Yoga, Meditation & You at Legend at Tulsa Hills 20 Jan 2022 10:00am

Just a few minutes of meditation each day can increase attention span, decrease anxiety and help you feel refreshed. A few sessions of yoga each week can increase flexibility and improve balance. Wow, those benefits are just the beginning! Join us as we learn from local instructor Beth Stepien about the benefits of yoga and meditation as well as how to incorporate it into our daily routines. We’ll even learn a few techniques and poses together. GUEST SPEAKER: BETH STEPIEN, 200HR RYT CERTIFIED YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Yoga, Meditation & You at Green Tree Assisted Living 20 Jan 2022 2:00pm

Just a few minutes of meditation each day can increase attention span, decrease anxiety and help you feel refreshed. A few sessions of yoga each week can increase flexibility and improve balance. Wow, those benefits are just the beginning! Join us as we learn from local instructor Beth Stepien about the benefits of yoga and meditation as well as how to incorporate it into our daily routines. We’ll even learn a few techniques and poses together. GUEST SPEAKER: BETH STEPIEN, 200HR RYT CERTIFIED YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Music & Medicare 15 Oct 2021 2:00pm

Join us for a fun and informative afternoon at Green Tree. Jim O’Rourke will lead a discussion about Medicare, and accordion aficionado Nick Bratkovich will entertain with singing and stories. Light refreshments will be served.

Heart Health 20 May 2021 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

Join Legend for an educational presentation on the importance of heart health and the facts we should all be aware of. Stick around after the presentation for a gardening workshop on planting and caring for succulents! Take home a spring-time salad topped with grilled chicken with dressing on the side.

Heart Health 20 May 2021 1:00-2:00 PM

Join Legend for an educational presentation on the importance of heart health and the facts we should all be aware of. Stick around after the presentation for a gardening workshop on planting and caring for succulents! Take home a spring-time salad topped with grilled chicken with dressing on the side.

SPRING FLING PARKING LOT PARTY! 14 May 2021 3:30-4:30PM

We can’t think of a better reason to celebrate with friends. You’re invited to join us for our Spring Party in the Parking Lot. We’ll have live music from the Good Ole Boys and a delicious meal of Sloppy Joe’s, Chips, and Cobbler.

A study by the health insurer Cigna found that loneliness has the same impact on mortality as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, making it even more dangerous than obesity. Loneliness increases the risk of heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, depression, and even premature death. The results of a 10- year study published in the Journal of Gerontology: Psychological Sciences found that loneliness increases the risk of dementia by a startling 40 percent.

Presenter Anthony Poponi experienced the complex parts of happiness firsthand, watching his Father and Aunt as they cared for their once vibrant and aging parents. Their service as caregivers was incredibly tough then, and yet they wouldn't have chosen otherwise. Through research into human happiness, we now know there are more profound and more challenging parts to happiness in everyday life.

Join David Troxel, Author & Co-creator of the internationally recognized Best Friends Approach™ to Dementia Care as he offers insights into dementia care including the life-affirming and successful Best Friends Approach. November is National Alzheimer’s Month and to mark this important month David’s presentation will review current knowledge about dementia including warning signs and treatment options.

Join us virtually as we learn more about the basics of Medicare, including the benefits and drawbacks of each type of coverage option, as well as get a lesson on the upcoming changes for the next year. Empower yourself with information from our expert and bring along any questions you might have. We’ll have time to answer them so that you leave feeling even more confident about your Medicare decisions.

In this engaging online presentation, learn how nature plays an important role in our daily lives. Orla Concannon, Founder and CEO of Eldergrow, will explain the different kinds of nature interventions that have been used to treat and alleviate common health issues including cancer, dementia, and depression.

Edgar will wow us with engaging, upbeat, and delightful music from the classics to Cinco de Mayo favorites. Don’t miss our outdoor concert as we enjoy Edgar’s music while socializing with others safely, thanks to social distancing. We cannot wait to host you and introduce you to Edgar’s music, as we are certain he’ll become one of your favorites.

Gardening is an excellent way to experience nature firsthand, and older adults can benefit from the activity in multiple ways. No matter if you consider yourself to have a Green Thumb or not, you can be successful in the garden if you know the right tips, have the right tools and learn from the right teacher.

Spring has sprung, which means we are all ready to get outside and experience the warm sun on our skin and breathe some fresh air. Gardening is an excellent way to experience nature firsthand, and older adults can benefit from the activity in multiple ways.

The sixth and last in the series, this presentation again brings us experts from across the area to talk about various aging journeys. This week, we will cover topics ranging from the transition process to Medicare/Dental.

With spring in full bloom right now, it’s the perfect time of year to brush up on your flower arranging skills. Don’t worry if you’ve never tried it before. We have the expert guidance you need to get confident with your creative skills.

With one in every four seniors falling annually, it is no wonder that falls and accidents are quickly becoming a public health concern for older adults living at home. Fortunately, clearing out clutter and making wise adjustments to other parts of the house can prevent many falls in the home.

Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia don’t just affect memory. In fact, dementia affects multiple parts of the brain and can diminish judgment and the ability to give and receive information through communication.

This time, we’ll learn more about the types of senior living communities there are to choose from. Thanks to our expert presenter, no more wondering what the difference between assisted living and skilled nursing and independent living is. We’ll also talk about ways to avoid probate and more information about LegalShield.

As we age and our kids move out of the home, we can find ourselves suddenly cooking for just one person or two people instead of a table-full. If you aren’t quite sure how to cook for a smaller number, you aren’t alone. Many older adults end up frustrated as they struggle to find the right recipe ingredients and portion sizes for themselves. This can often lead to serious nutritional challenges like eating less often or choosing a processed option over fresh.

It’s been over one year since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, and while we have made great strides, there is still a long road ahead. Join us as we cover what’s been happening the past 10 months, as well as updates regarding the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oklahoma weather is unpredictable, and severe weather conditions are common throughout the year. While the rest of us are (safely) taking shelter in our basements, Rick Smith is researching to keep us safe and predict the next weather pattern.

Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia, but that there are other types of dementia that aren’t just Alzheimer’s disease? Even though nearly 5.8 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease, the condition is not always understood by family members or friends.

If you’re a caregiver who needs to know more about hospice, join Frontier Hospice for this complimentary webinar. You will learn how to navigate Hospice benefits and available support, hospice criteria and psychological services, how to connect with person-centered services that address emotional and spiritual needs and transitional care.

Originally intended to preserve meat before the invention of refrigeration, today’s charcuterie has come a long way. Join us to learn all about this creative cuisine and how to set up your own board to wow your friends at your next dinner party.

The COVID-19 pandemic is challenging every aspect of our society. While we do not know what our “next normal” will be, we know that how we respond to this crisis today could help us move forward and prepare to navigate whatever “normal” becomes.

In our series's fourth installment, we will dive into what “aging in place” really means. Can you age in place in an assisted living community, or does it only refer to being in your home? We’ll cover this topic in detail, including how to make it happen successfully.

Does the idea of losing your memory keep you up at night? Dementia is not a typical sign of aging, and there are things you can start doing today to decrease your risk of developing cognitive decline. Your diet, stress levels, and sleep quality can all contribute to a brain that isn’t functioning as well as it could.

Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are not typical during the aging process. However, some forgetfulness happens to the best (and youngest) of us. How can you tell when it is time to worry about yourself or your loved one?

In the third installment of our series, we will cover the sometimes confusing world of VA benefits. Discover more about the ins and outs of services like the Aid and Attendance benefit for Veterans and surviving spouses, as well as additional benefits you could be eligible for.

COVID-19 has drastically altered life for all of us. However, due to an increased risk of severe complications, the pandemic has especially impacted seniors. Most seniors have chosen to change their regular habits, including limiting their social opportunities, to minimize their risk of being exposed to COVID-19. For someone living with dementia, the world may already become smaller just due to the impact of the disease. Isolation can make it much worse.

Discover how to be the boss of your brain and maximize its potential even in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Want to make your brain more productive? Want to feel better emotionally and mentally? If you said yes, you need to start being the boss of your brain. Learn the latest scientific research about brain activity and how to care for it effectively and simply.

We all know the importance of physical and emotional health, but we often forget to practice a lifestyle that supports our brain with all the talk of exercise and healthy habits. The brain is one of the most important parts of our body, and we have the power to preserve and defend the connections it creates.