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: Salvation Army’s Liz Banks & Rob Teel, and they are needing your help to Ring that Red Kettle bell this season!
Kenneth “Rob” Teel currently serves as co-founder/chief information officer for Aether Innovation and as chaplain in the U.S. Air Force at the 137th Special Operations Wing. Previously worked for Hitachi Vantara as America’s Leader for the Center of Excellence for the U.S., Canada and Latin America. Rob is on the advisory board for The Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma. He loves a good laugh, music, great food, volunteering, and participating in outdoor and high adventure activities.
Liz Banks is the volunteer coordinator for The Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma and has served in this position since 2013. In her role she coordinates volunteers for various programs, including the Boys & Girls Club, Client Choice Food Pantry, Senior Centers, Red Shield Diner & Kitchen, and Disaster Relief. She is actively recruiting volunteers for bell ringing, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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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: (Left to Right) “The Stuffed Animal Lady”-Carly Cartmill (& Santa Market Board Member) Molly Nye (Co-Founder of Santa Market) Top; Nathan Gunn (Artist & Santa Market Vendor) Also we had Megan Clark-Nye as a phone-in guest!
PHOTO: (left to right) Megan Clark-Nye; Santa; Molly Nye; and Joan Clarke
Joan Clarke is one of the three founders of the Santa Market. Lost her husband in 2007 to Alzheimer’s. Works primarily with donation acquisitions, collections for our Alzheimer’s booth and silent auction, and sponsorship. All three ladies have equal input in vendor approval and show set up.
Molly Nye is one of the three founders of the Santa Market. Mother in law of the third founder, Megan Nye, daughter of Joan Clarke. Works primarily with applications, taxes, state fair regulations, floor plans, banner construction and more.
Megan Clark-Nye is one of the three founders of Santa Market, her mother is Joan Clarke, her mother in law in Molly Nye. The loss of her father at age 29 has made her determined to find a cure. It is that determination that keeps the Santa Market growing every year.
Nathan Gunn (artist and vendor at Santa Market)
Carly Cartmill is an Original Santa Market vendor, 10 years ago. Santa Market board member and board secretary since SM became non-profit. Carly works full time as Sales Coordinator for Nortek Air Solutions, is a children’s book author of six children’s books and known as the ‘Stuffed Animal Lady’ at The Santa Market venue.
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The Santa Market will be happening 11/13/19 (Saturday) at the OKC State Fair Grounds-Pavilion Building from 9 AM to 5 PM.
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: Senior Helpers Home Care – CEO Laurie Stansbury and Tamara Webb – Director of Client Services
Laurie Stansbury is the CEO of Senior Helpers. She has managed human resources at a regional hospital and long term care facility as well as been a management consultant. She has a passion for excellence in delivering quality in-home senior care and for making a positive impact in the lives of those she serves.
Tamara Webb MSN RN leads Senior Helpers’ Client Services and Care Teams as Director of Client Services. She brings extensive nursing services in Home Health, Hospice, and Community Outreach for the good of our clients and caregivers alike. Prior to joining Senior Helpers, her roles included Assistant Director of Nursing, Clinical Coordinator, Nurse Educator and RN Case Manager.
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! Lynn Health Science Institute is conducting several medical trials for you or your family members. Tune in to find out all the where, when and hows. In-studio: Left to right: Jeaneen Pointer, Chief Strategy Officer at Lynn Health Science Institute; and Carlos Blanco, CEO.
Carlos Blanco is the Chief Operating Officer for the Lynn Health Science Institute. He is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with more 23 years of research experience and over 20 years of Clinical Trials experience. Mr. Blanco is responsible for the operation of the Lynn Institute’s seven clinical research sites. He is the co-author of 14 research publications and has worked on more than 100 clinical trials.
Jeaneen Pointer is the Chief Strategy Officer for the Lynn Institute. She has more than 24 years in the fields of public relations and marketing. She develops strategies and plans designed to educate and inform the public about the Lynn Institute’s work and the importance of clinical trials.
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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: Boomer Sooners on the Field this Saturday against Texas @ 11am and at 9:05am to 10am Tune-into the OSJ Radio Studio with (L to R) Residents of Tealridge Retirement Community Rick Johnson & Nancy Markum along with Executive Director, Melissa Mahaffey.
RICK JOHNSON, “Edmondnite” for 40 years! In fact, Rick retired financial consultant. Rick is active in the Edmond Kiwanis Club, and volunteering at the Edmond Historical Society & Museum where he spends time assisting others with learning more about Edmond. He is a member of Edmond Church of Christ. Rick has two sons, Thomas Johnson who works for Boeing and David Johnson is a family practice physician here in OKC.
NANCY MARKUM born in Oklahoma even though she spent many years in Texas attending TCU! Nancy spent many years as a legal assistant for her husband’s firm. She has kept active throughout her retirement and spends a lot of her time involved in her church, Memorial Road Church of Christ. Nancy and her husband Todd raised their three children, Brad Graham, Stuart Graham and Amy Reid in Oklahoma and have several grandchildren that she loves keeping track of!
Melissa Mahaffey, Executive Director has 20 years of senior living industry. Graduate of OBU, she has spent her career focusing on caring for the retirees in addition to the families that care for their loved ones. Her true passion is to make sure that every resident feels welcomed. Customer service and hospitality is of priority! She has served on various boards related to health care over the years as well in addition to serving as school board member for the past 10 years.
Tealridge Retirement Community 2100 NE 140th St., Edmond, OK 73013 405.608.8020 | www.tealridge.com
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 to R: Talena Ford is the Caregiver Fundamentals Program Manager with the Senior Services Department at Sunbeam Family Services and Nadine Walter is the DHS Aging Services Lifespan Respite Grant Manager of the Oklahoma Caregivers Coalition on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio 📻 Hour this Saturday 10/5/19 at 9:05am on KZLS The Eagle 🦅 1640AM
Talena Ford is the Caregiver Fundamentals Program Manager with the Senior Services Department. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, Caregiver Fundamentals and Respite Care are three of the programs she manages. Currently, she facilitates 7 Grandparent Support Groups and 11 Caregiver Support Groups in four counties. Ms. Ford has more than 18 years of experience working with self-sufficiency programs. She received her Master’s degree in Administrative Leadership from the University of Oklahoma. To contact Talena, please email tford@sunbeamfamilyservices.org.
Nadine Walter earned dual degrees from Kansas State University. Her career has included being employed by ASCOG Area Agency on Aging and DHS Aging Services to oversee various senior programs. After a short break from public services, Nadine returned to DHS Aging Services to serve as the Lifespan Respite Grant Manager to expand respite and other services for Oklahoma caregivers. 405-271-2710 or info@okcares.org 405-528-7721
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In the OSJ Radio Hour Studio is “Generations” at Spanish Cove Retirement Village for 46 Years! L to R: Jill Huff – Marketing Director, Debbie Miller – Director of Wellness & Residents Relations, Helen & Bill Gillespie Residents of Spanish Cove hold a photo of Helen’s Parents … also Residents of Spanish Cove – 2nd Generations at Spanish Cove!
Jill Huff is the Director of Marketing at Spanish Cove Retirement Village. She has over 13 years’ experience at Spanish Cove Retirement Village and over 20 years’ experience in senior living in Oklahoma. She is dedicated to helping seniors and their families find the perfect retirement living plan. She has a her Masters in Health Administration from the University of Oklahoma College of Public Health where she focused on senior living.
Debbie Miller, CPT, (Certified Personal Trainer) has worked at Spanish Cove Retirement Village as the Director of Wellness and Resident Relations for the past 28 years. Debbie is a certified personal trainer, fitness specialist for older adults, master Tai Chi for Better Balance instructor and has been yoga trained. Debbie helped pioneer the first senior dragon boat paddling team in Oklahoma, that is still active to this day.
Bill and Helen Gillespie came to Spanish Cove nearly 2 years ago.Originally born in Ohio, Bill earned a degree in Law Enforcement at Oklahoma City University & served for many years with the Oklahoma City Police Department. Helen was born in Cheyenne, Oklahoma and has lived in many Oklahoma towns.She graduated from East Central University with a Bachelor of Science degree. After retiring Bill and Helen have participated in many volunteer services. Bill currently serves as an officer in Spanish Cove’s Town Hall and is a member of Spanish Cove’s Dragon Boat Team.
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The Future is so Bright at Synergy HomeCare we have to wear Shades (& Sequined Fedora Hats!) In-studio: L to R; Jeff Aynes – Marketing Director & Abbey Trammell – Director of Business Development at Synergy HomeCare On Air at The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour | Saturday 9/21/19 @ 9:05am on KZLS The Eagle 🦅 1640AM
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Abbey is our Director of Business Development. She obtained a degree in Business Administration with a major in Management Information Systems. Working with people is Abbey’s greatest joy, whether it’s customer service or getting to work with a team. Receiving home care is a very personal experience and she helps you get the information you need to make the best choice for your family. She loves her family, dogs, her garden, biking, running, yoga, and to be outside!
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Jeff Aynes is our Director Marketing. Jeff has 2 beautiful daughters and went to the UCO & OSU studying Marketing, Public Relations, and Broadcasting. Jeff is President of a couple of Health Care Marketing Groups and serves in the community as a member of the Masons and Shriners. He volunteers with several worthwhile causes and owns Jammin’ Jeff Entertainment.
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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: Physical Medicine of Oklahoma with Dr. Karen & Dr. Koenig Helping You Understand the body’s innate ability to heal & prevention strategies… AT ANY AGE!
Dr. Brant Koenig opened Physical Medicine of Oklahoma in 2014, a multi-specialty clinic specializing in the treatment and rehabilitation of those in pain. Exercise physiologist and certified nutritionist Brant Koenig, chose to become a doctor of chiropractic, focusing on the body’s innate ability to heal. His medical, chiropractic and physical therapy team offer individualized treatment meeting or exceeding patient’s healthcare needs. Treatment options include regenerative tissue aka stem cell therapy, PRP, degenerative knee therapy, decompression, TPI’s, chiropractic adjustments and physical therapy.
Dr. Karen Mahlmeister, is also known as YOUR PAIN DETECTIVE. She is a chiropractor, speaker and author of PAIN RELIEF from Head to Toe. She was recently invited to speak about her book at the Harvard Club of Boston. Dr. Karen’s book offers simple and easy solutions for those suffering with muscle pain.
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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: Smooth Finish Roofing and Construction owner Dennis Helm – 32 Years in Business with Zero Negative reviews with the Better Business Bureau!
Dennis Helm and wife Lisa live in Edmond Oklahoma. They are the loving parents to four beautiful children. Dennis is not only the owner and president of Smooth Finish Roofing & Construction(established in 1987) but Dennis himself, is also a master tradesman specializing in storm damage restoration. Dennis and his team assist with every facet of the insurance claim process from assessment all the way to finished project.
Smooth Finish Roofing & Construction has an A+ rating with BBB – No negative reviews 32 years in the Roofing and Construction Industry
Storm damage specialists
Insurance claim specialists
Insurance restoration specialists
Know and understand Insurance Claims and Resolution
Making sure homeowners get everything they’re entitled to through insurance restoration
(405) 923-5127
Find them in Facebook under; Smooth Finish Roofing
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11-16-19: Salvation Army’s Liz Banks & Rob Teel
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: Salvation Army’s Liz Banks & Rob Teel, and they are needing your help to Ring that Red Kettle bell this season!
Facebook: @SalArmyCentralOK
Instagram: @SalArmyCentralOK
Twitter: @SalvationArmyOK
11-9-19: THE SANTA MARKET! Guests- Carly Cartmill (Santa Market Board Member); Molly Nye (Co-Founder); Nathan Gunn (Santa Market Vendor)
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: (Left to Right) “The Stuffed Animal Lady”-Carly Cartmill (& Santa Market Board Member) Molly Nye (Co-Founder of Santa Market) Top; Nathan Gunn (Artist & Santa Market Vendor) Also we had Megan Clark-Nye as a phone-in guest!
PHOTO: (left to right) Megan Clark-Nye; Santa; Molly Nye; and Joan Clarke
Molly Nye is one of the three founders of the Santa Market. Mother in law of the third founder, Megan Nye, daughter of Joan Clarke. Works primarily with applications, taxes, state fair regulations, floor plans, banner construction and more.
Megan Clark-Nye is one of the three founders of Santa Market, her mother is Joan Clarke, her mother in law in Molly Nye. The loss of her father at age 29 has made her determined to find a cure. It is that determination that keeps the Santa Market growing every year.
Nathan Gunn (artist and vendor at Santa Market)
Carly Cartmill is an Original Santa Market vendor, 10 years ago. Santa Market board member and board secretary since SM became non-profit. Carly works full time as Sales Coordinator for Nortek Air Solutions, is a children’s book author of six children’s books and known as the ‘Stuffed Animal Lady’ at The Santa Market venue.
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The Santa Market will be happening 11/13/19 (Saturday) at the OKC State Fair Grounds-Pavilion Building from 9 AM to 5 PM.
FIND US ON FACEBOOK: facebook.com/thesantamarket
10-26-19: Senior Helpers Home Care: Laurie Stansbury and Tamara Webb
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: Senior Helpers Home Care – CEO Laurie Stansbury and Tamara Webb – Director of Client Services
Senior Helpers
Website: seniorhelpers.com/greaterokc-ok
in The Collonade, 9636 North May Avenue, Suite 274
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73120
Tel: (405) 608 4339
State of Oklahoma Home Care Agency License #HC8055
10-19-19: Jeaneen Pointer, Chief Strategy Officer at Lynn Health Science Institute and Carlos Blanco, CEO.
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! Lynn Health Science Institute is conducting several medical trials for you or your family members. Tune in to find out all the where, when and hows. In-studio: Left to right: Jeaneen Pointer, Chief Strategy Officer at Lynn Health Science Institute; and Carlos Blanco, CEO.
10-12-19: Tealridge Retirement Community Residents (Rick Johnson & Nancy Markum) with Executive Director, Melissa Mahaffey!
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: Boomer Sooners on the Field this Saturday against Texas @ 11am and at 9:05am to 10am Tune-into the OSJ Radio Studio with (L to R) Residents of Tealridge Retirement Community Rick Johnson & Nancy Markum along with Executive Director, Melissa Mahaffey.
NANCY MARKUM born in Oklahoma even though she spent many years in Texas attending TCU! Nancy spent many years as a legal assistant for her husband’s firm. She has kept active throughout her retirement and spends a lot of her time involved in her church, Memorial Road Church of Christ. Nancy and her husband Todd raised their three children, Brad Graham, Stuart Graham and Amy Reid in Oklahoma and have several grandchildren that she loves keeping track of!
Melissa Mahaffey, Executive Director has 20 years of senior living industry. Graduate of OBU, she has spent her career focusing on caring for the retirees in addition to the families that care for their loved ones. Her true passion is to make sure that every resident feels welcomed. Customer service and hospitality is of priority! She has served on various boards related to health care over the years as well in addition to serving as school board member for the past 10 years.
Tealridge Retirement Community
2100 NE 140th St., Edmond, OK 73013
405.608.8020 | www.tealridge.com
10-5-19: Talena Ford with Sunbeam Family Services and Nadine Walter of the Oklahoma Caregivers Coalition
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 to R: Talena Ford is the Caregiver Fundamentals Program Manager with the Senior Services Department at Sunbeam Family Services and Nadine Walter is the DHS Aging Services Lifespan Respite Grant Manager of the Oklahoma Caregivers Coalition on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio 📻 Hour this Saturday 10/5/19 at 9:05am on KZLS The Eagle 🦅 1640AM
Visit www.okcares.org or www.sunbeamfamilyservices.org
FB and Twitter address – OkCares4You
Twitter/Insta: @SunbeamOKC
Facebook: Sunbeam Family Services
9-28-19: Spanish Cove Retirement Village; Jill Huff & Debbie Miller plus residents Bill & Helen Gillespie
In the OSJ Radio Hour Studio is “Generations” at Spanish Cove Retirement Village for 46 Years! L to R: Jill Huff – Marketing Director, Debbie Miller – Director of Wellness & Residents Relations, Helen & Bill Gillespie Residents of Spanish Cove hold a photo of Helen’s Parents … also Residents of Spanish Cove – 2nd Generations at Spanish Cove!
11 Palm Avenue, Yukon, OK-
SpanishCove.com
(405) 354-5906 or
800-965-COVE (2683)
Since 1974
9-21-19: Synergy HomeCare’s Abbey Trammell – Director of Business Development & Jeff Aynes – Marketing Director
The Future is so Bright at Synergy HomeCare we have to wear Shades (& Sequined Fedora Hats!) In-studio: L to R; Jeff Aynes – Marketing Director & Abbey Trammell – Director of Business Development at Synergy HomeCare On Air at The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour | Saturday 9/21/19 @ 9:05am on KZLS The Eagle 🦅 1640AM
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SYNERGYHOMECAREOKC.COM
phone: 405-254-3046
13720 N Bryant Ave., Edmond, OK 73013
9-14-19: Your Pain Detective (Dr. Karen) & Dr. Koenig Physical Medicine 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: Physical Medicine of Oklahoma with Dr. Karen & Dr. Koenig Helping You Understand the body’s innate ability to heal & prevention strategies… AT ANY AGE!
Phone: 405.726.2727
www.yourpaindetective.
9-7-19: Dennis Helm of Smooth Finish Roofing & Construction
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: Smooth Finish Roofing and Construction owner Dennis Helm – 32 Years in Business with Zero Negative reviews with the Better Business Bureau!
Smooth Finish Roofing & Construction has an A+ rating with BBB – No negative reviews 32 years in the Roofing and Construction Industry
Find them in Facebook under; Smooth Finish Roofing
Website; https://