Social Security Administration Announces New Efforts to Simplify SSI Applications
Today, the Social Security Administration announced a large step in a multi-year effort to simplify processes for people who are applying for Supplemental Security...
Long-Term Care Insurance: Is It Right for You?
By Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready
Did you know that life expectancy in the United States for men and women increased by about 10 years...
Metro Libraries September Events
Senior Citizens’ Events at the Metropolitan Library System
Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month-a perfect time to discover everything your library card...
Raising money for Children’s Cancer Research: The Great Cycle Challenge has...
By Marise Boehs
Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF) is a national nonprofit dedicated to ending childhood cancer. Their main focus is to support the research...
Savvy Senior: What Are the Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes?
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the early signs and symptoms of diabetes? I’m 60 years old, and in pretty good shape, but was just...
TINSELTOWN TALKS: Peggy March’s Monster 60s Hit Still Follows Her
By Nick Thomas
With a catchy melody, simple lyrics, and an unforgettable repetitive chorus, Peggy March’s “I Will Follow Him” possessed all the ingredients to...
You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby! Oklahoma Seniors’ Cabaret Have the...
Story and Photo by Vickie Jenkins, Staff Writer
Did someone mention talent? There’s certainly no shortage in Oklahoma, especially among the seniors involved in the...
Tinker RAO Provides Guidance, Assistance to Veterans
Story and Photo by Van Mitchel, Staff Writer
The Military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) at Tinker Air Force Base serves as a liaison between the...
VillagesOKC Schedules Edmond Workshops
By Marilyn Olson, VillagesOKC Executive Director
With summer activities winding down, VillagesOKC has announced its fall schedule of workshops at the Mitch Park YMCA in...
Esports Program Aims to Reduce Veteran Suicides
American Legion Lebron Post 58
Esports program, which is designed to reduce veteran suicide by providing an environment of a connection.
Suicide has no single cause...
Healthy Living Norman Celebrates 8 Months
Story and photos by Marise Boehs
The mission of Healthy Living Norman is to promote the health and well-being of adults aged 50 and older...
90-Year-Old Resident Receives Heartwarming Surprise
by Vickie Jenkins, Staff Writer
At the age of 90, Al Postelwait is well known and a beloved resident of Tealridge Retirement
Community in Edmond, Oklahoma,...
Going on Vacation? Before You Leave, Let’s Talk About Insurance
By Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready
Many Oklahomans are still planning to hit the road for a vacation before summer ends. Nothing can ruin your...
Metro Libraries August Events
Senior Citizens’ Events at the Metropolitan Library System
Tai Chi for Better Balance Learn Tai Chi to help reduce the risk of falling, increase balance,...
Savvy Senior: Paying for Nursing Home Care with Medicaid
Dear Savvy Senior, If my mother needs to move into a nursing home, what are the eligibility requirements to get Medicaid coverage?
Caretaking Son
Dear Caretaking,
The...
Evelyn Rudie’s Hollywood Memories
By Nick Thomas
Her film and television career only lasted a decade, but Evelyn Rudie’s memories from the 1950s and 60s as a child actor...
Rose Rock Veterinary Hospital and Pet Resort Adds Two Doctors to...
By Marise Boehs
Rose Rock Veterinary Hospital and Pet Resort, a staple of Norman’s pet care since 1970, has added two more skilled professionals to...
Brightstar Gives Navy Vet Opportunity to Stay Active
Story by Van Mitchell, Staff Writer
Navy veteran Tom Richey has faced several challenges in his life including being in a wheelchair for the last...
Homewatch Caregivers Transitioning to New Total Care Solutions Business Focus
by Van Mitchell, Staff Writer
Homewatch CareGivers of Edmond located at 3501 French Park Drive, Suite G, serves Edmond and surrounding areas, providing home health...
OKLAHOMA SENIORS’ CABARET
by Joan Collee
Director, Joan Colee, founded the Oklahoma Seniors Cabaret in 2008. Colee spent 20 Years in Hollywood/Los Angeles in her Brentwood Vocal Studio...
Faith Plays Role in 104-Year-Old Veteran’s Life
by Van Mitchell, Staff Writer
Family, duty, and giving back are some of the hallmark virtues that Army veteran Clyde Houston has lived by.
Family and...
Pickleball Keeps Couple Active Helps Keep Competitive Edge
Nancy and Jack Nortz
First met during the 1976 Montreal Summer Olympic Games. Built a pickleball court in their backyard in 1997.
Story by Van Mitchell,...
Stretch Zone Opens Edmond Location with Ribbon Cutting
By Marise Boehs
Explaining the Stretch Zone difference, owner Wendy Uvino said, “Stretch Zone takes all of the stretching away from an individual, so it...
Faith Guides Perkins Mayor to Serve
Story by Van Mitchell, Staff Writer
Perkins Mayor Carla Fuss-Cummings said becoming an educator was a family tradition.
“I had a grandmother, I had lots of...
Strengthen Oklahoma Homes Program: What You Need to Know
Last month, Gov. Kevin Stitt signed House Bill 3089, the Strengthen Oklahoma Homes Act, into law and kick-started the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) into...
Metro Libraries July Events
Bigfoot Habitats, Dragon Eggs & Cattle Trails: Unmissable Summer Events at Metro Libraries
Summer is here, and so is a jam-packed calendar of events at...
Savvy Senior: How to Hire a Caregiver for In-Home Help
Dear Savvy Senior, I need to hire a good in-home caregiver to help my elderly father who lives alone. What’s the best way to...
TINSELTOWN TALKS: Classic Television and Movie Moms Voice Support for the...
By Nick Thomas
Mother’s Day may have passed, but moms continue to inspire and encourage. Even fictitious ones. Some of America’s favorite classic television and...
SeekingLongevity ACTIVE 55+ TAKE A WALK. FEEL BETTER. LIVE LONGER.
By Marise Boehs
It’s called Big BAM (Bike Across Missouri) on the Katy Trail, starting in Clinton, MO, on the west end of the trail...