Central Oklahoma - Vintage Guide to Housing & Services - 2025

CENTRAL OKLAHOMA’S MOST COMPREHENSIVE

SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE

HOUSING

SERVICES

COMMUNITY AND CAREGIVING RESOURCES

LIFE Senior Services, Inc.

Publisher

Kelly Kirchhoff

Communications Director

Dee Duren

Managing Editor

Alyssa Dillard

Editor

Bernie Dornblaser

Advertising Director

Leah Weigle

Graphic Designer

Contributing Editors

Julie Alexander

Samantha Blue

Carol Carter

Kathy Jones

Cheryl Doyle

Donna Mancini, MSW

LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services is published annually by LIFE Senior Services, Inc., the leader in nonprofit services for seniors and their families since 1973. The information in this publication was provided by each listed organization. Reasonable care was taken to ensure accuracy and relevance, and it is accurate, to the best of our knowledge, as of January 2025. The listings of businesses in LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services are free. While we strive for accuracy, the gathering and editing of information may occasionally result in errors in any listing. Neither LIFE Senior Services, LIFE’s Vintage Guide, nor LIFE’s Vintage Magazine are responsible for any unintentional errors in a listing, and such errors will not give rights to any recourse against any such entity. Inclusion in this publication implies no guarantee that all information is currently correct. Exclusion of any major resource for older adults was accidental. To submit a service for inclusion in future editions of LIFE’s Vintage Guide, call (866) 664-9009 or email okceditor@LIFEseniorservices.org. Inclusion of a service does not imply an endorsement of the provider or its services or products on the part of LIFE Senior Services, Inc., its employees, volunteers, or funding agencies or sources.

©2025 LIFE Senior Services, Inc.

All rights reserved.

When It’s Time to Consider LONG-TERM CARE

LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services is designed to give older adults and their caregivers tools to navigate housing options that best fit their individual needs.

As we age, the desire to live independently may conflict with the need to live safely with necessary support. Everyone’s situation is different, but if you have picked up LIFE’s Vintage Guide, chances are you are considering housing options for yourself or a loved one.

Here are some considerations that can help caregivers and older adults know when it may be time to consider a move to a long-term care setting.

The person needing care has physical limitations that exceed the available care. The physical limitations of the person needing care must be strongly considered. Can they safely take care of their daily needs? Can they use the kitchen safely to prepare meals? Can they shower or bathe with minimal support? Can they climb stairs if needed? Can they safely get to the bathroom at night? Are they able to access medical help if needed?

Caregivers have physical limitations.

What are the physical limitations of the person or persons providing care to the older adult? At some point, the physical demands of care — including lifting, repositioning, and assisting with daily activities like bathing and toileting — may put both the person needing care and the caregiver at risk.

The person needing care has cognitive limitations. In the early stages of dementia, individuals can often still manage daily life with minimal assistance; but as dementia progresses, safety issues may make a move necessary. There may be an increased risk of fire, falls, wandering, paranoia, or delusional thinking that puts the individual at greater risk of injury, self-neglect, or becoming a victim of abuse.

The caregiver experiences burnout.

The mental and emotional burdens of caregiving can be challenging, depending on the level of care needed. The ongoing demands can take a toll on the person providing care, even increasing their health issues. This may greatly impact the person receiving care. There is no guilt or shame in saying, “This is too much, and I need help.”

LIFE Senior Services Can Help.

Long-term care is not the only alternative for support, and LIFE’s Vintage Guide includes articles about some of the programs and services that may help with maintaining independent

living. If you decide the home environment is no longer the best care environment for you or a loved one, LIFE’s Vintage Guide can help you research available options.

LIFE Senior Services also offers caregiver support and has a team of aging services specialists who can answer your questions.

Call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (866) 664-9009 for assistance navigating aging issues and services.

Long-Term Care BASICS

Use the checklists on pages 29 – 34 to make notes as you visit long-term care options in your area.

Independent Senior Housing

Independent living (IL) communities range from apartment complexes that offer senior-friendly amenities to senior-only facilities that may provide meals, activities, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation. Seniors living in these communities are expected to care for themselves. Costs vary with the services provided. Some subsidized housing options are available for lower-income seniors, but waiting lists can be long.

Assisted Living Communities

Most assisted living (AL) communities are similar to an apartment complex but offer supportive services such as medication management, meals, housekeeping, linen, and transportation services. Assisted living is primarily private pay — and for most folks, the price tag may be daunting. Most AL communities take long-term care (LTC) insurance. For lower-income seniors, a small number of ALs are beginning to accept the ADvantage Medicaid Waiver (see page 20), though you should expect a waiting list. Veterans may be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit which could help with the cost of AL. See page 15 for more information about Aid and Attendance.

Some AL facilities have a memory care unit for those with cognitive impairment. Those units generally have locked entrances and exits, a higher level of care, higher staff-to-resident ratios, and increased training for staff in dementia care and communication. Find out what memory care means at each facility you visit — they are not all the same.

Nursing Facilities

A nursing facility provides 24-hour care and services, including a registered nurse on staff and in the building. Certified nursing aids will provide most of the care, however. Nursing facility services include medication management, meals, housekeeping, and laundry. Some provide limited transportation. Nursing homes may provide memory care and shortterm rehabilitation, otherwise known as skilled nursing care.

Nursing facilities are costlier than ALs, but many accept Medicaid and some have contracts with the Veteran’s Administration. Nearly all take LTC insurance. It’s strongly recommended that you visit these facilities before choosing one. The Five-Star Quality Rating System at medicare.gov/care-compare was created to help older adults and their care partners make more informed decisions about long-term care. Nursing facilities are rated using health inspection results, staffing data, and other quality measures.

Continuing Care Communities

Continuing care communities allow an older adult the option to age in place at one central location that offers some or all of the above categories of care — from independent living through levels of assisted living to nursing facility care. These communities may have a significant upfront cost to ensure placement at the same locations as needs change. Some of that buyin payment should be recoverable by the resident’s heirs.

Nursing Facility Care

A nursing facility is a home that provides meals, healthcare services, personal care, recreation, and other services for seniors and adults with disabilities who need ongoing nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living like bathing, meal preparation, housework, mobility, dressing, and toileting. The following information can help you make the best choice for yourself or a loved one.

Beginning Your Search for Nursing Facility Care

Talk with your loved one who will be living in the nursing facility to learn their preferences. Include them as much as possible in the conversation and decision-making process.

Ask family members for help in finding and selecting a community. Sharing the process with other family members can reduce stress and increase everyone’s comfort with the final decision.

Ask people you trust like your family, friends, neighbors, or clergy for recommendations if they have had personal experience with nursing facilities.

Ask your loved one’s doctor if they provide care at local nursing facilities. If so, you might consider those locations so your loved one doesn’t have to change doctors.

Narrow your options down to three to six places to visit in person. If possible, take another family member or friend with you and use the Nursing Facility Checklist on page 33 to help you remember which questions to ask and to use later for comparison. As much as possible, include the person who will live in the nursing facility. Talk casually with the staff (especially the nursing assistants, as they provide direct care), residents, and their family members if you can. Ask to see the facility’s inspection notice from the State Health Department. This information is public record. For a more detailed checklist, visit medicare.gov/care-compare.

Visit medicare.gov/care-compare to find ratings for Medicare-certified nursing facilities. The website contains helpful resources including health and safety inspection reports, quality of care information, staffing levels, and nursing homes cited for abuse. Five-star nursing care ratings are taken from health inspection results, staffing data, and quality measures. Remember, you can always choose to move your loved one to another community if necessary. Although moving is difficult, an extra move may be better than staying at a facility that isn’t right for your loved one.

Nursing Facility Care May Not Be Your Only Option

In our area, two possible programs can help people with minimal income and assets who need a higher level of care remain at home to age in place. The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and the ADvantage Medicaid Waiver Program provide services including adult day healthcare, case management, assistive technology, personal emergency response systems, and other assistance that can help care recipients age in place at home. For more information, see Helping Seniors Remain at Home With PACE on page 19 and Advantage Program 101 on page 20.

Paying for Nursing Facility Care

Most people know nursing home care is expensive, but few realize how quickly the costs can deplete your savings. On average, a year in an Oklahoma nursing facility can cost more than $82,125 for a private room and as much as $177,755 in other parts of the country. Payment options for nursing home care include:

Private

Pay: About one-third of nursing home residents pay for their care out of their personal income and savings. Due to the high cost of care, many people exhaust their personal resources after only a few months and must turn to Medicaid for assistance.

Long-Term Care Insurance: This premiumbased private insurance may help cover the cost of skilled nursing and other long-term care, depending on the terms of your policy.

Medicare: In certain situations, Medicare will pay for short-term rehabilitation nursing care after a hospitalization. Medicare does not pay for long-term care services or personal care such as help with bathing or general supervision.

Veterans Administration: Some veterans may be eligible for assistance with nursing home costs or care in their homes. For more information, contact the Veterans Administration at (800) 827-1000 or visit va.gov.

Medicaid: Medicaid may be available to help pay for necessary long-term care. To qualify, a person must need nursing home care and meet Medicaid’s income and resource guidelines as outlined below. Medicaid recipients are expected to use their income to pay a share of the cost of care minus the cost of health insurance premiums and $75 a month for personal care expenses.

Oklahoma Medicaid Qualifications

To qualify for Medicaid in a nursing facility, an Oklahoma resident must: Require nursing facility level of care; Have an individual monthly income equal to or less than $2,829. Individuals with a larger monthly income may still be eligible through the use of a Medicaid Income Pension Trust Fund. Contact your local Oklahoma Human Services office for more information about the trust; and Have countable resources less than $2,000.

Medicaid Spousal Impoverishment Guidelines

It’s important to note that the spouse of a nursing community resident is protected from impoverishment by federal law. The spousal impoverishment provisions help ensure that the spouse still residing at home will have the money to pay for living expenses.

Resource Eligibility for Married Couples

When a couple applies for Medicaid, an assessment is made of their resources or assets. The couple’s

resources, regardless of ownership, are combined as the couple’s “countable resources.”

Fortunately, some assets are not considered as countable resources. The couple’s home, household goods, and one automobile are typically not counted unless they are owned in trust. Countable assets include: checking and savings accounts; certificates of deposit; trusts; stocks; bonds; annuities; individual retirement accounts; mineral rights; assets stored in a safe deposit box; other real property, and certain life insurance and burial policies. Additionally, there are strict regulations that govern the gifting and transfer of assets to family members or others, and doing so can result in disqualification for Medicaid assistance.

Division of Assets Guidelines

Generally speaking, guidelines state that after the couple’s combined assets are counted, the assets are split equally between the spouses. The spouse needing care, also called the “institutionalized spouse,” is only allowed $2,000 in countable resources, and his or her half of the couple’s assets must be spent down to qualify for Medicaid benefits. The spouse not needing care, also called the “community spouse,” is allowed a maximum of $154,140 as a “Community Spouse Resource Allowance.” Assets over that amount are considered countable and will disqualify the spouse needing care from receiving Medicaid benefits until the assets are “spent down.” Consulting an attorney or specialist in Medicaid planning and qualification is strongly recommended as the financial application includes a five-year “lookback period.”

Spousal Income Protection

The income of each spouse is relevant for Medicaid qualification. Medicaid rules state that the community spouse can keep a portion of the institutionalized spouse’s income, up to $3,854 per month, depending on each person’s income and the cost of monthly health insurance premiums.

Qualification rules are complicated, and many families need help navigating the system. For more information on Medicaid coverage for nursing facility care or to complete an application, contact an OKDHS office or an elder law attorney. For a nursing facility evaluation checklist, see page 33.

LEGAL MATTERS AND OLDER ADULTS

Pre-planning ensures your affairs are handled as you desire if you can no longer make decisions on your own. Pre-planning allows you to distribute your estate and personal items as you wish. Here are explanations of some crucial planning documents.

ADVANCE DIRECTIVE FOR HEALTHCARE

The advance directive for healthcare, or living will, is a legal document that allows individuals aged 18 or older and of sound mind to inform physicians and others of their wishes to receive, decline, or withdraw life-sustaining medical care; appoint a healthcare proxy to make medical decisions when they are no longer able; and donate specified organs or the entire body for transplant or research. An advance directive is not the same as a “Do Not Resuscitate” (DNR). A DNR only indicates that you do not want CPR if you stop breathing or your heart stops beating. Oklahoma’s advance directive statute says that if you have an advance directive, your healthcare proxy can sign a DNR for you if appropriate.

The advance directive is only used if your physician and another doctor both determine you are no longer able to make medical decisions.

Once your advance directive is completed, copies should be given to your family, physician, attorney, healthcare proxy, and alternate healthcare proxy. It is also recommended that you keep a copy in your car and at home in case of a medical emergency. If you live in an assisted living facility or nursing home, a copy should be included in your resident file.

An Oklahoma advance directive for healthcare can be downloaded free at the Oklahoma Department of Health website, the Oklahoma Bar Association website, and legalaidok.org.

POWER OF ATTORNEY

A power of attorney (POA) gives another person authority to make decisions for you. Typically, a person names a trusted family member or friend as their agent to act on their behalf. It is recommended to have both a power of attorney for healthcare and a power of attorney for property (the agents can be the same for both documents or they can be different). Powers of attorney are only effective during your lifetime; after your death, your power of attorney is no longer effective.

The POA is an inexpensive alternative to a courtsupervised guardianship, which is necessary when a person becomes incapacitated without a POA. While there is a uniform statutory form for a power of attorney, it is strongly advised to consult an attorney to draft a POA.

If a person becomes incapacitated and doesn’t have a POA, the court will appoint a guardian — usually an adult child, spouse, sibling, or other relative of the individual (now known as the Ward); an attorney; life care management professional; bank or trust company — to take care of the person or their property.

WILL

A will is a legal document that states how you want your assets to be distributed after your death. When a person dies without a valid will, their property is distributed through probate as strictly outlined by state laws. When you plan ahead and create a valid will, you get to decide how your property will be distributed after you die.

A will that is entirely handwritten, dated, and signed in the creator’s handwriting and contains no typed or printed portion is valid in Oklahoma. It is highly recommended, however, that you have an attorney draft your will. You can file your will with your county court clerk for safekeeping.

Remember that a will has to be administered by a judge in probate court. If you want to avoid probate court you need to either have a trust or have beneficiaries named on all your assets.

BENEFICIARY PLANNING

One way to avoid probate court is with beneficiary planning. “Pay on Death” language can be added to accounts at banks or other financial institutions to avoid probate. Death beneficiaries can be named for life insurance and retirement accounts. A “Transfer on Death Deed” can transfer real estate without probate. While you are alive, the person has no rights to the property. After your death, the beneficiary must show proof of your death and their identity to collect the property.

Beneficiary planning is an easy way to avoid probate if you want to make outright distributions to your beneficiaries in equal shares. If you want customized distributions, you will need to use trust planning.

REVOCABLE TRUST

A revocable trust creates a separate “living” legal entity with a “life” that continues after you die. During your life, you control the trust as the “Trustee.” Any property you transfer into the trust will not have to be administered in probate court after you die because the “living” trust continues. The successor trustee (that you name in the trust) is bound to administer the property in the trust following your wishes stated in the trust. Trust planning usually costs more than preparing a will but is less expensive than probate.

A trust can customize the way your beneficiaries receive their share of the trust including holding property “in trust” for a beneficiary instead of handing the property “outright” to the beneficiary; making “special” distributions to individuals or charities; protecting a beneficiary’s inheritance from creditors or other court proceedings (divorce, bankruptcy, etc.); or providing tax saving strategies. A trust should be created with the help of an estate planning attorney.

MEDICARE THE BASICS OF

Medicare is a Health Insurance Program for:

People age 65 or older

People under 65 who have certain disabilities

People of all ages with end-stage renal disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or kidney transplant)

There are Four Parts to Medicare:

Part A – Hospital Insurance

Part B – Medical Insurance

Part C – Medicare Advantage Plans

Part D – Prescription Drug Coverage

Medicare Part A

What is Medicare Part A?

Medicare Part A is your hospital insurance. It helps cover your hospital inpatient care (including critical access hospitals and inpatient rehabilitation facilities) and inpatient stays in a skilled nursing facility (not custodial or long-term care). It also helps cover some hospice care services and some home healthcare services. You must meet certain conditions to receive these benefits.

How Much Does Part A Cost?

Most people don’t pay a monthly premium for Part A because they or a spouse paid Medicare taxes while working. If you (or your spouse) did not pay Medicare taxes while you worked and you are age 65 or older, you may be able to buy Part A.

Hospital Deductible for 2025:

The Medicare beneficiary pays:

$1,676 deductible for a hospital stay of 1-60 days

$419 per day for days 61-90

$838 per day for days 91-150

All costs after 150 days

Skilled Nursing Coinsurance for 2025:

The Medicare beneficiary pays:

$0 coinsurance for the first 20 days

$209.50 per day for days 21-100

All costs after 100 days

When Can I Sign Up for Part A?

Many people automatically get Part A. If you get benefits from Social Security or the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB), you automatically get Part A starting the first day of the month you turn 65. If you are under 65 and disabled, you automatically get Part A after you get disability benefits from Social Security or certain disability benefits from the RRB for 24 months. You will get your Medicare card in the mail about two months before your 65th birthday or your 25th month of disability.

Some people need to sign up for Part A. If you aren’t getting Social Security or RRB benefits when you turn 65 (because you are still working, for instance), you should still sign up for Part A. You should contact Social Security three months before you turn 65. If you worked for a railroad, contact the RRB to sign up.

Medicare Part B

What is Medicare Part B?

Medicare Part B (medical insurance) is optional and helps cover medically necessary services like your doctor visits and outpatient care. It also covers some other medical services that Part A doesn’t cover such as some of the costs of physical, occupational, and speech therapists, some home healthcare and preventive services.

How Much Does Part B Cost?

Part B Monthly Premium – The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B enrollees will be $185 for 2025, an increase of $10.30 from $174.70 in 2024.

Part B Income-Related Adjustment – Since 2007, beneficiaries with higher incomes have paid higher Part B monthly premiums. Specifically, if a beneficiary’s modified adjusted gross income as reported on their IRS tax return from two years ago is above $106,000 ($212,000 filing jointly), the beneficiary is responsible for a larger portion of the cost of their coverage. These premium adjustments range from $74 to $443.90 more per month for Medicare Part B.

Part B Deductible and Co-Pays – The 2025 annual Part B deductible is $257. After you meet the deductible, you will pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount for most Part B covered services.

When Can I Sign Up for Part B?

Many people automatically get Part B. If you get benefits from Social Security or the RRB, you automatically get Part B starting the first day of the month you turn 65. If you are under 65 and disabled, you automatically get Part B after receiving disability benefits for 24 months from Social Security or certain disability benefits from the RRB for 24 months. You will get your Medicare card in the mail about two months before your 65th birthday or your 25th month of disability. If you don’t want Part B, follow the instructions that come with the card and send the card back. If you keep the card, you keep Part B and will pay Part B premiums.

Note: If you are not already getting benefits, you should call Social Security at (800) 772-1213 three months before your 65th birthday, even if you plan to continue working. Some people need to sign up for Part B. If you didn’t sign up for Part B when you were first eligible at 65, you may be able to sign up during one of these times:

General Enrollment Period – Between January 1 and March 31 each year. Your coverage will begin on first day of the month following the month you enrolled. The cost of Part B will go up 10 percent for each full 12-month period you could have had Part B, but didn’t sign up for it. You may have to pay a late enrollment penalty as long as you have Part B, unless you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.

Special Enrollment Period – If you didn’t take Part B when you were first eligible because you or your spouse were working and you had group health coverage based on that work, you can sign up for Part B during a Special Enrollment Period. People who sign up for Part B during a Special Enrollment Period can do so without a penalty. You can sign up:

• Any time you are still covered by the group health plan

• During the eight months following the month when the group health plan coverage ends, or when the employment ends (whichever is first). continued

Medicare Coverage Options

• Medicare provides this coverage

• You have your choice of doctors

• Generally, you pay deductibles and coinsurance

• You pay a monthly premium for Part B

• You can join a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan to add drug coverage

• You can buy a Medigap (Medicare Supplement Insurance) policy – sold by private insurance companies – to help fill the gaps in Part A and Part B coverage

• Private insurance companies approved by Medicare provide this coverage

• In most plans, you must see plan doctors

• Costs, extra benefits, and rules vary by plan

• You may pay a monthly premium in addition to your Part B premium

• If you want drug coverage, you must get it through your plan (in most cases)

• You can’t have a Medigap policy with a Medicare Advantage Plan

Medicare Part C

What is Medicare Part C?

Medicare Advantage Plans are part of the Medicare Program and are sometimes called Part C. These are health plan options that are approved by Medicare and offered by private insurance companies. Medicare Advantage Plans provide all of your Part A and Part B coverage. This means they must cover at least all of the services that Original Medicare covers. They generally offer extra benefits and many include Medicare prescription drug coverage. The plan may have special rules that you need to follow such as seeing doctors that belong to the plan or going to certain hospitals for services.

How Much Does Part C Cost?

If you join a Medicare Advantage Plan, you still pay the Medicare Part B premium and you may also pay an additional premium for the Medicare Advantage Plan. Each Medicare Advantage Plan can charge different out-ofpocket costs. These are usually co-payments, but can also be coinsurance and deductibles. It’s important to call any plan before joining to find out the plan’s rules, what your costs will be and to make sure the plan meets your needs.

When Can I Join, Switch, or Drop a Medicare Advantage Plan?

To join a Medicare Advantage Plan, you must have both Medicare Part A and Part B and live in the plan’s service area. You can join, switch or drop a Medicare Advantage Plan at these times:

When you first become eligible for Medicare (three months before you turn 65 to three months after the month you turn 65).

If you get Medicare due to a disability, you can join during the three months before to three months after your 25th month of disability.

Between October 15 and December 7 each year. Your coverage will begin on January 1 of the following year.

During the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (OEP) from January 1 through March 31 annually, you have the option to make a one-time election to go to another Medicare Advantage plan or return to Original Medicare. If you use the OEP to make a change, you may also make a coordinating change to your Part D coverage.

What is Medicare Part D?

Medicare offers outpatient prescription drug coverage (Medicare Part D) to everyone with Medicare. To get

Medicare drug coverage, you must join a plan run by an insurance company or another company approved by Medicare. Once you choose a Medicare drug plan, you may join by completing a paper application, calling the plan or enrolling online. If you want Medicare drug coverage, you need to choose a plan that works with your health coverage.

You can get your Medicare prescription drug coverage either through Medicare prescription drug plans, which add drug coverage to Original Medicare or through Medicare Advantage Plans that include Medicare prescription drug coverage.

What if I Already Have Other Prescription Drug Coverage?

If you have another source of drug coverage such as through an employer or union, you should check with your current provider to determine how your coverage compares to Medicare Part D. Unless your other drug coverage is considered “creditable” coverage, meaning that it is at least as good as Medicare prescription drug coverage, it’s important for you to join a Medicare prescription drug plan when you are first eligible. Postponing enrollment may mean higher premiums due to a penalty that you will have to pay as long as you have Medicare prescription drug coverage.

How Much Does Part D Cost?

Most people will pay a monthly premium for Medicare prescription drug coverage. Additionally, you will pay a share of the cost of your prescriptions, including a deductible, co-payments, and/or coinsurance. Your costs will vary depending on the drugs you use, the plan you choose and whether you go to a pharmacy in your plan’s network. If you have limited income and limited resources, Medicare Part D’s Extra Help or Low-Income Subsidy program can help you receive assistance paying for premiums, deductibles, and co-payments.

When Can I Join, Switch, or Drop a Medicare Part D Plan?

You can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan at these times: When you first become eligible for Medicare. Between October 15 and December 7 each year. Your coverage will begin on January 1 of the following year.

In certain situations, including the involuntary loss of your creditable prescription drug coverage, you may get a Special Enrollment Period. You can sign up for Part D and won’t have to pay a late enrollment penalty as long as you join a Medicare drug plan within 63 days of losing your creditable coverage.

If you are eligible for and receive the extra financial help for Part D costs, you are entitled to Special Enrollment Periods during which you can change your Medicare drug plan.

Note: Between January 1 and March 31 each year, you can join a Part D plan if, during this period, you disenrolled from a Medicare Advantage Plan and returned to Original Medicare. Your coverage will begin the first of the month after the plan receives the enrollment form.

How Do I Qualify for the Extra Help?

You automatically qualify for the Medicare Part D extra financial help if you have Medicare and Medicaid, Medicare and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) without Medicaid, or if the state helps pay your Medicare premiums. If you don’t automatically qualify, you may qualify for the Extra Help if you meet certain income and resource guidelines that may change each year. The 2024 income limit for a single person is $1,843 in monthly

income and $17,220 in assets. The amount for a married couple is $2,485 in joint monthly income and $30,360 in joint assets. These amounts are expected to see a slight costof-living increase in 2025.

How Can I Get More Information About My Medicare Benefits, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medigap Plans, the Extra Help, or About Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans?

For help understanding Medicare benefits, comparing, selecting and enrolling in a Medicare drug plan and applying for the Extra Help with drug plan costs, call the Senior Health Insurance Counseling Program (SHIP) at (800) 763-2828. The SHIP Division provides accurate and objective counseling, assistance, and advoacy relating to Medicare. You may also contact Medicare at (800) 633-4227 or visit Medicare’s website at medicare.gov.

Medicare Savings Programs

If you have Medicare and your monthly income and financial resources meet one of the standards given below, the state of Oklahoma may help pay your Medicare Part A and/or Part B premiums, deductibles, and co-payments. The three programs available to help with these costs are known as Medicare Savings Programs. They are Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualifying Individual (QI). If you qualify for QMB, SLMB, or QI, you automatically qualify for Extra Help paying the costs of Medicare prescription drug coverage. The benefits provided by each program and the eligibility guidelines for each can be found in the chart below. These amounts are expected to see a slight cost-of-living increase in 2025.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)

Pays Medicare Part A and Part B monthly premiums

Pays other Medicare cost-sharing (like deductibles, coinsurance, and co-payments)

Specified Low-Income

Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)

Pays Medicare Part B monthly premium

Qualifying Individual (QI)

Pays Medicare Part B monthly premium

ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can be an invaluable financial resource to veterans and their families needing assistance with healthcare costs. However, confirming eligibility and applying for VA healthcare benefits can get complicated.

AM I ELIGIBLE?

If you participated in active military service and were separated under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA healthcare benefits. Current and former members of the reserves or National Guard who were called to active duty by a federal order and completed the full period for which they were called or ordered to active duty may be eligible for benefits as well.

MINIMUM DUTY REQUIREMENTS

Most veterans who enlisted after September 7, 1980, or entered active duty after October 16, 1981, must have served 24 continuous months or the full period for which they were called to active duty in order to be eligible. This minimum duty requirement may not apply to veterans who were discharged for a disability incurred or aggravated in the line of duty, for a hardship or “early out” or those who served prior to September 7, 1980. Since there are a number of other exceptions to the minimum duty requirements, the VA encourages all veterans to apply so that they may determine enrollment eligibility.

WHAT SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE?

For Americans who received an honorable or general discharge, there are two major benefit programs:

• Free or low-cost medical care through VA hospitals and medical facilities.

o The VA is required by law to provide eligible veterans with hospital care and outpatient care services that are defined as “needed.” The VA defines “needed” as care or services that will promote, preserve, and restore health. This includes treatment, procedures, supplies, and prescriptions.

• Veterans and survivors eligible for a VA pension may receive additional money if special care is needed.

o The Aid & Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Allowance can provide additional income to help pay for a variety of care options. See the next page for additional details.

HOW DO I APPLY?

Apply Online

• Applying for VA benefits is free. Visit va.gov to complete an online application.

• Complete VA Form 10-10EZ to apply for VA healthcare benefits. (To apply for Aid & Attendance, complete form 21-527EZ for a veteran or 21-534EZ for a spouse.)

• Confirmation of your enrollment application will be emailed to you, usually within five to seven business days.

Apply in Person

• You can complete form 10-10EZ in person at your local VA healthcare facility or VA regional office.

• For Aid & Attendance, VA Form 21-2680 should be completed by the veteran’s healthcare professional.

• Generally, you will receive written notification of your enrollment status in the VA healthcare system within five to seven business days.

Apply by Telephone

• Call (877) 222-8387, (TTY: 711) Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET.

• Complete the application over the phone with a VA representative.

• You will typically receive a copy of your completed VA Form 10-10EZ within three to five business days. Review, sign and return to Health Eligibility Center, P.O. Box 5207, Janesville, WI, 53547.

For Help Applying

• Call (800) 827-1000 toll-free for the VA Benefits Hotline. If you already have a VA pension and need to add Aid & Attendance, call (877) 294-6380.

• Veterans may also use a VA-accredited attorney, claims agent or Veterans Service Office to help them through the process.

Aid & Attendance (A&A) is a benefit paid to a veteran, their families, or a surviving spouse and is a valuable financial resource if the regular attendance of another person is needed to help with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and ambulation. A&A can be used to help pay for treatment and care if the recipient is living at home, in a residential care facility, assisted living facility, or is receiving hospice services.

Veterans who fail to qualify for A&A may be eligible for a Housebound Pension Allowance. Though smaller than A&A, the Housebound monthly pension add-on is for veterans who are substantially confined to their home because of permanent disability or blindness and need help with caregiving. The VA will not pay both A&A and Housebound Allowance benefits at the same time.

Veteran eligibility for A&A is based on service and financial status. The veteran must have been honorably discharged after at least 90 days of service with at least one day during a wartime period. Minimum age is 65 unless officially disabled. Financial eligibility is based on income and total assets (primary residence and car are excluded from assets). In 2025, the maximum income and asset limit for eligibility is $159,240. In a new rule effective in 2019, the VA may review up to three years of financial information when calculating assets.

A&A enables a qualifying veteran to receive up to $2,795 if married ($2,358 if single) per month. A surviving spouse is eligible for $1,515 per month. A married couple may receive a maximum of $3,740 monthly if they are both veterans who qualify for A&A.

ADULT DAY HEALTH SERVICES: Person-Centered Daytime Care for Older Adults

More than 53 million Americans are caregivers to someone who is ill, disabled, or aged, according to AARP. Most family caregivers perform a daily juggling act as they balance caregiving with their other responsibilities.

As more families find themselves caring for an older adult — whether it be a spouse, parent, other relative, or even a friend — many are discovering the important role that adult day health services can play in helping them manage their caregiving responsibilities.

Adult day health centers offer a coordinated program of professional and compassionate services for adults in a community-based group setting. Programs are designed to provide health and social services to adults who need supervised care in a safe place outside the home during the day. They also provide respite for caregivers, giving them a much-needed break, allowing them to attend to personal needs, run errands, rest and relax, or continue working.

A well-run adult day health program focuses on enriching participants’ lives by building on their individual interests, abilities, and strengths. Most provide a full array of health support services, including health monitoring, medication management, and sometimes even physical, speech, and occupational therapies. Personal care services such as assisted showers, hair and foot care, and incontinence care are also available. They frequently offer specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Some even provide or facilitate transportation to and from the center each day.

A typical day at most adult day health centers includes lively conversation and reminiscing, exercise and fitness activities, arts and crafts, music, games, cooking, gardening, woodworking, and tinkering, in a safe and stimulating daytime home-away-from-home environment. The socialization, friendships, and meaningful activities give many participants a new lease on life and something to look forward to each day.

Adult day health programs are also an affordable alternative to in-home care, enabling families to access a full range of services for a fraction of the cost. Additionally, many centers offer financial assistance through various private and government programs.

How Do You Know if the Time is Right for Adult Day Health Services?

The questions below will help you determine if an adult day health program is the right choice for you and your loved one. If you answer “yes” to even one question, you may want to start considering adult day health services as an option.

1. Has your loved one recently been discharged from a hospital or skilled rehabilitation center?

2. Are you worried about their safety when you aren’t around?

3. Are you concerned about leaving your loved one alone while you work or run errands?

4. Has there been an incident or problem when your loved one was unsupervised?

5. Do you find yourself taking time off from work to care for them?

6. Would you feel better if you knew they were eating nutritious meals, getting exercise and assistance, and enjoying social activities during the day?

7. Does your loved one forget to take medications or have care needs that they cannot manage alone?

8. Has your relationship with your loved one become strained because of the demands of caregiving? Do you feel like you are spending too much time with each other?

9. Are they isolated from friends and activities they once enjoyed?

10. Would you like help caring for your loved one?

As a caregiver, it’s vitally important to care for yourself so that you can effectively (and happily) care for someone else. See a checklist for choosing a quality program on page 18.

Adult Day Health Evaluation Checklist

Make copies of this checklist to use while visiting multiple adult day health programs, or download a printable version of the checklist at LIFEseniorservices.org.

Adult day health services cover a wide range of health and supportive services. When considering adult day health services, look for those licensed by the state and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. Check for enrollment restrictions, staffto-participant ratio, staff credentials, and financial assistance.

Agency Name:

Address:

Contact Information: __________________________________________________

TherapeuticServices

Check the available services:

Assisted showers q Shaving q Hair care q Foot care q Incontinence care q Toileting assistance q

Nutritious meals q Accommodation for special dietary needs q Assistance with eating q

Group and/or individual activities q Mental stimulation programming q Exercise q

Enjoyable activities planned q Learning opportunities available q

Outdoor activities when appropriate q Transportation assistance q Caregiver support q

Check the available health services:

Nursing care q Medication management q Insulin injections q Wound care q

Physical therapy q Occupational therapy q Speech therapy q Breathing treatments q

Blood pressure monitoring q Blood sugar monitoring q

Center is clean, pleasant, and odor free q Center is accessible for participants with disabilities q

Participants appear happy and engaged in activities q

Staff and participants greet each other and interact q

Participants are involved in planning activities or making suggestions q

Quiet place is available within the program area q

Staff inquire about what you and your loved one want and need q

Staff explain safety and security features in place q

Emergency procedures are posted q

See page 70 for a list of area adult day health centers.

HELPING SENIORS REMAIN AT

HOME WITH PACE

PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) provides home and community-based care and services to people age 55 or older who meet level-of-care requirements, but wish to continue living at home. Care and services are approved through the PACE interdisciplinary team based on medical necessity and the individual’s goals. PACE provides coverage for primary and specialty healthcare, prescription drugs, transportation, home care, checkups, hospital visits, and nursing home stays when necessary.

Who Can Join PACE?

You can join PACE if:

• You are age 55 or older;

• You live in the service area of a PACE organization;

• You meet level-of-care criteria from an assessment completed by a registered nurse; and

• Receiving PACE services would enable you to live safely in the community.

PACE Provides Comprehensive and Preventive Care

With PACE, you have a interdisciplinary team of experienced healthcare professionals overseeing your care. Since your team cares for a small number of people, they get to know you, your living situation, and your care preferences. You and your family work with your team to set personal goals and develop and update your plan of care.

When you enroll in PACE, you may be required to use a PACE-preferred physician. These physicians are best suited to help you make healthcare decisions. PACE organizations also support family members and other caregivers with training, support groups, and respite care.

PACE Provides Services in the Community

PACE organizations provide care and services in the home, the community, and at the PACE center. They have contracts with specialists and other providers in the community to ensure you get the care you need. PACE participants often get most of their care from staff employed by the PACE organization in the PACE center. PACE centers meet state health and federal safety requirements and include adult day health programs, primary care from physicians and nurses, medications, home care, activities, and occupational and physical therapy services.

PACE Provides Transportation

PACE organizations provide transportation to the PACE center for activities and medical appointments. PACE also transports to medically necessary appointments in the community on an as-needed basis.

What You Pay Depends on Your Financial Situation

PACE uses Medicare and Medicaid funds to cover your care and services that have been approved by your team. You can have either Medicare or Medicaid or both to join PACE. If you have Medicaid, you will not have to pay a monthly premium for the PACE benefit. If you have Medicare, but don’t qualify for Medicaid, you will be charged a monthly fee to cover the PACE benefit and will continue paying the premium for your existing Medicare Part D coverage for prescriptions. In PACE, however, there is never a deductible or copayment for any drug, service, or care approved by the PACE team. If you do not have Medicare or Medicaid, you can also pay for PACE privately. If you currently don’t have Medicaid, PACE staff can help you determine eligibility and complete the Medicaid application process.

The ADvantage Program is a Medicaid waiver program that provides home and community-based services in lieu of nursing home care for those who qualify. The goal is to help at-risk seniors stay safely in their homes.

The ADvantage Program

In Oklahoma, the ADvantage Medicaid waiver program offers funding for a variety of in-home and community-based services for people age 65 or older with chronic illnesses and for adults age 21 or older with physical disabilities. To qualify, you must meet Medicaid waiver health and financial requirements.

The monthly income limit in 2025 is $2,901 per individual with no more than $2,000 in assets (not including the value of your home and car). You also must meet nursing home level-of-care guidelines to qualify for the program. Nursing home level of care means that without the services the waiver provides, you would be at risk of nursing home placement. Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) determines if you meet the criteria and are eligible for the program.

Although the ADvantage program doesn’t provide 24-hour care, for many people simply having help with daily tasks may be all they need to stay at home.

All services provided by the ADvantage program are based on the individual’s needs. Along with case management, services may include:

Personal care assistance with daily activities such as bathing, housekeeping, meals, and shopping

Home-delivered meals

Medical supplies and incontinence products

Prescription drugs not already covered by Medicaid

Home modifications, including installation of ramps or widening doorways

Adult day health services

ADvantage assisted living facilities

Nursing services

Physical, occupational, and speech therapies

Personal emergency response systems

Remote supports

Assistive technology

Respite care

Hospice care

How the Program Works

Apply for Oklahoma’s ADvantage program, apply online oklahoma.gov/okdhs or call the toll-free Medicaid Services Unit at (800) 435-4711.

After you have completed the application, you will be contacted by an OKDHS nurse who will assess the level of care you need. You will also be contacted by an OKDHS financial specialist who will determine if you meet financial eligibility requirements.

If you are approved for the ADvantage program, the first thing you will do is choose an ADvantage-certified agency as your case management provider.

You will also choose an ADvantage-certified agency for any nursing or personal care services you may receive. If you don’t have a preference, an agency will be assigned to you. If you choose, you can hire and supervise your own worker to provide your personal care services.

Your case manager will meet with you in your home. A team approach, comprised of your case manager, a nurse, other service providers, and any friends or family you wish to include, is used to develop your personal care plan. Your team will meet with you to discuss your goals and create a plan of services. Your case manager arranges and coordinates your services and must contact you at least monthly to ensure services remain in place as long as needed. Your plan can be changed as your needs change. You can stay on the ADvantage program as long as your needs can be safely met at home and you continue to meet the program’s level-of-care and financial requirements.

Discharge Hospitalizations and Planning for

Hospital stays are stressful for families and caregivers – especially when the patient is a spouse or parent. As a family member, you are concerned about your loved one’s condition, often anxious about the treatment and unsure about what the future might hold. Planning for discharge is likely the last thing on your mind.

Under Oklahoma’s CARE Act (Caregiver Advise, Record, Enable Act), hospitals are to recognize that families are a vital part of discharge planning and should help ensure that the patient follows through with all physician orders.

• The family caregiver should be named and recognized by the hospital when a loved one is admitted. Caregivers should provide a power of attorney or guardianship documents when applicable.

• The hospital is required to notify the caregiver whether their loved one will be discharged to return home or to another care facility. If the responsibility to find placement falls on the caregiver, they should get copies of the written doctor’s orders before leaving the hospital.

• The hospital is to provide training for the caregiver for any medical tasks they may need to continue at home, such as medication management, injections, wound care, and transfers. If the caregiver is considering home healthcare, they should ask for a doctor’s order for that service.

At The Time Of Admission:

• Be sure that you or another designated person is listed as your loved one’s caregiver and that the hospital has the caregiver’s phone number.

• Present a current, signed HIPAA release to the hospital if one is not already on file. This release will allow you to communicate with doctors and be in the loop regarding your loved one’s condition and treatment decisions.

• If there is a power of attorney for healthcare or an advance directive in place, bring those documents and make sure they are noted in hospital records.

• Give the hospital your loved one’s complete list of medications, the name of their primary care physician and preferred pharmacy. See Medication Management Checklist on page 23.

During The Hospitalization

• Introduce yourself to doctors and nurses. Keep a notebook to document the names and titles of all healthcare professionals involved in your loved one’s care.

• Keep a notebook of all interactions and instructions given, as well as who gave them.

• Ask to meet your loved one’s discharge planner. Make sure that you are kept in the circle of communication regarding health decisions and post-hospitalization plans.

• Ask when your loved one will be discharged and where they will go. If they aren’t able to return home, make necessary decisions regarding which care facility to use.

Prior To Discharge

• Plan to be present when the doctor discharges your loved one to ask questions about their condition and any medication changes. Ask for written discharge instructions and a summary of patient status. Bring this information and complete medication list to any follow-up appointments. Ask about potential problems and symptoms to watch for after discharge. Write down the name and phone number of whom to call if problems arise or you have questions.

• Know about any new medications prescribed. Make sure you understand what they are for, how they should be taken, if there are any side effects, and whether medications taken before the hospitalization should be taken or discontinued. Get the name and phone number of whom to call if you have questions later.

• Ask if your loved one will need any durable medical equipment or supplies after discharge. These could include walkers, elevated toilet seats, shower chairs, etc.

• If your loved one needs durable medical equipment at home, make sure you have doctor’s orders before leaving the hospital. Ask the social worker to help with ordering home healthcare if needed.

• Ask if your loved one is released to do the activities below. Circle the ones you think your loved one will need help with and tell the staff. If there are things you will not be able to help with, whom should you call for assistance?

• Bathing, dressing, using the bathroom, climbing stairs

• Cooking, grocery shopping, house cleaning, paying bills

• Getting to doctor appointments, picking up prescription drugs

• Ask the staff to show you and your loved one any tasks that require special skills (changing bandages, proper use of a walker or cane, medication management, etc.). Make sure you are comfortable with what you need to do to help your loved one. Write down the name and number of the person to call if you need help.

• Ask about support groups and resources that may be helpful to both you and your loved one.

• Talk to the social worker if you have questions about what insurance will cover and what may be out-of-pocket expenses. Ask for help with insurance if needed.

Post-Hospitalization

• Pick up prescriptions as soon as possible.

• Make follow-up appointments promptly and take discharge orders and a medication list with you.

• Follow-up with the primary care physician and any other specialists included in the discharge plan.

• Bring the hospital discharge papers and the notebook you had in the hospital with you to all follow-up appointments.

Hopefully, these tips will be helpful for you and your family as you go through a health crisis and hospitalization. Having questions post-hospitalization is common. Know whom you should call with any questions or concerns and don’t hesitate to call them if needed.

Medication Management Checklist

Take a completed version of this checklist to all healthcare visits. Download a printable version of the checklist at LIFEseniorservices.org.

Emergency Contact: ______________________________ Phone Number:____

Relationship: __________________________________________________

MEDICATION ALLERGIES/

MEDICAL HISTORY/

List any health conditions, previous surgeries, and hospitalizations. List any medication allergies below.

Dementia is the loss of cognitive abilities such as remembering and reasoning to a degree that affects a person’s daily life and activities. Sometimes memory loss and other problems can be a side effect of a medication or be caused by a treatable medical condition. When a doctor has ruled out those possibilities, however, it’s important to learn more.

Dementia is generally considered a late-life disease because it develops most often in older adults, and the risks increase significantly with age. An estimated 6.9 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2024, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Seventy-three percent are aged 75 or older. About twothirds are women. Researchers believe about 200,000 Americans aged 30 to 64 have younger-onset dementia (including Alzheimer’s).

TYPES OF DEMENTIA

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common dementia diagnosis among older adults. It is characterized by progressive and disabling memory loss and cognitive issues largely attributed to an accumulation of toxic proteins in the brain.

Other forms of dementia include vascular dementia which is caused by conditions that damage blood vessels in the brain (such as high blood pressure or strokes) or interrupt the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain. Lewy body dementia is caused by abnormal deposits of a protein known as Lewy bodies. Dementia can also be caused by other diseases like hydrocephalus (fluid buildup on the brain), Parkinson’s and Huntington’s diseases, and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, a rare brain disorder. Frontotemporal dementia tends to occur in people

younger than 60 but can also occur in older adults. Heavy alcohol use, head injury, nutritional deficiencies, and infections of the brain and spinal cord can also cause dementia.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Common symptoms of dementia include memory loss, difficulty communicating, difficulty learning and retaining new information, difficulty planning and organizing, and difficulty with coordination and motor functions. People may also display personality changes, inappropriate behavior, paranoia, agitation, hallucinations, and delusions.

This slow decline in memory, as well as planning and problemsolving skills, is not simply part of normal aging. A doctor such as a neurologist or geriatrician generally diagnoses dementia.

TREATMENT

Although there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, there are medications that may be helpful. It’s important to get a diagnosis and care as soon as possible. Researchers are exploring interventions that may slow or alleviate symptoms.

“In the same way that you take care of your physical health, you can take action to improve your brain functioning, often at the same time. Brain health matters, and you can affect your brain health,” said Michaelle Statham of the Alzheimer’s Association, Oklahoma branch.

Sources: alz.org, nia.nih.gov

Respite:

A Caregiving Necessity

Caregiving is a challenging job, and all caregivers need a break. Respite services are provided in several settings including the home, and funding may be available through the Area Agency on Aging.

Respite is the term used when someone helps care for an individual, temporarily relieving the regular caregiver(s). Respite may last a few hours, a couple of days, or even longer. The amount of respite depends on the family’s needs and resources. Respite care can be provided in the family home, the home of a friend or relative, an adult day center, assisted living, memory care center, or nursing facility. Respite can be used for many things such as visiting family or friends, running errands, tending to healthcare needs, going to a movie, enjoying a hobby, or even taking a vacation.

Respite care is not a luxury. It is a necessity for both the caregiver and their loved one. “Respite care is a gift you give to yourself as well as to your loved ones,” said Donna Mancini, MSW, Caregiver Support Specialist at LIFE Senior Services. “You cannot give out of an empty well. Resting and reenergizing yourself is not being selfish; it’s called self-care.”

The benefits of respite are many and include reducing stress on the family and improving caregiving. The benefits of respite are greater if started early in the caregiving journey.

Respite can help the caregiver by allowing him/her some muchneeded rest and relaxation. The care recipient benefits from new activities and developing or renewing relationships with other people.

“What is healthy for you becomes healthy for your family,” Mancini said. “Give yourself permission to rest and take time for you.”

Respite is available in many different forms. In Oklahoma, one of the easiest and most affordable options is adult day health services. Facilities such as residential care homes and assisted living facilities may provide respite for an extended period of time. There are usually length-of-stay requirements for this type of respite, and each facility has its own policies. Often other family members can help by taking over caregiving duties for a period of time. Home health agencies are also available to provide respite.

How does a caregiver pay for respite? In Oklahoma, respite providers may accept some or all of the following pay options: private pay, Veteran’s Administration, respite vouchers, or long-term care insurance.

Respite Vouchers

Respite vouchers pay for caregivers to hire another person to temporarily care for their loved ones when they need a break. People in Canadian, Cleveland, Logan, and Oklahoma counties can apply for the funds by calling Aging Services, Inc. of Cleveland County, (405) 321-3200.

Statewide vouchers are available through the local Area Agency on Aging. Call (800) 211-2116 toll-free to find the agency serving your county. There is no income requirement to receive this service.

The voucher process includes an assessment to determine needs and identify additional opportunities for helping the caregiver. The process can take several weeks, and there may be a waiting list. Vouchers can be used for adult day health services or to pay someone to come into your home to care for your loved one.

NOT JUST FOR END OF LIFE

alliative care is a unique approach to improving life and comfort during a serious health situation. Palliative care is patient-centered, allowing individuals to prioritize their care based on their values — comfort, cure, communication, quality of life, etc. It has also been described as supportive care because it targets relief of physical, social, psychological, and spiritual distress.

Palliative care is a medical specialty backed by an interdisciplinary team involved in caring for a person facing a serious, possibly life-threatening illness. The palliative care team handles complex pain issues, coordinates intensive/sensitive communication exchanges, and helps clarify the goals of care.

Depending on the individual’s needs and desires, palliative care may include home help, transportation, emotional and spiritual support, individual and family education, decision making, psychological support, and respite care for caregivers. Palliative care is compatible with all other medical treatments, and bringing in a palliative care team does not mean giving up on a cure. Palliative care is not the same as hospice care which focuses on pain control for those nearing the end of life.

Palliative care is holistic, looking at the challenges the disease imposes on all aspects of life – emotional, physical, and practical. Some people want to focus everything on fighting for a cure, and they don’t care about their current quality of life or the pain they have to endure. Others value time with family and friends and want pain managed effectively. The recipient of the care sets the priorities. However, it’s not always an either/or choice. In a study of lung cancer patients, those receiving palliative care not only experienced improved quality of life, but on average lived longer.

While cure and palliative care teams can and do work effectively to treat individuals at the same time, they have different approaches and different philosophies. In the curative model, the focus is on the body and its parts and symptoms. The care recipient’s body is differentiated from the mind, and the primary goal is finding a cure. The palliative care model values the patient’s entire experience. The person is viewed as a unique, complex being with physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions. Concerns of the individual and their family are considered, and relief of suffering is the ultimate goal.

People receiving palliative care have been shown to enjoy a higher quality of life with less depression. Lowering pain and discomfort improves outcomes and gives both care recipients and their families a boost. The palliative care team typically includes a doctor, nurse, and social worker, depending on the individual’s desires and needs.

Palliative care should be considered whenever a complex medical condition is causing frequent or ongoing hospitalizations, there are issues with symptom control, the treatments are burdensome, or multiple care teams create fragmented communications.

For more information, ask your physician for a referral or visit getpalliativecare.org to learn more.

HOSPICE CARE UNDERSTANDING

Hospice services can be a tremendous source of support and comfort as an older adult nears the end of their life journey. Caregivers may be reluctant to initiate hospice services because they associate doing so with “giving up.” Fortunately, this is far from the truth. Hospice services are focused on improving the quality of life both for the person with an illness and their loved ones. An experienced hospice service provider can guide and comfort the older adult and their family members in very valuable ways.

WHAT IS HOSPICE?

Hospice care is considered the model for quality, compassionate care for people facing a life-limiting illness with a prognosis of six months or less. However, care does not necessarily end after six months. Hospice takes a team-oriented approach to providing expert medical care, pain and symptom management, and emotional and spiritual support tailored to the person’s needs and wishes. Support is also provided to the individual’s family.

The focus of hospice is founded on the belief that each person has the right to die pain-free, with dignity and at peace, and that their loved ones should receive the support necessary to allow them to do so. Hospice focuses on quality of life, not curing.

HOW DOES HOSPICE WORK?

Generally, hospice is recommended when the person is expected to live six months or less. A referral to a hospice provider from the individual’s physician is required to begin care. Except for restrictions set

by an insurance provider, the selection of a hospice service provider is a personal choice.

Once the referral is received, hospice staff will visit with the individual and family to assess their overall needs and wishes. Hospice consists of an interdisciplinary care team that includes the individual and the primary caregiver, as well as physicians, nurses, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains, various therapists, and trained volunteers.

The care team works together to create a care plan specifically tailored to meet the needs and desires of the individual and the family. Among its major responsibilities, the hospice care team:

Manages the person’s pain and symptoms –focusing on comfort

Provides emotional support

Provides needed medications, medical supplies, and equipment related to managing the life-limiting illness

Inquires about end-of-life wishes, advanced directives and a do not resuscitate (DNR) order Coaches loved ones on how to care for the person

Delivers special services like speech, occupational, and physical therapies as needed Makes short-term inpatient care available when pain or symptoms become too difficult to manage at home or the caregiver needs respite

Provides grief support for surviving loved ones and friends

As you consider beginning hospice care, it is also a good idea to consider the person’s

end-of-life wishes and to choose a funeral, burial, or cremation provider. You’ll also need to include this information in your hospice care plan.

WHAT IS A DO NOT RESUSCITATE (DNR) ORDER?

A DNR is a medical order that allows individuals to state their desire not to be resuscitated in the event that they stop breathing or their heart stops. It is usually made by the individual or their healthcare proxy. This gives medical personnel and family members clear instructions about how such situations should be handled so that the person’s wishes can be respected. The individual or their healthcare proxy can change or revoke an advanced directive or DNR at any time by simply informing the physician or hospice staff.

WHERE ARE HOSPICE SERVICES PROVIDED?

Hospice services most often are provided in the recipient’s own home, but can also be provided in a long-term care or assisted living facility, a family member’s home, or special end-of-life care facility. For a hospice care agency evaluation checklist, see page 37.

HOW IS HOSPICE PAID FOR?

In Oklahoma, besides private pay, hospice care can also be paid for by Medicare (Part A), the Veterans Administration, most private health insurance plans, or the ADvantage program. If none of these payment sources are available to the patient, some hospices do provide courtesy care. Ask your healthcare provider or resource counselor which hospices provide courtesy care.

Independent Living Community Evaluation Checklist

Make copies of this checklist to use while visiting multiple housing facilities, or download a printable version of the checklist at LIFEseniorservices.org.

Community Name: _________________________________

Address: _________________________________

Contact Information: __________________________________________________

Floor Plans & Accommodations

c

Check the available floor plans:

Floor plan is logical and easy to follow q Living unit has kitchen or kitchenette q

Available units are appropriate for resident needs q Living units are furnished q Unfurnished q

Types of Living Units:

Square Footage:

Check the utilities that are included:

Electric q Gas q Water q Trash/Sewer q Other q

Free parking for residents and visitors q Carports q Garages q Extra cost q

Smoking area provided q

Check the in-home amenities that are available:

Phone q TV q Cable q Internet q Other q Extra Cost q

Laundry services are available in room q In complex q Extra cost q

What meals are served daily and are they at set times?

Breakfast q Lunch q Dinner q Snacks q Extra cost q

Can special dietary needs be accommodated? q

Check the special services that are available:

Onsite beauty salon q Exercise facilities q Computer lab q Housekeeping q Laundry services q

Extra cost q

Pets are allowed q Extra cost q Restrictions q ______________________________________________

Transportation services are available q Extra cost q Restrictions q

Planned activities are available q

Does the community offer worship services? How often? Which religions and denominations are served?

Safety/Security

Bathrooms have grab bars and emergency call buttons q

Property is accessible for residents and visitors with disabilities q

Onsite property manager available q Hours: ____________________________________________

Check what types of security are provided:

Security guard q Security patrols q Cameras q Key access q Code access q Gated entry q

Check what types of emergency power sources are used:

Emergency generator q Alternative power source q

EMSACare Ambulance Service provided q Extra cost q

Under what conditions would a resident be asked to leave the community? _________________________

How much notice is given if resident must leave the community? _________________________________

During Your Visit Financial Considerations

Contract is available that details all leasing fees, services, and deposits q

Monthly rent and total move-in costs are manageable and within your budget q

Services and utilities are clearly outlined in how they are billed q

Contract outlines how rate increases and late payments are handled q

Notes: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Common areas look and smell clean q

Notifications for residents are posted in a central location q

Up-to-date activities and meal calendars are posted and sound appealing q

Grounds are well-groomed and free from debris q

Residents appear happy and engaged in life q

Staff and residents greet each other and interact q

Notes: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Assisted Living Community Evaluation Checklist

Make copies of this checklist to use while visiting multiple housing facilities, or download a printable version of the checklist at LIFEseniorservices.org.

Community Name: _________________________________

Address: _________________________________

Contact Information: __________________________________________________

Check the available floor plans:

Available units are appropriate for resident needs q Living units are furnished q Unfurnished q

Types of Living Units: Square Footage:

Check the utilities that are included:

Electric q Gas q Water q Trash/Sewer q Other q

Check the in-home amenities that are available: Phone q TV q Cable q Internet q Other q

Check the common areas in the facility:

Dining Room q Den q Laundry q Library q Snack Area q Game Room q Other q

Free parking for residents and visitors q Carports q Garages q Extra cost q

Smoking area provided q

(General and Memory Care, if available)

Bathroom has grab bars and emergency call buttons q

Property is accessible for residents and visitors with disabilities q

Residents can come and go at will q Secure area for Memory Care residents q

Check what types of security are provided:

Security guard q Security patrols q Cameras q Key access q Code access q Gated entry q

Check what types of emergency power sources are used: q Emergency generator q Alternative power source

How does staff handle aggressive or wandering residents?

Residents rights posted in central location q

Under what conditions would a resident be asked to leave the community? _________________________

How much notice is given if resident must leave the community? __________________________________

Levels of care available:

Does the community offer other levels of care (e.g., nursing care) if a resident’s health changes? q

Independent Living q Assisted Living q Memory Care q Nursing Care q

Written plan of care for each resident q Resident consulted in developing care plan q

How is appropriate level of care determined?

How often are wellness checks made?

Additional nursing services offered:

Breathing treatments q Diabetes monitoring q Injections q Wound care q Extra cost q

Personal Emergency Response Systems available q Extra cost q

EMSACare Ambulance Service provided q Extra cost q

Transportation to medical appointments provided q Extra cost q

What special amenities are available?

Onsite beauty salon q Exercise facilities q Computer lab q Extra cost q

What special services are available?

Housekeeping q Laundry/linen services q Extra cost q

What meals are served daily and are they at set times?

Breakfast q Lunch q Dinner q Snacks q Extra cost q

Can special dietary needs be accommodated? q

Does the community offer worship services? How often? Which religions and denominations are served?

What kind of planned activities are provided? _________________________________________

Extra cost q

Common areas look and smell clean q

Temperature is within a comfortable range q

Notifications for residents are posted in a central location q

Activity and meal calendars are posted and sound appealing q

Residents appear happy and engaged q

Staff and residents greet each other and interact q

Residents are well-groomed and dressed appropriately for the season q

Notes: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Contract is available that details all fees, deposits, services, admission, and discharge policies q

Contract is easy to read and understand q

Monthly rent and total move-in costs are manageable within your budget q

Contract lists amount of security deposit and how much is refundable q

Services and utilities are clearly outlined in how they are billed q

Notes: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Nursing Facility Evaluation Checklist

Make copies of this checklist to use while visiting multiple housing facilities, or download a printable version of the checklist at LIFEseniorservices.org.

Community Name: _________________________________

Address: _________________________________

Contact Information: __________________________________________________

Floor plan is easy to follow q Private rooms available q Semi-private rooms available q

Residents can have personal belongings, furniture q

Policies are in place to protect residents’ personal belongings q

Check the in-home amenities that are available:

Phone q TV q Cable q Internet q Other q Extra cost q

Check for onsite amenities:

Beauty salon q Chapel q Library q Private areas to meet with family and friends q Other q

Housekeeping q Laundry/linen service q Extra cost q

Check the common areas in the facility:

Living room q Dining room q Den q Library q Snack area q Game room q

All areas designed for wheelchair use q

Bedrooms, bathrooms, and hallways have grab bars and emergency call buttons q

Property is accessible for residents and visitors with disabilities q

Residents can come and go at will q Secure area for Memory Care residents q

Check what types of security are provided:

Security guard q Security patrols q Cameras q Key access q Code access q Gated entry q

Check what types of emergency power sources are used:

Emergency generator q Alternative power source q Safety locks on doors and windows q

Security/fire safety systems are up-to-date and current q

Background checks conducted on staff members q

How does staff handle aggressive or wandering residents? _______________________________________

Residents rights posted in central location q

What is the staff turnover rate: ________________________________________________________________

Under what conditions would a resident be asked to leave the community? _________________________

How much notice is given if resident must leave the community? __________________________________

Additional healthcare services offered:

Breathing treatments q Diabetes monitoring q Injections q Wound care q Ventilator q

Dementia care q Palliative care q Hospice care q Physical therapy q

EMSACare Ambulance service provided q Extra cost q

Transportation to medical appointments provided q Extra cost q

Community has its own doctor on staff q

Residents can use own primary care physician q

Residents have same caregivers on a regular basis q

Staff knocks before entering a resident’s room q

Doors are closed when a resident is being bathed or dressed q

Residents are offered a choice in food when possible q

Residents receive assistance eating or drinking as needed q

Food is nutritious and looks appealing q

Snacks and water are offered to resident throughout the day q

Nursing facility accommodates cultural, religious, and/or language needs q

Residents participate in activities and/or exercise q Facility’s location is convenient for visitors q

Community has an outdoor area for residents and staff q

Nursing home is Medicaid certified q

Staff complete abuse prevention training q

Has the facility’s license ever been revoked q If so, when and why?

How many licensed nurses are on duty at each shift? RNs: LPNs:

What is the resident-to-staff ratio? Resident-to-nurse? Resident-to-aide?

Common areas look and smell clean q

Temperature is within a comfortable range q

Notifications for residents are posted in a central location q

Activity and meal calendars are posted and sound appealing q

Residents appear happy and engaged q

Staff and residents greet each other and interact q

The noise level is tolerable q

Notes: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Contract is available that details all fees, deposits, services, admission, and discharge policies q

Contract is easy-to-read and understand q

Optional and additional fees are listed in plain sight q

Monthly rent and total move-in costs are manageable and within your budget q

Services and utilities are clearly outlined in how they are billed q

Rate increases and late payment fees are clearly identified q

Notes: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Home Health Agency Evaluation Checklist

Make copies of this checklist to use while visiting multiple home health agencies, or download a printable version of the checklist at LIFEseniorservices.org.

Home care and home health services cover a wide range of health and supportive services delivered in a person’s home. This evaluation checklist is designed to help you ask the necessary questions in order to choose the best provider for your needs.

Agency Name: _________________________________

Address: _________________________________

Contact Information: __________________________________________________

Home Health Services

Quality of Care

Written care plan provided before services begin q

Agency works directly with: Loved one q Family members q Healthcare providers q

Types of care provided:

Skilled care q Personal care q Companion Care q Activities of daily living q

Meal preparation q Transportation q

Light housekeeping q 24-hour care q

If needed, agency provides: Dietitians q Counselors q Therapists q Psychiatric care q

Care is available in emergencies or on short notice q

Agency provides initial and ongoing training for staff q

Agency has plan in place to evaluate quality of care provided q

Agency has plan for number of people providing care and consistency with caregiving staff q

Caregivers are positive and friendly q

Caregivers are licensed and insured q

Agency is accredited by a state or nationally recognized group such as the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) q

Agency and staff are bonded q Staff wears identification q

Agency provides references from doctors, discharge planners, or former clients q

Agency provides information about their years in business q

Notes:

Agency provides information explaining all services and fees q

Agency has a minimum service hour requirement q Number of hours: _______

Agency provides information on how expenses and billing are handled q

Agency fees are covered by health insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans Administration, or long-term care insurance q

Hourly rate for a home health aide meets your budget q

Agency provides resources for financial assistance, if needed q

Agency offers a payment plan q

Agency completes state and national background checks on all staff q

Agency has procedures in place for medical emergencies q

Agency has procedures in place to deliver services in the event of bad weather or a power outage q

Notes:

NOTES:

For additional information about the home health agencies you are considering: Visit Home Health Compare at medicare.gov. The website includes agency contact information, agency’s initial date of Medicare certification, type of ownership (i.e., nonprofit, for-profit, or government), services offered, as well as information about each home health agency’s quality of care, and surveys of patients who have used the agency.

Hospice Care Agency Evaluation Checklist

Make copies of this checklist to use while visiting multiple hospice facilities, or download a printable version of the checklist at LIFEseniorservices.org.

Agency Name: _________________________________

Address:

Contact Information:

Hospice provides plan for managing pain and other symptoms that arise q

Hospice coordinates medication management q

Hospice coordinates care with patient’s current physician(s) q

Hospice has procedures for keeping patient and caregivers informed about changes in condition q

Hospice has procedures if symptoms become unmanageable in home setting q

Hospice provides help:

After business hours q Nights q Weekends q Holidays q

Hospice typically provides the following equipment to patient:

Electric hospital bed q Alternating pressure mattress q Bedside commode q Other q

Agency provides initial and ongoing training for staff q

Caregivers are positive and friendly q

Agency screens any volunteers that are used q

Hospice is licensed by the state q

Hospice is Medicare certified q

Hospice is accredited by a state or recognized group such as the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) q

Hospice is a member of the Oklahoma Hospice and Palliative Care Association (OHPCA), the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), or the National Association for Home Care and Hospice (NAHC) q

Hospice provides information about their years in business q

Hospice provides references from other patients and caregivers q

Hospice is covered by patient’s insurance q

Hospice requires family member or friend to be designated as primary caregiver before admission q

Hospice requires signed advance directive and/or do not resuscitate order (DNR) before admission q

Hospice requires information about chosen funeral, burial, or cremation provider before admission q

Hospice offers other services, such as respite for caregivers q

Hospice assists with pet care if pets are in the home q

Grief counseling is provided to family q

Sources: Oklahoma Hospice and Palliative Care Association (OHPCA), okhospice.org and National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), nhpco.org.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) offer more than one level of care, usually on the same campus. Services, features, costs, and payment options vary depending on the community and level of care. Contact the community directly for detailed information.

Baptist Village of Oklahoma City

9700 Mashburn Blvd.

Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 721-2466 (405) 721-0668 fax baptistvillage.org

Concordia Life Plan Community 7707 W. Britton Rd.

Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 720-7200 concordiaseniorliving.com

Epworth Villa 14901 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 752-1200 epworthvilla.org

Homestead of Del City

5020 S.E. 44th St. Del City, OK 73135 (405) 619-0079 (888) 585-0444 fax homesteadofdelcity.com

John H. Johnson Senior Community

1213 N.W. 122nd St.

Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 849-5200 (405) 849-5437 fax prioritylc.com

Lyndale Edmond 1225 Lakeshore Dr. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 704-3990 (405) 359-0802 fax lyndaleedmond.com

Primrose Retirement Community of Shawnee 1905 N. Bryan Ave.

Oklahoma City, OK 74804 (405) 273-0925 (405) 878-8619 fax primroseretirement.com/shawnee-oklahoma-senior-living-communities

Saint Ann Retirement Center

7501 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73132 (405) 721-0747 (405) 621-7060 fax saintannretirementcenter.com

Sand Sage of West Plains

701 N. Council Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73127 (405) 787-4466 (405) 789-8101 fax sandsageofwestplains.com

Sooner Station

2803 24th Ave. N.W. Norman, OK 73069 (405) 504-9007 soonerstation.com

Southern Plaza Retirement Community

3704 N. Asbury Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 440-1111 southernplaza.net

Tealridge Retirement Community

2100 N.E. 140th St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 433-7908 tealridge.com

The Veraden

2709 E. Danforth Rd. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 331-6576 (405) 330-3417 fax veradenlife.com

Villagio at Bradford Village

300 Enz Dr. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 348-6945 villagioliving.com

Independent Living

Independent living communities are for older adults who are generally able to care for themselves. Some of the independent living options listed in this section are apartment complexes that have senior-friendly amenities, but may not be exclusively for older adults. The utilities column in this section refers to basic utilities, including gas, electric, water, sewer, and trash services. Some properties may also consider services such as telephone, internet, and/or cable TV in their utilities package. Contact the community’s leasing office for details about leasing requirements, payment options, services, and amenities. To help determine if an independent living community meets your specific needs, use the Independent Living Evaluation Checklist on page 29.

Key:

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

HA - OKC Housing Authority

HU - HUD

PP - Private Pay

PB-S8 - Project-Based S8

HCV - Housing Choice Voucher

AI - All Included

PI - Partially Included

CF - Community Facilities

LS - Laundry Services

WH - W/D Hookups in Unit

WP - W/D Provided in Unit

Basic Information and Services

Acclaim Living 12525 N. Pennsylvania Ave.

Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-3200 (405) 752-6099 fax legendseniorliving.com

Autumn House Inc.

500 Adair Blvd.

Midwest City, OK 73110 (405) 732-0644 (405) 737-8048 fax autumnhousemwc.com

Baptist Village of Oklahoma City 9700 Mashburn Blvd.

Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 721-2466 (405) 721-0668 fax baptistvillage.org

Carlstone Senior Living

501 E. Robinson Norman, OK 73071 (405) 701-2951 thecarlstone.com

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

HA - OKC Housing Authority

HU - HUD

PP - Private Pay

PB-S8 - Project-Based S8

HCV - Housing Choice Voucher

AI - All Included

PI - Partially Included

CF - Community Facilities

LS - Laundry Services

WH - W/D Hookups in Unit

WP - W/D Provided in Unit

Basic Information and Services

Chateaux at Mon Abri 2500 N. Broadway Ave. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 285-5100 monabriedmond.com

Clayton Westlake 14721 N. Santa Fe Ave. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 463-0978 claytonwestlake.com

Oklahoma Christian Apartments

325 Enz Drive Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 340-0311 • okchristianapts.com

Oklahoma Disciples Apartments

400 N Fretz Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 340-0311 • okladisciplesapts.com

Trinity Gardens

3825 NW 19th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 947-4143 • trinitygardensapts.com

Villa Isenbart 3801 NW 19th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 947-4143 • villaisenbartapts.com

Superbia Retirement Village 9720 Stacy Court Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 721-5656 • superbia-okc.com

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

HA - OKC Housing Authority

HU - HUD

PP - Private Pay

PB-S8 - Project-Based S8

HCV - Housing Choice Voucher

AI - All Included

PI - Partially Included

CF - Community Facilities

LS - Laundry Services

WH - W/D Hookups in Unit

WP - W/D Provided in Unit

Basic Information and Services

Concordia Life Plan

Community 7707 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 720-7200

concordiaseniorliving.com

Creekside Village

Apartments

25 Creek View Dr. Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 715-9007 (405) 715-9053 fax creeksidevillageedmond.com

Elison Independent Living of Statesman Club 10401 Vineyard Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 927-4259 (405) 775-9008 fax elisonstatesmanclub.com

Epworth Villa 14901 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 752-1200 epworthvilla.org

Grace Pointe Living 1501 Grace Pointe Dr. Moore, OK 73170 (405) 703-0999 gracepointeliving.com

Hefner Mansions

Independent Living 7700 W. Hefner Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 720-8700 mansionsseniorliving.com/ hefner-mansions

Key:

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

HA - OKC Housing Authority

HU - HUD

PP - Private Pay

PB-S8 - Project-Based S8

HCV - Housing Choice Voucher

AI - All Included

PI - Partially Included

CF - Community Facilities

LS - Laundry Services

WH - W/D Hookups in Unit

WP - W/D Provided in Unit

Basic Information and Services

Homestead of Del City

5020 S.E. 44th St. Del City, OK 73135 (405) 619-0079 (888) 585-0444 fax homesteadofdelcity.com

John H. Johnson Senior Community 1213 N.W. 122nd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 849-5200 (405) 849-5437 fax prioritylc.com

Key:

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

HA - OKC Housing Authority

HU - HUD

PP - Private Pay

PB-S8 - Project-Based S8

HCV - Housing Choice Voucher

AI - All Included

PI - Partially Included

CF - Community Facilities

LS - Laundry Services

WH - W/D Hookups in Unit

WP - W/D Provided in Unit

Basic Information and Services

Laurel Springs

151 E. Plantation Ter. Mustang, OK 73064 (405) 265-3301

laurelspringsretirement.com

Lyndale Edmond

1225 Lakeshore Dr. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 704-3990 (405) 359-0802 fax lyndaleedmond.com

Oklahoma Christian Apartments

325 Enz Dr. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 340-0311 (405) 340-1340 fax

Oklahoma Disciples Apartments

400 N. Fretz Ave. Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 340-0311 (405) 340-1340 fax

Parkhill Villas

795 N.E. 4th St. Newcastle, OK 73065 (405) 691-6414 (405) 759-3317 fax dsprops.com

Park Avenue Estates

125 S. Czech Hall Rd. Yukon, OK 73099 (405) 577-2440 (405) 577-2424 fax fairwaymanagement.com/parkavenue

Key:

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

HA - OKC Housing Authority

HU - HUD

PP - Private Pay

PB-S8 - Project-Based S8

HCV - Housing Choice Voucher

AI - All Included

PI - Partially Included

CF - Community Facilities

LS - Laundry Services

WH - W/D Hookups in Unit

WP - W/D Provided in Unit

Basic Information and Services

Primrose Retirement Community of Shawnee 1905 N. Bryan Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 74804 (405) 273-0925 (405) 878-8619 fax primroseretirement.com/shawneeoklahoma-senior-living-communities

Rivermont Independent Living

800 Canadian Trails Dr. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 561-0198 legendseniorliving.com

Saint Ann Retirement Center

7501 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 721-0747 (405) 621-7060 fax saintannretirementcenter.com

Sand Sage of West Plains

701 N. Council Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73127 (405) 787-4466 (405) 789-8101 fax sandsageofwestplains.com

Silver Elm Estates of Edmond

1301 N.W. 178th St. Edmond, OK 73012 (405) 341-4844 (405) 705-8018 fax npmainc.com/listing/silver-elm-seniorapartments-edmond-oklahoma

Key:

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

HA - OKC Housing Authority

HU - HUD

PP - Private Pay

PB-S8 - Project-Based S8

HCV - Housing Choice Voucher

AI - All Included

PI - Partially Included

CF - Community Facilities

LS - Laundry Services

WH - W/D Hookups in Unit

WP - W/D Provided in Unit

Basic Information and Services

Silver Elm Estates of Norman 2100 36th Ave. N.W. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 515-8300 (405) 579-4662 fax npmainc.com/listing/silver-elmsenior-apartments-norman/

Sooner Station 2803 24th Ave. N.W. Norman, OK 73069 (405) 504-9007 soonerstation.com

Southern Plaza

Independent Living 3737 N. College Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 440-1100 (405) 440-1169 fax southernplaza.net

Southwest Mansions

Independent Living 9900 S. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 237-7155 mansionsseniorliving.com

Southwoods Apartments

VOA Property

3308 S.W. 44th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73119 (405) 681-7423 (405) 682-8725 fax voa.org/housing_properties/southwoods

Key:

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

HA - OKC Housing Authority

HU - HUD

PP - Private Pay

PB-S8 - Project-Based S8

HCV - Housing Choice Voucher

AI - All Included

PI - Partially Included

CF - Community Facilities

LS - Laundry Services

WH - W/D Hookups in Unit

WP - W/D Provided in Unit

Basic Information and Services

Superbia Retirement

Village 9720 Stacy Ct.

Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 721-5656

Tealridge Retirement

Living

2100 N.E. 140th St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 433-7908 tealridge.com

The Veraden

2709 E. Danforth Rd. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 331-6576 (405) 330-3417 fax veradenlife.com

Trinity Gardens

3825 N.W. 19th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 947-4143 (405) 947-4199 fax trinitygardensapts.com

Villa Isenbart

3801 N.W. 19th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 947-4143 (405) 947-4199 fax villaisenbartapts.com

Villagio Independent

Living at Bradford Village

300 Enz Dr. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 531-3444 villagioliving.com

Assisted Living

Assisted living communities offer supportive services that help residents maintain their independence. Some assisted living communities offer memory care. A community offering memory care may or may not adhere to Oklahoma’s Alzheimer’s Disease Special Care Disclosure Act. For details about admission requirements, payment options, services, and amenities, call or visit the assisted living community directly. To help determine if an assisted living community meets your needs, use the Assisted Living Community Evaluation Checklist on page 31.

Veterans may qualify for Aid & Attendance financial assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs. For more information on Aid & Attendance, as well as general eligibility requirements for veterans pension benefits, see VA Healthcare Benefits on page 15.

Assisted living centers in Oklahoma are licensed under the Continuum of Care and Assisted Living Act 63

and the Continuum of Care Assisted Living Rules, OAC 310:663. State license is required.

Basic Information and Services

l - Included

s - Extra Cost n - Available

- ADvantage Medicaid Waiver LC - Long-Term Care

PP - Private Pay

Arbor House of Midwest City 9240 E. Reno Ave. Midwest City, OK 73130 (405) 455-3900 (405) 610-6937 fax legendseniorliving.com

Arbor House of Mustang

850 N. Clearsprings Rd. Mustang, OK 73064 (405) 376-2872 (405) 376-2188 fax legendseniorliving.com

Arbor House of Norman 4501 W. Main St. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 292-9200 (405) 292-5672 fax legendseniorliving.com

Arbor House Reminisce 151 48th Ave. S.W. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 310-2499 (405) 801-2472 fax legendseniorliving.com

Ash Street Place

111 S. Ash St. Guthrie, OK 73044 (405) 282-2000 (405) 282-3782 fax ashstreetplace.com

Baptist Village of Oklahoma City 9700 Mashburn Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 721-2466 (405) 721-0668 fax baptistvillage.org

Brookdale Chickasha

801 W. Country Club Rd. Chickasha, OK 73018 (405) 224-8300 (405) 224-7277 fax brookdale.com

Brookdale Edmond

Danforth

116 W. Danforth Rd. Edmond, OK, 73003-5280 (405) 330-9100 (405) 330-3875 fax brookdale.com

Brookdale Edmond

Santa Fe

1500 N. Santa Fe Ave. Edmond, OK, 73003-3639 (405) 330-6600 (405) 330-8343 fax brookdale.com

Basic Information and Services

Brookdale Norman 1701 E. Alameda St. Norman, OK 73071-3076 (405) 573-9200 (405) 573-9298 fax brookdale.com

Brookdale Oklahoma City Southwest 10001 S. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73159 (405) 691-0409 (405) 691-2796 fax brookdale.com

Concordia Life Plan Community 7707 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 720-7200 concordiaseniorliving.com

-

Crystal Place Retirement

400 S.W. 79th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 616-1980 (405) 616-2985 fax crystalplaceretirement.com

Dorset Place Assisted Living and Memory Care 2435 N.W. 122nd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-7800 dorsetplaceseniorliving. seniorlivingnearme.com

Epworth Villa 14901 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 752-1200 epworthvilla.org

Glade Avenue Assisted Living & Memory Care

2500 N. Glade Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 495-7100 (405) 495-7458 fax gladeavenueassistedliving.com

Homestead of Bethany 4101 N. Council Rd. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 787-9200 (405) 787-9208 fax homesteadofbethany.com

Homestead of Del City

5020 S.E. 44th St. Del City, OK 73135 (405) 619-0079 (888) 585-0444 fax homesteadofdelcity.com

Jasmine Estates of Edmond

1001 S. Bryant Ave. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 341-1450 (405) 341-1451 fax jasmineestatesedmond.com

Basic Information and Services

Jasmine Estates of Oklahoma City 2232 S.W. 104th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73159 (405) 237-7070 (405) 237-7074 fax jasmineestatesokc.com

John H. Johnson Senior Community 1213 N.W. 122nd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 849-5200 (405) 849-5437 fax prioritylc.com

Basic Information and Services

Legend at Council Road

11320 N. Council Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 721-0300 legendseniorliving.com

Legend at Jefferson’s Garden

15401 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 705-1717 (405) 285-9415 fax legendseniorliving.com

Legend at Rivendell Assisted Living and Memory Care

13200 S. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405) 691-2300 legendseniorliving.com

Luxe Life Senior Living and Memory Care

1060 Rambling Oaks Dr. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 360-4755 (405) 255-2558 fax luxelifeseniorliving.com

Lyndale Edmond

1225 Lakeshore Dr. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 704-3990 (405) 359-0802 fax lyndaleedmond.com

Basic Information and Services

963 S.W. 107th Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405) 703-4225 (405) 703-4230

Key:

Basic Information and Services

Morada Lake Hefner

7535 W. Hefner Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 773-8300 (405) 773-9337 fax moradalakehefner. seniorlivingnearme.com

Morada Midwest City

615 W. Blueridge Dr. Midwest City, OK 73110 (405) 741-2000 (405) 741-2194 fax moradamidwestcity. seniorlivingnearme.com

Morada Southridge

2500 S.W. 89th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73159 (405) 691-3366 (405) 691-7041 fax moradasouthridge. seniorlivingnearme.com

Primrose Retirement Community of Shawnee

1905 N. Bryan Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 74804 (405) 273-0925 (405) 878-8619 fax primroseretirement.com/ shawnee-oklahoma-seniorliving-communities

Rivermont Assisted Living & Memory Care

750 Canadian Trails Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405) 322-5541 legendseniorliving.com

Saint Ann Retirement Center

7501 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 721-0747 (405) 621-7060 fax saintannretirementcenter.com

Sand Sage of West Plains

701 N. Council Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73127 (405) 787-4466 (405) 789-8101 fax sandsageofwestplains.com

Shawnee Memory Care 1723 N. Airport Dr. Shawnee, OK 74804 (405) 275-1199 (405) 395-0376 fax shawneememorycare.com

Sommerset

Neighborhood Assisted Living & Memory Care 1601 S.W. 119th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405) 691-9221 (405) 691-9253 fax sommersetneighborhood.com

Sooner Station 2803 24th Ave. N.W. Norman, OK 73069 (405) 504-9007 soonerstation.com

Southern Plaza Assisted Living and Memory Care

3704 N. Asbury Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 440-1111 (405) 440-1154 fax southernplaza.net

StoneCreek of Edmond 17701 N. Western Ave. Edmond, OK 73012 (405) 330-5020 (405) 330-5044 fax civitasseniorliving.com/ stonecreek-of-edmond

Teal Creek Senior Living 13501 N. Bryant Ave. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 246-0222 tealcreekseniorliving.com

Basic Information and Services

Tealridge Assisted Living & Memory Care

2200 N.E. 140th St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 433-7908

tealridge.com

The Gardens at Quail Springs 14300 N. Portland Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 970-2121 (405) 607-0781 fax gardensatquailsprings.com

The Harrison of Oklahoma City Assisted Living & Memory Care

10801 S. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405) 363-7360 harrisonoklahomacity.com

The Veraden

2709 E. Danforth Rd. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 331-6576 (405) 330-3417 fax veradenlife.com

Victorian Estates 1129 Cameo Dr. Yukon, OK 73099 (405) 350-1055 (405) 350-1095 fax victorianestatesal.com

Villagio Assisted Living at Bradford Village

300 Hadwiger Ln. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 348-6945 villagioliving.com

Vitality Living Village

2333 Manchester Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 751-8430 (405) 607-8921 fax vitalityseniorliving.com

Basic Information and Services

Nursing Facilities

A nursing home or facility provides 24-hour care and related services for residents who require medical or nursing care. Services and amenities often include nursing care and treatments, medication administration and supervision, memory care, and access to rehabilitation or restorative therapies. Other services and amenities such as ventilator care, on-site health services, wellness programs, transportation, assistance with shopping/errands, hair salon, cable TV, and EMSA memberships may also be available. To help determine if a nursing facility meets your needs, use the Nursing Facility Evaluation Checklist on page 33.

Some facilities may offer memory care. A memory care environment is designed for individuals with a level of cognitive impairment that makes it unsafe for them to continue living at home. A facility offering memory care may or may not adhere to Oklahoma’s Alzheimer’s Disease Special Care Disclosure Act.

Veterans may qualify for Aid & Attendance financial assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs. For more information on Aid & Attendance, as well as general eligibility requirements for veterans pension benefits, see VA Healthcare Benefits on page 15

Nursing facilities in Oklahoma are licensed under the Nursing Home Care Act, 63 O.S., Section 1-1901 et seq. and the Regulations for Licensure of Nursing and Specialized Facilities, OAC 310-675. State licensure is required. Medicare or Medicaid certification is optional, but a facility must be certified in order to accept Medicare or Medicaid as a payment option.

Key:

l - Included

s - Extra Cost

n - Available

IN - Insurance

LC - Long-Term Care Insurance

MC - Medicare

MD - Medicaid

OT - Other

PP - Private Pay

VA - Veterans Affairs Contract

WC - Workers’ Compensation

Accel at Crystal Park

315 S.W. 80th St.

Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 635-9961 (405) 635-9962 fax accelcrystalpark.com

Baptist Village of

Oklahoma City

9700 Mashburn Blvd.

Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 721-2466 (405) 773-3455 inpatient rehab (405) 721-0668 fax (405) 470-7940 fax inpatient rehab

baptistvillage.org

Basic Information and Services

1400 East Memorial Rd Oklahoma City, Ok

Phone: 405-587-0040

Referral Fax: 405-673-5762

Call for a tour today!

At Parc Place Medical Resort, we deliver superior post-hospital care that merges medical excellence with unparalleled comfort. Our expert clinical team specializes in complex rehabilitation and skilled nursing care, providing hospital-caliber treatment in an environment designed for recovery

Our skilled nurses, therapists, and medical team expertly manage everything from orthopedic recovery to specialized medical treatments

Comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs are tailored to each patient, maximizing recovery and independence

Heal in sophisticated private suites while receiving extraordinary medical care. Our proven approach combines cutting-edge rehabilitation with premium amenities, ensuring effective and comfortable recovery We've mastered the balance of outstanding clinical care and upscale comfort to help you return home stronger.

Experience the perfect fusion of exceptional healthcare and refined recovery

Skilled Nursing Skilled Nursing

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Long Term Care

6501 N MacArthur Blvd Oklahoma City, Ok Referral Fax: 405-722-2189/405-721-2385

Specializing in Dementia Care

In our intimate, established community, decades of experience shine through every thoughtful detail. Our specialized memory care wing and comprehensive rehabilitation services are delivered by caregivers who treat residents like family With expert medical care, full-service therapy, and a truly caring team available 24/7, we create a home where clinical excellence and genuine compassion meet

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Long Term Care

2416 N Ann Arbor Ave Oklahoma City, Ok Referral Fax: 405-947-6848

Specializing in traditional Skilled Nursing

In our charming neighborhood setting, residents discover the perfect blend of skilled medical care and heartfelt attention. Our experienced team excels in specialized wound care and rehabilitation services, while creating the close, personal connections that come with a smaller community Here, every care plan is customized, every milestone celebrated, and every resident knows they are home

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Long Term Care

5301 N Brookline Ave Oklahoma City, Ok Referral Fax: 405-601-4033

Exceptional Care, Incuding On-Site Dialysis

At Lodge at Brookline, we provide both skilled rehabilitation and long-term care designed around comfort and convenience Our on-site dialysis services eliminate travel stress, while our specialized wound care and comprehensive therapy programs restore independence

Here, experienced medical excellence meets genuine compassion in every detail. Take advantage of Medicare's 30-day window for skilled nursing care after hospital discharge.

Take advantage of Medicare's 30-day window for skilled nursing care after hospital discharge or make our vibrant community your new home for long-term care.

Bellevue Health & Rehabilitation

6500 N. Portland Ave.

Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 767-6500 (405) 767-6501 fax bellevueokc.com

Bradford Village Healthcare Center

906 North Blvd. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 341-0810

bradfordok.com

Brookwood Skilled Nursing & Therapy

940 S.W. 84th St.

Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 636-0626

brookwoodokc.com

Capitol Hill Skilled Nursing & Therapy

2400 S.W. 55th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73119 (405) 681-5381

capitolhillok.com

Cottonwood Creek Skilled Nursing & Therapy

2300 W. Iowa Ave. Chickasha, OK 73018 (405) 224-6456

cottonwoodok.com

Cross Timbers Senior Mental Health

1400 Buena Vista Ave. Midwest City, OK 73110 (405) 251-9988 (405) 458-8050 fax crosstimbernursing.com

Basic Information and Services

Golden Age Nursing

Home of Guthrie, LLC

419 E. Oklahoma Ave. Guthrie, OK 73044 (405) 282-0144 (405) 282-2129 fax goldenageguthrie.com

Grace Skilled Nursing and Therapy

4554 W. Main St. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 366-8800 graceok.com

Heritage at Brandon Place

13500 Brandon Pl. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 720-0010 (405) 720-1397 fax swltc.com

Heritage Skilled Nursing & Therapy

201 W. Walnut St. Tecumseh, OK 74873 (405) 598-2167 heritagesnt.com

Holiday Heights Healthcare Center

301 E. Dale St. Norman, OK 73069 (405) 321-7932 holidaynorman.com

Ignite Medical Resorts – Norman

1050 Rambling Oaks Dr. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 292-2273 (405) 464-4660 fax ignitemedicalresorts.com

Basic Information and Services

Ignite Medical Resorts – OKC

6312 N. Portland Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 946-6932 (405) 493-9728 fax ignitemedicalresorts.com

Kingwood Skilled Nursing & Therapy

1921 N.E. 21st St. Oklahoma City, OK 73111 (405) 424-1449 kingwoodok.com

Landmark of Midwest City

8200 National Ave.

Midwest City, OK 73110 (405) 737-8200 (405) 331-7550 fax landmark-mc.com

Meadowlake Estates

959 S.W. 107th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405) 703-3400 (405) 703-3401 fax meadowlakeokc.com

Medical Park West

Rehabilitation and Skilled Care

3110 Healthplex Dr. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 321-2188 (405) 321-2171 fax medparkwestrehab.com

Mid-Del Skilled Nursing & Therapy

400 S. Scott St. Del City, OK 73115 (405) 677-3349 middelok.com

Basic

Information and Services

Noble Health Care Center

1501 N. 8th St., P.O. 99 Noble, OK 73068 (405) 872-7102 (405) 872-4174 fax noblehcc.com

Parc Place

Medical Resort

1400 E. Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73131 (405) 875-0040 parcplacemedicalresort.com

Park Place Healthcare and Rehab

1530 N.E. Grand Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73117 (405) 768-1155 (405) 768-1156 fax

Ranchwood Nursing Center

824 S. Yukon Parkway Yukon, OK 73099 (405) 354-2022 (405) 354-8461 fax ranchwoodnursing.com

River Oaks Skilled Nursing & Therapy

1901 Parkview Dr. El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-2833 riveroaksok.com

Senior Village Healthcare Center

1104 N. Madison Ave. Blanchard, OK 73010 (405) 485-3315 seniorvillageok.com

Basic Information and Services

South Park East

225 S.W. 35th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73109 (405) 631-7444 (405) 631-1230 fax southparkeastokc.com

St. Ann’s Skilled Nursing & Therapy

9400 St. Ann Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 728-7888

stannsok.com

The Grand at Bethany Skilled Nursing & Therapy

7000 N.W. 32nd St. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 789-7242 bethanygrand.com

The Lakes 5701 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 773-8900 (855) 250-9487 fax lakesokc.com

The Lodge at Brookline 5301 N. Brookline Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 251-2847

lodgeatbrookline.com

Basic Information and Services

The Regency Skilled Nursing & Therapy 1610 N. Bryan Ave. Shawnee, OK 74804 (405) 275-9004 theregencyok.com

The Timbers Skilled Nursing & Therapy

2520 S. Rankin St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 341-1433 timbersok.com

The Wilshire Skilled Nursing & Therapy

505 E. Wilshire Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73105 (405) 478-0531 wilshireokc.com

Tuscany Village

Nursing Center

2333 Tuscany Blvd.

Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 286-0835 (405) 608-4502 fax tuscanyvillagenursing.com

Warr Acres

Nursing Center

6501 N. MacArthur Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73127 (405) 721-5444 warracresnursingcenter.com

Wildewood

1913 N.E. 50th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73111 (405) 427-5414

l

s

n

IN

LC - Long-Term Care

MC - Medicare

MD - Medicaid

OT

PP

Private Pay

VA - Veterans Affairs Contract

WC - Workers’ Compensation

Willow Creek Healthcare

2300 W. Noble Guthrie, OK 73044 (405) 282-1686 (405) 282-3686 fax willowcreekhealthcare.net

Windsor Hills Nursing Center 2416 N. Ann Arbor

Oklahoma City, OK 73127 (405) 942-8566 windsorhillsnursingcenter.com

Wolfe Living Center 18501 N.E. 63rd St. Harrah, OK 73045 (405) 454-1400 (405) 454-1404 fax wolfelivingcenter.com

Retirement is a significant life event. Like any major change, it brings a certain amount of stress. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that the average length of retirement is 18 years. Don’t let stereotypes of retirement affect your plans or limit your enjoyment of the process.

For more ideas of hobbies to pursue during retirement, visit LIFEseniorservices.org.

Basic Information and Services

Define Relationship Boundaries

One might expect retirement to be the perfect time to rekindle romance with your spouse, now that the kids have moved out and professional careers are over. You will have more time to spend together but many couples struggle with relationships once they retire. This new phase of life requires a shared commitment to defining your new lifestyle and a lot of patience.

Pursue Your Own Hobbies

Finding separate hobbies is one solution to having a peaceful retirement alongside your spouse. For example, he may prefer golf, and she may prefer bridge. You spent your days separate from each other for most of your adult lives, and it is healthy for you to continue to have at least some time away from each other.

Keep Learning

Another retirement myth is the old saying, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” Just because many older folks don’t try new things doesn’t mean they can’t learn new things. According to Scientific American magazine, older adults learning new skills considerably improve their cognitive functioning.

Adult Day Health Services

Adult day health centers provide a coordinated program of professional and compassionate services for adults in a community-based group setting. A well-run adult day health program focuses on enriching participants’ lives by building on their individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and strengths. In addition to social and recreational services, some adult day health centers provide health support services such as blood pressure monitoring, foot care, therapies, specialized Alzheimer’s/dementia care, and assistance with personal care such as assisted showers and incontinence. These programs also provide caregivers a much-needed break to attend to personal needs, run errands, continue working, or rest. Days and hours of operation, scope of services, cost, and payment options vary. For more information, contact the adult day health center directly. To help determine if an adult day health program meets your needs, read the Adult Day Health Services: Person-Centered Daytime Care for Older Adults and Adult Day Health Evaluation Checklist articles starting on page 17.

Veterans may qualify for Aid & Attendance financial assistance from the Department of Veterans. For more information on Aid & Attendance, as well as general eligibility requirements for veterans pension benefits, see VA Healthcare Benefits on page 15.

Key:

l - Services Available

AD - ADvantage Medicaid Waiver

AS - DHS Aging Services

DH - DHS-DDSD Waiver

FA - Financial Assistance

LC - Long-Term Care Insurance

OG - Oxford Respite Grant Contract

OV - Oxford Respite Voucher

PP - Private Pay

SC - Scholarship

VA - Veterans Affairs Contract

Daily Living Centers – Bethany

3000 N. Rockwell Ave.

Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 792-2401 (405) 792-2405 fax dlcok.org

Daily Living Centers – Edmond

2600 E. 2nd St.

Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 471-6867 (405) 906-3251 fax dlcok.org

Daily Living Centers –

Oklahoma City

1681 S.W. 86th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73159 (405) 688-5388 (405) 688-5389 fax dlcok.org

Basic Information and Services

AS

AS

Basic Information and Services

l - Services Available

AD - ADvantage Medicaid Waiver

AS - DHS Aging Services

DH - DHS-DDSD Waiver

FA - Financial Assistance

LC - Long-Term Care Insurance

OG - Oxford Respite Grant Contract

OV - Oxford Respite Voucher

PP - Private Pay

SC - Scholarship

VA - Veterans Affairs Contract

Full Circle Adult Day Center

4223 28th Ave. N.W. Norman, OK 73069 (405) 447-2955 (405) 701-0546 fax fullcircleok.org

Goodwill Adult Day Services

205 S. 5th St. Chickasha, OK 73018 (405) 222-4480 goodwillsont.org

Welcome Home Adult Day Care

11720 S. Western Ave., Ste. A Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405) 692-1800 (405) 676-5509 fax welcomehomeadc.com

WovenLife Adult Day Center

701 N.E. 13th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73104 (405) 239-2525 (405) 239-2278 fax wovenlifeok.org

AD AS

Home Health Agencies

Home health and home care agencies encompass a wide range of health and supportive services delivered in a person’s home. Home health is appropriate when a person prefers to stay at home, but needs ongoing or intermittent care or assistance that cannot easily or effectively be provided solely by family and friends. Home health services can help a person continue recovery after a hospital stay and are an integral part of rehabilitation and long-term care in the home. Home healthcare can consist of skilled care, personal care, and companion care. For some, home health services are an alternative to institutional care. To help determine if a home health agency meets your needs, use the Home Health Agency Evaluation Checklist on page 35

It is important to note that home health agencies usually serve a specific geographical area defined by a service mile radius or by county. Agencies with multiple offices may cover a larger area. For information on service areas, services, and more, contact the agency directly.

Veterans may qualify for Aid & Attendance financial assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs. For more information on Aid & Attendance, as well as general eligibility requirements for veterans pension benefits, see VA Healthcare Benefits on page 15

Home health agencies in Oklahoma are licensed under the Home Care Act, Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes and the rules for Home Care Agencies. State licensure is required. The exception to Oklahoma’s licensing requirements include, but are not limited to: 1) a person acting alone who provides services in the home of a relative, neighbor, or friend; 2) a person who provides housekeeping/maid services only; 3) a nurse service or home aide service conducted by and for any religious denomination.

Basic Information and Services

Home Health Services, Inc. 4501 N. Classen Blvd., Ste. 111 Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-4700 (405) 848-4701 fax

3120 W. Britton Rd., Ste. 202 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 283-3199 (405) 283-3190 fax amadaokc.com

5828 N.W. 135th St., Ste. A Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 748-7104 (405) 748-7285 fax amedisys.com

Angels Care Home Health

4045 N.W. 64th St., Ste.150 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 767-9555 (405) 767-9755 fax angelscarehealth.com

At Home Care Home Healthcare and Private Duty

1901 N. Classen Blvd., #108 Oklahoma City, OK 73106 (405) 843-2333 (866) 425-1131 fax ahcok.com

Basic Information and Services

CARING FOR A SPOUSE OR PARENT?

• 24/7 live telephone assistance.

• No fixed term contract for care.

•

•

Senior Helpers can help you or those you love stay happy, healthy, safe, and independent wherever you call home with up to 24/7 in-home care. We make everyday life more manageable through companionship and personal care services, assistance around the house, and transportation. Our RN-supervised care professionals are Senior Helpers’ employees, trained, background-screened, bonded, and insured.

As experts in senior care, Senior Helpers offers personalized homecare:

• LIFE Profile™ Assessment creates a data-driven care plan that addresses the most important concerns for successful aging and leads the way to Better Assessments, Better Care Plans, and Better Outcomes for our clients.

• Industry-leading Alzheimer’s, dementia, and Parkinson’s care programs that help to maintain dignity and purpose.

• Staying Home Safe™ post-acute or post-rehab recovery care is specifically designed to prevent readmission.

Here for you, Senior Helpers provides the advice, support, personal contact, and communication you expect from your in-home care partner.

Brightstar Care

3000 United Founders Blvd., Ste. 103G Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 896-9600 brightstarcare.com

Carter Healthcare

Norman

2700 Washington Dr., Ste. 100 Norman, OK 73069 (405) 329-6966 (888) 622-4329 fax carterhealthcare.com

Carter Healthcare

Oklahoma City 3105 S. Meridian Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73119 (405) 947-7700 (888) 622-4329 fax carterhealthcare.com

Carter Healthcare

Shawnee

624 W. Independence, Ste. 116 Shawnee, OK 74804 (405) 329-9530 (888) 622-4329 fax carterhealthcare.com

CompleteOK Home Health

1232 S.W. 89th St., Ste. A Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 879-3470 (405) 879-1625 fax completeok.com

Basic Information and Services

1230 S.W. 89th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 691-1333 (405) 691-1337 fax completeok.com

Key:

Cornerstone Home Health, Inc.

8370 N.W. 39th Expressway Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 354-5454 (405) 942-1555 fax cornerstonehomehealthservices.com

Epworth at Home

14901 N. Pennsylvania Ave.

Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 767-9033 epworthathome.org

Entrusted Hearts by Baptist Village 9700 Mashburn Blvd.

Oklahoma City, OK 73162 (405) 720-2401 (405) 720-2556 fax baptistvillage.org

Excell Home Care & Hospice

1200 S.W. 104th St., Ste. D Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 631-0521 (405) 631-2661 fax excellcares.com

Excell Private Care Services

4631 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 639-3939 excellpcs.com

Family Care Home Health Inc.

865 E. 33rd St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 842-5656 (405) 842-5658 fax

Basic Information and Services

First Call Medical Staffing and Home Care

7925 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 842-7775 (405) 842-7254 fax my-firstcall.com

Hearts at Home

Companion Care

1400 N. Porter Ave. Norman, OK 73071 (405) 310-4000 (405) 310-4664 fax heartsathomeok.com

Home Instead

Senior Care

222 E. Eufaula St., Ste. 210 Norman, OK 73069 (405) 310-2756 (405) 310-2753 fax homeinstead.com/634

Homewatch Caregivers of Edmond

3501 French Park Dr., Ste. G Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 444-3002 (405) 444-3911 fax hwcg.com/edmond

Innova Home Health

4100 Perimeter Center Dr., Ste. 210 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 604-9172 (405) 605-2095 fax innovahomecare.com

Basic Information and Services

11212 N. May Ave., Ste. 207 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 810-5128 integritycareok.com

Just For Seniors

4200 Perimeter Center, #245 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 227-0801 justforseniorsok.com

LifeSpring Home Care

2411 Springer Dr. Norman, OK 73069 (844) 329-4545 (405) 801-3700 fax lifespringhomecare.com

Loving Care In-Home

Health Services Noble 100 Woodbriar Rd. Noble, OK 73068 (405) 872-1515 (405) 300-1275 fax lovingcarehealth.com

Loving Care In-Home

Health Services Purcell 301 W. Main St. Purcell, OK 73080 (405) 527-1117 (405) 300-1275 fax lovingcarehealth.com

Loving Care In-Home

Health Services

Shawnee 1940 N. Harrison St. Shawnee, OK 74804 (405) 395-9300 (405) 300-1275 fax lovingcarehealth.com

Loving Care In-Home

Health Services Yukon 1411 Healthcenter Pkwy. Yukon, OK 73099 (405) 805-5500 (405) 300-1275 fax lovingcarehealth.com

Basic Information and Services

Mercy Home Health – Quailbrook

4401 W. Memorial Rd., Ste. 143 Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 486-8600 (405) 752-3598 fax mercy.net/homehealthquailbrook

Mercy Home Health – Yukon

520 S. Mustang Rd., Ste. A Yukon, OK 73099 (405) 262-6877 (405) 422-2558 fax mercy.net/homehealthyukon

Physician Housecalls (405) 896-8058 (855) 223-1999 fax housecallsok.com

Right at Home –Edmond

2948 Via Esperanza Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 471-6201 (405) 471-6203 fax rightathome.net/edmond

Basic Information and Services

IN - Insurance

LC - Long-Term Care Insurance

MC - Medicare

MD - Medicaid

PP - Private Pay

WC - Workers’ Compensation

Right at Home –

Norman

3750 W. Main St., Ste. AA Norman, OK 73072 (405) 216-3726 rightathome.net/norman

Right at Home –NW Oklahoma City 1400 N. Council Rd.

Oklahoma City, OK 73127 (405) 605-6064 (405) 605-6086 fax rightathome.net/northwestoklahoma-city

Senior Helpers of Greater Oklahoma City 10605 N. May Ave.

Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 608-4339 (405) 608-4348 fax seniorhelpers.com/ok/ greater-oklahoma-city/

Sooner Home Health – Norman

2781 Washington Dr., Ste. 111 Norman, OK 73069 (866) 676-1589 (405) 321-7402 fax apathofcare.net

Sooner Home Health – Yukon 4400 Grant Blvd., #107 Yukon, OK 73099 (405) 379-2300 (405) 379-2309 fax apathofcare.net

Sooner Private Services 2401 Tee Circle, #106 Norman, OK 73069 (405) 322-5050 (405) 310-8440 fax soonerprivateservices.net

Basic Information and Services

SSM Health at Home

601 N.W. 11th St., Ste. 200 Oklahoma City, OK 73103 (800) 924-2273 toll-free 3149892904@fax.ssmhealth.com ssmhealth.com/athome

Synergy Home Care of Oklahoma

770 E. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 254-3046 (405) 254-3072 fax synergyhomecare.com

Traditions Health –Chickasha

2222 W. Iowa Ave., Ste. A Chickasha, OK 73018 (405) 224-3366 (405) 224-3362 fax traditionshealth.com

Traditions Health –Edmond

825 S. Kelly Ave., Ste. 170 Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 330-5500 (405) 330-5503 fax traditionshealth.com

Basic Information and Services

Traditions Health –Norman 2400 Tee Circle Norman, OK 73069 (405) 292-1890 (405) 217-9526 fax traditionshealth.com

Traditions Health –Purcell

519 W. Delaware St. Purcell, OK 73080 (405) 527-0027 (405) 527-1423 fax traditionshealth.com

Ultimate One Home Health Care

3617 N.W. 58th St., Ste. 102 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 606-2200 (405) 606-2216 fax uohhc.com

Visiting Angels of Edmond

2000 W. Danforth Rd., Ste. 132 Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 227-9899 (405) 359-7700 fax visitingangels.com/edmond

Visiting Angels of Shawnee

907 E. 35th St. Shawnee, OK 74804 (405) 259-9155 (405) 455-9109 fax visitingangels.com/seokc

Visiting Angels of Southeast

Oklahoma City

9024 S.E. 29th St., Ste. C Oklahoma City, OK 73130 (405) 259-9155 (405) 455-9109 fax visitingangels.com/seokc

Basic Information and Services

Visiting Angels of Southwest Oklahoma City

11705 S. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405) 703-7676 visitingangels.com/swok

Visiting Angels of Yukon 713 S. Mustang Rd. Yukon, OK 73099 (405) 350-6700 (405) 354-0541 fax visitingangels.com/yukon

Basic Information and Services

Hospice Care Agencies

Hospice programs provide supportive services and palliative care to individuals with a terminal diagnosis. The focus of hospice care is on meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the individual and their family, while fostering the highest quality of life possible. To learn more about hospice care, see the Understanding Hospice Care article on page 27. To help determine if a hospice care agency meets your needs, use the Hospice Care Agency Evaluation Checklist on page 37

Hospice services are covered under Medicare (Part A), by the Veterans Administration, and most private health insurance plans. While Oklahoma’s ADvantage Medicaid Waiver program does cover hospice care, Oklahoma’s traditional Medicaid program, also called SoonerCare, does not.

It is important to note that hospice agencies usually serve a specific geographical area defined by a service mile radius or by county. Agencies with multiple offices may cover a larger area. For information on service areas, services, and more, contact the agency directly.

Veterans may qualify for Aid & Attendance financial assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs. For more information on Aid & Attendance, as well as general eligibility requirements for veterans pension benefits, see VA Healthcare Benefits on page 15.

Hospice programs in Oklahoma are licensed under the Hospice Licensing Act, 63 O.S., Section 1-860.1 et seq., and the Hospice Regulations, OAC 310:661. State licensure is required. Medicare certification is optional.

Basic Information and Services

Key:

l - Services Provided

AD - ADvantage Medicaid Waiver IN - Insurance

MC - Medicare PP - Private Pay

Carter Healthcare Hospice of Central Oklahoma

3105 S. Meridian Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73119 (405) 947-7700 (405) 686-9485 fax carterhealthcare.com

CompleteOK Hospice

1232 S.W. 89th St., Ste A Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 879-3470 (405) 879-1625 fax completeok.com

Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care

1301 S.E. 59th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73129 (405) 632-9631 (405) 632-1807 fax crossroadshospice.com

l - Services Provided

AD - ADvantage Medicaid Waiver IN - Insurance

Basic Information and Services

Emerald Hospice Edmond 925 N.W. 164th St., Ste. B Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 285-8787 (405) 285-8242 fax emeraldhospice.com

Emerald Hospice Stroud 401 W. Main St. Stroud, OK 74079 (918) 968-9600 (918) 968-9602 fax emeraldhospice.com

Enhabit Hospice

4005 N.W. Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 735-5121 (405) 735-5479 fax ehab.com

COPING WITH GRIEF

1. Take care of yourself – Eat right, exercise and get plenty of sleep. Avoid unhealthy habits, like smoking and drinking, that can put your health at risk.

2. Talk to caring friends – Let others know when you want to talk.

3. Find a grief support group – It might help to talk with others who are also grieving. Check hospitals, religious groups, hospices and local organizations.

4. Don’t make major changes right away – It’s smart to wait a while before making big decisions like moving or changing jobs.

5. Talk to your doctor – If you’re having trouble with everyday activities, like getting up in the morning or fixing meals, talk to your doctor.

6. Consider additional support – Sometimes attending one-on-one therapy can help.

7. Be patient – Mourning takes time. It’s common to have roller-coaster emotions for a while.

Epworth at Home 14901 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 767-9033 epworthathome.org

Excell Home Care & Hospice

1200 S.W. 104th St., Ste. D Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 631-0521 (405) 631-2661 fax excellcares.com

Good Shepherd Hospice Norman 1370 N. Interstate Dr., #160 Norman, OK 73072 (405) 928-2777 goodshepherdhospice.com

Good Shepherd Hospice OKC 4350 Will Rogers Pkwy., Ste. 400 Oklahoma City, OK 73108 (405) 943-0903 goodshepherdhospice.com

LifeSpring Home Care

2411 Springer Dr. Norman, OK 73069 (844) 329-4545 (405) 801-3700 fax lifespringhomecare.com

Loving Care Hospice Noble 100 Woodbriar Rd. Noble, OK 73068 (405) 872-1515 (405) 300-1275 fax lovingcarehealth.com

Loving Care Hospice Purcell 316 W. Polk St. Purcell, OK 73080 (405) 527-3756 (405) 300-1275 fax lovingcarehealth.com

Basic Information and Services

l - Services Provided

AD - ADvantage Medicaid Waiver IN

Medicare

Loving Care Hospice Shawnee

1940 N. Harrison St. Shawnee, OK 74804 (405) 395-9300 (405) 300-1275 fax lovingcarehealth.com

Mercy Hospice –Quailbrook

4401 W. Memorial Rd., Ste. 116 Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 486-8600, Option 1 (405) 936-5890 fax mercy.net/hospicequailbrook

Russell-Murray Hospice

2001 Parkview Dr. El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-3088 (405) 262-3082 fax rmhospice.org

SSM Health at Home

601 N.W. 11th St., Ste. 200 Oklahoma City, OK 73103 (800) 924-2273 toll-free 3149892904@fax.ssmhealth.com ssmhealth.com/athome

Suncrest Hospice

5100 N. Brookline Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 578-9710 (405) 676-6140 fax suncrestcare.com

TenderCare Hospice

4251 28th Ave. N.W., Ste. 111 Norman, OK 73069 (405) 928-9900 (405) 928-2750 fax apathofcare.net

Basic Information and Services

Traditions Health Chandler 101 S. Oak St. Chandler, OK 74834 (888) 819-2119 (405) 936-9435 fax traditionshealth.com

Traditions Health Edmond 825 S. Kelly Ave., Ste. 150 Edmond, OK 73003 (888) 819-2119 (405) 936-9435 fax traditionshealth.com

Traditions Health Norman 2416 Tee Circle Norman, OK 73069 (405) 330-2300 (405) 330-2305 fax traditionshealth.com

Valir Hospice Care 800 N.W. 6th St., Ste. 202 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 609-3636 (866) 496-9020 fax valir.com/hospice-care

Basic Information and Services

PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) provides comprehensive medical care and community-based services for people age 55 or older who wish to continue living in their homes and who meet a certain level of care as determined by a Registered Nurse’s assessment. For more information on PACE, see the Helping Seniors Remain at Home With PACE article on page 19.

Veterans may qualify for additional financial assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs in the form of benefits, including Veterans Administration Aid & Attendance. For more information on Veterans Aid & Attendance, as well as general eligibility requirements for Veterans Pension benefits, see VA Healthcare Benefits on page 15.

Valir

PACE Center: 721 N.W. 6th St. • Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Alternative Care Site: 2411 Main St. • Choctaw, OK 73020 (405) 609-3688 (877) 887-5107 fax valir.com/pace

What is a PACE Program?

PACE is a medical and social services program for seniors who want to continue living in their own home or community. A team-based approach to care results in dramatically reduced hospitalization rates, fall rates and positive health outcomes. Together with a PACE team, participants design a personalized care plan that helps to keep them independent and safe.

For more information about PACE programs, visit the

Specialty Hospitals

Acute care and specialty hospitals provide specialized care for medically complex patients who are critically ill, have multi-system complications, and/or have conditions requiring aggressive and continuous acute care services for longer periods of time. The length of stay in an acute care hospital is usually longer than 10 days and averages 25 days.

AMG Specialty Hospital of Oklahoma City

4300 W. Memorial Rd. • Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 936-5822 (405) 936-5559 fax amgihm.com

AMG Specialty Hospital is an 18-bed long-term acute care hospital located on the second floor of Mercy Hospital. AMG specializes in the acute care of critical illnesses and respiratory failure with a high wean rate from the ventilator. A team of physicians, physician specialists, nurses, PT, OT, and speech therapists collaborate to treat patients. Families may visit 24/7. Medicare, Medicaid, and various commercial insurances accepted.

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals – Shawnee

1900 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. • Shawnee, OK 74801 (405) 395-5800

chghospitals.com

This hospital is accredited by the CIHQ as a Center of Excellence in Long-Term Acute Care and a Center of Excellence in Respiratory Therapy. This 34-bed specialty hospital offers a broad range of specialized programs including critical care, infectious disease, pulmonary, neurology, and wound care programs. Medicare accepted.

Inspire Specialty Hospital

8210 National Ave. • Midwest City, OK 73110 (405) 739-0800 (405) 331-7910 fax inspirehospital.com

This facility is a 31-bed long-term acute care hospital that has been serving the Oklahoma City area and rural communities since 1998. It provides services such as respiratory care, including ventilator weaning, as well as a comprehensive wound care program. Joint Commission certified. Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurances, and private pay accepted.

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Oklahoma City

1407 N. Robinson Ave. • Oklahoma City, OK 73103 (405) 232-8000 (866) 736-5081 fax pamhealth.com

A 59-bed long-term acute care hospital providing specialized inpatient programs for patients with injuries, disabilities, and serious illnesses. Services include physical, speech, and occupational therapies; ventilator services; and a comprehensive wound care program. Medicare accepted.

Select Specialty Hospital – Oklahoma City

3524 N.W. 56th St. • Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 606-6937

selectspecialtyhospitals.com

A 72-bed, free standing critical illness recovery hospital specializing in medically complex care, brain injury, infectious disease, renal disorders, and more. Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurances, and private pay accepted.

Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals

These hospitals provide rehabilitation and special services to patients staying on-site. In addition to the facilities listed below, most standard medical and surgical hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation. Check the listings for Nursing Facilities on page 60 for information about long-term care facilities that provide rehabilitative services.

INTEGRIS Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation Edmond

4801 Integris Pkwy. • Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 644-5356

integrisok.com/locations/rehabilitation/integris-jim-thorpe-rehabilitation

INTEGRIS Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation North

3300 N.W. Expressway • Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 644-5356

integrisok.com/locations/rehabilitation/integris-jim-thorpe-rehabilitation

INTEGRIS Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation South

4219 S. Western Ave. • Oklahoma City, OK 73109 (405) 644-5356

integrisok.com/locations/rehabilitation/integris-jim-thorpe-rehabilitation

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Oklahoma City

5401 W. Memorial Rd. • Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 384-5250 (866) 455-0471 fax mercy.net

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Oklahoma City South 7900 Mid-America Blvd. • Oklahoma City, OK 73135 (405) 731-8800 (866) 455-0471 fax mercy.net

Oklahoma City Rehabilitation Hospital, LLC

10240 Broadway Extension • Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 900-8850 (405) 900-8914 fax oklahomacity-rehab.com

Rehabilitation Center at SSM Health – St. Anthony Hospital

1000 N. Lee Ave. • Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 231-8927 (405) 270-7563 fax

ssmhealth.com/locations/location-details/st-anthony-rehabilitation-center

Valir Rehabilitation Hospital

700 N.W. 7th St. • Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 656-0667 (405) 239-7180 fax valir.com/rehabilitation-hospital

Funeral and Cremation Services

Affordable Cremation Service cremation-okc.com

10900 N. Eastern Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73131 (405) 521-8777

Alternatives Cremation and Funeral Service funeralok.com

447 S.W. 89th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 443-8085

Asa Smith Funeral Service asasmith.net

2039 Tim Holt Dr. Harrah, OK 73045 (405) 454-2201

Barnes Friederich Funeral Home bffuneralhome.com

1820 S. Douglas Blvd. Midwest City, OK 73130 (405) 733-2991

Community Funeral Home community-guthrie.com

1624 N. Pine St. Guthrie, OK 73044 (405) 282-5100

Crawford Family Funeral & Cremation Service crawfordfuneralservice.com

610 N.W. 178th St. Edmond, OK 73012 (405) 340-2333

Demuth Funeral Home demuthfuneralandcremationsociety.com 1145 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 843-5521

Edmond Cremation Center crawfordfuneralservice.com 610 N.W. 178th St. Edmond, OK 73012 (405) 340-2333

Ford Funeral Service fordfuneral.com

305 S. Sooner Rd. Midwest City, OK 73110 (405) 677-9990

Havenbrook Funeral Home

havenbrookfuneralhome.com 3401 Havenbrook St. Norman, OK 73072 (405) 329-0101

Heritage Funeral Directors heritagefuneralhomeokc.com 1300 N. Lottie Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73117 (405) 424-5100

Hillcrest Memory Gardens hillcrestmemorygardensinc.com 12813 N.E. 50th St. Spencer, OK 73084 (405) 771-3711

Ingram, Smith & Turner Mortuary ingramsmithturner.com 201 E. Main St. Yukon, OK 73099 (405) 354-2533

John M. Ireland & Son Funeral Home and Chapel johnirelandfuneralhome.com

Locations:

• Oklahoma City

3228 S. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73119 (405) 799-1200

• Moore

120 S. Broadway Ave. Moore, OK 73160 (405) 799-1200

Matthews Funeral Home & Cremation Service matthewsfuneralhome.com

601 S. Kelly Ave. Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 341-2787

McElyea and Owens Funeral Group

mcelyea-owens.com 5106 N. Harrison St. Shawnee, OK 74804 (405) 695-5006

McKay Davis Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc.

mckaydavisfh.com 1616 N.E. 36th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73111 (405) 424-3339

McMahan’s Funeral Home

mcmahans-funeralhome.com

616 S. 8th St. Noble, OK 73068 (405) 872-3466

Mercer-Adams Funeral Service mercer-adams.com

3925 N. Asbury Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 495-4363

MidDel Cremation Center fordfuneral.com

305 S. Sooner Rd. Midwest City, OK 73110 (405) 677-9990

Moore Funeral and Cremation moorefuneralcremation.com

400 S.E. 19th St. Moore, OK 73160 (405) 794-7600

OK Cremation & Funeral Home, LLC. okcremation.com

2415 N. Walnut Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73105 (405) 230-1310

Oklahoma City Cremation oklahomacitycremation.com

910 N.W. 79th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 608-4141

Parks Brothers Funeral Service parksbrothers.net

Locations:

• Chandler 617 Manvel Ave. Chandler, OK 74834 (405) 258-1177

• Meeker 114 S. Fowler St. Meeker, OK 74855 (405) 567-2237

Resthaven Funeral Home & Memory Gardens resthavenokc.com

500 S.W. 104th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 691-1661

Signature Cremation & Funeral Care signaturecremations.com 9654 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 494-6554

Smith-Gallo Funeral Home smithgallo.com

220 N. First St. Guthrie, OK 73044 (405) 282-2272

Smith & Kernke Funeral Homes & Crematory smithandkernke.com

Locations:

• May Avenue 14624 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 302-0021

• 23rd Street 1401 N.W. 23rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73106 (405) 528-7542

Tribute Memorial Care tribute.care

Locations:

• Norman 708 24th Ave. N.W. #300 Norman, OK 73069 (405) 292-4787

• Southwest tributesw.care 5311 E. Highway 37 Tuttle, OK 73089 (405) 381-2273

Vondel Smith Mortuary vondelsmithmortuary.com

Locations:

• North 13125 N. MacArthur Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 720-1439

• South 6934 S. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73139 (405) 634-1439

• South Lakes 4000 S.W. 119th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73173 (405) 692-5503

Wadley’s Funeral Service wadleysfuneralservice.com

303 W. Washington St. Purcell, OK 73080 (405) 527-6687

Wilson Funeral Home wilsoncares.com

100 N. Barker El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-3311

Nutrition Sites and Senior Centers

Nutrition sites offer hot, nutritious meals at public locations. Some may offer delivery to home-bound seniors. Senior centers offer planned activities, with or without participation in the nutrition program. Contact each center for hours of operation, activity schedules, age requirements, fees and/or meal prices.

Pottawatomie

Caregiver Tool Belt

As a caregiver, you want to make things as easy as possible for yourself and your loved one. Having important documents gathered in advance will save you from having to search for what you need while under pressure.

Here is a full list of documents caregivers should have on hand for their loved ones — or, at a minimum, know where “On hand” simply means easily printed copies you keep within arm’s reach. Place printed copies in looseleaf notebooks that can be left at the care recipient’s home and in your car or home as well — somewhere they can be easily found. In this digital world, it’s also a good idea to have easily accessible digital copies scanned on your computer or stored in a secure folder or app on your smartphone so that you can email them on

Documents to Keep Safe

You might be asking if all of this is necessary, and the answer is a firm “maybe.”

Part of being a caregiver is planning and preparing for the unexpected. When the unplannable and unexpected come your way, you’ll be glad to know that you have some of the tools and information that may be necessary in places where you can easily access them.

The list of current medications can truly be a lifesaver if your loved one is admitted to the hospital or establishes new medical services. Some older adults are on multiple medications and missing a dose or two could be critical. Use the helpful form provided on page 23 instead of relyng on memory or medical staff’s ability to access records.

Copy of driver’s license and insurance cards

Copy of Power of Attorney, Advanced Directive, and Do Not Resuscitate order (if you have one)

An ongoing log of current medications including changes. Use the form on page 23

Lists of all doctors with their contact information and if possible, bonus points for including the name of the nurse or office person that communicates most with you

Any critical passwords you may need to log in to a cell phone, a home computer, electronic medical records, or places where the above-listed documents might be

NOTES

NOTES

GUIDE TO ADVERTISERS

BUSINESSHAVEATULSAASWELL?

IN LIFE’S VINTAGE GUIDE TO HOUSING & SERVICES

We do our best to keep up with the rapidly expanding senior service industry, but we need your help. If you know of a senior housing option or senior care service that is not listed in LIFE’s Vintage Guide to Housing & Services, please let us know. If you are a senior service business owner and/or operator whose services do not yet appear in the Guide, we hope you’ll give us a call to discuss how a free listing can help seniors and caregivers in Central Oklahoma and Northeast Oklahoma find you.

Central Oklahoma Guide is distributed through LIFE Senior Services, the Metropolitan Library System, select 7-Elevens, CVS Pharmacies,

Crest Foods, local hospitals, senior service providers, and area businesses. The Guide is also available in a fully-searchable,

Make better healthcare part of your routine.

Searching for healthcare that competes at a higher level in Oklahoma?

At ArchWell Health, you’ll enjoy a community of caring that’s totally focused on you and your needs as an older adult. Plus, we’re:

• Right in your neighborhood

• Ready to see you today

• On a first-name basis with our members

Scan the code to visit ArchWellHealth.com or call (405) 251-8885 to become a member.