September 6, 2025 Issue, Page 10 of 10

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NEWS 10• SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 The Elk City News Run in Canute on Route 66 September is Healthy Aging Month September is nationally nursing homes and assisted improve mental health. By Sheryl Ponce age group. The awards a two-mile fun run recognized as Healthy Ag- living facilities. Ombudsmen Support preventative are as follows – overall along with the 5k; a ing Month, a time to focus advocate for quality care, health measures, such as reg- Canute Day is coming up on male and female; un- parade; a silent auc- on the positive aspects of ensure resident voices are ular screenings and vaccina- Sept. 27th, Saturday. They will be der 15 top three males tion; golf cart poker growing older and encourage heard, and work to resolve tions. sponsoring “Run on Route 66,” a 5K and females; under 20 run; a concert in the practices that support health, complaints that affect resi- Recognize and protect res- fun run. The event will take place in top three males and park, and vendors independence, and dignity. dents’ health and quality of idents’ rights, ensuring they Canute Park and start at 8 am. Early females; under 40 top with be there. The For residents living in long- life. remain active participants in registration is $30, if registered by three males and fe- day will begin at 8 term care facilities, healthy This September, the Om- their own care. the 10th of Sept. Use the QR code males; over 40 top three a.m. and end at 10 aging goes beyond physical budsman Program encour- If you would like to volun- to register. Those who register early males and females; and p.m. well-being – it includes emo- ages families, caregivers, and teer or have any other ques- will receive a t-shirt. over 55 top three males and fe- Make plans to attend the annual tional, social, and legal rights facilities to: tions or concerns regarding There are multiple age catego- males. Check-in starts at 7:15 a.m. Canute Day, Saturday, Sept. 27th. It as well. Promote resident choice the Long-Term Care Om- ries, along with awards for each Other events for the day include should to be a fun, family day for all. The Long-Term Care Om- in daily activities, meals, and budsman program, please budsman Program is dedicat- routines. contact 1-800-211-2116 or ed to protecting and promot- Encourage social connec- om bu d s m a n . i nt a k e . l i n e @ ing the rights of residents in tions to reduce isolation and ltco.ok.gov. Donations DEAR VETERAN AND FAMILY, The Oklahoma Department of Ensure you are receiving the portunity to stay informed and Veterans Affairs (ODVA) is com- benefits and services you have connected. You may also con- mitted to ensuring that you and earned. tact ODVA directly at 405-523- your family receive the best pos- Share information about ad- 4000 for assistance or to learn sible service, support, and care. ditional programs and resources more about the benefits and pro- As part of this commitment, our that may be available to you. grams available to you. ODVA Accredited Service Rep- Answer questions and connect Thank you for your service and resentatives will soon be making you with the right support for sacrifice. It is our honor to serve outreach phone calls to veterans your needs. you and your family. and their families across the state. We encourage you to take ad- Respectfully, Oklahoma De- The purpose of these calls is to: vantage of these calls as an op- partment of Veterans Affairs MERRITT Meals on Wheels Donation Christmas in the Park Donation Yes Finance We proudly support the students, staff and administration at Merritt Schools 1414 W. 3rd St., Elk City, OK Great Plains Bank ~ First National Bank 580.225.1525 LocalLoanGroup.com