This news story was originally posted in The Oklahoman OKLAHOMAN: Honoring heroes beyond Memorial Day: Concordia residents celebrate those who served Traditionally, Memorial Day honors the men and women who died while serving in the military. At Concordia Senior Living in Oklahoma City, it’s a time where conversations often turn to the community’s residents – past and present – who served their country. In the community’s Hall of Honor, 65 photos hang on the wall, representing Concordia residents or their spouses, alongside …
This story was originally posted in The Oklahoman OKLAHOMA CITY – Max Melot picks up his keys and tool pouch and heads to work at Concordia Life Plan Community, stopping on the way to grab a $1.18 cup of coffee from 7-Eleven. That’s the daily routine of the environmental employee of the year, an award given by LeadingAge, the state association for nonprofit skilled nursing and assisted living care facilities. “It is just an award; the real reward is the …
This story was originally published in the Oklahoman. No matter how well you plan, there is much uncertainty about retirement. After all, it’s not something you can gather experience in unless you do it. Wouldn’t it be great to know the “truth” about issues such as care insurance, financial planning, senior living options, selling a house, or preparing well to “stay put” in your own home as you age-in-place? The Senior Living Truth Series – 90-minute monthly educational seminars – …
This story was originally posted in the Oklahoman. As the first MAPS 3 health and wellness center opens this week, we are seeing the commitment Oklahoma City residents and leadership have made to support our growing population of older adults. Each center will offer a variety of recreational activities and social resources tailored to benefit residents 50 years and older. As executive director for an Oklahoma City continuing care retirement community, I want to thank the voters who recognized the …
