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Nominations Open:
Monday February 1
LIFE’s Annual Legacy Awards to Celebrate Area Seniors &
Caregivers
Awards will be presented to individuals 55+ for the following:
Leadership, Volunteerism, Inspiration
& Family Caregiving
In honor of National
Older Americans Month
in May
LIFE Senior Services
Nominations must be received by March 9, 2016 For more information:
Vintage Managing Editor - (918) 664-9000
For a list of award categories & submission requirements:
http://www.lifeseniorservices.org/seniorline/Legacy_Awards_Announcement.asp
Mondays
February 1,8,15,22 & 29
12 Week Program
Tai Chi Quan: Moving for Better
Balance
The program is geared for individuals over 45 years of age. It is taught by trained instructors with the goal to improve balance & mobility. Also appropriate for those affected by Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis & Alzheimer’s disease.
10:00 am –
11:0 0 am
Library Annex
15 N. Poplar Street Sapulpa, OK
Creek County Health Department Creek County Literacy Program
Program is FREE
For Information & to register call:
(918) 224-9647
Mondays
February 1 & 15
1st & 3rd Monday of the month
Oasis Tulsa Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
1:00 pm –
2:30 pm
Oasis Adult Day Services
Park Place Building, Ste.400
5525 E. 51st Street
Tulsa, OK
Oasis Adult Day Services
For information call:
(918) 749-6969
Centenarian Club of Oklahoma
A not-for-profit, non-denominational organization whose sole purpose is to honor citizens of Oklahoma who are 100 years of age or older.
NEATs
3119 S. Jamestown Ave Tulsa, Ok
NorthEast Active Timers
If you know of a Centenarian you would like to honor, contact NEAT’s at (918) 743-1303.
http://www.neatstulsa.org/CentenarianClub.html
Tulsa City/County TRIAD Calendar of Events – February 2016
TRIAD’s vision for preventing neglect, abuse, exploitation and fraud is to promote the
financial, health and social wellbeing of seniors and disabled adults
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Mondays
February 1, 8, 15,
22 & 29
Started January 25 (6 week series)
Living Longer Living Stronger
Diabetes Self-Management Program
This free workshop will teach practical skills on managing a chronic health problem with specific focus on Type 2 Diabetes, monitoring blood sugar and diet. It will give you the confidence and motivation needed to manage the challenges of living with this chronic health condition. The workshop is also for family members and caregivers of those with Type 2 Diabetes.
9:30 am –
12:00 pm
LIFE Senior Services
3106 S. Juniper Avenue Broken Arrow, OK
Ability Resources
A division of INCOG Area Agency on Aging
Cost: Free. Reservations requested.
For more information & to register contact:
Jessica Allen at LIFE Senior Services Seniorline (918) 664-9000 ext 224
Space is limited to 12 participants.
Mondays
February 1,8,15
& 22
Spouse Loss Group
Comfort, support and information for
adults who have experienced the death of a Spouse/Partner.
6:00 pm –
7:30 pm
The Tristesse Grief Center 4646 S. Harvard Suite 200
Tulsa, OK
The Tristesse Grief Center
Fee: $60.00 if prepaid or $15.00 per session.
First time participants required to attend a one-on-one orientation appointment before joining group.
For information or to register: (918) 587-1200 or thegriefcenter.org
Mondays
February 1,8,15, 22 & 29
Started January 25 (6 week series)
Living Longer Living Stronger
Heathier Choices Healthier You
Designed for individuals and caregivers who have chronic health problems. Classes will meet once a week for six weeks. It will help you deal with issues such as pain, fatigue, and inability to sleep. Instructors share activities that will help to improve strength, exercise, endurance, and the safe use of medications. Also ways to communicate effectively with family, friends and healthcare professionals.
1:30 pm
OHAI Training Center
Zarrow Campus 2025 East 71st Street
Tulsa, OK
Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative
Cost: Free
For more information and to RSVP:
(918) 779-7367
Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative is a program of the Donald W. Reynolds Dept. of Geriatric Medicine at The University of Oklahoma and supported by the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation.
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First & Third
Mondays of
each Month
February 1 & 15
Pilates Overcoming Parkinson’s
Instructor Anette McDougal provides exciting, fun, and paced Pilates classes for those with Parkinson’s, their spouses and caregivers. Attendees participate at their own individual level.
3:00 pm
The Gardens
1165 Brenner Road Sapulpa, OK
Phoenix Rehab & The Gardens of Sapulpa
$5 per session per person
To register & information call The Gardens at:
(918) 224-0600 or
Jennifer Johnson, Executive Director, APDA at (918) 747-3747 more for details.
Mondays February 1,8,15,
22 & 29
Tuesdays February 2,9,16
& 23
Grief Journey Group
A general loss group open to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. This Group is also open to those who have already completed a group who wish to reconnect and continue their grief journey with others.
6:00 pm –
7:30 pm
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
The Tristesse Grief Center 4646 S. Harvard Suite 200
Tulsa, OK
The Tristesse Grief Center
Grief Journey groups are provided free of charge to current or previous TGC clients, donations are appreciated. New clients attend a one-on-one orientation prior to joining group and pay a one-time $20.00 registration fee. (918) 587-1200
Tuesdays
February 2,9,16 & 23
Weekly (Some exceptions apply. Call before
attending)
Unburied in Treasurers Workshop
For individuals with previous exper- ience in addressing their own disorganization, clutter and/or hoarding
1:00 pm –
2:30 pm
Fire Station 20
9827 E 59th Street Tulsa, OK
(West of 169 - East of Mingo)
Tulsa Community Hoarding Task Force
Facilitators:
Jo Ann Bly [email protected] (918) 697-2482
Sandye Taylor [email protected] (918) 252-7650
Tuesdays
February
2,9,16 & 23
X
“Looking For My
Silver Lining”
Moore’s Southlawn Grief Support Group
Based on Dr. T David Willet’s book, Silverlining”.
In-depth sessions provide a sharing of four life principles that explain painful experiences, outlines the range of emotions and encourages grieving on your terms.
4:00 pm –
5:00 pm
Moore’s Southlawn Chapel
9350 East 51st Street Tulsa, OK
Moore Funeral Homes & Fitzgerald
Funeral Service
Facilitated by Elaine Moore Jones & Jeffrey Tutt
Free workshop. Book and workbook included.
No RSVP’s required. For Information: (918) 663-2233
Prepare for life’s future storms
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February 2 –
April 14
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
LIFE’s Tax Assistance Program
1) Free tax preparation assistance
through the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program. Trained IRS-certified volunteers will be available to help seniors age 60 and older, making $54,000 or less annually, with free, basic income tax preparation and electronic filing.
2) Online at: www.LIFEseniorservices.org Click on “My Free Taxes” Free Federal & State filing powered by H&R Block. Household income must be $62,000 or less in 2015 to qualify for this online option.
LIFE Senior Services
1) Option 1 - To schedule an appointment, contact LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000 and ask to be connected to the Tax Assistance Appointment Reservation Line.
Appointments are required.
First
Wednesday of each Month
February 3
Brookhaven Professional
Seminar Series
“Don’t Get Dicey: How to Screen and Refer for Gambling Disorder”
Presented by:
Ashley Whitmire, LPC, NCGC & Jeremy Jenkins, LPC, NCGC.
This presentation will provide clinicians with a basic understanding of gambling disorder. We will review signs and symptoms, state and national trends, and ways in which gambling disorder is similar to and different from substance use disorders.
11:15 am 1:00 pm
Brookhaven Hospital
201 South Garnett Road Tulsa, OK
Annex Building - South of the Hospital
Brookhaven Hospital
Register online:
www.brookhavenhospital.com/seminars or
MJ Clausen at (918) 625-5188 or by email to [email protected]
Seating is limited. Please make your reservation
at least one week before the event date.
Cost: $20 includes a catered lunch. Check or cash accepted at the door. CEU credit – 1.5 hours.
First
Thursday of each Month
Februry 4
Family Group
Designed for adults and children who have experienced a significant loss, this group is an opportunity to play games, eat ice cream, and participate in activities that will strengthen the family connection. After creating your own dessert masterpiece at our sundae bar, parents and kids are separated into age appropriate groups.
6:00 pm –
7:30 pm
The Tristesse Grief Center 4646 S. Harvard Suite 200
Tulsa, OK
The Tristesse Grief Center
This group is open to both Grief Center clients and the community at large.
The Group is FREE but donations are appreciated.
For information or to register:
(918) 587-1200 or thegriefcenter.org
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Sunday
February 7
NAMI Presents: A Forum On Mental Health & the Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office
The focus will be to find solutions to our community mental health challenges and improve the sheriff’s department operations. All candidates running for sheriff will address the issues and answer questions presented by a panel from NAMI Tulsa leadership.
2:00 pm
Hardesty Library
Frossard Auditorium 8316 E 93rd Street
Tulsa, OK
NAMI Tulsa
This is a nonpartisan forum without direct debate.
For Information contact NAMI at
(918) 587-6264
Second Monday of each Month
February 8
Degrees of Geriatrics Consortium
Please bring your lunch
and a drink
12:00 pm –
1:30 pm
Hospice of Green Country 1120 S Boston Avenue
Suite 200 Tulsa, OK
Pathways to Health
Healthy Aging Alliance Group
For more information contact: John Woodworth at (918) 295-6152
Second Tuesday
of each month
February 9
Caregiver Support Group
A Lunch & Learn
Presented by a Brookdale
Social Worker
11:30 am
Brookdale Tulsa Midtown
5211 S. Lewis Avenue Tulsa, OK
Brookdale Tulsa Midtown
For Information and to RSVP contact:
Theresa Short, Program Manager
(918) 743-2700
Second & Fourth
Tuesdays
February 9 & 23
Caregivers & Seniors
Laughter Yoga Club
Looking for improved physical and mental health? Laughter Yoga is an easy, fun, new and exciting exercise for improved physical & mental health.
1:00 pm –
2:00 pm
LaFortune Recreation Center
5202 S. Hudson Avenue Tulsa, OK
LIFE Senior Services
Cost: Free. Reservations requested:
Call Mickey Hinds at
(918) 664-9000, ext. 224 or www.LIFEseniorservices.org
Second Tuesday of each
Month
February 9
Digging Out Support Group
Family & love ones desiring to help a love one manage clutter &
disorganization.
11:30 am –
1:00 pm
Improving Lives Counseling
Center 6216 S Lewis Ste. 180
Tulsa, OK
Tulsa Community Hoarding Task Force
Facilitator:
Patrice Lott - [email protected] or
(918) 629-4828
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Second Tuesday of each Month
February 9
Drawing on Memories
“Art Explorations”
A free program designed for individuals with Early stage Alzheimer’s and their care partners, and will include a gallery discussion of specific art pieces followed by a hands-on, interactive activity that includes both individual and group participation. A teaching artist facilitates the sessions.
10:00 am –
12:00 pm
Thomas Gilcrease Museum
1400 North Gilcrease Rd Tulsa, OK
Alzheimer’s Association Oklahoma &
Gilcrease Museum
For information & registration contact:
LaShondia Horn, Alzheimer’s Early
Stage Coordinator at: (918) 392-5014 or [email protected]
Snacks & beverages provided.
Wednesdays
February 10, 17 & 24
LaFortune Brown Bag Series:
Driving and Dementia
“At the Crossroads”
Caring for someone with dementia and concerned about their driving? This program will help inform and empower your family's decisions. Session-1 will cover driving assessment and ability. Session-2 will give tools and tips on building family cooperation and communication. Session-3 will offer resources and options.
11:30 am –
12:30 pm
LaFortune Recreation Center
5202 S. Hudson Avenue Tulsa, OK
LIFE Senior Services
Cost: Free
To register: Call Mickey Hinds at
(918) 664-9000 ext. 224 or
www.LIFEseniorservices.org
Reservations are requested. Space is limited.
Wednesday February 10
6 Week Series
Living Longer Living Stronger
Diabetes Self-Management Program
This free workshop will teach practical skills on managing a chronic health problem with specific focus on Type 2 Diabetes, monitoring blood sugar and diet. It will give you the confidence and motivation needed to manage the challenges of living with this chronic health condition. The workshop is also for family members and caregivers of those with Type 2 Diabetes.
Contact
organization for time.
Pythian Manor West 1700 Riverside Drive
2nd Floor Tulsa, OK
Ability Resources
A division of INCOG Area Agency on Aging
Cost: Free. Reservations requested.
For more information & to register contact:
Louis at (918) 587-3805.
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Wednesdays
February 10,17& 24 Mid-Town Day Group
Buried in Treasurers Workshop
Adults desiring to address personal disorganization & clutter. 15 Week Series.
1:00 pm –
2:25 pm
Brookside Library 1207 E 45th Place
Tulsa, OK
Tulsa Community Hoarding Task Force
Facilitators: Deborah Tommey
(918) 664-9000 x 239 or [email protected]
Second
Wednesday of each Month
February 10
Welcome Wednesday @ Clarehouse
Tour the facility and learn about their loving home environment, end-of-life
care & access to hospice.
11:30 am –
12:30 pm
Clarehouse
7617 South Mingo Road Tulsa, OK
Complimentary Lunch
RSVP by the Monday prior to the Wednesday you plan to attend to:
Stacy at (918) 893-6150 or [email protected]
Second
Thursday of each Month
February 11
Creek County Caregiver’s
Connection Support Group
6:30 pm –
7:30 pm
Sapulpa First Presbyterian
Church Library 410 East Lee Sapulpa, OK
(Use “Chapel” door north entrance
on Lee Street)
Oasis Adult Day Services
Respite Care Available upon request by
OASIS Sapulpa To RSVP or for more information call:
(918) 224-0410
Thursday
February 11
Mending Hearts
Valentine’s Day can be difficult for those grieving the loss of a significant other.
Meet with others who are grieving the loss of a loved one
Make a Valentine shadow box
Participate in a remembrance cere-mony
6:00 pm –
7:30 pm
The Tristesse Grief Center 4646 S. Harvard Suite 200
Tulsa, OK
The Tristesse Grief Center
Fee: $10 per person
Reservations required To RSVP or for more information, call (918) 587-1200
Thursday
February 11
“Advocacy 101”
Oklahoma Aging Advocate Trish Emig. will share information about becoming informed and knowledgeabe with other advocates, legislators and the public. You will be feel confident about being an advocate for yourself or a loved one in time for Senior Day at the Capital!
1:00 pm –
2:30 pm
LIFE ’s Senior Center
Southminster 3500 S. Peoria Avenue
Tulsa, OK
LIFE Senior Services
Cost: Free. Reservations requested:
Call Mickey Hinds at
(918) 664-9000, ext. 224 or www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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Second
Thursday of each Month
February 11
East Tulsa Parkinson
Support Group
People with Parkinson Disease and Family members are encouraged to
attend.
3:30 pm –
5:00 pm
Brookhaven Hospital Outpatient Services
211 South Garnett Road Tulsa, OK
Large group room.
Use south entrance.
Brookhaven Hospital & the
Contact information: Debbie Steen at
(918) 812-6685
Second
Thursday of each Month
February 11
Tulsa Hearing Helpers
Support Group Total Source for Hearing-loss
& Access
For individuals who have lost hearing later in life.
10:00 am –
11:30 am
TSHA
8740 East 11th Street Tulsa, OK
Tulsa Source for Hearing-loss and Access
Cost: FREE
RSVP to: (918) 832-8742 or Email Diana at [email protected]
www.tsha.cc
Second
Thursday of each Month
February 11
Caregiver Support Group
6:30 pm
Heritage Methodist Church 5300 E Kenosha Avenue
Room 202 Broken Arrow, OK
Brookdale Broken Arrow
For more details & to RSVP:
(918) 704-2058
Second Friday of each Month
February 12
Parkinson Broken Arrow
Support Group
10:00 am
Broken Arrow Senior Center
1800 South Main Street Broken Arrow, OK
American Parkinson Disease Association
For information, please call:
Jane Hewitt........(918) 258-7033 Laurie Witt.........(918) 798-1495
Friday
February 12
Second of 4 in Series
2015-2016 Training Series:
Mind-Body Medicine Techniques and Their Applications®
Develop a better understanding of MBM techniques and how to apply them to practice.
Facilitators
Renee Avery, MS, LPC Candidate Christy Durbin, MS, LPC-S
Tanis Taylor, LMFT David Wakefield, PhD
8:00 am
Registration
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Cancer Treatment Centers
of America 10109 E 79th St.
(81st and Hwy. 169) Tulsa, OK
Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Mind-Body Medicine Team
Each session is approved for 3 CEUs for LPCs and LMFTs. Registration is $50 per session.
For information & to obtain a registration form contact
Christy Durbin at (918) 286-5475 or [email protected]
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Time
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Sponsor &
Contact Information
Friday - Sunday
February 12,13 & 14
Oasis Adult Day Services
Will be available at the “Tulsa Women’s Living Expo” to provide information
regarding adult day services.
10:00am–6:00 pm 10:00am–6:00 pm 11:00am–5:00 pm
River Spirit Expo Center
Tulsa Fairgrounds 4145 East 21st Street
Tulsa, OK
Tulsa Women’s Living Expo
Ticket Information: $7 per person $5 with coupon available at Walgreens www.womenslivingexpo.com
LOUD CROWD Voice Therapy
Maintaining one’s voice and swallowing abilities is an ongoing challenge for individuals with Parkinson’s. The LOUD Crowd provides support, encourage- ment, and continued care from professional staff.
St. John Health System 1923 S. Utica Avenue
Tulsa, OK
Contact Kelley Berry at (918) 744-2476 to schedule an appointment.
February 15 – 19
Monday thru Friday
Oasis Adult Day Services
Open House
3:00 pm –
6:00 pm
Oasis Adult Day Services
5525 E. 51st Street, Suite 400 Tulsa OK
Oasis Adult Day Services
For information call:
(918) 749-6969
Tuesdays
February 16 & 23
Mid-Town Evening Group
Buried in Treasurers Workshop
Adults desiring to address personal disorganization & clutter. 15 Week Series.
6:00 pm –
7:30 pm
Brookside Library 1207 E 45th Place
Tulsa, OK
Tulsa Community Hoarding Task Force
Facilitators:
Susan Williams [email protected]
Rea Booth [email protected]
Third
Tuesday of each Month
February 16
Drawing on Memories
“Art Focus”.
Individuals with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease & their caregivers engage the mind and imagination through hands-on art activities and looking at art. Facilitated by a Philbrook artist.
10:00 am –
12:00 pm
Philbrook Museum of Art 2727 South Rockford Rd
Tulsa, OK
Alzheimer’s Association Oklahoma &
Philbrook Museum of Art
For information & registration contact:
LaShondia Horn, Alzheimer’s Early Stage Coordinator at:
(918) 392-5014 or [email protected]
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Third
Tuesday of each Month
February 16
Parkinson Sand Springs
Support Group
6:00 pm
Green Tree Assisted Living 4402 S. 129th W. Avenue
3rd Floor Dining Room Sand Springs, OK
American Parkinson Disease Association
Facilitator: Jenny Johnson, Executive Director,
APDA Oklahoma RSVP to (918) 747-3747
Wednesday February 17
Take Good Care of Your Heart
Dr. Neil Agrawal, MD with the Oklahoma Heart Institute will speak on heart health & stroke prevention.
6:00 pm
Aberdeen Heights
7220 South Yale Avenue Tulsa, OK
Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living
Refreshments will be provided.
For more information call:
(918) 496-0123
Third
Thursday of each Month
February 18
Tulsa City/County TRIAD
Monthly Meeting Faciliator: Laura Dempsey-Polan Focus: Emergency housing for vulnerable adults and the homeless.
2:00 pm
Morton Comprehensive
Health Services Conference Room 3
1334 North Lansing Avenue Tulsa, OK
MCHS Tulsa Police Department
Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office
Tulsa City/County TRIAD
RSVP to:
Brenda Haesloop – [email protected]
Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TRIADTulsa
Third
Thursday of each Month
February 18
Parkinson Support Group
4:00 pm
The Scholl Center
4415 S. Harvard Avenue Tulsa, OK
The Scholl Center for Communication Disorders
Facilitator: Keith Khoo (918) 488-0990
Thursday
February 18
Medical Town Hall
“Latest Advancements in Cardiac Care”
Presented by interventional
cardiologist Sanjeev Trehan, M.D., for an interactive heart health discussion.
5:30 pm
Refreshments
6:00 pm Program
Saint Francis
Education Center 6161 South Yale Avenue
Tulsa, OK
East side of the building
Saint Francis Systems
To RSVP call (918) 494-1448 or email [email protected]
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Thursday
February 18
Caregivers
Communication Strategies
The goals of the program are for participants to better understand the changes in communication that occur with disease progression and how they manifest in the person with dementia.
11:30 am 1:30 pm
Asbury UMC Tulsa 6767 S Mingo Rd
Tulsa, OK
For information and to RSVP call:
(800) 272-390
Friday
February 19
12th Annual “Out of Africa
Healthy Brain Strategies”
This “Healthy Brain Strategies Event” is an education and entertainment program for the north Tulsa community to help raise more awareness of the higher risk of Alzheimer’s among African Americans, as well as lowering ones chances of ever getting this disease.
6:00 pm
Greenwood Cultural Center
322 North Greenwood Tulsa, OK
Alzheimer’s Diversity Outreach Services
Tickets: $20 per person or $200 for a table of
10 guests.
For information – tickets or RSVPs call:
(918) 902-0845 or (918) 514-3154
Friday
February 19
Seniors
The Basics of Medicare
This seminar is designed especially for individuals who are newly eligible or soon to be eligible for Medicare. Topics will cover the basics of Medicare & what you need to know to make an informed decision about your coverage options.
10:00 am –
12:00 pm
LIFE Senior Services
Central 5950 E. 31st Street
Tulsa, OK
LIFE Senior Services
Cost: Free To register: Call (918) 664-9000 ext. 250
or www.LIFEseniorservices.org Reservations are requested.
Space is limited. This seminar is intended for Medicare beneficiaries. 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.
Fourth
Monday of every Month
February 22
New Group
Owasso Caregiver Support Group
APDA partnership with Baptist Village of Owasso. Not Parkinson specific.
Goal: How to become a better
caregiver.
2:00 pm
Baptist Village of Owasso 7410 N 127th E Avenue
Owasso, OK
American Parkinson Disease Association
For information & to register contact:
Nancy Brown (918) 274-8154
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Time
Location
Sponsor &
Contact Information
Monday
February 22
INCOG Area Agency on Aging is providing two buses. Contact INCOG at (918) 579-9477
2016 Senior Day at the Capitol
This is a free event for older Oklahomans and professionals in the field of aging to:
Learn about legislation and issues affecting older Oklahomans
Share your ideas, needs and concerns with your state senators and representatives
Visit with nonprofit and governmental agencies to learn about their services
8:30 am –
2:00 pm
Oklahoma State Capitol
2300 N Lincoln Blvd Oklahoma City, OK
For questions about the event, please contact
Senior Info-Line at 1 (800) 211-2116 or
DHS Aging Services at (405) 521-2281.
OKDHS * AARP * Alzheimer’s Asssociation OK * Leading Age OK * Legal Aid Services of OK * National Caucus & Center on Black Aging OK * OK Alliance on Aging * OK Association of Area Agencies on Aging * ODMHSAS * Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative * OK Insurance Department * OK Silver Haired Legislature Alumni Association * OK State Council on Aging * OK State Department of Health
Registration
Online pre-registration is available and encouraged. Online registration ends Friday, Feb. 12, 2016.
Register for Senior Day at the Capitol
On-site registration will also be available.
Tuesday
February 23
Caregiving 101
This workshop is for individuals who are experienced caregivers as well as new to caregiving. Learn the vocabulary of the care world, information needed to make good decisions, an overview of community resources, living options and legal documents to include strategies to maintain health.
6:00 pm –
7:00 pm
LIFE Senior Services
Central 5950 E. 31st Street
Tulsa, OK
LIFE Senior Services
Cost: Free. Reservations requested:
Call Mickey Hinds at (918) 664-9000, ext. 224 or
www.LIFEseniorservices.org
Every attendee will receive a FREE Caregiver Toolkit
Fourth
Tuesday of each Month
February 23
Saint Simeon’s Parkinson’s Swim Group
Complimentary swim for individuals with Parkinson’s and their loved ones. Guidelines will be provided to insure each attendee is able to participate.
3:00 pm –
4:00 pm
Saint Simeon’s
Wellness Center 3701 Martin Luther King Jr.
Blvd Tulsa, OK
Saint Simeon’s & American Parkinson Disease
Association
RSVP by Feb 19 – (918) 794-1945 or [email protected]
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Tuesdays
& Thursdays
Parkinson Life Exercise
“Bold Moves PD”
A program designed for seniors living with problematic joint and other mobility impairments (such as Arthritis and Parkinson's) by focusing on all 4 building blocks of senior fitness.
10:30 am –
11:15 am
University Village Exercise Room
8555 South Lewis Avenue Tulsa, OK
University Village Retirement Community
Monthly Fee: Non-residents - $20.00 per month
For information contact: Chelsea Hewitt at (918) 298-3370
A 45-minute program that targets the entire body.
Attention
Caregivers!
Oxford Health Respite Care
Available to seniors 60+.
Seniors who need help with activities of daily living due to chronic disease, cognitive impairment and age related diseases. Vouchers for respite are provided for:
Personal Care Respite–CNA
Companion Aide
Adult Day Services Facility
Respite Vouchers – Care-giver break provided by the individual of your choice.
Also Respite for grandparents raising grandchildren.
Oxford’s Older Americans Act services are offered in:
Tulsa, Creek and Osage counties in northeast
Oklahoma through the INCOG Area Agency
on Aging.
Oxford Health Care
Eligible individuals must be assessed to qualify.
For more information call:
(918) 258-1111
www.oxford-healthcare.org
Fourth
Wednesday of every Month
February 24 New Group
Parkinson Sapulpa Support Group
Speaker: Jenny Johnson, CTRS,
Executive Director, APDA
Topic: Introduction to Parkinson's Disease. What can a Support Group
do for me?
2:00 pm –
3:00 pm
Bartlett-Carnegie Sapulpa
Public Library 27 W. Dewey Avenue
Sapulpa, OK
Meet in the lower level Board Room
American Parkinson Disease Association
For information and to register contact:
Support Group Leaders: John & Christine Detrick
at (918) 248-8248
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Wednesday February 24
Advances in Heart Care
Presented by Dr. Wayne Leimbach, Jr. Cardiologist with the Oklahoma
Heart Institute Attend to learn about:
New imaging technology
Solutions for complex heart problems
Non-surgical procedures for heart valve replacement or repair
Treatments for life-threatening blood clots
11:30 am
Complimentary Lunch
12:00 pm –
1:00 pm Presentation &
Questions
Renaissance Tulsa Hotel 6808 S. 107th E. Avenue
Tulsa, OK
71st Street & Highway 169
Hillcrest Silver Elite
To RSVP, please call (918) 579-6060 (ext.1)
or http://www.hillcrestmedicalcenter.com/content/hillcres
t-medical-center-events
FREE Educational Program
Fourth
Wednesday of every Month
February 24 New Group
Parkinson Sapulpa Support Group
Speaker: Jenny Johnson, CTRS,
Executive Director, APDA
Topic: Introduction to Parkinson's Disease. What can a Support Group
do for me?
2:00 pm –
3:00 pm
Bartlett-Carnegie Sapulpa
Public Library 27 W. Dewey Avenue
Sapulpa, OK
Meet in the lower level Board Room
American Parkinson Disease Association
For information and to register contact:
Support Group Leaders: John & Christine Detrick at (918) 248-8248
Thursday
February 25
A Discussion about Alzheimer’s
Presented by Jennifer Mailath,
Community Outreach Coordinator Alzheimer’s Association OK Chapter
Topic: How the Alzheimer’s
Association can help and the services available in the community.
6:30 pm
Forest Hills
4304 West Houston Broken Arrow, OK
Forest Hills Assisted Living &
Independent Living
The event is FREE – Dinner will be provided. RSVP by Monday, February 22nd, by calling
(918) 250-1700
Thursday
February 25
Tulsa Community
Hoarding Task Force Meeting
Task Force members, Facilitators, Co-Facilitators and any additional parties interested in becoming part of this group.
2:00 pm
MHAOK Yale Apartments
4650 E. Admiral Place Tulsa, OK
(Yale & Admiral)
Tulsa Community Hoarding Task Force
Contact LIFE Senior Services Senior Line for more information regarding the Task Force and Buried In
Treasure & Unburied in Treasure Groups at: (918) 664-9000
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Thursday
February 25
Matters of the Heart
Presented by Dr. Roger Des Prez Cardiologist with Oklahoma Heart Institute Attend to learn more about: • Risk factors for heart disease and heart attack • How to reduce your risk
7:30 am
Complimentary Breakfast
8:00 am –
9:00 am Presentation &
Questions
Bailey Medical Center
Bailey Education Foundation 10502 N. 100th E. Avenue
Owasso, OK
Hillcrest Silver Elite
To RSVP, please call (918) 376-8599.
FREE Educational Program
Fourth
Thursday of each Month
February 25
Parkinson Owasso Support Group
2:00 pm –
4:00 pm
Owasso Community Center
301 South Cedar Owasso, OK
American Parkinson’s Disease Association
For information, please call: Jane Sells at (918) 671-4467
Fourth
Thursday of each Month
February 25
Alzheimer’s Caregiver
Support Group
Video “The Art of Caregiving” by Teepa Snow
Dinner will be provided
6:00 pm 7:30 pm
Saint Simeon’s
Smith Conference Room 3701 Martin Luther King Jr.
Blvd Tulsa, OK
Saint Simeon’s Senior Living
Co-facilitators: Brenda Haesloop & Lindsay Morris
Please RSVP by Feb 22 to (918) 794-1945 or [email protected]
Friday
February 26
Caregivers & Seniors
Community Resources for Seniors
Learn about services to assist seniors and their caregivers. Understand how these services and programs work, as well as the eligibility required for many of the programs
10:00 am –
11:30 am
Tulsa Health Department
5635 N. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Tulsa, OK
LIFE Senior Services
Tulsa Health Department
Cost: Free. Reservations requested:
Call Mickey Hinds at (918) 664-9000, ext. 224 or
www.LIFEseniorservices.org
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Mondays
Wednesdays &
Fridays
OASIS Navigators Club - Tulsa
The OASIS Navigator’s Club is a program specifically designed for individuals diagnosed with early memory loss caused by Alzheimer's disease or other related disorders.
10:00 am –
2:00 pm
OASIS Tulsa Center
Park Place Building Suite 400 5525 E. 51st Street
Tulsa, OK
The Program is designed to address the unique challenges of
these individuals and their caregivers.
Oasis Adult Day Services
First session is free of charge. For registration call
Lisa Watkins, RN, MS at 918-706-9531 or OASIS at (918) 749-6969.
http://www.oasisads.org/services/navigators-alzheimers-program
Mondays
Wednesdays &
Fridays
OASIS Navigators Club - Sapulpa
10:00 am –
2:00 pm
OASIS Sapulpa Center
410 E. Lee
Sapulpa, OK
Oasis Adult Day Services
First session is free of charge. For registration call Lisa Watkins, RN, MS at 918-706-9531 or OASIS at
(918) 749-6969. http://www.oasisads.org/services/navigators-
alzheimers-program
Tuesdays
& Thursdays
OASIS Navigators Club – Town
Village
10:30 am –
12:30 pm
Town Village Senior Living
8222 S. Yale Avenue Tulsa, OK
Oasis Adult Day Services
First session is free of charge. For registration call Lisa Watkins, RN, MS at 918-706-9531 or OASIS at
(918) 749-6969. http://www.oasisads.org/services/navigators-
alzheimers-program
Tuesdays
& Thursdays
OASIS Navigators Club – Skiatook
10:00 am –
2:00 pm
First Christian Church
419 East Rogers Skiatook, OK
Oasis Adult Day Services
First session is free of charge. For registration call Lisa Watkins, RN, MS at 918-706-9531 or OASIS at
(918) 749-6969. http://www.oasisads.org/services/navigators-
alzheimers-program
Save the Date
March 8 & 9
Inspire. Serve. Advocate
2016 Annual Conference
“be the difference” for long term care
LeadingAge Oklahoma represents an association of members who are forward-thinking in shaping the future of the long-term care profession. .
Reed Conference Center 5800 Will Rogers Road
Midwest City, OK
Advancing policies and ideas to empower aging
services providers
Expanding the world of possibilities for aging
LeadingAge Oklahoma
Registration and payment must be received by February 23 to receive the advanced registration fee. Registrations received after February 23 will be accepted on a space-available basis
To register online:
http://www.LeadingAgeOK.org
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Save the Date
Friday
March 11
Third of 4 in Series
2015-2016 Training Series:
Resiliency: How to Make the Most of Hard Times
Develop an understanding of resiliency in a changing world.
Facilitators: Renee Avery, MS, LPC Candidate
Christy Durbin, MS, LPC-S Tanis Taylor, LMFT
David Wakefield, PhD
8:00 am
Registration
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Cancer Treatment Centers
of America 10109 E 79th St.
(81st and Hwy. 169) Tulsa, OK
Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Mind-Body Medicine Team
Each session is approved for 3 CEUs for LPCs and
LMFTs. Registration is $50 per session.
For information & to obtain a registration form contact Christy Durbin at (918) 286-5475 or
Save the Date
Friday
June 10
Fourth of 4 in Series
2015-2016 Training Series:
Becoming an Ethical Counselor in an Unethical World
Examine the unethical predicaments facing counselors today and understand your legal and ethical obligations.
Facilitators: Renee Avery, MS, LPC Candidate
Christy Durbin, MS, LPC-S Tanis Taylor, LMFT
David Wakefield, PhD
8:00 am
Registration
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Cancer Treatment Centers
of America 10109 E 79th St.
(81st and Hwy. 169) Tulsa, OK
Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Mind-Body Medicine Team
Each session is approved for 3 CEUs for LPCs and LMFTs. Registration is $50 per session.
For information & to obtain a registration form contact
Christy Durbin at (918) 286-5475 or
Seniors Law Enforcement Agencies Senior Care Providers
Please submit calendar information to:
Brenda Haesloop – [email protected] by the 20th
of the month