March - Elder Care

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Thank You For Your Support
Issue 3
Volume 16
Elder Care appreciates your generosity in helping us provide services to seniors and caregivers.
Planning has begun for Elder Care’s fabulous fund raiser, The Good, The Bad and The Barbeque and now is the
time to become a sponsor. This is the 17th year for this great event and we are all looking forward
to another magical evening at the beautiful Cross Bell Ranch.
February 2015 Donors:
Memorials:
Mr. and Mrs. William Boggs
Edna Earl Painter
Donald L. Peters
In memory of Floyd Grundy:
In-kind Contributions:
Anne Siegel
GO Sponsors:
Bartlesville Health & Rehab
Heritage Villa
Sense of
Purpose
The Good, The Bad and The Barbeque
Donors and Sponsors
Arlene Bratt
Mr. and Mrs. Max Brocklesby
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Brashear
Linda Jarrell
New Harmony Baptist Church
Betty Nichols
Jeanne Rowlett
Russell Shelton
Ron Tate, Norma Tate Robinson
and Wilma Tate Wells
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A.E. & Jaunita Richardson Foundation
Donna Barclay-Burman: RE/MAX
of Bartlesville
Drummond Law PLLC
Kane Cattle Company
Phillips 66
Robinett King
Rogers State University
Schwegman Insurance & Financial Services
Truity Credit Union
Tulsa Cancer Institute
Events Calendar
March
27- GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
16- GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
30 -GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
17- Caregiver Support Group, 10 am
GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Bunco*, 3 pm
31- Caregiver Support Group, 10 am
GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Bunco*, 3 pm
18- GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
GO: Coffeyville day trip*, 9:45 am
April
19- GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
20 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
23 -GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
24- Caregiver Support Group, 10 am
GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Bunco*, 3 pm
25 -GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
26 - GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
Golden Hour, 5:30 pm
1 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
2 - GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
3 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
Elder Care's Golden Opportunities members enjoy a special dinner. They are
served by volunteers from Phillips 66.
6 -GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
Open House Tour, 10 am
7- Caregiver Support Group, 10 am
GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Bunco*, 3 pm
8 -GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
*Enrollment Fee Applies
1223 Swan Drive
Bartlesville, OK 74006
918-336-8500
www.abouteldercare.org
Physical Therapy
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GO in the Spring
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DayBreak Sense of Purpose
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Individual Care in Physical Therapy
By Stevie Williams, Director of Community Relations
Functional decline in older adults can result in loss of
independence. This functional decline can be a result of a
sedentary lifestyle in retirement: sitting more often, not
getting out of the house as much or having pain while
moving. Physical therapy can help restore function and
improve mobility for seniors.
Physical therapists are educated and skilled in treatment
of all types. Physical therapists examine patients and
develop a plan of care that promotes movement, reduces
pain and restores function. Common reasons for physical
therapy include: chronic weakness, joint pain, difficulty in
walking, neck and back pain, arthritis and dizziness.
Once a physical therapy assessment has been completed,
a plan of care is established. At Elder Care, all physical
therapy appointments are one-on-one with your therapist,
allowing for individual care in treatment. This one-on-one
attention also allows for more time to explain the process
of the therapy.
After the physical therapy treatment plan is completed,
continued exercise and an active lifestyle is important in
optimizing health among seniors aging with chronic conditions. Elder Care Physical Therapy offers an After Care program with two options for exercise: Independent Aftercare and Assisted Aftercare.
Independent Aftercare is designed to help maintain the
benefits gained through skilled physical therapy at Elder
Care. This program does not include direct supervision or
assistance and may be completed at the convenience of
the individual.
Assisted Aftercare is designed to be a seamless transition
from skilled physical therapy to an ongoing personalized
exercise program with the assistance of a trained staff
member in a one-on-one environment.
The physical therapy department at Elder Care specializes
in administering individualized care in a compassionate
environment. We dedicate ourselves to providing highquality skilled services to manage multiple medical conditions, and the impairments that accompany these conditions. We would love to make a positive difference in your
life. You can contact us directly at 918-766-0391 or visit
our website at abouteldercare.org.
Elder Care Physical Therapist Jennifer Pregler works with Robert
Babcock on his physical therapy plan of care.
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DayBreak
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ELDER CARE
By Alan Phillips, Director of DayBreak
How do we help loved ones find a sense of purpose and
meaning when it may be tough for them to just physically
get through the day? When seniors have difficulty physically or cognitively, they often feel isolated and bored.
Excellence in senior care
since 1983
1223 Swan Dr.
Bartlesville, OK 74006
Tel. 918-336-8500
Fax 918-336-8519
info@abouteldercare.org
www.abouteldercare.org
DayBreak Adult Day Health provides social interaction for
older adults who are experiencing physical, mental, or
social issues associated with stroke, isolation, confusion
or other conditions. DayBreak provides the opportunity to
meet new people, participate in stimulating activities and
enjoy the day in comfortable surroundings.
A United Way Agency
"I have met people that I really like at DayBreak. Everyone
is so open and friendly," says DayBreak participant Nancy
Wesley. "Everyone makes me feel welcome. When I walk in
the door, everyone says 'Nancy, You're Here!'"
Whether a participant is totally independent and just looking for social activities or requires assistance with most
daily activities, DayBreak has something for everyone.
"The art room is important to me," says Nancy. "I enjoy
painting. I have paints at home too. But DayBreak is getting to feel like home to me."
DayBreak participant Nancy Wesley enjoys spending a few days
a week at Elder Care to socialize, paint and participate in group
DayBreak helps reduce the isolation many older adults feel. activities.
Participants say that being more social and active gives
them a renewed sense of purpose and something to look
forward to each day.
Elder Care February
2015 Volunteers:
Emily Allen-Worrell
Josh Allen-Worrell
Dan Boatwright
Nolan Dealy
Askeli Deblieck
Janice Drumm
Justin Cherwink
Vicki Esser
Luanne Hamilton
Brittany Hess
Judi Hildebrand
Melvin Hildebrand
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Christie Johnson
Jan Lawson
Jessica Lin
Linda Michael
Pat Michael
Roni Murphy
Joanne Payne
Annabeth Robin
Brittany Rovenstine
Pam Schultes
Ray Stevens
Rob Stevens
Stephanie Stratton
Kari Taylor
"My life has had a lot of changes and challenges. My belief
in God helps keep me focused. I try to stay positive. DayBreak has given me a purpose." Nancy certainly brings joy
to those around her while she is at DayBreak.
For more information about DayBreak at Elder Care, call
918-336-8500 or visit www.abouteldercare.org. Transportation may be available.
Program Management
Mike Fogle
Executive Director
Frank Danel
Facility Manager
Jerry Brad Jarrell, MD
W.R. Bohon Senior Health Clinic
Sue Kulp
Care Manager Supervisor
Josh Lindblom, PT, DPT
Physical Therapy Director
Deirdre McArdle
Development Director
Alan Phillips
Adult Day Health Director
Stevie Williams
Community Relations Director
Board Members
Janice P. Dreiling, President
Dr. Jamie Archer Bennett,
Vice President
Robert Babcock, Treasurer
Amy Cady
Todd Cone
Jim E. Dick
Kelly Diven
Glenna Dorris
Special Judge John Gerkin
Dr. Stephen Kirkpatrick
Margie Learned
David Oakley
Kay Sallee
Virginia Sawyer
Find Your Sense of Purpose
By Stevie Williams, Director of Community Relations
A sense of purpose can provide
happiness and longevity in life. But
what is your sense of purpose and
how can you find it?
A sense of purpose is your reason
for getting up in the morning. It is
what keeps you going and makes
you happy.
Richard Leider, author of “The Power of Purpose” says that Purpose =
gifts + passions + values. Your gifts
are what make you happy, not necessarily just your talents. Passions
are what you love to do or your
interests. Values are tied to your
beliefs.
Your sense of purpose changes throughout your life. As a student, employee or parent,
your motivation is much different during each of those stages in your life. As a retired
person, you may need to rediscover your gifts and passions in order to learn what brings
you happiness in your new lifestyle. You might discover that volunteering brings you joy
and helping others gets you out of bed each morning with a happy heart. Or maybe a
new found artistic talent keeps your creative side sparked each day. Some seniors enjoy
games and group activities, such as playing bridge or participating in a fitness class or
singing in a choir. During retirement, there are opportunities to travel or learn a new
hobby. Golden Opportunities at Elder Care provides education and fitness classes, social
events and day trips that bring seniors together for enjoyment and rejuvenation.
There may be a time in your life that being a caregiver might become your purpose. But
then what to do once your loved one passes or situations change? The caregiver may
soon realize that a new sense of purpose must be discovered in order to find involvement
and happiness. Programs like Elder Care's DayBreak Adult Day Health might be beneficial
where participants can come spend the day with others in a social setting while taking
part in group activities, fitness, art and music.
Throughout these different stages in your life, a sense of purpose still provides the same
benefits: Improves your physical health, Lengthens your life and Makes you happier. In
the book Blue Zones, author Dan Buettner talks about the longest living people in different parts of the world. They all shared nine of the same traits, one of which is a sense of
purpose. Knowing your sense of purpose is worth up to seven years of extra life expectancy according to the Blue Zones study.
If you are looking for your sense of purpose, take some time to reflect on what you
would like to contribute to the world and what brings you joy. The discovery may take
some trial and error to find out what brings you fulfillment. But once you find that sense
of purpose, your days will begin with a clear focus and energy that result in happiness.
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Swing into Spring with Golden Opportunities
In honor of Dr. Seuss, UnSlump your Slump!
Spring is on its way! As we watch the flowers start to
By Christina Bishop, Director of Client Services
will enjoy GO’s day trip to Pawhuska. Explore three of the
bloom and listen to the bird’s chirp many can feel the itch main attractions of Pawhuska; the Constantine Theater,
the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Osage
to get out of the house and shake off the winter blues.
Golden Opportunities can help do just that. GO will roll out Country Historical Museum.
a new brochure on March 26 at the monthly Golden Hour
and it’s packed full of new opportunities. “This year GO will Golden Opportunities is also offering classes to enrich your
knowledge and help develop new skills. This spring GO will
focus more on what our members want to do,” said Jennifer Ennis, community relations coordinator. “This spring offer a Kindle 101 class in April. Bring your Kindle to class
and learn to navigate the home page, download books and
all the trips and classes were inspired by our members'
suggestions and I am looking forward to being able to see how to borrow books from your library. GO will also inspire
you to love your vegetables with a cooking class offered in
them take part in what matters to them.”
June. Learn how to create crowd-pleasing dishes that are
Golden Opportunities will start spring off with a day trip to anything but garden-variety with produce you can buy from
see “The Phantom of the Opera” on April 16. Far beneath the local farmers market.
the majesty and splendor of the Paris Opera house, hides
Want to exercise more than just your mind? Join Bob Rowe
the Phantom in a shadowy existence. This production is
of the YMCA for a 12 week Stretch and Tone class starting in
hailed by critics as “bigger and better than ever before.”
April. Learn basic yoga, stretching, strengthening and balIf you are looking for more ways to enjoy the arts, join GO ance. Or join our Enhance Fitness class which combines the
for a day trip to visit the Philbrook Museum of Art in June. three key components of fitness: strength training, cardioThe Philbrook boasts nine collections of rare and interest- vascular conditioning and flexibility, all set to music.
ing art from all over the world. Enjoy their collections of
For more information, contact Jennifer Ennis at 918-336American art, Asian art, Native American art and much
8500 or pick up a brochure at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive.
more. After spending the morning immersed in different cultures, devote the afternoon to shopping in Utica
Square.
If you like to learn about the rich history of Oklahoma you
Planning for the Future
By Deirdre McArdle, Director of Development
Elder Care is pleased to announce that we have been
selected to participate in the Planned Giving Partnership
Program offered through Bartlesville Community Foundation. This allows us the opportunity to provide you with
professional guidance and assistance if you desire to make
a commitment to our mission through planned gifts such
as wills, trusts, gift annuities, etc.
The great news is that many of these strategies can be
customized to help you achieve your family, financial, and
charitable goals, while providing tax benefits. This service
is provided at no charge.
Contact: Deirdre McArdle, Director of Development at 918336-8500 or dmcardle@abouteldercare.org for more information.
“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment
until it becomes a memory.” - Dr. Seuss
We are all capable of getting in a slump and throwing the
not so glamorous pity party from time to time. However,
when the party is over it's time to refocus and spring into
action.
Yes, I said “spring” - just that word alone brings thoughts
of trees budding, birds singing, and more beautiful sunlight. I realize that you may have some very serious challenges going on in your life at this time, however I can
promise you that taking up every moment of time you
have dwelling on the unknown and every possible negative outcome one can imagine will only help you to succeed at one thing! What’s that you ask? I will tell you, you
are robbing yourself and those who love you of quality
time! Time, precious time is what we make of it.
self with
positive people,
listen to beautiful music, and
focus on the
simplest and
most clear
examples of
beauty you can
imagine. Look
for chances to
share with others, laugh with
others, and cry
with others.
One of my
favorite books by Dr. Seuss is; “Oh the Places You'll Go”!
We cannot always choose our circumstances; however we I cannot read this book without thinking of all of the ups
and downs and wonderment life holds for each of us. So in
can choose how we react to them and how we chose to
honor or Dr. Suess's March Birthday and in true Dr. Seuss
live within in them. Remember there is a real difference
form, Get to unslumping your slumps!
between quantity and quality. Choose to surround your