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14 Celebrating 30 Years

Happy anniversary, LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine! We are celebrating 30 years of serving the Tulsa community through educational, interesting and fun articles and columns that keep seniors and caregivers informed, involved and entertained.

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16 M eet LIFE’s Legacy Award Winners

In celebration of Older Americans Month, the third annual LIFE’s Legacy Awards recognize four Tulsa-area seniors who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to improving our community and the lives of older adults.

22 Hitting Your Stride

alking and running are great ways to get W regular physical activity. Not only does walking improve circulation, but it can also stop the loss of bone mass for those with osteoporosis. Also, meet Richard Irons, an 82-year-old with an unparalleled zest for life and staying active.

LEGACY AWARDS

Do you have a talent for tickling funny bones?

LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine is looking for jokes and funny short stories to share with our readers in an upcoming issue.

Short stories should be no longer than 200 words, and all stories and jokes must be squeaky clean.

You can submit your funnies online at www.

LIFEseniorservices.org/jokes.

Typed jokes and stories can be submitted by mail and should include your name as you would like it printed. Mail them to Editor, LIFE Senior Services, 5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa, OK 74135.

The deadline for submission is

Friday, May 27.

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24 K eeping Pace with PACE

Few people are keen on giving up the familiarity, independence and comfort of their own home or family member’s home. Thanks to PACE, people who might be forced to move to a nursing home due to poor health or lack of a family caregiver are given the assistance they need to remain at home, most, for the duration of their lives.

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D ollars & Sense

Tips for Avoiding Probate

The probate process can be longer, shorter or even nonexistent depending on the degree of estate planning completed before death. Because probate can be expensive and complicated, it’s important to know what you can do to make it easier for loved ones to access property and inheritances quickly and easily.

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The Dinner Belle

Take Yourself to the Maxx

Some call it the Main Street of America or the Mother Road. In Oklahoma, we know it best as Route 66. Any restaurant that plants itself along this historic road has a tall order to fill.

At Maxxwells Restaurant, the food speaks for itself.

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Submissions will be featured in the July 2016 issue of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine.

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Vol. 30, No. 11 LIFE Senior Services, Inc. Publisher Laura Kenny President and Chief Executive Officer Kelly Kirchhoff Director of Marketing and Strategic Planning Erin Shackelford Managing Editor eshackelford@LIFEseniorservices.org Landry Harlan Associate Editor lharlan@LIFEseniorservices.org Bernie Dornblaser Advertising Director bdornblaser@LIFEseniorservices.org Leah Weigle Graphic Designer and Photographer Carol Carter Copy Editor Carrie Henderson Bowen Circulation Coordinator cbowen@LIFEseniorservices.org dick mccandless Community Distribution

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

This publication is printed and mailed at no charge. Donations of any amount are appreciated and will help offset LIFE Senior Services’ production costs.

A donation of $25 per year is suggested.

From the Publisher 6 Looking Back 8 Caregiver Corner 10 Silver Alert Medicare & You 12 Medicare and Health Savings Accounts 1 Noteworthy 29 Mindbender & Puzzles 30 Business Directory 33 Calendar 34 LIFE EDU 35 People & Places 36 Classifieds 37 Vintage Friends 39

To make a donation, visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org/vintagedonate or call (918) 664-9000.

LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine accepts advertising to defray the cost of production and distribution, and appreciates the support of its advertisers. The publisher does not specifically endorse advertisers or their products or services.

LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine reserves the right to refuse advertising. Rates are available upon request by calling (918) 664-9000. © LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine and LIFE Senior Services, Inc., 2016.

All rights reserved.

Reproduction without consent of the publisher is prohibited.

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“Fulfilling our mission to promote and preserve independence for seniors – today – tomorrow – always, LIFE Senior Services is proud to bring you LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine.”

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lder adults are a growing and increasingly vital part of our country. The contributions they make to our communities are varied, deeply rooted and include influential roles in the nation’s economy, politics and the arts. From 69-yearold NASA Administrator Charles Bolden, Jr. to 84-year-old actress Rita Moreno to 83-year-old Ruth Bader Ginsberg, who took her seat as a Supreme Court Justice at age 60, older adults are blazing trails in all aspects of American life.

In 1963, we began to acknowledge the contributions of older people by using the month of May to celebrate Older Americans Month. Led by the Administration for Community Living, the annual observance offers the opportunity to learn about, support and celebrate our nation’s older citizens. This year’s theme, “Blaze a Trail,” emphasizes the ways older adults are reinventing themselves through new work and new passions, engaging their communities and blazing a trail of positive impact in the lives of people of all ages.

Laura Kenny President and CEO of LIFE Senior Services, LIFE’s Vintage Housing and LIFE PACE

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This month, we look at some local “trailblazers,” including our four incredible LIFE’s Legacy Award winners. For the third year, we are recognizing and honoring seniors for their commitment to improving our local community and the lives of older adults through LIFE’s Legacy Awards. Starting on page 16, you will meet the winners, each with an amazing story of leadership, inspiration, volunteerism or family caregiving. The winners’ personal stories and dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of others will warm your heart.

You’ll be inspired by the passion and positivity of Richard Irons. After having a brain tumor and part of his lung removed when he was in his sixties, Irons realized he needed to get moving to get healthy. With an upbeat attitude, a smile and a desire to motivate

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others, he started on an incredible journey – one that would take him all the way to the Boston Marathon.

Read more about Irons and a few of the many health and wellness benefits of walking and running on page 22.

LIFE Senior Services’ mission is to promote and preserve independence for seniors. To that aim, we initiated the steps to open a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in Tulsa. That dream was fully realized on Jan. 1, 2015, when the doors to our LIFE PACE clinic opened. Since then, the LIFE PACE program has successful kept many seniors in their homes and fully engaged in the community.

In Keeping Pace with PACE on page 24, learn more about this innovative program and the many medical, social, nutritional and rehabilitative services it provides.

Finally, this year marks LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine’s 30th anniversary! Although we have certainly grown and changed over the years, our dedication to providing seniors, caregivers and aging professionals up-to-date information remains the same. For our anniversary, we’re taking a look at some of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine’s most noteworthy moments on page 14. You’ll also find out how to send us a birthday present of sorts – $30 for 30 years of publishing LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine. In order to continue delivering the Newsmagazine free of charge to seniors and caregivers throughout the Tulsa community, we depend on the generous donations from our supporters. To all of our readers, thank you for helping to make LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine what it is today!

Here’s to 30 more!

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|| Honoring Tulsans Who Served All photos courtesy of Tulsa Historical Society.

Two Hillcrest Medical Center nurses standing beside a memorial site, 1950s.

A. E. Bradshaw and Major Bob Johnson at the Sixth War Loan Rally at 4th Street and Main Street, November 1944.

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WWI soldier with crutches and a cane, standing on the steps of the War Bond Building, c. 1917.

Military personnel stand with Director of Civilian Defense William T. Calvert in front of a memorial at Boulder Park. The memorial’s inscription reads “In Memory of Tulsa County’s Honored Dead of World War II,” Feb. 25, 1945.

in history this month in history

May 2, 1933: Loch Ness monster was sighted Accounts of a beast living in Scotland’s Loch Ness date back 1,500 years, but the modern legend was born in 1933. The local paper reported that a couple saw “an enormous animal rolling and plunging on the surface.” Today, there is almost a constant vigil on the loch. While nothing conclusive has been found, sonar and other anomalies continue to perplex researchers.

May 17, 1943: Memphis Belle flew 25th bombing mission The Memphis Belle crew, one of a group of American bombers based in Britain, became the first B-17 crew to complete 25 missions over Europe.

The last mission was a bombing raid against Lorient, a German submarine base. A fictional film about the B-17, called Memphis Belle, was released in 1990, and starred John Lithgow, Matthew Modine and Eric Stoltz.

May 7, 1915: Lusitania torpedoed The British ocean liner Lusitania was torpedoed without warning by a German submarine off the south coast of Ireland. Of the 1,959 passengers and crew, 1,198 people drowned, including 128 Americans. Over the next few years, Germany would sink multiple American and British ships, which led President Wilson to declare war. America entered WWI on April 6, 1917.

May 21, 1932: Earhart completed transatlantic flight Five years to the day that American aviator Charles Lindbergh became the first pilot to accomplish a solo, nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean, female aviator Amelia Earhart became the first pilot to repeat the feat, landing her plane in Ireland after flying across the North Atlantic. Earhart traveled over 2,000 miles from Newfoundland in just under 15 hours.

May 14, 1804: Lewis and Clark departed One year after the Louisiana Purchase, the Meriwether Lewis and William Clark expedition left St. Louis, Missouri, on a mission to explore the northwest from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. On Sept.

23, 1806, the expedition returned, bringing back a wealth of information about the largely unexplored region, as well as valuable U.S. claims to Oregon Territory.

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May 25, 1977: Star Wars opened Memorial Day weekend opened with an intergalactic bang as the first of George Lucas’ blockbuster Star Wars movies hit American theaters. The incredible success of Star Wars – it received seven Oscars, earned $461 million in U.S. ticket sales and grossed close to $800 million worldwide – began with an extensive marketing push by Lucas and his studio months before the movie’s release. © The History Channel www.LIFEseniorservices.org

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ccording to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), almost 1 in 5 Americans will be 65 years or older by 2030. Furthermore, the NIA reports that older adults over the age of 85 years are one of the fastest growing population segments in the United States. The aging process can be challenging. As Bette Davis famously said, “Old age is no place for sissies.”

Unfortunately, the aging process can be complicated by diseases and severe cognitive impairments, like dementia, which can muddle the already difficult responsibilities of family caregivers. The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that 6 in 10 people with dementia will wander and become confused about their locations. In some cases, they will get into their cars to drive to familiar places, but not arrive at their destinations or return home. In such instances, caregivers can call the non-emergency police phone number to initiate a Silver Alert – a public notification that can help protect cognitively impaired seniors, as well as other motorists. If a law enforcement officer determines the situation warrants a Silver Alert, an official Silver Alert will be issued.

Silver Alert Program In 2007, the Oklahoma House of Representatives – with help from key individuals like Oklahoma Silver Haired Legislative member Dorothy Harman-Cassel and Oklahoma Department of Public Safety’s Telecommunication Manager Gene Thaxton – tasked the Department of Public Safety with developing a program to help locate missing or lost seniors. The Oklahoma Silver Alert program was the result.

A Silver Alert, similar to an Amber Alert, is a public alert notification that is meant to help locate missing older adults, primarily those suffering from illnesses, like Alzheimer’s or related dementias, that could impede their ability to make sound, logical decisions. “Silver Alerts are the responsibility of the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (OLET).

OLET will disseminate information about the missing older adult statewide or regionally. Older adults who walk away from residences and do not have a mode of transportation will likely not qualify for a Silver Alert,” said Thaxton.

Silver Alert notifications are displayed on highway message boards and include information about the vehicle that the missing senior would likely be driving. In addition to message boards, news outlets often publicize the Silver Alert’s vehicle information, as well as a description of the person and, if available, a recent photo. According to Thaxton, there are 40 to 60 Silver Alerts issued per year in Oklahoma.

Requesting a Silver Alert Remember to call 911 in the event of a life-threatening emergency.

If you feel a Silver Alert is an appropriate course of action to locate a missing, cognitively impaired older adult, Thaxton suggested calling the non-emergency phone number for your local police or sheriff ’s

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Help Police Help You According to Thaxton, there are a few things that caregivers and senior living communities can do to help aid authorities in the event a Silver Alert is issued.

• Caregivers should maintain a current picture of their loved ones. Senior living communities should maintain a current picture of all senior residents. Try to keep digital copies for easy distribution to media outlets and law enforcement.

• Caregivers should keep a current record of the makes, models and license plate numbers of their loved ones’ vehicles. Senior living communities should keep the same information for all their residents who drive.

• If possible, try to provide law enforcement with a description of the clothing that the individual was wearing the last time he or she was seen.

For more information about the Silver Alert program, contact Gene Thaxton, the Oklahoma coordinator for Amber Alerts and Silver Alerts, at (405) 425-2231.

by Jessica Allen, MS, LIFE’s Community Education Specialist Sources: www.alz.org and www.nia.nih.gov

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DRIVING AND DEMENTIA

LIFE Senior Services is hosting a two-day Driving and Dementia course developed by MIT’s AgeLab, Hartford Group and AARP. Attendees will learn about driving assessments, family and community support options, and community resources that will help when and if driving cessation is necessary. Respite care will be available during these sessions.

Monday, May 9 and 16 • 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

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SAFE RETURN PROGRAM

The Medic Alert Foundation and the Alzheimer’s Association have partnered to create the Safe Return Program. The Safe Return Program is a 24-hour, nationwide emergency response for individuals with dementia who wander or have a medical emergency.

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As employers cut back on healthcare spending, more are offering high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) among their benefit options. HDHPs feature higher deductibles than traditional insurance plans, but they can be combined with a health savings account to allow you to pay for qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses on a pre-tax basis.

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ith a health savings account (HSA), employees can save money to pay the plan’s higher upfront out-of-pocket costs, and they can reduce their taxable income by contributing pre-tax dollars from their paycheck. HSA funds are not taxed as long as they are used to pay for qualified medical expenses. Your current employer may oversee your HSA or you may have an individual HSA that is overseen by a bank, credit union or insurance company.

HOW DO I QUALIFY FOR A HSA?

In order to qualify for a HSA, you must be covered under a HDHP, not enrolled in Medicare and you cannot be claimed as a dependent for tax purposes on someone else’s tax return. If you have a HSA and you will soon be eligible for Medicare, it is important to plan ahead and understand how enrolling in Medicare will affect your HSA.

WHAT HAPPENS TO MY HSA IF I ENROLL IN MEDICARE? If you enroll in Medicare Part A and/or Part B, you can no longer contribute to your HSA. The month you enroll in Medicare (typically the month of your 65th birthday), the account overseer switches the contributing balance to your HSA to $0 per month. By law, people with Medicare are not allowed to put money into a HSA. This is because you generally cannot have any health coverage other than a HDHP if you are putting money into a HSA. However, you may withdraw money from your HSA after you enroll in Medicare to help pay for medical expenses (e.g., deductibles, premiums, copays or coinsurances). If you use the account for qualified medical expenses, it will continue to be tax free.

SHOULD I DELAY ENROLLMENT IN MEDICARE SO I CAN CONTINUE CONTRIBUTING TO MY HSA? Whether you should delay enrollment in Medicare so you can continue contributing to your HSA depends on your circumstances. If you work for a small employer (fewer than 20 employees), you typically need to take Medicare when you first qualify, even though you will lose the tax advantages of your HSA. Healthcare coverage from small employers pays secondary to Medicare. This means that if you fail to enroll in Medicare when you are first eligible, you may have little or no health coverage.

Security retirement benefits or Medicare, you don’t have to do anything.

As long as your employer has 20 or more employees, you can postpone applying for Social Security and Medicare and continue to contribute to your HSA until you stop working.

WHAT IF I AM COVERED UNDER MY SPOUSE’S HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT AT WORK? The IRS rule affects only employees age 65 or older who have HSAs through their employment because they are the ones who contribute to HSAs from their before-tax earnings at work. The rule does not affect covered spouses over age 65, who can continue to use funds from the working spouse’s HSA for approved medical purposes.

HOW WILL MY SOCIAL SECURITY RETIREMENT BENEFIT AFFECT MY HSA COVERAGE?

If you are collecting Social Security retirement benefits when you become eligible for Medicare, you will be automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B. If you are not collecting Social Security retirement benefits when you become eligible for Medicare, you must actively enroll yourself during your initial enrollment period by calling your local Social Security office. Whether you are enrolled in Part A and Part B automatically or you enroll yourself, you cannot continue to contribute to a HSA once you have Medicare.

WORD OF CAUTION

If you do not take Medicare when you first qualify, you must take special precautions if and when you do decide to collect Social Security benefits (either while working or when you retire). You need to be sure to stop all contributions to your HSA up to six months before you collect Social Security.

This is because when you apply for Social Security, Medicare Part A will be retroactive for up to six months (as long as you were eligible for Medicare during those six months). Under IRS rules, that leaves you liable to pay six months of tax penalties on your HSA.

by Cindy Loftin Medicare Assistance Program Coordinator at LIFE Senior Services Sources: www.medicareinteractive.org and www.healthcare.gov

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Happy anniversary, LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine!

This year, we are celebrating 30 years of serving the Tulsa community through educational, interesting and just plain fun articles and columns especially tailored for seniors, caregivers and aging services professionals. Let’s take a look back at LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine’s 30 years.

Noteworthy Moments in Newsmagazine History

1986

2016

• Mailing an average of 46,000 copies of the Newsmagazine a month

• First published by Tulsa Senior Services (now LIFE Senior Services) • Called the Vintage Tulsan

2015

• First editors were Carol Palazzolo and Linda Hair

Summer 1986

2000

• Changed the name to The Vintage Newsmagazine • Switched to tabloidstyle magazine format, like it is today

• November 2014 issue won Bronze National Mature Media Award

• Distributed to Tulsa-area senior center members, libraries and people subscribed to Southwestern Bell’s “Silver Pages,” a directory primarily for seniors

2001

• Upgraded to semi-glossy paper instead of newspaper print • Mailed an average of 25,000 copies of the Newsmagazine a month

• First full-color cover

2014

• Awarded the 2014 Achievement in Aging Media Partner of the Year at Oklahoma’s Conference on Aging

September 2000

2003

• First entirely full-color publication

2009

• Changed the name to LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine • Mailed an average of 37,000 copies of the Newsmagazine a month • Ask Dr. Danette column awarded Silver National Mature Media Award

Sentiments “LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine continually provides up-to-date, relevant and much needed information to seniors and caregivers in our area.

I’ve enjoyed watching the Newsmagazine transition over the years and evolve to meet the changing and growing needs of the senior population in our community.” – Laura Kenny, LIFE Senior Services, LIFE PACE and LIFE’s Vintage Housing CEO “Many thanks for an excellent publication. [It’s] informative, a good read, and it lifts our spirits and makes us feel that we are still a part of the community.” – A grateful senior reader “LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine definitely has grown to be a publication that is well known in its own right. The Vintage has a similar stature of other publications for senior populations. We talked about moving to OKC [at one point], too, but we wanted to do it well in our own town.” – Bill Major, executive director of the Zarrow Family Foundations and former CEO of LIFE Senior Services (1991 – 2010)

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• Interview with Dan Rather

2011

• Interviews with Ted Koppel, Governor Mary Fallin and artist P.S. Gordon • First digital edition of LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine published

$30 for 30 Thanks to the support of LIFE Senior Services, advertisers and donors, we have been able to distribute LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine throughout the community free of charge for 30 years!

If you want to help us continue to mail the Newsmagazine into the homes of seniors and caregivers in our area for free, please consider making a donation of $30 to help offset our rising printing and postage costs.

You can make your tax-deductible donation by calling LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000 or by going to www.LIFEseniorservices.org/vintagedonate.

Thank you in advance for supporting LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine. Here’s to 30 more years!

While it’s been 30 years, many of us remember 1986 like it was yesterday! Take a trip down memory lane with a list that is “totally ‘80s.”

POLITICS President: Ronald Reagan Vice President: George H. W. Bush Oklahoma Senators: David L. Boren and Don Nickles Oklahoma Governor: George Nigh

NOTABLES • First nonstop flight around the world • Inaugural Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration • Space shuttle Challenger tragedy • Return of Halley’s Comet • Chernobyl nuclear disaster • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame debut induction • Launch of the Human Genome Project

ECONOMICS Median Household Income: $24,900 Cost of New Home: $104,000 - $118,000 Price of a Stamp: $.22 Cost of Gasoline: $.93 a gallon Movie Ticket Price: $3.71

ENTERTAINMENT Popular Movies • Top Gun • Platoon • Ferris Bueller’s Day Off • Crocodile Dundee

MUSIC Number One Songs • How Will I Know, Whitney Houston • Addicted to Love, Robert Palmer • West End Girls, Pet Shop Boys • Papa Don’t Preach, Madonna • Stuck with You, Huey Lewis and the News • True Colors, Cyndi Lauper • You Give Love a Bad Name, Bon Jovi • Walk Like an Egyptian, The Bangles

SPORTS Super Bowl: Chicago Bears beat New England Patriots World Series: New York Mets beat Boston Red Sox NBA Championship: Boston Celtics beat Houston Rockets

LIVING ON TULSA TIME Mayor: Dick Crawford University of Tulsa President: Joseph Paschal Twyman Event of the Year: Arkansas River flood Grab a Bite • Crystal’s Pizza • Tabouli’s • Pee Wee’s Hamburgers • Molly Murphy’s • Rex’s Chicken • Metro Diner Entertainment • First Reggaefest in Veteran’s Park • American Theatre Company, resident troupe of the Brook Theatre • Celebrity Attractions brings Broadway to Tulsa PAC

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Meet LIFE’s

LEGACY AWARD In celebration of Older Americans Month, the third annual LIFE’s Legacy Awards recognize four Tulsa-area seniors who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to improving our community and the lives of older adults.

WINNERS

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ois Gatchell has served as a prominent leader in Tulsa for much of her 95 years, bringing about tremendous social and civic change. She served as the first executive director of both the Community Relations Commission (CRC) and the Margaret Hudson Program and was one of the first female deacons in the Episcopal Church in Oklahoma.

Gatchell grew up in South Dakota, but moved to Oklahoma when her husband Don’s job brought them to Tulsa. Gatchell’s first job in Tulsa was at the National Conference of Christians and Jews, where she served as program coordinator from 1958 to 1963. The organization assembled community leader groups to discuss issues, such as fair housing, policecommunity relations, religion and education. Being the program coordinator during a volatile period for civil rights struggles was one of Gatchell’s first big career challenges.

Gatchell went on to serve as the first executive director for the CRC (now called the Human Rights Commission) with the city of Tulsa from 1963 to 1969. She addressed the needs of Tulsa’s many minorities.

“When civil rights became a hot topic, the community had to develop a response,” Gatchell said.

Lois Gatchell, a prominent community leader for much of her 95 years, has brought tremendous change in Tulsa by improving the area’s minority opportunities and teen pregnancy assistance.

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As director, she started a Native American community center. “There were so many Native Americans moving into the city at that time, and sometimes they had a hard time getting healthcare or finding jobs.”

While at the CRC, Gatchell also tackled issues, such as the public accommodation law and housing legislation.

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She was also a part of a committee composed of Planned Parenthood, the public health department and Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA). The committee helped spark a dream in Gatchell and others to create the Margaret Hudson Program, a comprehensive service program for teen parents, which would offer academic, health, counseling and child care services. Gatchell was the first executive director for the program, working there from 1969 to 1980. This type of program was desperately needed during Gatchell’s tenure. “In 1971, 25 percent of all babies born in Oklahoma were born to teenage mothers,” said Gatchell.

“Nothing good was happening for teenage mothers – they were dropping out of school, and there was tension in their homes with their parents,” Gatchell said.

Since the inception of the Margaret Hudson Program in 1968, the program has helped more than 10,000 mothers and their babies, said Dr. Genelle Coleman, the program’s current executive director.

During the same time, Gatchell decided to pursue her deaconship with the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma. “The church was reforming with the idea of admitting women to study for the priesthood,” said Gatchell. “The priest in my church talked to two of us and said, ‘Why don’t you try it?’”

In 1977, after two years of study, she became one of the first female deacons in Oklahoma and added the title of reverend to her name. One of Rev. Gatchell’s acts of leadership as a deacon was helping to start the St. Dunstan’s Day Service Program in 1986, which helped adults who couldn’t function without supervision during the day.

Following her retirement from the Margaret Hudson Program, Gatchell consulted with national adolescent parenting programs across the country, including the Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Foundation and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ teen pregnancy and parenting program.

In addition to having a career that made a great difference in the lives of so many, Gatchell also raised three children – Doug, Martha and Laurie.

She also has two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Gatchell has spent her lifetime looking out for those that society has sometimes overlooked and leading others to do the same. She has brought tremendous change to the Tulsa area in the realms of minority opportunities and teen pregnancy assistance.

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HArold Battenfield Training residents was Battenfield’s greatest personal honor. “When you look at how many orthopedic residents there are in town, 26 percent came from our program,” said Battenfield. But he is quick to note that he didn’t “dream up” the residency program. “My trainer devoted so much of his time to me,” he explained. “I felt the need to return that favor.”

Battenfield’s passion for medicine earned him top honors in his profession.

He received an award for outstanding contributions to the field in 1994 from the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, was named the University of Health Sciences Kansas City College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Alumnus of 2001 and was recognized with the Osteopathic Founders Foundation’s Physician of the Year Award in 2002.

Harold Battenfield wrote his book, Braiding Generations: A Grandfather Breaks the Code, after retiring as an orthopedic surgeon. Battenfield’s book can be purchased on Amazon, at Ribbons on Peoria (3525 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa) and at Ida Red (3336 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa).

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f you’re searching for inspiration, you’d be hard pressed to find someone more inspiring than Dr. Harold Battenfield. He has spent his life inspiring others – from mentoring young physicians to serving those in need to enriching the lives of his grandchildren.

For many years, Battenfield has dedicated his time to serving others outside the medical profession, as well. He has served food at the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless, obtained supplies for Marshall Elementary School, helped build homes for Habitat for Humanity and served on numerous community boards and committees. “His selfless dedication of his time has inspired others to do the same,” said Tracy.

Today, Battenfield is embracing his “job” as a grandfather with his signature enthusiasm. He is no ordinary granddad. From building a 300-square-foot playhouse entirely out of cardboard boxes to spending New Year’s Eve making blowguns out of PVC pipe and using miniature marshmallows as ammunition, Battenfield is rarely at a loss for creative ways to be involved with his three grandchildren.

Together, they have learned to fly on a trapeze, made the world’s longest domino train, floated the length of the Arkansas River and built a superduper, high-flying swing in the backyard, among countless other activities.

Battenfield describes his childhood as “straight out of Grapes of Wrath.” He was born in California where his parents had moved to pick fruit. “But there were so many migrants there, the state of California paid for us a one-way ticket to leave,” said Battenfield.

But just being the world’s most awesome grandfather wasn’t enough for Battenfield. His lifelong love of learning and inspiring others compelled him to, quite literally, write the book on being a better grandparent. Just one catch: his writing skills were limited to medical reports.

So the family headed home to Oklahoma and settled in Muskogee. He wanted to attend college so badly he paid for his education with the money he earned carrying groceries at Safeway. He even hitchhiked to Northeastern State University (NSU) in Tahlequah. “I received no money from my parents,” he recalled. “If Northeastern hadn’t been there, I wouldn’t have gone to college. I’m so grateful for that education.”

Not to be deterred, Battenfield set about learning how to write. He joined a writing group where he said, “I discovered I didn’t know what I didn’t know.” Soon, he began taking every writing class he could find, attending three classes a week at the University of Tulsa, Oklahoma State University in Tulsa and Tulsa Community College. His writing improved and a memoir began to emerge.

After graduating from NSU, he went on to medical school at the University of Missouri at Kansas City. He was a practicing orthopedic surgeon until he retired six years ago.

In December 2015, Battenfield’s dream came true. He published his book, Braiding Generations: A Grandfather Breaks the Code, a “how to” book of sorts, designed to motivate grandparents to connect in new ways with young family members and gain insights into their own lives.

He established the Department of Orthopedics at Tulsa Regional Medical Center in 1975 and was the department chairman for 17 years. He was also responsible for starting the post-graduate training programs in orthopedic surgery at the center, serving as its program director for 21 years.

“His commitment to training went beyond normal medical education,” said Ken Tracy, who nominated Battenfield for LIFE’s Legacy of Inspiration Award. “He served as a mentor for each resident for years, giving counsel as much in life and family issues as professional matters. The dedication to service instilled in the residents Dr. Battenfield trained and inspired ... over 43 years of practice will continue for generations.”

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Not only does Battenfield’s book remind us all of the importance of family, his stories and insight are much like the doctor himself – an inspiration to parents and grandparents everywhere.

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Marilyn Chaboudy

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arilyn Chaboudy is not your average senior volunteer.

At 84 years young, she spends several hours each week teaching seniors how to play basketball and pickleball.

Most interestingly, many of the seniors she coaches have never played a sport before.

Chaboudy has always been an active person. She grew up playing basketball and softball. Later in life, she was a nun at Marquette Catholic School and also coached their basketball, track and softball teams. “We asked her how she did that in her [religious] habit,” said one of her former senior basketball players. “Her reply was, ‘I just tucked that thing up and did it!’”

Chaboudy enjoyed her time at Marquette and has fond memories of coaching teams in the “dungeon” – the nickname for the basement area that housed the basketball court. One year, she even led her basketball team to a state victory.

Nowadays, Chaboudy logs more hours than any other volunteer at LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster, said Jamey Henderson, LIFE’s Senior Center specialist. She is at the center four days a week coaching two of her favorite sports.

Pickleball, a sport similar to tennis and badminton, has gained popularity among seniors over the last few years, and Chaboudy can be credited with bringing the game to LIFE’s Senior Center. “Since Chaboudy started the Southminster program, a dozen or so other Tulsa churches and recreation centers have added pickleball courts,” said Caroline Johnson, who nominated her for the award.

Chaboudy said she found out about pickleball from a friend who played it in Broken Arrow. Some of the Broken Arrow players came to the Southminster center to teach their participants, and it quickly caught on.

“Because of her devotion and guidance, pickleball has grown immensely,” said pickleball player Phyllis Weisrock. “She is a smart, challenging coach who unselfishly donates countless hours to build the program.”

Pickleball has become a phenomenon at LIFE’s Senior Center, with teams playing Monday morning through Friday afternoon and a weekly average of 95 players, beginners through advanced. Chaboudy has also started a pickleball program at the Jewish Community Center on Sunday afternoons.

JoAnn Murray, a pickleball player and member of the Happy Hoopers, the senior center’s women’s basketball team that Chaboudy has coached since 2009, said Chaboudy is extremely generous with her time and attention.

“Her ‘followers’ [basketball and pickleball players] love her and would do anything for her!”

These “followers” proved their love for Chaboudy one Christmas by gathering several hundred dollars for a coach’s gift and purchasing Chaboudy a FitBit, so she could keep track of her daily activity. Aside from coaching, Chaboudy also remains active walking her dog around Heller Park, playing

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Marilyn Chaboudy coaches pickleball and basketball at LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster four days a week, logging more hours than any volunteer there.

golf and attending a functional movement class at the Senior Center and a weightlifting class at the Zarrow Campus. “I don’t want to just sit around; I want to play!” Chaboudy said.

“She may be 12 years older than I am, but I enjoy playing with or against her,” said Rusty Johnson, a pickleball player. “She plays an extremely competitive game, and none of us goes easy on her.”

Chaboudy said one of the most rewarding things she gets out of volunteering is seeing people get better at sports. “I like teaching people how to play sports, especially women who haven’t had a sports background. It’s a rewarding thing to see people improve.”

Many of the Happy Hoopers had never played basketball before, so Chaboudy started with the basics – how to shoot, dribble and move the ball around. Each Monday, her team scrimmages against another team, and they have basketball drills on Thursdays. Her team also represents LIFE Senior Services at the Senior Olympics every year.

Chaboudy said her favorite part of being a coach is getting to cheer for people. “A high-five makes a big difference to someone,” she said. “You always need someone cheering for you.”

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John Claybon “He would be there every morning before she was wheeled to breakfast,” said Jenkins. “He would apply her lipstick, powder and put on her jewelry.

He even had a mirror hung in her room in order for her to make certain everything was done to her liking before she left the room.”

Claybon fed his wife breakfast and lunch every single day, helped decorate her room and even assisted the attendants at the nursing home. “He was so helpful; they all enjoyed his presence, patience and jovialness every day from 7 a.m. until sometimes 3:30 p.m.,” Jenkins recalled.

Beyond her lipstick, powder and jewelry, Claybon knew how important Sundays were to Naomi. Every Sunday he would dress her in her church attire and wheel her to the nursing home’s church service. Two Sundays, however, he arranged for Naomi to attend the service at their church, First Baptist Mohawk.

Every day for nearly two years, John Claybon faithfully visited his wife Naomi at the Tulsa Nursing Center. Today, he still goes to the Tulsa Nursing Center to see the residents and staff to pass out hugs and brighten the halls with his cheerful personality.

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ohn Claybon is a prime example of the saying, “You get what you give.” His never-ending love and devotion to his wife Naomi brought joy not only to her life, but to the lives of nearly everyone he’s encountered.

He was truly the “other half ” to his precious wife throughout their entire 64 years of marriage. It was a story filled with compassion, commitment, dedication and love.

“He helped make it possible for her to wear her favorite color – purple – and secured the help of the center’s van service,” said Jenkins. “Naomi was so excited and even got the chance to speak to the congregation. It was a wonderful moment for both husband and wife.”

The couple was also able to return to their home for her 87th birthday celebration with relatives and friends and for their 64th wedding anniversary on Christmas Eve 2014.

Despite her dementia, Naomi always recognized her wonderful husband and anxiously awaited his daily arrival. During the two years she spent at the nursing home, Claybon was late only two days due to snow. Those nights he slept in a lounge chair in her room, just so he could be there when she woke up. “I didn’t feel obligated to spend every day with her,” said Claybon. “I just wanted to be with her.”

In nominating her father for LIFE’s Legacy of Family Caregiving Award, Sherri Jenkins said, “[Claybon is] a wonderful father, grandfather, greatgrandfather, friend and loving person. But most importantly, he was a wonderful and attentive husband to his wife Naomi.”

Throughout Naomi’s illness, Claybon focused on the moments he could share with the love of his life. “We knew she wouldn’t get better,” he explained. “We knew it was coming. The doctor said she wouldn’t get over it, so the whole family was prepared. Now, the memories keep me going. And I stay busy.”

Even though the couple met at Booker T. Washington High School in Tulsa, they weren’t high school sweethearts. “We just spoke in high school,” recalled Claybon. “We met again after college at a wedding, and that was it.

We were married one year later on Christmas Eve.”

In addition to riding his bike a half mile every morning, Claybon volunteers every Tuesday and Friday at the Tulsa Air and Space Museum.

And he still goes to the Tulsa Nursing Center every Thursday to see the residents and the staff.

An electrician, Claybon worked side by side with his wife who served as a bookkeeper and administrative assistant for their successful business, Claybon Electric Company. Their home was filled with more love and laughter with the addition of their two children, John and Sherri.

“They look for me and miss me if I’m not there,” he said. “I know everyone by name, and I hug every last person there.”

Several years ago, Naomi started showing signs of dementia. Claybon began caring for his wife at home and handling the household duties, such as cooking, cleaning and shopping. In May 2013, Naomi decided it was time for a change. “She decided it was time to move to a nursing home,” said Claybon. So she moved into the Tulsa Nursing Center. But that didn’t stop Claybon from caring for his wife. For nearly two years, Claybon visited his wife every morning to help her dress and take her to breakfast.

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Caregiving is simply Claybon’s nature. It’s embedded in his DNA. He can’t seem to stop caring for others, whether it’s sharing his time or his pleasant smile and personality with those around him. John Claybon is truly a gift that keeps on giving.

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Richard Irons runs down the trails at River Parks on a sunny morning.

On May 25, more than 100,000 older adults across the country will be participating in fitness activities as part of National Senior Health and Fitness Day (NSHFD). Celebrating its 23rd year, NSHFD is organized with a goal to promote the importance of regular physical activity and to showcase what local organizations are doing to improve the health and fitness of older adults in their communities.

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lder adults at all levels of physical fitness are encouraged to participate in National Senior Health and Fitness Day,” said Patricia Henze, NSHFD program manager. “Our goals for Senior Day are to make exercise fun, to increase awareness of the benefits of a regular exercise program for older adults and to encourage all older adults to take advantage of the many health and fitness programs offered in their communities.” So, let’s get moving!

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Improves sleep. A study out of Seattle found that women between the ages 50 and 75 who went on morning walks were less likely to suffer from insomnia than women who didn’t walk.

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Supports your joints. Joint cartilage gets nutrition from joint fluid that circulates as we move. The impact that comes from movement, such as walking and running, can squish the cartilage and bring oxygen and nutrients into the area. If you don’t move, joints are deprived of life-giving fluid, which speeds deterioration of the cartilage.

Get Moving

Walking and running are great ways to get regular physical activity. Not only does walking improve circulation, but it can also stop the loss of bone mass for those with osteoporosis. Bottom line: adding movement in your life makes you feel better. A simple walk around the block is enough to get your blood pumping and muscles working.

Top 12 Most Powerful Reasons to Start Walking Walking …

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L eads to a longer life. According to the University of Michigan Medical School, regular exercise, like walking and running, can lengthen your life by eight or more years.

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I mproves circulation, lowers blood pressure and wards off heart disease.

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H elps your bones stay strong. A study by a Boston hospital showed that 30 minutes of walking each day reduced the risk of hip fractures by 40 percent in post-menopausal women.

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Improves your breathing, causing oxygen to move faster through the bloodstream, helping to eliminate waste products and improve your energy level and ability to heal.

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Lowers your risk of Alzheimer’s. A study from the University of Virginia found that men between the ages of 70 and 93 who walked more than a quarter mile per day had half the incidence of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, compared to those who walked less.

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Can slow mental decline. The University of California studied 6,000 women, age 65 and older, and found that age-related memory decline was lower in those who walked more.

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Can help you do more for longer. Movement, especially aerobic walking, may reduce the incidence of disability in the activities of daily living, like eating, bathing and dressing, in people older than 65.

Get Living

Richard Irons, an 82-year-old Tulsan, decided to get moving when he was 66. After surviving a brain tumor removal, having part of his lung removed and several other health issues, Irons decided something in his life needed to change.

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C an help you lose weight. A brisk 30-minute walk can help burn 200 calories or more. Calories burned lead to pounds dropped.

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P uts you in a better mood. You might not like it at first, but overall, your mood will improve. A California State University study showed Irons didn’t set out to become a runner; he simply wanted to start moving that the more steps people took during the day, the better their moods to better his health, take advantage of what health he did have and not were. Walking releases natural painkilling endorphins in the body. give in to old age. He decided to start walking, and soon he found himself running around the neighborhood’s high school track. The next thing you Tones your muscles. Stronger muscles help lessen arthritis pain. know, he was running the Boston Marathon.

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Getting started is easy if you just make it a priority. “Start off by walking to the mailbox. The next day, to the corner of the block, and then the next time around the block,” Irons said. “Then try running. It’s not the distance that matters or how fast you go; it’s your commitment, discipline and attitude.

You have to learn not to make excuses. Don’t ever say you can’t because what you’re really saying is you won’t. Moving makes you feel better and think better.”

Irons has run 12 marathons, and at 82 years young, he runs 4 to 10 miles three days a week. One day a week, you can find him running down the trails at River Parks, perhaps wearing his signature vest emblazoned with his slogan of sorts, “Fully Rely on God.” “I wouldn’t be out here if He didn’t want me to be,” said Irons.

Besides running, Irons also does an hour of floor exercises throughout the week.

“Exercise improves your confidence and self-esteem,” Irons explained. “It doesn’t matter where you are; you can walk in a mall or near your home.” Your neighborhood, a nursing home or even walking in place in the comfort of your own home will work, you don’t need a special place to get fit.

“Every day is a good day; there are always more blessings than problems,” Irons rejoiced. “A worry is a waste of time – you can always overcome it.”

Positivity is everything.

Get Fit for Life

If you need some help getting inspired or want the support of fellow movers and shakers, consider joining a walking or running group.

Tulsa Walking Club

“It’s been in Tulsa for 30 years,” said Rhonda Shockey, president of Tulsa Walking Club. “Most states have at least one club, but we have three. We are one of the more active states.”

The group hosts meetings, walks and fun events throughout the year. “We don’t require that people join. They can come to any meeting or walk and there is no fee or entrance,” said Shockey. If you do choose to join and become “official,” it’s only $12 for a yearly membership, and that includes the whole family.

The group meets for walks Monday nights, Tuesday mornings, and the first and third Saturday of the month. They also meet the second Wednesday of the month (except July, August and December) for a monthly meeting. “If you are interested, I encourage you to come see what it’s about,” said Shockey.

Typically, the group walks an equivalent of a 5k, but don’t get discouraged if you can’t go that far. “If you want to go a short distance, that’s fine. If you want to go 100 yards, it’s fine. We just want to get you moving and connected to other walkers,” said Shockey.

The group is meeting May 7 at 8:30 a.m. in downtown Tulsa for a walk, as well at May 21 at 9:30 a.m. at Tallgrass Prairie in Pawhuska, which will also include a picnic lunch. “Everyone’s welcome!,” said Shockey. For more details about these events and others, contact Shockey at tulsawalkingclub@gmail.com or (918) 855-0195.

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y brother was very ill,” said Angela Myrick of her 68-yearold brother, Raymond Busby.

Busby had diabetes and breast cancer. He lived alone and, as his health declined, Myrick said he feared his family would “lock him away” in a nursing home. “He didn’t want to go to a nursing home,” said Myrick. But she knew he wasn’t safe living alone. “He began to have memory problems and wasn’t taking his medication.”

A co-worker suggested she contact the local Area Agency on Aging, and they referred her to LIFE Senior Services’ LIFE PACE program.

Within a month, Busby was getting the assistance he needed to remain in his home until his death last December. “One lady came in the morning to help him, and one in the evening,” said Myrick.

“He wanted to remain in his own home, and PACE helped him stay independent.”

Like Busby, few people are keen on giving up the familiarity, independence and comfort of their own home or family member’s home. Thanks to PACE, people who might be forced to move to a nursing home due to poor health or lack of a family caregiver are given the assistance they need to remain at home, most, like Busby, for the duration of their lives.

What is PACE?

“PACE is an acronym for Program of AllInclusive Care for the Elderly,” said Dr. Thomas Costner, medical director for LIFE PACE. “Our goal is to keep people in their home. That’s what it’s all about. That’s what they want, and really that’s what the family wants.”

What makes the program unique is that it truly is “all-inclusive.” Everything the fragile elderly need to remain out of nursing homes is provided, including medical care, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, prescriptions, adult day health services, transportation to and from appointments, nutritional consulting, medical equipment/supplies, caregiver support, home health aides, meals, specialist visits, hospice services and more.

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several successful pilot programs have been initiated. “In 1997, the Balanced Budget Act made the PACE model permanent under Medicare and Medicaid,” said Iboria Holt, director of SoonerCare Delivery Systems, the state Medicaid program, which includes PACE. PACE has been in Oklahoma since the Cherokee Nation opened Cherokee Elder Care in Tahlequah in 2008. Since that time, two additional programs have opened – LIFE PACE in Tulsa through LIFE Senior Services and Valir’s PACE in Oklahoma City through Valir Health, both opening in 2015.

Costner, a family practice physician who specializes in geriatrics, hospice and palliative care, had been impressed with the PACE model for years. “I was excited when they came to me and asked me to get involved with it in Tulsa. I thought, ‘It’s finally happening here!’”

“Nursing homes are expensive to the tax payer,” added Costner. “The PACE program has been shown to significantly reduce the cost of care to a fragile senior by 20 percent. [In the end,] only about 7 percent of PACE participants actually require 24-hour care.”

A Team Approach

PACE also offers a unique and highly effective team approach to medical care. “There aren’t several providers giving medicines that other providers don’t know about,” said Costner. “Our RN case managers know all about our patients and how they are doing. We have interdisciplinary team meetings to make decisions.” Professionals at the team meetings include the medical director, nurse practitioner, nurse, case manager, physical therapist, occupational therapist, recreation therapist, medical social worker, transportation leader and representative from LIFE Senior

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Our goal is to keep people in their home. That’s what it’s all about. That’s what they want, and really that’s what the family wants.

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Why so Few PACE Programs?

“Healthcare providers would love to start PACE programs because of the continuity of care,” said Holt. “It’s a wonderful model, and they love it. The problem is that the start-up costs are enormous.” According to Holt, it only takes about two to three years before start-up costs are recovered, though.

“But finding people who are willing to invest that kind of money and wait two to three years to get the return on their investment is difficult.”

Benefits to PACE Participants

Our RN case managers know all about our patients and how they are doing. We have interdisciplinary team meetings to make decisions.

- Dr. Thomas Costner, medical director for LIFE PACE Services’ Adult Day Health center. “It is an integrated team of people who each know the patient,” said Costner. “Their combined input creates the perfect healthcare plan. It is what medicine should be for everybody.”

Support for Caregivers

“If a caregiver must work and the elderly individual can’t be left alone, PACE offers home health services to come in, fix meals, and help with bathing and other personal care,” said Holt. “We prop the family up and even provide respite care to assist the caregiver,” said Costner, who understands the challenges of caregiving, as he was a caregiver for his own aging parents.

Eligibility

“To qualify for PACE, individuals must be 55 years or older, live in a zip code area that is served, meet nursing home level of care and be able to safely live in the community,” said Holt. “Most of Tulsa’s zip codes are covered,” she added.

“There are strict criteria that the state Medicaid program looks at to determine if a patient is eligible for a nursing home,” said Costner. “PACE doesn’t determine it; the state does.” Some of the things taken into consideration are an individual’s health and cognitive status and ability to perform activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation and personal care.

Cost to Participants

Participants who are covered through both Medicare and Medicaid have no additional medical costs once enrolled. Everything, even hospitalization and nursing home care, if needed, are covered.

Patients who are covered only by Medicare must make a monthly payment to cover the Medicaid portion of the program, and younger participants who are not financially eligible for Medicaid and too young for Medicare, must pay a monthly fee for participation. However, that fee is generally less than the monthly fee for nursing home care.

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o additional copayments: “If participants are hospitalized, they don’t N have hospital copayments. When they need medication, they don’t have any pharmacy copayments. They don’t have to try to decide which drug to get because they can’t afford the copay on all their drugs,” said Holt.

Access to an adult day health center: Though the adult day health center is open to any senior who would benefit from assistance, meals and socialization during the day, PACE participants may attend at no additional charge and have the added benefit of having their physician and/or nurse practitioner monitoring them daily. “They get a lot of social interaction at the adult day health center and can participate in a variety of activities, such as arts and crafts, games, movies and exercise classes,” said Holt.

A physician or nurse is available 24 hours a day: “If the participant is at home, and it’s the weekend, they can call and the nurse triages them to see if they need to go to the emergency room,” said Holt.

Transportation is provided: “Transportation providers pick them up and take them to the adult day health center or to a specialist,” said Holt. “They have the same driver each time who is aware of their medical needs, so they develop a relationship with that person.”

The transportation piece was particularly helpful to Myrick. “The people from PACE would pick him [Busby] up and take him to his appointments, and I could just meet him there. I didn’t have to take extra time off work to pick him up.”

Central location: Physical and occupational therapy, the health clinic, and the adult day health center are all in one location.

Visits to specialists are provided: PACE contracts with the participant’s specialists, such as cardiologists, urologists and dentists for approved services.

Preventative medicine: “Instead of waiting for a fall to happen, we get physical therapy involved to strengthen at-risk seniors and work on their balance,” said Costner. “The cost of a fractured hip is astronomical, and then they are often institutionalized after that.”

“When I tell my colleagues all that PACE offers they say, ‘You’re kidding,’” said Costner. “When we show what this program can do, I think there will be more PACE clinics pop up in different locations.”

“PACE is the best kept secret in Tulsa,” added Myrick. “It is a true blessing.”

Postscript

After writing this article, I applied for LIFE PACE for my own 86-year-old father. We have completed the two-hour home visit and are waiting to hear from the Department of Human Services regarding his financial and nursing home eligibility.

by Cindy Webb

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robate is the process of legally proving a will in court and distributing the assets therein. The probate process can be longer, shorter or even nonexistent depending on the degree of estate planning completed before death. Because probate can be expensive and complicated, it’s important to know what you can do to make it easier for loved ones to access property and inheritances quickly and easily.

“Probate is opened if needed to pass title to assets. Assets include real property held solely in the descendant’s name, high-dollar personal property and even bank accounts or accounts without beneficiary designation,” said Catherine Welsh, attorney and counselor at law at Welsh and McGough, PLLC. “A simple probate generally takes about six months, start to finish.

This time estimate, however, does not take into account probates that are contested or require property to be sold. Sometimes probates can take over a year to finish.”

Probate Process

The probate process begins when a petition is filed that includes the deceased’s will or a statement that no will was found. From there, the court assigns a case number for the estate proceedings and sets a hearing date to appoint a personal representative (called an executor/executrix if there is a will or an administrator/administratrix if there is not a will) to fulfill the duties of administering the estate. The personal representative is either named in the will by the deceased or appointed – usually spouses first, then children, then other bloodline considerations – by the court if the will does not designate or was never written.

Duties of the personal representative include, but are not limited to, notifying creditors, settling debts of the deceased, selling real or personal property with a court order, distributing assets according to designations of the will or by Oklahoma law if no will exists and hiring an attorney to manage complicated litigation if necessary.

Plan to Avoid Probate

With organized estate planning, however, the complications of probate proceedings may be avoided altogether. Many legal asset transfers can be set up outside of the will through insurance companies or financial institutions.

“Since 2008, Oklahoma allows for transfer-on-death of real property, which can be very helpful to avoid probate,” said Welsh. “Most financial accounts can also have pay-on-death or transfer-on-death beneficiaries.

These include bank accounts, certificates of deposit, life insurance, retirement accounts [e.g., 401ks and IRAs] and any other bank account with a pay-on-death or transfer-on-death beneficiary card. Cars can often be retitled at the tag agency with a proper affidavit, as well. The biggest

consideration in transferring assets outside of probate or a trust is tax implications and control of assets after death, but those are often not issues for a majority of clients and Tulsans.”

Living Trusts

Living trusts are an excellent way to keep virtually all of your property from being tied up in probate, including jewelry and heirlooms. Living trusts function much like wills. While living, you are free to change your mind about leaving property to someone or even revoke it at any time. But the real benefit is that after you pass away, the property in the trust is directly controlled and distributed by the successor trustee you’ve named to take over, bypassing probate court completely.

Trusts are a good option if you wish to continue managing certain financial affairs – charity donations, college payment installments for a grandchild or if a beneficiary with special needs or disabilities is inheriting – even after death.

“There are a few other tools to avoid probate if something like a small bank account is left without a beneficiary, including banking affidavits or personal property affidavits that allow property to be transferred without full probate,” Welsh added.

Although some legal documents for posthumous property transfer can be made on your own (i.e., the website www.nolo.com provides a large amount of information on how to set up living trusts), remember that it is still a very complicated process best executed with the aid of a licensed legal professional.

“It is important to speak with an attorney knowledgeable in probate avoidance who can explain the process to you, show you what pitfalls to avoid and can help you set up an estate plan that works for your needs,” Welsh advised. “Planning in advance for the distribution of your estate after death will save a lot of money. There’s an old saying that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and in regards to probate, an ounce of estate planning really will save a lot of headache later.”

by Tiffany Duncan

LEGAl TOOLS FOR ADVANCE Planning Learn about the planning tools that promote a person’s right to make decisions about their personal healthcare and assets. The class will cover advance directives, powers of attorney, wills, trusts, do-not-resuscitate orders and more tips for avoiding probate. www.LIFEseniorservices.org

Tuesday, May 17 • 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

LIFE Senior Services • 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • (918) 664-9000 • RSVP

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Some call it the Will Rogers Highway. Others affectionately refer to it as the Main Street of America or the Mother Road. In Oklahoma, we know it best as Route 66, a beautiful stretch of tarmac and wide open space where countless travelers have voyaged.

Interstate highways have nearly made it obsolete, but the route is still there for the curious, and it cuts right through the heart of Tulsa.

Any restaurant that plants itself along Route 66 has a tall order to fill. At Maxxwells Restaurant, located near 11th Street and Delaware Avenue, the food speaks for itself.

No need for a long walk through any spring showers here. There is plenty of parking behind the restaurant, as well as a few convenient and close spaces right out front. Once inside, take a moment to bask in the restaurant’s unique mix of industrial design with classic flair. The well-lit, spacious room makes for worriless walkability and dozens of black and white photos of Tulsa’s past pack on the nostalgia. Our group of five was seated at a large table by a large window, natural light renewing us from the glare of our computer screens. The server was prompt and warm, making sure our needs were met before we could even discover what they were.

Still, while looks and service are important, no one is writing home unless the food makes an impression.

They say first impressions of people are made in seven seconds. The appetizers arrived to a chorus of angels – or maybe only I was hearing that – and seven seconds weren’t even needed. The salt and pepper calamari ($10) had just the right amount of flake and was fresh, a rarity this far from the sea. The roasted garlic tahini hummus ($7), served with pita points, was also a hit. Yet, the biggest surprise was the sweet potato tots ($6), and these tots could go tit for tat with any fries in town. Plus, they’re way more fun to dunk. Try them with a dollop of the garlic aioli or spicy ketchup, and don’t be alarmed when someone pokes you awake. You were daydreaming, and it’s time for the main course.

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It’s hard to go wrong with noodles and melted cheese, but to elevate it to a culinary staple on your menu is as bold as the flavor in the smoky mac ‘n’ cheese ($11). The huge portion of macaroni and creamy cheese with delectable diced sausage was exponentially more refined than Kraft’s version. This is a two meal deal, perfect for sharing or saving for later. For a lighter stomach when you leave, try the hot ham and cheese sandwich ($8) – grilled ham, cheddar cheese, grilled onions, sliced pickles and mustard on wheat toast, along with a side of housecut fries. The sandwich balanced each ingredient deftly, creating a whole far tastier than the sum of its parts. After licking your fingers and lips, you’ll be munching and crunching on the side of fries.

For those eaters who want to add a little spice to life, try the buffalo chicken wrap ($11) – grilled chicken tossed in buffalo sauce, lettuce, celery and bleu cheese all dressed up with one place to go in a flour tortilla. The clean look hides a spicy kick smartly tamed by the bleu cheese. Add a cup of freshbrewed coffee, and you’re ready to take on whatever the afternoon has in store.

Other items our group sampled include the deviled eggs, tomato bisque and the B.E.L.T – your typical bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich, but jazzed up with a fried egg. All of these items were easily enjoyed and promptly devoured. We found that no matter what you choose at Maxxwells Restaurant, you’re sure to find a winner.

Smoky mac ‘n’ cheese with sausage; and roasted garlic tahini hummus in the background.

Hot ham and cheese sandwich.

Sweet potato tots with garlic aioli and spicy ketchup.

Most importantly, though, remember to bring along your friends and family. Julia Child did say, “People who love to eat are always the best people,” after all. Once they experience the history, comfort and tasty morsels offered by Maxxwells, they’ll eagerly await the next gathering. The song couldn’t be more appropriate. The next time lunch – or any meal of the day for that matter – rolls around, don’t forget to “get your kicks on Route 66.”

by Landry Harlan, Dinner “Beau”

2626 E. 11th St. • Tulsa (918) 748-5550 Open Daily • 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Buffalo chicken wrap.

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Noteworthy Celebrity Attractions Announces Steller Broadway Season When New York City is so far away, what is a theater-loving Oklahoman to do when looking for a quality Broadway production? Don’t fret; Celebrity Attractions has you covered in the spectacular 201617 season featuring six national Broadway tours, all Oklahoma premieres. Expect to laugh, sing and maybe even get up and dance!

Disney’s new Tony® Award-winning musical Newsies will be the first to stop by, arriving in September. An adaptation of the 1992 film, Newsies follows the 1899 newsboys strike in New York City. The show is high energy, featuring nimble choreography and several rousing anthems that will get your heart pounding. It is the perfect show for the grandkids, just be warned, they’ll be humming the melodies around the house for weeks to come.

Come November, one of the newest holiday classics will finish its journey from the North Pole. Elf, the Musical is the story of Buddy the Elf who travels to New York City to find his father after discovering that he’s not as “elfish” as he thinks. This may sound like it’s just for kids, but Elf ’s fish-out-of-water hilarity and heartwarming lessons on the importance of family will open the tear ducts of audiences of all ages.

Nothing says “romantic night out,” like the passion and sensational dance numbers of Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage, coming in April of 2017. Good luck resisting toe-tapping to the classic story of a woman falling in love with her resort dance instructor. Make a night of it with dinner and/or drinks at one of downtown Tulsa’s fine dining destinations.

To get more information about the season, including details about Something Rotten! and Matilda the Musical, and/or purchase individual or season tickets, call the Tulsa PAC Subscriber Hotline at (918) 596-7109 or visit www.celebrityattractions.com.

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Events to Inspire, Educate and Motivate!

Spring Blooms at Romance of a Garden Do you have a green thumb and a prized petunia you’ve always wanted to show off ? Presented by the Tulsa Garden Club, the Romance of a Garden event will host horticultural specimens from Tulsa Garden Club members and local gardeners, floral artistry from amateur arrangers and special educational exhibits. In honor of Mother’s Day weekend, the Oklahoma Society of Impressionists will showcase their inner Monet with live painting to complement the floral displays.

The Tulsa Garden Club is a nonprofit educational organization that contributes to the community in various ways, including funding and providing roses to the Tulsa Garden Center, as well as maintaining the Tulsa Municipal Rose Garden.

Romance of a Garden is free to attend and scheduled for Saturday, May 14 from 1 to 4 p.m. and Sunday, May 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa. Judging for ribbons and special awards in horticulture and design by National Garden Clubs will begin at 10 a.m. on Sunday.

For more information about this event or to learn how you can submit your own entry, contact Robin Hutchings at (918) 550-1050 or visit www.tulsagardenclub.org.

Celebrate the Warm Weather with Outdoor Fun for the Whole Family at Tulsa International Mayfest

Find your home’s newest treasure at Tulsa International Mayfest. The event features dozens of booths showcasing artists from across the country, each selected for their unique talents and specialties.

There’s much more to Mayfest than beautiful artwork, though. Mayfest is well known for its musical performances from local and national musicians. Past performers include Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, JD McPherson, Sister Hazel, Old 97’s, Joe Diffie, 38 Special, Wayman Tisdale and Hanson.

After all that gallery perusing and boot scooting, you’ll be ready to chow down and fuel up. From traditional festival food, like corndogs and funnel cakes, to more unique dining options, like BBQ parfaits and chocolate-dipped cheesecake, Mayfest offers fun food options to suit nearly everyone’s palate.

When you venture downtown, don’t forget to take the grandkids with you. Mayfest offers a variety of free, fun activities for the youngsters.

Mayfest runs Thursday, May 19 through Saturday, May 21 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday, May 22 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 400 S. Main St. in downtown Tulsa. For more information, call (918) 582-6435 or visit www.tulsamayfest.org.

Laugh Along with Legendary Cartoon Editor Bob Mankoff

Photo courtesy of Jesse Dittmar, for The Washington Post

On May 19, The New Yorker’s longtime cartoon editor will visit Tulsa for a laugh-a-minute evening in partnership with Philbrook Museum of Art. Bob Mankoff was close to earning a Ph.D. in psychology when he finally admitted to himself that cartooning was his true calling.

He developed his distinctive “dot” style as a vehicle for his heady sense of humor, had his first cartoon published in The New Yorker in 1977 and has been serving as the magazine’s cartoon editor since 1997.

Think you can tickle Mankoff ’s funny bone? A live caption contest will put your humor to the test. Visitors will also find copies of Mankoff ’s bestselling books How About Never: Is Never Good For You? My Life in Cartoons, as well as The Naked Cartoonist: A New Way to Enhance Your Creativity available for purchase. Light bites, cash bar, activities and more will round out the evening.

The free event is scheduled for Thursday, May 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road., Tulsa. For more information, call (918) 749-7941.

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NORTHEASTERN OKLAHOMA SENIOR RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES

We are apartment communities,

BROKEN ARROW GLENPOOL OWASSO BIXBY AUTUMN PARK VANDEVER HOUSE REDBUD PRAIRIE VILLAGE not assisted living communities orVILLAGE nursing homes.

14900 S. Broadway 12877 E. 116th St. N. 8401 E. 134th St. 3102 S. Juniper Ave. (918) 371-3221 (918) 369-8888 (918) 451-3100 (918) 322-5100 BRISTOW WOODLAND VILLAGE 131 E. 9th (918) 367-8300

COLLINSVILLE CARDINAL HEIGHTS 224 S. 19th St. (918) 371-9116

JAY JAY SENIOR HOUSING 1301 W. Washbourne (918) 253-8100

SAND SPRINGS HEARTLAND VILLAGE 109 E. 38th St. (918) 241-1200

BROKEN ARROW KENOSHA LANDING 2602 W. Oakland Pl. (918) 485-8885

COWETA CARRIAGE CROSSING 28530 E. 141st St. (918) 486-4460

JENKS PIONEER VILLAGE 315 S. Birch (918) 298-2992

SAPULPA HICKORY CROSSING 2101 S. Hickory (918) 224-5116

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SKIATOOK WEST OAK VILLAGE 1002 S. Fairfax Ave. (918) 396-9009 STILWELL STILWELL SENIOR HOUSING 400 N. 8th St. (918) 696-3050

TULSA CORNERSTONE VILLAGE 1045 N. Yale Ave. (918) 835-1300 TULSA HERITAGE LANDING 3102 E. Apache St. (918) 836-7070

TULSA COUNTRY OAKS 5648 S. 33rd W. Ave. (918) 446-3400 TULSA PARK VILLAGE 650 S. Memorial Dr. (918) 834-6400

TAHLEQUAH BROOKHOLLOW LANDING WISDOM KEEPERS Now Open!

1286 W. 4th St. 2910 S. 129th E. Ave. • Tulsa • (918) 622-2700 (918) 453-9900 Serving seniors age 62 or older who meet qualifications and income guidelines. • Section 8 accepted. • Professionally managed by Sooner Management Consultants, Inc.

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Cardinal Heights 224 S. 19th St. • Collinsville

(918) 371-9116

•One- and Two-Bedroom Apartments Available •Full Kitchens with Appliances

•Elevator •Small Pets Allowed •Planned Activities

Must be 62 years of age or older, and meet income guidelines.

Vintage Properties professionally managed by Sooner Management Consultants, Inc.

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Our Care Comes With Heart.

Providing In-home Assistance

Personal Care/Bathing • Light Housekeeping • Meal Preparation • Transportation Medication set up by R.N. • 2 to 24-hour care• Staffed with Certified Home Health Aides

Providing Wellness Services

Adult & Travel Immunizations • Health and Cholesterol Screenings • Foot Care Program

918-743-9810 • 7875 E. 51st St. • Tulsa

AWARD-WINNING

EXCELLENCE IN HOME CARE Home Care and Dementia Experts • Transportation Certified Home Health Aides • Up to 24 Hour Care Companion & Sitter Services • Medication Reminders Caregivers are Bonded and Insured

(918) 574-2273

CONSIDERING MOVING?

Kari Bell REALTOR

Senior Real Estate Specialist, CSHP (918) 515-0278

karibelld@gmail.com

I Specialize in 55+ Home Sellers and Home Buyers.

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Licensed Home Care Agency (No. 7926)

If you are concerned about the cost of Assisted Living or Home Care, there is a little-known benefit available through the VA, if you are 65 or older.

Up to $2,120 per month.

Call (918) 369-6192

or visit veteransassistedcare.com VA laws have changed, there are some things you MAY need to do NOW to stay eiligible for this benefit in the future.

Keeping Seniors Safe at Home Stair Lifts • Lift Chairs • Grab Bars • Ramps • Railings • Scooters Walk-In Tubs • Medical Alerts • Vehicle Lifts • And More

918-939-9710 or 918-938-2574 AmeriGlide-Tulsa-OK.com www.SeniorSafetyOK.com 3130 S. Winston, Tulsa, OK

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Festivals Events Germanfest April 29 – May 1 • Free Friday & Saturday • 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Sunday • Noon – 5 p.m.

1429 Terrace Dr. • Tulsa (918) 744-6997 Arts, Crafts & Business Expo April 30 • 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free St. Augustine Catholic Church 1720 E. Apache St. • Tulsa (918) 809-7265 Dalí Quartet with Ricardo Morales Presented by Chamber Music Tulsa May 1 • 3 p.m. • $25 advance Williams Theatre, Tulsa PAC 110 E. 2nd St. • Downtown Tulsa (918) 587-3802 Faith’s Journey & The Hinsons May 7 • 5:45 p.m. • Free Broken Arrow Assembly 3500 W. New Orleans St. • Broken Arrow (918) 298-0606 Owasso Bouquet of Gardener’s Spring Garden Festival May 7 • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free Tyann Plaza 9541 N. Owasso Expy. • Owasso www.owasssogardenclub.com Second Saturday Walking Tour Presented by the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture May 14 • 10 a.m. • $10 Gypsy Coffee House & Cyber Café 303 MLK Jr. Blvd. • Tulsa (918) 914-1530 Second Saturday Silents May 14 • 11 a.m. • $5 Circle Cinema 10 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 585-3504 In-Ground Storm Shelter Raffle May 20 • 1:30 p.m. • $10 Broken Arrow Seniors 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 259-8377

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Relay for Life Benefiting the American Cancer Society May 20 • 6 p.m. • Register Online Guthrie Green • 111 E. Brady St. • Tulsa (918) 743-6767 • www.relayforlife.org Blue Dome Arts Festival May 20 – 22 • Free Friday & Saturday • 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Sunday • 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Elgin Ave. & 2nd St. • Downtown Tulsa 3rd Annual Senior Lifestyle Fair Hosted by Tulsa Police; RSVP for free breakfast May 24 • 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Free Tulsa State Fairgrounds, Central Park Hall 4145 E. 21st St. • Tulsa (918) 596-9209 Ruffles & Rust Expo A traveling boutique show with vintage flair May 28 • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. • $5 Claremore Expo Center 400 S. Veterans Pkwy. • Claremore (806) 231-9822 Brookside Farmers’ Market Saturdays • 7:30 – 11 a.m. • Free Whole Foods Brookside 1401 E. 41st St. • Tulsa Rose District Farmers’ Market Rose Festival on May 21 Saturdays • 8 a.m. – Noon • Free Dallas St. & 1st St. Downtown Broken Arrow Friday Night Opry Branson style show, featuring classic country & gospel music Fridays • 6:45 – 9 p.m. • $6 St. Marks Methodist Church, Activity Bldg.

10513 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 258-1072

Classes, Meetings Seminars Art Explorations For individuals with early-stage Alzheimer’s & their caregivers May 10 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free Gilcrease Museum 1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Rd. • Tulsa (918) 596-2768

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Cooking Class Recipes to improve your mood May 12 • 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. • Free Cancer Treatment Centers of America 10109 E. 79th St. • Tulsa (918) 286-5800 Tulsa Genealogical Society Your genealogy brick wall Q&A May 16 • 6:30 p.m. • Free Library Outreach Center, Enter Back Rt. 2901 S. Harvard Ave. • Tulsa (918) 814-1258 www.tulsagenealogy.org Tulsa Metro Retired Educators May 17 • 10 a.m. • Free TPS Education Service Center 3027 S. New Haven Ave. • Tulsa (918) 369-2617 Downsizing Seminar Lunch will follow May 21 • 10 a.m. – Noon. • Free Silver Arrow Estates 2601 E. Elm Pl. • Broken Arrow (918) 691-5893 • RSVP Genealogy Class Church, cemetery & vital records; Presented by Tulsa Genealogical Society May 21 • 10 a.m. – Noon • Free Library Outreach Center, Rear Right Door 2901 S. Harvard Ave. • Tulsa (918) 814-1258 Caregiving 101 Presented by LIFE Senior Services May 24 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free LIFE Senior Services 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow (918) 664-9000 • RSVP Behavior Changes Increase your motivation & readiness May 26 • 6 – 7 p.m. • Free Cancer Treatment Centers of America 10109 E. 79th St. • Tulsa (918) 286-5800 Monthly Meeting & Program Presented by Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Indian Nation Camp May 26 • 6:30 p.m. • Free Herman and Kate Kaiser Library 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa (918) 663-1228

Alzheimer’s Disease: Understanding, Getting Help & God’s Healing Power Presented by Jackie Lenzy, BS, BA, CDP; second quarter of 12-hour series Sundays • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free Victory Christian Center 7700 S. Lewis Ave., Rm. 319 • Tulsa (918) 510-6062 ACBL Duplicate Sanctioned Bridge Mondays & Wednesdays • 11 a.m.

Broken Arrow Seniors, Inc. 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 355-6652 Single Seniors 60+ Join for lunch, visiting & cards Wednesdays • 11:30 a.m.

Buffet Palace 10934 E. 21st St. • Tulsa (918) 371-4367 or (918) 341-3375

Support Groups

LIFE’s Caregiver Support Groups (918) 664-9000 Respite provided • Free LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Broken Arrow May 12 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free May 26 • 5:30 – 7 p.m. • Free 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow LIFE’s Adult Day Health at Central May 5 • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free May 19 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Free 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa LIFE’s Adult Day Health at North May 17 • 5 – 6 p.m. • Free 902 E. Pine St. • Tulsa

Grief Support Group May 9 • 6 p.m. • Free Hometown Hospice 804 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 251-6441 Digging Out Support Group Helping your loved one manage clutter May 10 • 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Free Improving Lives Counseling Center 6216 S. Lewis Ave., Ste. 180 • Tulsa (918) 629-4828 • RSVP Tulsa Hearing Helpers Support Group For people who have lost hearing later in life May 12 • 10 – 11:30 a.m. • Free Total Source for Hearing-loss and Access 8740 E. 11th St. • Tulsa (918) 832-8742 • www.tsha.cc

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Alzheimer’s Support Group Coffee Chat May 17 • 10 – 11 a.m. • Free Oxford Glen Memory Care Residence 11113 E. 103rd St. N • Owasso (918) 376-4810 • RSVP Oklahoma Parkinson’s Disease Support May 26 • 1 – 3 p.m. • Free Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 Unburied in Treasures Support for hoarding, clutter & disorganization Tuesdays • 1 – 2:30 p.m. • Free Tulsa Fire Dept., Station 20 9827 E. 59th St. • Tulsa (918) 252-7650 • RSVP Grief Journey Group Tuesdays • 2 – 3:30 p.m. • Free Tuesdays • 6 – 7:30 p.m. • Free The Tristesse Grief Center 4646 S. Harvard Ave., Ste. 200 • Tulsa (918) 587-1200 • www.thegriefcenter.org

Dancing

Lake Keystone Square Dance Club May 6 & 20 • 8 p.m. • $3 Mannford Community Center 101 Green Valley Park Rd. • Mannford (918) 865-2846 Belles & Beaus Square Dance Club May 10 & 24 Workshop 7 p.m. • Dance 7:30 p.m.

St. Marks Methodist Church 10513 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 437-7277 Melodies & Memories May 21 • 2 – 4 p.m. • Free First Christian Church of Jenks 308 E. Main St. • Jenks (918) 299-7381 • www.fccjenksok.com Tulsa Swingdance Club Featuring lessons in country two-step, East & West coast swing Sundays • Start times vary $5 club members • $7 nonmembers The ClubHouse 2735 S. Memorial Dr. • Tulsa (918) 557-1699 Round Up Boys Dance No dance on Memorial Day Mondays • 6:30 p.m. • $5 Broken Arrow Senior Center 1800 S. Main St. • Broken Arrow (918) 607-3600 Line Dancing Class Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10 a.m. • Free University Village 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 298-3480 Offered by LIFE Senior Services

Senior Square Dancing

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Senior Square Dancing & Line Dancing Presented by Rushing Stars Square Dance Club Wednesdays Workshop 12:30 p.m. • Dance 1 p.m.

Centennial Center 1028 E. 6th St. • Tulsa (918) 363-8380 Parkinson’s Dance Wednesdays • 2 – 3 p.m. • $5 Feel the Beat Dance 5970 E. 31st St., Ste. P • Tulsa (918) 747-3747 Friday Night Dances Open to the public; nonsmoking ballroom Fridays • 7:30 p.m. $5 members • $6 nonmembers American Legion Post 308 11328 E. Admiral Pl. • Tulsa (918) 437-4308

Fitness

Parkinson’s Swim For individuals with Parkinson’s & their loved ones May 24 • 3 – 4 p.m. • Free Saint Simeon’s Wellness Center 3701 MLK Jr. Blvd. • Tulsa (918) 794-1945 • RSVP by May 20 Restorative Yoga Designed to help arthritis, fibromyalgia & pain Sundays • 4:30 – 6 p.m. • $10 YogaQuest Studio 5543 E. 41st St. • Tulsa (918) 633-8890 Aqua Mobility Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 12:30 p.m. • $30 per month University Village 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 442-4600 Shuffleboard Mondays & Wednesdays • 2:30 p.m.

University Village 8555 S. Lewis Ave. • Tulsa (918) 442-4600 • $30 per month Zumba with Ariane Betancourt Mondays & Wednesdays • 6 p.m.

Saturdays • 10 a.m. $7 per class • $50 for 10 classes 51st & Memorial, behind Walgreens. • Tulsa (918) 812-5691 Functional Movement With personal trainer Brenda Weaver Tuesdays & Thursdays • 9 a.m. • $5 LIFE’s Senior Center at Southminster 3500 S. Peoria Ave. • Tulsa (918) 749-2623 Tai Ji Quan Moving for better balance Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Beginners 9 – 9:30 a.m.

Owasso Community Center 301 S. Cedar St. • Owasso (918) 272-3903 • Free

LIFE EDU Senior & Caregiver Community Education Driving and Dementia

See page 10 for more details. Free respite during program.

Monday, May 9 & 16 • 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

LIFE Senior Services • 3106 S. Juniper Ave. • Broken Arrow Free • (918) 664-9000 • RSVP

Laughter Yoga Club

Laughter yoga is a fun and easy exercise. The club meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

Tuesday, May 10 & 24 • 1 – 2 p.m.

LaFortune Recreation Center • 5202 S. Hudson Ave. • Tulsa Free • (918) 664-9000 • RSVP

Basics of Medicare

If you are newly eligible or soon to be eligible for Medicare, this seminar is for you. The seminar is presented by the Medicare Assistance Program at LIFE Senior Services and will cover the basics of Medicare, explain what you need to know about Medicare’s different parts and give you information you need to make decisions.

This seminar is intended for persons newly eligible or soon to be eligible for Medicare. It is closed to licensed Life, Accident and Health Insurance Agents, insurance company personnel, and anyone affiliated with a Health Maintenance Organization or other conflicts of interest.

Wednesday, May 11 • 10 a.m. – Noon LIFE Senior Services • 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • (918) 664-9000 • RSVP

Legal Tools for Advance Planning See page 27 for more details. Free respite during program.

Tuesday, May 17 • 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

LIFE Senior Services • 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • (918) 664-9000 • RSVP

Effective Communication Strategies

Explore how to identify strategies and effectively communicate with someone with Alzheimer’s disease. You also will learn how to decode the verbal and behavioral messages given by someone with dementia.

Presented by Alzheimer’s Association. Free respite during program.

Thursday, May 19 • 5 – 7 p.m.

LIFE Senior Services • 5950 E. 31st St. • Tulsa Free • (918) 664-9000 • RSVP

Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

Learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers and respond to behavior-related challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Presented by Alzheimer’s Association. Free respite during program.

Thursday, May 27 • 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Tulsa Health Department • 5635 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. • Tulsa Free • (918) 664-9000 • RSVP

LIFE’S SENIOR CENTERS With two locations in midtown Tulsa, LIFE’s Senior Centers offer a variety of activities for adults age 50 and older.

Membership is only $25 per year. To discover all that LIFE has to offer, call LIFE’s SeniorLine at (918) 664-9000 or visit www.LIFEseniorservices.org/seniorcenters.

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Country Club of Woodland Hills residents took advantage of a beautiful spring day at Philbrook Museum.

Bill and Carma were crowned as 2016 Senior Prom King and Queen of Senior Star at Woodland Terrace.

Executive Director of Burgundy Place Shondel Bennett had fun goofing off with resident Katherine Heuston during a Vegas-themed party.

Michelle Culhane, Sharon Vallejo, Kay Lee and Fran Brinsen from Broken Arrow Seniors’ Travel Club enjoyed the Arlington Hotel in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Dorothy Trump celebrated her 102nd birthday at Senior Star at Burgundy Place. Among her gifts was this beautiful Rustic Cuff bracelet set.

University Village residents enjoyed a sneak preview of TCC’s Signature Symphony orchestra at their dress rehearsal. Residents loved the music and the exclusive viewing time with this wonderful, local group!

Who cares that it’s May, you scurvy dogs?

Larry C. should definitely be recognized as “best dressed” at LIFE’s Adult Day Health’s Halloween party last year.

Country Club residents Catherine Nesmith and Don Campbell won first place at Country Club of Woodland Hills’ costume contest, going as American Gothic.

Senior Star at Woodland Terrace resident Needa Moses enjoyed a Spring Break Happy Hour party.

Send Us Your Pictures

We Want To See Seniors Smiling & Active

Whether it is your traveling group, tennis buddies or a night on the town, we want your pictures!

Submit high-resolution photos to editor@LIFEseniorservices.org by the 1st of every month.

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AUTO REPAIR Strickland Automotive Strickland Automotive is locally-owned and - operated with over 40 years of auto repair experience. We perform all types of vehicle repair, from computer and electrical problems to engine and transmission overhauls. ASE Certified mechanics. Open six days a week, with towing provided. Call Gary.

(918) 832-7072.

CARPET CLEANING ALL PRO Carpet Cleaning Senior and caregiver discounts. Carpet, furniture, rug cleaning. Pet odor removed and Teflon protectant available. Emergency water extraction. Residential and commercial services. Professional truck mount steam cleaning. Carpet repairs and restretching.

Prompt, professional, quality service at a fair price. Certified, insured. Call Thomas Fink, owner/technician, for free estimate (918) 636-6303.

caring individuals to provide assistance to elderly/disabled clients. Tasks may include errands, light housekeeping, and personal care assistance. Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, auto insurance and pass OSBIbackground check.

Certified and Non-Certified positions! Apply Today!! www.oxford-healthcare.com or call: (918) 258-1111.

Wanted!

Senior Citizens apartments needing older man to be back-up maintenance man for weekends and holidays emergencies only. Must have other income. Interview Monday and Wednesday only, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Versailles Apartments at 4816 South Sheridan Road. (918) 627-6116.

ESTATE SALES

Four Spaces in Memorial Park Memorial Park, 4 choice spaces, Lot 851 Section 14. Great location! $3900 or 2 for $2,000. Call (918) 437-4268.

2MS Estate Sales ...Tulsa’s Finest!

Downsizing? Estate liquidation? Let us take the worry away and maximize your return!!!

No out of pocket expense for you, we handle all advertising, staging and the sale it self. We specialize in senior transitions, having been in the senior housing market for over 10 years. Please contact Michelle Reed (918) 691-5893 or Atulsa@aol.com for a free consultation.

Memorial Park Cemetery Cemetery plot at Memorial Park Cemetery. $1,500 plus $45 processing fee. Appraised for $2,200. Call Steve at (719) 373-4615.

Three Adjoining Gravesites Rosehill Memorial Park. Three adjoining gravesites. Two gravesites include prepaid Monticello vaults and prepaid grave opening fees. Two sold together for $4,250. If separate $2,250. Third gravesite is plot only for $975. Compare to Rosehill’s 2016 price of $3,500 for one gravesite alone. Call (918) 237-0434.

Estate Sales PLUS Tulsa’s largest and most experienced Estate Sales company with over 1,000 Estate Sales to our credit. Maximize the value of your estate…Let us organize, advertise and professionally manage your Estate Sale, Moving Sale, Downsizing and Appraisal. Bonded. Insured. Experienced.

Accredited Member of the BBB awarded Best Customer Service. For more info go to www.estatesalesplus.com or email us at estatesalesplus@cox.net. Call for a free consultation at (918) 488-8853.

COMPUTER SERVICES

Miss Lilly’s Estate Sale Services Miss Lilly’s Estate Sale Services specializes in Estate Liquidation, downsizing or moving sales. Our Estate appraiser has over 30 years of experience. If you are selling your home, we will work with your agent and bring potential buyers into your home.

Contact Patti Lorimer at (918) 906-3539 for a FREE estate evaluation OR email misslilly’s@cox.net OR visit our website www.misslillysestatesales.com

CEMETERY LOTS

Computer and Electronic Assistance Are you stuck and need Help with your computer or any electronic device.

Price and Son Computer and Technology Services, LLC will be glad to assist you in your home. Call James or Jared at (918) 236-6010 or email us at office@pricestechhelp.com to schedule an appointment.

Does Technology Frustrate You? Honest, patient, ethical help with your pc, router, wifi, cell phone, email, streaming, camera, even sewingmachine! 26 years of IT experience in Tulsa. Special rates for seniors.

References available.Call or email Carmen Armstrong Carmstrongva@gmail.com.

918) 688-7453.

EXERCISE Women’s Exercise – Free Visit Exercise for women any age. Burn calories while relaxing on our tables. No sweat. No strain. Low cost of $25 per month. First visit is FREE! No contracts. 5732 S. 70th E. Ave. Call Tone Zone at (918) 622-6116.

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FINANCIAL/INSURANCE

Daytime care for older loved ones LIFE’s Adult Day Heatlh offers convenient, affordable daytime care at three locations in Tulsa and Broken Arrow. For more information, call LIFE’s Adult Day Health at (918) 664-9000.

Medicare Assistance Program The Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services provides accurate information, counseling and assistance relating to Medicare benefits for Medicare beneficiaries, their representatives and persons soon to be eligible for Medicare. Call MAP at LIFE Senior Services (918) 664-9000 or toll-free (866) 664-9009.

Medicare Supplements & Medicare Advantage Plans The Health Insurance Enrollment Center is here to assist you with Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage, and Prescription Drug Plans offered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma. Call Bob Archer today at (918) 814-5550 for free information. Let me guide you through the outstanding Medicare Plan options that are available to you.

GARDENING/LAWN SERVICES Aardwolf Leaf & Lawn Care Mowing, weed eating, edging, hedge trimming, garden tilling, gutter cleaning and lawn clean-up. Free Estimates!

Call Patrick Mills. (918) 814-0973.

A Complete Yard Mowing, edging, weed eating, garden tilling, gutter repairs and cleaning, light hauling, hedges trimmed. Guaranteed at a fair price.

Veteran owned. Available for Broken Arrow and Coweta areas. Call (918) 697-4321.

A New Season Lawn Care & Landscape Now accepting new customers for 2016.

Time for Spring Clean-Up! Mowing, trimming, leaf and small debris removal, shrub planting, leaf mulching, flower beds.

Small tree trimming. Will haul off small appliances, scrape metals, etc. We offer weekly, bi-weekly & year round services for the manicured look. Best rates, senior discounts. Free Estimates. Call Todd (918) 639-2262.

Kimble Davis Tree Company Family-owned and operated.

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

References. Member BBB. Insured.

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

Lawn Care & Handyman Services Leaf Removal/Snow Removal/Lawn Care/Landscape Design/Fence Repair & Building/Seasonal Color Design/Yard Spray Treatment/Debris Cleanup/Interior Remodels/Parking Lot Maintenance.

Owner Operated- Fully Insured- Free Quotes-Reliable-Courteous-Professional Service-References Available Upon Request. Call J&S Landscape to take care of all your lawn care & handyman needs.

(918) 406-4889.

Lawns & More Total lawn care. Stump grinding and small tree work. Dedicated to making your lawn look its best. Insured, honest, experienced and dependable. Veteran-owned. We are a small company with personal service.

References available. FREE ESTIMATES. Call Larry. (918) 361-1299.

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Spring/Summer Lawn Care Roto-tilling, flower beds and gardens.

Weeding, mowing, edging, shrub trimming, leaf removal, tree trimming. Dependable personalized lawn care service for Tulsa area. Experienced. Free estimates. Call Mark at (918) 809-9095.

HOME REPAIR/REMODELING A-OK Plumbing A-OK Plumbing is now offering handyman services. No job too big or too small. Free estimates. We work by the job or hourly.

10% off to all first time customers. Relax, everyone’s welcome. Sit back and give us a call. Special senior rates offered.

(918) 810-0397.

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

Professional results. Competitive rates.

(918) 520-0333.

Allen’s Handyman Services of Tulsa “Your Home Improvement and Repair Specialist.” 15th year serving Tulsa seniors.

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

Insured. All work guaranteed in writing. No pay until job is completed. Plumbing, drain cleaning, grab bars, electrical, carpentry, painting, seamless guttering installation/ repair/cleaning. Roof, tile and drywall repair.

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

Big C’s Plumbing Services Your one stop Plumbing Shop! Call us and I guarantee you will never have to call another plumbing company. Licensed, bonded and insured for your protection....

Call (918) 855-9216, tell us you saw us in the Vintage Newsmagazine receive an automatic 10% discount....call us now.

Bumgartner Plumbing Licensed, with over 30 years of experience.

Rates are low and based on the job, not the hour. No service call fee or travel time charge. Senior and caregiver discount.

Plumbing service and repair our specialty.

Honest, professional service you can count on. Lic. # 82750. (918) 355-4747.

Burton Painting Specializing in all aspects of exterior and interior home painting. Staining, sealing, and painting faux finishes. Decks, fences, cabinets and floors. Free estimates. 25+ years of experience. Reliable, courteous, professional service. Fully insured.

(918) 378-2858.

Contracting for Seniors by Van Repairs, painting, remodeling, some plumbing and electrical, small jobs. Special Mower Repair / Maintenance needs: grab bars, ramps, hand rails, door All brands - Riders, ZTR’s, Walk-behinds, alterations to accommodate wheelchairs, Hand-helds. Top Quality work, ASE handicap fixtures. Working with individuals, EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES certified Mechanic. Pick-up and Delivery families, seniors, businesses since 1987. available. Tulsa and surrounding counties.

Hiring for Home Care Aides!

We function with integrity, with special Maintenance specials include pick-up Brighten your neighbor’s day by helping them concerns for seniors. Free estimates, and delivery 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. stay safe in their home. We are looking for Whether it is your traveling group, tennis buddies or a night on the town, we want your pictures! insured.

(918) 636-6849.

Call Scott (918) 519-3869.

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|| classifieds || Dave’s Heat and Air, Inc. Licensed, insured, and bonded. Honest and reliable service for over 30 years.

Competitive rates. Specializing in heating and air conditioning service and repair.

All makes and models. Residential and light commercial. Tulsa metro area.

Family-owned and operated.

(918) 437-8101.

Doorman Door Service of Tulsa Thinking about replacing your windows?

Call us first, glass replacement may be a better option. The Doorman provides service and installation for doors, windows and siding. We offer a senior and military discount. Financing is available and we accept all major credit cards. Visit us at www.tulsadoorman.com. (918) 430-4398.

Freedom Electrical Services Do you need outlets, ceiling fans or lights hung? Freedom Electrical Services provides quality workmanship. For all your electrical needs, call (918) 216-1846.

Handyman & Construction Services New & Remodel Commercial & Residential - 25 Years. All Handicap Accessories - grab bars, handicap access abilities; Framing, Drywall, Tape & Bed; Texture & Paint, Plumbing, Electrical, Tile, Laminate & Wood Floors & Fences. Free Estimates, Competitive Rates, Professional Service.

Call Craig (918) 892-4168. \Handyman / Painter Minor house work & repairs such as plumbing: leaky faucets, install new faucet & hardware. Electrical: replace bad light switches, or receptacle (wall plug ins) fix old light fixtures install new fixtures & ceiling fans, wood staining, furniture repair, interior /exterior home painting and repairs on walls or ceiling. Call David at (918) 346-3774.

Hired Hand General repair and maintenance, wood rot, termite damage repair, electrical, “assembly required” assistance, estimates and opinions always free.

Call Steve (918) 261-3283.

Home Improvemnets We are LIFETIME WINDOWS & DOORS serving the Tulsa area for 17 years.

We install energy efficient replacement windows, entry doors, kitchen and bath remodeling, electrical and plumbing, interior and exterior painting, decks, guttering, roofing, vinyl siding and general repairs.

We offer a 15% discount to those over 55.

References furnished. Free Quotes.

Call Richard Johnson (918) 261-9999.

Same Day Services Light Hauling /Light Moving - help you rearrange room furniture, lawns-grass mowing/small paint jobs/cleanup/ fence repair/light construction/sheet rock tile repair - We are honest dependable.

References. Call (918) 313-5230.

HOUSE CLEANING Housekeeper Available Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly.

Thorough and Honest. Integrity at work yesterday, today and tomorrow.

15 years experience. Adjustable fee according to situation. References Available. Call (918) 282-1617 or (918) 361-6966.

Tyson Window Cleaning I clean windows, chandeliers and mirrors. Overwhelmed? Need help Spring cleaning? I clean houses, one time or regularly. I also do construction cleanup, clean move-in and clean move-outs.

Will help pack and unpack your move.

Satisfaction guaranteed, experienced, insured, senior discount, affordable rates.

(918) 408-1353.

LEGAL Full-Service Estate Planning Law Firm Trusts, Wills, Gift and Tax Planning, Powers of Attorneys and more! With offices in Sand Springs and Tulsa. Discount to Veterans and Retired Teachers. Willing to meet you in your place for no extra charge!

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

OIL AND GAS Mineral, Oil/Gas Interests Want to purchase minerals and oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO, 80201 PERSONAL ASSISTANCE Affordable Flexible Caregiver My name is LaQuanna. I am a caregiver.

I am dependable, honest, caring and affordable. If you need someone to help you or your loved one call me at (918) 313-7433. Ask for LaQuanna.

You have a blessed day!

Bobbi and Bob’s Personal & Business Assistance Secretarial and administrative tasks, project manager assignments, running errands, grocery/personal shopping, take to beauty shop, take to medical appointments,organizing home/office, housecheck, handle healthcare and medical insurance paperwork.

Call Bobbi Warshaw, MPH, or Bob Warshaw, MBA, at (918) 747-3807.

Website: www.errands-to-go.com, Email: bobbi.warshaw@att.net.

Caregiver/Companion Do you need a companion and/or caregiver for a family member? I’m a compassionate, friendly and responsible lady who enjoys working with the elderly. I can help with meals, companionship and light housekeeping. I’m looking for a part-time position (10 hrs/wk). I have had four years of experience with excellent references.

Please call me at (918) 361-3848.

Companion For You Elderly and need a companion?

Z&J Remodeling No job is too big or small. Painting, carpentry Compassionate friendly and responsible woman seeks elderly people to help with work, roofing, room additions, decks, sheet your long and lonely hours. 25 years rock, carpet & carpet repairs, storm damage experienced teacher and Philbrook repairs and more. Free estimates and docent. References provided. Will provide insured. (918) 629-1903.

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companionship, run errands, organize and do light chores. Will travel to southeast and west Tulsa, Broken Arrow and Jenks.

Please email me at okiejoy@aol.com or call (925) 890-2855.

Financial Organizer Are you overwhelmed handling monthly finances (paying bills, balancing your checkbook, organization) for yourself or a loved one? I can help! I create customized systems that fit your needs, either for set up only or ongoing mnmonthly. Call me to discuss the options available. Essential Strategy Consulting, LLC. Gwen Stevens (918) 557-5259.

Healthy Active Senior Helping Seniors Retired teacher and experienced armed security guard. Offering personal services to help you; transportation, housesitting, personal shopping, security work and tutoring for grandchildren. Personable and Outgoing. References available.

Reasonable rates. Call (918) 270-0011.

Let Me Help You! Experienced homemaker would like to clean your home, prepare and serve you meals and provide joyful companionship.

Honest, Dependable, Friendly and Caring.

I have great respect for our elderly and our veterans. Weekly, biweekly or monthly.

Can provide references. Tulsa and Broken Arrow. Let’s talk about your needs.

Call Judy at (918) 706-9215.

Mary’s Errands / Senior Services Tulsa I do personal errands such as: deliver your groceries, pharmacy pick-ups, post office, pet care, escort to appointments/activities, dry cleaning, Wal-Mart runs, meal delivery, and more! If you don’t see what you need listed call me! Mary 1-(918) 791-3770, text or email: maryehayes@att.net

PERSONAL SAFETY EARS Emergency Alert Response Systems. Enjoy living at home while we listen for your safety with our quality personal medical alarm and monitoring service. Affordable with no long-term commitment. Locally owned and operated (918) 298-0500 or toll-free (877) 885-3277.

HALO Medical Alarms HALO provides emergency response throughout Oklahoma with an office in Tulsa. Let a HALO medical alarm provide you with the confidence and security to live independently in your own home, where you are most comfortable. Call (918) 392-0566 or (877) 747-HALO (4256). www.halomedicalalarms.com

PERSONAL SERVICES Affordable Hairstyling In-Home or Shop Transportation and home service available for your hairstyling needs. I will come to you at the hospital, rehab or nursing home. A Mane Event hairstyling is for the entire family. 35 years experience. Senior specials for haircuts, perms and color.

In-shop special: Haircut $7 for first time customers in shop ONLY. Tuesday through Saturday. Near 11th and Yale at 937 South Canton Ave. (918) 834-2686.

Darlene’s Salon Services Hair care for men and women, specializing in senior clients. Wet sets, blow drying, back combing, perms, colors, and cuts. Manicures and pedicures available. This month’s special: haircut OR shampoo and set for $12. First time clients only with this ad. Come see us at Highland Plaza, 5661 E. 41st St. (Corner of 41st and Hudson). (918) 742-3440.

Detlef’s Master American European Hair Design Established 1964. Precision cuts, color corrections, perms by design from sensible to sensational. Former owner of Elizabeth Arden Red Door Miss Jackson’s Salon and Coiffures Continental Salon. Catering to classy and mature styles for ladies and gentlemen. Monday – Saturday.

Call (918) 663-8779. 4833 South Sheridan, Suite 405 A in Fountain Plaza. By appointment only.

In-Home Beauty Services of Tulsa We provide beauty services to our clients who are unable to leave their home, disabled, hospice care or independent living. We offer full beauty service for men and women in Tulsa and surrounding areas. Our services include: shampoo & sets, haircuts, perms, manicures. pedicures. Licensed and Insured.Visit our website www.inhomebeautyservicesoftulsa.com.

Call (918) 630-6274.

PET SERVICES Cat Boarding Going out of town and need someone to care for your cats? The Kat Shack offers a calm and peaceful place for your cats to stay: no cages, no dogs, and lots of love. 23 years animal experience.

(918) 364-cats (2287). www.thekatshack.com.

REAL ESTATE Residential Home Sales Thinking of selling your home to move to a senior supportive environment? Perhaps to move in with an adult son or daughter who can help assist with your needs? Get the specialized attention you deserve by contacting Jay Workman with Coldwell Banker Select today for a free consultation.

Email jayworkmanrealtor@gmail.com or call (918) 734-2004.

SOCIAL/SUPPORT GROUP Single Seniors (60+) Are you over 60, single, divorced or widowed?

We are a fun loving group of single seniors over 60. We meet every Wednesday, 11:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Buffet Palace, 10934 East 21st Street. We eat at 11:15 have a short meeting and then play cards. Join us for great fun and fellowship. Questions, call Bob at (918) 371-4367 or Beverly at (918) 272-1049.

TRANSPORTATION Call Patricia!

Need a go-fer to run errands, take you to an appointment or grocery shopping?

Need someone to take you to hair appointments, the pharmacy, make deliveries? Need someone to stay with you during an out-patient medical

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Call Patricia! (918) 437-3456 or (918) 855-2302.

In appreciation of contributions to LIFE Senior Services received in March 2016.

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

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My Driver Transportation Service Let me do the driving. To and from work, airport, shopping, errands, post office, appointments. Also, LIFT VAN transportation available. Able to assist getting to and from bed. Senior sitting. Also, small breed dog boarding. 20 years experience. CLEET certified and licensed. References. Member, Better Business Bureau. (918) 491-9929.

FOR FREE

Travel Made Easy Motor home with lift and driver available for short in-state or long out-of-state trips.

Seats 6 comfortably. Cross country patient transfer or sightseeing. Also available for rent: powerchair for shopping, hospital visits, etc.

Member, Better Business Bureau.

(918) 491-9929.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Love life’s little treasures?

We do too! Volunteers needed to cashier, create displays, and provide friendly customer service at our upscale resale shop - coming in 2016! Bring your friends and make a difference.

Contact Colleen at(918) 747-2273 or chelms@hospiceofgreencountry.org with Hospice of Green Country to join the fun!

Participants Needed For Study The Aging in Place Study at OU could use your assistance in a focus group. Has it been suggested to you that you use services specifically for seniors? Are you able to attend a group meeting for two hours? Participants chosen will be compensated for their time and travel. Transportation available. Must be 65 or older. Call Sam Kirzner at (918) 619-4754.

WEDDINGS

Rosemary Summers John and Virginia Swift Helen Troy Phillip R. Wright The Anne & Henry Zarrow Foundation Maxine and Jack Zarrow Family Foundation Pat A. Zwayer

In Memory of In Memory of Margaret Mary Donnelly Elizabeth May Le Leux In Memory of Theresa Ann Finck Theresa M. Finck and Mary Ann Finck In Memory of Virginia Jackson Donna J. Palmer In Memory of Helen Meyer Edwin W. Meyer In Memory of Bessie Pendergrass Carrie and Shannon Bowen Don and Bobbie Henderson John and Iva Reynolds In Memory of Louise Smith Louis G. Smith In Memory of Jessie Lee Youngstrom Oliver W. Youngstrom

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Weddings By Minister Louise We have small intimate ceremonies, photos at no extra charge. Our prices are affordable starting at $75 at our setting or if you have a special place you prefer, Minister Louise will come to you. Call or text (918) 344-6877.

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