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.

At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. Jacob Guinan, Community Outreach Coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Association, will present tips from the Alzheimer’s Association's latest research program. This seminar covers four significant lifestyle areas that impact habits associated with healthy aging. No cost to attend. Open to adults of any age. RSVP by 5/31 to Elder Care.

The second Thursday of each month is dedicated to learning more about Elder Care’s many programs. This session of POWER HOUR will feature Christina Bishop, Director of Operations and DayBreak Director. You'll learn about Elder Care's premiere Adult Day Health & Activity Center. Bring your own lunch. No cost to attend. RSVP by calling (918) 336-8500.

The June 29 panel includes Dr. Sarah Land, founder of Central States Research in Tulsa.  Mr. John C. Holden, former Elder Care board member, practices elder law in Bartlesville. He counsels families on retaining assets and the cost of care for those diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia. Christina Bishop has been with Elder Care for 17 years with a behavioral science and psychology background and currently leads DayBreak Adult Day Health & Activity Center at Elder Care. Additional panelists will be announced as they are confirmed. RSVP to Elder Care at (918) 336-8500 and email questions for the panel to Angie Thompson, Elder Care Director of Development, at AThompson@AboutElderCare.org.

The second Thursday of each month is dedicated to learning more about Elder Care’s many programs. This POWER HOUR session will feature Desery Drake, LPN, Practice Manager for the CHC-OK Health Clinic at Elder Care. You will learn more about the features, benefits and expansions made possible through the CHC-OK partnership with our W.R. Bohon Health Clinic. Meet Dr. Jarrell and Rhonda Line, PA. Beverages will be provided. Thursday, August 10 No cost to attend. RSVP by calling (918) 336-8500 1223 Swan Drive, Bartlesville

Elder Care will host a book signing for local author Bob Fraser to promote his new book, Frankly Speaking, which focuses on  behind-the-scenes tales about legendary local oil icon Frank Phillips and historic Woolaroc.  In addition to the book signing, Fraser will entertain guests by recounting a few "tales" from his book and a few tales not mentioned in the book. Light refreshments will be served, including Frank Phillips' favorite summertime drink. Guests may purchase Fraser's book for $10, with a portion to be donated to Elder Care. The event is set for Tuesday, August 15, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Elder Care, 1223 Swan Drive, Bartlesville. For planning purposes, guests are asked to RSVP in advance to Elder Care at (918) 336-8500. 

Features Robyn Fullerton, family counselor, Tammy Ross, jewelry appraisal expert, and Karen Wilson with Tuesday House. Robyn is a licensed professional counselor specializing in serving individuals and families who desire hope, health, and healing. Robyn offers a wealth of practical insight, compassion, and competence to help navigate families through challenging life transitions. Tammy Ross with Windle's Rock & Jewelry knows her stones. Learn from the expert what your jewelry is worth. Karen Wilson is a local community advocate and liaison for Tuesday House. Tuesday House is local resale establishment that accepts well-loved items for resale. RSVP to Elder Care. 918-336-8500.