There are many options when making contributions that impact a charitable organization like Elder Care. While Elder Care Development Director can carry out donor giving preferences, the Bartlesville Community Foundation is also an important resource for those with philanthropic interests that spread beyond Elder Care and impact other charitable organizations. Learn more from Laura Jensen, Bartlesville Community Foundation Executive Director about giving trends and how to make your giving matter the most. No cost to attend. Open to all adults in the community. RSVP to Elder Care by 2/24/23.

Hear Megan Gold, Miss Oklahoma, and KOTV NewsOn6 meteorologist share more about her passion for aging adults and her Miss Oklahoma journey. Enjoy creative desserts by Melody’s and connect with ladies in the community! Limited Seating. RSVP by March 11 to Elder Care. About Megan Gold, Miss Oklahoma When other young kids were watching cartoons on the weekend, Megan Gold tuned into local television to watch the weather. This early interest in weather led her to the University of Oklahoma where, in addition to being involved in many campus activities and organizations, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology and a minor in Broadcast Journalism. With her degree and the confidence and communication skills gained from the Miss Oklahoma Organization, Megan has worked as a television meteorologist in Texas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. She can be seen on weekend mornings on News on Six in Tulsa. As Miss Oklahoma Megan travels across the state, speaking to a variety of audiences about her efforts to end senior hunger. When her grandfather could no longer prepare nutritious food for himself, he got on the list for Mobile Meals. Through Mobile Meals, he received a hot, healthy meal each day and a volunteer visit. Megan was touched by the kindness of the Mobile Meals volunteers, and she continues to advocate for ending food insecurity for older adults. She presents an engaging program to students about the importance of giving back to the community, making healthy choices, and the importance of staying alert when severe weather is in the forecast. Megan is a talented musician and has played the flute for many years. She used her performing skills to begin competing in the Miss Oklahoma’s Outstanding Teen Competition in 2013. During her four years competing as a teen, she was named the Rookie Talent and Overall Activewear winner and a Top 5 Finalist. She continued in the Miss Oklahoma Competition where she held the local titles of Miss Bethany, Miss Tulsa, and Miss Bricktown. As Miss Bricktown, she received preliminary awards for Onstage Question and Social Impact Pitch, Red Carpet, and Talent, and was named Miss Oklahoma 2022. Megan is proud to continue the legacy of Miss Oklahoma and represent the state at the Miss America Competition. Megan is the daughter of Mike and Kathy Gold of Edmond, Oklahoma, and is the proud twin sister to brother Michael.

Join us to hear from banking industry professional, Josh Randolph, Regional Manager and Executive Vice President of Arvest Wealth Management in Bartlesville provide an update and outlook on the current market and economic conditions affecting your money and finances. Curious about new businesses coming to Bartlesville or changes in our community landscape? Bo Ball joins the seminar for a brief update on what’s happening in our community. No cost to attend. Open to all adults in the community. RSVP to Elder Care by March 16.

Former Bartians, Jim and Pam King, provide an educational seminar on how displaced Ukrainian families find shelter in churches and buildings during the difficulties of war. This insight into current Ukrainian life comes from their own experiences helping families cope. No cost to attend. Open the community. RSVP by 4/7 to Elder Care. 918-336-8500.

Tuesday, April 25  from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Panel discussion to raise awareness of resources in our community for those dealing with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Panelists include local attorney Bruce Robinett; Christina Bishop director of operations and DayBreak at Elder Care; Father John O’Neill pastor of St. John Before the Latin Gate & St. James; Jacob Guinan Alzheimer’s Association Coordinator;  Kelly Shipley, AG-ACNP and neurological specialist with Dr. Jason L. King, MD; Marilou Bork, LCSW, and other community advocates. Open to all adults and not restricted to those diagnosed with Alzheimer's or other dementias. Please email your questions for the panel to Angie Thompson, Elder Care Development Director, at AThompson@AboutElderCare.org. Held at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive. Open to all. Not restricted to only those diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia. Free attendance. RSVP by 4/21. Call 918-336-8500.eimer's or dementia. Free attendance. RSVP by 4/21. Call 918-336-8500. Meet the Panelists Bruce Robinett has practiced law in Bartlesville since 1967 in the same law firm, now known as Robinett-King-Elias-Buhlinger-Brown-Kane. He has had a broad and varied practice over the years and now focuses primarily on business and estate planning. Kelly Shipley, AG-ACNP, is a Nurse Practitioner Specialist. She graduated with honors in 2016. Having more than seven years of diverse experiences as a Nurse Practitioner, Ms. Shipley is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN). She works with Neurologist Dr. Jason L. King, MD, in Bartlesville. Father John O'Neill is the pastor of St. John Before the Latin Gate in Bartlesville, Vicar Forane of the Northern region of their diocese, and the pastor of St. James also in Bartlesville. He is a member of the Board of Governors for Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma. Father O'Neill holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a Minor in Music from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. He continued his education and earned a Master of Arts in Catholic Thought and Life, a Master of Theological Studies, and a Certificate in Spiritual Direction - all from St. Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology. He participates in many church and social circles and enjoys creating with Legos. Marilou G Bork, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has provided mental health, aging, and hospice services for over 40 years in Bartlesville and surrounding communities. She received a Master of Social Work degree from The University of Oklahoma. She was a co-founder of Washington County Elder Care. She currently works part-time providing educational supervision for social workers who are candidates for licensure and volunteers for Elder Care upon request. Jacob Guinan is Community Outreach Coordinator at Alzheimer's Association® in the Tulsa Metropolitan area. His role focuses on education and community outreach to connect constituents to Association resources and build community partnerships. In this role, he managed community educator volunteers to deliver virtual education programs during the COVID-19 pandemic and through the transition back to in-person service delivery. He assisted families in finding needed resources for loved ones. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in International/Global Studies from Texas Tech University. Christina Bishop is Operations and DayBreak Director at Elder Care. She has been part of Elder Care for more than thirteen years serving in a variety of roles.

May is speech and hearing month! Join us as we share information about hearing loss and address hearing health. Do you have questions about when hearing devices are needed or what type of device is best? Dr. Andrea Wagner from Advance Hearing Care, downtown Bartlesville, will offer more information about hearing health including: how normal hearing works the different types of hearing loss an explanation of over-the-counter hearing aids vs prescription hearing aide and when to consider amplification/hearing aids/cognitive implications Elder Care's speech pathologist, Abigayl Petermann, MS CCC-SLP, rounds out the seminar by highlighting speech therapy and its benefits. No cost to attend. Open to all adults. RSVP by 5/1 to Elder Care.

Colorful and delicate glass sculptures adorn the walls and shelves at the Tulsa Glassblowing School. A two-hour glass-blowing class offers an opportunity to create something unique and special. Or watch the creative process as the glassblowers work. Instructors teach how to use basic tools to create and kiln-fire simple forms, such as ornaments and paperweights. You will carry home your beautiful, created memento from your glassblowing session. Lunch on the river and later explore some famous glass-blowing artist creations like Dale Chihuly. Date & Price Thursday, May 4, 2023 (DATE CHANGED FROM APRIL 20) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $200 per person Destination Two-hour glass-blowing class includes materials for your own handmade glass-blown project See displays from famous glass blower artist, Dale Chihuly Lunch on the river Details Transportation driver and hostess All Museum entries, gratuity, and lunch Max people 6-13 max Registration How To Sign Up Signups for trips will be made through Go Global (either online or by phone). For participants’ safety, travel registrations and trip liability waivers must be completed and returned to Go Global prior to boarding the bus. If trips exceed the number of seats available, additional trips will be arranged to accommodate guests.

Elder Care Announces Annual Fundraising Event On May 13, 2023, Elder Care will celebrate its 25th The Good, The Bad, & The BBQ  fundraiser to benefit programs and services at Elder Care. Location: Hughes Ranch, just minutes from downtown Bartlesville on Highway 123. The outdoor fundraiser will be held under a large party tent and includes a BBQ dinner, music and dancing, and live and silent auctions. A cash bar will be available. The live and silent auctions feature travel packages, unique jewelry pieces, private parties, tickets to sporting events, one-of-a-kind artwork, and many more items. Tickets go on sale March 1 and may be purchased online at AboutElderCare.org/BBQ or by calling Elder Care at (918) 336-8500. Individual event tickets are $100 each or $1,000 for a reserved table of 8. Guests must pre-register by May 1, 2023. The Good, The Bad, & The BBQ benefits Elder Care programs and raises awareness of services affecting aging adults who desire to remain healthy and independent as they age. Event funds raised will directly impact program costs for seniors and their support systems. Elder Care is the area’s leading non-profit provider of services for seniors and their caregivers. Services include care management, in-home care, an adult day health activity center, caregiver support, a specialized health clinic, and outpatient therapy. Elder Care primarily serves adults over 60 living in Washington, Nowata, and Osage counties. Some services are available for adults of any age. For more information about Elder Care, visit AboutElderCare.org, or call (918) 336-8500. Elder Care is a United Way partner agency. To learn more, visit AboutElderCare.org/BBQ.

Jacob Guinan of the Alzheimer’s Association will present information to help individuals and families recognize symptoms at any age, especially at 55-65 years of age; and guide them toward proper resources. When someone under 65 is diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia, the first reaction is often shock or denial. In this seminar, you’ll hear from those directly affected to learn how to plan and what you can do to ease the impact throughout the course of the disease. No cost to attend. Open to adults of any age. RSVP by May 9 to Elder Care.