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10tips – Maintain and Don’t Gain During The Holiday Hustle

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Holiday weight gain is real, and it doesn’t matter your age – anyone can be
affected. What’s more, studies show that the extra pounds you put on between
Halloween and Christmas can take more than five months to lose. Here are a few
helpful tips to help you “maintain and not gain” this holiday season.

  1. BE ACTIVE AND KEEP YOUR REGULAR ROUTINE.
    Don’t lose sight of your regular routine. Changing up your routine can lead to added anxiety. Keep your normal exercise routine, participate in your usual events, and stick to your normal nutrition.
  2. EVERYTHING IN MODERATION.
    Special dinners and gatherings lend themselves to easy access to lots to eat and drink. You should try not to binge with food. Indulging may feel good in the moment but remember seconds on your lips, years on your hips!
  3. SNACK WISELY.
    Cookies, Cakes, and Crumpets! When delicious goodies are easily accessible during the holiday, you’re likely to snack more than normal. Be mindful of what you are snacking on and remember the moderation tip above.
  4. BETTER TOGETHER.
    Do you have people in your life that make you feel valued and who lift you up? Make a point to spend time with them this holiday season. If they don’t live close by, call them or send them an email, letter or card.
  5. LEARN TO SAY NO.
    You have permission to say NO when you’re asked to do more than you can. It’s okay to say no if it’s going to add additional stress. Only do what you can and want to do. The holiday season is about enjoyment and celebration.
  6. ASK FOR HELP.
    Just like you have permission to say no, you also have permission to ask for help! People tend to take on more than normal during the holiday season. It’s okay to ask family and friends for help.
  7. CATCH YOUR ZZZ’S.
    Don’t let the holiday hustle get in the way of your sleep. Try your best to get 6 to 8 hours of sleep a night.
    Getting less sleep can cause you to eat and drink more, exercise less and not feel well.
  8. SELF-CARE.
    If you’re feeling down, treat yourself. Take a break, go for a walk or read. You do you, and what you want to do. The holiday season is about you too, so take some time to energize yourself.
  9. MOVEMENT IN THE MOMENT.
    The holidays bring lots of time to sit – sit to watch Christmas movies, sit at dinners, sit at church, sit playing games… the list goes on and on. The key is to stay moving – take a walk while you catch up with your family, take the stairs instead of the elevator, park farther away at the store, get up during commercials, and don’t skip your workout.
  10. STICK TO YOUR GOALS.
    Set goals for the holiday hustle. Who would you like to connect with? Where do you want to go? What do you want to see? What do you not want to give up during the holiday season? Write them out and post them on your refrigerator. These can help you stay on track and maintain during the holiday hustle!

Top Ten Things To Do When Looking for a Senior Living Community!

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The decision to move to a senior living community is like choosing a college. But unlike college, you might live at a senior living community for a decade. This chapter should be one of promise and hope for a vibrant future. Finding the right community for your needs can provide you with a new sense of hope and a plan for the next stage of your life. And just like college, you have many good choices, but the key is finding the right community for YOU.

Here are some helpful tips when searching senior living community for yourself or loved one:

  1. First and foremost, do your research.
    In this day and age where information is as your fingertips start online. Google is your friend, see what is available in your area. Search things like “senior living community” or “continuing care retirement community.” Online research is the first step but not the only step. Call communities you are interested in – Are they responsive? Do they offer tours?
  2. Visit the community to see the accommodations in person.
    They say a picture is worth a thousand words, well then experiencing it in person is priceless. There is nothing like seeing the location, staff and other members firsthand. This cuts to the heart of the hunt for a senior living community. Ask yourself – Can I see myself living here?
  3. Ask about the calendar events and programs that are available.
    One of the biggest benefits to being in a senior living community is other seniors. Many seniors feel increasingly isolated in their own homes. The switch to a new community offers new opportunities to learn, socialize, and play. Ask to see their calendar – are there events that interest you?
  4. Ask about Food and Dining Options?
    We all like a good meal. Do they offer all-day dining service, are there multiple options (restaurant, café or dining rooms)? The more meal options that are available, the more likely it is you’ll find something delicious and healthy that you enjoy.
  5. What Training and Qualifications do Staff have?
    Excellent staff and caregivers are the heart of an excellent community. Ask about the specific training and qualifications of staff at every level. What medical providers are available? Who will be interacting with you on a daily basis? How many hours of training do staff receive, and what sort of continuing education must they complete?
  6. Is Transportation available?
     There’s a whole world outside of your community, and it’s important to remain connected to it. Ask about the community’s transportation options. Be sure to ask whether or not you can request additional transportation as needed and any associated fees.
  7. How is safety and security handled?
    Everyone wants to feel safe and secure where they live, but for most older adults contemplating life at a senior living community, safety is paramount. Ask what the community does to ensure your safety. Make sure 24-hour security is on campus and ask who responds should an emergency occur pertaining to your health.
  8. Find out how the community communicates – whether it’s informational or handling grievances.
    We live in an era of lightning-fast communication. Ask about the communication channels the community uses – emails, Facebook, or newsletters. How does the community take into account member feedback? No community is perfect; however, excellent ones are committed to great customer service.
  9. And of course, we can’t forget the cost. How much will it cost?
    Many of us learned at an early age it is rude to talk about money, however it is also critical when planning for the rest of your life. Don’t feel like you are being stingy or cheap – finances are a major factor in your decision. After you’ve visited and decided that a community is on your list of top choices, get a clear cost breakdown. Some questions to consider:
    What is the base price per month or year?
    How are costs paid, and will they change over time?
    What is the cost for the amenities and living arrangements I saw.?
    What specific amenities are included in the base price?
    What add-ons do I have to pay for and at what cost?
  10. Ask questions!
    Don’t just read marketing materials and tour communities. You deserve as much information as you need to make the decision. No question should feel too big or too small, and you shouldn’t be shy about your queries. By taking a proactive stance to ask about the issues that concern you most, you increase the likelihood that you’ll find the perfect fit.

This is a big decision, but you will know the right place for you or your loved one. The right community opens new doors to grow and make connection while providing a safe space to live out your golden years. There’s no perfect senior living community; however, there is a perfect senior living community for you.

November STARS of the Month!

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This month we are very thankful for all our hard-working employees! We are excited to highlight our November STARS Employees of the Month – Irene Brown, Life Enrichment Coordinator, and Tammy Pittman in Housekeeping.

Irene Brown – Life Enrichment Coordinator

Irene Brown is full of energy and always on the go! She was born and raised in Tulsa and is a graduate of Memorial High School. “I love the Members,” said Irene.“Some of them I’ve known all my life through Boston Avenue UMC; others I’ve met as I or they arrived, but they all have a story to tell and are wonderfully warm. I love getting the opportunity to explore people, places, and things with them.” Irene just celebrated her seven-year work anniversary in October. She has a B.A. in Music and French from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. When she is not organizing and planning activities for OMM members, she spends time with her husband, John, of 22 years and her two children John Jr. and Marjorie. A little-known fact about Irene is that her first job was in opera management – she lived and worked in opera companies in Philadelphia, Cleveland and Chicago.

What her supervisor says: “Irene has an attention to detail like no other, which allows her to surprise and delight the members. She provides superb programming that gives members meaning, joy and enriches the lives of everyone at OMM. I’m amazed every month at the events and programs she plans and executes,” said Jennifer Rawlings, VP of Wellness.

Tammy Pittman – Housekeeper in Crestwood

Tammy Pittman has been on the OMM Housekeeping Team since 2012 and works in Crestwood on the second floor. When asked what she loves about her job she smiles and says, “I enjoy getting to know the members and helping them in any way I can.” She was born and raised in Tulsa and is a graduate of Nathan Hale High School. Some of her favorite memories are going to the Admiral Twin drive-in movie theater as a child and then taking her children. She enjoys crafting, crocheting, quilting, decorating cakes, reading and watching movies. Tammy is the mother of three grown children, ranging in ages from 25 to 30.

What her supervisor says: “Tammy has worked here since Crestwood’s opening. We value the time that she has served here at OMM. Her willingness to go above and beyond for the people she serves makes her a true STAR,” said Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager.

October STARS of the Month

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Celebrating this month’s STARS Employees, Jennifer Murphy, Staff Accountant, and Josh Cunningham, Fitness Coordinator. Each of these OMM employees have been seen as shining “stars” for our members.

Josh Cunningham has the lucky distinction of being the newest employee to receive the Star of the Month. Starting his OMM tenure in June, he is clearly already making an impression. He is a graduate of Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, OK. Josh comes from a military family, so he has lived many places and countries but considers Claremore his hometown and that is where he graduated from high school. When not helping OMM members achieve their fitness goals Josh is using his fitness skills to climb tall billboards around town – don’t worry he wears a safety harness. One of his many talents is changing out billboard ads. He and his wife, Shayla, have a little girl named Charlott who is one year old.

What his supervisor says: “Josh has been a true asset to the Wellness Team. His enthusiasm is felt throughout the community. He has a great ability to adapt and meet people where they are in their physical journey and help them succeed. He has shown true success in his programming and the members he has worked with,” said Jennifer Rawlings.

Jennifer Murphy is on the OMM Accounting Team and just celebrated her two-year work anniversary. She says she loves the employees and wonderful members at OMM. She was born in St. Louis, MO but spent her high school years in the piney woods of East Texas. Raised on a ranch, Jennifer liked working cattle and showing steers as a child. When she is not working at OMM she enjoys spending time with family, grilling out, or simply relaxing on the couch. Jennifer is married and has a stepson Robert who just started college at TCC here in Tulsa.

What her supervisor says: “Her individualism helps make her a great team player and this is what makes her a great asset to our OMM accounting team,” said Chris Harvey.

What is the STARS program at OMM?

At OMM every employee goes through the two-day “STARS” training program detailing customer service and a culture of service to our members and fellow employees. We want our community to be a place where people work together, engaged and enthusiastic about creating an amazing experience for our members! Where the entire team understands that the customer matters, their work matters and they matter. At OMM we are a place where the red carpet is rolled out for every customer and guest, by every staff person, at every touch point, every single time.

Active Aging Week “Redefining Aging”

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What is Active Aging Week???

Celebrating aging and the benefits of active living at any age, Active Aging Week showcases the capabilities of older adults as fully participating members of society. Initiated in 2003 by the International Council on Active Aging®, the weeklong campaign calls attention to and wholeheartedly celebrates the positivity of aging today. It showcases the capabilities of older adults as fully participating members of society and spotlights the role models that lead the way.

Active Aging Week challenges society’s diminished expectations of aging by showing that, regardless of age or health conditions, adults over 50 can live as fully as possible in all areas of life—physical, social, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, vocational and environmental. The objective of the annual health-promotion event is to give as many older adults as possible the means to experience wellness activities and exercise in a safe, supportive environment. It also promotes the benefits of healthier, more active lifestyles across the life span.

Why do we participate in Active Aging Week???

OMM wants to show society what it means to age! We want to Redefine Aging and show society that aging doesn’t mean lose and decline, it means life, fulfillment and having purpose! We are hosting events this week that allow members to express their creativity, keep their mind sharp and allow them to Pay It Forward. We are joining ICAA for this National push to showcase members of the OMM community and how they are true examples of aging well and how they add life to all the programs the Wellness Team implements. We are redefining aging and changing people’s expectations of aging!

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Active Aging Week

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Redefining Aging

Celebrating aging and the benefi ts of active living at any age, Active Aging Week showcases the capabilities of older adults as fully participating members of society. Initiated in 2003 by the International Council on Active Aging®, the weeklong campaign calls attention to and wholeheartedly celebrates the positivity of aging today. It showcases the capabilities of older adults as fully participating members of society and spotlights the role models that lead the way.

Active Aging Week challenges society’s diminished expectations of aging by showing that, regardless of age or health conditions, adults over 50 can live as fully as possible in all areas of life—physical, social, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, vocational and environmental. The objective of the annual healthpromotion event is to give as many older adults as possible the means to experience wellness activities and exercise in a safe, supportive environment. It also promotes the benefi ts of healthier, more active lifestyles across the life span.

The OMM Wellness Team invites you to take part in this year’s Active Aging Week focusing on “Redefi ning Aging” the week of September 30-October 4. Each day there will be several different events planned around campus.

MONDAY
“Learn Something New” Participate in the word games, campus wide crosswords and a presentation by Dr. John Ervin.

TUESDAY
“Always Remind People You Care” Join us for Prayer Power Hour and Give a Hug, Get a Hug!

WEDNESDAY
“Get Out and About and Drive Safely” Take a trip to the Tallgrass Prairie or learn about Driver Safety and participate in CarFit.

THURSDAY
“Pay It Forward” Give advice to the next generation or participate in the OMM Spelling Bee.

FRIDAY
“Be the Rainbow in Someone Else’s Cloud” Take the opportunity to share thoughtful phrases with your friends. You will also be able to get outside and have some fun in the Annual Shuffl eboard Tournament and outdoor games!

TimeSlips Announces NextGen Intergenerational Pilot Sites

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August 27, 2019

In partnership with LeadingAge, we are very excited to announce the launch of our NextGen program! NextGen is an expansion of TimeSlips programming into high schools, youth-serving programs, and colleges/universities. This summer 13 NextGen pilot partner faculty and staff got trained and certified in TimeSlips and are now prepared to guide students through their own experience over the coming school year. These schools and youth programs will collaborate with aging services partners/LeadingAge member organizations that will host students for hands on creative programming with elders. The two main goals of this intergenerational work are to reduce the stigma of aging and dismantle stereotypes held between elders and youth as well as to increase the number of young people going into the field of creative aging. 

We are proud to announce our NextGen Pilot Partners:

  • Alverno College (Milwaukee, WI) in partnership with local Memory Cafes and Clement Manor
  • ArtStart (New York, NY/Milwaukee, WI)
  • ArtWorks for Milwaukee (Milwaukee, WI) in partnership with St. Ann Intergenerational Care, Stein Campus
  • ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts (Tempe, AZ) in partnership with Mesa Arts Center
  • Chemeketa Community College (McMinnville, OR) in partnership with Friendsview Retirement Community
  • George Mason University (Fairfax, VA) in partnership with InSight Memory Care
  • Jefferson Humanities & Health (Philadelphia, PA) Old City Presbyterian Apartments
  • Macalester College (St Paul, MN) in partnership with Lyngblomsten Senior Housing, Healthcare, and Services
  • Oral Roberts University (Tulsa, OK) in partnership with Oklahoma Methodist Manor 
  • Stockton University (Galloway, NJ) in partnership with Seashore Gardens Living Center, Eastern Pines Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, and Spring Village at Galloway
  • UCLArts and Healing, ALMA (Los Angeles, CA)
  • University of Wisconsin/Whitewater (Whitewater, WI) in partnership with Fairhaven Senior Services
  • Western Kentucky University CORE – Community of Respected Elders (Bowling Green, KY) in partnership with Signature of Bowling Green

STARS Employees for the Month of September

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We are excited to announce the STARS of the Month: Lillian Boyd in Housekeeping and Dunel Calixte a C.M.A. in Holliman Assisted Living Center. Please congratulate these outstanding OMM employees.

Dunel is one of the STARS of Holliman Assisted Living Center. He is a C.M.A. and has been with OMM since June of 2010. “I am grateful to work at OMM because I have the opportunity to bring joy into the lives of many members,” said Dunel. He was born in Jamaica and even lived in Montreal, Canada for a few years, which is where he learned to speak French. He then moved to Scranton, PA where he graduated from Newport Pacific High School. He received his college degree from Tulsa Junior College. He enjoys photography, writing poetry and visiting people in nursing homes and hospitals. He has one grown son who lives in Florida.

“Dunel does not let the physical barriers of our campus limit the relationships with people whom he serves and has served in the past.” – Jacob Will, Director of Assisted Living

Lillian is a native Oklahoman, who was born in Stillwell, OK. She graduated from Cave Springs High School. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family. Her favorite holiday is Christmas because she spends it with her family, surround by kids and laughter. Lillian has been on the OMM Housekeeping team for almost two years. One of the things she likes most about working at OMM is “Getting to know the people I clean for and hearing their stories!” Lillian loves the Housekeeping team and thinks all the other employees are great. She is the mother of five children, ranging in ages from 9 to 33 (two girls and three boys.) She also makes an amazing Indian taco!

“Lillian has become integral part of our team. She is well liked and complimented often from the members she serves.” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager

Oklahoma Methodist Manor Reaches $13.4 million Capital Campaign Goal!

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Tulsa, OK – Our mission has always been bold: serving Tulsa seniors in the spirit of Christ. Five years ago we launched a capital campaign based on our vision of serving this generation and the generations to come. Today we are proud to announce that we have REACHED our goal! Thanks to Paula Marshall, Honorary Campaign Chair, the Campaign Cabinet, Board of Trustees and hundreds of incredibly generous donors.

“Simply amazing,” CEO of Oklahoma Methodist Manor, Steve Dickie said. “The response from our community, businesses, neighbors and friends has been overwhelming. We are forever grateful to all of our donors. We are so pleased to officially announce that we have achieved our goal, and that OMM will be able to continue to care for the emotional, physical and spiritual needs of those we serve.”

Planning for the Capital Campaign began in November of 2014. After conducting feasibility and cost studies, OMM leadership and community volunteers launched Phase I that resulted in $8.5 million to help fund a new Assisted Living Center and two Memory Care Houses. In 2018, Phase II of the campaign was launched, which will fund a new Community Life Center. With help from dozens of campaign volunteers, the community responded with hundreds of individual gifts, pushing the overall total to over $13.4 million as of the end of August.

“This year we will open the Holliman Living Center and break ground on the Marshall-Gaddy and Barnes Memory Care Houses, as well as the new Community Life Center,” said Dickie. “I am still in awe of the support from our members, board and the Tulsa community. When you undertake a goal like this you do it very thoughtfully and know it will be a journey – all I can say is I am truly humbled and thank you.”

OMM has been a leader in serving Tulsa seniors for over a six decades. Through this campaign OMM will be able to expand and meet the growing demand for assisted living and specialized memory care living. The new buildings on campus will only enhance the person centered-care elders receive at OMM.

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Oklahoma Methodist Manor was founded in 1956 as a non-profit organization dedicated to serving Tulsa seniors in the spirit of Christ. Today OMM serves an average of 380 persons with a full continuum of care including residential living, assisted living, rehabilitative therapy, nursing care and skilled memory care. For more information visit www.ommtulsa.org.

Caregiver Support Group Starts in September

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In January, Oklahoma Methodist Manor became a Dementia Friendly Partner. This organization of interested individuals have met regularly to discuss missing pieces of the dementia friendly community. One of the most common requests at the Dementia Friendly Partners meetings has been providing a support group opportunity on the OMM campus.

Recently volunteers have stepped forward to offer their time to facilitate this opportunity. Doris Piatak, new OMM Member, has completed the Alzheimer’s Association training along with staff members, Lupina Fry and Lori Johnson. Although the training did focus on the Alzheimer’s we know all caregivers face similar concerns and we are opening our support group to all care providers, not solely those focused on dementia or Alzheimer’s.

“Support groups are meant to offer an opportunity to speak to others facing similar challenges, it offers comfort, advice and very often empowerment,” said Lupina Fry, Wellness Nurse at OMM. “There will be a support group facilitator who will help steer the group, keeping them on track. They will also reiterate the importance of confidential dialogue and exchange of ideas, leading to more meaningful learning and increased compassion for our community.” 

Beginning in September, the OMM Caregiver Support Group will meet on the third Thursday of each month in the 3rd Floor Meeting Room in Crestwood from 3 to 4:30 p.m. There is no need to RSVP and there is no charge to attend. We are excited to offer this new support group not just to OMM members but anyone in the Tulsa community that would like to attend. Please feel free to share with information with family and friends.

A continuation of 5 Steps to Successful Decision Making

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Dealing with a house full of possessions and memories.

Sorting through belongings is often what stops people from moving forward… the thought of going through, sometimes 40-50 years of things, can seem overwhelming.  It’s easier to just give up and stay put….  It may be “Where do I even start?”  It may be “I don’t want to give that up… it has great sentimental value.”  The physical work that is involved may be too much and causes another stumbling block.

The good news is that you don’t have to sort through everything. Focus on what you need as basics. Then focus on what you’d like to keep if you have room for it.  There are many professional “Senior Move Managers” and they have experience working with those over the age of 65 and understand the anxiety that can come with this kind of task. They can come to your home with the floor plan you’ve selected in the community you’re moving to and help you decide what will fit where in your new place, pack items to be moved, shipped or sold, arrange for professional movers, unpack and remove the mess.  They are usually a great resource for estate sale companies, house cleaning, and realtors.

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Step 3: Surround yourself with highly qualified professionals.

You will likely need the services of an organizer/move manager, home repair contractors, realtor, senior living community personnel and others.  Take the time to interview these people and their services.  Get references.  Downsizing moves require service providers with specialized expertise and although you may have used such professionals before, when a move happens in the 7th or 8thdecade of life, wants and needs have changed.

OMM Welcomes Rebekah Wood as Student Artist In-Residence (SAIR)

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Starting in August, OMM will be continuing our Student-Artist In-Residence (SAIR) partnership with the Theatre Department at Oral Roberts University. New this year will be the additional partnership with TimeSlips. This partnership incorporates the principles and techniques of Applied Theater and Creative Storytelling in the Healthcare Households to bring meaning, purpose and joy into the lives of elders through creative engagement. Adding the TimeSlips component to the SAIR program allows us to have additional resources and programs to enhance the programs we provide in the Health Center.

This year’s SAIR is Rebekah Wood, a sophomore at ORU majoring in Musical Theatre. Rebekah is from Austin, TX and has performed in over 17 plays including performances at ORU.

Rebekah’s goal with the SAIR and TimeSlips program is to engage members at OMM through improv, creative storytelling and drama. Serving and helping people is a strong focus for Rebekah and she is looking forward to making an impact in the elder’s day and bringing a smile to their faces, which is something that theatre can do for everyone who participates.

During Rebekah’s residency, she will live in the Felt House. She will be a present and supportive member of the OMM community by spending time daily and planning Creative Storytelling workshops for the elders.

OMM Highlights the August STARS of the Month

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Congratulations to this month’s STARS employees,

Andrea Atkinson, the Tree Top Café Coordinator, and Claudia Dilday, the Housekeeping Supervisor. We are excited to recognize these outstanding OMM employees.

Andrea has been with OMM since June of 2000 and served in many different capacities. She truly loves making the Members happy and always has a smile. She was born in Clinton, OK and attend school at Burns Flat High School. In her free time Andrea enjoys listening to music, dancing, coloring and collecting frogs. Once on vacation in Cozumel, Mexico she even swam with dolphins. She has two grown daughters that live in Oklahoma. Next time you see Andrea give her a pat on the back for excellent customer service!
What her supervisor says “Andrea is a real team player who has taken ownership of the Tree Top Café and she puts our Member’s needs first!” – Chuck Lucia, Director of Food Services

Claudia is one of the “stars” of housekeeping. She has been with OMM since January of 2013. Claudia is originally from Germany and grew up in a little town in southern Germany just east of Stuttgart. In her down time, Claudia likes to read and spend time with family and friends. Her service philosophy is “I treat them the same way I like to be treated. I like to see them smile.” She is married and recently celebrated her 39th wedding anniversary on July 11 and has a grown son and daughter. A special thank you to Claudia for giving OMM members the star treatment.
What her supervisor says “Claudia is very reliable. She helps me keep things running smoothly and is very much a team player.” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager

At OMM we take customer service very seriously. Each employee is trained through our Red Carpet Learning Systems training program. In these full-day training classes we focus on treating our customers like STARS.

A continuation of 5 Steps to Successful Decision Making

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Step 2: Talk with your family and friends.
You’re not asking permission or even their opinions. When you do make a decision, it’s good to keep them in the loop. If later you find you need their help or advice, they’re at least informed of what your plans are. Share your plans. Find out if they have any questions or concerns. Sometimes, oddly enough, a move can be even more emotional for adult children than it is for their parents.

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Step 2:  Talk with your family and friends.

You’re not asking permission or even their opinions.  When you do make a decision, it’s good to keep them in the loop.  If later you find you need their help or advice, they’re at least informed of what your plans are.  Share your plans.  Find out if they have any questions or concerns.  Sometimes, oddly enough, a move can be even more emotional for adult children than it is for their parents.

5 Steps to Successful Decision Making

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Making a decision to move to a community can be daunting.  Somewhere between touring communities, sorting through your possessions, choosing a new place to live and deciding what to take and what to leave it suddenly hits you…  it can be overwhelming.

Step 1:  Think about what would fit your lifestyle and what you may need for the future.

 The first step means doing some research. Consider your interests, financial situation, location of your friends and family and where you’d live with like-minded people.  Where have some of your friends/church members moved?  This is an important step even if you haven’t decided to transition yet.

A Moveable Feast For The Spirit.

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A Moveable Feast For The Spirit.
There are so many benefits to community living but one of the least recognized is the freedom it provides for those who love to travel. You’ve waited and worked and saved your whole life for retirement. Now it’s time to make the most of every day. For many, it’s a time to see the world. For the first time in your life, you have the time to go where you want. And, for those like-minded members here at OMM, a huge benefit is no home maintenance to worry about while you are away. Just lock up and go, secure in knowing everything will be cared for while you follow your dreams.

Warren and Lynette are a case in point. Lynette gets enthusiastic when she talks travel. She and her husband have lived in New York, London and Los Angeles as a consequence of Warren’s mission as a Methodist minister as well as shared careers in broadcasting, theater, and as writers.

It has been said that traveling is the only thing we can buy that actually makes us richer. That quote certainly applies to Warren and Lynette. When asked about their favorite places they have visited the answers span the globe, Warren says. “Brazil, definitely. As a young man my first mission was in Rio. The beauty of the view from Sugarloaf and the Christ the Redeemer statue are unforgettable. “Lynette’s favorite memories are from their trips to the Holy Land, ancient Palestine and the Dead Sea. She explains. “There is something deeply spiritual when walking the anciant cobblestone streets, some that date to the time of David. There is something holy about seeing the ruins of the ancient towns that are important to our faith.” Warren and Lynette have shared many travels over 46 years of marriage and are looking forward to many more to come.

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