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We're in the studio this week with Eileen Miller of Distinctive Shades & Shutters, talking about some of the most common homeowner questions like: “Is there a ‘Right' Way to Choose Window Coverings?”From shutters and shades to blinds and drapery, Eileen shares practical advice to help homeowners find the right fit for their space, style, lighting needs, and budget — without feeling overwhelmed by all the options.If you've ever wondered where to start when updating your windows, this conversation is full of helpful insights and easy-to-understand guidance from someone with years of hands-on experience.Tune in to the OK Senior Journal Radio Show this Saturday at 9 a.m. on Freedom 96.9 FM.Learn more about Distinctive Shades & Shutters at distinctivess.com.Roy and Eileen Miller are the owners of Distinctive Shades and Shutters in the Edmond, OKC and Guthrie area. Theywork by in home appointments, and have over 35 years of experience in the window covering industry! They are passionate aboutbringing quality products to their customers, at affordable pricing!Married in 1998, Eileen had an already established career in the field, and after retiring from IT at the Department of Corrections,Roy moved into the roll of handling the installations and technical part of their business. This allowed for better customer service, which has alwaysbeen a top priority for them! They became true partners in every aspect!During off time, they love traveling, lake trips, time with family, and their dogs! They are very involved with their church, and various community organizations.

This week on the Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Show, we will be talking about the Positive Aging Seminar happening on next Thursday, May 14th! And we will go over some practical tips to stay mobile, too!Guest Christopher Coleman is a Movement Specialist, who will share 3 quick tips you can use right now to stay active and mobile!Our other guest, Julie Davis with Concordia Life Plan Community, serves on the Villages OKC Board and chairs the Positive Aging Seminar series which you won't want to miss!Positive Aging Seminar details:• Thursday, May 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (doors open at 9 for the vendor fair)• At Metro Tech Conference Center, 1900 Springlake Drive, OKC• $25 includes lunch and full vendor fair access• Registration closes Monday of next week (May 11) … you can register online!Register at VillagesOKC.orgJulie Davis is a longtime advocate for older adults with nearly 30 years of experience. She has helped position Concordia Life Plan Community as a trusted resource in Oklahoma City and is known for her collaborative approach to serving seniors and their families. Julie serves on the Villages OKC Board and chairs the Positive Aging seminar series.Christopher Coleman, Director of Wellness Systems and Risk Manager, is a wellness educator and movement practitioner focused on body awareness, longevity, and performance. Blending disciplines like tai chi, yoga, and functional training, he creates an integrated approach to wellness that connects body, mind, and intention – helping people stay active and engaged.

Access to health care is one of the biggest challenges facing many communities across Oklahoma. In some parts of the state, patients may have to drive 30, 40 or even 60 miles to reach a hospital or emergency department!! When someone is experiencing a medical emergency or needs timely care, those distances can create real barriers.That's where partnerships between leading health systems like INTEGRIS Health and companies like Emerus come in. Together, they're bringing small-market neighborhood hospitals closer to where people live, work and spend their time.Listen in for an informative discussion with Carli Hicks, BSW, Regional Business Development Manager at INTEGRIS Health Community Hospital.We'll discuss that these facilities provide 24/7 emergency care, imaging, laboratory services and inpatient beds, allowing patients to receive hospital-level care without long drives to larger regional medical centers.By locating high-quality facilities in the communities they serve, these hospitals help reduce travel times, shorten wait times and strengthen the overall health care network across Oklahoma.Ultimately, it's about making sure residents have access to trusted care within minutes –not miles.Integris CarliCarli Hicks, BSW started her healthcare career 15 years ago. Growing up she had a very close relationship with her great-grandmother and that attributed to her wanting to help seniors in some capacity when she became an adult. She obtained her Bachelor's of Social Work at Southwestern State University. Carli has been in Healthcare Business Development for 15 years.Whether it's aches, pains, bumps, or breaks, the care you need is right around the corner. At INTEGRIS Health Community Hospitals, we offer short ER wait times, onsite diagnostics, and care from board-certified physicians. That means you can get the answers and treatment you need, without the long wait.The best part? They are open 24/7, with 4 convenient locations right in your neighborhood. So, when the unexpected happens, you know where to go for fast, high-quality care close to home. To learn more, Visit integriscommunityhospital.com.

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Back in the studio with author, entrepreneur, and inspirational speaker Bob Loudermilk—cofounder of secondhalfexpo.com. We also introduce Second Half Life 365, a new concept designed to help you stay engaged, energized, and purposeful year-round.If you've ever felt like you missed your station in life, this conversation is worth another listen. Bob challenges the idea that retirement is the finish line—and explains why that mindset can hold you back.If you're 50+ and wondering what's next, this episode might just shift your perspective. We talk about his book Never Retire and why your second half could be your strongest yet.Learn more or order your copy at NeverRetire.life or on Amazon.Bob Loudermilk is a lifelong entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and founder of the Never Retire movement—helping people live with purpose, energy, and reinvention in the second half of life.Through his books, workshops, and keynote presentations, Bob encourages others to trade retirement for reinvention—and to live boldly, give generously, and finish strong.His latest book:NEVER RETIRE: Reinvent Yourself for Life's Second HalfBob Loudermilk in the studio author, entrepreneur, and Inspirational speaker who is also the cofounder with me on the secondhalfexpo.com! We are introducing something new to our industry called Second Half Life 365! Listen in to learn what it can do for you.And… Have you ever felt like you missed your station in life? Author Bob Loudermilk says retirement isn't the finish line — that's a dangerous myth.If you're 50 or older and wondering what's next, this conversation could change everything. Join us as we talk about his book Never Retire — and why your second half may be your strongest season yet. Go to NeverRetire.life to order your copy today or buy through Amazon.never retire bookNEVER RETIRE: Reinvent Yourself for Life's Second Half

Informed Senior Seminar is celebrating 23 years, and it's time for another great event! Join us Friday, May 1, from 8:00 AM to noon at the OSU/OKC campus, located at 900 N. Portland. There will be signs and police officers directing traffic into the parking lot, and the event will be held on the third floor of the Student Center—elevators are available.Informed Senior Seminar is a FREE event for the community!The Oklahoma Senior Journal Magazine & Radio has been a sponsor and part of the planning committee for the past 20 years.Sheryl Presley will be in the OSJ Radio Studio discussing the Informed Senior Seminar, along with other important topics and educational insights.A continental breakfast will be served, along with a professional panel where you can ask questions about AI, plus four informative breakout sessions. Vendors will be available, and there will be door prizes!See the flyer below for more information. Invite a friend, bring a neighbor, or come on your own… you'll be welcomed!Sheryl PresleySheryl PresleySheryl Presley, TRIAD Coordinator, Oklahoma City Police Department. Sheryl Presley became Oklahoma City's TRIAD Coordinator in October of 1998. This position requires working with the elderly in Oklahoma City; she also works closely with the Oklahoma County Sheriffs Department in educating the elder citizens of Oklahoma as to their rights, opportunities available to them and laws that may affect their lives.She began her career with the Oklahoma City Police Department on February 1992, as a Detention Officer in the City jail. She served in this capacity for approximately 4 years when she transferred to ‘CIU”, the Crime Information Unit, in January 1996.She has enjoyed a long acquaintance with the Oklahoma City Police Department. Her father, George Doughty, served with the Oklahoma City Police Department for 34 years. She has a new grandson, Krew, who keeps her very busy.

This Saturday, **April 4, 2026, at 9:05 AM**, Senior Journal will release an exclusive podcast interview with **Robert Keyes**, who is running for **Oklahoma State Senate District 24**.In this special episode, Robert Keyes shares his story — from poverty to becoming a successful businessman and storyteller — and discusses the experiences that shaped his path to public service.This interview will be available **exclusively on our Spotify channel**, so be sure to tune in and hear directly from the candidate.

The Yukon Senior Games is coming to Yukon, Oklahoma on April the 10th – 18th, 2026 … it's a 1980's theme this year!The opening ceremonies are on April 10th with a big 80s festival! The opening ceremonies are free— free food, entertainment, and socialization. You can't get more “RAD” than that! This is a very entertaining event and it's all about community involvement—whether you are a competitor or spectator. It's a great time to be social and move those bodies!The Oklahoma Senior Journal is a proud sponsor to the Yukon Senior Games and the OSJ magazines will be handed out at the events! Mark your calendar for this community event & participate in activities—corn hole, basketball, track and field, and Pickleball just to name a few! Go To: yukonok.gov/fun or call 405.350.8937 to see or inquire about all the events and activities. Sign up to participate for only $15 and $5 per competition you enter! Win -Win!!!Patrick LangleyPatrick Langley is a Special Operations Supervisor for the City of Yukon Parks and Recreation Department, where he leads the planning and execution of major community events. Known for his creativity and commitment to public service, he focuses on building experiences that strengthen community engagement and enhance the quality of life for residents.Kyle HawsKyle Haws is a hands-on event producer and Special Events Coordinator for the City of Yukon, Oklahoma. With over 15 years in municipal events, live audio, and broadcast operations, he excels at turning big ideas into seamless community experiences. A lifelong music enthusiast, Kyle aims to create meaningful gatherings that bring people together and make Yukon feel like home.Go To: yukonok.gov/fun or call 405.350.8937

Bob Loudermilk in the studio author, entrepreneur, and Inspirational speaker who is also the cofounder with me on the secondhalfexpo.com! We are introducing something new to our industry called Second Half Life 365! Listen in to learn what it can do for you.And… Have you ever felt like you missed your station in life? Author Bob Loudermilk says retirement isn't the finish line — that's a dangerous myth.If you're 50 or older and wondering what's next, this conversation could change everything. Join us as we talk about his book Never Retire — and why your second half may be your strongest season yet. Go to NeverRetire.life to order your copy today or buy through Amazon.Bob Loudermilk is a lifelong entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and founder of theNever Retire movement—dedicated to helping people live with purpose, energy, and reinvention in the second half of life.Through his books, workshops, and keynote presentations, Bob encourages others to trade retirement for reinvention—and to live boldly, give generously, and finish strong.never retire bookHis new book is titled: NEVER RETIRE: Reinvent Yourself for Life's Second Half

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The Deadline Date is fast approaching March 15th, 2026 to freeze your property taxes, if you are 65+. This show will introduce to you how to do so as the Deadline approaches. Julie Akerman is in the OSJ Radio Studio today Informing all of us on How to FREEZE your Property tax … YES it is a real thing!PROPERTY TAX REFORM IN OKLAHOMA!We will start the show by asking what is property tax reform in Oklahoma again you will be able to freeze your taxes on your property after you turn 65. This is a part two last year. We ran a show on being able to freeze your taxes after 65 on your property. This is got extra information in this need to know radio show!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Julie Akerman has become an expert in her field on the property tax reform in Oklahoma. Julie is a resident of the Shawnee Twin Lakes in Shawnee, Oklahoma, Pottawatomie County and has lived there for 25 years. Property Tax Reform in Oklahoma: propertytaxreform-ok.com propertytaxreform-ok.com

The Yukon Senior Games is coming to Yukon, Oklahoma on April the 10th – 18th, 2026 … it's a 1980's theme this year!The opening ceremonies are on April 10th with a big 80s festival! The opening ceremonies are free— free food, entertainment, and socialization. You can't get more “RAD” than that! This is a very entertaining event and it's all about community involvement—whether you are a competitor or spectator. It's a great time to be social and move those bodies!The Oklahoma Senior Journal is a proud sponsor to the Yukon Senior Games and the OSJ magazines will be handed out at the events! Mark your calendar for this community event & participate in activities—corn hole, basketball, track and field, and Pickleball just to name a few! Go To: yukonok.gov/fun or call 405.350.8937 to see or inquire about all the events and activities. Sign up to participate for only $15 and $5 per competition you enter! Win -Win!!!Kyle HawsKyle Haws is a hands-on event producer and Special Events Coordinator for the City of Yukon, Oklahoma. With over 15 years in municipal events, live audio, and broadcast operations, he excels at turning big ideas into seamless community experiences. A lifelong music enthusiast, Kyle aims to create meaningful gatherings that bring people together and make Yukon feel like home.Patrick LangleyPatrick Langley is a Special Operations Supervisor for the City of Yukon Parks and Recreation Department, where he leads the planning and execution of major community events. Known for his creativity and commitment to public service, he focuses on building experiences that strengthen community engagement and enhance the quality of life for residents. Calendar of Eventswww.yukonok.gov/fun 405.350.8937

This is the time of year to enroll, change plans or get your questions answered by an expert who has your care in mind and not Medicare's agenda. Who is Navigating Medicare? Ginny L. Curtis-Gillespie (pictured left) is Owner/Broker of Navigating Medicare and MCM Insurance and Ginny has been an expert in her field for the last 39 years!Medicare is so confusing, with changes every year– that's why Navigating Medicare is your information and education resource. The Oklahoma Senior Journal stands behind Navigating Medicare because they are so information-oriented, and work for the client – not Medicare services.Ginny knows all the Good, Bad & Ugly of Medicare, and she explains Medicare in terms the public can understand… tune in this Saturday at 9:05 AM on 96.9 FM Oklahoma Freedom Talk Radio! You will be properly informed!ginnyGinny Curtis-Gillespie is the founder and backbone of Navigating Medicare. She has worked in the insurance industry for 39 years and the Medicare space for 21 years. She is passionate about working with the Medicare population and helping them feel confident in making decisions about their health coverage. She is happily married with three grown children and 10 grandchildren.mcmmedicare.comhttps://www.facebook.com/navigatingmedicare405-842-04942232 W Hefner Rd, In the Village right by the post officeNavigate Medicare Oklahoma | Medicare Agents | MCM Medicarehttp://navigatingmedicare.comInstagram: @navigatingthroughmedicareFacebook: @NavigatingMedicarewww.facebook.com/navigatingmedicare

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Don't Roll the Dice on Your Health… The Oklahoma Senior Journal will be talking through Zoom with Bobbie Gray Diffee-Gunn (my very informative Mom) on Health issues from a personal standpoint point on Balance & Falling.My Mom fell on May 4th, 2025 and then again in September of 2025, requiring two major surgeries. Mom is in an assisted living temporarily until she's sustains her independence back. This OSJ Radio Show is on prevention and what you can do before and after a fall.Vital information coming from someone who has experienced a fall.The Oklahoma Senior Journal was started out of a personal need in our family over 34 years ago. My mom was taking care of her mom and and needed some resources to help her in the care so therefore the Oklahoma Senior Journal was birth and born. It was a love letter to my mom and grandmother and has continued now for over 34 years. My mom is 91 now and is loved and adored by her for children. Our dad passed away five years ago with dimension Alzheimer's, which we all pitched in to work Together on his care. This show is going to be on balance and falling for those that are 50 and over.Sign up for the OSJ E newsletter by going to OKSeniorjournal.com and signing up.

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How can you and your loved ones benefit from Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma? Founded in the 1960's, Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma has been bringing “no cost” legal services to Oklahoma to give access to much needed services to families!We will be asking all the questions that you want answers to and that's why we bring you these radio shows as well as in print in the Oklahoma Senior Journal. In the OSJ Radio Studio is Michael Figgins, Legal Aid Services Executive Director & Attorney at Law. www.legalaidok.orgMichael Figgins J.D. graduated from the School of Law at Gonzaga University in 1980. In 2012, Michael became the Executive Director of Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma (LASO).Since 2012, LASO has grown from a program with 80 staff attorneys and a budget of $6 million, to a team of almost 300 and a budget that exceeds $40 million.https://legalaidok.org/

Back by top popular demand… to freeze your property taxes has to be done by the end of March 2026. Julie Akerman is in the OSJ Radio Studio today Informing all of us on How to FREEZE your Property tax … YES it is a real thing! PROPERTY TAX REFORM IN OKLAHOMA!We will start the show by asking what is property tax reform in Oklahoma again you will be able to freeze your taxes on your property after you turn 65. This is a part two last year. We ran a show on being able to freeze your taxes after 65 on your property. This is got extra information in this need to know radio show!Julie Akerman has become an expert in her field on the property tax reform in Oklahoma. Julie is a resident of the Shawnee Twin Lakes in Shawnee, Oklahoma, Pottawatomie County and has lived there for 25 years. Property Tax Reform in Oklahoma: propertytaxreform-ok.compropertytaxreform-ok.com

This is the Sherri Coale show from April WITH A BONUS added interview from the Second Half Expo and Robin's End-of-Year Thanks Yous.What a HUGE positive response The OSJ Radio Hour got when we first ran the “Sherri Coale” Show … originally aired 4/19/25. Due to all the positive responses we were asked to run the show again so we are this Saturday on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour at 9:05am on 96.9FM The Freedom Channel.Coach for 25 years and holds the record for the Winning's Coach (OU Coach), and she brags on all the hard work of the winningest players with the OU basketball girls and Sherri along with the OU basketball girls put them on the map.She is now an author, a speaker and consultant and can be found at: sherricoale.com for speaking engagements, consulting, or to order one of her books.She sold out on her first book (Rooted to Rise, more have been printed) that was released last year on Amazon. You can also pick up both her books (new; The Compost File ) on Amazon as well as some brick and mortar Oklahoma bookstores or on her website at sherricoale.com.Our very first question out of the shoot is what have you been doing since your retirement from girls basketball ?Well, Sherri‘s not just sitting around. She is out there making a difference still in other people‘s lives including her own. This is a tremendous interview and Sherri doesn't hold back at all.You will Love this interview! Sherri Coale is a native Oklahoman who grew up about thirty miles to the right side of the Red River in Healdton, Oklahoma. In 1987 after a highly successful collegiate career at Oklahoma Christian, she hung up her high tops, moving from the court to the sideline as she began what would become a Hall of Fame career as a Women's Basketball Coach.For 25 years, Sherri Coale served as the head women's basketball coach at the University of Oklahoma where she is the winningest women's basketball coach in OU history. Sherri is an author, a master motivator, an engaging speaker, a gifted writer, and a keen observer of everyday life.

Staff Sergeant Tara Hardin with the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office … Is in the OSJ Radio Studio speaking on frauds and scams, especially around the holidays targeting our precious seniors. Some of the topics we will be coving are; “Fake Package Delivery Texts”, “Fake Retail Websites”, “Fake Ticket Websites”, and What are Skimmers? Will be addressing these topics and many more in this very important OSJ Radio Show, I learned so much myself. The three most important words to remember are; Prevention Prevention, Prevention! Staff Sergeant Tara Hardin began her career with the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office in 2011 and has served as the TRIAD Coordinator since July 2021. She is dedicated to the TRIAD program's mission of preventing and reducing crimes against older adults, with a particular focus on combating scams and fraud targeting seniors.In addition to her monthly classes throughout the metro, online and phone-in, her weekly crime prevention segment,”Senior Moments,” is shared every Friday on the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office Facebook page offering timely tips and resources to help seniors stay informed and safe. Triad Coordinator, Tara HardinOklahoma County Sheriff's OfficeO: 405-713-1086Tara.Hardin@oklahomacounty.org

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Listen to our recording of the OSJ remote from The Santa‘s Market on Saturday the 22nd from 9:05AM to 10 AM on 96.9 FM Freedom Talk Radio!Featured beside Garth Brooks is Joan Clarke, cofounder of The Santa

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First question we ask Inspire Specialty Hospital in Midwest City, OK … For those who might not be familiar, what exactly is a Long Term Acute Care Hospital and how does it differ from a Short Term Acute Care hospital or other acute care providers? This OSJ Radio Hour is pack for of information“Bridging Critical Care to Recovery”Inspire Specialty Hospital

Money Moments with MidFirst Bank  on frauds and scams! There is quite an impressive program going on at MidFirst Bank called “Money Moments” with an entire fraud department!There's a new scam that is impersonating your bank, and we give you ways to combat this. Pictured left is; Candler Eve – Director of Enterprise Fraud Risk Management at MidFirst Bank and Pictured Right is; Kate Orth – Certified Fraud Examiner as the Fraud Operations Manager at MidFirst Bank.This show will beautifully educate you on how to provide you and your loved ones with protection from fraud and scams!Money Moments by MidFirst Bank is also on page 30 in the current issue of the Oklahoma Senior Journal! Candler Eve has spent over 18 years as a fraud professional. Candler has created and led multiple fraud programs including the implementation and governance of those programs. He is passionate about preventing, detecting, and investigating fraud scams that impact the good people of Oklahoma. Since 2019 Candler Eve has been the Director of Enterprise Fraud Risk Management with MidFirst Bank.Kate Orth, CFE is a Certified Fraud Examiner with over a decade of banking experience. As FAVP, Fraud Operations Manager at MidFirst Bank, she leads a high-performing team, specializing in fraud prevention, fraud detection and risk analysis. Kate is passionate about innovation, continuous learning and delivering exceptional service in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.Social Media: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads: @MidFirstFind fraud information on: MidFirst.com AND MoneyMoments.comPHONE: 405-767-7000

JOIN US! For a OSJ Radio LIVE Remote from Scissortail Park for the Walk to End Alzheimer's 2025!The 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's is in Oklahoma City, OK on Saturday, November 1, 2025Schedule of Events: Party at 8:30 a.m. Ceremony at 10 a.m. with the walk to follow.Location: Scissortail Park- Great Lawn (Love's Stage area) | 300 SW 7th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73109Route Length: Regular route is 2 miles – Short route is .6 milesWalk is a rain or shine event. However, in the case of severe weather, we will cancel. If this is the case, we will update our Walk homepage on or before the morning of the event.Contact: Jessica Hogner | 405.279.9068 | jnhogner@alz.orgJoin us at Scissortail Park for an inspiring day. Register online at okcwalk.com.

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Our first question out of the shoot is… Tell us about Oklahoma Human Services “Aging Our Way” Initiative?We not only talk about “Aging Our Way,” but we also talk about prevention of falls and what you can do to eliminate your risk of a fall which can often lead to much decline. An Initiative called; “Stay Steady & Prevent Falls.”Pictured Left is: Joncia Johnson, Director of Oklahoma Human Services. Pictured Center is: Madelyn Maxwell, Oklahoma State Department of Health Injury Prevention Services. This is a 10-year program providing initiatives for our large aging population. By the year 2030, there will be more 50+ adults than the 18 & under age group!Joncia Johnson is the Aging Initiatives Director for Oklahoma Human Services, where she leads Aging Our Way Oklahoma, the state's 10-year Multisector Plan on Aging. She works with partners in sectors across health, housing, transportation, and workforce to ensure Oklahomans have the opportunity to age on their own terms. Madelyn Maxwell, M.A. is the Healthy Aging and Falls Prevention Project Coordinator for the Oklahoma State Department of Health Injury Prevention Service. To advance statewide prevention, she engages cross-sector state and community stakeholders to implement strategies to reduce fall-related morbidity and mortality to improve older adult health outcomes. For more information, contact:Oklahoma State Department of Healthphone: 405-426-8442Oklahoma.gov/HealthandAging Our Way Website: https://oklahoma.gov/

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Paula Settle is the 2025-26 season President for the OKC Town Hall Lecture Series. What a Fun and Interesting show we have for our listeners this Saturday @ 9:05am on FREEDOM 96.9FM! We zoomed Paula in from another state because she was visiting her 12 grandchildren. Her kitty cat

Money Moments with MidFirst Bank on frauds and scams! There is quite an impressive program going on at MidFirst Bank called “Money Moments” with an entire fraud department!There's a new scam that is impersonating your bank, and we give you ways to combat this. Pictured left is; Candler Eve – Director of Enterprise Fraud Risk Management at MidFirst Bank and Pictured Right is; Kate Orth – Certified Fraud Examiner as the Fraud Operations Manager at MidFirst Bank.This show will beautifully educate you on how to provide you and your loved ones with protection from fraud and scams!Money Moments by MidFirst Bank is also on page 30 in the current issue of the Oklahoma Senior Journal! Candler Eve has spent over 18 years as a fraud professional. Candler has created and led multiple fraud programs including the implementation and governance of those programs. He is passionate about preventing, detecting, and investigating fraud scams that impact the good people of Oklahoma. Since 2019 Candler Eve has been the Director of Enterprise Fraud Risk Management with MidFirst Bank.Kate Orth, CFE is a Certified Fraud Examiner with over a decade of banking experience. As FAVP, Fraud Operations Manager at MidFirst Bank, she leads a high-performing team, specializing in fraud prevention, fraud detection and risk analysis. Kate is passionate about innovation, continuous learning and delivering exceptional service in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.Social Media: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads: @MidFirstWe have fraud information on: MidFirst.com AND MoneyMoments.comPHONE: 405-767-7000

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What is the The Harrison Assisted Living & Memory Care and where is it located? It is right here in South OKC at; 10801 South May Ave. in OKC, OK 73170 … this OSJ Radio Hour will inform you on the different levels of care as in: Independent Living, Assited Living & Memory Care. You are also WELCOME to a fine dinning experience with an accredited Chef

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The OSJ Radio Hour as in The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour … Has a “back by popular demand” OSJ radio hour… in studio is originally aired 12/14/24 and due to emails, a phone calls and texts… we knew we had to bring this show back to our listening audience! It is a world  of information (especially after the holidays) where adult children, friends and those concerned with the well being of their parents or loved one. Most of what you will hear is FREE or very low cost!Interactive Companion Pet – Realistic & Lifelike… What is this ? We will answer that and more on tools for families or professional caregivers. This show is dedicated to those the care for others. Either you will be a caregiver or you will be cared for. Pictured left to right in the above photo is Loyd Lightfoot, Shelley Gladden, and Donnie Lewis.These are experts in their field and their expertise is your reward! These are helping hands that can make difficult situations better for you or your loved one.Donnie Lewis, Program Manager III at Oklahoma Human Services Community Living, Aging and Protective (CAP) Services since 2024, manages the US Department of Health and Human Services Lifespan Respite Grants that partners with agencies across Oklahoma to support for caregivers.Community Engagement & Coalitions | Community Living, Aging and Protective Services (CAP) Loyd Lightfoot is an LRG Specialist with Oklahoma Human Services. A skilled professional with diverse experience in healthcare, tribal water/wastewater management, youth leadership, and community partnerships. Proven ability to organize conferences, recognize industry excellence, and collaborate with tribal housing authorities. Experienced in working with the Lifespan Respite Grant and Caregiving Resources. Community Living, Aging and Protective Services (CAP) | Oklahoma Human Servicesp. 405-521-2281 | c. 918-948-0810 |Apply for benefits SNAP, child care, TANF or other benefits.Need help applying? Call (405) 522-5050.https://oklahoma.gov/okdhs/services/cap.htmlShelley Gladden, Assistant Director at Oklahoma ABLE Tech since 2012, oversees the core programs of the AT Act, and plays a role in securing financial support at the state and federal level to better serve Oklahomans. An advocate for people with disabilities and a person with hearing loss, she serves on several state organizations and is passionate about serving Oklahomans.Shelley is Assistant Director – Assistive Technology Programs Oklahoma ABLE Tech, Oklahoma State University • Dept. of Wellness.

What is TRAID and what does the Oklahoma County Sheriff Office have to do with this program? SSgt Tara Hardin Is in the OSJ Radio Studio giving us vital information on how to prevent fraud in your life and those lives of your loved ones. We will give a i depth explanation to triad through the Oklahoma County sheriffs department and we will also go on over frauds and scams that are currently out in the public, but of course is ever changing so the show is on prevention prevention prevention. Stop it before it happens to you or a loved one.Sgt Tara Hardin began her career with the Oklahoma County Sheriff's office in 2011 and became the TRIAD Coordinator in July 2021.  The goal of Triad is to “prevent and reduce crimes against seniors” and as such she focuses much of her time and attention to prevention methods for the growing problem of scams and frauds targeting seniors.  She presents a new, in-person, monthly lesson at 22 locations around Oklahoma County including online and phone-in classes, offers guest speaking/teaching by request, and participants in as well as hosts events including an Annual Fraud Prevention Conference each summer in conjunction with the FBI and Oklahoma Insurance Department.  You can view her weekly “Senior Moments” crime prevention tips each Friday on the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Facebook page at OCSO911.TRIAD Coordinator, Tara HardinOklahoma County Sheriff's Office0: 405-713-1086Tara.Hardin@oklahomacounty.org2101 NE 36th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73111

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We are still having inquiries about THE PROPERTY TAX FREEZE FOR SENIORS!We decided the run the OSJ Radio Hour again to help continue to educate on this very wonderful program that seniors can claim and benefit from at age 65-Plus!Want to freeze your property tax once you are 65+? You certainly can in this program! This is not a marketed program… that's why we did a OSJ Radio show on it. We also have a flyer on our newsletter every Friday. To join the Oklahoma Senior Journal newsletter along with our 10,000 other members, please go to OKSeniorjournal.com.To my left is Julie Ackerman, who has become an expert in her field on the property tax freeze for seniors. She discusses all about it. We do need to get our representatives and senators involved, and we will give you that information in this newsletter and on the OSJ radio show. We also have an encore of the OSJ radio show on Sunday at 1 o'clock on Freedom 97.9 FM.There are over 400,000 65+ who own their own home in the state of Oklahoma. Each of these owners is able to freeze property taxes once they are 65 or better.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Don't miss the show! And read the flyer – scan the flyer's QR code on it for more information. Julie Ackerman is passionate about getting this word out on property freezing for seniors and so is the Oklahoma Senior Journal. Listen in this Saturday @ 9:05am on FREEDOM 96.9FM Oklahoma's Talk Radio.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Julie AckermanJulie Ackerman, a resident of Oklahoma since 2000, was born in Montana and lived in Texas before settling permanently in Oklahoma. She has lived in Shawnee Twin Lakes, Pottawatomie County, Shawnee, and now Oklahoma County where she plans to retire at the age of 67.Julie is available to speak at churches, retirement communities, or organizations of any kind. Email her for more information at seniortaxfreeze@yahoo.com.Facebook: facebook.com/seniorpropertytaxEmail: seniortaxfreeze@yahoo.comoksenate.gov/senatorsokhouse.gov/representatives