August was winding down. It was still hot out during the day in Oklahoma City, so Jean would take her short strolls outside during the cool mornings and sometimes she would even venture outdoors in the evening just before bedtime. But Jean didn’t mind. Her family had gifted her an iPad for her birthday last...
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It’s warm outside! The summer sunshine is so wonderful for pool parties or a day at the lake. For your senior, soaking up some sunshine may also be welcome on summer afternoons. If you are taking your loved one on outings or spending time with them outdoors this season, make sure they are prepared to...
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It’s hot out in Oklahoma City. The sun is shining, the pool looks so inviting and of course, it’s almost the 4th of July. Summertime parties are fun and families are beginning to include their senior relatives in their family gatherings after a rather lengthy Covid-19 pandemic. And seniors are excited to get out and...
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May and June feature some highlights. Moms and dads in Oklahoma City and across the country are celebrated in a special way. Seniors especially often look forward to holidays and well, days that make them feel appreciated. Every new day is a day to be celebrated. But remembering the sacrifices they made as parents and...
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It’s April. The time to get outside and enjoy some sunshine here in Oklahoma City. Staying physically active and being out in nature is great for the brain too, according to experts. But sometimes, the weather can still be a little unpredictable. There may be rain showers or the temperature might dip. When it’s time...
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Spring has arrived. The season of flowers and warmer weather. It’s a great time of year to make sure your senior is getting out in nature and enjoying the sunshine. And most importantly, staying connected with you. When family is involved in the lives of their elderly loved ones, Spring becomes a season of hope....
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Pam was approaching her 75th birthday. Her family decided to do something special for her this year and take her out to her favorite restaurant. But over the holidays, her family noticed that she was experiencing some memory loss. They decided to check with her caretaker. Pam still lived in her own home in Oklahoma...
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With the holidays over, Magdalena was having a hard time winding down after all the excitement. Although Magdalena lived in Oklahoma City in a very comfortable assisted living home, most of her family had moved further away into the countryside. Visits were less frequent. There was one thing that stood out to her in her...
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It’s Christmas time. For centuries, many have celebrated the 12 days of Christmas – actually Christmas Day till Epiphany, January 6th. Christmas brings a message of peace. Hope and love. Family is at the heart of this special time. Seniors look forward to the holidays, often for months. And for other seniors, the Christmas season...
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It was a chilly November day in Oklahoma City when Rosie and Mel’s family set out to celebrate Thanksgiving. Even though they lived in an assisted home and were surrounded by their friends, Rosie and Mel had looked forward to the holidays all year. It was the time when they usually got together as a...
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