrift store supports Animal Aid’s mission of rescuing cats and dogs, so they can be placed for adoption into forever homes. Volunteers are needed to greet and assist customers and run the cash register. Post Adjudication Review Board: Volunteers serve as a checkpoint and extra eyes for the court system, Oklahoma Department of Human Services, District Attorney, CASA guardian advocates and others who are charged with ensuring the safety and protection needs of children are being met through the judicial process. Volunteers serve at Tulsa Juvenile Bureau Courts on the first Tuesday of the month. The monthly time commitment is typically one to three hours. Each new case that enters the juvenile court system is reviewed by a volunteer. The citizen board reviews are mandated by Oklahoma legislation and courts welcome the volunteer support. For more information and an application with background check authorization, contact sherry@rsvptulsa.org. Tulsa Air and Space Museum (TASM): Volunteers enrich the TASM experience and bring aerospace history to life for visitors of all ages. Positions are available in education, daily operations and retail. Volunteers inspire young imaginations to dream of possibilities, while cultivating new friendships with a great group of people who share a love of aviation and the Tulsa community. For a one-time training fee of $25, volunteers receive a shirt, nametag, lanyard and all training materials. Volunteers are asked to commit to one morning or afternoon shift per month for a year.
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W
e all know our physical health is important. But do you realize just how critical it can be? Staying physically active and exercising regularly can produce long-term health benefits and even improve health for some older people who already have diseases and disabilities. That's why health experts say that older adults should aim to be as active as possible.
"taking it easy" is risky. For the most part, when older people lose their ability to do things on their own, it doesn't happen just because they've aged. It's usually because they're not active. Lack of physical activity also can lead to more visits to the doctor, more hospitalizations and more use of medicines for a variety of illnesses.
According to the National Institutes of Health, regular, moderate physical activity, like walking the dog or gardening, can help manage stress and improve your mood. And, being active on a regular basis may help reduce feelings of depression. Studies also suggest that exercise can improve or maintain some aspects of cognitive function, such as your ability to shift quickly between tasks, plan an activity and ignore irrelevant information. Scientists have found that staying physically active and exercising regularly can help prevent or delay many diseases and disabilities. In some cases, exercise is an effective treatment for many chronic conditions. For example, studies show that people with arthritis, heart disease or diabetes benefit from regular exercise. Exercise also helps people with high blood pressure, balance problems or difficulty walking.
There are dozens of senior centers scattered across Green Country, including two of LIFE’s Senior Centers, which offer a diverse mix of fitness, creative and educational activities. There’s line dancing, pickleball, yoga, basketball, exercise equipment and a walking track – just to name a few. One of the most popular fitness activities is the Functional Movement class.
The National Institutes of Health alsos mentions that although exercise and physical activity are among the healthiest things you can do for yourself, some older adults are reluctant to exercise. Some are afraid that exercise will be too hard or that physical activity will harm them. Others might think they have to join a gym or have special equipment. Yet, studies show that 32
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Start Moving and Grooving
According to the American Senior Fitness Association, Functional Movement classes are based on a single goal: functional fitness. It helps reduce the risk of many major diseases and illnesses. Functional fitness helps preserve independence and the capacity to pursue not only the activities of daily living, but also the hobbies and sports that add zest to life. It builds strength, endurance, cardiovascular efficiency, joint flexibility and balance. "It’s all fitness,” says instructor Brenda Weaver, “This is just a different way of training people to work their bodies. This is movement training. We never do the same routine twice. We mix it up, but we move through the activities of daily living or ADLs. We push, pull, bend, lift and rotate as we move.” www.LIFEseniorservices.org
National Senior Health and Fitness Day MAY 31 • 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Stop by and Get Your First Month Free! LIFE’s Senior Centers will join an estimated 1,000 local groups and 10,000 seniors across the country to celebrate the 24th annual National Senior Health and Fitness Day on May 31 by engaging in activities to promote healthy lifestyles through physical fitness. Billie Bayouth is happier, healthier and stronger after finding an exercise class at LIFE’s Senior Center.
And, as one of Weaver’s Thursday morning classes gets underway at LIFE's Senior Center at Southminster, the banter between Weaver and the class participants shows how much the teacher and students are enjoying their morning exercise routine. But, when elastic bands come out and they begin working their way across the gym floor fighting against resistance, it’s easy to see that some serious exercising is taking place as well. In the three years Weaver has been conducting the classes at both of LIFE's Senior Centers, she said she’s seen class members achieve significant improvements in their overall fitness levels, their balance and endurance. One member fell and because of the techniques and skills learned in the Functional Movement class was able to avoid any serious injury and recover quickly. Class participants range in age from 50 to 84, including a feisty 82-year-old named Billie Bayouth.
Meet Billie
Three years ago, Bayouth had become isolated from everyone and everything. She had lost interest in life outside her home and was struggling to find things to look forward to. She lost 15 pounds for no apparent reason and was becoming more and more frail. Bayouth didn’t understand what was happening, but her doctor did. He said she was depressed, and she needed to find a senior center. She followed her doctor’s suggestion and visited LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side. It wasn’t what she expected. She participated in the line dancing class and couldn’t believe that there were 60 other men and women there – moving, exercising and having a great time. Then, she tried Functional Movement, and her life truly began to change. As she exercised under the direction of Weaver, she made new friends and her body became stronger and more flexible. It even improved her balance. Now at 82, Bayouth is happier and healthier than before. She is still a regular in the Functional Movement class, which is the cornerstone around which her other activities revolve. She has progressed from limited movement and strength, to doing push-ups and planks, and she regained that original 15 pounds. Source: www.nih.org
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On May 31, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., join us at either of LIFE’s Senior Centers to participate in free activities throughout the day! From line dancing and tai chi to percussion class and games, there will be a varied mix of activities to choose from. Plus, receive a coupon for your first month free.
LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster Southminster Presbyterian Church 3500 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa 35th Place west of Peoria Ave. (918) 749-2623
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LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side 1427 S. Indianapolis Ave. • Tulsa One block east of 15th St. and Harvard Ave. (918) 744-6760
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Membership is open to active, independent adults age 50 and older and is only $25 a year. To find monthly activity calendars, visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org. For more information about the Senior Centers or to schedule a tour, call the Senior Center of your choice.
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Noteworthy 211 Oklahoma Launches New Website Whether you’re seeking a life-saving link in a crisis, need a trusted source of information after a disaster or have a family member who needs ongoing community support and assistance, 211 Oklahoma’s new website puts these services within easy reach. The intuitive search engine is location-aware and identifies the approximate location of your computer or mobile device to show agencies or resources close to the user. Visit the new and improved website at www.211ok.org. The website was made possible by a partnership between Asemio and 501tech with funding from the Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation. The search engine includes 10,000 services in Oklahoma, including crisis services, housing, food, clothing, health, dental, employment and more. With a single click, users can call the agency identified by the search, visit a program’s website or get directions. Interactive maps help users find services and programs most convenient for them. A Spanish translation feature makes the program more accessible to Spanish-speaking users. 211 Oklahoma is a statewide program of the Community Service Council in Tulsa and Heartline Inc. in Oklahoma City. You can also access 211 Oklahoma assistance by dialing 2-1-1 or texting “211OK” to 898-211.
Tulsa Town Hall Announces 2017 – 2018 Season Tulsa Town Hall recently announced their 83rd season, which is packed with bigname speakers who are sure to inspire audiences. Highlights include Mark Kelly, a highlydecorated American astronaut who recently spent a historic year in space; Dr. Bennet Omalu, the first doctor to diagnose chronic brain damage in NFL athletes; and Laura Linney, an award-winning actress and advocate for arts in education and cancer research. Here is the full speaker lineup: September 15, 2017: Mark Kelly – “To Infinity and Beyond” October 27, 2017: Dr. Bennet Omalu – “Don’t Break the Rules; Change the Game” February 2, 2018: Laura Linney – “Infusing Creativity Into All Aspects of Our Lives” March 23, 2018: Rudy Maxa – “The Eight Most Common Mistake Travelers Make” April 13, 2018: Piper Kerman – “The RealLife Story of Orange is the New Black” 34
Events to Inspire, Educate and Motivate!
Tulsa Town Hall’s mission is to open minds, stir curiosities and inspire imaginations. For 83 years, it has been bringing intriguing speakers to Tulsa for thought-provoking speeches, often before sold-out crowds in the Performing Arts Center’s Chapman Music Hall, 110 E. 2nd St., Tulsa. Tickets are sold for the entire season only and cost $100 for the five-speaker series. In addition, luncheon tickets, which include a question and answer session with the speaker, may be purchased for an additional $25 each. The luncheon is typically held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Tickets are available at (918) 749-5965 or www.tulsatownhall.com.
an artist puts into creating texture and adding dimension to their work. The public is invited to the free opening reception for Please Touch the Art on Friday, June 2, from 5 to 9 p.m. It will be held at the McKeon Center for Creativity, 910 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa. The exhibition runs through June 30. Call (918) 595-7339 for hours before visiting.
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Nature’s Grand Adventure: Birding Blitz Grandparents and grandkids can rediscover nature in a way that unites oldschool exploration and today’s technology. The Tulsa Zoo invites grandparents and grandkids to share the wonder of nature this May in "Nature’s Grand Adventure: Birding Blitz." There will be lots of opportunities for hands-on learning, as well as choosing which path the journey will take next as participants learn about our avian friends. This program is a three-part series taking place on Sundays, May 7, 14 and 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. To be eligible, grandchildren must be between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. The cost for all three classes is $30 for Tulsa Zoo Friends members or $40 for non-members for a grandparent/grandchild team. For more information or to register, visit www.tulsazoo.org/classes or email education@tulsazoo.org. The Tulsa Zoo is located in Mohawk Park at 6421 E. 36th St. N, Tulsa.
Please Touch the Art A uniquely inviting art exhibition will soon open at the McKeon Center for Creativity. “Please Touch the Art” was created to make art more accessible, especially for visitors who have a visual impairment. Even for those who see clearly, the opportunity to experience art by touch can be different and fun. It can also provide insight and appreciation into the painstaking work
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Imagine your ideal neighborhood. What would you retain from your current living arrangement? What would you borrow from the past … or the future? Cohousing communities are planned residential communities where the residents who will live in the community provide input into creating their ideal community. Residents maintain their autonomy and independence with individual houses, but the residents share a common community center where all of the residents can gather to share meals, celebrate holidays, enjoy hobbies and engage in casual conversation. In some respects, the idea is reminiscent of the past when neighbors knew and looked out for each other, but in others, it is totally modern and takes advantage of the latest technology and amenities. Each cohousing community is unique, intentional and collaborative. On Friday, May 5, nationally acclaimed cohousing architects Katie McCamant and Chuck Durrett will present “Introduction to Cohousing,” at Youth Services of Tulsa, 311 S. Madison Ave. Over the past 25 years, McCamant and Durrett have designed more than 50 cohousing communities in the United States and Canada. During their visit and presentation in Tulsa, they will discuss how cohousing communities could be created in the Tulsa area. The presentation begins at 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. The program is free, but a $10 donation is suggested. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling (539) 302-9882, emailing greencountrycohousing@gmail.com or by registering on the Tulsa Senior Cohousing Facebook page. www.LIFEseniorservices.org
DOLLARS & SENSE
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Perception Versus Reality According to a 2012 study by the PEW Charitable Trusts, over 12 million Americans use payday loans annually. The payday lending industry argues that it is providing a muchneeded service to people – loaning cash during a temporary financial crises, allowing borrowers to avoid repossession, eviction, collection agencies or similar one-time events. But the facts paint a very different picture. The majority of borrowers use the loans to cover recurring living expenses such as utilities, credit card bills, rent or mortgage payments and food. While the average loan amount of $375 might seem small and the average loan fee of $55 affordable, most borrowers are unable to pay the loan off on time. Instead, they extend the loan – on average another eight times – accumulating more interest, more fees and ever-mounting debt in the process. What started as a $375 loan can end up costing the borrower over $520 in fees and interest.
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Payday Lending in Oklahoma With 75 payday lending storefronts in Tulsa County alone, these loans have a significant impact on the state, the city and its residents. “I’m surprised by the magnitude of it,” says Luisa Krug, a chronic disease epidemiologist for the Tulsa Health Department. Krug is the author of a 2016 Health Impact Assessment, "Payday Lending in Tulsa County." “About 13 percent of Oklahomans reported that they used a payday loan in the last five years. It’s one of the highest percentages in the country,” Krug notes. “The average Oklahoman who uses payday lending takes a loan out almost nine times a year.” emographics of D Payday Lending Krug’s research suggests that these lenders tend to target more vulnerable populations. Frequently, the businesses are located in lower income neighborhoods, often where the population, in general, is less educated. “I don’t want to say that one is the reason for the other, necessarily, but it is pretty obvious that these are concentrated in areas of poorer economic status, which we know contributes to poor health status,” Krug comments. “They certainly go hand in hand.” Health Impact While it’s easy to understand the potentially disastrous consequences of these loans on a typical borrower’s financial health, there can be negative physical and mental health implications, as well. According to a 2016 study by the World Health Organization, payday loans can contribute to health inequalities by decreasing income, increasing poverty and increasing the gap between the rich and the poor – all factors that are some of the most important determinants of health and wellbeing. “Income is one of the top indicators of
what someone’s health outcome is going to be.” Krug explains. “Chronic debt can lead to chronic stress and chronic health conditions.” According to Krug, having a lower income often dictates where you live, which can impact your health. “Lower income neighborhoods are often less safe, which can lead to stress and affect your ability to meet daily needs such as being able to go to the doctor or go to the grocery store to buy healthy food options,” Krug says. Alternatives to Payday Loans While it would likely be difficult, and perhaps impractical, to completely eliminate payday lending in Oklahoma, Krug thinks more regulation to lower or limit interest rates would be a step in the right direction. “I understand that it’s hard to go from having these loans to not having them, but there would be some positive health impacts from lowering the interest rates,” she notes. “The loans can still be profitable for the lenders without having the same type of high interest rate currently allowed. Some states have made these rates lower while still allowing the loans.” One other important component is consumer education, or lack thereof. Many borrowers think the loan only costs $55 (the average cost of the loan fee), when in fact these loans, on average, end up costing over $500 by the time they have been renewed multiple times. While the lure of quick, easy cash is hard to resist, as the old sayings goes, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. If you’re contemplating a payday loan, make sure you fully understand the risks and the costs before you borrow. For a complete copy of Krug’s Payday Lending report, visit www.tulsa-health.org. by Julie Wenger Watson
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THE DINNER BELLE
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couldn’t seem to decide on just one. The housefried crispy potato chips were tasty and came with Ranch and Sriracha Ranch ($3.95) for dipping. The Fried Green Tomato Southern Slide ($6.95) with pimento cheese, bacon and more Sriracha Ranch was definitely our favorite. While we didn’t try the Unbelievable Fried Chicken Deviled Eggs ($5.95), I highly suspect putting fried chicken on a deviled egg only improves the flavor. If you haven’t picked up on the theme already, Bread and Butter is Southern with a twist. They boast delicious fried chicken, and rightfully so, but also fresh ingredients, lively cheeses and handcrafted sauces that put a modern spin on Southern cuisine. While we snacked on appetizers, our outstanding server brought us a cutting board adorned with brioche bread and cinnamon butter – again, homemade by the chef. It’s the same bread they use in their salad croutons, and it is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Snacking on the delicious appetizers, we took our time reviewing the menu. I noticed that they offer a sandwich and soup/salad lunch special ($7.95) everyday – not just on weekdays. The ample salad list had meat add-on options, including salmon. The entrees, from meatloaf to a veggie burger, spanned everything from hearty to light – all reasonably priced. Since I planned on sampling every course, I went with the B&B Chicken Salad ($9.95) – chicken tossed in mayo and sour cream with lemon juice, black grapes, almonds and red onion – all over fresh greens. It was fresh and delicious. Jess, on the other hand, went heartier with a Grown Up Grilled Cheese ($7.95) and tomato bisque with brioche croutons ($2.95). The
The Royal Lavender
mixture of gooey cheeses – provolone, American, pepperjack and parmesan – certainly elevated the sandwich. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can add bacon, avocado or fried green tomatoes for an extra $2. The soup was silky and creamy – perfect for dunking the grilled cheese. Other entrees that come recommended include the turkey melt ($8.95) – turkey, smoked provolone, tomatoes and garlic aioli – and the Kicked Up Sloppy Joe ($9.95), which boasts smoked, chopped sirloin and crispy onion straws. At long last, it came time for dessert. My favorite color is purple, so when I walked in the door, I immediately spied a beautiful cream layer cake with purple icing. The tantalizing dessert made itself known to our table as The Royal Lavender ($4.95). I was warned: you either like it or you don’t. Luckily, I was the former. It tasted like sweet honey mixed with delightful floral notes. I have decided it will be my next birthday cake. We also tried the manager’s favorite: French silk pie ($5.95) – a new edition not even on the menu yet. I instantly had flashbacks to my childhood favorite, Tippin’s French Silk . Bread and Butter Bakery’s version, however, honored that memory then proceeded to dethrone that reigning champ. It was so rich and creamy with a crunch from the crust. After two decadent bites, I had to throw in the towel. The food is phenomenal – filling and reasonably priced. The owners paid attention to every detail, from lighting to perfect plating. For me, it was love at first sight and bite. by Kelsey Holder
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CALENDAR Festivals Events Tulsa Designer Showcase
Through May 21 • 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. $12 in advance • $15 at door 4457 S. Zunis Ave. • Tulsa www.tulsadesignershowcase.com Good Samaritan Health Services
Free primary health services for uninsured persons in Creek County May 3 & 17 • Free Arrive by 5 p.m. First Baptist Church Parking Lot 200 S. Elm St. • Sapulpa www.goodsamaritanhealth.org Garage Sale
May 4 • 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Free Heatheridge Assisted Living 2130 S. 85th E. Ave. • Tulsa (918) 622-9191 GermanFest
May 5 – 6 • 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. May 7 • Noon – 5 p.m. • Free GAST Center 1429 Terrace Dr. • Tulsa (918) 744-6997 Community BUNCO Bash
To submit a calendar item, contact Associate Editor Emily Fox at efox@LIFEseniorservices.org or (918) 664-9000. Korngold Violin Concerto
With soloist Chloe Trevor May 13 • 2 p.m. • Free Asbury United Methodist Church Chapel 6767 S. Mingo Rd. • Tulsa (214) 686-8742 Tulsa Symphony
Firebird featuring Tulsa Oratorio Chorus May 13 • 7:30 p.m. • $15 – $70 Tulsa Performing Arts Center 110 E. 2nd St. • Tulsa (918) 584-3645 Italian Festival
May 13 & 14 • Free Saturday • 9 a.m. – Dark Sunday • 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Southeast Expo Center 4500 W. Hwy. 270 • McAlester (918) 470-8958 • (918) 421-9403 www.themcalesteritalianfestival.org 2nd Saturday Silents
Her Sister from Paris (1925) May 13 • 11 a.m. • $5 Circle Cinema • 10 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 592-3456 www.circlecinema.com Tulsa International Mayfest
Ticket price includes dinner May 5 • 6 p.m. $10 in advance • $12 at door Broken Arrow Senior Center 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 259-8377 • www.baseniors.org
May 18 – 21 Thursday – Saturday • 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Sunday • 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. • Free Downtown Tulsa (918) 582-6435 www.tulsamayfest.org
Owasso Bouquet of Gardeners 13th Spring Garden Festival
Rose District Farmers Market
May 6 • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free Tyann Plaza 9541 N. Owasso Expwy. • Owasso (918) 206-0981 www.owassogardenclub.com Broken Arrow Rose Festival
May 6 • 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Free Rose District Farmers Market 418 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 630-7548 Bluegrass & Traditional Folk Music
May 11 • 2 p.m. • Free Heatheridge Assisted Living 2130 S. 85th E. Ave. • Tulsa (918) 622-9191
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Tuesdays • 4 – 7 p.m. • Free Saturdays • 7 a.m. – Noon • Free 418 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow Brookside Farmers' Market
Wednesdays • 7:30 – 11 a.m. • Free Whole Foods Brookside 1401 E. 41st St. (41st & Peoria) • Tulsa Cherry Street Farmer's Market
Saturdays • 7 – 11 a.m. • Free 1327 E. 15th (15th & Peoria) • Tulsa 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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Classes, Meetings Support Groups LIFE’s Caregiver Support Groups Seminars Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association Book Club
May 4 • 10 a.m. • Free 5400 South Apartments 4700 E. 54th St. • Tulsa (918) 496-9270 Drawing on Memories Art Explorations
For individuals with early-stage Alzheimer’s & their caregivers; presented with the Oklahoma Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association May 9 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free Gilcrease Museum 1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Rd. • Tulsa (800) 272-3900 • RSVP Tulsa Genealogical Society
May 15 • 6 p.m. • Free Hardesty Regional Library 8316 E. 93rd St. • Tulsa
Tulsa Metro Retired Educators
Travel information (member benefit) May 16 • 10 a.m. • Free Education Service Center 3027 S. New Haven • Tulsa (918) 747-5559 Caregiving 101
Basic training on vocabulary, community resources, living options, legal documents & strategies for support & self-care. May 25 • 10 – 11:30 a.m. • Free LIFE Senior Services 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa (918) 664-9000 Veteran's Breakfast
Veterans & spouses invited May 30 • 9 a.m. • Free Tapestry at Woodland Hills 7345 S. 99th E. Ave. • Tulsa (918) 893-6177 • RSVP LOUD for LIFE
Voice maintenance group for people with Parkinson’s disease or other conditions affecting the voice Tuesdays • Noon – 1 p.m. • $5 Swallowing & Neurological Rehabilitation, Inc. 2121 S. Columbia Ave. • Tulsa (918) 928-4700 • www.tulsasnr.com Percussion & Rhythm Class
Wednesdays • 1 p.m. • Free LIFE’s Senior Center at East Side 1427 S. Indianapolis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 744-6760
24/7 Helpline • (800) 272-3900 LIFE Senior Services • (918) 664-9000 Respite provided • Free LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Broken Arrow May 11 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free May 25 • 5:30 – 7 p.m. • Free 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Central May 4 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free May 18 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa LIFE’s Adult Day Health at North May 16 • 5 – 6 p.m. • Free 902 E. Pine St. • Tulsa Alzheimer’s Support Group Share & Care
May 3 • 4 – 5 p.m. • Free Heritage Point of Tulsa 9494 E. 101st St. S • Tulsa (918) 940-1800 • RSVP Tulsa Area Alzheimer’s Men’s Support Group
May 5 • 1:30 p.m. • Free University Village Conference Room 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 663-9144 Tulsa Hearing Helpers Support Group
“Looping” presented by Ana Covey from Assist2Hear May 11 • 10 – 11:30 a.m. • Free Total Source for Hearing-Loss and Access 8740 E. 11th St. • Tulsa (918) 832-8742 • www.tsha.cc Oklahoma Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
May 12 • 10 a.m. • Free Broken Arrow Senior Center 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 258-7033 or (918) 798-1495 Primary Progressive Aphasia Support Group
May 16 • 6 – 7 p.m. • Free Swallowing & Neurological Rehabilitation, Inc. 2121 S. Columbia Ave. • Tulsa (918) 928-4700 • www.tulsasnr.com Frontal Temporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group
May 20 • 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. • Free Maxwell Park Library 1313 N. Canton Ave. • Tulsa (918) 836-3777
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Swallowing Support Workshop
Informational workshop on swallowing disorders & treatment options May 23 • 6:30 p.m. • Free Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges, Classroom 815 S. Utica Ave. • Tulsa (918) 928-4700 • www.tulsasnr.com Buried in Treasures Workshop
15-session workshop for hoarding, clutter & disorganization; registration starts May 3 and ends May 17 Wednesdays • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free Brookside Library 1207 E. 45th Pl. • Tulsa (479) 524-5825 • RSVP
Dancing
Lake Keystone Square Dance Club
May 5 & 19 • 7:30 p.m. • $4 Sand Springs Church of God 401 N. Grant Ave. • Sand Springs (918) 740-5419 Melodies & Memories
May 20 • 2 – 4 p.m. • Free First Christian Church of Jenks 308 E. Main St. • Jenks (918) 299-7381 Round Up Boys Dance
Broken Arrow Senior Center Mondays • 6:30 p.m. • $5 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 607-3600 Clog Dancing Lessons
Presented by Turtle Creek Cloggers Mondays • 5:45 – 8:30 p.m. Thursdays • 6 – 8:30 p.m. LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa (918) 627-0067 Intermediate Line Dancing Group
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10 a.m. • Free University Village 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 298-3480 Senior Square Dancing & Line Dancing
Presented by Rushing Stars Square Dance Club Wednesdays • Free Workshop 12:30 p.m. • Dance 1 p.m. Centennial Center 1028 E. 6th St. • Tulsa (918) 363-8380 Parkinson’s Dance
Wednesdays • 2 – 3 p.m. • $5 Feel the Beat Dance 5970 E. 31st St., Ste. P • Tulsa (918) 747-3747 Saturday Night Dances
Live bands, large dance floor, nonsmoking Saturdays • 7:30 p.m. $6 members • $8 nonmembers Moose Lodge 862 11106 E. 7th St. • Tulsa (918) 437-8850
Fitness
Laughter Yoga Club
May 9 & 23 • 1 – 2 p.m. • Free LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa (918) 664-9000 Parkinson’s Swim
For individuals with Parkinson’s & their loved ones May 23 • 3 – 4 p.m. • Free Saint Simeon’s Wellness Center 3701 N. MLK Jr. Blvd. • Tulsa (918) 794-1945 • RSVP by May 19 Functional Movement
Tuesday & Thursday • 9 a.m. • $5 LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster 3500 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa (918) 749-2623 Exercise for Seniors
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. • 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 • Free Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Wednesdays & Fridays 11 a.m. – Noon • Free Fellowship Lutheran Church 6767 S. Sheridan Rd. • Tulsa (918) 492-3698 Tai Chi
Chuan Yang Form – Slow Set Mondays • 6 – 7 p.m. • First month free Tulsa Garden Center 2435 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa (918) 576-5155 Yoga with Lucy Weberling
Moderate Yoga • Mondays • 10 – 11:15 a.m. Seated Yoga • Mondays • 11:30 – Noon West Oak Village, Craft Room 1002 S. Fairfax Ave. • Skiatook (918) 633-8890 • Free Intermediate Tai Chi
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. • Free Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 Gentle Yoga
Designed to help arthritis, fibromyalgia & pain Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10 a.m. • $10 YogaQuest Studio 3325 E. 31st St. • Tulsa (918) 622-5454 Seated Yoga with Lucy Weberling
Wednesdays • 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Ramona Senior Center 4th St. & Cherokee Ave. • Ramona (918) 633-8890 • Free
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LIFE EDU Senior & Caregiver Community Education Food for Life The Food for Life program is meant to empower people who have diabetes or want to prevent/postpone diabetes by adopting a plant-based diet. Each class offers a cooking demo and samples of delicious, health-promoting dishes, along with a take-home packet of easy and affordable recipes. Saturdays, May 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 10 a.m. – Noon Cornerstone Village • 1045 N. Yale Ave. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000
Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) Six-part series designed for people with diabetes or their caregivers. Topics include risk factors, complications, nutrition, physical activity, use of a glucose meter, working with a diabetes care team and accessing community resources. Wednesdays, May 10, 17, 24 & 31 (through June 14) Two identical sessions to choose from: 10 a.m. – Noon • Cornerstone Village • 1045 N. Yale Ave. • Tulsa 2 – 4 p.m. • Heritage Landing • 3102 S. Apache St. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000
Find Your Volunteer Personality The right volunteer match can reduce stress, create friendships, build new skills and even advance your career. Volunteering keeps you engaged and active while giving back. Learn how to find your perfect match in a volunteer position. Wednesday, May 10 • 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. LaFortune Community Center • 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000
Basics of Medicare If you are newly eligible or soon to be eligible for Medicare, this seminar will explain what you need to know about Medicare’s different parts so you can make an informed decision about coverage options.
This seminar is intended for Medicare beneficiaries and closed to licensed Health Insurance Agents and anyone affiliated with a Health Maintenance Organization or other conflicts of interest.
Wednesday, May 17 • 10 a.m. – Noon LIFE Senior Services • 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • Reservations Requested • (918) 664-9000
Savvy Saving Seniors Participants will learn basic money management concepts for a fixed budget and discover the benefits of banking. Class also offers an overview of public benefits and how to access and retain them. Friday, May 26 • 10 – 11:30 a.m. Tulsa Health Department • 5635 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. • Tulsa Free • RSVP • (918) 664-9000
LIFE’S SENIOR CENTERS With two locations in midtown Tulsa, LIFE’s Senior Centers offer a variety of activities for adults age 50 and older. Membership is only $25 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
University Village resident Bob Balch was surprised and honored when he was presented with his lost WWII military medals, including a Bronze Star.
Dorothy Crump celebrated her 103rd birthday at Senior Star at Burgundy Place in February.
Saint Simeon’s residents had a great time on a recent outing to Gardner’s Bookstore and Señor Fajitas restaurant! Martha Myers, Anne Heisler and Anita Robards (a.k.a. The Three Amigos) enjoyed trying on sombreros.
“Lunch bunch” Jane Duncan, Nell Lenart, Barbara Heidler, Sally Crego and Giggie Hill enjoyed an outing at Celebrity Club restaurant.
Diane Powell, donor relations manager for the Alzheimer’s Association, and Jill Donovan, Rustic Cuff owner, pose for a photo during the third annual AWARE (Alliance of Women for Alzheimer’s Research and Education) luncheon at Southern Hills Country Club.
A group of ladies at Tapestry at Woodland Hills gather for their Color Me Calm coloring group.
Score! Residents at Heritage Point of Tulsa enjoyed a slightly competitive game of basketball.
Broken Arrow Senior Center members Harvey and Jane Swalley are winners at bridge and love! They’ve been married 57 years and recently won the Non-Life Master Sectional Bridge Tournament in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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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 Expedited Auto Repair, Midtown 918-949-9977 Expedited cares about our Seniors. We have created the 1st affordable car care solution, just for Seniors! We also have 2 different plans available, so drive with confidence, and when you need repairs or maintenance, see the guys you can trust! Expedited Auto Repair, 4802 E. 31st Tulsa, Ok 74135 (918) 949-9977. 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. Call Thomas Fink, owner/technician, for free estimate (918) 636-6303.
CEMETERY LOTS Cemetery Lots – Prices Reduced! Two lots available in Section 14. One lot available in Section 47. Asking price is $1,200 per lot. These prices are reduced from original price of $1,800 each! Call (918) 606-3137 for more information. Family Estate Available Last family estate available in Memorial Park. The estate contains 8 plots and is located along the creek-side in Memorial Park. The view is beautiful and the area is approved for a bench. Price is negotiable. Call Mr. Canaday at (918) 706-7455. Great Lots in Memorial Park! Two spaces in great location! Cemetery lots at Memorial Park Cemetery. Lot 60 section 50, spaces 1 & 2 on the East end. $3,000 total. Call James at (918) 583-7532. Lots Available in Owasso Lot 41, spaces 2 & 4 in Garden of Prayer section, located at Graceland Memorial Park in Owasso, OK. 70 square feet. - Total $1500 or best offer. Call (918) 272-5071. Must Sell – Memorial Park Spaces Four spaces available at Memorial Park in South Lawn Section 48 Lot 280. Value is $11,400 but selling at reduced price of $8,000 or best offer. Will sell one space for $2,000 (firm). Contact Paula (918) 740-2504. MemParkspaces2017@yahoo.com.
COMPUTER SERVICES Computer and Electronic Assistance Are you stuck and need Help with your computer or any electronic device. Price and Son Computer and Technology Services, LLC will be glad to assist you in your home. Call James or Jared at (918) 236-6010 or email us at office@pricestechhelp.com to schedule an appointment.
Does Technology Frustrate You? Honest, patient, ethical help with your pc, router, wifi, cell phone, email, streaming, camera, password recovery, etc. 27 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 Heatlh 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.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Hiring for Home Care Aides! Brighten your neighbor’s day by helping them stay safe in their home. We are looking for caring individuals to provide assistance to elderly/disabled clients. Tasks may include errands, light housekeeping, and personal care assistance. Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license,auto insurance and pass OSBI background check. Certified and Non-Certified positions! Apply Today!!www.oxford-healthcare.com or call: (918) 258-1111.
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. Estate Sales PLUS Tulsa’s largest and most experienced Estate Sales company with over 1,000 Estate Sales to our credit. Maximize the value of your estate…Let us organize, advertise and professionally manage your Estate Sale, Moving Sale, Downsizing and Appraisal. Bonded. Insured. Experienced. Accredited Member of the BBB awarded Best Customer Service. For more info go to www.estatesalesplus.com or email us at estatesalesplus@cox.net. Call for a free consultation at (918) 488-8853. Miss Lilly’s Estate Sale Services Miss Lilly’s Estate Sale Services specializes in Estate Liquidation, downsizing or moving sales. Our Estate appraiser has over 30 years of experience. If you are selling your home, we will work with your agent and bring potential buyers into your home.Contact Patti Lorimer at (918) 906-3539 for a FREE estate evaluation OR email misslilly’s@cox.net OR visit our website www.misslillysestatesales.com
FINANCIAL/INSURANCE Afford to Stay in Your Home Helping seniors afford to stay in their homes. Live more comfortably. Call Josh Callison, Evolve Bank & Trust Reverse Mortgage Advisor. O (844) 522-2030 ask for Josh or C (918) 855-7014 or email josh. callison@getevolved.com. NMLS#1518665
Free Consultation A Local Mutual of Omaha Insurance Agent is ready to help you with your insurance needs: Medicare Supplement, Cancer/Critical Illness, Life, Long Term Care and Final Expense Policies. Free quotes and consultation. Call Cindy Johnson at (918) 619-5919. 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. Medicare Supplements & Medicare Advantage Plans The Medicare Supplement Store is here to assist you with Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage, and Prescription Drug Plans offered through a variety of top-rated major carriers. Call Bob Archer today at (918) 814-5550 for free information. Let me guide you through the outstanding Medicare Plan options that are available to you.
GARDENING/LAWN SERVICES Aardwolf Leaf & Lawn Care Mowing, weed eating, edging, hedge trimming, garden tilling, gutter cleaning and lawn clean-up. Free Estimates! Call Patrick Mills. (918) 814-0973. A Caring Hand – Tulsa Lawn Service Complete lawn care. Family-owned since 1970. Includes mowing, trimming, edging. Dependable service and fair prices. In addition, we offer handyman services. Call for a free estimate. (918) 806-2482. A Complete Yard Mowing, edging, weed eating, garden tilling, gutter repairs and cleaning, light hauling, hedges trimmed. Guaranteed at a fair price. Veteran owned. Available for Broken Arrow and Coweta areas. Call (918) 697-4321. A New Season Lawn Care & Landscape Now accepting new customers for 2017. Time for Spring Clean-Up! Mowing, trimming, leaf and small debris removal, shrub planting, leaf mulching, flower beds. Small tree trimming. Will haul off light and large debris. We offer weekly, bi-weekly & year round services for the manicured look. Best rates, senior discounts. Free Estimates. Call Todd (918) 639-2262. Dirk’s Good Ground Service Get your flower beds ready for the coming season. Dirk will layout and plant your flowers to make your landscaping beautiful with a customized look. Hourly charge, work done in timely manner. References available. Call (918) 889-0557 or (918) 404-6322. Green Hibiscus Lawn & Garden Services Scheduled lawn mowing/Sod installation, aerating, over seeding/ Garden bed installation and maintenance/Hedge & Shrub trimming/Tree pruning & removal/Leaves clean up/Hauling green debris. Call Charles (918) 636-0298. Free Quote. 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. Lawns & More Total lawn care. Leaf removal. Lawn Mowing. Specialist in fence/property line lawn clean-up. Stump grinding and small tree work. Dedicated to making your lawn look its best. Insured, honest, experienced and dependable. Veteran-owned. We are a small company with personal service. References available. FREE ESTIMATES. Call Larry. (918) 361-1299. 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-OK Plumbing A-OK Plumbing is now offering handyman services. No job too big or too small. Free estimates. We work by the job or hourly. 10% off to all first time customers. Relax, everyone’s welcome. Sit back and give us a call. Special senior rates offered. (918) 810-0397. 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.” 16th year serving Tulsa seniors. “One call can do it all.” 10% senior discount. Insured. All work guaranteed in writing. No pay until job is completed. Plumbing, drain cleaning, grab bars, electrical, carpentry, painting, seamless guttering installation/ repair/cleaning. 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. A Local Handyman Seeks Work Almost anything that you want done, we will do. Maybe: You don’t know how? You’re too tired to do it? It’s too dirty? You just don’t have time? Matthew (918) 609-3216 or Christi (918) 516-8401. 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.
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CLASSIFIEDS 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. Contracting for Seniors by Van Repairs, painting, remodeling, some plumbing and electrical, small jobs. Special needs: grab bars, ramps, hand rails, door alterations to accommodate wheelchairs, handicap fixtures. Working with individuals, families, seniors, businesses since 1987. We function with integrity, with special concerns for seniors. Free estimates, insured. (918) 636-6849. Dave’s Heat and Air, Inc. Licensed, insured, and bonded. Honest and reliable service for over 30 years. Competitive rates. Specializing in heating and air conditioning service and repair. All makes and models. Residential and light commercial. Tulsa metro area. Family-owned and operated. (918) 437-8101. Freedom Electrical Services Do you need outlets, ceiling fans or lights hung? Freedom Electrical Services provides quality workmanship. For all your electrical needs, call (918) 216-1846. 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. House Painting Interior rooms starting at $100 each. Call Matthew at (918) 609-3216. 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.
HOUSE CLEANING Housekeeper Available Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly. Thorough and Honest. Integrity at work yesterday, today and tomorrow. 15 years experience. Adjustable fee according to situation. References Available. Call (918) 282-1617. Murmaids Cleaning Service Free estimates. $25.00 off your first clean with weekly or bi-weekly commitment. Free Deep Clean every 6 months. Bonded and Insured. We appreciate the chance to show our Competitive Prices and Exceptional Service. Ask about our Existing Customer Appreciation Discounts. Call (918) 370-5918.
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
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MOVERS Movers – Laborers Franks Tulsa Movers. Careful, efficient movers. Also, will do miscellaneous work. Low rates! Free estimates! Check us out at the BBB – A+ Rating. Please call (918) 592-1936 or (918) 734-2181.
OIL AND GAS Mineral, Oil/Gas Interests Want to purchase minerals and oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO, 80201
PERSONAL ASSISTANCE AAA+ Personal Assistant/Caregiver Certified-CPR-FEMA Trained. Established family 70 years in Tulsa. References. Mature and Dependable. Call Carol (918) 430-6448. Bobbi and Bob’s Personal & Business Assistance Handling secreterial and administrative tasks, running errands, grocery/personal shopping, taking to beauty shop, taking to medical appointments, waiting for deliveries or repair services, organizing home/office, house checking, coordinating healthcare/medical insurance paperwork. Call Bobbi Warshaw, or Bob Warshaw, at (918) 747-3807. Website: www.errands-to-go.com, Email: bobbi.warshaw@att.net. Experienced Non-Medical Caregiver AVAILABLE, EXPERIENCED personal assistant/private duty mature Care Giver NonMedical in greater Tulsa area. I can assist with your daily routines, shopping, appointments, errands, entertainment, special events, traveling, etc. Will hospital sit. Prefer non-smoking environment and day shifts. Great references. Thank you. Nancy @ Cell (615) 613-2095 Financial Organizer Are you overwhelmed handling monthly finances (paying bills, balancing your checkbook, organization) for yourself or a loved one? I can help! I create customized systems that fit your needs, either for set up only or ongoing monthly. Call me to discuss the options available. Essential Strategy Consulting, LLC. Gwen Stevens (918) 557-5259. Good Help is Here! Shopping, cooking, kitchen/pantry/closet organization provided as well as information on improved nutrition. Smart phone & computer use, bill payment & issue resolution available. Do you need a driver, ready to take that trip? I’m honest, hard-working and would like to help you remain independent! Call Rachel (918) 845-6362.
PERSONAL SAFETY EARS Emergency Alert Response Systems. Enjoy living at home while we listen for your safety with our quality personal medical alarm and monitoring service. Affordable with no long-term commitment. Locally owned and operated (918) 298-0500 or toll-free (877) 885-3277. HALO Medical Alarms HALO provides emergency response throughout Oklahoma with an office inTulsa. Let a HALO medical alarm provide you with the confidence and security to live independently in your own home, where you are most comfortable. Call (918) 392-0566 or (877) 747-HALO (4256). www.halomedicalalarms.com
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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. In-shop special: Haircut $7 for first time customers in shop ONLY. Perms are $45 and up. Tuesday through Saturday. Near 11th and Yale at 937 South Canton Ave. (918) 834-2686. Darlene’s Salon Services Hair care for men and women, specializing in senior clients. Wet sets, blow drying, back combing, perms, colors, and cuts. Manicures and pedicures available. This month’s special: haircut OR shampoo and set for $14. First time clients only with this ad. Come see us at Highland Plaza, 5661 E. 41st St. (Corner of 41st and Hudson). (918) 742-3440. Detlef’s Master American European Hair Design Established 1964. Precision cuts, color corrections, perms by design from sensible to sensational. Former owner of Elizabeth Arden Red Door Miss Jackson’s Salon and Coiffures Continental Salon. Catering to classy and mature styles for ladies and gentlemen. Monday – Saturday. Shop is wheelchair accessible. Call (918) 663-8779. 4833 South Sheridan, Suite 405A in Fountain Plaza. By appointment only. In-Home Beauty Services of Tulsa We provide beauty services to our clients who are unable to leave their home, disabled, hospice care or independent living. We offer full beauty service for men and women in Tulsa and surrounding areas. Our services include: shampoo & sets, haircuts, perms, manicures. pedicures. Licensed and Insured.Visit our website www.inhomebeautyservicesoftulsa. com. Call (918) 630-6274.
PET CARE Home Veterinary Care Experience Tulsa’s most convenient veterinary service in the comfort of your own home. Our goal is to develop a personal relationship with each of our clients and patients. Contact us today to schedule your house call appointment. Call (918) 892-9382 or email DrFielstra@gmail.com or visit us at www.homevetcaretulsa.com.
REAL ESTATE Hire 1 Realtor Get 3! Why use one realtor when you can get an entire team? Contact Brent Roylance - 40 years of diligent, ethical focus on customer service with 25+ years in Tulsa area. Let him and team assist in your real estate plans of investing, up/downsizing, or selling your home. (918) 906-5912 or broylance.homes@gmail.com
SOCIAL/SUPPORT GROUP SERTOMA S.H.O.P. BINGO Thursday- Friday- Saturday nights. Located at 222 S. Memorial Dr. Mini's @ 5:30 P.M. Session @ 7:30 P.M. Buy in $65.00 Session $20.00/before 6 P.M. $25.00 after 6 P.M. sertomashop.com. (918) 835-7467. Single Seniors (60+) Are you over 60, single, divorced or widowed? We are a fun loving group of single seniors over 60. We meet every Wednesday,11:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Buffet Palace, 10934 East 21st Street. Continued
We eat at 11:15 have a short meeting and then play cards. Join us for great fun and fellowship. Questions, call Jerry at (918) 838-3718 or Beverly at (918) 272-1049. Tunes@Tapestry 2017 Free Event Series Every 1st & 3rd Thursday May-Sept 5:30 PM Musical Entertainment, Food, Drinks, Friends & Fun! RSVP (918) 893-6177. May 4th & 18th come join us for some Jazz and some Cuban Musical Stylings poolside on the veranda at Tapestry Woodland Hills 5:30PM. Presented by TulsaJazz.com. 7345 S. 99th E. Ave. Good Music, Good Food, Great Times 55+. Check our website events Tap for upcoming events! www.TapesryTulsa.com
TRANSPORTATION Call Patricia! Need a go-fer to run errands, take you to an appointment or grocery shopping? Need someone to take you to hair appointments, the pharmacy, make deliveries? Need someone to stay with you during an outpatient medical procedure? Also, available as a driver/companion for traveling; rates negotiable. Call Patricia! (918) 437-3456 or (918) 855-2302. HealthRide Transportation Services HealthRide Transportation Services can take you where you need to go. Let us take you in a wheelchair accessible van to Dr. Appointments, Church Events or anywhere you desire. HealthRide provides wheelchair transportation for Tulsa and surrounding communities. Better service at a lower cost. Call: (918) 404-0038 Website: Healthridetulsa.org Email: healthride1@gmail.com. My Driver Transportation Service Let me do the driving. To and from work, airport, shopping, errands, post office, appointments. Also, LIFT VAN transportation available. Able to assist getting to and from bed. Senior sitting. Also, small breed dog boarding. 20 years experience. CLEET certified and licensed. References. Member, Better Business Bureau. (918) 491-9929. Travel Made Easy Motor home with lift and driver available for short in-state or long out-of-state trips. Seats 6 comfortably. Cross country patient transfer or sightseeing. Also available for rent: powerchair for shopping, hospital visits, etc. Member, Better Business Bureau. (918) 491-9929.
TOURS FREE TRAVEL RECEPTION - MAY 9 A wine and cheese travel reception at Tapestry at Woodland Hills. We will present our entire 2017 travel program with day trips departing monthly and longer journeys to Kansas City, Nashville, Charleston, New York and Branson on the schedule. Meet other active seniors wanting to travel. Door prizes and several trips will be given away. Don't miss this special travel presentation! RSVP to David Forbes at (918) 494-0649 or email david@thetravelgroup.biz. No walk-ins. DANUBE RIVER CRUISE RECEPTION - JUN 7 (5 PM) A wine and cheese reception at Tapestry at Woodland Hills. AMA Waterways will present a fascinating program on its European River Cruises, highlighting the Danube. Door prizes and several trips will be given away. Don't miss this Continued
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES DONATE. SHOP. VOLUNTEER. Sophisticated Seconds – an upscale resale store – has room for more helping hands! Volunteers are needed to cashier, to sort and prep donations, and to provide friendly customer service to our guests. All proceeds benefit Hospice of Green Country. To get involved, contact Colleen at (918) 313-5328, chelms@hospiceofgreencountry.org or stop by at 4016 S. Yale Avenue. LOOKING FOR VETERANS TO VOLUNTEER Millennium Hospice is looking for a few good men (or women) veterans who would be willing to give of their time to visit with our hospice patients who would like to talk about their military experiences. Training is provided. Contact Denise Randall (918) 493-6555. Participants Needed For Study The Aging in Place Study at OU could use your assistance in a focus group. Has it been suggested to you that you use services specifically for seniors? Are you able to attend a group meeting for two hours? Participants chosen will be compensated for their time and travel. Transportation available. Must live in Tulsa County and be 65 or older.Call Sam Kirzner at (918) 619-4754.
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In appreciation of contributions to LIFE Senior Services received in March 2017. 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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STROUD WINE FESTIVAL - Jun 10 Deluxe motorcoach from Tulsa, including wine tastings from different area wineries; live music; car show; arts and crafts. Fun lunch at Joseph's Fine Foods in Drumright and wine tasting at Tidewater winery. $66 (918) 494-0649 or email david@thetravelgroup.biz. Or register online at www.thetravelgroup.biz KANSAS CITY FLING - Jul 11-13 Round-trip deluxe motorcoach from Sapulpa and Tulsa; 2 nights at the Holiday Inn at Country Club Plaza; Dinner Theater with "Million Dollar Quartet"; Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City; NelsonAtkins Museum of Art; National WWI Memorial and Museum plus visit to Independence to the Harry Truman Library. 2 breakfasts; 2 lunches; 2 dinners. $497. Call (918) 494-0649 or email david@thetravelgroup.biz.
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KEY FOR VOLUNTEER PERSONALITY QUIZ If you answered: Mostly A’s: Your volunteer style is Active/ Hands-on You might enjoy coaching, environmental restoration and preservation, building or repairing homes, planting a community garden, etc.
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About LIFE Senior Services
LIFE Senior Services is a recognized leader in aging services and an acknowledged voice on aging issues and is proud to be a nonprofit United Way organization. If you would like to make a donation in support of LIFE Senior Services, please mail your contribution to: LIFE Senior Services 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa, OK 74135-5114 Make your donation securely online: www.LIFEseniorservices.org
Mostly B’s: Your volunteer style is Social Helper You might enjoy working with seniors or children, packaging food at a food bank, serving food to the homeless, etc. Mostly C’s: Your volunteer style is Artistic/Creative You might enjoy arts and crafts with kids, photography, reading to children, helping adults and children learn to read, etc. Mostly D’s: Your volunteer style is Technical/Assistance You might enjoy working on data entry, editing, administrative office tasks, etc.
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Anonymous Karen R. Albert Judy L. Angell Anonymous Vicki G. Barnett Jane D. Brechin Robert and Ann Caruso Gary and Yolanda Crooms Harry Ells Manuella R. Glore Billie Gray Bob and Peggy Grotts Lewis and Wanda Henderson INCOG Area Agency on Aging Clifford Kappedahl John E. Kauth Margaret F. Lowe Jimmy D. McGuire Janet Miller Eve B. O'Kelley Eric M. Olson ONE Gas Mary M. Owens Marion Parks Sharon Peck Roy F. Reid Bobby D. Sayre David and Sarah Schumacher Church of St. Mary Curtis L. Ware Warren C. Whitsel
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