5-11-19: Agape Road’s Julie Brown, Karrie PettyJohn, & Susanne Land

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour, Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime! In-studio: Guests from Agape Road, L to R: Karrie PettyJohn, Susanne Land & Julie Brown

Julie Brown is the founder and Executive Director of Agape Road.  As a hospice nurse for nearly 20 years, she has compassion for those who are nearing end of life, young and old. She is guided by her faith in God as He calls her to walk His children to the gates of heaven.

 

Suzanne Land currently serves as Vice President on the Board and Co-Founder of Agape Road.  She holds a Masters Degree in Nursing Education and currently works as a Transitional Care Coordinator at Integris Baptist.  Nursing is considered a calling for her, no matter what the position. Her partnership with Agape Road is no exception.

 

Karrie Pettyjohn is a native Oklahoman, whose passion is working with and helping others reach their potential. She is an RN, a 1990 BSN graduate of UCO and currently the Director of a Wound and Hyperbaric Center. She serves on the AGAPE ROAD board as Secretary/Treasurer and is excited to get this ministry operational.  She lives in Guthrie, OK., is married and is very blessed to have 7 grandchildren.

8212 Rambling Rd  OKC, OK 73132
 405-990-7761
Visit agaperoad.org
Facebook- Agape Road;
twitter- @Okcroad;
Instagram- agaperoadokc;
email- agaperoadokc@gmail.com

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5-4-19: Physicians Choice Hospice Debbie Whipple & Ginger Barsotti

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour, Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime! In-studio: (L-R) Physicians Choice Hospice Debbie Whipple & Ginger Barsotti … This Show is full of vital information!!!

Ginger Barsotti is the Administrator and founding Owner of Physician’s Choice Hospice, overseeing operations of 5 offices located throughout the state of Oklahoma.  She is a Registered Nurse with an MBA from the University of Central Oklahoma, an Oklahoma Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, and has opened and facilitated many medical-based businesses in the state.  Ginger started Physician’s Choice Hospice in 2006 because she envisioned a hospice that truly put patient care as their highest priority every single day.

Debbie Whipple is the Supervisor of Intake for Physician’s Choice Hospice with oversight of patient intake at the five locations throughout the state of Oklahoma. She holds a BA in Communications from the University of Central Oklahoma and is an Arizona Licensed Assisted Living and Memory Care Administrator.  She has a background in Marketing and Communications and has managed senior living for the past 12 years. 

Visit Physicians Choice Hospice

Phone: 405.936.9433

 

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4-25-19: Greg Bridges & Melissa Hill, Co-Owners of Home Care Assistance

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour, Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime! In-studio: Greg Bridges & Melissa Hill, Co-Owners of Home Care Assistance

Greg Bridges is Co-Owner and Administrator for Oklahoma’s Home Care Assistance. As an RN with a passion for people young and old, Greg brings clinical expertise and oversight to Home Care Assistance. In addition to patient care, he has served in management and consulting roles for Medicare providers and he was director of education and staff development for a college nursing program.

Melissa Hill is Co-Owner of Oklahoma’s Home Care Assistance and an advocate for bringing healthy lifestyle strategies into the homes of seniors. Melissa developed a passion for senior care and wellness issues in her role as communications director for a Medicare Quality Improvement Organization. There she worked to promote healthcare quality improvement and to engage health care providers, patients and communities in health care and aging issues.

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4-20: Marilyn Olson Executive Director of VillagesOKC – It is a Plan for the 50-Plus NOT a Place!  

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour, Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime! In-studio: Marilyn Olson Executive Director of the Non-Profit VillagesOKC – It is a Plan for the 50-Plus NOT a Place!  

Marilyn Olson is Director for VillagesOKC which is Oklahoma City’s first and only virtual community.  It’s a Plan not a place.   VillagesOKC, Inc is a non profit cooperative of like-minded mature adults who volunteer and help each other as we age in our own homes.  Ms. Olson is an Oklahoma farm-girl holding a degree in Education from Southern Nazarene University.  For the past 35 years she’s tackled issues of aging from within several retirement communities, hospitals and nursing homes and as frequent caregiving consultant to families. She has extensive experience as the responsible caregiver for several family members.  At separate times she has been caregiver for a 92-year old Aunt in Medford, an 89 year old uncle in Marlow, and for ten years her 103 year old mother.  Marilyn and her husband say they are enjoying their best decade yet with three grown daughters, their husbands and 10 above-average grandchildren. 

Villagesokc.org

We are an Oklahoma not for profit corporation established September 2017 by a group of volunteer neighbors.  The vision is for many cooperative Villages across the Oklahoma City metro area. As a hub organization, we share knowledge and resources, still allowing multiple Villages to develop their own neighborhood organizations. We believe by working together we can accomplish more but share what is common thus minimizing costs. The hub nurtures, coaches and supports the work of each village within the spoke.

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4-13-19: Ginny Curtis & Jennifer Melton of MCM Insurance have your Medicare Knowledge!

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour, Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime! In-studio:

Ginny Curtis founder and Back bone of MCM Insurance has worked in the insurance industry for 34 years. She is passionate about educating seniors so they feel confident in making decisions about their health coverage. Ginny enjoys playing an active role in the lives of her children and grandchildren.

 

Jennifer Melton, co-director of MCM Insurance licensed for 8 years, holds a masters degree in education. She loves spending time with her clients and guiding them through the process of selecting the plan they deserve. She is a loving wife and mother of two children who enjoys home making and quilting.

 

Phone: (405) 436-3646
Toll Free: (844) 615-6529

10400 Vineyard Blvd. Ste. F
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
mcmmedicare.com

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4-6-19: Denise & Rick Guttenberger with Senior Care Referral Services of Oklahoma

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour, Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime! In-studio: Denise & Rick Guttenberger with Senior Care Referral Services of Oklahoma.

Denise began her career as a radio personality in New Orleans.  After marrying Rick, Denise became a full-time mother of triplets and spent the next 20 years caring for two sons and one daughter. For the last five years, Denise and her husband are the sole owners of Senior Care Referral Services and have helped hundreds of families each year navigate the often confusing options of residential senior care – all at no cost to the families they serve!

Rick was a hotel General Manager for 25+ years with Hilton Hotels until he and his wife started Senior Care Referral Services.  Rick & Denise realized that having a local trusted group that could walk with families through this process would be valuable here in Oklahoma City.  Senior Care Referral Services is now the longest running and largest local placement company in the State – and they offer all their services at NO COST to the families they serve.

Senior Care Referral Services of Oklahoma
2410 W Memorial Rd, Suite C130, Oklahoma City, OK 73134
405-509-6311
www.seniorlivingok.com

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3-30-19: Larry Reed-the Man On Weed and Carri Lawrence the owner of “Chronic Brands”

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour – Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime! 

Larry Reed, the Man On Weed, is an on air personality that joined Cannabis Network Media in 2014. Since then he has covered the cannabis world and has reached over 5 million people, focusing on the medicinal properties of the plant along with the industrial and recreational aspects.  Larry Reed’s focus is to do live broadcasting from industry events and bring the experience to a world wide audience to those events! 

 

Carri Lawrence the owner of “Chronic Brands” in Oklahoma has been in the professional staffing and employment arena for over 20 years.  The goal of the “Chronic Brands” is to be the one stop shop for anyone needing assistance in the cannabis industry from one of Oklahoma’s first virtual doctor recommendation scheduling services, “Chronic Docs” pairs the individual with a real Doctors to aid in you obtaining your legal Medical  Cannabis Card discreetly & privately. 

Chronic Palooza is 4/20/19 from 11am till 10pm

1-866-405-WEED, www.chronicpalooza405.com, Facebook is Chronic Palooza, Oklahoma State Fair Park of Oklahoma City in the Hobby Arts and Crafts Building & the Modern Living Building.

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The Man On Weed Show

FB:Cannabis Network Media

IG:larryreedmanonweed

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3-23-19: Sheryl Presley, OKCPD TRIAD Coordinator & Patrick O’Kane with Sunbeam Family Services

WHAT’S In The Box … LOOK It’s The 17th Annual “Informed Senior Seminar,” Friday – April 12th 8:30am to 12:30pm @ 900 N. Portland Ave.
Sheryl Presley in studio with OKCPD TRIAD – Senior Safety & Plans Against Scams!

Also ~ Patrick O’Kane with Sunbeam Family Services on The OSJ Radio Hour – Talking All Things: Senior Day at the State Capitol, April 8th 9:30am to 1:30pm- “STAND UP FOR SENIORS”
This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio 📻 Hour Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime!

VIEW THE INFORMED SENIOR SEMINAR HERE

AND

REGISTER FOR SENIOR DAY AT THE CAPITOL

IF YOU EVER MISS A PROGRAM; The OSJ Radio Show has a Special Encore Show every Saturday morning at 10:05am – KZLS The Eagle 1640AM

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3-16-19: In-studio: Claire Dowers-Nichols talking about Senior Day at the Capitol; Volunteer Jill Walker & Area Commander Susan Ellis with the Salvation Army

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio 📻 Hour Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime! In-studio: (l-r) Volunteer Jill Walker & Area Commander Susan Ellis with the Salvation Army. Also in studio is Claire Dowers-Nichols talking about Senior Day at the Capitol

Susan Ellis serves as Area Commander for The Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma. Susan oversees programs and services throughout the service area of Canadian, Cleveland and Oklahoma counties. She grew up in Augusta, Georgia and attended the University of Georgia, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism. She enjoys knitting and crocheting, cooking, and cycling with her husband.

 

Jill Walker plays a very active role at The Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma through her volunteerism. She currently serves on The Salvation Army Advisory Board and is treasurer for The Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma’s Women’s Auxiliary. She is co-owner of Maccini Construction Company, a general contracting and construction management firm in business since 1982, providing commercial and residential construction services.

 

Claire Dowers-Nichols is the Executive Director of Healthy Living OKC, Oklahoma City’s first MAPS 3 Adult Wellness Center. Claire has spent her career developing programs to better serve older Oklahomans. She serves in a variety of leadership and advisory roles for state and national organizations and is excited to be involved with Senior Day at the Capitol. REGISTER FOR SENIOR DAY HERE

 

32nd Annual Celebration of Hope Silent (400 Items)  Auction & Luncheon – Hosted By the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary April 10th from 9:30am to 1pm
at Church of the Servant 14343 N. MacArthur Blvd. OKC. For Tickets Call; Jill Walker at (405) 627-1334 or GO TO: Facebook @ SalvationArmyAuxiliaryOKC

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3-9-19: Rhonda Hickman, Caitlin Cairns, and Eric Lindsey CEO of Villagio of Oklahoma City, The Cottages at Bradford Village, and Villagio Assisted Living at Bradford Village

This week on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio 📻 Hour
Saturdays 9:05 a.m. on The Eagle, KZLS 1640AM or listen in on the OSJ app and website “Home Page” anytime!

In-studio: (l-r) Rhonda Hickman,
Caitlin Cairns, and Eric Lindsey CEO of Villagio of Oklahoma City, The Cottages at Bradford Village, and Villagio Assisted Living at Bradford Village

Eric Lindsey, Villagio Communities Owner & CEO – With 21 years of operations in 12 states and experience in every facet of Senior Living, Eric Lindsey leads Villagio Senior Living as CEO, proving that showing respect toward our older generations stands the test of time. It has been his honor to work alongside thousands of associates and tens of thousands of residents and family members in providing the highest level of Senior Living options then, now, and in the future.

Rhonda Hickman, Marketing Director – Rhonda has been in the Medical Field since 1975 as a Certified Respiratory Therapist, she also achieved her Certification in Pulmonary Function Technology. Rhonda has worked in hospitals, Skilled Units, Ventilator Long Term Care Unit, Home Medical Equipment Company servicing Respiratory patients, Home Health, Hospice and now Senior Living. She understands the challenges of being in the “Sandwich Generation” with elder parents and a teenager.

Caitlin Cairns, Vice President of Resident Programing – Caitlin Cairns has worked in senior living as an activity director for seven years; she is currently the VP of Resident Programming for Villagio Senior Living. Caitlin has a background in counseling and the therapeutic arts and is the only Registered Drama Therapist (RDT) in the state of Oklahoma. Caitlin is delighted to help bring creative arts experiences to seniors.

Social media:

facebook.com/villagiosrliving

twitter.com/villagioliving

instagram.com/villagioseniorliving

 

1) Villagio of Oklahoma City

Established May 2015

1-800-804-1136

14300 Portland Ave, OKC, OK 73134

 

2) Villagio at Bradford Village, Since 1957

Owned by Villagio, Since March 2018

1-800-804-1136

300 Enz Drive Edmond, OK 73034

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