1. health and fitness
2. exercise

Prime Times
8
Thank You For Your Support
Issue 1
Volume 16
Elder Care appreciates your generosity in helping us provide services to seniors and caregivers.
Private contributions play an important role in the success of Elder Care’s many programs and services. The
generous support of our donors enables us to serve senior adults and their caregivers throughout the community.
For information about making a gift please contact: Deirdre McArdle, Director of Development, at 918-336-8500.
December 2014 Donors:
K.S. Adams Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Allison
Leota Amsey
Mr. & Mrs. Preston Arnold
Mr. Willis R. Barrett
Mr. & Mrs. E.L. Baughan
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Beard
Dr. Jamie Archer Bennett
Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Bork
Ed & Linda Boudreaux
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Boulton
Mr. & Mrs. Donald Bruning
Mr. John W. Bundren
Mr. & Mrs. Allan J. Bunge
Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Burris
Mr. & Mrs. Allan Carlson
Mr. & Mrs. Donnie Casteel
Mr. & Mrs. John Castelli
Mr. & Mrs. Roger Carpenter
The H.A. and Mary K. Chapman Charitable Trust
Richard & Maria Clampitt
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Cody
Mr. & Mrs. Breck Combs
Mr. & Mrs. Howard Cook
Rev. & Mrs. Charles Cowell
Mr. & Mrs. Martin Cox
Mr. & Mrs. Kelly Diven
Mr. & Mrs. John Donoghue
Mr. & Mrs. Donald D. Doty
Janice P. Dreiling
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Duede
Mr. & Mrs. Frederick
Drummond
Pamela Eccleston
Tom & Elizabeth Gallery
Mr. & Mrs. W.E. Garrett, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Gorman
Edd & Carmen Grigsby
Joy Hensley
Mrs. Robert Hogan
Mr. & Mrs. A.C. Holden
Mr. & Mrs. Gary Hoover
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Horning
Mr. & Mrs. Darrell Houk
Corinne Hutchinson
Mr. & Mrs. H.L. Johnson
Mr. & Mrs. Larry Johnson
Mr. & Mrs. Donald Lauffer
Mrs. Carolyn Lawrence
Jack & Cheryl Lenhert
Mike May
Pat & Ralph McLaurey
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Medlock
The John Mihm Family
Mr. & Mrs. William Millis
Mr. & Mrs. Pat Murphy
Adele T. Musgrave
Amelia Nash
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Oliver
Mr. & Mrs. J. Michael Perry
Mr. & Mrs. Radomir Petrovich
Mr. & Mrs. Terry Plunk
Mrs. Roland Pryor
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Reburn
Dr. Rick Reid
Mr. & Mrs. Gary Ross
Mr. & Mrs. Ron Sawyer
Mrs. Ted Schwermer
Dr. & Mrs. Richard Skinner
Mr. & Mrs. Lynn Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Stevens
Ed Swain
Kathi & John Swanson
Alice Tennison
Mrs. Shirley Tyler
Mr. & Mrs. Steve Van Aken
Mr. Carl Vickburg
Frances Whitehorn
Mr. & Mrs. Buz Wierick
Bettye A. Williams
Mr. & Mrs. Willis Raymond
Woolrich III
Mr. & Mrs. Bill Zoldoske
Memorials:
In memory of Betty Ruth La
Duke
Mr. & Mrs. G. W. Snell
Memorials:
Jan 2015
An Elder Care Publication
Stay Socially Active in the New Year
Page 3
In memory of Lewis Thompson
Dr. Scott Brecheisen
Wilma J. Buckner
Faye Duncan
Margaret Harding
Gloria M. Kempf & Vernon
Kuhnert
John & Ann Lundeby
Mr. & Mrs. Guy Midtbo
Steve & Julae Rosenwald
Stephanie Skurcenski
Jere & Bonnie Smith
Dr. & Mrs. William Van Wey
In-kind Gifts:
Allie Atkinson
Phylus Dale
Sheri Gasche
Karen Lowe
Jimmie Snelson
GO Sponsors:
Bartlesville Health & Rehab
Heritage Villa
In memory of Bruce L. Love
Nancy J. Love
In memory of Sandy Tharp
Mr. & Mrs. Lin Bashford
This art work “Through the Window #404” by Michi Susan is on display at Elder Care.
Schedule a tour to come see it and other beautiful pieces of art in person by calling 918-336-8500.
Elder Care's Golden Opportunities
group recently enjoyed an overnight trip to Kansas City.
1223 Swan Drive
Bartlesville, OK 74006
918-336-8500
www.abouteldercare.org
Physically Fit at any Age
Page 2
Holiday Giving
Page 4
Warm and Safe
Page 6
Prime Times
2
Important to Stay Active as you Age
By Josh Lindblom, PT, DPT, Director of Physical Therapy
We typically welcome a fresh, new year with a list of
resolutions, to right wrongs from the previous year and
make strides toward a better self. Have you thought about
exercising? What has stopped you in the past? Maybe you
heard or said something like:
• There’s no point. I’m just going to get old anyway.
• Older people shouldn’t exercise. They should save
their strength and rest.
• Exercise puts me at risk for falling down.
• It’s too late. I’m already too old to start exercising.
• I’m disabled. I can’t exercise sitting down.
These myths are all far from the truth. The benefits of a
well-organized exercise program far outweigh the risks of
its performance. Exercise helps to slow the natural loss of
muscle mass and cartilage therefore reducing joint pain.
Exercising also builds up bone density, increases flexibility,
improves balance, reduces risks of many chronic conditions, and maintains mobility and independence.
your quality of life, regardless of any condition you may
have. Whether you have osteoporosis, osteoarthritis,
chronic back pain, multiple surgeries, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, COPD, vestibular deficits, or a combination
of everything, there is an exercise routine for you. A comA quality, personalized exercise program can help improve prehensive regimen will differ based on your individualized
needs but will incorporate four core areas:
1. Aerobic – Endurance activities
2. Anaerobic – Strength training
3. Flexibility – Stretching activities and postural awareness
4. Balance – For safety and fall prevention
The above illustration shows recommended guidelines for
a weekly exercise routine. The possible activities for accomplishing those goals are infinite.
If you would like to look into an individualized exercise
program or get a free 10 minute balance assessment, Elder
Care Physical Therapy would love to help. Direct Access to
physical therapy allows you to seek instruction and treatment from a licensed physical therapist without referral
from your physician for up to 30 days.
Visit our website at www.abouteldercare.org or contact
Elder Care Physical Therapy directly at 918-766-0391 to
schedule an appointment.
Remember: Life changes don't have to wait. It's never too
early or too late to start exercising!
7
6
Prime Times
Warm and Safe in the Winter Months
By Linda Bracken, Care Manager
Let’s work together to make sure everyone is safe and
warm during the winter months. Please check on elderly
family members, friends and neighbors who may be vulnerable in the cold.
Icy, snowy, streets and sidewalks generally create a barrier
for the elderly to being able to get out and about. Seniors
may need assistance with clearing paths, shopping, picking up a prescription, walking the dog – or they simply may
need to see a friendly face.
Prevention is a key factor in combating the risks associated
with cold temperatures. Always think safety when trying
to keep someone warm. Below are some tips on maintaining a warm environment:
• Caution should be taken when using electric blankets
or filling hot water bottles. Never use a hot water
bottle and an electric blanket together, as it can cause
electric shocks.
• Set your thermostat to around 70 Fahrenheit; heat all
rooms you use in the daytime.
• If all rooms cannot be heated, make sure the living
room is warm during the day, then heat the bedroom
before retiring for the night.
• Keep a temperature of above 65 Fahrenheit in the
bedroom at night.
• If using a fire place or heating unit in the bedroom,
open a window or door a little for ventilation.
• Wear thermal underwear, plenty of thin layers, with
a thick outer layer, i.e., heavy wool sweater or fleecy,
down-filled, or synthetic fiber clothing. A warm hat
and gloves are essential items when being outdoors for
any length of time.
• For extra warmth at night wear bed socks, also thermal underwear, and perhaps a nightcap or head scarf.
Fingerless wool hand warmers are also good protection
from the cold and help with arthritic joints.
• Stock up on essentials, such as food, water, de-icer,
warm spare clothes and blankets.
• Check on any prescription medications needing refills
from the pharmacy or physician.
• Be a good neighbor and pass on winter storm warning
information to anyone who may have missed the winter advisory of inclement weather.
Last but not least important…check on the elderly in your
neighborhood!
Golden Opportunities
January offers the chance to start afresh and implement
new life strategies that will boost your wellbeing. If you're
unsure what those life strategies should be, start by
"checking in" with a few of the key areas of your life – diet,
exercise, "me" time and goals – that can help you reach
optimum wellbeing. If you find that one of these key areas
of your life is lacking, Golden Opportunities may be able to
help.
Need to increase your exercise or start a new exercise program? Golden Opportunities offers two exercise classes to
help reach your fitness goals.
Need to make more “me” time? Golden Opportunities
offers one day trip each month. Visit two of Oklahoma Historical Homes in Hominy, explore Coffeyville, Kansas and all
it has to offer, or experience the majesty and splendor of
the Phantom of the Opera playing at the Tulsa Performing
Arts Center.
Have a goal to learn something new this year? Golden
Opportunities also offers three educational classes this
quarter; including painting, community history and wine
tasting classes.
Ultimately, Golden Opportunities can offer a wide array of
activities to help you fulfill whatever your goal is in the new
year. For more information call Jennifer at 918-336-8500.
Prime Times
published monthly by
ELDER CARE
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
A United Way Agency
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
3
Here's to a Healthy New Year
By Christina Bishop, Director of Client Services
So by now the tree is half way down,
the ball has dropped and some of us
may or may not have eaten our blackeyed peas! 2015 is here for the next
twelve months and we have goals to
set. Some of you may simply hope for
a year that is better than the last,
while others may simply want one as
good as the last.
I, on the other hand, want to challenge
you. Think positive and put on your
best smile! There is research that says
our attitudes and social connections
are as important as any other health
regimen we engage in.
If you want to remain as healthy and Elder Care's Golden Opportunities offers a weekly Bunco
group for cognitive health and social well-being.
active as you possibly can, your
resolutions for the New Year should include the following:
• Participate in cognitive health activities. Keep your mind stimulated by joining a
class, book club, playing Bunco or playing brain games.
• Engage in physical activities such as Tai Chai, walking or yoga.
• Choose fresh foods over processed whenever you can and drink plenty of water.
• Make your home safer and avoid those nasty falls. Keep cords and other obstacles
out of doorways. Good lighting, especially near the bed and bathroom is important.
Tape the corners of rugs down or remove them altogether.
• Get routine check-ups.
• Join a social group, as social engagement is vital. Often if someone else is counting
on us to be somewhere we will make a greater effort to get there. We need the support that comes from being a part of a group and sharing in the lives of others.
• Do the things you love. Surround yourself with positive people and things that make
you smile. Stop and think about the things that you like, what makes you, well you.
Elder Care Dec.
2014 Volunteers:
Akseli DeBlieck
Dan Boatwright
Ashtin Calvin
Nolan Dealy
Janice Drumm
Vicki Esser
Luanne Hamilton
Brittany Hess
Judi Hildebrand
Melvin Hildebrand
Christy Johnson
Jan Lawson
Jessica Lin
Linda Michael
Pat Michael
Roni Murphy
Joanne Payne
Annabeth Robins
Brittany Rovenstine
Vicki Sayles
Pam Schultes
Ray Stevens
Robert Stevens
Stephanie Stratton
Cert Wernz
Henry Williams
Max Williams
4
5
Prime Times
Truity Employees Deliver Gifts and Meals
By Stevie Williams, Director of Community Relations
Truity Credit Union employees generously donated their
time and treasure this holiday season. They brought hats,
gloves and scarves for all of Elder Care's DayBreak participants. The gifts were passed out at the DayBreak Christmas party where the participants loved opening their gifts
and trying on their new cold weather accessories. Each set
seemed perfectly matched to the participant's personality.
January
February
19 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
2- Open House Tour, 10 am
GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
20 - Caregiver Support Group, 10 am
GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Bunco*, 3 pm
21 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
22 - GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
Golden Hour, 5:30 pm
Truity employees also purchased and delivered Christmas
meals to 25 Elder Care clients. The meals included everything needed for a delicious Christmas dinner. Recipients
were so thankful for the
meals and the special
deliveries.
"Truity Credit Union has
always been a generous
supporter of Elder Care.
This was a wonderful
way for the Truity employees to have a personal part in the giving
and to meet our clients
in person," says Deirdre
McArdle, Director of
Development. "We are
truly thankful for their
generosity and the happiness they brought to
our clients."
Events Calendar
Above: Truity employees Joe Beffer, Andria McCollough and
Chantel Gray deliver hats, gloves and scarves for Elder Care's
DayBreak participants. Below: Katherine Sayles looks beautiful
in her new hat, scarf and gloves. Top Left: Melvin Barnes shows
off his new accessories that he received from Truity employees
at the DayBreak Christmas party. Bottom Left: Nancy Wesley,
Margaret Johnson and Bob Thompson enjoyed unwrapping
their gifts and modeling their new accessories.
3- Caregiver Support Group, 10 am
GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Bunco*, 3 pm
4 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
5 - GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
23 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
6 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
26 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
9 -GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
27 - Caregiver Support Group, 10 am
GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Bunco*, 3 pm
GO: Sip & Paint Class*, 5:30 pm
10- Caregiver Support Group, 10 am
GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Bunco*, 3 pm
28 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
29 - GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
30 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
11 -GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
12 - GO: Stretch & Tone*, 1 pm
GO: Valentine's Members' Only*, 5:30 pm
13 - GO: Enhance Fitness*, 1 pm
*Enrollment Fee Applies